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  19th Annual Integration Bee, Mathematics

  Arthur Busch

  19th Annual Integration Bee, a mathematics interactive competition: The students compete in teams of 2-3 people. This is organized in a similar way to the traditional spelling bee. Teams will be evaluating integrals that are projected on a screen. If a team incorrectly evaluates an integral, the team is eliminated from the competition. After the elimination rounds, we will hold the lightning rounds. The first 'y' many teams to correctly evaluate the given integrals will proceed to the next round. We do this until there is a 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place team. First, second, and third place teams will receive math T-shirts. The Department of Mathematics will host a pizza lunch in the Science Center Atrium from noon to 1 p.m. prior to the Integration Bee.

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  A Benchmark of Photobombing Removal

  Vatsa Sanjay Patel

  Photobombing occurs very often in photography. This causes trouble for the human subjects of the photographs. Thus, there is a valid requirement to eliminate photobombing from captured images. In this study, we do a comparative analysis of this topic. In order to accomplish this, we first collect a dataset of photographs including unwanted and distracting components that must be removed in order to detect photobombing. Then, we annotate the photobombed areas that have a tendency to be eliminated. The photobombed portions are then removed using various picture inpainting techniques. The photobombing removal results are compared to a manually created ground truth. Many performance measures are employed in our benchmark to compare the efficacy of various techniques. Experiments yield illuminating data that indicate the efficacy of image inpainting techniques for this specific issue.

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  A Century of Disturbance and Dynamics During the Establishment of White Oak (Quercus alba) Dominance in Forests of Southeastern Ohio: Implications for Sustainable Forest Management

  Peter Butterfield

  The current structure and composition of forest ecosystems throughout eastern North America has been determined greatly by historic natural disturbances and successional processes. The white oak tree (Quercus alba) has the largest range among tree species in eastern North America (the Atlantic to the Great Plains, the Great Lakes to the Gulf) and has historical dominance of the canopy. White oaks are a broadleaved tree species that form stands with conifers (Pinus spp.) and/or other broadleaved species (Carya spp., Fraxinus spp., Acer spp., Populus spp., etc.) The white oak group (Leucobalanus) was an important ecosystem service for Indigenous Peoples of eastern North America for hundreds of years and the European colonizers of the 18th and 19th centuries. Among Indigenous groups, oaks (including Q. macrocarpa and Q. rubra) were cultivated and managed for increased growing success. Acorns were used for flour and medicinal mixtures. Branches were used for basket weaving. Stems were used for cabins, canoes, and shelters. In addition to popular human uses, the white oak is of paramount importance for a variety of wildlife, including fungi and bacteria. Q. alba is known to be both historically and culturally important to forest ecosystems, however it is one of numerous species currently experiencing massive regeneration issues with its young offspring. Recruitment failure and a subsequent forest transition of substituting shade-tolerant maple species for oak species could give rise to a largescale shift in biodiversity, wildlife nutrition, and soil characteristics across the Eastern Deciduous Forest (EDF). In addition to a changing climate, the white oak, a paragon of EDF tree species, could quickly become much less secure in conservation status. We examined 65 cross section samples of white oak (n= 62), chestnut oak (n= 2), and shagbark hickory (n= 1) trees for their growth release history and fire scar history. Analyzing and comparing both periods of growth and fire throughout history gave insight into how the current forest came to be and the important factors necessary for successful oak regeneration. Results showed that growth releases and fire occurrence do not have a strong correlation. Only 2 samples exhibited a release within a time lag period of 3 years following a fire. There was a ~70-year period where a fire did not occur, but releases still happened frequently. However, a short period of fires within the 1920s were quickly followed by releases. Foresting the area in order to aid in the Civil War effort between 1850-1875 allowed numerous young oak samples to release, and a similar pattern was seen near WWII. We hypothesize that similar periodic thinning/cutting was done throughout the ~70-year period without fires for these releases to have occurred.

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  A Comparison of Numerical Solutions of a Chemical Kinetic Model

  Aaron Hendricks, Jarod Mendoza

  In this project, we’ll use computational methods to study hypothetical biomolecular reaction kinetics. The concentrations of five chemicals are modeled by a system of five coupled differential equations. It is important for any physical system to be simulated as accurately as possible. We will compare the numerical solution of the system using Euler’s Method and the Runge-Kutta methods.

