Abstracts
1. Phosphomimic mutations of malate dehydrogenase: investigating the impact of post-translational modifications on enzyme activity and metabolon formation.- Morrow, Torianne*, and Amy Parente Mercyhurst University.
2. Effects of temperature, pH, and allosteric regulators on the enzymatic activity of S8D mutant of malate dehydrogenase compared to wild-type.- LeBaron, Mikaela*, and Amy Parente Mercyhurst University.
3. Investigating the impact of the Y56D MDH1 mutant on the activity of malate dehydrogenase.- Flores, Maria F.*, and Amy Parente Mercyhurst University.
4. Regulation of malate dehydrogenase by phosphorylation: Exploring the role of T85 in enzyme function.- Sontheimer, Danielle*, and Amy Parente Mercyhurst University.
5. Effects of alcohol and nicotine e-cigarette co-exposure on biochemical changes in developing mice.- Snyder, Jillian*, Chris Needham, and Thomas Kwiatkowski West Chester University.
6. What factors influence foraging group formation in house sparrows Passer domesticus.- Soukup, Maria*, and Daniel Strömbom Lafayette College.
7. Mapping a bacterium’s cryptic journey across animal hosts.- Njogu, Alphaxand*, Callum Shutack, Veronica Jakubikova, Helene Hartman, and Dylan Shropshire Lehigh University.
8. Influence of anthelmintic medications on the aerobic bacterial populations of the equid gastrointestinal tract microbiome.- Sowers, Cassidy*, Amber Marble, and Sherri Buerdsell Wilson College.
9. Analysis of the digestibility of protein in canine pet food.- Spencer, Gabrielle*, M. Dana Harriger, and Catherine Santai Harrisburg University of Science and Technology.
10. Population of fishers (Pekania pennanti) in York County, Pennsylvania.- Teisen, Rachel*, and David Foster Messiah University.
11. Fantasy football correlation study.- Elchin, Benjamin*, and Dawn Elchin Methacton High School.
12. Determining the correlation of nodal patterns from resonating two dimensional standing waves on Chladni plates and the amplification qualities of a cello using Chladni’s law.- Slusser, Andrea* Methacton High School.
13. The power of sound: the effect of pitch on power usage.- Longwell, Daniel* Methacton High School.
14. Measuring the rate of photosynthesis using a floating leaf assay with Spinacia oleracea.- Corbeill, Nathan* 0.
15. Sigma Factor B as a potential regulator of high salinity induced conditional bacterial filamentation.- Foriska, Isabella*, and Rajinikanth Mohan Mercyhurst University.
16. Naphthalene induces UV fluorescence in Pseudomonas species isolated from Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbon-polluted soil.- Grimes, Sydney*, and Rajinikanth Mohan Mercyhurst University.
17. Trans-Golgi network and endosomal adaptors are required for ATP-dependent but not nitrogen-specific growth in Saccharomyces cerevisiae.- Alkhafaji, Mariam*, Hannah Barnett, and Quyen Aoh Gannon University.
18. Seeing gene regulation: Histone modifying complex and nuclear receptor roles in Drosophila melanogaster eye development.- Heidel-Roberts, Ethan*, Dominic DePaul*, and M. Logan Johnson University of Pittsburgh at Greensburg.
19. Using AI and proteomics data to uncover new Histone Locus Body members and interactions in Drosophila melanogaster (fruit flies).- Epp, Matthew*, and Daniel Strömbom Lafayette College.
20. The role of secretory carrier membrane protein 3 (SCAMP3) in amyloid precursor protein (APP) and beta-amyloid production.- Gautam, Saradha*, Brayden Robicheau*, and Quyen Aoh Gannon University.
21. The effect of crosslinkers on nanogel colloidal crystals.- Rogers, Madison*, and Clint Jones Mercyhurst University.
22. Analysis of vitamin C antioxidant activity.- Tran, Thuy-Tien*, and Jiangyue Zhang Immaculata University.
23. Evaluating student learning outcomes across three teaching modalities using the same set of flipped classroom materials.- Sizemore, Anne, Elise Heiss, Shannon Corcoran, Jillian Snook*, and Jillian McCue King's College.
24. Quantification of polyphenols in different tea samples using a Folin-Ciocalteu Assay.- Costantini, Kathryn*, and Clinton Jones Mercyhurst University.
25. Synthesis of bridged bicycles – compounds with medicinal applications.- Zultevicz, Victoria*, and Brian Williams King's College.
