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Friday, March 27
 

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[VIRTUAL] A Physical Model Overlay of Wild Type Influenza Virus A Neuraminidase and the His274Tyr Mutant Reveals the Basis of Drug Resistance and Catalysis
Virulent forms of flu have previously caused high levels of mortality globally. To prevent future pandemics, an arsenal of drugs has been stockpiled, but drug-resistance threatens our preparedness. Neuraminidase is a key drug target because it enables influenza virus’ infection. We designed physical models based on overlaid crystal structures of the wild type and His274Tyr neuraminidase mutant to visualize the shift in Glu276 (that inhibits binding to the drug, Tamiflu, but not Relenza) and displayed catalytic residues to demonstrate continued inhibition by Relenza. To best design drugs that are impervious to resistance, innovative approaches based on structural analyses are promising.
Speakers
AM

Mentors
DK

Poster Presentation Manzaro pdf
Friday March 27, 2020 08:00 - 17:00 EDT
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[VIRTUAL] Acute Liver Failure Due to Herpes Simplex Virus 1 and 2
A 65 year old male presented to the hospital with hypoglycemia and acute encephalopathy. He was found to have acute liver failure. His work-up revealed infection with both herpes simplex type 1 and 2 virus. What makes this case especially interesting is he also testes positive for influenza A. These are both uncommon causes of acute liver failure.
Speakers
TM

Mentors
DC

Poster Presentation Mabry pdf
Friday March 27, 2020 08:00 - 17:00 EDT
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[VIRTUAL] An Integrative Community: The Tree Bench Project
When challenged to solve a problem on Campbell University’s main campus with regards to seating, our team decided to address the issue of the lack of outdoor seating. After reaching out to students via Google Forms and conducting research, the group decided that a circular bench wrapped around the large tree in academic circle would provide comfortable and practical seating for everyone. Solar-powered outlets and pull-out tables would provide the resources needed to study, do homework, or share meals with friends. Our team hopes that this new outdoor seating space will create a stronger sense of community here at Campbell.
Speakers
PT
CB
KW

Mentors
PM

Handout Burgett pdf
Poster Presentation Burgett pdf
Friday March 27, 2020 08:00 - 17:00 EDT
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[VIRTUAL] Analysis of Effects of Increased Governmental Spending on Population Health in Costa Rica
Costa Rica disbanded its military and reallocated this money primarily to education and universal healthcare. This research analyzes the effects of increased spending on population health. Data on government health expenditures is compared to three benchmarks: life expectancy, infant mortality rates, and number of physicians per 1,000 people.
Speakers
LK

Mentors
DC

Poster Presentation Babb pdf
Friday March 27, 2020 08:00 - 17:00 EDT
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[VIRTUAL] Bertie County Learning Lab
This action research project emerged from a special topics course on Community Psychology. Students studied and then visited Bertie Co. as part of a learning lab. The learning lab presented an opportunity to learn with and from one another and from the people and places they visited. Their outcome was to put together infographics on four topics of relevance in rural NC - as they pertained to Bertie Co. The infographics will be shared as part of a poster session.
Speakers
SH

Mentors
avatar for Dr. Laura Lunsford

Poster Presentation Hart pdf
Friday March 27, 2020 08:00 - 17:00 EDT
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[VIRTUAL] Cadaveric Case Study of Subdural Hematoma
A subdural hematoma (SDH) is defined as a collection of blood between the dura and arachnoid mater and is typically associated with brain injury. The resulting brain swelling and subdural hematoma both contribute to increased intracranial pressure. Hence, the cause of death in subdural hematoma is often brain herniation. The cause of death in this case was listed as subdural hematoma.
Speakers
SF
LR
GR
SS

Mentors
DR

Poster Presentation Fitzgerald pdf
Friday March 27, 2020 08:00 - 17:00 EDT
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[VIRTUAL] Cadaveric Case Study: Atheroma with Granulation Tissue
Here we examine a 19mm arterial lesion of the left popliteal artery for atherosclerosis, which is defined as lipid accumulation in vessel walls. Plaques were graded for calcium deposition and granulation tissue. Granulation tissue in the arterial wall, and a thrombus in the popliteal artery lumen were discovered. We conclude that the cadaver likely suffered from advanced-stage atherosclerosis.
Speakers
avatar for Thomas S Davis

