bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Effects of geomorphology and distribution of water sources for livestock on the floristic composition and livestock receptivity of the Arid Chaco
Authors: Scaglia Juan Antonio , Flores Daniel German , Tapia Raúl , Martinelli Mariana
Published: July 2024

Livestock production in semi-arid areas is possible due to the presence of permanent water sources, which create a radial pattern of grazing intensity known as the piosphere. For this reason, we predicted that permanent water sources would negatively impact the ecological conditions of plant communities, leading to variations in livestock receptivity. To test this prediction, we compared grazing gradients in two geomorphological units, using distance to water sources as an indicator of accumulated livestock pressure. We assessed variations in the botanical composition of both areas by analysis of variance and principal components analysis. Additionally, we modeled the relationship between distance to water source and livestock receptivity. Our results revealed significant differences in the contribution of different species based on their distance to water sources. Notably, a non-linear regression model provided the best fit for the relationship between water source and livestock receptivity in both geomorphological units. These findings demonstrate that the distance to permanent water sources serves as a reliable indicator of accumulated livestock pressure in semi-arid regions like the study area.
Highlights:

In different geomorphological units, the distance to water sources significantly influences the floristic composition, which in turn affects the receptivity of livestock.
A long history of domestic grazing has shaped the heterogeneity of plant communities, influencing species diversity and dominance. This translates into a landscape with different ecological conditions (good, fair and bad) distributed in different proportions.
Nonlinear models provided the best fit between distance to water sources and livestock receptivity for both geomorphological units under study.
Landform heterogeneity drives multi-stemmed Neltuma flexuosa growth dynamics. Implication for the Central Monte Desert forest management
Authors: Piraino Sergio , Roig Fidel Alejandro
Published: July 2024

Drylands represent the main earth biome, providing ecosytemic services to a large number of people. Along these environments, woodlands are often dominated by multi-stemmed trees, which are exploited by local inhabitants to obtain forest products for their livelihood. In central-west Argentina, Neltuma flexuosa (algarrobo) woodlands are distributed across different landform units, varying in topographical and soil characteristics. This research aimed to reconstruct stem-growth time until harvestable diameter was achieved, and biological rotation age according to topo-edaphic variability in three algarrobo forests using dendrochronological methods. Results indicated that landform heterogeneity modulated species radial growth, influencing stem increments and cutting cycle period. In this sense, a decreasing trend in tree productivity emerged along a loamy-to-sandy textured soil gradient. These findings provide useful novel information for N. flexuosa forest management, suggesting the need to account for spatial landform/soil heterogeneity when examining desert forest dynamics.
Highlights:

Neltuma flexuosa provides forest product (poles) to Central Monte Desert (Argentina) local inhabitants.
N. flexuosa wood productivity was assessed for different topo-edaphic landforms.
Cutting cycle was reached at younger ages at river and paleo-river landforms.
Wood extraction must consider landscape heterogeneity.
Traditional cow-calf systems of the northern region of Santa Fe, Argentina: current situation and improvement opportunities
Authors: Gregoretti Guillermina , Baudracco Javier , Dimundo Carlos , Lazzarini Belén , Scarel Julieta , Alesso Agustín , Machado Claudio
Published: July 2024

Cow-calf systems are at the core of Argentina´s significant national beef industry. The objectives were: i) to characterize the productive state of traditional cow-calf systems, named BASE, from the northern region of Santa Fe province, ii) to identify technologies for the productive improvement of the BASE system, and iii) to quantify the productive and economic impact of the adoption of the identified technologies. To characterize the BASE system, the available published data were systematized and validated in a workshop with leading regional experts in the field. To identify the technologies for improvement, a survey was conducted among regional farm advisors. Finally, to quantify the impact of adopting improvements in the BASE system, a modelling study was conducted. The results showed that traditional cow-calf systems have low productive and reproductive efficiency (45 kg LW ha-1 year-1 and 48% weaning rate) and little adoption of herd management and forage production technologies. The technologies identified were grazing management, training of farmers and farm staff, and seasonal mating. The modelling study showed that improvements in the production and use of forage and herd management practices would increase beef production and the gross margin of the BASE system by 70% and 96%, respectively.
Highlights:

Participatory modelling was used to characterize and evaluate the traditional cow-calf system from northern region of Santa Fe province and prioritize improvement technologies for potential adoption.
Cow-calf systems from the northern region of Santa Fe province have little adoption of technologies and low productive and reproductive efficiency (45 kg LW ha-1 year-1 and 48% weaning rate).
Technologies prioritized by regional farm advisors of cow-calf systems were grazing management, training of farmers and farm staff, and seasonal mating.
The combination of herd and feeding strategies would increase beef production and gross margin of traditional cow-calf system by up to 70% and 96%, respectively.
Effect of three different fixed-time AI protocols on follicular dynamics and pregnancy rates in suckled, dual-purpose cows in the Ecuadorian Amazon
Authors: López Parra Juan Carlos , Marini Pablo Roberto , Macagno Alejandro Javier , Bó Gabriel Amilcar
Published: July 2024

