2024 Posters

AIB-10 Market Research to explore a new product: VATI

Braylon K. Winston, North Greenville University
Christina King-Johnson, North Greenville University

University Readiness Center Greatroom

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

AIB-11 The Relationship Between Playing Time and NIL Deals

Zac Jennings, Spartanburg Methodist College
Crystal Brown, Spartanburg Methodist College
Maria Kirthcart, Spartanburg Methodist College

University Readiness Center Greatroom

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

AIB-2 AI-Driven Industry Growth

Jayashree Vykuntam Ms, University of South Carolina - Upstate
Uma Gupta Mrs., University of South Carolina - Upstate

University Readiness Center Greatroom

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

AIB-4 "AI-based Security Analytics for Smart Grid Systems"

SRINIVAS CHOKKA, University of South Carolina - Upstate
AKM Jahangir Alam Majumder, University of South Carolina - Upstate
Steven Beltran, University of South Carolina - Upstate

University Readiness Center Greatroom

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

AIB-5 Transformative Trends: Integrating General AI in Revenue Cycle Management for Healthcare Optimization

Te'Aira Wray, USC Upstate
Dr. Uma Gupta, USC Upstate

University Readiness Center Greatroom

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

AIB-6 The Use of Auditory Data and the Role of Machine Learning as a Diagnostic Tool for Early-Onset Alzheimer’s Disease

Seth M. Taylor, Anderson University
Scarlett Saitta, Anderson University - South Carolina
CJ Rylands, Anderson University
Olukayode Karunwi, Anderson University - South Carolina

University Readiness Center Greatroom

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

AIB-7 Use of Deep Learning Algorithms in Improving Stroke Prediction Accuracy using Multi-layer Perceptron (MLP) Neural Networks

Ivan VanBeverhoudt Jr, Anderson University - South Carolina
Daniel Boyd, Anderson University - South Carolina
Ben Mullikin, Anderson University - South Carolina
Stephen A. Ojo, Anderson University - South Carolina

University Readiness Center Greatroom

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

AIB-8 Automated Labeling of Camera Trap Images: Enhancing Efficiency and Accessibility in Ecological Research

Benjamin S. Sale, Wofford College
Beau Christ, Wofford College

University Readiness Center Greatroom

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

AIB-9 The Growing Gap in Accounting Professional Availability

Nagaswarna Yalamarthi, University of South Carolina - Upstate
Elizabeth Cole, University of South Carolina - Upstate

University Readiness Center Greatroom

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

BEC-1 Survey of parasites in Ictalurus punctatus (Channel Catfish) of the Savannah River Basin at Little River in McCormick, South Carolina

Savannah Cade, Lander University
Jason Lee, Lander University

University Readiness Center Greatroom

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

BEC-2 Metazoan Parasites Infecting Lake Greenwood Fish

Kyra Smith, Lander University
Jason P. Lee, Lander University

University Readiness Center Greatroom

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

BEC-3 Lake Murray, SC: Concentrations of Heavy Metals in Both Sediment and Water Samples

Alexander H. Ellis, Lander University
Ralph H. Layland, Lander University
Jason Emory, Lander University

University Readiness Center Greatroom

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

BEC-4 How Trout Rearing Ponds Turn into a Predation Sink

Kylie Morrison, Southern Wesleyan University
Jeffrey Mohr, Southern Wesleyan University

University Readiness Center Greatroom

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

BEC-5 Basking Rate Acclimation of Easter Painted Turtles (Chrysemys picta picta)

Brandon L. Mercado, University of South Carolina - Upstate
David Ferris, University of South Carolina - Upstate

University Readiness Center Greatroom

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

BEC-6 The self-fertilization rate of a model species for fern biology: Intragametophytic selfing and gametophytic isolate potential of Ceratopteris richardii

Reynalda O. Vazquez, University of South Carolina - Upstate
Benjamin R. Montgomery, University of South Carolina - Upstate