Thomas S Davis

OMS4, Campbell University School of Osteopathic Medicine
Thomas is a fourth-year medical student currently enrolled in the Campbell University Jerry M. Wallace School of Osteopathic Medicine. He will be graduating this May and pursuing residency in Internal Medicine with aspirations of pursuing a fellowship thereafter. He received his undergraduate... Read More →
ED

Mentors
DH
DT

Poster Presentation Davis pdf
Friday March 27, 2020 08:00 - 17:00 EDT
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[VIRTUAL] Cadaveric Case Study: Risk Factors and Sites of Metastasis of Esophageal Cancer
Esophageal cancer is among the most common and the sixth leading cause of cancer related death. During cadaveric dissection of a 77-year-old white male whose cause of death was listed as esophageal cancer, masses were found in the brain and adrenal gland. Histopathologic examination confirmed the masses to be EAC. Here we present a case of metastatic esophageal adenocarcinoma and discuss potential risk factors for tumor development.
Speakers
CS
MB
EB
SH

Mentors
DA
avatar for Dr. Bonnie Brenseke, Chair of Biomedical Pathology

Dr. Bonnie Brenseke, Chair of Biomedical Pathology

Associate Professor of Pathology, Campbell University

Poster Presentation Szalanski pdf
Friday March 27, 2020 08:00 - 17:00 EDT
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[VIRTUAL] Cadaveric Study of Lipomatous Meningioma
A lipomatous meningioma is a rare variant of intracranial tumor that features adipose tissue deposition inside meningothelial cells. The pathway of meningeal cell metaplasia into adipose tissue has evaded researchers to this date. In this case study, a sample of this lipomatous meningioma was taken from a female human cadaver and visualized grossly as well as histologically with Hematoxylin & Eosin (H&E) stain. The comorbidities from this cadaver identified post-mortem were also reported. This case study contributes to the modest quantity of literature encompassing lipomatous meningiomas.
Speakers
AC
AM
MM
TM

Mentors
avatar for Dr. David Green, Associate Professor of Anatomy

Poster Presentation Caruso pdf
Friday March 27, 2020 08:00 - 17:00 EDT
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[VIRTUAL] Case Study of Uncommon Cystic Form of Nasal Polyp
A polypoid mass filled the nasal cavity of a 94-year-old man whose death was attributed to anorexia and failure to thrive. The purpose this study is to determine a diagnosis for the mass, and research causes and clinical implications. Microscopically, the mass was composed of numerous mucus-filled cysts lined by ciliated pseudostratified columnar epithelium. Histopathology is consistent with a chronic inflammatory type polyp; however, differences include a paucity of lymphocytes, a large cystic component, and loss of nasal bone. This uncommon form of nasal polyp may serve as a novel model of nasal polyp progression.
Speakers
LJ
DJ
SJ

Mentors
DA
avatar for Dr. Bonnie Brenseke, Chair of Biomedical Pathology

Dr. Bonnie Brenseke, Chair of Biomedical Pathology

Associate Professor of Pathology, Campbell University

Poster Presentation Johnson pdf
Friday March 27, 2020 08:00 - 17:00 EDT
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[VIRTUAL] Characterization and Optimization of Biosurfactant Production by Marine Bacterial Isolates
Biosurfactants, green alternatives to potentially harmful synthetic surfactants, are structurally diverse molecules with polar and nonpolar regions. These natural molecules can reduce surface tension as a result of their amphipathic structures, allowing the measurement of surface tension to indicate changes in biosurfactant production. There is evidence that the presence of immiscible hydrocarbon results in increased biosurfactant production. This project aims to optimize biosurfactant production by marine bacterial isolates through alteration of culture conditions. Following the optimization of production, the biosurfactants will be extracted, purified, and structurally analyzed through thin-layer chromatography, infrared spectroscopy, and 1H nuclear magnetic resonance.
Speakers
CB

Mentors
DM

Poster Presentation Baumgardner pdf
Friday March 27, 2020 08:00 - 17:00 EDT
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[VIRTUAL] Characterization of Novel Promoter Sequences for Use in Geobacillus thermoglucosidasius
This project’s purpose is to characterize novel promoters for expression in Geobacillus thermoglucosidasius with GBK1 and GBK2 bacteriophages in order to expand the uses of G. thermoglucosidasius in biological research. Determining new sequences for transformation expands the possible proteins, enzymes, and characterization which can be expressed. Once promoters were identified, primers were designed for use with pG1AKmob vector. After successful ligation, products were transformed by conjugation and the GFP expression was measured. The final conjugated Geobacillus thermoglucosidasius cells grew on Ampicillin and Kanamycin plates, with minor expression of sfGFP when visualized under UV light.