Reproductive performance is crucial for profitability of dual-purpose cow-calf production in the Ecuadorian Amazon. To evaluate three different fixed-time artificial insemination (FTAI) protocols in suckled, dual-purpose cows in the Ecuadorian Amazon. Lactating, Brown Swiss cows (n=301) received 2 mg estradiol benzoate (EB) and an intravaginal device containing 0.5 g of progesterone (P4) on Day 0. They were allocated randomly into the following three treatment groups: Cows in the EB group received 500 μg cloprostenol (PGF2α), and P4 devices were removed on Day 7, and 1 mg EB was administered on Day 8. Cows in the ECP group were treated as those in the EB group, except that they received 0.5 mg estradiol cypionate (ECP) at the time of P4 device removal on Day 7 instead of EB on Day 8. Cows in the J-Synch group had the P4 device removed and PGF2α administered on Day 6. All cows were FTAI on Day 9; cows in the J-Synch group also received 100 μg gonadorelin at that time. Although the diameter of the dominant follicle and the resulting CL were greater (P<0.05) in cows in the J-Synch group, pregnancies per AI did not differ (P>0.2) among groups (EB: 51.0%, ECP: 53.0% and J-Synch: 59.4%). The three protocols tested were applied successfully in suckled, dual-purpose cows with no differences in pregnancies per AI.
Highlights:

Estradiol and progesterone based FTAI protocols can be successfully applied in dual purpose cows in the tropics, with P/AI ≥50%.
Proestrus prolongation increased dominant follicle diameter at the time of FTAI and also CL diameter 7 days pos treatment
Although differences were not significant, the protocol with the prolonged proestrus (J-Synch) resulted in higher P/AI than the two protocols with short proestrus.
Regardless of the protocol used, there was a positive association between estrus manifestation, follicle diameter at the time of FTAI and CL diameter 7 days post treatment.
The evolution of Kaizen in the industry: systematic literature review
Authors: Sahmi Zineb , El Abbadi Laila
Published: July 2024

The paper discusses the concept of Kaizen, a Japanese philosophy of continuous improvement, and highlights its historical significance and widespread adoption in various industries worldwide. This paper is based on literature review of 98 research articles published related kaizen's evolution, industry application, and limitations during 2000-2022. The study employed a comprehensive search strategy across multiple databases like Scopus, Google Scholar, and others to gather relevant systematic reviews on kaizen. It references established guidelines like PRISMA and it mentions the planned thematic analysis using NVivo software, highlighting its applicability in identifying patterns and themes across diverse data sources. The review showed that Kaizen adoption is a useful tool for organizations looking to achieve continuous performance improvement and sustainability over time.
Synergizing FMEA and PDCA for superior risk management and process improvement in the semiconductor industry: a case study
Authors: Hii Ding Hock , Muhammad Nur Amalina , Noorhafiza Muhammad
Published: July 2024

The semiconductor industry faces the dual challenge of risk assessment and process improvement. This paper introduces a framework that integrates Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) and Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) cycle to address these challenges effectively. FMEA serves as the initial step to identify potential risks within the system, followed by applying the PDCA cycle to systematically address and enhance the identified risks. The comparison between the initial Risk Priority Number (RPN) value, determined through FMEA, and the post-RPN in PDCA value gauges the success of the framework. Implementing the system in a semiconductor assembly line yielded a significant 51% improvement in RPN, with additional Lean tools incorporated into PDCA, such as SMART goals, 6M, and multi-voting. This integrated framework amplifies risk management, fosters continuous improvement, optimizes resource utilization, and empowers data-driven decisions, ultimately bolstering organizational growth. However, the study acknowledges limitations such as its single-case focus and potential RPN calculation subjectivity.
Estudio cuantitativo: docencia presencial y online de alemán para estudiantes politécnicos
Authors: Rojo Lemos Patricia
Published: July 2024

El aprendizaje del alemán resulta de vital importancia para los estudiantes de escuelas técnicas (ingenierías, ciencias aplicadas), quienes recurren a esta lengua motivados fundamentalmente por mejorar en su carrera profesional. Como consecuencia del confinamiento con motivo de la pandemia COVID-19, la educación superior en España se vio forzada a asumir docencia en remoto (online). Este cambio de formato trajo consigo un mayor número de estudiantes matriculados en alemán en cursos sucesivos al confinamiento en la Universidad Politécnica de Madrid. Sin embargo, la tasa de abandono escolar aumentó. Se ha realizado un estudio cuantitativo observacional entre los estudiantes de alemán del Centro de Lenguas de la Universidad Politécnica de Madrid para los niveles iniciales A1 y A2 —un total de 178 participantes—, con el fin de comparar la docencia presencial y online en cuanto a las calificaciones y la tasa de abandono escolar. En el estudio se concluye que la correlación entre la tasa de abandono escolar y el absentismo escolar es mayor en la docencia online que en la presencial.
Reseña de libro: Trampolín. Manual de aprendizaje de la lengua y la cultura españolas. Manual për mësimin e gjuhës dhe kulturës spanjolle
Authors: Baró Queralt Xavier
Published: July 2024

Flavia Kaba, Nuria Díaz Rodríguez. Trampolín. Manual de aprendizaje de la lengua y la cultura españolas. Manual për mësimin e gjuhës dhe kulturës spanjolle. Tirana: EDFA, 2023, 171p. ISBN: 9789928476708
Dinámica de inundaciones ambientales en humedales de la Cuenca baja del Rio Grijalva: enfoque espaciotemporal a través de imágenes Landsat
Authors: Núñez-Magaña Tania G. , Galindo-Alcántara Adalberto , Mastachi-Loza Carlos A. , Becerril-Piña Rocío , Palomeque de la Cruz Miguel A. , Ruiz-Acosta Silvia del C.
Published: July 2024

