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Abstracts

Abstracts

  • Posters

    Limitations of Antithrombotic Therapies for Post-Operative and Bed-Bound Patients: A Review of Evidence-Based Literature

    Presenter(s): Molly Hillman, Seth Jackson, Hunter Milliard, Sarah Brown

    Faculty Mentor(s): Rebecca Dias, MSN, FNP-BC

    An in-depth discussion about the various types of antithrombotic therapies available to patients as well as the limitations of their use.

    LD 1422, SP 472 An Act To Strengthen Laws Protecting Members of Law Enforcement and Promote In-classroom Drug Use Avoidance Education

    Presenter(s): Kaylyn Hewitt, Miriah Fournier, Serena Lufkin

    Faculty Mentor(s): Lori Deschaine

    We will be presenting on educating about substance use within the school system.

    Decreasing Hospital Acquired Infections with Non-Pharmacological Methods

    Presenter(s): Karoilne Dillenbeck

    Faculty Mentor(s): Sarah Bushey

    The Extended Learning Opportunities program helped me to get a job shadow in the dermatology department at Northern Light A.R. Gould Hospital. This experience allowed me to sample and explore different paths to Medical school with constant support. Overall, I was very impressed with the variety of procedures I was able to watch during my 4-hours experience at the hospital. I witnessed consultations, yearly body exams, multiple ways to remove a wart, biopsies, and the removal of precancerous cells/melanomas. I think this is an excellent opportunity for students to explore jobs, build their resumes, and gain experience while getting paid.

    Detecting Unmarked Graves in Haines Cemetery of Fort Fairfield

    Presenter(s): Brendan Blackstone and Gavin Hemphill

    Faculty Mentor(s): Chunzeng Wang

    Haines Cemetery of Fort Fairfield was founded in the 1800's. Using Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) technology and Trimble GPS, we were able to scan below the surface of the ground to detect and mark suspected graves.

    Suspected Graves of Haines Cemetery, Fort Fairfield, Maine

    Presenter(s): Gavin Hemphill and Brendan Blackstone

    Faculty Mentor(s): Chunzeng Wang

    In the old Haines Cemetery of Fort Fairfield, out of the 15 suspected sites found through the GPR scan, 3 are not near a headstone. This signifies the possibility of unmarked graves in this cemetery. Drone, GPS, and GIS technologies were also used to make a map of the cemetery.

    Town of Chapman Updated GIS Parcel Database

    Presenter(s): Ethan Albair

    Faculty Mentor(s): Chunzeng Wang

    This project was to update the 2012 parcel database of the town of Chapman by using ArcGIS. The update was based on scanned current tax maps and the ArcGIS editing tools were used for the update. The project helps property management and planning purposes

    Updating Castle Hill Property Parcel GIS Database

    Presenter(s): Malachi Fitzherbert

    Faculty Mentor(s): Chunzeng Wang

    This project is about updating the property parcel GIS database for the township of Castle Hill. It was based on 8 scanned hard-copy tax maps with changes that have been made over the last 10 years that have yet to be updated on the ArcGIS database. The updated digital GIS parcel map will be used by town officials for land management and planning and by general public after it is made available on the town's website.

    Updating Mapleton GIS Property Parcel Map

    Presenter(s): Bailey-Michelle LaPlante

    Faculty Mentor(s): Chunzeng Wang

    The purpose of this project is to update the digital parcel GIS map of Mapleton. The current hard-copy tax maps marked for updates/changes were scanned and saved into PDF files for referencing where the updates on the current but old property parcel GIS shapelfile when updating with ArcGIS. The parcel GIS map is generally used for property management and land planning purposes. It can be also used by general public for identifying property for purchase and other purposes.

    Effect of PFAS levels in local streams on worm regeneration

    Presenter(s): Frankie Pierce & Joseph Ryan

    Faculty Mentor(s): Judith Roe

    Local streams were analyzed for the presence of the forever chemicals called PFAS, and one stream draining from a deactivated Air Force base had high PFAS levels. We used the annelid worms Lumbriculus variegatus in a regeneration bioassay to test effects of the PFAS and found conflicting results on their growth and regeneration.

    LD 1404, HP 900: An Act Requiring Insurance Companies to Cover the Care of Expectant Mothers in Adoption Cases & Provide Notice to that Coverage to Pregnant Women

    Presenter(s): Cathy Murchison, Jordan Dickson, and Taylor Riddell

    Faculty Mentor(s): Lori Deschaine

    LD 1404, HP 900 is about requiring healthcare insurance companies to guarantee financial coverage to an adoptive parent expecting.

