KAS Annual Meeting Online Program, 2021

KAS_Presentation_2021_jds_Anjana_final_editedBVrmd.pptx

8:30 - Abundance of Beneficial Insects in a Vip3A X Cry1Ab Bt Protected Sweet Corn Hybrid Bordered by Native Perennial Plants

First Author and Presenter

Anjana Duwal

Kentucky State University

Co-author

John Sedlacek

Kentucky State University

Co-author

Karen Friley

Kentucky State University

Co-author

John Galvin

Kentucky State University

8:45 - Ammonia and Nitrate Concentrations in Three Varieties of Field-Grown Turnips, Brassica rapa

First Author and Presenter

Angel Freeman

Kentucky State University

Co-author

George Antonious

Kentucky State University

Co-author

Eric Turley

Kentucky State University

Co-author

Rance Paxton

Kentucky State University

Angel_Freeman_KAS_2021_Poster.pdf

9:00 - Analyzing the reaction of rhizomicrobia on Soil and CBD hemp

First Author and Presenter

Alexandria Riddle

Murray State University

Co-author

Mallorie Snider

Murray State University

Co-author

Ian Handayani

Murray State University

Evaluating_the_Impact_of_Rhizomicrobia_Application_on_Soil_and.pptx

9:15 - Biochar and Animal Manures for Greater Turnip Yield

First Author and Presenter

George Antonious

Kentucky State University

Co-author

Eric Turley

Kentucky State University

Co-author

Rance Paxton

Kentucky State University

Antonious_KAS_2021_Virtual.pdf

9:30 - DYNAMICS OF SOIL PROPERTIES RELATED TO TOPOGRAPHY IN CENTRAL KENTUCKY

First Author and Presenter

Matthew Fowler

Murray State University

Co-author

Iin Handayani

Murray State University

DYNAMICS_OF_SOIL_PROPERTIES_RELATED_TO_TOPOGRAPHY_IN_CENTRAL_K.pptx

9:45 - Evaluating Soil Carbon Sequestration and Compaction Levels in Various Agricultural Fields

First Author and Presenter

Dakota Tate

Murray State University

Co-author

I.P Handayani

Murray State University

Co-author

N Musunuru

Murray State University

Co-author

Megan Taylor

Murray State University

Dakota_Tate_Poster_KAS-v3_FA21.pptx

10:00 - EVALUATING TOPSOIL HEALTH UNDER DIFFERENT MANAGEMENT CONDITIONS: AN IMPORTANT INDICATOR FOR SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURE

First Author and Presenter

Presley Woodrum

Murray State University

Co-author

Alyx Shultz

Murray State University

Co-author

Iin Handayani

Murray State University

Presley_Woodrum_Final_Poster_KAS(1).pptx

10:30 - Growth Performance of A Lotus Variety Selected for Seed Production

First Author and Presenter

Changzheng Wang

Kentucky State University

kas_2021_lotus1.pdf

10:45 - Growth Performance of Lotus Plants Started With the Same Number of Growing Tips Together or Separated in Containers

First Author and Presenter

Changzheng Wang

Kentucky State University

kas_2020_lotus2.pdf

11:00 - Impact of soil amendments on bell pepper yield and quality

First Author and Presenter

Rance Paxton

Kentucky State University

Co-author

George Antonious

Kentucky State University

Co-author

Eric Turley

Kentucky State University

Rance_Paxton_2021_KAS_Presentation_final_copy(2).pptx

11:15 - Small Unmanned Aerial Systems for Long-term Monitoring of Livestock Rotation Plots at Kentucky State University

First Author and Presenter

Joshua Maddox

Kentucky state university

Co-author

Jeremy Sandifer

Kentucky state university

Co-author

william Rogers

kentucky state university

KAS2021_JM_JS_editedBV_JS3588_2.pptx

11:30 - The environmental impact of high-tunnel tomatoes, Solanum lycopersicum L. (Solanaceae)

First Author and Presenter

Hallie Whitehead

Berea College

Co-author

Sean Clark

Berea College

Co-author

Victor Faluyi

Berea College

Tomato.Poster.F.pptx

11:45 - Yield and Quality of Eggplant, Solanum melongena, Grown in Various Soil Amendments.

First Author and Presenter

ERIC TURLEY

Kentucky State University

Co-author

Rance Paxton

Kentucky State University

Co-author

George Antonious

Kentucky State University

Eric_Turley_2021_KAS_Presentation_Final.pptx

Friday, November 5, 2021 9:01am - 12:00pm

Cellular & Molecular Biology I

Zoom Room 4

Section meeting to follow presentations

Chair: Melissa Mefford

Secretary: Noel Novelo

Histone_Mutations_Among_Humans_and_Drosophila_in_Correlation_t.pptx

9:00 - Histone Variants: An Exploration of Expression Due to Carcinogenic Exposure

First Author and Presenter

Laura Brothers

Georgetown College

9:15 - Molecular Mechanisms of Histone H2B Variants in Arsenic-Mediated Carcinogenesis

First Author and Presenter

Harrison Booher

Georgetown College

Co-author

Wesley Saintilnord

University of Kentucky College of Medicine Department of Mol

Co-author

Yvonne Fondufe-Mittendorf

University of Kentucky College of Medicine Department of Mol

Molecular_Mechanisms_of_Histone_H2B_Variants_in_Arsenic-Mediat.pptx

9:30 - Depletion of Set1 target genes suggests myogenic phenotype in flatworm Schmidtea mediterranea

First Author and Presenter

Zachary Farrell

Northern Kentucky University

kbrin-poster-uky-zach-final.pptx

9:45 - Collagen Levels Throughout Skeletal Muscle Recovery in Adult and Aged Rats

First Author and Presenter

Teresa Perry

Georgetown College

Co-author

Amy Confides

University of Kentucky

Co-author

Esther Dupont- Versteegden

University of Kentucky

Co-author

Zach Hettinger

University of Kentucky

KAS_Poster.pptx

10:00 - Exposing Mice to Benzo[a]Pyrene During Early Brain Development to Analyze Depressive-like Behavior and Stress Hormones

First Author and Presenter

Trevor Shumate

Northern Kentucky University

Co-author

Connor Perry

Northern Kentucky University

Co-author

Emma Foster

Northern Kentucky University

Co-author

Amanda Honaker

Northern Kentucky University

Co-author

Angela Kyntchev

Northern Kentucky University

Co-author

Christine Curran

Northern Kentucky University

KAS_Poster_Shumate_FINAL.pptx

10:15 - Genome Wide Association Study of Sugar Mediated Obesity and Food Intake in Drosophila

First Author and Presenter

Makayla Wright

Northern Kentucky University

Co-author

Mubaraq Opoola

University of Louisville

Co-author

Dae-Sung Hwangbo

University of Louisville

Co-author

Sarayu Alli

University of Louisville

Co-author

Nicholas Wright

University of Louisville

MakaylaWright-KYINBRE-2021v5-DHv3-final.pptx

10:30 - Genome wide association study of sugar-based compensatory feeding in Drosophila

First Author and Presenter

Mubaraq Opoola

University of Louisville

Co-author

Makayla Wright

Northern Kentucky University

Co-author

Sarayu Alli

University of Louisville

Co-author

Nicholas Wright

University of Louisville

Co-author

Dae-Sung Hwangbo

University of Louisville

KAS_conference_MO.pptx

10:45 - Regulators of Spermatogenesis in Drosophila

First Author and Presenter

Abigail Secen

University of Kentucky

Co-author

Hunter Akers

University of Kentucky

Co-author

Doug Harrison

University of Kentucky

Co-author

Sepideh Dadkhah

University of Kentucky

UK_KBRIN_Poster_Hunter_Abigail-2021_1.pdf

11:00 - Triple negative breast cancer cell targeting of Pt-Mal-LHRH

First Author and Presenter

Emma Nienaber

Eastern Kentucky University

Co-author

Haven Jacob

Eastern Kentucky University

Co-author

Lindsay Cormier

Eastern Kentucky University

Co-author

Margaret Ndinguri

Eastern Kentucky University

KAS_Presentation(2).pptx

11:15 - Does the Flash Effect Depend on Oxygen Concentration?