University Readiness Center Greatroom

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

BMB-1 Molecular Response of Embryonic Zebra Finch Brain to Acute Sound Playback

Saidat O. Adeniran-Obey, Clemson University
Julia M. George, Clemson University
Mahalia Frank, Queen Mary University, London
David F. Clayton

University Readiness Center Greatroom

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

BMB-10 Impact of SARS-CoV NSP1 on mRNA Transcription and Metabolism

Mario R. Romero, University of South Carolina - Upstate
Anita Nag, University of South Carolina - Upstate

University Readiness Center Greatroom

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

BMB-11 Establishment of a Respiratory Model for the Study of SARS-CoV-1 Nsp1 Intracellular Functions

Christine D. Fasana, University of South Carolina School of Medicine Greenville
Ayan Dasgupta, University of South Carolina School of Medicine Greenville
Emily Fowler, Furman University
Rian Sharp, University of South Carolina School of Medicine Greenville
Anita Nag PhD, University of South Carolina - Upstate
Jennifer T. Grier PhD, University of South Carolina School of Medicine Greenville

University Readiness Center Greatroom

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

BMB-2 High Cellular Fatty Acid Level Differentially Impacts Anaerobic Glycolytic Capacity in Human Adult and Fetal Skeletal Muscle Cells.

Alana Kang
Seth Arana
Bradley Baumgarner, Associate Professor

University Readiness Center Greatroom

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

BMB-3 Gene Expression, Epigenetic Marks, and Cellular Stress Changes Induced by High Vitamin B12

Aujahla Elmore-Mack, University of South Carolina - Upstate
Devon Espinoza Lee, University of South Carolina- Upstate
Kharissa I. Williams, University of South Carolina- Upstate
Megan A. Reilly, University of South Carolina- Upstate
Bryson A. Green, University of South Carolina - Upstate
Kim Shorter, University of South Carolina - Upstate

University Readiness Center Greatroom

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

BMB-4 MiR-718 Impacts H4 modifications Involved in Cancer

Megan A. Reilly, University of South Carolina- Upstate
Bryson A. Green, University of South Carolina - Upstate
Kharissa I. Williams, University of South Carolina- Upstate
Aujahla Elmore-Mack, University of South Carolina - Upstate
Devon Espinoza Lee, University of South Carolina- Upstate
Kim Shorter, University of South Carolina - Upstate

University Readiness Center Greatroom

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

BMB-5 Investigating the effects of miR-718 on GOS28/GS28 expression and vesicle movement in SH-SY5Y cells

Kharissa I. Williams, University of South Carolina- Upstate
Samiriah Stokes, University of South Carolina- Upstate
Kim Shorter, University of South Carolina - Upstate

University Readiness Center Greatroom

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

BMB-6 Vitamin B12 induces ASD and cancer-related changes to Histone 3 modifications

Olivia Castaneda, University of South Carolina- Upstate
Kim Shorter, University of South Carolina - Upstate

University Readiness Center Greatroom

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

BMB-7 MiR-718 impacts an epigenetic mark to regulate miR-132 expression: Implications in ASD and cancer

Andres Villegas, University of South Carolina - Upstate
Alexis Garcia, University of South Carolina- Upstate
Kim Shorter, University of South Carolina - Upstate

University Readiness Center Greatroom

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

BMB-8 Nanoparticle Uptake in Human Intestinal Epithelial Cells

Mikayla C. Spangler, University of South Carolina - Upstate
Scott Tanner, University of South Carolina - Upstate

University Readiness Center Greatroom

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

BMB-9 Interaction Between the Viral RNA Leader Sequence and NSP1 in SARS-Coronavirus-1 and 2

Laurie F. Melton, University of South Carolina - Upstate
Anita Nag, University of South Carolina - Upstate

University Readiness Center Greatroom

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

CPM-1 Development of Phthalocyanine Glycoconjugates for PDT

Tessa Greene, University of South Carolina - Upstate
Paula B. Melton, University of South Carolina - Upstate
Valeria Perez-Espinosa-de-los-Monteros, University of South Carolina - Upstate
Joshua Ruppel, University of South Carolina - Upstate