    Biodegradation of Low-density Polyethylene by Pleurotus ostreatus

    Presenter(s): Ben Snow & Wyatt Braun

    Faculty Mentor(s): Larry Feinstein

    We will be presenting about the potential for Pleurotus ostreatus in bioremediation of Low-Density Polyethylene. This is to look at the effectiveness of the mycelium to degrade plastic, and to further our understanding of how the degradation process occurs.

    Maine LD 2002- An Act to Provide Incentives to Schools That Contract for Certain Social Work and Family Therapy Services

    Presenter(s): Cassie Chambers, Mckenzie Gallagher, Maddie Buzza

    Faculty Mentor(s):Lori Kilcollins

    A brief talk about Maine's Legislative Document #2002 regarding the highlights of the bill, pros and cons, and results conducted from a survey developed to understand opinions about the bill.

    LD 50, HP 25 "An Act to Prevent Child Abuse and Neglect by Developing a System to Ensure Child and Family Well-being"

    Presenter(s): Lauren Magno, Hannah White, and Maleena Morse

    Faculty Mentor(s): Lori Deschaine

    The poster presentation will be about LD 50, HP 25 "An Act to Prevent Child Abuse and Neglect by Developing a System to Ensure Child and Family Well-being". We will be doing a survey and talking about the results of the survey as well as additional research that we find.

    A Hyperspectral Data Processing Toolbox for Ice Cores

    Presenter(s): Caleb Ames, Winona Christnot-Peters, Gianni Rosario

    Faculty Mentor(s): Mark Royer

    We present ice-core hyperspectral imaging software actively being developed at the University of Maine at Presque Isle in collaboration with the Climate Change Institute at UMaine. The software automates error detection and speeds up visualization.

    Guided GAP: Software to Streamline USDA Auditing Documentation

    Presenter(s): Robert Ramsey

    Faculty Mentor(s): Mark Royer

    Local potato growers must complete extensive and time-consuming Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) and food-safety inspection audits annually. This project aims to automate the process to increase preparation efficiency.

    An analysis of factors affecting migratory bird spring arrival - a 44-year dataset from Aroostook County

    Presenter(s): Stephen Grierson

    Faculty Mentor(s): Jason Johnston

    Various factors impact when migratory birds arrive during the spring migration. Using data from 1969-2013 from Hammond, ME we will report hypotheses tested for multiple factors that could impact arrival date for 32 species of short and long-distance migratory birds.

  • Session 1

    Going Beyond Our Limits

    Presenter(s): Kyle Nichols/Ricky Goupille

    Faculty Mentor(s): Dr. J

    Join us to find out how two UMPI students went beyond their perceived limits to bring a message of hope and positivity to the world.

    Classroom Management 101

    Presenter(s): Rebecca Book

    Faculty Mentor(s): Wendi Malenfant

    Participants will learn about strategies for creating an effective learning environment.

    UTimes, Mytimes... OurTimes!

    Presenter(s): Christie Oneill, Marah Russell, Damien Parson, Leah Saucy, Laura Lyons

    Faculty Mentor(s): Jennifer Lynds

    The importance of student-led journalism. An emphasis on The University Times and its contribution to UMPI's campus.

    Outliers in Action: The Business Club's Journey of Defying Expectation

    Presenter(s): Christian Guimond, Jonathan Guimond, Sarah Black

    Faculty Mentor(s): Stacey Emery, Kimberly Jones

    How the presence of our club has impacted those around us, for the good. understanding the responsibilities of each of the stakeholders, is key to establishing core connection within our campus and off-campus communities alike.

  • Session 2

    Empowering Education: The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Learning

    Presenter(s): Ryan Sonderman

    Faculty Mentor(s): Reed Nonken, Seth Woodman

    This presentation delves into the role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in education. We will explore how AI can empower both educators and learners through personalized learning, intelligent tutoring systems, and data analytics. We will also discuss the ethical considerations and challenges associated with AI integration. Through real-world examples, attendees will gain insights into the practical applications of AI in education and envision a future where technology enhances learning experiences.

    Creatively Capturing Character

    Presenter(s): Meagan Blanchard, Mikey Bramble, Erik Elmer, Ricky Goupille, Kyle Nichols

    Faculty Mentor(s): Dr. Jacqui Lowman

    Students in their Feature Writing class learned that everyone has infinite stories. Join them as they share how they dug beneath the surface. Dedicated to Erik Elmer.

    Hurricane Island ELO: Fall 2023

    Presenter(s): Tori Raeihle, Joseph Doll & Sierra Bryant

    Faculty Mentor(s): Sarah Bushey

    Three students visited Hurricane Island and will tell their exceptional stories about their experiences with scientific research education.