26. Differentiating raman spectra of plastics using principal component analysis.- Wright, Grace*, and Rose Mulligan Immaculata University.
27. Testing different surfactants to reduce dynamic surface tension in PSA.- Kritikson, Athena*, and Alismari Read Immaculata University.
28. Determining the partition coefficients of pigments.- Kline, Vaughn*, Benjamin McNertney*, and Catherine Santai Harrisburg University of Science and Technology.
29. Controlling the glass transition temperature of shape memory polymers for biomedical applications.- McKeague, Sean*, and Issac VonRue King's College.
30. Copper complexes as catalysts for cleavage of molecular oxygen by the particulate methane monooxygenase enzyme, using N=O as an O2 Substitute.- Dugger, Tobias*, and Thomas Kwiatkowski West Chester University.
31. Comparison study of cannabis products using a benchtop NMR and a research grade NMR.- Thomas, Mercedes*, Ling Huang, and Jiangyue Zhang Immaculata University.
32. Development of a two-part electrochemistry experiment for analytical chemistry lab.- Kemper, Heather*, and Elise Heiss King's College.
33. Total phenolic content in herbal teas.- Pierce, Liv*, and Clinton Jones Mercyhurst University.
34. The effect of starch source on the characteristics of bioplastics.- Simbar, Gwen*, Patricia Strazdus, and Andrea Nerozzi Wyoming Seminary Upper School.
35. Using genetically modified Hydra vulgaris to investigate the role of the inhibitory protein Axin in Wnt signaling.- Kuhn, Nicholas*, and Diane Bridge Elizabethtown College.
36. The function of METTL3 during spermatogenesis in Drosophila melanogaster.- Thomas, Kloe*, Jordan Smith*, and Antonio Rockwell Susquehanna University.
37. Exploring the genetic input of germline development in the arachnid Archegozetes longisetosus.- Ventura, Caitlyn*, Christina Ventura*, and Austen Barnett DeSales University.
38. Optimizing organic waste treatment processes to facilitate the food, water, and energy nexus in prototype biological life support systems.- Kafley, Prashila*, Aiden Reynolds*, Meghan Ziegler*, Joseph Tetreault, and Rachel Fogle Harrisburg University of Science and Technology.
39. The inhibitory effects of duckweed on germination and growth of common weed species.- Kowalski, Sarah*, and Cosima Wiese Misericordia University.
40. Monitoring carbon dioxide concentration patterns with inexpensive NDIR sensors through a mobile platform.- Richards, Cale*, and Derek Straub Susquehanna University.
41. The effects of BPF on tail resorption in Rana catesbeiana larvae.- Naugle, Grace*, Maya Luse*, and Angela Asirvatham Misericordia University.
42. A new targeted-federated learning framework for estimating heterogeneity of treatment effects: A robust framework with applications in aging cohorts.- Chinchilli, Vernon, Rong Zhao*, and Chixiang Chen Penn State University.
43. Assessing the correlation between California Mastitis Test results and somatic cell counts in caprine milk.- Wright, Kylie*, Deborah Austin, and Sherri Buerdsell Wilson College.
44. The cytoprotective effects of sulforaphane in IMR-90 cells.- Usher, Helene*, Owen Jenkins*, Zahraa Muhammad*, and Jaimy Joy La Salle University.
45. Assessing the validity of the Garmin Vivosmart 4 in estimating VO2 Max in male athletes.- Ellis, Gianna*, Dylan Walter, and Laurie DiRosa Immaculata University.
46. Resistance training versus aerobic training impact on blood glucose regulation: A critically appraised topic.- Ahmed, Umair*, Jonathan Olaleye*, Alex Corsones*, and Laurie DiRosa Immaculata University.
47. Short tails and shorter interactions: insights into molecular structure and the behavior of columnar liquid crystal mesophases.- Roman Jordan, Alfredo*, and Mitchell Powers Gettysburg College.
48. Using Quantum Computers to Study the Effects of Thermal Noise in Computation.- Selner, Melanie*, and Gerardo Giordano King's College.
49. The coach-athlete relationship and athlete motivation.- Ambrose, Rebecca*, Ashley Batejan*, Lauren Ladik, and Laurie DiRosa Immaculata University.
50. Presumptive color test for the detection of xylazine.- Bitner, Amber*, and Lindsey Welch Cedar Crest College.
51. Rapid quantification of edible cannabinoid products by chemiluminescence and FRAP assay.- Delgado, Juliana*, and Lindsey Welch Cedar Crest College.