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  Adaptive AR-based Yoga System

  Nikesh Chithambaram

  Engaging in high-impact physical activities may not be suitable for individuals with disabilities and senior adults to maintain their fitness needs due to the risk of injury or exacerbating pre-existing conditions. Adaptive yoga provides a low-impact alternative that offers tailored exercises to different age groups and individuals with disabilities. However, post-pandemic travel can make attending yoga sessions challenging. To address this, the augmented-reality based yoga system provides a way to learn and practice yoga in an immersive mixed-reality environment at comfort of comfort of their home or preferred location. The application uses a database of yoga poses and a mixed-reality environment with a virtual instructor to guide users and allow them to interact with both virtual and real-world elements. The application provides different yoga routines based on user details, and live feedback with the help of a smartphone camera to correct and validate yoga poses. Moreover, the application tracks the user's progress and provides digital rewards to motivate them further. The user can also workout with family or friends represented by virtual avatars in a joint yoga session, promoting a sense of community and belonging. Adaptive yoga provides numerous health benefits, including strengthened bones, enhanced balance and flexibility, improved quality of sleep, and reduced stress, depression, and anxiety, promoting mental fitness and clarity for the elderly. The proposed application makes learning yoga engaging and enjoyable while providing various health benefits. Also, the application ensures exercises are practiced correctly and safely with the help of live feedback. The proposed application provides a convenient and accessible solution for post-pandemic times. The social aspect can help promote overall mental health and well-being, enhancing a sense of community and belonging. The proposed application has significant implications for promoting active and healthy aging.

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  Africa in the Twenty-First Century

  Jonathan Shepelak, Terrence Oliss, Michael Dimisa, Carson Karn, Benjamin Burkett, Ahmad S GH B Alazemi, Bader S M M M Alotaibi, Mohammad E M M Alazmi, Clara Schulze, Rachel Reid, Miguel Reyes, Makoro Kebe, William Uhlenbrock, Sean Coney, Andrew Koltas, Conner Kelley, David Hughes, Bobbi Gunn, Sheora Watkins, Charles Lynch, Michael Adedokun, Elizabeth Andreu, James Boldt, Bryon Helbling, Alexandra Cooney, Michael Cooney, Mia Huckleberry, Saad M S Z Alazemi, Anthony Rizkallah, Soud M S M Alazmi, Drew Gueterman, Piper Ashley, Alvaro Guerrero Valera, Ace Kinman

  These presentations examine topics which shape contemporary African experience with a goal of introducing the audience to why and how Africa will shape events in the twenty-first century. The topic presented in include infectious diseases, Muammar Gadhafi, Human Trafficking, Blood Diamond, and civil conflict.

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  A Longitudinal Investigation of Sibling Effects on Parent-Child Relationships

  Caleigh Pistorius

  This study examines the relationship between one’s siblings’ internalizing and externalizing problems, and the effect those behaviors may have on one’s relationship with one’s parents. Previous research indicated that siblings’ relationships are some of the most long-lasting and important relationships in an individual’s life. Family research has also shown that there are situations in which children’s internalizing and externalizing behaviors can shape their relationship with their parents. However, no previous research to my knowledge has explored whether one’s sibling’s behaviors influences one’s own parent-child relationship. During this study, data from the United States Department of Labor and National Longitudinal Survey of Youth (NLSY79) as well as the Children of the National Longitudinal Survey of Youth (CNLSY) was analyzed. Internalizing and externalizing behaviors were evaluated through the Behavior Problems Index (BPI). The child’s perception of parenting was evaluated based on four scales: Autonomy, Disharmony, Intimacy, and Joint Activity (Hart et al., 1999). When siblings are further apart in age, there was an association found between internalizing and externalizing behaviors and Joint Activities, resulting in the younger child spending less time with parents. Disharmony between parents and children was found to be only correlated with the child’s own externalizing behaviors, not with a siblings’ externalizing behaviors. These findings do not provide clear support for the possibility that sibling behavior problems have influence on one's own parent-child relationship.