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Speakers
CW

Mentors
TM

Friday March 27, 2020 08:00 - 17:00 EDT
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[VIRTUAL] Comparing Therapy and Treatment Options for Uterine Fibroids
Uterine fibroids are some of the most prevalent benign tumors in reproductive aged women. These tumors can cause unpleasant side effects including pelvic pain, bladder dysfunction, and even infertility. In previous decades hysterectomy was a typical treatment. Although still used today, less invasive treatments are also employed. Deciding on a treatment depends on several factors, such as cost effectiveness, age of patient, and recovery time. In this project we explore these influences within the scope of treatments available today.
Speakers
KK
AK

Mentors
AP
DA

Poster Presentation Kyriakoulis pdf
Friday March 27, 2020 08:00 - 17:00 EDT
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[VIRTUAL] Comparison of Cognitive Ability between Undergraduate Musicians and Non-Musicians
The ability to play an instrument has been linked to a subsequent heightened ability to process language, higher brain plasticity, and general cognitive ability. This study focused on a sample of undergraduate students and investigated a possible association between musical expertise and increased cognitive ability. A sample of 10 musicians and 10 non-musicians that consented to participation were asked to complete the Mental Rotations Task (MRT). Once all twenty were completed, the data were compiled and evaluated. Results found that musicians significantly outperformed non-musicians on the MRT, thus supporting our hypothesis that musicians outperform non-musicians on cognitive tasks.
Speakers
HL

Halie Liles

Undergraduate, Campbell University
HM

Mentors
DJ

Poster Presentation Liles pdf
Friday March 27, 2020 08:00 - 17:00 EDT
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[VIRTUAL] CUFS Geocaching
We propose this as a activity to be completed by students in the Campbell University Freshman Seminar. This activity will allow students the opportunity to become familiar with resources available on campus as well as learn important techniques related to psychology that will be helpful to them.
Speakers
avatar for Amy Edwards

Amy Edwards

Student, Campbell University
AD
KM
MH

Mentors
avatar for Dr. Laura Lunsford

Poster Presentation Edwards jpg
Friday March 27, 2020 08:00 - 17:00 EDT
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[VIRTUAL] Design and Optimization of PCR-Based Assays to Test for Mitochondrial Transformation
Our group has developed a novel technique to modify the mitochondrial genome. Past work on this project has included synthesizing the vectors and developing transformation procedures. In this study, we continued to develop the transformation procedures, and designed and tested a PCR-based technique to assay for transformation. If successful, this could provide a tool to study many major diseases such as cancer, heart disease, and diabetes as well as provide a possible mechanism for mitochondrial gene therapy.
Speakers
TS
AP

Mentors
DW

Poster Presentation Strong pdf
Friday March 27, 2020 08:00 - 17:00 EDT
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[VIRTUAL] Determination of the Mechanism of Action of Synthetic Cannabinoids (sCB) in Human Platelets
Synthetic cannabinoids (sCB) originated from the scientific community, but are now manufactured by unauthorized people to achieve similar psychoactive effects as natural cannabinoids like tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). Since sCB show worse adverse effects than THC and result in higher emergency medical treatments, it is crucial to understand their mechanism of action. Historical data show that sCB inhibit platelet aggregation and secretion. More recent data with pertussis toxin-treated platelets suggest that sCB do not act through cannabinoid-binding G protein-coupled receptors CB1 or CB2. Therefore, our hypothesis is that sCB act as platelet inhibitors through an unknown mechanism independent of these receptors.
Speakers
EG

Mentors
DS

Poster Presentation Han pdf
Friday March 27, 2020 08:00 - 17:00 EDT
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[VIRTUAL] Differences in Sprint Speed Dynamics Among Position in Women's Collegiate Lacrosse
This study aimed to evaluate differences in sprinting demands by position in women’s collegiate lacrosse. Attackers (n = 9), defenders (n = 9), and midfielders (n = 7) were evaluated during the preparation phase of training for percent max speed, number of high intensity sprints, sprints in speed zones 4 and 5, and their daily athlete load. Analyses revealed a difference among positions for high-intensity sprints only (p = .008), with midfielders registering a greater number of high-intensity sprints (5.1 ± 1.5) than attackers (3.2 ± 0.6, p = .010) and defenders (3.3 ± 1.3, p = .020).
Speakers
JC