La diversidad de metodologías existentes para definir y analizar la dinámica de las superficies de agua muestra la dificultad que genera investigar su comportamiento, aunado a que existen variables que dificultan su delimitación tales como la precipitación o la evapotranspiración. Este trabajo tuvo como objetivo analizar la dinámica espaciotemporal de humedales de alto impacto socioambiental en la Cuenca Baja del Rio Grijalva para el periodo de 1986 a 2018. Para el análisis se integró una base de datos satelital con 169 imágenes de Landsat 5 y Landsat 8. Se calcularon índices espectrales (MNDWI y MBWI) y se identificaron los umbrales que caracterizan las superficies de agua en el área en estudio. Los resultados mostraron que el MBWI fue superior en la estimación de superficies de agua. Finalmente, se generaron los mapas de probabilidades de la dinámica espaciotemporal en los humedales de mayor importancia ecológica y económica de la CBRG. Estos mapas revelaron los periodos de retorno de los procesos de expansión y retroceso longitudinal en los humedales y que en periodos de la Niña la formación de los humedales temporales podría estar asociado a la saturación del manto freático y no a los aportes superficiales.
Application of the METRIC model to estimate Maize crop evapotranspiration at field scale with Google Earth Engine
Authors: Gordillo-Salinas Victor Manuel , Arista-Cortes Juan , Meraz-Maldonado Nora , Ojeda-Bustamante Waldo , Valle-Gough Raúl Enrique , Jiménez-Jiménez Sergio Iván
Published: July 2024

Determination of actual crop evapotranspiration (ETc) is a crucial challenge for sustainable irrigation water management. In this sense, robust and accurate estimation models of crop water consumption along with spatial tools and processing platforms in the cloud are necessary to determine the timing and amount of irrigation needed as a first step toward proposing solutions and water use efficiency. The objective of this study was to determine maize crop evapotranspiration using the algorithms of the Mapping Evapotranspiration at High Resolution with Internalized Calibration (METRIC) model in the Google Earth Engine (GEE) platform. The crop was monitored with 14 Landsat images during its growth period. ETc values with METRIC were compared with ETc obtained with the FAO-56 methodology, and the cumulative ETc was compared with ETc derived from a soil moisture sensor. The evaluation between the METRIC model and FAO-56 displayed a determination coefficient (R2) of 0.87, mean squared error (MSE) of 0.8 mm/day, and bias percentage (PBIAS) of -14.5. According to the cumulative ETc, the difference was 16 mm for METRIC and 63 mm for FAO-56, compared with moisture sensor values. METRIC overestimated by 3.0% (PBIAS=-3.0), and FAO-56 underestimated by 11.9% (PBIAS=11.9). The results and the programmed algorithms in this work can be the basis for future calibrations and validations of the evapotranspiration of different crops.
Cultura do Consumo e Comportamento Humano
Authors: Araújo Busnardo Elaine
Published: July 2024

The experience of modernity comes being marked for ways of life mediated by consumptionstandards that seem intrinsic and irremediable. The search for the immediate and not to be satisfied are the marks in this manner of social organization. Such characteristics give the tone of the modern life and contribute for the formation of people who desire homogeneous standards of 2life and became confused in its attempt of conformation while citizens that need to adapt on the social space where they live. In this direction, this article aims to rescue some readings that allow one brief reflection concerning the characteristics in the way of living modern, in its close relationship with the consumption experiences that is on contact with them. Itintent to characterize what it was stipulated to call culture of the consumption and to identify readings that deal with its origin, attempting against for its consequences in the life of the modern man.
Laserterapia de Baixa Potência na hipersensibilidade de colo dentário
Authors: Rosa Mangaravite Bruna , Sartório Viana Shanara , Ramos Parpaiola Alessandra , Carvalho Roxo Piccin Denise , Santos Xavier Hamilton , Domingos da Rocha Pereira Sávio
Published: July 2024

Teeth are covered by enamel over the coronary portion and by cementum over the root. When teeth suffer some kind of aggression those protections may be removed exposing dentin, leading to dentin hypersensitivity. There are several ways to treat such clinical condition, among them low level laser therapy (LLLT). The purpose of this research was to verify the LLLT efficacy in dental hypersensitivity treatment. There were selected 10 patients, presenting 50 teeth showing dental hypersensitivity. Patients had 03 appointments using LLLT within 03 weeks. The device used was Gallium Arsenate – aluminum (Bio Wave Red® - Kondortech). Results were analyzed with MANOVA statistic test and it was observed a sensibility reduction after the first therapy significantly greater than the last therapies.
‘If It Makes Sense, I Would Do It’ - Understanding Perceptions of Implementing Bathroom Modification Among Community-dwelling Older Adults
Authors: Yang Bishan , Lee Danbi
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/22/24

This poster will describe factors influencing community-dwelling older adults’ perception and implementation of bathroom modification and provides practical implications for OTs working with older adults who may benefit from home modifications.

Primary Author and Speaker: Bishan Yang

Contributing Authors: Danbi Lee
Maternal Role Development and Occupational Therapy
Authors: Sykes Lisa AJ , Rozin Leora , Simpson Tori , Zucaro Lily , Russo Leanne , Van Stralen Nikolle
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/22/24

This mixed methods research study analyzed maternal role development and the role of occupational therapy supporting this life transition using the OTPF-4 and a wellness/health promotion lens.

Primary Author and Speaker: Lisa AJ Sykes

Additional Authors and Speakers: Tori Simpson, Lily Zucaro, Leanne Russo, Nikolle Van Stralen

Contributing Authors: Leora Rozin
Building Community & Capacity of Care Farms Benefiting Adults With Intellectual and Developmental Differences in the United States: A Demographic Study
Authors: Gangluff Deborah L. , Jackson Paige
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/22/24

Adults with intellectual and developmental differences are often excluded from gainful employment. This care farm study provides information that is helpful in providing community supports for these individuals living in the United States.

