Jee Ahe Ahn
Human Sciences, Consumer Sciences
Leslie Stoel, Advisor
Title: “Dining-Tech”: The Moderating Role of Gadget-Loving and Innovativeness in a Stimulus-Organism-Response (S-O-R) Model
Abstract: This study intends to examine how interactive restaurant technology service affects consumers’ cognitive and affective states and influences consumers’ post behavioral intentions.
Contact: ahn.238@osu.edu
Taylor Banh
Taylor Banh
Human Sciences, Human Nutrition
Martha Belury, Advisor
Title: The Role of an Adiponectin Mimetic in the Treatment of Mice with Cancer Cachexia
Abstract: Cancer-induced cachexia results in uncontrolled weight loss and is ultimately responsible for one-third of all cancer-related deaths. The purpose of this study is to explore the relationship between adiponectin and pathogenesis of cancer cachexia, with the overall goal of creating knowledge to improve the quality of life of cachectic patients.
Contact: banh.4@osu.edu
Bradley Cotten
Bradley Cotton
Human Sciences, Human Nutrition
Martha Belury, Advisor
Title: Naringenin Attenuates Muscle Loss in Ovariectomized Mice Fed a High-Fat Diet
Abstract: Skeletal muscle mass and function decreases with aging, and onset of muscle wasting can be hastened by metabolic alteration resulting from diet and disease. This study will evaluate naringenin, a dietary flavonoid found in citrus fruits, on its ability to prevent muscle wasting in older mice.
Contact: cotten.6@osu.edu
Jessica Dicke
Jessica Dicke
Human Sciences, Kinesiology
Steven Devor, Advisor
Title: Fall Characteristics in Community-Living Older Adults: A Prospective Study
Abstract: The aim of this study was to characterize fall information through a 12-month prospective fall study of older adults. Due to the high incidence of falls that occurred during the 12-month follow up, this study suggests greater precautions must be taken to ensure the safety of older adults.
Contact: dicke.35@osu.edu
Katherine Gressel
Katherine Gressel
Human Sciences, Human Nutrition
Helen Everts, Advisor
Title: Effects of Acute UVB Exposure on Retinol Metabolism Proteins
Abstract: The expression of key retinoic acid metabolism proteins in the epidermis was examined 48 hours after UVB exposure. The findings may improve our knowledge of the development of cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma and may be useful in developing prevention or treatments.
Contact: gressel.7@osu.edu
Eun-Sol Her
Eun-Sol Her
Human Sciences, Consumer Sciences
Leslie Stoel, Soobin Seo, Advisors
Title: Does Restaurant Physical Environment Trigger Healthy Eating? The Mediating Role of Positive Emotion
Abstract: While the concern of promoting healthy eating in restaurants is becoming more significant, the indirect factors affecting healthy eating have hardly been examined. This study intends to identify the influence of several dimensions of restaurant physical environments on intention to eat healthily with positive emotion as a mediator.
Contact: her.14@osu.edu
Laura Hopkins
Laura Hopkins
Human Sciences, Human Nutrition
Carolyn Gunther, Advisor
Title: Feasibility, Acceptability and Efficacy of a Theory-Based Program Aimed at Preventing Unhealthy Weight Gain in Disadvantaged Children During Summer
Abstract: Camp NERF was a multi-component (nutrition, physical activity and mental health) program for disadvantaged children grades K-5 in summer 2014. The program demonstrated high feasibility and acceptability when coupled with the USDA Summer Food Service Program. A modest improvement in weight status was seen in camp participants.
Contact: hopkins.774@.osu.edu
Richard LaFountain
Richard LaFountain
Human Sciences, Kinesiology
Steven Devor, Advisor
Title:Adaptations Following Maximal Exercise Test Utilizing an MRI-Compatible Treadmill with Cine Imaging and Phase-Contrast Magnetic Resonance Imaging (PCMRI)
Abstract:This study utilized Cine and PCMRA imaging techniques to evaluate differences in cardiac function and blood flow in trained versus sedentary individuals before and immediately after a maximal exercise test using an MRI-compatible treadmill. Previous magnetic resonance (MRI) imaging studies have tested blood flow adaptations to supine cycle ergometer exercise.
Contact: lafountain.9@.osu.edu
Jiakang Li
Jiakang Li
Teaching and Learning, Foreign, Second, & Multilingual Language Education
Alan Hirvela, Advisor
Title: Using Digital Storytelling in an After-School Literacy Program for 3rd Grade Struggling Readers
Abstract: Third grade students, who failed the 3rd Grade Reading Guarantee, and their mentors will create a digital story about a book they read in an after-school literacy education program. This study will examine the impact of creating these digital stories on students’ interests in reading and reading abilities.
Contact: li.4270@osu.edu
Sarah Lightner
Sarah Lightner
Teaching And Learning, Reading & Literacy In Early & Middle Childhood
Ian Wilkinson, Advisor
Title: Diversity of Race and Gender of Authors and Illustrators in First Grade Reading Series
Abstract: Four first-grade core reading series were evaluated to examine the race and gender of the authors included in the series. Results were analyzed to reveal the implicit messages about race and gender students receive from the representation or lack of representation of diverse authors.