52. Identification of human bodily fluids commonly found at crime scenes through analysis of DNA methylation status.- Panitz, Alexandra*, Jazmyn Davis*, and K. Joy Karnas Cedar Crest College.
53. How professional sports teams assess injury risk.- Gramlich, Arthur*, and William Wagner Immaculata University.
54. Cellobiase activity in oyster mushrooms.- Delayo, Nicholas*, Patricia Strazdus, and Andrea Nerozzi Wyoming Seminary Upper School.
55. The effects of bisphenol-F on RT4 schwannoma cell proliferation, viability, and TNF-α.- Sennett, Rachael*, Madeline Solomon, and Angela Asirvatham Misericordia University.
56. Gene expression analysis of Phytophthora infestans AA17 gene PITG_04947 in Solanum tuberosum during disease development.- Haldaman, Alanna*, and Manuel Ospina-Giraldo Lafayette College.
57. Investigation of expansins in early diverging land plant lineages.- Behney, Maddisyn*, Tyani Orta, and Robert Carey Lebanon Valley College.
58. Effects of pesticide pyrethrins on the soil microbiome.- Seagreaves, Gabrielle*, and Lara Goudsouzian DeSales University.
59. Identification of proteins that interact with Replication Protein A in a phosphylation dependent manner using the Yeast Two-Hybrid system in Saccharomyces cerevisiae.- Devine, Natalie*, Katherine Johnson*, and André Walther Cedar Crest College.
60. How does temperature affect DNA yield in blood samples?.- Hansell, Madison*, and Daniel Ginsburg Immaculata University.
61. Genetic and environmental factors that affect the natural history of chronic kidney disease.- Inch, Olivia*, and Nik Tsotakos Penn State University-Harrisburg.
62. Science Research Group: An example high school science research program.- Nerozzi, Andrea* Wyoming Seminary Upper School.
63. Secretory carrier membrane protein 3’s (SCAMP3) role in amyloid precursor protein trafficking.- Marchiori, Jared*, and Quyen Aoh Gannon University.
64. Differential expression of long non-coding RNAs associated with macrophage polarization is specific to surfactant protein A isoforms following infection with Klebsiella pneumoniae.- Castaneira, Ryan*, and Nik Tsotakos Penn State University-Harrisburg.
65. Elucidating the role of Hsd17b7 during mammalian neurogenesis.- Driver, Ashley* University of Scranton.
66. SIS-type COVID-19 and Influenza spread with collective effects.- Feczko, Allison*, Madison Bailey*, Marisa Powell, and Daniel Strömbom Lafayette College.
67. Giant basal cell cancer: characteristics of a rare, deadlier skin cancer.- Kang, Genelia*, and Ajaipal Kang Gannon University.
68. Inhibiting pancreatic tumor fibrosis: Proglumide may not function via collagen downregulation.- Azar, Michael*, and John Harms Messiah University.
69. Examining the interactions between Replication Protein A and associated proteins Mec1p, Tel1p, and Ddc2p using Saccharomyces cerevisiae and the yeast-two hybrid system.- Bonser, Hannah*, Alison Edwards, and André Walther Cedar Crest College.
70. Freshwater mussel restoration following dam removal in Bushkill Creek, Pennsylvania.- Christopher, Eurnett*, and Megan Rothenberger Lafayette College.
71. Evaluating ecological restoration progress in Bushkill Creek, PA: results of longitudinal monitoring before and after dam removal and freshwater mussel reintroduction.- Bryan, Jamie*, and Megan Rothenberger Lafayette College.
72. Legacy of charcoal hearths: Impacts on oak forest composition and succession in Pennsylvania.- Bartley, Gracie*, and David Foster Messiah University.
73. Mortality and ecological succession of an ash-dominated forest impacted by the emerald ash borer: an eight-year study.- Curtiss, Katherine*, and Christopher Dolanc Mercyhurst University.
74. Plant vigor is occurring on oak leaves after a wildfire in the New Jersey Pinelands National Reserve.- Wolfgang, Jessica*, Francesca Giardini, Vaughn Shirey, and Stephen Mason Immaculata University.
75. Testing the plant vigor hypothesis on oak (Fagales: Fagaceae) leaves after wildfires in the Pinelands National Reserve, NJ.- Giardini, Francesca*, Jessica Wolfgang, Vaughn Shirey, and Stephen Mason Immaculata University.