Primary Author and Speaker: Deborah L. Gangluff

Additional Authors and Speakers: Paige Jackson
Routines and Attitudes of Smart Phone and Tablet Use for Social Participation Among Older Adults
Authors: Conrad Chelsea Ann , Davis Amanda , Dupree Maya , Myers Deja , Le Monica
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/22/24

Information and communication technology (ICT) use among older adults is associated with decreased loneliness and social isolation. This project investigated routines and attitudes of ICT use for social participation of older adults.

Primary Author and Speaker: Chelsea Ann Conrad

Additional Authors and Speakers: Maya Dupree, Deja Myers, Monica Le

Contributing Authors: Amanda Davis
Peer-Mediated Intervention for Social Skills for Children with Autism: A Systematic Review
Authors: Hung Hsin-Tung
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/22/24

This poster will describe the recent ten-year evidence of peer-mediated intervention (PMI) in improving social skills for children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) under the age of eighteen.

Primary Author and Speaker: Hsin-Tung Hung
Positive Perception of OT Student Experience in Interprofessional Poverty Simulation
Authors: Kuo Peiluen , Arcibal Lauren , Favolise Michele , Hooven Frederick , LeClaire Alina , Lewis Kathryn , Wilson Linette , Barlow Kate
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/21/24

An interprofessional poverty simulation may have positive effects on health science student attitudes toward individuals experiencing poverty and the circumstances of poverty, which can help prepare future clinicians with cultural humility.

Primary Author and Speaker: Peiluen Kuo

Additional Authors and Speakers: Kate Barlow

Contributing Authors: Lauren Arcibal, Michele Favolise, Frederick Hooven, Alina LeClaire, Kathryn Lewis, Linette Wilson
The Occupational Therapy Practitioners’ (OTP) and Caregivers’ Perceptions of Their Interactions Compared to the Occupational Performance Coding System
Authors: Perkins Sophia L. , Shnorhokian Rosalie , Kadlec Mary Beth
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/22/24

OTPs are in a unique position to provide families and children with high-quality services and effectively meet their needs. This evidence supports effective caregiver communication in the pediatric setting through the OTP and caregiver perspective.

Primary Author and Speaker: Sophia L Perkins

Contributing Authors: Rosalie Shnorhokian, Mary Beth Kadlec
Impact of Breast Cancer Treatments on the Occupation of Sleep Among Breast Cancer Survivors: A Mixed-Methods Study
Authors: Sheth Manisha , Aliman Thea , Almazora Anne Camille , Francisco Kayla , Ghadimi Chris , Tafolla Nicole
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/22/24

Eighty percent of breast cancer patients report sleep disturbances while undergoing treatment. The purpose of this mixed-methods research was to understand the impact of various breast cancer treatments on the occupation of sleep among breast cancer survivors.

Primary Author and Speaker: Manisha Sheth

Additional Authors and Speakers: Thea Aliman, Anne Camille Almazora, Kayla Francisco, Chris Ghadimi, Nicole Tafolla
Advocating for Rediscovering Meaningful Engagement in OT Practice
Authors: Miller Sarah , Crofford Sevahna , Ball Libby , Schmelzer Laura
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/22/24

The study evaluates the effectiveness of a continuing education session by examining practitioners’ knowledge, attitude, and use of meaningful engagement (ME). Results suggest a need for clearer methods to teach ME and increased support in practice.

Primary Author and Speaker: Sarah Miller

Additional Authors and Speakers: Sevahna Crofford, Libby Ball, Laura Schmelzer
Perception of Community Mobility Among Older Adults
Authors: Edwards Collins Megan , Boyd Connor , Cobb Keshira , Goodman Lazaria , Pankey Jasmine , Winchester Lundan , Jones Davina
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/22/24

Community mobility has been deemed to be essential for the overall well-being and quality of life of the older adult population. This qualitative study was conducted to explore the community mobility experiences and perceptions among older adults.

Primary Author and Speaker: Megan Edwards Collins

Additional Authors and Speakers: Davina Jones

Contributing Authors: Connor Boyd, Keshira Cobb, Lazaria Goodman, Jasmine Pankey, Lundan Winchester
The Effect of Video Conferencing on Social Participation of OT Students
Authors: Rich Kathryn , Gougler Olivia , Sanders Martha
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/22/24

The Attitudes Towards Zoom (ATZ) questionnaire surveyed 275 OT students on attitudes toward videoconferencing. Students reported fatigue and less class engagement but appreciated communication convenience, which should be considered in class format.

Primary Author and Speaker: Kathryn Rich

Additional Authors and Speakers: Olivia Gougler, Martha Sanders
University Students’ Healthy Lifestyles & Social Network Service Dependence: The Mediating Role of Social Networks
Authors: An Hyunseo , Kim Inhye , Yun Sohyeon , Park Hae Yean
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/22/24

Research on 374 Korean students finds that social network service (SNS) dependence indirectly affects lifestyles through social networks, suggesting directions for OTs in devising social network and healthy lifestyle interventions in university settings.