First Author and Presenter

Yogesh Budhathoki

Uof Pennsylvania

upload_SUPERS_final_presentaiton.pptx

11:30 - SETD2 Mutations Decrease Methylation of eEF1A and Dysregulate Protein Synthesis in Kidney Cancer

First Author and Presenter

Sharon Lee

Berea College

Co-author

Robert Hapke

Vanderbilt University

Co-author

Rebecca Prather

Vanderbilt University

Co-author

Cathy Xiu

Vanderbilt University

Co-author

Scott Haake

Vanderbilt Universit

KAS_21_S.Lee_Presentation.pptx

Friday, November 5, 2021 9:01am - 12:00pm

Chemistry: Analytical / Physical

Zoom Room 3

Section meeting to follow presentations

Chair: Donghui Quan

Secretary: Emmalou Schmittzehe-Skarbek

KAS_ValeriaBellido_Berea_College.pptx

9:00 - 17O Natural Abundance Solid-State NMR Signal Enhancement

First Author and Presenter

Valeria Bellido

Berea College

9:15 - Extended Echo-Train and Other Pulse Sequences in Solid-State NMR Spectroscopy

First Author and Presenter

CHIPO KAMBARAMI

Berea College

S21_Research_poster-Extended_echo_train.pptx

9:30 - Chromatographic Studies on some Selective Estrogen Receptor Modulators [SERMs] used for Doping in Sports

First Author and Presenter

Ruth Speidel

Eastern Kentucky University

Co-author

Karim Abdelhay

Eastern Kentucky University

KAS_2021_Presentation_Rowe.pptx

9:45 - Engaging Undergraduate Students in Chemistry Through Field Work: Water and Soil Analysis

First Author and Presenter

Laura Rowe

Eastern Kentucky University

10:00 - Extraction and analysis of estrogens in fresh and digested cattle waste samples

First Author and Presenter

Pallavi Ragi

Western Kentucky University

Co-author

Faranak Mahmoudi

Western Kentucky University

Co-author

Eric Conte

Western Kentucky University

Co-author

John Loughrin

USDA

Co-author

Stacy Antle

USDA

KAS_2021.pptx

10:15 - Real-Time Monitoring of Paraquat Photodegradation Using Colloidal Gold Surface-Enhanced Raman Spectroscopy

First Author and Presenter

Nathan Wilson

Western Kentucky University

Co-author

Matthew Nee

Western Kentucky University

KAS_presentation_nathan_wilson.pptx

Friday, November 5, 2021 9:15am - 12:00pm

Zoology / Botany

NEW LINK

Section meeting to follow presentations

Chair: Jeremy Gibson

Secretary: Sherry Harrel

NEW LI NK

9:15 - Foraging Juvenile Wolf Spider Response to Predatory Bird Calls

First Author and Presenter

Krisleigh Watson

Kentucky Wesleyan College

Co-author

Jeremy Gibson

Kentucky Wesleyan College

KAS_Poster_Draft_V4_Submitted_PDF.pdf

WITHDRAWN - Inner Ear Morphology of the Pacific Mackerel, Scomber japonicus

First Author and Presenter

Elijah Hayes

Western Kentucky University

Co-author

Michael Smith

Western Kentucky University Department of Biology

9:30 - The Effect of Temperature Fluctuations on the Aerobic Scope of Kentucky Stream Fish and Their Offspring.

First Author and Presenter

Sam Bauer

Northern Kentucky University

Co-author

Mackenzie Danker

Northern Kentucky University

Co-author

Richard Durtsche

Northern Kentucky University

Bauer_et_al._Kentucky_Stream_Fish_Metabolism_KAS_2021.pptx

9:45 - Molecular Phylogenomics of American Bluets and Allies (Rubiaceae)

First Author and Presenter

Mia Kieninger

Murray State University

Co-author

Shrijana Tuladhar

Murray State University

Co-author

Morgan Huff

Murray State University

Co-author

Peter Schafran

Boyce Thompson Institute

Co-author

Suman Neupane

Murray State University

KAS_Presentation_MKieninger.pptx

Friday, November 5, 2021 12:15pm - 1:15am

Friday Plenary

Zoom Room 1

Welcome to the KAS Annual Meeting!
Go to Zoom Room 1

Our hosts at EKU will welcome us and transport us for a short visit to their campus.
Dr. Tom Otieno, Dean of the EKU School of STEM
Dr. David McFaddin, EKU President
Dr. Sara Zeigler, EKU Provost
Dr. Judy Jenkins, Director, EKU Center for STEM Excellence

Meet some of our 2021 Junior Academy winners

Don't miss this session! One lucky attendee will win a free copy of Dr. Chanda Prescod-Weinstein's book, Disordered Cosmos: A Journey into Dark Matter, Spacetime, and Dreams Deferred

Friday, November 5, 2021 1:30pm - 4:30pm

Friday Afternoon Presentations

Links are in your confirmation email

Ecology Zoom Room 2,Friday afternoon

Chemistry Organic / Inorganic Zoom Room 3 Friday afternoon

Cellular and Molecular Biology Room 4, Friday afternoon

Geology and Geography Zoom Room 5, Friday afternoon

Mathematics Zoom Room 6, Friday afternoon

Physiology & Biochemistry Zoom Room 7, Friday afternoon

Friday, November 5, 2021 1:31pm - 4:30pm

Cellular & Molecular Biology II

Zoom Room 4

Chair: Melissa Mefford

Secretary: Noel Novelo

KAS_2021_pres_DWM_fixed.pptx

1:30 - Circularizing Chromosome VII in Saccharomyces cerevisiae

First Author and Presenter

Duncan McGinnis

Morehead State University

Co-author

Melissa Mefford

Morehead State University

1:45 - Gain-of-Function Mutations in the Telomerase RNA of Saccharomyces cerevisiae

First Author and Presenter

Madison Frazier

Morehead State University

Co-author

Melissa Mefford

Morehead State University

KAS_Presentation_Maddie_Frazier_Mefford.pptx

2:00 - A Journey from X-ray Crystallography to 3-Dimensional Protein Structures

First Author and Presenter

Bailey Harrod

Kentucky State University

Co-author

Jyotica Batra

Kentucky State University

Bailey_Harrod_KAS_2021_Poster_Final_PDF.pdf

2:15 - Defining the role of tRNA-Phe anticodon loop modifications in Saccharomyces cerevisiae through stress testing

First Author and Presenter

Samuel Seibert

Northern Kentucky University

Co-author

Nick Korzenborn

Northern Kentucky University

Co-author

Alexis Eckart

Northern Kentucky University

Co-author

Evan Groneman

Northern Kentucky University

Co-author

Holly Funk

Northern Kentucky University

Co-author

Michael Guy

Northern Kentucky University

Seibert-Eckart-KAS_Poster_Submission_11-2-21.pptx

2:30 JUNIOR ACADEMY WINNER - Characterization of Insulin-degrading Enzyme: Using Molecular Visualization Systems to Understand Substrate Recognition

First Author and Presenter

Aditi Kona

North Oldham High School

2:45 - Characterization of Ligand-Independent p75NTR Signaling and Effects on Neurodegeneration in Parkinson's Disease

First Author and Presenter

Samantha Radomski

Eastern Kentucky University

Co-author

Sarah Sparks

Eastern Kentucky University

Co-author

Cassidy Spease

Eastern Kentucky University

Co-author

Brooke Jackson

Eastern Kentucky University

Co-author

Bradley Kraemer

Eastern Kentucky University

Radomski_Samantha_KAS_presentation_file_Submit.pptx

3:00 - Creating a Carbodiimide-Conjugated Alginate-Gelatin Hydrogel with Cell-Adhesion and Modular Viscoelastic Properties

First Author and Presenter

Matthew Woodward

Berea College

3:15 - Location Specific Phosphorylation: An Experiment in Nuclear Export

First Author and Presenter

Dalton McCown

Alice Lloyd College

Co-author

Chintan Kikani

University of Kentucky

KBRIN_POSTER_Final.pptx

3:30 - TNNT2-4F-NIL Improves Cardiac Histology and Function Four Months Post-MI

First Author and Presenter

Amie Woolard

Georgetown College

Woolard_Amie_KAS_presentation.pptx

3:45 - Using a yeast reporter assay to identify interactions between viral proteins.