76. A CRISPR-Cas approach to combat ampicillin resistance in Enterobacter cloacae.- Popoola, Esther*, and Jacquelyn Maddox Harrisburg University of Science and Technology.
77. Exploring the effect of a combined cannabidiol and chlorhexidine treatment against the Streptococcus mutans.- Morgan, Nyicia*, and Yiben Wang Harrisburg University of Science and Technology.
78. In search of novel silent antibiotics produced by Serratia marcescens.- Wingard, Jacob*, and Meda Higa York College of Pennsylvania.
79. Investigating a stenothricin-like pathway: Uncovering the antibiotic potential of the soil bacteria Paenarthrobacter nicotinovorans using CRISPR/Cas9 gene editing.- Rossiter, Taylor*, Matt Vogan, and Meda Higa York College of Pennsylvania.
80. Resveratrol demonstrates antiviral activity toward the Mouse Hepatitis virus 3C-like protease.- Selesky, Kara*, Angelena Selesky*, and Dia Beachboard DeSales University.
81. Homo sapiens DNA in the Tannersville Cranberry Bog.- Glenn, Madeline*, Kade Lippitt*, and Lara Goudsouzian DeSales University.
82. Analyzing hydrogen abstraction, vinylacetylene addition (HAVA) reaction pathway for polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) synthesis in dark molecular clouds (DMCs).- Paterson, Rhiannon A.*, and Ronald Brown Mercyhurst University.
83. The quantification and analysis of microplastics in Central Pennsylvania springs.- McNertney, Benjamin*, Yiben Wang, and Catherine Santai Harrisburg University of Science and Technology.
84. 3D scaffolds – biopolymer and nanoparticle hydrogels: A systematic study of mechanical and antimicrobial properties.- Amesquita, Victor*, and Leena Pattarkine Harrisburg University of Science and Technology.
85. The use and prevalence of post-cranial antemortem trauma, pathology, and variation in human identification.- Vana, Aurora*, Rhiannon Toy*, and Joe Adserias-Garriga Mercyhurst University.
86. Analyzing the sources of variation that influence biological sex and population affinity estimations when using postcranial skeletal measurements in Fordisc 3.1.- Murray, Mackenzie*, and Luis Cabo-Perez Mercyhurst University.
87. Unexpected particle formation when adding DMSO or ethanol solutions to biological membranes.- Belanger, Julie* King's College.
88. Brew-tal for bacteria: Investigating coffee as a natural antimicrobial agent.- Perneta, Nicholas*, and Dia Beachboard DeSales University.
89. Polydatin shows no antiviral activity toward the Human Coronavirus 3C-like Proteases of HCoV-OC43 or HCoV-HKU-1.- Ziegler, Benjamin*, Cora Zilinski, and Dia Beachboard DeSales University.
90. Quercetin shows no antiviral activity toward the Human Coronavirus 3C-like Proteases of HCoV-HKU1.- Zilinski, Cora*, and Dia Beachboard DeSales University.
91. Forskolin-mediated cAMP activation in Schwann cells shows upregulated PKAc expression and downregulation of PP2A expression.- Ortega, Meghan*, and Angela Asirvatham Misericordia University.
92. Screening of Bacillus isolates suggests conserved mechanisms of heat and salt tolerance.- Flask, Isabella*, and Rajinikanth Mohan Mercyhurst University.
93. Exploring the role of the microbiome in ferroptotic processes of Hydra vulgaris.- Asper, Callie*, Kira Koutsouftikis*, and Diane Bridge Elizabethtown College.
94. High throughput screening of bacteria for prevalence of UV fluorescence.- Cook, Anna*, Kylee Crayne, and Rajinikanth Mohan Mercyhurst University.
95. Genetic screen for salt tolerance identifies Sigma Factor A as a critical transcriptional regulator of salinity stress.- Arhin, Annabel*, Isabella Foriska, and Rajinikanth Mohan Mercyhurst University.
96. Characterizing the role of QbsC and QbsD in antibiotic production in Alcaligenes faecalis strain DS8_19 from York County.- Stube, Judah*, Jordan Wilson*, and Meda Higa York College of Pennsylvania.
97. A novel method of genotyping yeasts involved in beer production using quantitative PCR and High Resolution Melt Analysis.- Adams, Kaleigh*, Gracie Domingo-Whitfield*, and André Walther Cedar Crest College.
98. CRISPR/Cas9 knockout of a fragin biosynthetic gene in Pseudomonas laurylsulfativorans.- Brown, Nya*, and Cecilia Bove York College of Pennsylvania.