Primary Author and Speaker: Hyunseo An

Additional Authors and Speakers: Inhye Kim, Sohyeon Yun, Hae Yean Park
Current Cognitive-Based Strategies in OT Interventions for Chronic Pain
Authors: Gheidi Naghmeh , Gajewski Miranda , Cline Cody , Griesbach Olivia , Vang Maimee , Petit Rylee , Haag Breana , McCauley Brandon
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/22/24

This study describes the most common and effective cognitive strategies that are used by OTR/Ls to address chronic pain. Additionally, this study represents the reason that OTR/Ls may not use cognitive strategies in treating chronic pain.

Primary Author and Speaker: Naghmeh Gheidi

Additional Authors and Speakers: Brandon McCauley

Contributing Authors: Miranda Gajewski, Cody Cline, Olivia Griesbach, Maimee Vang, Rylee Petit, Breana Haag
An Exploratory Study of Sensory Processing Patterns of Undergraduate College Students: Implications for College Campuses
Authors: Viray Alexis , Damiao John A. , Sharkey Eustace Teresa , Dreyhaupt Brittany , Balouch Hogai , Cavaliere Catherine
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/22/24

This study explored sensory processing patterns of a diverse college population today. Findings indicate diversity in sensory processing and support the need for varied sensory-informed learning and living environments to support student success.

Primary Author and Speaker: Alexis Viray

Additional Authors and Speakers: Teresa Sharkey Eustace, Brittany Dreyhaupt, Hogai Balouch, Catherine Cavaliere

Contributing Authors: John A. Damiao
Hear Us Out: The Lived Experiences of Non-White OT Students Being Educated With Predominantly White Peers
Authors: Mor Tamar , Meily Therese , Avantifiori Flaminia , Herring Kijai , Lanzalotti Rachel , Knis-Matthews Laurie
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/22/24

This qualitative study explores the lived experiences of five non-White OT students being educated in predominantly White OT classrooms. This study uplifts their voices to create awareness and provide suggestions for our profession to move forward.

Primary Author and Speaker: Tamar Mor

Additional Authors and Speakers: Therese Meily, Flaminia Avantifiori, Kijai Herring, Rachel Lanzalotti, Laurie Knis-Matthews
College 101: Supporting College Readiness Skills Among Students With Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities
Authors: Seidel Lindsay Marie , Blaskowitz Meghan , Hulings Zack , Fisher Christa
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/22/24

The Summer Institute is a weeklong college prep program for transition-age students with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). This poster will highlight how the program increased college readiness skills and self-determination in students.

Primary Author and Speaker: Lindsay Marie Seidel

Contributing Authors: Meghan Blaskowitz, Zack Hulings, Christa Fisher
Virtual Reality for Improving Cognitive Outcomes After Brain Injury & Stroke: A Systematic Review
Authors: Eck Paige M. , Hildebrand Mary
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/22/24

Virtual reality (VR) provides an immersive environment that can be used to simulate real-world tasks. This systematic review summarized the evidence for using VR in OT to target cognition in adults with brain injury and stroke.

Primary Author and Speaker: Paige M. Eck

Additional Authors and Speakers: Mary Hildebrand
Perceptions of Occupational Challenges of Older Female Cancer Survivors
Authors: Maher Colleen , Trivedi Shivani , Mendonca Rochelle
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/23/24

This poster will present the results of an exploratory pilot study focused on the occupational challenges of older female adults affected by cancer using the Canadian Occupational Performance Measure and a student- and faculty-designed Daily Living Performance Survey.

Primary Author and Speaker: Colleen Maher

Additional Authors and Speakers: Rochelle Mendonca

Contributing Authors: Shivani Trivedi
Cultural Influence on Child-Rearing of Hispanic Fathers of Children With Autism
Authors: Escobedo Luna Penny , Ruelas Jack , Luna John
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/23/24

The purpose of this study is to explore cultural influence on child-rearing of Hispanic fathers of children with autism spectrum disorder. By knowing Hispanic fathers’ experiences, it can help guide the occupational profile and fit intervention to both the dad and the child.

Primary Author and Speaker: Penny Escobedo Luna

Additional Authors and Speakers: John Luna

Contributing Authors: Jack Ruelas
Expanding the Scope of Self-Advocacy Behaviors of Undergraduates With Learning Disabilities & Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
Authors: Medina Sharon , DeNunzio Katherine , Pandya Anushka , Kreider Consuelo
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/23/24

This study provides a comprehensive exploration of the purposes, nuances, and nonaccommodation self-advocacy behaviors used by undergraduates with learning disabilities and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (LD/ADHD). Implications for OT self-advocacy interventions are discussed.

Primary Author and Speaker: Sharon Medina

Additional Authors and Speakers: Katherine DeNunzio, Anushka Pandya, Consuelo Kreider
‘Let’s Get Organized’ in Vocational Rehabilitation: A Pilot Study
Authors: Clawson Carrie
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/23/24

Time management plays an important role in our ability to participate in occupations. The ’Let’s Get Organized’ program was adapted to a vocational rehabilitation setting, and improvements were noted in time management and emotional regulation skills.

Primary Author and Speaker: Carrie Clawson
Analysis of Lived Experiences of Caregivers of Individuals With Chronic Illness
Authors: Sears Cynthia , Bishop Emily , Blanton Shelby , Boyd Abigail , Chandley Kassie
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/23/24

Caregivers of clients with chronic illness are vital to the individual’s plan of care, but who is caring for them? This research examined caregivers’ lived experiences and discovered themes of hopelessness, shared emotions, and sources of hope.

Primary Author and Speaker: Cynthia Sears

Additional Authors and Speakers: Emily Bishop, Shelby Blanton, Abigail Boyd, Kassie Chandley
Paternal Reflective Functioning & Its Impact on Joint Play
Authors: Gurgova Julietta , Waldman-Levi Amiya , Cope Amber , Haden Sara
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/23/24

Fathers hold a key role in their child’s development. This study explored the role of father-reflective functioning and masculinity views in joint play experience. Findings can inform OTs in developing family-centered services.