First Author and Presenter

Gracie Cart

Kentucky Wesleyan College

Co-author

Olivia Clements

Kentucky Wesleyan College

Co-author

Cindy Wolfe

Kentucky Wesleyan College

4:00 - Validating Changes in Oligodendrocyte Translatome After Spinal Cord Injury

First Author and Presenter

Bo Stoll

Thomas More University

Co-author

Michael Forston

University of Louisville

Friday, November 5, 2021 1:31pm - 4:30pm

Chemistry: Organic / Inorganic

Zoom Room 3

Section meeting to follow presentations

Chair: Margaret Ndinguri

Secretary: Elizabeth Thomas

Poster_Anti-Cancer_Synthesis.pptx

1:30 - Development of Anti-Cancer Small Molecules to Inhibit the Base Excision Repair Pathway

First Author and Presenter

Robert Tackett

Morehead State University

Co-author

Ellen Ledford

Morehead State University

1:45 - Generation And Kinetic Studies of Chromium Oxo porphyrin Intermediates

First Author and Presenter

Iyanu Ojo

Western Kentucky University

Co-author

Rui Zhang

Western Kentucky University

Co-author

Fox Bratcher

Western Kentucky University

Co-author

Seth Klaine

Western Kentucky University

KAS_Poster-Ojo-R1(1).pptm

2:00 - Inhibition of DapE-Encoded N-Succinyl-L,L-Diaminopimelic Acid Desuccinylase(DapE) through Sulfonamide Derivatives

First Author and Presenter

Channing Baker

Georgetown College

Co-author

Innocent Demshemino

Georgetown College

Co-author

Daniel Becker

Loyola University Chicago

KAS_Presentation(1).pptx

2:15 - Kinetic and Catalytic Studies of High Valent Chromium(IV)Oxo Species with Tetrakis-2,3,4,5,6-pentaflourophenyl Porphyrin

First Author and Presenter

Mardan Khashimov

Western Kentucky University Department of Chemistry

Co-author

Tristan Skipworth

Western Kentucky University Department of Chemistry

Co-author

Fox Bratcher

Western Kentucky University Department of Chemistry

Co-author

Rui Zhang

Western Kentucky University Department of Chemistry

KAS_2021_Poster.pdf

2:30 - L-DOPA as a precursor to novel amino acids, annulenes, and oxacalixarenes

First Author and Presenter

Olivia Allen

Northern Kentucky University

Co-author

Kyle Russell

Northern Kentucky University

Co-author

KC Russell

Northern Kentucky University

OGA_2108-bullen_v3_edited.pptx

2:45 - Naphthalenemonoimide based fluorescent chemosensors for detection of copper(II) ion

First Author and Presenter

Blake Day

Berea College

Co-author

Evelyn Schroeder

Berea College

Co-author

Ke'Shay Sampson

Berea College

Co-author

Aimee Ninahaza

Berea College

3:00 - Preparation of phenylethynlcatachols for the synthesis of annulene-oxacalixarene hybrids

First Author and Presenter

Ajdin Tabakovic

Northern Kentucky University

Co-author

KC Russell

Northern Kentucky University

AT_2108-bullen_v5.pptx

3:15 - Synthesis and kinetic studies of high-valent chromium(IV)-oxo species utilizing Tetrakis-2,6-diflurorophenyl porphyrin

First Author and Presenter

Tristan Skipworth

Western Kentucky University Department of Chemistry

Co-author

Mardan Khashimov

Western Kentucky University Department of Chemistry

Co-author

Fox Bratcher

Western Kentucky University Department of Chemistry

Co-author

Rui Zhang

Western Kentucky University Department of Chemistry

KAS_2021_Poster_Skipworth_Final.pptx

3:30 - Synthesis of precursors for an asymmetric amide-substituted phenylethynyl-[m]4-oxacalixaerene

First Author and Presenter

Connor Stahl

Northern Kentucky University

Co-author

KC Russell

Northern Kentucky University

CS-KAS_v02.pptx

Friday, November 5, 2021 1:31pm - 4:30pm

Ecology

Zoom Room 2

Section meeting to follow presentations

Chair: Cy Mott

Secretary: John Starnes

Research_Presentation-Mole_smallmouth_and_newt_eDNA_Brammel(1).pptx

1:30 KAS GRANT RECIPIENT - Fungal Life-History Traits Vary Along a Resource Availability Gradient

First Author and Presenter

Kylea Garces

University of Louisville

Co-author

Sarah Emery

University of Louisville

Co-author

Natalie Christian

University of Louisville

Garces_KAS2021.pdf

1:45 - Development and validation of qPCR assays for use in eDNA detection of A. texanum, A. talpoideum, & N. viridescens

First Author and Presenter

Elizabeth Strasko

Asbury University

Co-author

Rebecca Piche

Asbury University

Co-author

Ben Brammell

Asbury University

2:00 - A comparison of detection methods for semiaquatic salamanders: eDNA and leaf litter bags.

First Author and Presenter

Rebecca Piche

Asbury University

Co-author

Ben Brammell

Asbury University

KAS_PPT_21.pptx

2:15 - Characterizing optimal intraspecific trait variation in a larval salamander (Ambystoma maculatum).

First Author and Presenter

Ian Kratzer

Eastern Kentucky University

Co-author

Cy Mott

Eastern Kentucky University

KAS_Poster_final.pptx

2:30 - Assessment of Biodiversity in Belize using Camera Trapping

First Author and Presenter

Richard Hamlin

University of Kentucky

Co-author

Jenna Burke

University of Kentucky

Co-author

Jacob Coffman

University of Kentucky

Co-author

Landon Howell

University of Kentucky

Co-author

Quincy Ipsaro

University of Kentucky

Co-author

Flor Mucino

University of Kentucky

Co-author

Emily Croteau

University of Kentucky

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2:45 - Consumptive and non-consumptive effects of wood frog (Lithobates sylvaticus) tadpoles on invertebrate communities

First Author and Presenter

Brady Parlato

Eastern Kentucky University

Co-author

Cy Mott

Eastern Kentucky University

KAS_2021_Presentation_Brady_Parlato(1).pptx

3:00 - Ecosystem services in Louisville urban green spaces

First Author and Presenter

Julia Kachanova

University of Louisville

Co-author

Sophie Steppe

University of Louisville

Co-author

Sarah Emery

University of Louisville

KAS_talk.pptx

3:15 - Effect of nutrients and water volume on oviposition choice by Culex female mosquitoes (Diptera: Culicidae)

First Author and Presenter

Amber Miller

Northern Kentucky University

Co-author

Allison Parker

Northern Kentucky University

KAS_Poster_Elliott_Final.pptx

3:30 - Influences of eutrophication on adult reproduction in Cope's Gray Treefrog (Hyla chrysoscelis)

First Author and Presenter

Sandra Elliott

Eastern Kentucky University

Co-author

Cy Mott

Eastern Kentucky University

3:45 - Invertebrate assemblage structure within floodplain depressional ponds of a restored headwater valley in Southern Appala

First Author and Presenter

Katie Cody

Eastern Kentucky University

Co-author

Amy Braccia

Eastern Kentucky University

Co-author

Jesse Robinson

University of Louisville Stream Institute

Co-author

Michael Croasdaile

University of Louisville Stream Institute

Co-author

Arthur Parola

University of Louisville Stream Institute

KatieCody_KASPoster.pptx

4:00 - Human Perceptions on Nature, Wildlife, and Conservation in Rural Appalachia.

