Shorter College

A bstract A first study is presented of the cross section for the scattering of same-sign W boson pairs via the detection of a τ lepton. The data from proton-proton collisions at the center-of-mass energy of 13 TeV were collected by the CMS detector at the LHC, and correspond to an integrated luminosity of 138 fb −1 . Events were selected that contain two jets with large pseudorapidity and large invariant mass, one τ lepton, one light lepton (e or μ ), and significant missing transverse momentum. The measured cross section for electroweak same-sign WW scattering is $${1.44}_{-0.56}^{+0.63}$$ times the standard model prediction. In addition, a search is presented for the indirect effects of processes beyond the standard model via the effective field theory framework, in terms of dimension-6 and dimension-8 operators.

Introduction: This study investigated the visibility and accessibility of mission, vision, and values statements on websites of entry-level allied health care programs (occupational therapy, physical therapy, and speech-language pathology). The primary objective was to determine the ease of locating these statements on program websites and how their visibility varies by program characteristics. Methods: A cross-sectional analysis was conducted on 300 randomly selected accredited programs (100 per profession) across the United States. Each program’s website was evaluated to determine the visibility and accessibility of its mission, vision, and values statements, defined by their presence within two clicks of the homepage. Data were collected using a standardized form and analyzed using Fisher’s exact test and Cramer’s V to assess associations between visibility and program characteristics, including program type, institutional affiliation, region, and delivery modality. Results: Findings revealed significant variability in statement visibility. Mission statements were most frequently located, followed by vision, and then values statements. Significant differences in mission statement visibility were observed between program types and between public and private institutions. Regional differences in vision statement visibility were significant only for speech-language pathology programs. Discussion: Mission, vision, and values statements are crucial for communicating program identity and purpose to stakeholders, including prospective students, faculty, and the broader community. This study highlighted the need for improved transparency and accessibility of these core principles within allied health education. Findings may inform program website design, accreditation standards, and stakeholder engagement strategies, ultimately enhancing student experience and professional preparation in the health care workforce.

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Astrophysical observations provide compelling evidence for gravitationally interacting dark matter in the universe that cannot be explained by the standard model of particle physics. The extraordinary amount of data from the CERN LHC presents a unique opportunity to shed light on the nature of dark matter at unprecedented collision energies. This Report comprehensively reviews the most recent searches with the CMS experiment for particles and interactions belonging to a dark sector and for dark-sector mediators. Models with invisible massive particles are probed by searches for signatures of missing transverse momentum recoiling against visible standard model particles. Searches for mediators are also conducted via fully visible final states. The results of these searches are compared with those obtained from direct-detection experiments. Searches for alternative scenarios predicting more complex dark sectors with multiple new particles and new forces are also presented. Many of these models include long-lived particles, which could manifest themselves with striking unconventional signatures with relatively small amounts of background. Searches for such particles are discussed and their impact on dark-sector scenarios is evaluated. Many results and interpretations have been newly obtained for this Report.

Alzheimer's disease affects millions of people worldwide and is the most common form of dementia. The risk of developing Alzheimer’s increases with age. This neurodegenerative disease is characterized by the deterioration of memory and cognitive functions. Not only does Alzheimer's affect the mental health of patients, but it also affects their immediate family members and caretakers. The later stages of Alzheimer's disease can change the behavior of a person in various ways. Rather than having to witness a family member change so quickly, people often wish they had known that they had AD earlier. Many studies have been conducted regarding methods to predict the development of Alzheimer's disease; however, nothing has been proven definite. One method that has not been discussed enough is the use of biomarkers. Over the years, multiple biomarkers have had success in predicting other major diseases like heart disease, cancer, and diabetes. They are currently being studied for their use in neurological issues. While analyzing multiple studies, this paper aims to establish the effectiveness of using biomarkers to predict signs of Alzheimer’s disease. Ultimately, being able to predict Alzheimer's early on will allow the medical industry to create prevention strategies for the future, along with better treatments.

Der bedarfsgerechte Einsatz der Kombinationstherapie aus LABA/ICS wird neben der SABA-Therapie seit 2019 von der GINA bei Patienten mit schwerem Asthma empfohlen. Hintergrund dieser Empfehlung ist, dass beim Asthma die entzündliche Komponente durch lokale Kortikosteroidinhalation (ICS) behandelt wird und hierdurch Exazerbationen abnehmen. Bislang liegen noch keine Daten über die veränderte Anwendung von SMART im klinischen Alltag vor. Die Auswertung der Daten des German Asthma Net e.V. (GAN) bietet die Möglichkeit seit 2009 die Verordnungspraxis zu erfassen. In dieser Registerauswertung des Zeitraums vor 2019 sowie der Jahre 2019 bis 2022 konnte ein SMART-Anteil an der Bedarfstherapie von 1% vor 2019 mit einem langsamen, jedoch zunehmenden Anteil bis zum Jahr 2022 (12%) bei weiterhin ca. 50% Verordnung von SABA gezeigt werden. Der Vergleich von Patienten mit SABA gegenüber Patienten mit SMART-Therapie ergab sowohl eine bessere Asthma-Kontrolle, Lungenfunktion und Oxygenierung ohne signifikante Unterschiede beim exhalierten NO oder den Eosinophilen im Blutbild. Die Auswertung der Patienten unter einer Biologica-Therapie in Bezug auf die Bedarfstherapie zeigte eine verbesserte Krankheitskontrolle ohne signifikante Unterschiede der Lungenfunktionsparameter oder des FeNO unter SMART-Therapie. Die Therapie zwischen den Gruppen ergab signifikante Unterschiede – in der SABA-Kohorte wurden häufiger ICS Single-Inhaler, Leukotrienrezeptorantagonisten sowie Theophyllin eingesetzt. Unterschiede in der Anwendung von Dreifachkombinationen (ICS/LABA/LAMA) ergaben sich nicht.

He has a Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering, with past research activities focusing on the modeling of parachute dynamics and fluid-structure interactions.He is currently involved in student-