Primary Author and Speaker: Julietta Gurgova

Additional Authors and Speakers: Amiya Waldman-Levi, Amber Cope, Sara Haden
Cognitive Strategies for Executive Functioning Skills Among Autistic Adults & Adults With Intellectual Disabilities: A Scoping Review
Authors: Johnson Stephanie , Davis Sophie , Dilcher Virginia , Everett Ashley , Lee Sarah , Miller Leah , Morris Melissa , Parrish Haley
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/23/24

This scoping review provides information on current available literature and gaps in evidence-based research on executive functioning (EF) interventions for autistic adults and adults with intellectual disabilities (ID).

Primary Author and Speaker: Stephanie Johnson

Additional Authors and Speakers: Sophie Davis, Virginia Dilcher, Ashley Everett, Sarah Lee, Leah Miller, Melissa Morris, Haley Parrish
Refugee Caregiver Perceptions of Using Mindfulness-Based Interventions to Support Coping Skills in Their Children: A Survey in Jordan
Authors: Fayad Zeina , Powers Alexandria , Mlincek Miranda Michele , Smith Diane L. , Chehouri Fatima , Alheresh Rawan
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/23/24

We evaluated the perceptions of refugee caregivers on mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs), to inform OT’s role in mental health care for this population, as well as to expand on OT’s role in providing community-based services.

Primary Author and Speaker: Zeina Fayad

Contributing Authors: Alexandria Powers, Miranda Michele Mlincek, Diane L. Smith, Fatima Chehouri, Rawan Alheresh
Photovoice: Visualizing Student Experiences During an International Level I Fieldwork in Tanzania
Authors: Saviers Brittany N. , Shirima George C.
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/23/24

Through use of Photovoice, results of this study illuminated students’ meaningful experiences and perceptions of learning during a short-term international fieldwork experience in Tanzania.

Primary Author and Speaker: Brittany N. Saviers

Additional Authors and Speakers: George C. Shirima
Current Practice of Somatosensory Impairment
Authors: Franklin Demma , Larson Senna , Puleo Rebecca , Hissong Morgan , Robinson-Bert Krystal , Dickes Allison
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/21/24

The purpose of this quantitative, cross-sectional survey was to determine occupational and physical therapists' current practice of assessment and intervention related to somatosensory impairment across the United States.

Primary Author and Speaker: Demma Franklin

Additional Authors and Speakers: Krystal Robinson-Bert, Allison Dickes

Contributing Authors: Senna Larson, Rebecca Puleo, Morgan Hissong
Conceptualization of Positive Social Functioning in Young Adults: A Scoping Review
Authors: Kreider Consuelo , Medina Sharon , DiFino Sharon M. , Klumpp Anya , Morgan-Daniel Jane , Mburu Sharon
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/23/24

OTs are well situated to work with clients and the public in fostering positive social functioning that supports the occupational performance of young adults. Four components of positive social functioning are operationalized to guide practice.

Primary Author and Speaker: Consuelo Kreider

Additional Authors and Speakers: Sharon Mburu

Contributing Authors: Sharon Medina, Sharon M. DiFino, Anya Klumpp, Jane Morgan-Daniel
Exploring Older Adults’ Perspectives on Technology & Its Impact on Aging in Place: A Phenomenological Study
Authors: Schmidt Katy , Plummer Teresa , Barcelo Aubrey , Dean Sarah , Dombrowski Brianne , Hurd Alexandra , Joynes Alexandra , Struthers Kelly
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/23/24

Technology can improve older adults’ lives as they age in place. Older adults were found to possess technology and be interested in using it, but individualized education is recommended to improve technology use, health, and independence.

Primary Author and Speaker: Katy Schmidt

Contributing Authors: Teresa Plummer, Aubrey Barcelo, Sarah Dean, Brianne Dombrowski, Alexandra Hurd, Alexandra Joynes, Kelly Struthers
Best Practices for Occupation Therapy Practitioners in Pediatric Telehealth
Authors: Davis Shain , Cass Sarina , Marvizi Dina , Stone Elizabeth
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/23/24

We used a mixed-methods design to gather OTP and pediatric family perspectives on effective occupational therapy telehealth interventions. Results suggest the importance of caregiver coaching and involvement, and clear communication from all parties.

Primary Author and Speaker: Shain Davis

Contributing Authors: Sarina Cass, Dina Marvizi, Elizabeth Stone
Experiences of Families Receiving OT Services for Their Autistic Children
Authors: Watling Renee , Darby Kylie , Daughton Natalie
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/23/24

This study examined the family experience of receiving OT services for their autistic child and the degree to which those OT services were client centered. Findings identify family preferences and the aspects of OT services that they value most.

Primary Author and Speaker: Renee Watling

Additional Authors and Speakers: Kylie Darby, Natalie Daughton
Different Folks for Different Strokes: Exploring the Use of Social Support Among Collectivist & Individualistic Stroke Caregivers
Authors: Lawson Sonia , You Cindy , Amos Joseph , Short Mackenzie
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/23/24

An exploratory study highlights differences in perception of social support use among caregivers from collectivist and individualistic cultures pertaining to caregiver burden. Findings support the importance of culturally sensitive care.