First Author and Presenter

Lindsey Milleson

Eastern Kentucky University

Co-author

Stephen Sumithran

Eastern Kentucky University

KAS_2021_Human_Attitudes_and_Perceptions_of_the_Environment_in.pptx

Friday, November 5, 2021 1:31pm - 4:30pm

Geography & Geology

Zoom Room 5

Section meetings to follow presentations

Geography Chair: Christopher Day	Geology Chair: Ann Harris
Geography Secretary: Charlie Zhang	Geology Secretary: Sarah Arpin

Go to Zoom Room 5

1:30 - An Adaptive Incidence Response Framework For Urban Karst Groundwater Hazards

First Author and Presenter

James Troxell

Western Kentucky University

Co-author

Jason Polk

Western Kentucky University

Troxell_KAS_Presentation(1).pptx

1:45 - Examining Hydrogeological Dynamics of Baselevel and Reverse Flow of the Green River and Major Springs of Mammoth Cave

First Author and Presenter

Matthew Cecil

Western Kentucky University

Co-author

Dr. Jason Polk

WKU

Cecil_KAS_PPT.pptx

2:00 - Mitigating Flood Impacts in Kenya Using Soil Moil Moisture and Streamflow

First Author and Presenter

Kayla Krohman

Western Kentucky University

KAS_Poster.pdf

2:15 - Spatial and seasonal characteristics of recent storm activity across Kentucky

First Author and Presenter

Christopher Day

University of Louisville

Presentation_KAS_2021.pptx

2:30 - Synoptic Research Analysis of the March 2-3, 2020 TN Tornado Outbreak

First Author and Presenter

Hunter Mathis

Western Kentucky University

Friday, November 5, 2021 1:31pm - 4:30pm

Mathematics

Zoom Room 6

Section meeting to follow presentations

Chair: Justin Trulen

Secretary: Axel Brandt

Go to Zoom Room 6

1:30 - Problem-Based Learning in the Middle School Mathematics Classroom - Sword Art Escape Room

First Author and Presenter

Rece Johnson

Western Kentucky University Skyteach

Co-author

Cassidy Day

Western Kentucky University Skyteach

The_Legacy_Cycle_of_Problem-Based_Learning_in_Middle_Grades_Ma.pptx

1:45 - Competitive 20 Questions

First Author and Presenter

Lily Donahue

Western Kentucky University

Co-author

Attila Por

Western Kentucky University

Donahue_L.CompetitiveTwentyQuestions.pptx

2:00 - Modeling COVID-19 at Morehead State University

First Author and Presenter

Joshua Qualls

Morehead State University

Co-author

Kyle Lyons

Morehead State University

2:15 - Exploring the matings of Misiurewicz polynomials with finite subdivision rules

First Author and Presenter

Jeremiah Zonio

Bellarmine University

Polynomial_mating_with_finite_subdivision_rules.pptx

2:30 - Wolfram Demonstration Projects to Simulate the Control of Vibrations on a String

First Author and Presenter

Logan Stewart

Western Kentucky University

Co-author

Matthew Poynter

Western Kentucky University

Co-author

Ozkan Ozer

Western Kentucky University

ozer_presentation.pdf

2:45 - Robust Filtering of the Approximations for the Observability of Vibrations on a Three-Layer Beam

First Author and Presenter

Ahmet Kaan Aydin

Western Kentucky University

Co-author

Ahmet Ozkan Ozer

Western Kentucky University

KAS_Ahmet(1).pdf

Friday, November 5, 2021 1:31pm - 4:30pm

Physiology & Biochemistry

Zoom Room 7

Section meeting to follow presentations

Chair: Amanda Hughes

Secretary: Michael Guy

Go to Zoom Room 7

1:30 - Comparative neuroanatomy of various tactile foraging ducks

First Author and Presenter

Jacob Lewis

University of Kentucky

Final_Poster_Presentation_Jacob_Lewis.pdf

1:45 - The Effect of TEA, 4-AP and in Combination on Primary Sensory Neurons in a Crustacean Model

First Author and Presenter

Hannah Tanner

Eastern Kentucky University

Co-author

Robin Cooper

University of Kentucky

Kentucky_Acadamy_of_Science_11-5-21.pptx

2:00 - Corticotropin-Releasing-Hormone in Red-Sided Garter Snakes During Mating Season and Migration

First Author and Presenter

Kaylee-Dee Long

Georgetown College

Co-author

Deborah Lutterschmidt

University of California, Irvine

KAS(1).pdf

2:15 - In vitro reconstitution of the shikimate pathway

First Author and Presenter

Anna Askren

Northern Kentucky University

Co-author

Simon Gores

Northern Kentucky University

Co-author

Catherine Shelton

Northern Kentucky University

Poster_ppt(2).pptx

2:30 - Analysis of Proline 137 within Subunit a of E.coli ATP Synthase

First Author and Presenter

Yessica Lopez Valdez

Berea College

KAS_Presentation_YessicaLopezValdez_Berea_College.pptx

2:45 - Maintaining Functionality and Structure of Heart Slices in Culture

First Author and Presenter

Cindy Lin

Georgetown College

Maintaining_Functionality_and_Structure_of_Heart_Slices_in(1).pptx

3:00 - Investigating the Phagocytic Role of Jedi-1 in the Meninges

First Author and Presenter

Tenzin Wangmo

Berea College

Co-author

Sungjong Oh

Vanderbilt School of Medicine

Co-author

Bruce D. Carter

Vanderbilt School of Medicine

Tenzin_KAS.pptx

3:15 - Modularity of Swallow Networks via Optical Recordings in Medulla of Germline- GCaMP6F Neonate Mouse

First Author and Presenter

Noah Saltsman

Spalding University

2021_Noah_Saltsman_poster(1).pdf

3:30 - One-pot reaction of PycA and PckA for the production of deuterated phosphoenolpyruvate

First Author and Presenter

Liat Ungar

Northern Kentucky University

Co-author

Catherine Shelton

Northern Kentucky University

One-pot_reaction_of_pyruvate_carboxylase_and_phosphoenolpyruva.pptx

3:45 - Solution dynamics of human guanylate kinase, hGMPK

First Author and Presenter

Mark Vincent dela Cerna

University of Louisville

Co-author

Mike Sabo

University of Louisville

2021_r!louisville_poster.pdf

4:00 - Strategies for identifying important residues in the tRNA modification protein Trm732

First Author and Presenter

Morgan Fraley

Northern Kentucky University

Co-author

Alexandra Mullins

Northern Kentucky University

Co-author

Holly Funk

Northern Kentucky University

Co-author

Michael Guy

Northern Kentucky University

Poster_Final_2021.pptx

4:15 - Understanding the role of periplasmic loop residues of E. coli ATP synthase

First Author and Presenter

Marlene A. Michel

Berea College

Co-author

Lauren R. Braswell

Berea College

Co-author

Kingsley O. Basoah

Berea College

Co-author

Rashmi Shrestha

Berea College

KAS_Poster_Fa2021_1.pdf

Friday, November 5, 2021 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Friday Keynote: Dr. Burton Webb

Zoom Room 1

Watch this Keynote on our YouTube

COVID, Vaccinations, and the End of the Pandemic
Dr. Burton Webb

Dr. Burton Webb is the President of the University of Pikeville. He was born and reared on a small farm in central Michigan. The child of teachers, Burton knew from an early age that education would play a significant role in his life. After graduating from New Lothrup Christian High School he attended Olivet Nazarene University where he studied Zoology and Chemistry. Dr. Webb holds a Master‘s Degree in Biology from Ball State University and a PhD in Microbiology and Immunology from the Indiana University, School of Medicine. For many years Dr. Webb invested his life in teaching both undergraduate students at Indiana Wesleyan University and Medical Students at IU. In 2010, Dr. Webb accepted the position of Vice President for Academic affairs and Dean of the Faculty at Northwest Nazarene University in Nampa, ID. Dr. Webb is married to Kay Webb, who holds a PhD in Counselling Psychology. They have two adult children, but no grandchildren.
Find his vaccine explainer on YouTube

Saturday, November 6, 2021 8:30am - 12:00pm

Saturday Morning Presentations

Links are in your confirmation email

Exact start times vary for Saturday morning sessions.
These presentations include both slide show and poster format presentations. Speakers have 10-12 minutes with 3-5 minutes for questions.