99. Finding antibiotic producers using the crowded-plate technique.- Updegrove, Madelyn*, and Jennifer Hayden Cedar Crest College.
100. Isolation and characterization of Paracoccus sp. ME4, a carotenoid producing strain isolated from freshwater.- Allshouse, Tim*, Victoria Abramczuk, and Emily Stowe Bucknell University.
101. Characterizing the glycoprotein-receptor interaction of Hantavirus infections.- Adesola, Opeoluwa*, and Meda Higa York College of Pennsylvania.
102. Antimicrobial potential of bacterial isolates from Ficus carica leaves.- Maamari, Jessica*, Lauren Heiland, and Jennifer Hayden Cedar Crest College.
103. Porphyromonas gingivalis growth is disrupted by oral commensal metabolites and e-liquids.- Safi, Sabeen*, Danna Berro*, Juliette Amram*, and Giancarlo Cuadra Muhlenberg College.
104. Efficacy of phage K on killing Staphylococcus aureus grown in biofilm.- Aiello, Nicholas*, and Joshua Loomis East Stroudsburg University.
105. Efficacy of anthelmintics on parasite load in horses in Central Pennsylvania.- Donelson, Hayley*, and David Matlaga Susquehanna University.
106. Minimal heterocyst formation distance and akinete density in a filamentous cyanobacteria isolate.- Klews, Cristoph*, Samantha Orosz*, and Emily Stowe Bucknell University.
107. Isolation and genetic characterization of antibiotic-producing bacteria from water samples.- Kitzhoffer, Ashlee*, and Jennifer Hayden Cedar Crest College.
108. Evaluating the cytotoxicity of novel phosphaplatins in breast cancer cells.- McHenry, Emily*, and Robert Mishur Widener University.
109. The effects of cinnamon e-liquids on THP-1 macrophage differentiation and gene expression.- Tomov, Sophie*, and Giancarlo Cuadra Muhlenberg College.
110. Cell-free expression of a genetically encoded fluorescent ATP sensor.- Rasa, Christina*, Angela Asirvatham, and Cosima Wiese Misericordia University.
111. Eaf’s effect on NuA4 histone acetylation.- Oye-mba, Angele*, and Daniel Ginsburg Immaculata University.
112. Investigating how Jazf-1 acts as a functional bridge between histone modifying complexes and nuclear hormone receptors.- Beam, Alayna*, and Matthew Johnson University of Pittsburgh at Greensburg.
113. Modeling endometrial stromal sarcomas using JAZF1 gene fusions.- Crookston, Justin*, and M. Logan Johnson University of Pittsburgh at Greensburg.
114. An experimental and computational approach to studying anti-tumor activation of mouse macrophages.- Shaver, Bridget*, Diego Zelaya, Robert A. Kurt, and Chun Wai Liew Lafayette College.
115. Optimizing anti-tumor RNA longevity in murine bone marrow-derived macrophages and validating the role of NFkB in the anti-tumor response.- Lass, Melissa*, Amanda Pratt*, Robert Kurt, Chun Wai Liew, and Molly Dormer Lafayette College.
116. Evolving more alcohol-tolerant yeast for brewing.- Trainor, Maddy*, and Daniel Ginsburg Immaculata University.
117. Acrylamide’s effects on chromosome loss in Saccharomyces cerevisiae.- Abdeljebbar, Douaa*, Haven Rand*, and Lara Goudsouzian DeSales University.
118. Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) destabilizes trinucleotide repeat tracts in Saccharomyces cerevisiae.- Ferguson-Richards, Adore*, Zahra Imrani*, Antonio Rinaldi*, and Lara Goudsouzian DeSales University.
119. Development of a larval salivary gland culturing system for the black fungus gnat, Bradysia coprophila.- Ivory, Leigh*, and Michael Foulk Mercyhurst University.
120. Investigating the role of phosphorylation in malate dehydrogenase activity and metabolon formation.- Larick, Connor*, Alyson Cooper, Marina Evert, and Amy Parente Mercyhurst University.
121. The effects of lipid synthesis inhibitor ND-630 on fungal species Aspergillus fumigatus, Candida albicans, and Cryptococcus neoformans in comparison to fluconazole.- Wolf, Judith*, Amber Marble, and Kathryn Sarachan Wilson College.
122. Examining the impact of post-translational modifications on the bridging interactions of cancer associated protein Ddc2p with Replication Protein A and Mec1p using the budding yeast Saccharomyces cerevisiae.- Edwards, Alison*, and André Walther Cedar Crest College.