Primary Author and Speaker: Sonia Lawson

Additional Authors and Speakers: Cindy You, Joseph Amos, Mackenzie Short
Importance of Being Before Doing in Occupational Experiences of Undergraduates With Learning Disabilities and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
Authors: Kreider Consuelo , Pandya Anushka , DeNunzio Katherine , DiFino Sharon M.
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/23/24

Preliminary analysis of occupational experiences (doing, being, becoming, and belonging) of undergraduates with learning disabilities and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (LD/ADHD). Improvements in sense of self enhanced the doing aspects of undergraduates’ occupational experiences.

Primary Author and Speaker: Consuelo Kreider

Additional Authors and Speakers: Anushka Pandya, Katherine DeNunzio, Sharon M. DiFino
Emerging Role of OT Practice in Community College Settings
Authors: Kim Tina M. , Crowder Jennifer Susong
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/23/24

This study describes the experiences and existing practices of OTs and OTAs supporting students in community colleges.

Primary Author and Speaker: Tina M. Kim

Additional Authors and Speakers: Jennifer Susong Crowder
Effectiveness of Peer Mentorship With Veterans Experiencing Homelessness: Implications for OT Practice
Authors: Levan David , DeDionisio Kathryn , Potter Brianna , Swoger Sydney
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/21/24

This qualitative study aimed to better understand how peer mentorship affects recurrence of homelessness among veterans from the perspective of peer mentors. Implications for advocacy, treatment, and referral by OTPs will be presented.

Primary Author and Speaker: David Levan

Contributing Authors: Kathryn DeDionisio, Brianna Potter, Sydney Swoger
Integrated Related Service Delivery: What Do Teachers Think?
Authors: Pingale Vidya , Tannenbaum Maxine , Burton Tyler , Digennaro Jessica , Shamy Mikayla
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/21/24

The presentation will review different service delivery methods to provide related services used in school settings, and the role of teachers’ perception of these methods in implementation as well as factors contributing to it will be discussed.

Primary Author and Speaker: Vidya Pingale

Contributing Authors: Maxine Tannenbaum, Tyler Burton, Jessica Digennaro, Mikayla Shamy
Utilization of OT Services for Patients With Cancer in an Acute Care Setting & Effects on Readmission
Authors: McNichols Christine C. , Ivey Carole , Gary Kelli , Peterson Alicia K. , Reynolds Stacey
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/21/24

In a retrospective secondary data analysis spanning 5 years from a Virginia national cancer institute, data from patients with cancer diagnoses were investigated to understand the impact of OT services on readmission status.

Primary Author and Speaker: Christine C. McNichols

Additional Authors and Speakers: Stacey Reynolds

Contributing Authors: Carole Ivey, Kelli Gary, Alicia K. Peterson
Causal Analysis of Lifestyle Factors on Life Satisfaction in Patients With Stroke: Using Korean Longitudinal Aging Data
Authors: Nam Sanghun , Lim Young-Myoung , Kim Ah-Ram , Park Ji-Hyuk
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/21/24

This study conducted a survival analysis to examine hazard ratios of various lifestyles based on different types of life satisfaction in patients with stroke.

Primary Author and Speaker: Sanghun Nam

Additional Authors and Speakers: Young-Myoung Lim, Ah-Ram Kim, Ji-Hyuk Park
Psychometric Properties of the Occupational Balance Questionnaire 11–Chinese Version (OBQ11–C): Classical Test Theory & Rasch Analysis
Authors: Chen Yun-Ling , Ko Wei-Ting , Su Pei-Chi , Hsieh Ming-Hong , Liao Yin-To , Ju Po-Chung , Chan Yung-Teng , Wagman Petra , Håkansson Carita
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/21/24

The study provides a reliable and valid Chinese version of the Occupational Balance Questionnaire (OBQ11–C) for people with depression in the clinical and research field of OT.

Primary Author and Speaker: Yun-Ling Chen

Contributing Authors: Wei-Ting Ko, Pei-Chi Su, Ming-Hong Hsieh, Yin-To Liao, Po-Chung Ju, Yung-Teng Chan, Petra Wagman, Carita Håkansson
The Impact of Post-concussive Symptoms on Functional Outcomes in Young Adults
Authors: Saleem Ghazala T. , Li Xinghong , Leung Hoi Yan , McCann Chloe , McCoy Corinne , Ertrachter Rachel , Przybyciel Nolan
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/22/24

We assessed post-concussive symptoms in young adults using multimodal assessments and found more vestibular symptoms than cognitive and physical. Occupational therapists must intervene in vestibular-ocular deficits to prevent subsequent injuries.

Primary Author and Speaker: Ghazala T. Saleem

Contributing Authors: Xinghong Li, Hoi Yan Leung, Chloe McCann, Corinne McCoy, Rachel Ertrachter, Nolan Przybyciel
Health-Related Quality of Life for Caregivers of Children With Developmental Disabilities
Authors: Poole Cindy W. W. , Levine David , Forbert Stephanie , Baker Tessa , Baker Sydney , Tindall Sarah , Shelton Blair
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/21/24

This 2021 retrospective national survey of 1,549 self-reported caregivers of children with developmental disabilities provided insight into the prevalence of reported poor physical and mental health and its impact on personal activities of daily living (ADL) function.

Primary Author and Speaker: Cindy W. W. Poole

Additional Authors and Speakers: David Levine, Stephanie Forbert, Tessa Baker, Sydney Baker, Sarah Tindall, Blair Shelton
Predicting Habits of Engaging in Evidence-Based Practice
Authors: Benfield Angela M. , Bleakley Scott , Miller Cheryl
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/21/24

Predictor models can identify potential causal mechanisms. This session will discuss the predictor model for evidence-based practice (EBP) engagement and its implications for increasing implementation. Increasing EBP engagement may be achieved by targeting reflection.