If you need help go to ZOOM ROOM 1 for assistance

Physics & Astronomy Zoom Room 2 Saturday morning

Engineering Zoom Room 6 Saturday morning

Microbiology Zoom Room 4 Saturday morning

Computer Science Zoom Room 5 Saturday morning

Social Sciences I & II Zoom Room 3 Saturday morning & afternoon

Plenary Lecture, Chanda Prescod-Weinstein 12 noon ; KAS YouTube
KAS Business meeting ZOOM ROOM 1 Saturday 1pm

Saturday, November 6, 2021 8:31am - 12:00pm

Physics & Astronomy

Zoom Room 2

Section meeting Saturday afternoon

Chair: Marilyn Akins

Secretary: James Adkins

KAS2021_Presentation_ver12.pdf

8:30 - AGN feedback in Planck selected clusters

First Author and Presenter

Valeria Olivares

University of Kentucky

Co-author

Yuanyuan Su

University of Kentucky

KAS_talk_2021.pdf

8:45 - Construction of a NaI(Tl) Detector Array for use in the Parity and Time Reversal Violation Measurement for NOPTREX.

First Author and Presenter

Jon Mills

Eastern Kentucky University

KAS_Poster_48x36.pdf

9:00 - Development of a Scent Categorization Algorithm Using Machine Learning to Analyze Gas Chromatography (GC) Signals

First Author and Presenter

Alexandra Driehaus

Western Kentucky University

Co-author

Vladimir Dobrokhotov

Western Kentucky University

Co-author

Ivan Novikov

Western Kentucky University

Co-author

Matthew Pimienta

Gatton Academy of Science and Mathematics

9:15 - Documenting and Cataloging HISA Features

First Author and Presenter

Isaiah Beauchamp

Western Kentucky University

Co-author

Steven Gibson

Western Kentucky University

Examining_and_Cataloging_HISA_Features_Presentation.pptx

9:30 - Elemental Abundances Of Planetary Nebulae

First Author and Presenter

Sebastian Miracle

Western Kentucky University

Co-author

Ting-Hui Lee

Western Kentucky University

Co-author

Richard Shaw

Space Telescope Science Institute

Co-author

Letiza Stanghellini

NSF's National Optical-Infrared Astronomy Research Laborator

KAS_v2.pptx

9:45 - KAS GRANT RECIPIENT - Experimental Observation of Stochastic Resonance in a Magnetically Driven Mechanical Duffing Oscillator

First Author and Presenter

Lars Hebenstiel

Western Kentucky University

Co-author

Ivan Novikov

Western Kentucky University

Co-author

Doug Harper

Western Kentucky University

KAS_2021_Hebenstiel(1).pdf

10:00 - Future of Heat Waves in Seattle, Washington Based on the Weather Research Forecast Model

First Author and Presenter

Adrienne Beggs

Berea College

Co-author

Eric Salathe

University of Washington Bothell

Co-author

Chris McJunkin

University of Washington Bothell

Co-author

Satveer Sanhu

University of Washington Bothell

REU_poster_AB.pptx

10:15 - Observing Bifurcations Experimentally in a Driven Damped Pendulum

First Author and Presenter

Philip Waymeyer

Western Kentucky University

Co-author

Doug Harper

Western Kentucky University

Co-author

Ivan Novikov

Western Kentucky University

Observing_Bifurcations_Experimentally_in_a_Driven_Damped_Pendu.pptx

10:30 - Studying Structural Dynamics of Human KCNE3 in Lipid Bilayers using EPR Spectroscopy

First Author and Presenter

Indra Sahu

Campbellsville University

Co-author

Patrick Williams

Campbellsville University

Co-author

Conner Campbell

Campbellsville University

Co-author

Matthew Scheyer

Campbellsville University

Co-author

Aliyah Wilson-Taylor

Campbellsville University

Co-author

Isaac Asare

Campbellsville University

Co-author

Payton Dabney

Campbellsville University

Co-author

Nima Patel

Campbellsville University

Co-author

Gary Lorigan

Miami University

KAS_Meeting_Sahu_11032021.pdf

10:45 - Testing the Limits of the RSpec Explorer Spectroscope

First Author and Presenter

Jacob Wagoner

Morehead State University

KAS_2021_Presentation_JWagoner.pptx

11:00 - The Reduction of the Intensity of Gamma Rays as they traverse through Humimic's Medical Gel #5

First Author and Presenter

Anna Grace Ehr

Morehead State University

Co-author

Ignacio Birriel

Morehead State University

Ehr_and_Birriel_Physics_KAS_2021_1.pptx

11:15 - Thermoelectric Modeling Based on Temperatures and Automotive Viability

First Author and Presenter

Joshua Qualls

Morehead State University

Co-author

Noah Samples

Morehead State University

11:30 - Very-Large Scale Photon Simulation Studies using PhoSim for the Rubin Observatory's Dark Energy Science Collaboration

First Author and Presenter

Ethan Colbert

Bellarmine University

Co-author

Jordan Dowdy

Bellarmine University

Co-author

Stephen Lorenz

Bellarmine University

Co-author

Akhtar Mahmood

Bellarmine University

phosim_study_KAS-2021.ppt

11:45 - XMM-Newton Observations of the X-ray Synchrotron-Dominated Galactic Supernova Remnants G32.4+0.1 and G330.2+1.0

First Author and Presenter

Thomas Pannuti

Morehead State University

Co-author

Tithi Patel

Morehead State University

Saturday, November 6, 2021 9:01am - 12:00pm

Computer & Information Sciences

Zoom Room 5

Section meeting to follow presentations

Chair: Jerzy Jaromczyk

Secretary: Muzaffar Ali

Go to Zoom Room 5

9:00 - Object-Brightness Analyzer for Rubin Observatory (OBARO)

First Author and Presenter

Jordan Dowdy

Bellarmine University

Co-author

Ethan Colbert

Bellarmine University

Co-author

Akhtar Mahmood

Bellarmine University

KAS-Jordan-2021.pptx(1).ppt

9:15 - Predicting Mycobacteriophage Gene Start Sites Using Artificial Intelligence

First Author and Presenter

Bella Norman

Western Kentucky University

Co-author

Sarisha Lohano

Western Kentucky University

KAS_Conference_Norman_Lohano.pptx

9:30 - Using Machine Learning for Predicting Customer Engagement on Social Media

First Author and Presenter

Collin Crowthers

Eastern Kentucky University

Co-author

John Booker

Eastern Kentucky University

Co-author

Dae Wook Kim

Eastern Kentucky University

battelleKASp.pptx

Saturday, November 6, 2021 9:01am - 12:00pm

Engineering

Zoom Room 6

Section meeting to follow presentations

Chair: Aaron Daley

Go to Zoom Room 6

9:00 - Development of a Solar Panel Emulator

First Author and Presenter

Tiffany Falch

Northern Kentucky University

Co-author

Alejandro Villasenor Lara

Northern Kentucky University

KAS_PRESENTATION_PPT_3_1.pptx

9:15 - Development of Wind Turbine Emulator for Research and Educational purposes