Mentors
DJ

Poster Presentation Carter pdf
Friday March 27, 2020 08:00 - 17:00 EDT
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[VIRTUAL] Digitizing the Raven Rock State Park Herbarium (RARO) in Central North Carolina
Raven Rock State Park in Harnett County is home to a small herbarium containing 305 specimens from within the park. During the summer of 2019, the herbarium was registered in Index Herbariorum with the code RARO. In the fall, the specimens were digitized and the specimen images were uploaded to the Southeast Regional Network of Expertise and Collections (SERNEC) portal. Specimen label data were captured throughout fall 2019. The herbarium was found to represent over 30 percent of the species previously documented within the park and is therefore of relative importance in documenting the flora of North Carolina.
Speakers
B

Mentors
DC

Poster Presentation Sprinkle pdf
Friday March 27, 2020 08:00 - 17:00 EDT
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[VIRTUAL] Effects of Anthropometrics on Vertical Ground Reaction Force in Division 1 Athletes
The purpose of this study was to determine the relationship between an athlete’s anthropometrics (e.g., trunk length, tibial length, femur length) and peak vertical ground reaction force (vGRF). Participants (n=49 Division I athletes) stood on a 30 cm box and stepped onto the force plates followed by a maximum jump effort, landing back on the force plates. vGRF was moderately correlated with lean mass (r=.489), torso length (r=.398), and average tibial length (r=.289). Secondary analyses of jumpers vs non-jumpers showed that jumpers tended to jump higher, have lower percent body fat, and longer tibial length than non-jumpers.
Speakers
AT

Austin T. Vegas

Medical Student

Mentors
DJ

Poster Presentation Vegas pdf
Friday March 27, 2020 08:00 - 17:00 EDT
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[VIRTUAL] Efficacy and Implications of Ovarian Cystadenoma Diagnosis via Ultrasonography
This case study involves the investigation of an ovarian cystadenoma in a 79 year-old female cadaver. Histologic examination revealed classic features of a serous cystadenoma. It is of critical importance clinically to correctly differentiate between various benign masses. Classically, definitive diagnosis relies on histopathology, an invasive procedure. Alternatively, ultrasonography is less invasive and can be utilized to diagnose and monitor cysts, which can be distinguished from malignant ovarian neoplasms due to the lack of nodules. Conservative management of a benign cystadenoma is commonly recommended due to the high likelihood that it will resolve within two years or remain unchanged.
Speakers
RG
BW
KY
SZ

Mentors
AP
DT

Poster Presentation Gakpo pdf
Friday March 27, 2020 08:00 - 17:00 EDT
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[VIRTUAL] Epidemic! A Response Plan to a Hypothetical H7N9 Outbreak
This H7N9 Influenza case study creates a scenario and provides resources on how the city of Raleigh, N.C. would respond to such a crisis. This particular strain of influenza is an Asian Lineage Avian A Influenza Virus. According to the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, human infection was first reported in 2013 in China. The World Health Organization classifies it a “an unusually dangerous virus for people,” with a 30% mortality rate. Presented is a detailed multi-agency strategy to combat a hypothetical high-mortality H7N9 influenza epidemic in Raleigh.

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Speakers
MC

Mentors
DJ

Friday March 27, 2020 08:00 - 17:00 EDT
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[VIRTUAL] Evaluating the Utilization of Antiepileptic Medications in Pediatric Patients on the Ketogenic Diet for Seizure Control
Introduction: The ketogenic diet (KD) has been indicated to manage chronic seizures. With the development of newer anti-epileptic drugs (AED), little research has assessed AED carbohydrate composition impact on the KD.

Purpose: To evaluate the carbohydrate composition in common AEDs and their impact on pediatric KD adherence

Methods: Data were retrospectively collected and analyzed for drug carbohydrate content and effect on daily carbohydrate limits.

Results: Of 59 included patients, Topamax® had the greatest impact on drug carbohydrate limits whereas Keppra® had the smallest impact.