Primary Author and Speaker: Angela M. Benfield

Contributing Authors: Scott Bleakley, Cheryl Miller
Perceptions of Occupational Therapists Assessing and Treating Functional Cognition After Stroke
Authors: Gregg Emma R. , Causey-Upton Renee , Ginn Cassandra C.
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/22/24

This poster describes qualitative research indicating that OTs value knowledge, observation, and interdisciplinary care for assessing and treating functional cognition after stroke. Results highlight opportunities to improve cognitive rehabilitation.

Primary Author and Speaker: Emma R Gregg

Contributing Authors: Renee Causey-Upton, Cassandra C Ginn
The Role of Therapeutic Professionals and Tools for Assessing Therapeutic Progress in Rett Syndrome
Authors: May Damian M. , Bressler-Archambeau Carly J. , Davuluri Sai , Crist Emily , Czerwinski Briana , Smith-Hicks Constance
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/22/24

Rett Syndrome (RTT) is a rare and debilitating neurodevelopmental genetic disorder. This study aimed to describe the role of therapeutic professionals in the care pathway for patients with RTT in the United States.

Primary Author and Speaker: Damian M May

Contributing Authors: Carly J Bressler-Archambeau, Sai Davuluri, Emily Crist, Briana Czerwinski, Constance Smith-Hicks
Barriers and Facilitators to Interdisciplinary Mental and Behavioral Health in Primary Care
Authors: Persons Kimberley
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/22/24

A systematic rapid review process was used to examine existing literature on best practices for interdisciplinary mental and behavioral health services in primary care for a Hispanic population. Existing facilitators and barriers will be described.

Primary Author and Speaker: Kimberley Persons
Impact & Experience of Directly Teaching About Executive Function to Second Graders on Their Understanding & Performance of Executive Function Skills
Authors: Raymond-Tolan Lisa , Arcidiacono Theresa , Panzarino Cassandra , Vazquez Amber , Letterese Cj , Sigler Jennifer , Khadam-Hir Kelly Farah
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/22/24

Executive function (EF) skills are essential for children, but we often support them around students and not actively with them. This mixed-methods study looked at the impact of a 3-week curriculum directly teaching second graders about EF skills.

Primary Author and Speaker: Lisa Raymond-Tolan

Contributing Authors: Theresa Arcidiacono, Cassandra Panzarino, Amber Vazquez, Cj Letterese, Jennifer Sigler, Kelly Farah Khadam-Hir
Hand Therapists’ Perspectives on Telehealth
Authors: Morris Gwen
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/22/24

The purpose of this mixed-methods study was to determine hand therapists’ perspectives on telehealth with upper extremity rehabilitation. Through surveys, viewpoints of hand therapists on telehealth were obtained to close the research gap.

Primary Author and Speaker: Gwen Morris
Effects of Mindfulness App on Parental Stress & Sleep
Authors: Chang Megan C. C. , Boykin Emily , Cluff Molly , Cornish Devin , Labrador Laura , Lee Winnie , McLaughlin Taylor
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/22/24

This study explored the effects of a 4-week mindfulness app-based intervention on measures of parental stress, sleep, and sensory processing patterns.

Primary Author and Speaker: Megan C. C. Chang

Additional Authors and Speakers: Emily Boykin, Molly Cluff, Devin Cornish, Laura Labrador, Winnie Lee, Taylor McLaughlin
Dysphagia Therapy Utilization for Premature Infants in a Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
Authors: Nguyen Tiana , Kane Audrey , Reynolds Stacey , Pineda Roberta , Rogers Elizabeth E.
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/22/24

Infants who received dysphagia therapy have higher medical complexities than those who did not receive therapy. Findings could lead to earlier identification of populations that are at higher risk for oral feeding delays to optimize therapy services.

Primary Author and Speaker: Tiana Nguyen

Contributing Authors: Audrey Kane, Stacey Reynolds, Roberta Pineda, Elizabeth E. Rogers
Impaired Memory and Executive Function are Associated with Reduced Social Participation in People with Parkinson’s Disease
Authors: Kim Moon Young , Foster Erin R.
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/22/24

Memory and executive function predict social participation in Parkinson’s disease (PD). It is important to tailor cognitive rehabilitation strategies based on cognitive function to promote social participation in PD.

Primary Author and Speaker: Moon Young Kim

Contributing Authors: Erin R. Foster
OT in Primary Care: Determining Receptiveness of Primary Care Providers and OT Practitioners: An Updated Study
Authors: Nash Jacquelyn P. , Collette Debra , Dahl-Popolizio Sue
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/22/24

This poster highlights primary care providers’ (PCPs’) and OTPs’ receptiveness to including OTPs in primary care. Information about PCPs’ comfort level in delegating appointments to an OTP indicates a direction for gaining entry into primary care.

Primary Author and Speaker: Jacquelyn P. Nash

Contributing Authors: Debra Collette
Feasibility of the Restorative Occupational Approaches for Disordered Eating Program: A Work in Progress
Authors: Hardison Mark E. , O’neill Keara
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/22/24

This project is a work in progress establishing the feasibility of a novel outpatient OT intervention for eating disorders called the Restorative Occupational Approaches for Disordered Eating (ROADE) program.

Primary Author and Speaker: Mark E. Hardison

Additional Authors and Speakers: Keara O’neill