Accepted Manuscripts on Science & Sustainability

Life Sciences & BiologyThe Biological Science & Technology category serves as a central platform for exploring contemporary technologies and  the complexities of living organisms and the fundamental mechanisms that drive biological systems. We emphasize high-impact research spanning molecular biology, genetics, ecology, biotechnology, and physiological systems. This research helps us document vital discoveries, ranging from microscopic cellular processes to large-scale ecosystem dynamics, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of life in our rapidly changing environment.

Convolutional Neural Network Mediated Detection of Pneumonia

Author: Rohan Ghotra

June 05, 2022

Pneumonia, a fatal lung disease, is caused by infection of Streptococcus pneumoniae; it is detected by chest x-rays that reveal inflammation of the alveoli. However, the efficiency by which it is diagnosed can be improved through the use of artificial intelligence. Convolutional neural networks (CNN...

Seeing Through the Scan: The Impact of fMRI Evidence on Juror Satisfaction and Verdicts

Author: Isabella Souza

May 25, 2022

The areas of the brain that become active when formulating a lie, or “deceit patterns, are denoted on fMRI scans, yielding results that are more accurate than the polygraph. Using publicly available court records and fMRI results obtained from previous literature, the extent to wh...

Depolarizing Polarity: Data Mining Shared Likes on Twitter to Uncover Political Gateway Groups

Author: Jonathan A. Bar-On

March 30, 2022

This project applies a new theory in the field of intergroup conflict known as “Gateway group theory,” which posits that to decrease conflict between two groups, a third group with specific characteristics that appeal to both sides needs to be identified, enabling them to act as a medium...

The Effects of High-Deductible Insurance on Human Well-Being and Health

Author: Hrishi Joshi

February 22, 2022

Effective health insurance policies are of the utmost importance as they shape the lives of and provide safety to billions of people worldwide. Under the broader umbrella of general health insurance, the high-deductible health plan (HDHP) is a relatively recent idea. The HDHP essentially consists of...

The Legacy Effects of a Defoliating Spring Frost Event on SpeciesSpecific Leaf Level Photosynthesis

Author: Prableen Kaur

January 15, 2022

Extreme weather events are becoming more prevalent with increasing global temperatures. In the Northeastern U.S., spring frost events are destroying forest ecosystems by defoliating newly budded trees. In order to grasp a better understanding of community dynamics and carbon fluxes, it is imperative...

Leveraging Social Media to Maximize Hotel Marketing Effectiveness

Author: Keonha Bae

December 10, 2021

Through platforms such as Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube, hotels are appealing to diverse audiences, leveraging influencer and celebrity voices that resonate with specific demographics. Combining social media, influencer partnerships, celebrity endorsements, and user-generated content provides a str...

Convolutional Neural Network Mediated Detection of Pneumonia

Author: Rohan Ghotra

October 14, 2021

Pneumonia, a fatal lung disease, is caused by infection of Streptococcus pneumoniae; it is detected by chest x-rays that reveal inflammation of the alveoli. However, the efficiency by which it is diagnosed can be improved through the use of artificial intelligence. Convolutional neural networks...

The Efficacy of Chitosan on the Construction and Function of Compostable Wind Turbine Blades

Author: Cathrine Sakin

August 10, 2021

Recently, publications displaying landfills dominated by wind turbine blades, composed primarily of composite materials, have caused public anxieties to rise. Though there has been much research analyzing the benefits of thermoplastic alternatives, such substances, though preferable, are limited by ...

The Legacy Effects of a Defoliating Spring Frost Event on Species-Specific Leaf Level Photosynthesis

Author: Prableen Kaur

May 19, 2021

Extreme weather events are becoming more prevalent with increasing global temperatures. In the Northeastern U.S., spring frost events are destroying forest ecosystems by defoliating newly budded trees. In order to grasp a better understanding of community dynamics and carbon fluxes, it is imperative...

Seeing Through the Scan: The Impact of fMRI Evidence on Juror Satisfaction and Verdicts

Author: Isabella Souza

May 07, 2021

The areas of the brain that become active when formulating a lie, or “deceit patterns, are denoted on fMRI scans, yielding results that are more accurate than the polygraph. Using publicly available court records and fMRI results obtained from previous literature, the extent to wh...