Conclusions: Medication carbohydrates should be considered when developing an AED regimen for patients on the KD.
Speakers
BG

Mentors
DT

Poster Presentation Guzik pdf
Friday March 27, 2020 08:00 - 17:00 EDT
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[VIRTUAL] Evaluation and Comparison of 5S (Lean) and Six Sigma Methodologies
Industry is constantly attempting to improve procedures which control processing and production efficiency and profit. Lean manufacturing, which materialized out of Japanese industrial manufacturing settings, revolutionized minimizing waste from production lines. As the impact of lean manufacturing became clear, several methods to achieve leaner operations developed, including 5S. Quality management is another popular way to increase efficiency and profit; a prominent technique which falls into this category is called Six Sigma. This research explores the origins, applications, and viability of attempting to incorporate the best practices within each system on a manufacturing level.
Speakers
AJ

Mentors
DT

Poster Presentation Jones pdf
Friday March 27, 2020 08:00 - 17:00 EDT
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[VIRTUAL] Histopathology of Type I Papillary Renal Cell Carcinoma
The most common form of renal cancer is renal cell carcinoma (RCC), constituting 80-85% of renal cancer diagnoses. Renal cell carcinoma is delineated into various types, with the two most common being clear cell (87.7%) and papillary Type I and II (9.7%) . Type I and Type II papillary renal cell cancer differ slightly both histologically and clinically, and also have different prognostic implications for patients. The goal of this poster is to demonstrate our ability to classify RCC using histopathologic analysis, ultimately to afford better prognostic information and therapeutic choices for the patient and clinician.
Speakers
KD
TG
RG
TS

Mentors
DH

Poster Presentation Dunbar pdf
Friday March 27, 2020 08:00 - 17:00 EDT
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[VIRTUAL] Identification and Characterization of Oil Degrading Bacteria
Identifying microorganisms that naturally metabolize and break-down hydrocarbons, can reduce pollution created from the use of crude oil through bioremediation. For our work, bacteria were collected from soil/oil and oil drip pan deposits from an automobile oil. The bacteria were isolated and its morphology and Gram reaction were determined. Then, colony PCR was performed using 16S ribosomal RNA (rRNA) to identify its genus and species. To confirm the bacteria’s ability to metabolize hydrocarbons, the bacteria's growth was quantified on different growth media/environments.
Speakers
AB
FS
BG

Mentors
DM

Poster Presentation Bright pdf
Friday March 27, 2020 08:00 - 17:00 EDT
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08:00 EDT

[VIRTUAL] Impact of High-Intensity Strength Training in Chronic TBI
High-intensity strength training is a concept that is typically associated with high-level sports performance, not physical therapy interventions for a patient with a chronic traumatic brain injury. This is unfortunate, as current studies on neuroplasticity support high-intensity training to drive new neural connections for continued functional improvement. Though supported as a safe and viable intervention, this specific approach is limitedly applied by neuro rehab clinicians. This project shows that functional changes can be reignited when high-intensity strength training and agility skills are applied during physical therapy even in a patient who is over a decade past the onset of injury.
Speakers
JK
SD
JW

Mentors
DM

Dr. Michelle Green

Associate Professor and Assistant Program Director Doctor of Physical Therapy, Campbell, University
Innovation, teambuilding, employee, and student engagement

Poster Presentation Kennedy pdf
Friday March 27, 2020 08:00 - 17:00 EDT
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[VIRTUAL] Investigation of the Activity of Novel Compounds at the GPR6 Receptor
Parkinson’s disease affects millions of people and has become the top 14th cause of death in the United States. Parkinson’s mainly affects dopamine-producing neurons that are involved with motor, visual, and various cognitive functions. In animal models, drugs for the orphan receptor GPR6 have been observed to help with managing symptoms brought on by Parkinson’s disease. For this study, novel ISR1 compounds purported to act at GPR6 were tested on cells to observe their effects on cell signaling molecules, beta-arrestin and cyclic AMP. These experiments will demonstrate whether these compounds act at GPR6, and might lead to new treatments for Parkinson’s Disease.
Speakers
RQ