123. How effective is sunscreen at preventing UV-mediated DNA damage?.- Bocaj, Gabriel*, and Daniel Ginsburg Immaculata University.
124. Mutating yeast for faster fermentation.- Saintillien, Berrangere*, and Daniel Ginsburg Immaculata University.
125. Establishing a model system to study inflammatory signaling in human macrophages.- Kuehner, Laura*, and Isis Rivera-Walsh Messiah University.
126. How do different DNA double strand break repair pathways contribute to resistance to chemotherapy?.- Kiederling, Jessica*, and Daniel Ginsburg Immaculata University.
127. Identification of a putative pathophysiological mechanism for dysregulated gastrointestinal transit in fluoroquinolones-associated disability.- Muhl, Courtney*, Maral Ganzorig*, and Cecilia Bove York College of Pennsylvania.
128. Using CRISPR-Cas9 to delineate the antibiotic potential of uncharacterized genes in Paenarthrobacter nicotinovorans.- Garcia, Naiara Bernice*, and Meda Higa York College of Pennsylvania.
129. From bacteria to bugs: Bridging gene expression across domains.- Velastegui, Michelle*, Chloe Benjamin*, and K. Joy Karnas Cedar Crest College.
130. Phthalates in e-cigarettes and toxicity to male reproductive tissue.- Ford, Daniel*, and Thomas Kwiatkowski West Chester University.
131. Characterization of BetI expression on antibiotic drug sensitivity.- Richards, Abigail*, and Joy Karnas Cedar Crest College.
132. Determining the efficacy of anti-fibrotic treatment in advanced pancreatic cancer using whole-slide imaging.- Fitz, Faith A.*, and John F. Harms Messiah University.
133. Ethanol depletion dynamics in open-system breath alcohol simulators.- Fogarty-Harnish, Oliver*, Jill K. Yeakel, Ted L. Pauley, Ed T. Svirbely, and Shawn P. Barry Harrisburg University of Science and Technology.
134. The effects of serotonin transporter gene variations on major depressive disorder treatment and anxiety.- Lugo, Adrian*, Amber Marble, and Deborah Austin Wilson College.
135. Determining the anti-angiogenic properties of CTZ1, a novel drug being investigated for age-related macular degeneration.- Alkhafaji, Fadi*, Jeremy Burda, and Mahita Kadmiel Allegheny College.
136. The cytotoxicity of synthetic dye Red 40 and its metabolites cresidine-4-sulfonate and 1-amino-2-naphthol-sulfonic acid on the Caco-2 human colon cell line.- Steele, Hailey*, Kathryn Sarachan, Amber Marble, and Sherri Buerdsell Wilson College.
137. Comparison of ethanol and acetaldehyde exposure on developing zebrafish.- Zerebilov, Rozalia*, and Jennifer Ness-Myers Messiah University.
138. Characterization of a chemical hypoxia model in developing zebrafish.- Kersten, Elise*, and Jennifer Ness-Myers Messiah University.
139. Impact of PCSK9 inhibitors versus statins alone on clinical outcomes in patients with elevated Lp(a): A retrospective cohort study.- Beiler, Joshua* Penn State University.
140. A general framework for modeling biological control of the spotted lanternfly and similar invasive pests.- Brochu, Jackie*, and Daniel Strömbom Lafayette College.
141. A bacterial weapon: a novel domain that enhances insect sterility.- Van Vlaenderen, Lore*, Jocelyn Lu, Josh Mirsky, and Dylan Shropshire Lehigh University.
142. Elucidating the heterogeneity of wing morphology in D. melanogaster using Wasserstein geometry.- Gibbs, Evan* York College of Pennsylvania.
143. Using Google Trends to improve monitoring of the invasive spotted lanternfly in the United States.- Lippitt, Kade*, Caroline Maciejewski, Jonathan Katzenmoyer, Emily Ringholm, and Alex Huynh DeSales University.
144. Invertebrate abundances change with the presence of slugs (Gastropoda: Pulmonata) in pitfall traps.- Doyle, Aidan*, Liam Semmler, and Vaughn Shirey Immaculata University.
145. Predicting beetle (Insecta: Coleoptera) communities through biotic and abiotic variables on Hog Island, Maine.- Semmler, Liam*, Aidan Doyle, Vaughn Shirey, and Stephen Mason Immaculata University.