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  American Fracture, Digital Rage: Evaluating the Influence of Conspiratorial Rhetoric on the U.S. Catholic Community

  Dominic Sanfilippo

  It has been well documented that religious individuals and groups continue to play roles in both the complex global web of polarization, extremism, and terroristic violence and in the reciprocal forces of peacebuilding, justice work, and public reconciliation. My graduate thesis research examines the historical antecedents and current characteristics of digital spaces like #CatholicTwitter (and, in particular, the degree to which both conspiratorial and extremist rhetoric flow throughout them) to assess how such social media spaces both mediate the American Catholic experience and affect the civic health of the United States at large. This thesis speaks to all those interested in understanding, assessing, and combatting civic fragmentation, polarization, and extremism; enters into a growing scholarly conversation exploring the various ways Catholic individuals and institutions both affect and are affected by conspiratorial discourse, misinformation, and disinformation; and point toward potential reconciliatory paths forward. As a Catholic and Marianist institution, the University of Dayton "encourages its members to judge for themselves how institutions are performing their purposes (and) to expose deficiencies in their structures and operations..." through inquiry, dialogue, and praxis. In that spirit, I write in hopes of helping advance our campus community's communal mission to function as a university for the common good.

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  Anaerobic propionate exposure and its effect on the pathogenesis of Listeria monocytogenes

  Allison Herceg

  Listeria monocytogenes is a prevalent food-borne pathogen, and a clear understanding of its pathogenesis can enhance our capability to treat infections. L. monocytogenes is ingested through contaminated foods, enters the intestinal lumen, and is able to spread throughout the rest of the body. The intracellular life cycle of L. monocytogenes requires the regulated expressions of a variety of virulence genes. We previously found that exposure to short chain fatty acids (SCFAs), fermentation byproducts present in the intestines, resulted in significant changes in L. monocytogenes pathogenesis. This research, divided into two major projects, aimed to understand the relationship between L. monocytogenes, its host, and the exposure to SCFAs. Project one evaluated the effect of prior anaerobic exposure of SCFAs, specifically propionate, on strain 07PF0776, a cardiotropic clinical isolate. Hemolytic assays were used to measure the activity of secreted LLO as an indication of bacterial virulence. This project also assessed intracellular growth and actin polymerization of L. monocytogenes in cardiac myoblast cells and macrophages. To further investigate the mechanism underlying L. monocytogenes response to SCFAs, project two explored the role of CodY, a transcription factor in response to levels of branched chain amino acids, in the opposing effects of propionate on LLO production. By comparing the culture supernatant LLO activities in strain 10403s and a mutant with a codY gene deletion (ΔcodY), I discovered that CodY was required for the increase in LLO production in response to anaerobic propionate exposure. Together, the results of these projects provide further evidence for the relationship between SCFA exposure and L. monocytogenes pathogenesis. Ultimately, these findings can be utilized to improve the understanding of L. monocytogenes and develop effective prevention and treatment methods.

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  Analysis of IMDB Movie Ratings, with Emphasis on User Predictions and Recommendations

  Reed Shay

  The Movies Dataset, available on Kaggle, is a comprehensive dataset containing information on movies released between 1990 and 2017. In this project, we aim to analyze variables that have significant predictive power on the success of a movie and to build a recommendation system based on users' profiles.Firstly, we will explore the dataset and preprocess it to extract relevant information for our analysis. We will then perform exploratory data analysis to identify potential predictors of a movie's success, such as budget, genre, runtime, release date, and rating. We will use regression techniques to model the relationship between these predictors and a movie's success, as measured by box office revenue and user ratings. The results of our analysis will provide insights into the factors that contribute to a movie's commercial and critical success.In the second part of the project, we will develop a recommendation system that suggests movies to users based on their preferences. We will incorporate content-based filtering techniques, where we analyze the movie's features and recommend movies that are similar in genre, cast, or storyline to those the user has previously enjoyed. This can be a tricky problem as movie ratings are often times purely subjective and highly variable.Overall, this project will provide a comprehensive analysis of the movies dataset and a recommendation system that can help users discover new movies that match their preferences.

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  A New Long Wavelength BODIPY Probe for Protein Binding

  Amy Hess

  A new single molecule 4-difluoro-4-bora-3a,4a-diaza-s-indacene (BODIPY) dyedesigned to conjugate to the peripheral amines of proteins have been synthesized. Thesynthetic route taken toward these dyes along with their characterization by 1 H NMR willbe described. This dye offers extraordinary absorption and emission properties withinthe far-visible region of the electromagnetic spectrum. Details of their spectroscopicproperties along with first attempts to conjugate this dye to proteins will be presented.

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  An Exploration of the Grid Game Connect Four

  Peter Maris

  Connect Four is a popular game in which two players take turns placing game chips down an upright six-by-seven grid. The goal is to get four chips in a line (vertically, horizontally, or diagonally). Connect Four has been extensively studied and it has been determined that the player who moves first has an advantage. We studied an upright three-by-three grid in which the objective is to get three chips in a line. We also considered other games on three-by-three grids such as Tic-Tac-Toe and Dawson’s Chess.