Mentors
DC

Poster Presentation Quintanilla pdf
Friday March 27, 2020 08:00 - 17:00 EDT
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[VIRTUAL] Lignin Degradation by Bacteria Isolated from Wastewater
Aromatic compounds found in wastewater are often identified as potential contaminants. Bacteria used in the treatment process break down these compounds, but the metabolic process is unclear. The goal of this project is to determine if bacteria from Harnett County Wastewater Treatment Facility are capable of degrading the aromatic compound lignin. Wastewater samples were plated on media containing lignin. The bacteria were identified using polymerase chain reaction (PCR) to amplify the 16S rDNA gene. Sequencing was used to determine the identity of the bacteria capable of lignin degradation. Future testing will focus on enzymatic characterization of bacterial lignin degradation.
Speakers
TB

Mentors
DS

Poster Presentation Braswell pdf
Friday March 27, 2020 08:00 - 17:00 EDT
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[VIRTUAL] Marketing for Harnett County/Campbell University American Lung Association Better Breathers Club (BBC)
This group of current PT students accepted the challenge to improve marketing of the BBC chapter initiated by Campbell University PT students 2 years ago. The Harnett County/Campbell University Club is one of 13 across the state of NC. The purpose of the Club is to connect individuals, and their families, living locally with lung disease, to free education and support opportunities. The Club meets once/month and is facilitated by Campbell PT Faculty and Student volunteers, who are trained facilitators, through the American Lung Association.
Speakers
JB
AJ
MM
MT

Mentors
DR

Poster Presentation Barts pdf
Friday March 27, 2020 08:00 - 17:00 EDT
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[VIRTUAL] Microbial Diversity of Campbell University Ants
Ants are social insects that live in symbiosis with their environment. Dense ant colonies means higher risk of infection, therefore, ants have adapted a defense system against parasites and pathogens through the production of antimicrobial secretions from their metapleural gland. This study aims to evaluate the microbial diversity of worker ants in the built environment of Campbell University. Bacteria will be isolated using culture-based methods, identified using 16S rRNA sequencing, and assessed for antibiotic production. A comparative study to outside environments will determine if the bacteria Campbell ant species are carrying are unique to ants in other environments.

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Speakers
CV

Mentors
DS

Friday March 27, 2020 08:00 - 17:00 EDT
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[VIRTUAL] Necrotizing Enterocolitis in a Full-term Infant: A Case Report and Review of Literature
This case demonstrates an uncommon presentation of necrotizing enterocolitis, a gastrointestinal emergency. Characterized by bacterial invasion, inflammation, and destruction of the bowel, necrotizing enterocolitis typically occurs in extremely preterm infants born at a gestational age less than 28 weeks. While less than fifteen percent of necrotizing enterocolitis cases occur in term infants, these cases are generally associated with other conditions such as congenital heart disease. This uncommon case of an otherwise healthy full-term infant presenting with bloody stools and diagnosis of necrotizing enterocolitis represents the importance of maintaining a broad differential diagnosis when evaluating neonates.
Speakers
EC

Mentors
DO

Poster Presentation Cox pdf
Friday March 27, 2020 08:00 - 17:00 EDT
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08:00 EDT

[VIRTUAL] Non-inflammatory Gout in Interphalangeal Joints- A Case Study of a Cadaveric Specimen
Gout is an inflammatory condition due to the deposition of monosodium urate crystals in joints or soft tissues characterized by asymptomatic periods followed by brief painful, inflammatory flare-ups. This poster presents histologic findings from an 81 year old female cadaver with markedly enlarged joints of the hands that are suggestive of chronic tophaceous gout. Once a patient has reached this chronic stage, the disease is no longer painful due to the encapsulated tophi, supported by the lack of inflammation on the histological slides. However, the tophi also suggest that the individual experienced limited range of motion in the affected joints.
Speakers
avatar for Abby Daniels

Abby Daniels

Class of 2024 Student, Campbell University School of Osteopathic Medicine
avatar for Molly Kearney

Molly Kearney

OMS-I, Campbell University School of Osteopathic Medicine
CR
MW

Mentors
DM

Poster Presentation Daniels pdf
Friday March 27, 2020 08:00 - 17:00 EDT
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[VIRTUAL] Optimization of Dunaliella salina Growth Using Commercial Fertilizers and Salts
The halotolerant algae Dunaliella salina produces high levels of carotenoids, antioxidants, and fatty acids, which are required for aquaculture feed. Growth media composed of commercial fertilizers and salts is an inexpensive, accessible alternative to current culturing methods. D. salina growth was quantified using cell counting and UV-vis spectrophotometry following growth over a range of salinities in commercial fertilizer. D. salina exhibited an optimum growth rate in 0.5M NaCl media with Miracle-gro, representing the valuable alternative of commercialized products for algal cultivation in aquaculture. Future work will analyze lipid content of D. salina grown in this condition.
Speakers
JW