146. Nickel response of irt1 mutants in Arabidopsis thaliana.- Undieh, Unimakon*, and Michael Shin Messiah University.
147. Agronomic evaluation and oil analysis of flax varieties (Linum usitatissimum L.) in South-Central Pennsylvania.- Stults, Isabelle*, Roseann Sachs, and Janet Barroga-Matanguihan Messiah University.
148. Meiofauna community composition and vertical zonation in intertidal mudflats, Chincoteague Bay, Virginia.- Maldonado, Vincent*, and Emily Basile Delaware Valley University.
149. Modeling coral reef and crown of thorns starfish Acanthaster solaris interactions to conserve reef health.- Hoitt, Julianna*, and Daniel Strömbom Lafayette College.
150. Coral bleaching – An innovative, sensitive, and predictive approach using glutamate dehydrogenase as a biomarker.- Callaghan, Natalya*, and Leena Pattarkine Harrisburg University of Science and Technology.
151. Abundance of psychrotolerant members of gamma proteobacteria in estuarine beach.- Baker, Jeanette*, Teagan Thomas, Sydney Grimes, and Rajinikanth Mohan Mercyhurst University.
152. Evidence for enemy release in the invasive New Zealand mud snail.- Suter, Gavin*, Nicole Flanders, Gracie Harlow, and Edward Levri Penn State University-Altoona.
153. Reading between the draglines: The effect of male and female fishing spider Dolomedes triton silk on whirligig beetle Dineutus assimilis behavior and predation.- Persons, Kelsey*, and Matthew Persons Susquehanna University.
154. Fishing out invasives: how are native tessellated darters reacting to the presence or absence of invasive banded darters?.- Milligan, Scott*, Sara Ashcraft, and Matt Wilson Susquehanna University.
155. Jaw dropping mechanics: Preliminary insights from a simplified analysis of shark jaw properties.- Bortz, Jordyn*, and Frank Varriale King's College.
156. A GIS analysis of the impacts of climate change on distribution and biodiversity of elasmobranch species.- Miller, Rebecca*, Albert Sarvis, and Rachel Fogle Harrisburg University of Science and Technology.
157. Prescribed burns as an invasive species management strategy in Jacobsburg State Park, PA.- Fanning, Connor*, and Megan Rothenberger Lafayette College.
158. Fire as an ecosystem management tool: Does burn season affect plant composition?.- Demaree, Kate*, and Megan Rothenberger Lafayette College.
159. Thyme (Thymus vulgaris) to thrive: exploring the most effective controlled environment agriculture (CEA) system for sustainable growth.- Maley, Mackenzie*, Joseph Tetreault, and Rachel Fogle Harrisburg University of Science and Technology.
160. Using benthic macroinvertebrates to indirectly determine water quality.- Katona, Charles*, and Rebecca Urban Lebanon Valley College.
161. Using Google Trends to improve monitoring of the invasive spotted lanternfly in the United States.- Maciejewski, Caroline*, Kade Lippitt, Jonathan Katzenmoyer, Emily Ringholm, and Alex Huynh DeSales University.
162. Beech leaf disease in two Pennsylvania state parks.- Caporaletti, Luciana, Emma Sokaloski*, and Brandon Mabey* Penn State University-Wilkes-Barre.
163. Exploring the role of glutaredoxin, GrxS16, in improving root development under salt stress.- Zinn, Hannah*, and Tej Man Tamang York College of Pennsylvania.
164. Effects of commonly found microplastics on terrestrial plant growth and reproduction.- Naugle, Grace*, and Cosima Wiese Misericordia University.
165. Comparison of isolation techniques for Epichloë endophyte.- Moyer, Michaella*, and Tammy Tintjer King's College.
166. Using Hemp (Cannabis sativa) for the Phytoremediation of Lead and Arsenic in Former Orchard Soils on Delaware Valley University’s Campus.- Broom, Michael*, Carla Garzon, and Jaclyn Fiola Delaware Valley University.
167. A study of fungal pathogens of hemp in Bucks County PA.- Molineros, Isabel*, Danielle Bowman, Emily Brophy, Matthew Izuka, Ameer Awawda*, and Carla Garzon Delaware Valley University.
168. Herbicide and surfactant effects on eggsac eclosion and spiderling survival in the wolf spider Tigrosa helluo.- Kapushinski, Isabelle*, Lilia Wiest, Elizabeth Levin, Madison Sangrey, Brianna Livezey, Isaiah Bomboy, Ashley Marchessault, Delana Spencer, and Matthew Persons Susquehanna University.