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  Animal Crossing: The Intersection of Roads and Wildlife

  Samantha Soucie, Elizabeth Vear, Matthew Carroll, Megan Tierney

  While animal activity vastly differs across trophic levels, many animals share the same consequences of altering their behaviors and habitats due to human activity. Man-made constructs can dramatically alter natural animal movements, where some animals may use them to their own benefit. One example of this is that some species of birds have found that they can perch along power lines providing them safety from the threat of ground predators. We tested the hypothesis that larger animals will travel along the old roads in a reclaimed urban park more often than smaller animals who will tend to stay in the more wooded areas of the park. To test this hypothesis, we set out 10 trail cameras within the Environmental Research Area at Old River Park with 5 along old roads and 5 set up within the wooded areas of the park. We will monitor animal activity by going through the pictures taken by the cameras to see which types of animals are found more on the paved paths compared to the wooded areas. We expect that our hypothesis will be supported that larger animals will be using the paved paths more frequently than the smaller animals who will prefer to stay in the wooded areas. This finding can indicate that animals are adapting their activity to use the human created environment around them for their own benefit. These larger animals don't necessarily depend on the paved paths to be able to move around, but it may make it easier to travel around as invasive species like honeysuckle are quickly taking up all of the free space within the forest floor.

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  A Novel Approach for User-Centric Privacy Protection on the Web

  Satish Kumar Oad

  Every day, we see the number of web-based applications rapidly increase. These programs are run within the web browser, where they interact with a variety of user-provided data. The use of web scripts, particularly JavaScript, which accesses this information through a set of APIs offered by the browser, is what gives web applications their dynamism. A sizable number of web-based attacks that violate users' security and privacy have been discovered over the past ten years. Attackers can steal your personal information by using some scripting language or other web attacks like cross-site scripting, SQL injections etc. Nowadays many websites are using the third-party API’s without checking the code and scanning vulnerabilities, that API’s can take advantage of security vulnerabilities and steal the user information without knowing the user like user cookies, session and if got any secret cookie or session id of user then they can harm the user data. There are many extensions which can block all the things but these are not able to ask the user what content the user wants to see in the browser before starting the web application. We have created a number of policy categories, put in place a policy engine to enforce these regulations, and given users a graphical interface to modify these policies in accordance with their needs. Our test findings showed that the framework enables end-users to alter the rules and regulate how device resources are used. Our policy enforcement engine firmly prohibits the simulated attack scenarios, preventing the misuse of device resources and user privacy

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  Anti-predator Behavior in Response to Conspecific Visual, Olfactory, and Damage Cues in the Three-spined Stickleback

  Claire Van Meter

  Predation is a major source of mortality for prey, which creates a selective pressure forbeing able to avoid predators whenever possible. By using alarm cues produced by conspecifics,organisms can be alerted of nearby predators without coming in direct contact with them.However, we do not know whether individuals can distinguish between different kinds ofconspecific cues and if some types of cues may indicate a more severe predation threat comparedto others. Three-spined stickleback (Gasterosteus aculeatus) are used as a model for behavioralstudies because their defense responses have been well studied and identified, and they areknown to respond to both predatory and conspecific visual and olfactory cues. I studied theability of the three-spined stickleback to distinguish between environmental cues by exposingconspecifics to four different types of conspecific alarm cues: cues of predator-naïveconspecifics (control water with unexposed demonstrator), visual cues of predator-exposed conspecifics (control water with predator-exposed demonstrator), visual and conspecificolfactory cues (stress cues and predator-exposed demonstrator), and visual, conspecific olfactory,and conspecific damage cues (stress cues, damage cues, and predator-exposed demonstrator). For 5 minutes before and after exposure to the cues, I watched for four key defensive behaviors:hiding in plants, hiding in the gravel at the bottom of the tank, swimming into the walls of thetank, and shoaling. I assayed 40 conspecifics over 8 weeks, for a total of 160 trials. Directly after each assay, I placed the focal subject in 200ml of RO water in a 600ml beaker for 1 hour to collect waterborne cortisol. I will run this water through ELISA assays to measure the cortisol concentration in the sample. I hypothesize that the conspecifics will be able to distinguish between the severity of the cues, causing an increase in anti-predator behavior response in exposure to all the combined cues in comparison to a few, or none of the cues. I anticipate that through this research, we will gain a better understanding of the influence of conspecific communication, specifically regarding how conspecifics interpret olfactory and visual conspecific cues. Anti-predator behavior is often costly, so being able to determine when such behavior is necessary based on conspecific communication could be a key factor in the survival and success of species.