Mentors
DS

Poster Presentation Wakeman pdf
Presentation Slides Wakeman pdf
Friday March 27, 2020 08:00 - 17:00 EDT
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[VIRTUAL] Patient Awareness of Chronic Management of Hypertension in the Armenian Population
Understanding factors that influence effective treatment is essential toward tackling hypertension in Armenia and beyond. This study retrospectively reviewed 144 patients ≥ 18 years old with blood pressure (BP) readings ≥ 130/80 who participated in the CUSOM/CPHS mobile clinics in Armenia. The primary objective was to assess patient awareness regarding hypertension diagnosis and current use of antihypertensive medications. Although 84.7% acknowledged they had high BP, only 73.6% reported taking an anti-hypertensive medication. The subset of Armenian patients studied were aware of their high BP. However, these findings identify the need for comprehensive education regarding the importance of medication adherence.
Speakers
LP

Mentors
DA

Poster Presentation Poindexter pdf
Friday March 27, 2020 08:00 - 17:00 EDT
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[VIRTUAL] Permeability and Uptake Study of Efavirenz Formulations in Caco-2 and Hep G2 Cells
Efavirenz (EFV) is an antiretroviral drug classified as non-nucleotide reverse transcriptase inhibitor (NNRTI). To achieve therapeutic plasma concentrations, patients need high doses of EFV (600 mg daily for adult) when administrated orally. This is mainly due to its low solubility which leads to dissolution-limiting poor transport in gut. This project is to test whether an albumin bound formulation will enhance cell transport and uptake of EFV by cells. Standard Caco-2 permeability assay and drug uptake assay by Hep G2 cells are ongoing. EFV oral suspension in commercial vehicle ORA-Plus® is used as the control.
Speakers
SB

Mentors
DQ

Poster Presentation Bandaru pdf
Friday March 27, 2020 08:00 - 17:00 EDT
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[VIRTUAL] Redesigning College Common Spaces to Maximize Usage & Feelings of Community
The purpose of this project was to design a space that “felt” more like a community-oriented place for the new generations of students on Campbell’s campus. We sought to answer questions about how to redesign the social spaces in Lubywood, based on human centered design to create something specifically catered to the students, but also to what makes a space conducive to community. We’ve tried to promote meaningful human interaction through the redesigning of the space, as well as strived to create a sense of home, a safe space, and to incorporate things that would draw people into underused spaces.
Speakers
KP
BR
JR

Mentors
PM

Poster Presentation Powers pdf
Friday March 27, 2020 08:00 - 17:00 EDT
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[VIRTUAL] Relationship Between Wellness Scores and Internal and External Training Loads in a Division I Women’s Lacrosse Team
The purpose of this study was to examine the relationship between pre-training wellness scores and internal and external training load outputs in a training session during the preparation phase of a Division I women’s collegiate lacrosse team. Athletes (n = 27) logged their daily wellness, ratings of perceived exertion, and training metrics. Training metrics were collected on the field with GPS units and heart rate monitors. The wellness questionnaire asked athletes to provide ratings related to their sleep, energy, stress, and how their muscles felt. Correlation analyses were used to evaluate the relationships between wellness and training load.
Speakers
AK

Mentors
DJ

Poster Presentation Crouch pdf
Friday March 27, 2020 08:00 - 17:00 EDT
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[VIRTUAL] Study of Dunaliella salina Growth in Chicken Waste Media Under Specific Light Intensities
Dunaliella salina is a saltwater micro-algae capable of producing high levels of lipids. These lipids are used as a food source for the sustainable aquaculture market. The purpose of this research is to determine how to optimize the growth of D. salina using chicken waste as a cost-effective means of providing nutrients for lipid production. Lumens ratings of 450-5000 were used to grow D. salina. Algal growth and chlorophyll content were measured under these conditions. Once a suitable light intensity for growth has been determined, future work will focus on measuring lipid production as chicken waste levels are changed.
Speakers
WS

