Benefits of Birth by Water Immersion

Kylie Dennhardt, School of Applied Health Undergraduate Student

College of Professional Studies

Water birth has always been a controversial topic amongst expecting mothers, and I wanted to research the outcomes of water births to see if it really is as controversial as people think. In my research I highlight the benefits of birth by water immersion on both maternal and neonatal physiology.

Benefits of Physical Exercise On Motor and Non Motor Aspects in Parkinson's Disease

Ebony Isaiah, School of Applied Health Undergraduate Student

College of Professional Studies

Parkinson's Disease (PD) is a neurodegenerative disease that tends to affect the older adult population. The disease slowly takes away motor functioning and has negative repercussions on the individuals mental health. My research explores the interventions that physical exercise can have on non- motor and motor functions instead of using the medications that are prescribed for PD. The use of medications that are provided with long term use can be detrimental to motor function. The goal of this research is to help maintain health related quality of life and independence for those with PD.

Beyond the Impact: Traumatic Brain Injuries and Long-Term Association with Neurodegenerative Diseases

Andrea Lugo, School of Applied Health Undergraduate Student

College of Professional Studies

A comprehensive overview of the relationship between traumatic brain injuries (TBI) and the development of neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's Disease and chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE). The poster delves into the critical roles that the proteins tau and beta-amyloid play in the neurodegeneration associated with TBI, suggesting a strong link between TBI and subsequent neurodegenerative conditions. It calls for increased research into treatment strategies and an improved understanding of TBI’s long-term effects.

Black to the Kitchen: A Genealogical Cookbook

Dillon Harp, Other Graduate Student

College of Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences

"Black To The Kitchen: A Genealogical Cookbook" intertwines culinary exploration with genealogical research to illuminate Afro-cultural foodways. From traditional family recipes rooted in West African heritage to adaptations born out of diasporic experiences, the book celebrates the richness and diversity of Afro-descendant cuisines. Moreover, the book explores the concept of the Black Kitchen as an "under commons," highlighting its historical significance as a site of resistance, resilience, and community organization, where cultural practices were preserved, solidarity was forged, and resistance movements were incubated.

Build a Causal Diagram to Compare Calculus Outcomes Across CSU Campuses

Nathan Boone, Psychology Graduate Student

College of Natural Resources & Sciences

20% of CSU students received a failing grade in Calculus 1 between 2019 and 2021. As a required course for many STEM majors, Calculus 1 outcomes have an impact on many students. When staff discuss different teaching strategies and ways to use resources, it’s natural to compare failure rates between campuses. Different CSU campuses have different student populations, so a direct comparison of outcomes may be unfair. The proposed poster describes the process of designing an analysis that could carry out a standardized comparison of calculus outcomes across campuses. Attendees will be invited to interact with the poster by adding relevant variables and pathways with sticky notes and markers.

Caffeine Supplementation and its Effects on Health and Performance in High School/College Aged Athletes

Jacob Allen, School of Applied Health Undergraduate Student

College of Professional Studies

This poster aims to summarize how caffeine supplementation affects health and performance in high school/college aged athletes. Furthermore this poster delves into how caffeine affects general health and anaerobic/aerobic performance. Following that how caffeine absorption is affected by genetics.

Cal Poly Humboldt Earth Week Quest/ Treasure hunt Evan Mack and Joe Watson Recreation Administration

Evan Mack, Other Undergraduate Student

College of Professional Studies

Our project idea involves hosting a campus-wide scavenger hunt that will span three days, featuring four quests/scavenger hunts daily, totaling twelve activities. This event is exclusively for Cal Poly Humboldt students. Our aim is to offer an exciting recreational opportunity for participants to engage in interactive and social activities outside of their dormitories, fostering a sense of community and camaraderie among students. By organizing these activities on campus, we hope to encourage students to step out of their comfort zones while still feeling connected to their academic environment.

Cal Poly Humboldt Earth Week Quest/ Treasure hunt Evan Mack and Joe Watson Recreation Administration

Evan Mack, Other Undergraduate Student

College of Professional Studies

Our project idea involves hosting a campus-wide scavenger hunt that will span three days; Mon April 22-25, 2024, featuring four quests/scavenger hunts daily, participants will be given a riddle that will lead to one of 12 buildings on campus. In these buildings, we have hidden a piece of paper with a QR code. Students must bring this QR code back to our table on the quad and win a gift card. This activity is being held in part by WRRAP. Our aim is to offer an exciting recreational opportunity for participants to engage in interactive and social activities outside of their dormitories, fostering a sense of community and camaraderie among students.

Camp Hall Project Proposal

Grey Hildebrand, College Corp Undergraduate Student

Library

Camp Hall is an idea for a summer camp-esque program that could be hosted at the Vet’s Hall for elementary aged children. It would take place over the course of a few days and would not be overnight. Veterans/Fellows would be encouraged to participate in the camp and share things like crafts, basic survival skills, story telling, gardening, cooking, and science/exploration themed activities.

Candidate Landing Sites for Artemis 3 in Two NASA Candidate Landing Regions Nearest The Lunar South Pole

Steven Gracy, Physics & Astronomy Undergraduate Student

College of Natural Resources & Sciences

This will be a poster presentation that is based on summer REU research at SETI. This REU focuses on a landing site for the Human Landing System for the NASA Artemis III mission. This poster is complete with a full abstract and pictures of two of the best candidate sites via satellite imaging from NASA and Arizona State University databases. The sites were chosen based on a list of criteria that must be met inside previously chosen landing site regions near the Lunar South Pole that we're set by NASA.