University Readiness Center Greatroom

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

CPM-10 A Hybrid Resampling Algorithm Using in Parallel/Distributed Particle Filters

Xudong Zhang, USC Upstate
JAMES GREGG
keeghan brown

University Readiness Center Greatroom

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

CPM-11 Building A Manipulable Cylindrical Magnetron Sputter System

Rachel J. Vondergeest, Anderson University
Chad Louis Rodekohr, Anderson University

University Readiness Center Greatroom

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

CPM-12 Design and Development of a Molecular Beacon for the Detection of Lyme Disease Using a Microfluidic Platform

Rachel Walters, Lander University
Nathan Mugande, Lander University
Jason M. Emory, Lander University

University Readiness Center Greatroom

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

CPM-2 Removal of Peanut Protein Using Magnetic Nanoparticles for Use in Immunotherapy

Nicholas C. Bright, University of South Carolina - Upstate
Anselm Omoike, University of South Carolina - Spartanburg

University Readiness Center Greatroom

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

CPM-3 Reactive Oxygen Species (ROS)-Triggered Carbon Monoxide (CO) Prodrugs for Targeted Delivery

Andrew T. Polatty, Presbyterian College
Kimberly De La Cruz, Presbyterian College

University Readiness Center Greatroom

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

CPM-4 SERS and UV-Vis of Rhodamine B on Au and Ag Nanoparticles

Lauren T. Driggers, Presbyterian College
Latha A. Gearheart, Presbyterian College

University Readiness Center Greatroom

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

CPM-5 The Cytotoxic Effects of Extract Filtration Methods on MCF-7 Breast Cancer Cell Line

Lauren G. Baskin, Anderson University - South Carolina
Diana S. Ivankovic, Anderson University - South Carolina
Christian E. Bryson, Anderson University
Micah C. Huddlestun, Anderson University - South Carolina
Evans M. Long, Anderson University - South Carolina
Brooklyn C. Pace, Anderson University - South Carolina
Martyna Z. Radzicka, Anderson University - South Carolina
James M. Rodgers, Anderson University - South Carolina
Ashley E. Skoog, Anderson University - South Carolina
Montana V. VanZant, Anderson University - South Carolina
Dylan L. White, Anderson University - South Carolina
McKenzie L. Campbell, Anderson University - South Carolina
Donna R. Weinbrenner, Clemson University

University Readiness Center Greatroom

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

CPM-6 Challenges of Creating an Excitation-Emission Matrix

Skye M. Kessler, Lander University
Sontee M. Irvin, Lander University
David Gardner PhD, Lander University

University Readiness Center Greatroom

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

CPM-7 Visualizing Abstract Algebra

Cenya Neal, University of South Carolina - Upstate
Victor W. Summers, University of South Carolina Upstate

University Readiness Center Greatroom

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

CPM-8 Europa Unveiled: A Multi-Wavelength Analysis

Trinity A. Ward, Lander University
Michelle Deady, Lander University

University Readiness Center Greatroom

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

CPM-9 Investigating the Unjamming Transition for the Development of a Soft-Robotic Gripper

Jacob K. Clerc, Presbyterian College
Ashton J. Shannon, Presbyterian College
Eli Thomas Owens, Presbyterian College

University Readiness Center Greatroom

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

HGS-1 Determination of Fc𝜸R Expression and Binding Specificity on Human Sperm via Fluorescent Detection Methods

Mallorie M. Gainey
Jennifer T. Grier, USC School of Medicine Greenville
William E. Roudebush, USC School of Medicine Greenville
Richard Kordus, Prisma Health

University Readiness Center Greatroom

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

HGS-2 Assessing an actin-binding protein, Thymosin Beta-4, for the treatment of Acanthamoeba keratitis