Contact: lightner.30@osu.edu
Can Lu & Tingting Zhang
Can Lu & Tingting Zhang
Human Sciences, Consumer Sciences
Jay Kandampully, Advisor
Title: Determinants of Hotel Customers’ Adoption of Mobile Apps for Services Facilitation
Abstract: This study applied the Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology (UTAUT) model in hospitality to investigate the influence of application of mobile devices (including smartphones and tablets) on hotel services facilitation. The study also provided managerial and marketing implications to hospitality management companies.
Contact: lu.1168@osu.edu, zhang.3703@osu.edu
Elly Maras (right). Also pictured: Marina Peeva (College of Arts and Sciences).
Elly Maras
Human Sciences, Human Development and Family Science
Sarah Schoppe-Sullivan, Advisor
Title: Associations Between Parental Depression, Personality and Cocaring: How Risk and Resilience May Predict Parent-Teacher Relationships for Toddlers
Abstract: We examined the associations among parents’ depression, personality, and their parent-teacher, or cocaring relationships. 90 parents completed questionnaires. Significant associations were found. Depression predicted higher undermining after controlling for personality. Some parents have a greater risk of developing negative cocaring relationships.
Contact: maras.4@osu.edu, peeva.1@osu.edu
James Morton
Human Sciences, Kinesiology
Donna Pastore, Advisor
Title: Examining National Collegiate Athletic Association Governance Changes through the Lens of Stakeholder Theory
Abstract: The NCAA governance structure is undergoing unprecedented changes. These changes are primarily aimed at allowing member institutions more autonomy in using revenue for student-athlete welfare. This study examines the new governance through the lens of stakeholder theory to compare the new structure to the old one in terms of stakeholder salience.
Contact: morton.240@osu.edu
Andrea Murphy
Andrea Murphy
Educational Studies, Special Education
Christian Winterbottom, Advisor
Title: Identifying, Assessment, and Referral Processes for Twice-Exceptional Students
Abstract: This literature review explores proper identification, assessment and referral practices for twice-exceptional students, and provides suggestions for further research in the field. Twice-exceptional students, students who are both gifted and disabled, pose difficulties for correct placement and interventions in the classroom.
Contact: murphy.1143@osu.edu
Hanna Paulose
Hanna Paulose
Human Sciences, Consumer Sciences
Milos Bujisic, Advisor
Title: Academicians as Social Practitioners: Re-Conceptualizing the Role of Academia in Social Process
Abstract: The study examines, through a case study of multiple social programs across the globe, the long standing argument that “academicians do not actively engage in solving social problems.”
Contact: paulose.1@osu.edu
Sujata Ponappa
Sujata Ponappa
Human Sciences, Human Development And Family Science
Suzanne Bartle-Haring, Advisor
Title: Family Differentiation, Young Adult Siblings and Depression
Abstract: Using a sample of 65 pairs of undergraduate students and their siblings, this study investigated the relationship between family differentiation, sibling relationships and depression. Low family differentiation was related to low sibling warmth and depression. These findings are significant for sibling research and family therapy.
Contact: ponappa.3@osu.edu
Sarah Puchala
Sarah Puchala
Human Sciences, Human Nutrition
Martha Belury, Advisor
Title: Plasma Adiponectin Levels Predict for Lean Muscle Mass in Postmenopausal Women
Abstract: Menopause is associated with a rapid change in body composition characterized by an increase in fat mass and a decrease in lean mass. Adiponectin is a protein secreted from adipocytes that may play an important role in modulating energy metabolism in skeletal muscle. Preventing the loss of muscle mass can increase quality of life.
Contact: puchala.3@osu.edu
Lauren Wargelin & McKenzie Mallen
Lauren Wargelin & Mckenzie Mallen
Educational Studies, School Psychology
Antionette Miranda, Advisor
Title: Improving Self-Esteem and Reducing Female Relational Aggression in Urban Classrooms
Abstract: This study examines the results of Girl Talk, a program designed to reduce female relational aggression, in an urban fifth grade classroom. Girl Talk is a 7-week program that builds upon existing evidence-based curricula with the intent of increasing self-esteem and decreasing victimization and relational aggression in adolescent females.
Contact: wargelin.2@osu.edu, mallen.6@osu.edu
Xiangquan Yao. Not pictured: Ali Flemming.
Xiangquan Yao & Ali Fleming
Teaching and Learning, STEM
Azita Manouchehri, Patricia Brosnan, Advisors
Title: A Typology of Student Problem Solving Strategies on a Pattern-Generalizing Task
Abstract: 800 5th graders’ strategies to solve a pattern-generalizing task were examined. A typology of students’ responses was built. The analysis shows the most dominant approach used is seeking to establish relationship between some terms of the sequence relying on perception; extending a pattern and predicting with pattern require different thinking.
Contact: yao.298@osu.edu, fleming.72@osu.edu