Mentors
DS

Poster Presentation Strader pdf
Friday March 27, 2020 08:00 - 17:00 EDT
Online
  Virtual Symposium, Poster presentation

08:00 EDT

[VIRTUAL] Synthesis of a Novel Molecule for Supramolecular Polymerization
A fundamental goal of supramolecular chemistry is the control of forces between groups of molecules in the formation of nanostructures. These structures often are not strong enough to resist changes in environmental factors and chemical attack. In this research, a cyanine dye monomer known for its ability to form metastable nanotubes will be modified to create a monomer capable of creating a polymerized diacetylene backbone to form a stronger nanostructure. The synthetic procedure has been planned in such a manner as to prioritize safety and to minimize cost. Progress has been achieved in conducting this synthesis and will be presented.
Speakers
RT

Mentors
DJ

Poster Presentation Towey pdf
Friday March 27, 2020 08:00 - 17:00 EDT
Online
  Virtual Symposium, Poster presentation

08:00 EDT

[VIRTUAL] System Suitability of Albendazole Assay in Collaboration with the Distributed Pharmaceutical Analysis Lab
Countries within the developing world have limited capabilities to regulate the quality of medications sold there. At the University of Notre Dame, the Distributed Pharmaceutical Analysis Lab was formed to test these medications in collaboration with other US undergraduate institutions. Through this partnership, a liquid chromatography assay was designed through a comparative implementation of the United States Pharmacopeia methodology for albendazole, an anthelmintic medication. To support this assay, multiple system suitability tests are being performed to ensure the validity of the process. This poster will outline this project’s obstacles and, ultimately, how they are currently being resolved.
Speakers
MH

Mentors
DJ

Poster Presentation Hutchens pdf
Friday March 27, 2020 08:00 - 17:00 EDT
Online
  Virtual Symposium, Poster presentation

08:00 EDT

[VIRTUAL] The Effects Of Lower Extremity Blood Flow Restriction Training On Power And Muscle Size
The purpose of this study was to compare the effects four weeks of low-intensity blood flow restriction (BFR) training and high-intensity traditional resistance training on strength, power, and muscle size. Participants (n = 13) completed eight training sessions of exercising with a rowing ergometer and deadlifts with either BFR (30% 1-rep max and 40% power) or with the control group (60% 1-rep max and 80% power). Both groups showed improvements power (p = .001), strength, (p = .001), and muscle size (p = .007). The BFR group had greater improvement in power than the control group (p = .035).
Speakers
KB

Mentors
DJ

Poster Presentation Bradley pdf
Friday March 27, 2020 08:00 - 17:00 EDT
Online
  Virtual Symposium, Poster presentation

08:00 EDT

[VIRTUAL] The Impact of Therapeutic Hand Drumming on College Students Perceived Stress Levels and a Selected Immune Marker
This study was a part of the 2019 Summer Student Research Fellows Program, which has the requirement of presentation at the Symposium. The purpose of this study was to discover the impact of six-week therapeutic hand drumming protocol on the perceived stress levels and an immune system marker of college students during summer session classes. Subjects included college students who volunteered to participate. In the first session, participants were administered the PSS (Perceived Stress Scale) participants’ saliva samples were taken to measure cortisol levels pre and post therapeutic intervention.. After six weeks of drumming sessions, the saliva samples were collected and the PSS administered. Substantial reduction of perceived stress levels were noted as well as a reduction in cortisol level in samples that were usable.
Speakers
KM

Mentors
DC

Poster Presentation Medlin pdf
Friday March 27, 2020 08:00 - 17:00 EDT
Online
  Virtual Symposium, Poster presentation

08:00 EDT

[VIRTUAL] Utilizing Project Management Tools and Techniques
Bark for Life is an American Cancer Society event that honors the lives of canine caregivers and raises money for cancer research. After seeing a trend in student favorability towards non-profit events on campus, the goal of this project was to provide Campbell University students with an opportunity to give back on campus and to raise money for cancer research as a campus that is affiliated with the American Cancer Society. The utilization of project management tools and techniques proved beneficial in the planning of a project of this scope, under the instruction of Dr. Katherine Spradley and the sponsorship of the Office of Student Activities.
Speakers
CD

Mentors
DK

Poster Presentation Dudley pdf
Friday March 27, 2020 08:00 - 17:00 EDT
Online
  Virtual Symposium, Poster presentation
 
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