169. Comparing ant (Hymenoptera: Formicidae) communities on Harbor Island, Maine.- Hong, Brianna*, Diana Geditz, Kelly Orlando, and Stephen Mason Immaculata University.
170. Comparing cave cricket (Orthoptera: Rhaphidophoridae) communities on Harbor Island, Maine.- Geditz, Diana*, Brianna Hong, Stephen Mason, and Kelly Orlando Immaculata University.
171. Measuring avoidance of predator odor cues in wild birds.- Dotta, Austin, Jonathan Katzenmoyer, Caroline Maciejewski, Kade Lippit, James Knowles, Afaf Nazif*, and Alex Huynh DeSales University.
172. Unlocking antibiotics: The role of soil microbes.- Haddad, Joy*, Taylor DeHaven, and Dia Beachboard DeSales University.
173. Surveillance of tick-borne diseases at DeSales University’s campus.- Donovan, Angelena*, Kara Selesky*, and Dia Beachboard DeSales University.
174. Characterization of Endobacteria Isolated from Wild Mushrooms from Allegheny National Forest.- Wiegand, Sydney*, Hannah Bojczuk, Brice Hansen, and Rajinikanth Mohan Mercyhurst University.
175. Exploring Myxococcus xanthus as a sustainable approach for iron bioremediation.- Bonnet, Ashley*, and Akeisha Belgrave Harrisburg University of Science and Technology.
176. Powering small devices using electricity generated from the mud through Geobacter and Shewanella within microbial fuel cells (MFCs), known as mudwatts.- DeNucci, Christine Kate*, Dhara Javia, and David Glick King's College.
177. Identifying Mushroom Species using Polymerase Chain Reaction.- Watson, Emilie*, and Rajinikanth Mohan Mercyhurst University.
178. Evaluating the role of SCAMP3 on CXCR4 trafficking.- Franz, Allison*, Alexander Hurtado*, and Quyen Aoh Gannon University.
179. The effects of bisphenol S on the viability and proliferation of glial cells in the peripheral nervous system.- Solomon, Madeline*, Rachael Sennett, and Angela Asirvatham Misericordia University.
180. Galangin gains: Evaluating galangin as a natural ally against inflammation.- Perneta, Nicholas*, Victoria Kenney, Colin Cloud, Emaleigh Kramer, Joshua Rizzardi*, Cassandra Zellner, Sarah James, Nandana Varier, and Joshua Slee DeSales University.
181. From ocean to ointment: Evaluating the anti-inflammatory effects of Lampire Lobster Hemocyanin.- Perneta, Nicholas, Victoria Kenney*, Colin Cloud, Emaleigh Kramer, Joshua Rizzardi, Cassandra Zellner, Sarah James, Nandana Varier, and Joshua Slee DeSales University.
182. CD44 isoform dynamics: Unveiling its role in SV40 T-antigen induced transformation of human diploid fibroblasts.- Berry, Sophia*, and Jane Cavender Elizabethtown College.
183. Correlation of SV40 T-antigen Viral Oncoprotein Accumulation with Aggressive Growth Characteristics of Transformed Human Diploid Fibroblasts.- Zivny, Kassandra*, and Jane Cavender Elizabethtown College.
184. E-liquids disrupt macrophage phagocytosis against Escherichia coli.- Tabakha, Maya*, and Giancarlo Cuadra Muhlenberg College.
185. Chromosome number and segregation behavior in the green lacewing Chrysoperla rufilabris.- Maslin, Valoria*, and Leocadia Paliulis Bucknell University.
186. Chromosome segregation dynamics in meiosis I, meiosis II, and mitosis in the cells of milkweed bugs (Oncopeltus fasciatus).- Kianersi, Hedyeh*, and Leocadia Paliulis Bucknell University.
187. Chromosome segregation dynamics in meiosis I, meiosis II, and mitosis in the cells of house crickets (Acheta domesticus).- Aryal, Sweta*, and Leocadia Paliulis Bucknell University.
188. Co-segregating X1 and X2 chromosomes in yellow sac spiders are not connected in metaphase I.- Ruccolo, Maria*, and Leocadia Paliulis Bucknell University.
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190. Quantifying primary tumor fibrosis in a metastatic model of murine pancreatic cancer.- Ambrosino, Marian*, and John Harms Messiah University.
191. Exploring quiescence-specific protein markers in human fibroblasts.- Jenkins, Owen*, David Rothblat, and Jaimy Joy La Salle University.

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