Luis Jose Sanchez Ferrer, University of South Carolina School of Medicine Greenville
Lesly Temesvari PhD, Department of Biological Sciences and Eukaryotic Pathogens Innovation Center (EPIC) at Clemson University

University Readiness Center Greatroom

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

HGS-3 The Influence of a Tandem Cycling Program in the Community on Physical and Functional Health, Therapeutic Bonds, and Quality of Life for Individuals and Care Partners Coping with Parkinson’s Disease

Leila Djerdjour, university of south carolina school of medicine greenville
Jennifer L. Trilk

University Readiness Center Greatroom

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

HGS-4 A Systematic Review of the Association between Drinking Water Quality and Health Outcomes in Low and Middle-Income Countries

Amber Jacobsen, University of South Carolina School of Medicine-Greenville
Sara dos Santos Almeida, Copenhagen University
Peter Kjær Mackie Jensen, Copenhagen University

University Readiness Center Greatroom

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

HGS-5 Integrating Expert Perspectives on Current and Future Challenges for Robotic Assisted Surgery (RAS) Workflow

Melanie Gainey, university of south carolina school of medicine greenville
Jackie Cha, Clemson University
Alfredo Carbonell, Prisma Health

University Readiness Center Greatroom

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

HHP-1 Assessment of dining services on college campuses.

Michael J. Saulen, North Greenville University
bryson doty, North Greenville University
jassica conard, North Greenville University
bailey b. crowe, North Greenville University
christina k. johnson, North Greenville University

University Readiness Center Greatroom

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

HHP-10 Multidrug Resistance in Lung Cancer Cells

Carter J. Baytes, Presbyterian College
Amy R. Messersmith, Presbyterian College School of Pharmacy

University Readiness Center Greatroom

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

HHP-11 Understanding Child and Parent Feelings After Exposure to a Hostile Stimuli

Meherrin J. Poteat, University of South Carolina - Upstate
Christa Christ, University of South Carolina - Upstate
Jennifer Gray, University of South Carolina - Upstate
Courtney Mcdonald, University of South Carolina - Upstate

University Readiness Center Greatroom

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

HHP-12 The Role of Social Media and Anti-Asian Discrimination in Asian Students’ Mental Health Amid Covid-19

Shuang Hundley Dr

University Readiness Center Greatroom

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

HHP-2 Effects of Weight Training on College Students

Aaliyah Crittenden, Spartanburg Methodist College
Bre'Yonna Mills, Spartanburg Methodist College
Karmen Bailey, Spartanburg Methodist College
Josiah Nerro, Spartanburg Methodist College
Jennifer Hyder, Spartanburg Methodist College

University Readiness Center Greatroom

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

HHP-3 Comparing Fitness Data of Cadets in South Carolina to the General Population: A Pilot Study

Justen Chatman, University of South Carolina - Upstate
Ming-Chi Sung, University of South Carolina - Upstate
Matthew Brisebois, University of South Carolina - Upstate

University Readiness Center Greatroom

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

HHP-4 Differences Observed with H:Q Ratio and ACL Injuries during Modified Agility T-test and Depth Jumps: A Pilot Study

Kaitlyn M. Quinn, Lander University
Reyna L. Bueno, Lander University
Jeff Barfield, Lander University

University Readiness Center Greatroom

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

HHP-5 The Effects of Golf Club Weight on Lower Body Muscle Activation, Angular Velocity of the Club Head, and Carry Distance.

