Indiana University – Purdue University Indianapolis

Engaging Youth in STEAM Through Benjamin Banneker–Inspired Community Learning Experiences

Out-of-school learning spaces offer a powerful opportunity to immerse learners in culturally responsive STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics) learning experiences. The three STEAM learning experiences presented in this article are interdisciplinary and p...

Response to “Comment on ‘Pediatric Esophageal Biomechanics and Remodeling: Integrating Distensibility and Compliance Beyond Luminal Diameter’”

Data sharing is not applicable to this article as no datasets were generated or analyzed during the current study.

Perioperative care for patients with opioid exposure and opioid use disorder: screening and treatment strategies

PURPOSE OF REVIEW: The prevalence of opioid tolerance, dependence, and use disorder is increasing among patients presenting for surgical care, yet perioperative management strategies for these patients remain inconsistent. This review examines the impact of preoperative opioid ex...

Validation of the Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support (MSPSS) in Diné bizaad (Navajo): randomized comparison of a community translation versus a forward translation

The Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support (MSPSS) is a 12-item psychometric instrument that assesses perceived social support (PSS) with a well-established three-factor structure: family, friends, and significant others. Having a way to measure PSS is important becau...

Investigating Preadmission Metrics and Early Academic Performance in Master of Physician Assistant Studies Students

INTRODUCTION: A growing number of student applications to graduate physician assistant (PA) programs has highlighted the need for effective selection of candidates. Much of the work in this area has focused on connecting student course grades and performance in the national board...

Effectiveness of RSV Prevention Strategies in US Infants: 2024–2025

OBJECTIVE: In 2023, 2 products, a long-acting monoclonal antibody (nirsevimab) and maternal respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccination, were recommended in the United States to prevent severe RSV disease among infants in their first RSV season. Low uptake during the 2023 to 20...

How Does Receipt of Dementia Screening Impact Depressive Symptoms Among Patients and Their Family Members?

BACKGROUND: The impact of dementia screening on the mental health of older adults and their family members remains insufficiently understood, particularly in light of the bidirectional dynamics within the older adult-family dyad. This study aims to examine how dementia screening...

Sexually Dimorphic Developmental Trajectories of Cortical and Subcortical Subfields in Early Childhood

Chronic socio-economic adversity is associated with altered neurodevelopment. However, its relation to sex-specific brain structure during early childhood remains incompletely understood. We examined structural magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) data from 79 children aged 6-7 years...

Derivation of Pediatric Emergency Preparedness Checklist for Urgent Care Centers

OBJECTIVES To develop a consensus-based pediatric emergency preparedness checklist tailored for urgent care centers, addressing policies, procedures, personnel, equipment, and medications necessary to stabilize critically ill or injured children prior to transfer. METHODS A modif...

Halicin‑Rifampicin Combinations Are More Effective Than Monotherapy Against Biofilm‑Residing Staphylococcus Aureus and Prevent Emergence of Rifampicin Resistance

Background: Biofilms shield bacteria from immune defenses and antibiotics, contributing to implant-associated infections, particularly those caused by Staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus). Halicin, a repurposed antimicrobial with broad-spectrum activity, has shown promise against pl...