    DisEducated:The Deculturalization of Aroostook County and the Aftermath

    Presenter(s): Tia Saucier, William Williams, Dawson Whitten, and Aubrey Sinclair

    Faculty Mentor(s): Tomasz Herzog

    An examination of the deculturalization of French Acadian, MicMac, and Maliseet communities in Aroostook County and the effects of homogenization on communities in northern Maine.

  • Session 3

    Giving Voice to the Voiceless: UMS Members Speak

    Presenter(s): Ricky Goupille, Kyle Nichols

    Faculty Mentor(s): Dr. Jacqui Lowman

    Two PCJ students discuss how they helped give voice to the voiceless at six of the eight UMaine System schools. Their work will be presented to the system at the end of the semester to help make change for DEIAB related issues, which are more than meet the eye.

    Women & Crime - Service Learning Project

    Presenter(s): Haley Johnston, Jaime Bryan, Len Baptista, Andrew Serfes, Reagan Calvin, Kristin Ray

    Faculty Mentor(s): Dr. Lisa Leduc

    Students in CRJ/SOC 378 - Honors Women & Crime will present their Service Learning Project working with women in the Houlton jail and Caribou sober house.

    The Sexualization of Women In Horror

    Presenter(s): Alexei Olmstead

    Faculty Mentor(s): William Jenkins

    The presentation is centered around how women are portrayed in horror films, mostly touching on how violence against women is often shown as sexual fanservice instead of suffering like their male counterparts. It will go over different horror films that are examples of this, provide brief summaries of key points in each, and then analyze the data collected all together along with a glimpse into the demographic consuming these films via comment sections and their thoughts on the matter.

    Conservation and Climate: Extended Learning Opportunities at the Atlantic Salmon Hatchery and the Climate Change Institute

    Presenter(s): Joseph Ryan, Abbie Yarema, Caleb Ames

    Faculty Mentor(s): Sarah Bushey, Dave Putnam, Mark Royer

    Our presentation describes the importance of conservation, specifically with Atlantic salmon, and with climate change and code creation for ice core samples.

  • Session 4

    Adventures in Louisville, KY

    Presenter(s): Haley Johnston, Jamie Bryan, Maddie Buzza, Alex Harrington

    Faculty Mentor(s): Dr. Lisa Leduc

    Members of the Criminal Justice Club will share their experiences from a trip to Louisville KY include police ride-alongs; private tour of Churchill Downs; specialized training and fun tourist sites.

    Visual Art and Graphic Design: ELOs at UMPI and Wintergreen Arts Center

    Presenter(s): Joe Michaud, Emma Theriault, Isabella Theriault

    Faculty Mentor(s): Sarah Bushey, Mark Knight, and Gretchen Violette/Dottie Hutchins as mentors

    This presentation represents the aspects of two Different ELOs that involve art, including the journey and takeaways from the internship.

    Truthfully Yours: Explorations in Creative Nonfiction

    Presenter(s): Belen Dougherty, Aubrey Sinclair

    Faculty Mentor(s): Deborah Hodgkins

    Belen Dougherty and Aubrey Sinclair, students in ENG 313, Creative Nonfiction, will share works of literary nonfiction ranging from the humorous to the poignant.

    Three Years in Paradise

    Presenter(s): Ricky Goupille, Kyle Nichols

    Faculty Mentor(s): Dr. Jacqui Lowman

    Join PCJ seniors Kyle Nichols, and Ricky Goupille as they reflect on their three years' worth of transformational work in UMPI's small but mighty Professional Communication and Journalism program.

  • Session 5

    Studying Abroad

    Presenter(s): Nick Hammond

    Faculty Mentor(s): Jennifer Buzza

    The presentation is about bringing to light about studying abroad.

    From Glaciers to Graphs: The Process of Hyperspectral Data Analysis

    Presenter(s): Caleb Ames

    Faculty Mentor(s): Mark Royer

    This talk provides an overview of the timeline of ice cores. We will trace their journey from glaciers, where they are collected by climate scientists, to the laboratory, where information is gathered and stored on computers. The ice-core data is processed to generate visualizations using a software toolbox I am developing. This presentation outlines the steps and highlights various results.

    Substance Use and its Effect on Loved Ones (Family)

    Presenter(s): Serena Lufkin, MacKenzie Gallagher, Miriah Fournier

    Faculty Mentor(s): Shawna Trough

    In this presentation we are going to be looking at substance use and the effect that it has on loved ones and families. When talking about this, we will cover topics like how many people are affected by loved ones who use substances and thee long-lasting problems in relationships and unhealthy behaviors that families may engage in because of their loved one's substance use.