First Author and Presenter

Omkar Bhat

Northern Kentucky University

Co-author

kamgang romaric kengne

northern kentucky university

KAS_PowerPoint_Presentation.ppt

9:30 - Hydrogen based Fuel Cells: Future of energy storage

First Author and Presenter

Bryson Richardson

Northern Kentucky University

Co-author

chandler james

northern kentucky university

Co-author

zeel maheshwar

northern kentucky university

9:45 - JUNIOR ACADEMY WINNER - Methods to Improve the Efficiency of Solar Panels

First Author and Presenter

Shreyas Ghare

duPont Manual High School

ShreyasGhare_KASPresentationPDF.pdf

10:00 - Outdoor Solar Lighting System

First Author and Presenter

Brady Hogan

Northern Kentucky University

Co-author

Jose Lopez

Northern Kentucky University

Solar_Project_Presentation.pdf

10:15 - Outdoor Solar Lighting System

First Author and Presenter

Jose Fonseca

Northern Kentucky University

Co-author

Brady Hogan

Northern Kentucky University

Co-author

Jacob Vallandingham

Northern Kentucky University

10:30 - SHRUGS: SmallSat High-Rate USRP Ground Station

First Author and Presenter

Emily Newsome

Morehead State University

Co-author

Sean McNeil

Morehead State University

Co-author

Nathan Fite

Morehead State University

KAS_NewsomeE.pptx

10:45 - wind turbine emulator

First Author and Presenter

Kamgang romaric Kengne

Northern Kentucky University

Co-author

Omkar Bhat

Northern Kentucky University

Saturday, November 6, 2021 9:01am - 12:00pm

Microbiology

Zoom Room 4

Section meeting to follow presentations

Chair: Bill Staddon

Acinetobacter_baumannii_coregulators_UmuDAb_and_DdrR_regulate_g.pdf

9:00 - Acinetobacter baumannii coregulators UmuDAb and DdrR regulate genes related to cell division and those repressed by DNA

First Author and Presenter

Mollee Flannigan

Morehead State University

Co-author

Belinda Candra

Morehead State University

Co-author

Xiaohong Li

University of Louisville

Co-author

Eric Rouchka

University of Louisville

Co-author

Janelle Hare

Morehead State University

9:15 - Analysis of Purified Extracts from Antibiotic-Producing Bacterial Isolates

First Author and Presenter

Austin Minton

Kentucky Wesleyan College

Co-author

Rachel Pritchard

Kentucky Wesleyan College

Analysis_of_Purified_Extracts_from_Antibiotic-Producing_Bacter.pptx

9:30 - Assessing the coregulatory mechanism of the DdrR protein on UmuDAb control of SOS mutagenesis in Acinetobacter baumannii

First Author and Presenter

Kaylee Compton

University of Kentucky

Co-author

Belinda Candra

Morehead State University

Co-author

Mollee Flannigan

Morehead State University

Co-author

Deborah Cook

Morehead State University

Co-author

Janelle Hare

Morehead State University

Final_KAS_Presentation.pptx

9:45 - First individually circularized chromosome in the yeast Saccharomyces cerevisae

First Author and Presenter

Blake Hoover

Morehead State University

Co-author

Melissa Mefford

Morehead State University

First_individually_circularized_chromosome_in_the_yeast_Saccha.pptx

10:00 - Functional characterization of Mycobacterium smegmatis phage MooMoo gene products: identification of toxic genes

First Author and Presenter

Whitney Heard

Western Kentucky University

Co-author

Rodney King

Western Kentucky University

2021_KAS_Presentation.pptx

10:15 - In vitro antibiotic activity against Acinetobacter revealed by a human serum-based growth medium

First Author and Presenter

Kegan Settle

Georgetown College

Co-author

Caleb Fischer

Georgetown College Assistant Professor of Biology

Research_Figures.pptx

10:30 - The Isolation and Characterization of Bacteriophage Hasitha

First Author and Presenter

Gillian Brown

Western Kentucky University

Co-author

Rodney King

Western Kentucky University

Hasitha_KAS_Presentation.mp4

10:45 - Using a yeast reporter assay to identify interactions between viral proteins

First Author and Presenter

Olivia Clements

Kentucky Wesleyan College

Saturday, November 6, 2021 9:01am - 12:00pm

Science Education

Zoom Room 7

Section meeting to follow presentations

Chair: Melody Danley

Secretary: Kathryn Broadbent

Go to Zoom Room 7

9:00 - A Novel Colorimetric Assay of Apurinic/Apyrimidinic(Abasic) Sites of Deoxyribonucleic acid(DNA) Using Bicinchoninic Acid

First Author and Presenter

Isaiah Stephens

Morehead State University

Co-author

Elizabeth Thomas

Morehead State Univeristy

KAS_presentation_Abasic_sites_and_BCA_IOS(1).pptx

9:15 - College students' ability to read analog clocks: Performance under temporal constraints.

First Author and Presenter

Andrew Roberts

Morehead State University

Co-author

Bryce Charles

Morehead State University

Co-author

Wilson Gonzalez-Espada

Morehead State University

KAS_2021_template_Andrew_and_Bryce.pdf

9:30 - Efficacy of a Summer Bridge Program to Accelerate Mathematics Preparation and Retention of STEM Majors

First Author and Presenter

Bethany Bowling

Northern Kentucky University

Co-author

Brooke Buckley

Northern Kentucky University

Co-author

Axel Brandt

Northern Kentucky University

Co-author

Seth Adjei

Northern Kentucky University

Co-author

Joshua Cooper

Northern Kentucky University

Co-author

Patrick Hare

Northern Kentucky University

2021.11.03-KAS.pptx

9:45 - Factors that influence college students' decision to use herbal supplements.

First Author and Presenter

Jillian Wallshield

Craft Academy for Excellence in Science and Mathematics

Co-author

Wilson Gonzalez-Espada

Morehead State University

KAS_2021_Herbal_Supplements_Jillian_Final.pdf

10:00 - High School Physics with a Smartphone

First Author and Presenter

Breanna Epperson

Morehead State University

Co-author

Jennifer Birriel

Morehead State University

KAS_Capstone_Presentation.pptx

10:15 - Incorporating Research Projects in a Summer Bridge Program to Accelerate Mathematics Preparation and Retention

First Author and Presenter

Axel Brandt

Northern Kentucky University

Co-author

Seth Adjei

Northern Kentucky University

Co-author

Joshua Cooper

Northern Kentucky University

Co-author

Patrick Hare

Northern Kentucky University

Co-author

Bethany Bowling

Northern Kentucky University

Co-author

Brooke Buckley

Northern Kentucky University

2021.11.06-KAS_ResearchProjects.pptx

10:30 - Persistence in STEM fields at the U.S. Air Force Academy, 2019-2021: A mixed-methods study

First Author and Presenter

Wilson Gonzalez-Espada

Morehead State University

Co-author

Jorge Valentine-Rodriguez

Puerto Rico Science, Technology & Research Trust

Co-author

Daniel O'Keefe

United States Air Force Academy

Co-author

David Meier

United States Air Force Academy

Co-author

Lachlan Belcher

Aeronautics Institute of Technology

KAS_2021_USAFA.pdf

10:45 - Recent Changes to the Junior-Level Electrical Engineering Design Course at Western Kentucky University

First Author and Presenter

Walter Collett

Western Kentucky University

Co-author

Stacy Wilson

Western Kentucky University

Co-author

Farhad Ashrafzadeh

Western Kentucky University

KAS2021_Presentation_Collett_Wilson_Ashrafzadeh.pdf

11:00 - Science and Religion in Symbiosis: An Interdisciplinary Learning Experience for Biology Majors

First Author and Presenter

Darla French

University of Pikeville

Co-author

James Browning

University of Pikeville

French_Browning_KAS-Fall2021.pptx

Saturday, November 6, 2021 9:01am - 12:00pm

Social Sciences I: Psychology, Anthropology, Sociology

Zoom Room 3

Anthropology & Sociology Chair: Ann Kingsolver	Psychology Secretary: Matthew Shake
Psychology Chair: Richard Osbaldiston

