Jon Balzotti, Assistant Professor of English Evaluation of Academic Objectives This project analyzed student engagement in a high school setting using digital learning environments based on a semi-realistic workplace simulation. The research team explored the challenges of high school student engagement in both traditional and digital learning environments. Data from student surveys suggest that traditional role-play […]
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Improving the Bureaucracy: What Leads Government Officials to Use Evidence-Based Reports?
Nick Moffit and Darren Hawkins, Political Science Introduction Many academics and government officials promote the use of scientifically rigorous policy evaluations, yet studies show that most practitioners seldom employ such evaluations, despite a growing body of policy-relevant academic literature. This represents a fundamental flaw of delegation, as citizens prefer the most efficient provision of public […]
Improving Healthcare Through Interdisciplinary Education
Jonathan Jacobs, Katreena Collette-Merrill RN PhD, College of Nursing Introduction The culture of education prepares healthcare professionals in silos, then expects them to work collaboratively upon graduation. Medical errors, resulting from communication issues, are considered a leading cause of patient death. Interdisciplinary education of future professionals may prevent communication issues and reduce patient deaths. Interprofessional education […]
Building and Improving a Low Cost Holographic Video Monitor
Parker Awerkamp and Daniel Smalley, Electrical Engineering Introduction Since the development of the television, the world has been seeking to improve the realistic qualities of video. However, the biggest shortcoming of video is yet to be fully resolved: how to recreate a three-dimensional (3-D) image electronically. While some techniques have been developed in an attempt […]
Sequencing Complete Genome of Cutthroat Trout Subspecies for Purposes of Improving Classification of Cutthroat Trout Species
Emily Brown and Dr. Dennis Shiozawa, Biology Department Introduction Since the 1800s, biologists have studied cutthroat trout native to Western North America. Their early work and classification were based on the standards of the day: meristics, the observation and counting of physical features, and morphology. Further improvements came through later studies that added geographic distribution […]
Sunflowers, Solar Panels, and Beeswax: Improving Solar Power for the Developing World
Ivyann Oveson Running and Dr. John Salmon, Mechanical Engineering Department Inspired by the mechanics of how sunflowers follow the sun, we designed a system to increase output from solar panels by only using simple mechanics and beeswax. Solar power is becoming increasingly popular even in developing countries. We wanted to create a way to increase […]
Improving Privacy and Security of Mobile Devices in Uganda
Deana Mugimu and Dr. Anthony Vance, Information Systems Mobile security illiteracy isn’t an issue for only the people of Uganda, it’s an issue all around the world, even in developed countries. Smartphones are becoming more technologically advanced, cheaper, and more people from all age ranges around the world are using them. Business information, social media […]
Improving Fraud Detection by Auditors via Integration of Cybersecurity Principles
Andrew Sanford and Dr. Conan Albrecht, Information Systems Introduction It is generally accepted that the American public expects auditors to find fraud. While detecting both fraud and errors are official SAS 99 expectations, auditors spend the overwhelming majority of their time on finding only errors. This focus, in part, has allowed frauds such as Enron […]
Improving Healthcare Through Interdisciplinary Education
Jonathan Jacobs and Faculty Mentor: Katreena Collette-Merrill RN PhD, Nursing Introduction The culture of education prepares healthcare professionals in silos, then expects them to work collaboratively upon graduation. Medical errors, resulting from communication issues, are considered a leading cause of patient death. Interdisciplinary education of future professionals may prevent communication issues and reduce patient deaths. […]
Improving Immunization Rates among Pregnant Women: A Mentored Experience
PI: Lacey M. Eden The purpose of this MEG to mentor nursing students through the process of implementing an education program for pregnant women regarding the importance of Tdap immunization during pregnancy, and to assist Utah County obstetric offices in improving Tdap immunization rates among their patients. Additionally, this project provided an opportunity for undergraduate […]
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