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  A Numerical Solution of Coupled Drinfeld-Sokolov-Wilson System Using Meshless Method of Lines

  Ibrahim Guediri

  For this project, we reproduce the meshless method of lines numerical solution of coupled Drinfeld-Sokolov-Wilson system. This method uses radial basis functions (RBFs) for spatial collocation. Time integration of the resulting system of ODEs will be solved using fourth order of Runge-Kutta method. Accuracy will be compared with the results from other methods available in the literature.

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  A Physical Manifestation of Community

  Emma Blair, Casey Tirado, Rachel K. Young

  Students in the CMM 357 Religious Rhetoric course were given the choice to choose a statue, building, space/place on campus that is marked as a religious text/artifact or propose a new object of visual rhetoric in order to analyze using the rhetorical theories from class. Thier analyses employ a variety of rhetorical theories and concepts discussed in class during the semester. Each group collaborated to answer the question: how does this artifact/text rhetorically communicate and construct religious identity at UD?

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  App for the Multi Ethnic Education and Engagement Center

  Amanda Bolden

  The University of Dayton has a diverse student body comprising students from different ethnic backgrounds. To cater to the needs of these students, we have developed an application that brings together all the Multi-Ethnic Education and Engagement (MEC) resources within one platform. The app allows students to access information and participate in MEC events and activities through a variety of features, including a general post section, calendar, and poll.Before implementing the application, we conducted extensive research and design studies to identify the key requirements of the students and the challenges they face in accessing MEC resources. We also analyzed the existing MEC programs and services and evaluated their effectiveness. Based on our findings, we developed a user-friendly app that streamlines the process of accessing MEC resources.The general post section of the app allows users to create and view posts related to MEC events, news, and announcements. This feature enables students to stay updated on the latest developments within the MEC community and share their opinions and feedback.The calendar feature provides users with a comprehensive view of upcoming MEC events and activities. This feature helps students plan their schedules and ensures they do not miss out on any important MEC events.Finally, the poll feature allows users to participate in surveys and polls related to MEC topics. This feature provides a platform for students to express their opinions and provides valuable insights to MEC program coordinators.In summary, the app we have developed offers a comprehensive solution to the challenges faced by students in accessing MEC resources. By providing a single platform to access information, engage in discussions, and participate in events and activities, we hope to foster a more inclusive and engaged MEC community on the University of Dayton campus.

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  Application of Digital Twins into Photography Lighting

  Kanishka Samrat Kolakaluri

  In this presentation, we discuss the use of digital twin technology in cinematic lighting design. Digital twin technology allows lighting designers to create virtual replicas of physical sets, which can be used to test and refine lighting designs before they are implemented in the real world. This technology not only saves time and resources but also allows for more creative freedom and flexibility. Overall, digital twin technology has the potential to revolutionize cinematic lighting design and is an exciting development to keep an eye on in the future.

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  Applications of Calculus of Variations: Finding Optimal Solutions to Boundary Value Problems in Navigation, Mechanics, and Nature

  Ethan Shade

  Calculus of variations is a branch of mathematics that deals with the optimization of functionals, which are functions that assign a scalar value to an input function. A functional could be a measurement of quantities such as time, cost, or energy, while also under boundary value constraints such as physical limitations. To find optimal functions of the functional, one uses the Euler-Lagrange equation to derive a solution function and verifies it satisfies the Legendre condition to prove the solution is the optimal one. To illustrate the applicability and effectiveness of the technique, this project investigates multiple boundary value problems, such as the quickest path to cross a moving river, the maximum deflection of materials under stress, and deriving (naturally occurring) optimal curves. These examples demonstrate how calculus of variations can be used to both solve for optimal solutions and derive the equations that are already represented in physical systems.