KASHuman-Dog_interactions(2).pptx

9:00 - Human-Dog interactions: Effects on openness and happiness

First Author and Presenter

Christian Phillips

Eastern Kentucky University

Co-author

Benjamin Meadows

Eastern Kentucky University

Co-author

Katelyn McClure

Eastern Kentucky University

Co-author

Hung-Tao Chen

Eastern Kentucky University

9:15 - Common items requested at syringe exchange programs

First Author and Presenter

Jason Ray

Eastern Kentucky University

11-02_Requested_Items_from_Syringe_Exchange_Programs-KAS_prese.pptx

9:30 - Enhancing Cognitive Function Through Virtual Reality Training

First Author and Presenter

Gracie Gelnett

Georgetown College

Co-author

Amanda Glueck

University of Kentucky

Co-author

Dong Han

Univeristy of Kentucky

Poster_Gelnett_v4.pptx

9:45 - Social Buffering Within Sibling Relationships

First Author and Presenter

Darya Likhacheva

Berea College

Co-author

Deborah Seok

University of Denver

Co-author

Jenalee Doom

University of Denver

KAS_Poster_Darya_Likhacheva.pdf

10:00 - Associations of parental behavior with children's attachment strategy *Griffin Newell, Abby Yates, Dr. Shari L. Kidwell

First Author and Presenter

Griffin Newell

Morehead State University

Co-author

Abigail Yates

Morehead State University

Co-author

Shari Kidwell

Morehead State University

KAS_Poster_Fall_2021_1.pdf

10:15 - A Meta-analysis on the Effectiveness of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy on Anxiety Symptoms in the Hispanic Population

First Author and Presenter

Yadira Diaz romero

Eastern Kentucky University

Co-author

Mia Mattingly

Eastern Kentucky University

DBT_and_Suicide_Presentation_Jarrod_Hunter.pptx

10:30 - Dialectical Behavioral Therapy Being Used Specifically for the treatment of Suicidality

First Author and Presenter

Jarrod Mask

Eastern Kentucky University

10:45 - Effects and Implications of Contact Hypothesis in the Online Classroom

First Author and Presenter

Benjamin Meadows

Eastern Kentucky University

Co-author

Katelyn McClure

Eastern Kentucky University

Co-author

Christian Phillips

Eastern Kentucky University

Co-author

Hung-Tao Chen

Eastern Kentucky University

Benjamin_Meadows_KAS_Presentation_Final(1).pptx

11:00 - Effects of Animal-Assisted Interventions on Quality of Life for Returning Veterans: A Meta-Analysis

First Author and Presenter

Daniela Taylor

Eastern Kentucky University

Co-author

William Culver II

Eastern Kentucky University

KAS_Presentation_2.0.pptx

11:15 - Parents' sensitivity and children's internalizing and externalizing symptoms

First Author and Presenter

Lauren Oldiges

Morehead State University

Co-author

Savannah Gillis

Morehead State University

Co-author

Chelsea Brooks

Morehead State University

Co-author

Shari Kidwell

Morehead State University

F2021Pres_FINAL_KAS.pptx

11:30 - Relationship between parental depression and their reflective functioning and emotion coaching strategies.

First Author and Presenter

Lauren Wright

Morehead State University, Psychology Department

Co-author

Kathryn Gallenstein

Morehead State University, Psychology Department

Co-author

Madison Whitenack

Morehead State University, Psychology Department

Co-author

Shari Kidwell

Morehead State University, Psychology Department

Relationship_between_parental_depression_and_their_reflecti(1).pptx

Saturday, November 6, 2021 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Saturday Keynote: Chanda Prescod-Weinstein

Dr. Chanda Prescod-Weinstein
The Disordered Cosmos: A Journey into Dark Matter, Spacetime, and Dreams Deferred

Dr. Chanda Prescod-Weinstein is an assistant professor of physics and astronomy and core faculty in women’s and gender studies at the University of New Hampshire. She is also a columnist for New Scientist and Physics World. Her research in theoretical physics focuses on cosmology, neutron stars, and dark matter. She also does research in Black feminist science, technology, and society studies. Nature recognized her as one of 10 people who shaped science in 2020, and Essence magazine has recognized her as one of 15 Black Women Who Are Paving the Way in STEM and Breaking Barriers. A cofounder of Particles for Justice, she received the 2017 LGBT+ Physicists Acknowledgement of Excellence Award for her contributions to improving conditions for marginalized people in physics and the 2021 American Physical Society Edward A. Bouchet Award for her contributions to particle cosmology. Originally from East L.A., she divides her time between the New Hampshire Seacoast and Cambridge, Massachusetts. Her first book, The Disordered Cosmos: A Journey into Dark Matter, Spacetime, and Dreams Deferred, was published on March 9, 2021 from Bold Type Books.

Saturday, November 6, 2021 1:15pm - 2:00pm

KAS Annual Business meeting

Zoom Room 1

This meeting is delayed and will now start at 1:15 after the conclusion of the keynote

Go to Zoom Room 1

All KAS members are welcome to the Business meeting.

We'll introduce your newly elected KAS Board members.
We'll introduce Rob Weber, our new Communications & Policy Director.
We'll also share updates about what's new and what's next for the Kentucky Academy of Science.

Don't miss this session! One lucky attendee will win a free copy of Dr. Chanda Prescod-Weinstein's book, Disordered Cosmos: A Journey into Dark Matter, Spacetime, and Dreams Deferred

Saturday, November 6, 2021 1:30pm - 5:30pm

Health Sciences

Zoom Room 4

*Note early start time- this is a long session

Chair: Avinash Tope

Secretary: Bradley Kraemer

Vf.SG.A_Machine_Learning-Based_CAD_System_for_Early_Detection_.pptx

1:30 - A machine learning-based Computer Aided Diagnostic(CAD) System for early detection and classification of renal tumors

First Author and Presenter

Mallorie Gayhart

Berea College

Co-author

Mohamed Shehata

University of Louisville, Department of Bioengineering

Co-author

Andrew Switala

University of Louisville, Department of Bioengineering

Co-author

Ahmed Alksas

University of Louisville, Department of Bioengineering

Co-author

Ayman El-Baz

University of Louisville, Department of Bioengineering

1:45 - Changes in Hepatic tissue mRNA expression as a result of prenatal cigarette smoke exposure and postnatal high fat diet

First Author and Presenter

Isaiah Burciaga

University of Louisville

Co-author

Kendall Stocke

Unviersity of Louisville

Co-author

Cynthia Corbitt

University of Louisville

Co-author

Rachel Neal

University of Louisville

KAS_Poster_IBurciaga_Final.pptx

2:00 - Determination of Antibiotic Resistance in Probiotics Isolated from Commercially Available Probiotic Supplements

First Author and Presenter

Jocelyn Marables

Kentucky State University

Co-author

Avinash Tope

Kentucky State University

Co-author

Shreya Patel

Kentucky State University

KAS_Nov2021_Probiotics_JM_Final_1(1).pptx

2:15 - Development of a New Analytical Method for Analyzing Carbonyls in Exhaled Breath

First Author and Presenter

Sarah Stasel

KY INBRE

Co-author

Xiao-An Fu

University of Louisville

Co-author

Zhenzhen Xie

University of Louisville

Co-author

JD Morris

University of Louisville

Project_Poster.ppt

2:30 - Development of Novel Biologic Inhibitors to Target the Phosphatase PRL-3 in Cancers.

