Nova Southeastern University

Evaluation of Four-Factor Prothrombin Complex Concentrate Dosing for Major Bleeding Following Cardiac Surgery

Four-factor prothrombin concentrate complex (4F-PCC) may be used for significant bleeding following cardiac surgery but the optimal dosing has not been established. The purpose of this study was to compare two dosing strategies of 4F-PCC in cardiac surgery patients. This retrospe...

Parasite community structure in slimy sculpin (Cottus cognatus) and longnose dace (Rhinichthys cataractae) from tributaries experiencing different levels of oil sands development

Parasite community species richness and structure were assessed in slimy sculpin ( Cottus cognatus ) and longnose dace ( Rhinichthys cataractae ) from the Steepbank and Firebag rivers, two tributaries of the Athabasca River (Alberta, Canada) experiencing differing degrees of oil...

Faith, Family, Service, and Tradition: Exploring Leisure as a Pathway to Well-Being in Caribbean American Older Adults

Date presented: April 24, 2026 Primary Author and Speaker: Nardia Aldridge, nardiaaldridge@gmail.com

Bridging disciplines, preventing falls: A simulation-based IPE experience with OTD and medical students

Date presented: April 23, 2026 Primary Author and Speaker: Linda C. Frasier, lfrasier@nova.edu

Lactoferrin and Healthy Aging: Gut, Immune, Iron, and Mitochondrial Mechanisms

Aging is characterized by progressive dysregulation of interconnected biological systems, including immune function, gut integrity, iron homeostasis, and mitochondrial metabolism, which collectively contribute to inflammaging, oxidative stress, frailty, and age-related disease. L...

Deploying Meaningful Medical Informatics and Artificial Intelligence Solutions in the Clinical Field: A Call to Action for Researchers in Cardio-Oncology Informatics

Abstract Rapid advances in oncology care have resulted in a growing population of cancer survivors, many of whom suffer from short- and long-term cancer therapy related cardiovascular toxicities (CTR-CVT). Cardio-oncology aims to diagnose and manage these cardiovascular condition...

The chromosomal genome sequence of the blushing star coral, Stephanocoenia intersepta (Lamarck, 1816) (Scleractinia: Astrocoeniidae) and its associated microbial metagenome sequences

We present a genome assembly from a specimen of Stephanocoenia intersepta (blushing star coral; Cnidaria; Anthozoa; Scleractinia; Astrocoeniidae). The assembly contains two haplotypes with total lengths of 656.21 megabases and 656.55 megabases. Most of haplotype 1 (94.84%) is sca...

Identifying Essential Topics for an Introductory Training Course on Eating Disorders:

There are no widely agreed-upon guidelines in the United States for topics that should be included in introductory training courses for identifying and treating eating disorders (EDs). The purpose of this study was to conduct a Delphi survey, bringing together a diverse group of...

The chromosomal genome sequence of the boulder star coral, Orbicella franksi (Gregory, 1895) (Scleractinia: Merulinidae)

We present a genome assembly from a specimen of Orbicella franksi (boulder star coral; Cnidaria; Anthozoa; Scleractinia; Merulinidae). The genome sequence has a total length of 496.97 megabases. Most of the assembly (95.24%) is scaffolded into 15 chromosomal pseudomolecules. The...

Diagnostic Accuracy of Artificial Intelligence for Dental Caries Detection Across Clinical Imaging Modalities: A Systematic Review and Descriptive Synthesis

Background/Objectives: Published estimates of artificial-intelligence (AI) accuracy for dental caries differ in imaging modality, lesion threshold, observational unit, reference standard, and validation design. We mapped the clinical composition and credibility of this evidence a...

3D-Printed Poly(Lactic-co-Glycolic Acid) Binder-Based Self-Hardening Calcium Phosphate Bone Scaffolds

Three-dimensionally (3D)-printed alpha-tricalcium phosphate (α-TCP) scaffolds, fabricated through a low-temperature hydrothermal dissolution-precipitation process, replicate the structural and compositional features of native bone. Reinforcing hydrothermally processed α-TCP with...

Weigh-In to Fight Night: Dietary Strategies of Professional MMA Fighters

Background/Objectives: Professional mixed martial arts (MMA) athletes routinely partake in practices to elicit rapid weight loss before official weigh-in, followed by aggressive rehydration and nutritional recovery before competition. Although weight-cutting strategies have been...

Beyond the Breaking Point: Solutions for Burnout in Orthopaedic Surgery

Burnout, characterized by emotional exhaustion, depersonalization, and reduced professional fulfillment, has emerged as a critical issue in orthopaedic surgery. Affecting an estimated 30–40% of surgeons, burnout has been associated to increased medical errors, malpractice risk, d...

Comparison of training background and characteristics between osteopathic and allopathic team physicians in professional sports leagues

CONTEXT: Team physicians (TPs) play a critical role in professional sports, providing medical care for athletes under high-pressure conditions. These positions are highly competitive, influenced by previous affiliations, training pedigree, and institutional connections, with fell...

The chromosomal genome sequence of the spiny sea fan, Muricea muricata (Pallas, 1766) (Malacalcyonacea: Plexauridae) and its associated microbial metagenome sequences

<ns5:p> We present a genome assembly from a <ns5:italic>Muricea muricata</ns5:italic> specimen (spiny sea fan; Cnidaria; Anthozoa; Malacalcyonacea; Plexauridae). The genome sequence has a total length of 453.40 megabases. Most of the assembly (98.45%) is scaffolded into 16 chromo...

Enabling Functional Independence: A Scoping Review of Upper Extremity Assistive Devices for Adults With Progressive Neuromuscular Diseases

BACKGROUND: Assistive technology offers an important means of compensating for lost upper extremity function in adults with progressive neuromuscular diseases (NMD), enabling participation in daily activities, supporting independence, and promoting quality of life. However, the r...

The Long-Term Effect of Auto-Generated Corrective Exercise Programming on Movement Literacy Among Firefighters

Introduction: Approximately 50% of firefighter injuries occur in the musculoskeletal system and poor movement quality increases injury risk. Previous research suggests that corrective exercise interventions with integrated movements improve movement literacy; however, the long-te...