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  A Preclinical Model to Study the Relationship Between Alcohol Intake and Voluntary Exercise in Females

  Corey Deel; other authors: Samuel Fisher (co-first author) and Tracy R. Griggs

  Alcohol-use disorders are becoming increasingly prevalent in females, highlighting a need to better understand the relationship between alcohol (ethanol) and other reinforcers, such as voluntary exercise. Preclinical research utilizing male rodents to explore ethanol use and behavior has been the standard, despite documented differences between males and females. Studies have indicated that females run and drink more than males when given access to voluntary wheel running and ethanol. Previous studies in our lab have used male rats to explore the concept of hedonic substitution, which is the replacement of one reinforcer with another, by giving access to voluntary exercise for some time before removing and replacing it with access to ethanol solution (Lynch et al., 2019). However, for this study, we expanded our experimental design to study the relationship between ethanol and voluntary exercise (running) in females. Our current experiment consisted of one group of runners (n=10) with concurrent access to voluntary wheel running and ethanol compared to a group of non-runners (n=10) with access to ethanol. We measured ethanol consumption and preference at 30min and 24hrs, running distance (m) and time spent (min) running. The experiment is ongoing, and to-date we have not observed differences in ethanol measures between our runners and non-runners. We will perform measures of anxiety-like behavior at the experiment’s conclusion.

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  A Review of the Detection of Gravitational Waves by Laser Interferometers

  Liam Horst

  The theory of general relativity published by Albert Einstein in 1915 predicts that accelerating massesemit gravitational waves. The effects of these passing gravitational waves are exceedingly weak and verydifficult to detect. The first detection of gravitational waves was made in 2015 by the LaserInterferometer Gravitational-wave Observatory (LIGO). The first detected gravitational waves, emittedfrom the merger of two black holes, changed the length of the arms of the interferometer by much lessthan the diameter of a proton. Gravitational waves provide a very different window into the universethan do electromagnetic waves. Electromagnetic waves, unlike gravitational waves, are emitted only bycharged objects, are trapped by black holes, and may be distorted or blocked as they travel to the earth.Gravitational-wave detection provides unique information about the most energetic events in theuniverse such as colliding black holes and exploding stars. This information could significantly deepenunderstanding of the large-scale structure of the universe. This project reviews the theory behind thepropagation of gravitational waves and their detection by ultra-sensitive laser interferometers. Newinsights into the nature of the cosmos that might be provided by detection of gravitational waves will be summarized.

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  A Rhetorical Analysis of Miriam Hall

  Casey Fuller, Brendan Kadel, Ethan Schum

  Students in the CMM 357 Religious Rhetoric course were given the choice to choose a statue, building, space/place on campus that is marked as a religious text/artifact or propose a new object of visual rhetoric in order to analyze using the rhetorical theories from class. Thier analyses employ a variety of rhetorical theories and concepts discussed in class during the semester. Each group collaborated to answer the question: how does this artifact/text rhetorically communicate and construct religious identity at UD?

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  A Sibling Comparison Study Exploring Effects of Parenting on Self-Esteem in Adolescents

  Molly Griffin

  Prior research has suggested a link between self-esteem in children and adolescentsand the parenting styles and behaviors of their parents. Research has identified dimensions ofwarmth, control, autonomy support, trust, flexibility, and demandingness as potential variablesexplaining this relationship. Existing literature has been limited by confounding variables suchas genetic influences, home environment, race, culture, and socioeconomic status, as well as by alack of longitudinal data. The current study uses a sibling comparison design to control for theinfluence of these genetic and environmental variables and allow for a more accurate estimate ofthe link between parenting and self-esteem. It uses data from the Children of the NationalLongitudinal Survey of Youths (CNLSY) which includes 11,545 biological offspring of womenin the previously collected data set, the National Longitudinal Survey of Youth, 1979 (NLSY79).The data on parenting styles and behaviors was taken from three domains of the CNLSY: theshort form HOME survey, a report of engagement, and a survey of perceptions of autonomy,disharmony, and intimacy. Self-esteem was measured using the Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale. Asignificant association was found between intimacy and self-esteem scores in the populationestimate; however, this association was not significant in the sibling-comparison model. Resultssuggest that links between self-esteem and parenting behaviors are confounded by backgroundvariables within families.

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  Assessing the Relationship between Treatment Programs and Prisoner Misconduct

  Savanna Buttelwerth, Hanna Pappas

  The criminal justice system has been utilizing prison systems to manage behaviors that are undesirable to society for centuries. More recently, the criminal justice system has implemented programs within prisons to assist in treating prisoners and their specific behavioral issues. In this project we look at rehabilitative prison programs that parallel to infraction rates among prisoners. Correctional programming, mental health programming and miscellaneous programs are all examined in the literature review to find the gap of how these programs effect inmate infractions. More specifically this research examines drug and alcohol treatment programs and it's relationship with drug and alcohol related write-ups.