First Author and Presenter

Ruby Mason

University of Louisville

Co-author

Jessica Blackburn

University of Kentucky

Co-author

Shilpa Sampathi

University of Kentucky

RNMKBRINpres_Final.pptx

2:45 - DRESS: A Critical Review of the Literature

First Author and Presenter

Michael McLeod

Kentucky State University

3:00 - Effects of Glucocorticoids upon Pro-Inflammatory Responses to Acute Sleep Fragmentation

First Author and Presenter

Hunter Weaver

Western Kentucky University

Co-author

Kimberly Turner

Western Kentucky University

Co-author

Noah Ashley

Western Kentucky University

KAS_Research_Presentation.pptx

3:15 - Evaluation of machine-learning models for predicting severe outcomes in COVID-19 patients

First Author and Presenter

Elise Major

KY IDeA Networks of Biomedical Research Excellence

Co-author

Hunter Miller

University of Louisville

Co-author

Dipan Karmali

University of Louisville

Co-author

Marianna Weaver

University of Louisville

Co-author

Viral Desai

University of Louisville

Co-author

Sally Suliman

University of Louisville

Co-author

Hermann Frieboes

University of Louisville

Elise_COVID_ML_poster_July_2021_DRAFT_2_copy_2.pptx

3:30 - Evaluation of Sex-Dependent Effects Caused By Polychlorinated Biphenyl Exposures on Cancer Endpoints

First Author and Presenter

Zayna Qaissi

University of Louisville

Co-author

Josiah Hardesty

University of Louisville School of Medicine

Co-author

Shesh Rai

University of Louisville School of Medicine

Co-author

Matthew Cave

University of Louisville School of Medicine

Co-author

Banrida Wahlang

University of Louisville School of Medicine

PDF_Poster_ZQ_BW.pdf

3:45 - How Obesity Alters Metabolism and Impairs Immune Function, Contributing to Initiation of Early-Onset Colorectal Cancer

First Author and Presenter

Sarisha Lohano

Wood Hudson Cancer Research Laboratory

4:00 - Identification and Manipulation of Two Novel Candidate Genes for Anterior Segment Development in Zebrafish

First Author and Presenter

Ana Mort

Bellarmine University

kbrin_ana.pptx

4:15 - Intestinal spasmolytic and tracheal relaxant effect of rooibos extract on isolated smooth muscle preparations

First Author and Presenter

Muhammad Nabeel Ghayur

University of Pikeville

Co-author

Anwarul Hassan Gilani

University of Haripur

Rooibos_poster.pdf

4:30 - Mathematical Modeling of Anti-Angiogenic Drugs in the Treatment of Ovarian Cancer

First Author and Presenter

Miana Wallace

Kentucky State University

Co-author

Dharma Khatiwada

Kentucky State University

Wallace_Khatiwada_Presentation_2021.pptx

4:45 - Short-term Hunger State on Muscle Fatigue: Sex Differences

First Author and Presenter

Ethan Hackney

Morehead State University

Ethan_Hackney.Morehead_State_Univ.pdf

5:00 - Trigonella foenum-graecum extract on isolated smooth muscles and acetylcholinesterase enzyme

First Author and Presenter

Muhammad Nabeel Ghayur

University of Pikeville

Co-author

Asaad Khalid

Jazan University

Co-author

Saeed Ahmad

Aga Khan University

Co-author

Muhammad Iqbal Choudhary

University of Karachi

Co-author

Anwarul Hassan Gilani

University of Haripur

Fenugreek_poster.pdf

Saturday, November 6, 2021 2:00pm - 5:00pm

Saturday Afternoon Presentations

Links are in your confirmation email

These presentations include both slide show and poster format presentations. Speakers have 10-12 minutes with 3-5 minutes for questions.

If you need help please go to ZOOM ROOM 1 for assistance

Science Education Zoom Room 7 Saturday morning

Health Sciences Zoom Room 4 Saturday afternoon

Environmental Sciences Zoom Room 2 Saturday afternoon

Saturday, November 6, 2021 2:01pm - 2:30pm

Physics & Astronomy Section Meeting

Zoom Room 6

Chair: Marilyn Akins

Secretary: James Adkins

Go to Zoom Room 6

Saturday, November 6, 2021 2:01pm - 5:00pm

Environmental Sciences

Zoom Room 2

Section meeting to follow presentations

Chair: Marvin Ruffner

Secretary: Jennifer Adler

DavisKASPresentation_Final.pptx

2:00 - EPIKARST RECHARGE DYNAMICS UNDER AGRICULTURAL LANDUSE USING HYDROMETEOROLOGICAL AND ISOTOPIC TRACERS

First Author and Presenter

Austin Deering

Western Kentucky University

Co-author

Jason Polk

Western Kentucky University

Co-author

Adam Shelley

Western Kentucky University

KAS_2021_Deering.pptx

2:15 - Karst Hydrogeologic Investigation of Cave Inputs Related to the Lost River Cave Gasoline Leak

First Author and Presenter

Britton Davis

Western Kentucky University

Co-author

Jason Polk

Western Kentucky University

Co-author

Adam Shelley

Western Kentucky University

Co-author

Matt Powell

City of Bowling Green Public Works Department

Co-author

James Troxell

Western Kentucky University

Co-author

Nenad Maríc

Western Kentucky University

2:30 - Morphological Plasticity of Green Frogs (Lithobates clamitans) and Wood Frogs (Lithobates sylvaticus) as Indicators of..

First Author and Presenter

Idris Irihamye

Centre College, Eastern Kentucky University

Co-author

Cy Mott

Eastern Kentucky University

Idris_Irihamye_KAS_Presentation.pdf

2:45 - Natural attenuation processes for petroleum releases in karst aquifers (Bowling Green, Kentucky)

First Author and Presenter

Nenad Maric

Western Kentucky University, CHNGES; University of Belgrade

Co-author

Jason Polk

Western Kentucky University, CHNGES

Co-author

James Shelley

Western Kentucky University, CHNGES

Co-author

James Troxell

Western Kentucky University, CHNGES

Co-author

Zoran Nikic

University of Belgrade, Department of Ecological Engineering

KAS_presentation_NM(2).pptx

3:00 - Rehabilitating a Lonicera maackii dominated forest understory

First Author and Presenter

Alex Whitaker

Asbury University

Co-author

Marvin Ruffner

Asbury University

3:15 - Storm Event Analysis of Karst Groundwater Quality Variability in the Hidden River Cave System, Hart County, Kentucky

First Author and Presenter

Amy Hourigan

Western Kentucky University

Co-author

Pat Kambesis

Western Kentucky University

Co-author

Jason Polk

Western Kentucky University

Synoptic_Analysis_of_the_January_26th-28th_2009.pptx

3:30 - Synoptic Analysis of the January 26th-28th, 2009 Kentucky Snow and Ice Storm

First Author and Presenter

Mason Quiram

WKU

Saturday, November 6, 2021 2:01pm - 5:00pm

Social Sciences II: Psychology, Anthropology, Sociology

Zoom Room 3

Anthropology & Sociology Chair: Ann Kingsolver	Psychology Secretary: Matthew Shake
Psychology Chair: Richard Osbaldiston

KAS_Cul.Comp._J.King.pptx

2:00 - Cultural Competency as a Predictor of Positive Psychological Treatment Outcomes: A Meta-Analysis.

First Author and Presenter

Jessica King

Eastern Kentucky University

2:15 - Non-Native English-Speaking Instructors and Online Learning

First Author and Presenter

Katelyn McClure

Eastern Kentucky University

Co-author

Christian Phillips

Eastern Kentucky University

Co-author

Benjamin Meadows

Eastern Kentucky University

Co-author

Hung-Tao Chen

Eastern Kentucky University

NNES_Poster.pptx

2:30 - The Effectiveness of Early Intervention Outcomes in Children with An Autism Spectrum Disorder

First Author and Presenter

Bailey Hull

Eastern Kentucky University

Co-author

Haley Hill

Eastern Kentucky University

KAS_presentation.pptx

2:45 - The Effect of Traumatic Brain Injury on Substance Use and Recidivism in Inmates: A Meta-Analysis

First Author and Presenter

Rachel Taylor

Eastern Kentucky University

TBI_Presentation.pptx

3:00 - How Closely Related are Adverse Childhood Experiences and Suicidality?

First Author and Presenter

Rachael Yeager

Eastern Kentucky University

Co-author

Skylar Barger

Eastern Kentucky University