Jesse M. Seay, Lander University
Jeff Barfield, Lander University
Caroline Dickey, Lander University

University Readiness Center Greatroom

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

HHP-6 Impact of Weightlifting on Overall Health

Avery Hawk, Spartanburg Methodist College
Jacie Ross, Spartanburg Methodist College
Emily Kelly, Spartanburg Methodist College
Jennifer Hyder, Spartanburg Methodist College

University Readiness Center Greatroom

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

HHP-7 Pre- and Post-effects of COVID-19 on College Students

Miracle Bowers, Spartanburg Methodist College
Hosea Steen, Spartanburg Methodist College
Jeniya Outten, Spartanburg Methodist College
Jennifer Hyder, Spartanburg Methodist College

University Readiness Center Greatroom

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

HHP-8 Barriers and Facilitators to Regular Physical Activity and Healthy Eating Behaviors in Schools: Perspectives of South Carolina School Personnel

Logan J. Camp-Spivey, University of South Carolina - Upstate
Susan D. Newman, Medical University of South Carolina
Robert N. Stevens
Michelle Nichols, Medical University of South Carolina

University Readiness Center Greatroom

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

HHP-9 Gender Differences in Ischemic Stroke Patients with Coronary Artery Disease and Hypertension Excluded from rTPA

Nikhil P. Kulkarni, University of South Carolina - Columbia
Thomas I. Nathaniel, USC School of Medicine Greenville
Oreoluwa O. Coker-Ayo, University of South Carolina - Columbia
Emmanuel I. Nathaniel, North Greenville University
Samuel I. Nathaniel, North Greenville University

University Readiness Center Greatroom

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

HSE-1 Sense of Belonging among college students

Jorge Luis Riesgo-Rivera, North Greenville University
Gabriel Nelson, North Greenville University
Hannah Thomas, North Greenville University
Megan Turner, North Greenville University
Christina King-Johnson, North Greenville University

University Readiness Center Greatroom

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

HSE-2 The Impact of Knowledge on the Stigma Surrounding Autism Spectrum Disorder

Mollie K. Goforth, University of South Carolina - Upstate
Susan Ruppel, University of South Carolina - Upstate

University Readiness Center Greatroom

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

HSE-3 Style of Parenting Among Hispanics in the United States

Alondra Velazquez, Spartanburg Methodist College
Mary Jane Farmer Dr., Spartanburg Methodist College

University Readiness Center Greatroom

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

HSE-4 Wisdom of Akazome Emon

Joe W. Stone, Spartanburg Methodist College
Kirk Hansen, Spartanburg Methodist College

University Readiness Center Greatroom

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

HSE-5 Ulysses S. Grant's campaign against the Confederate army

Michael J. Estes III, Spartanburg Methodist College
Kirk Hansen, Spartanburg Methodist College

University Readiness Center Greatroom

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

HSE-7 Implementing Student-Led Group CESL Projects in a Pilot Digital Photography and Urban Sociology Cluster Course

Colby King, University of South Carolina - Upstate
Bridget Kirkland, University of South Carolina - Upstate
Mo Kessler, University of South Carolina - Upstate

University Readiness Center Greatroom

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

HSE-8 The Revitalization of the Hazel Green Academy

Josephine Traver, Morehead State University
Jennifer M. Nguyen, Morehead State University

University Readiness Center Greatroom

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

HSE-9 Exploring Elementary Teachers' Implementation Journey with Reading Programs

Sarah D. Duvall, Presbyterian College
Julia Wilkins Dr., Presbyterian College

University Readiness Center Greatroom

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

PSY-1 Better-Than-Average Effect: Biases in Social Comparative Judgment

Michael Canon Jr., University of South Carolina - Upstate
Susan Ruppel, University of South Carolina - Upstate

USC UPSTATE

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

PSY-2 Perceptions of Homeless Individuals

Miranda C. Graves, University of South Carolina Upstate
Jennifer M. Gray, University of South Carolina - Upstate
Susan E. Ruppel, University of South Carolina - Upstate

University Readiness Center Greatroom

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

PSY-4 A Preliminary Investigation of Tiered Valance Feedback on the FRN

Abigail Billiu, USC Upstate
Jordan McDonald, USC Upstate
Kayla Pinkerman, USC Upstate
Jesse Galvan-Gonzalez, USC Upstate
Michelle Phillips-Meek, Limestone University
Scott Meek

University Readiness Center Greatroom

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

PSY-5 The Nose Smells What the Eyes See: The Effect of a Visual on Olfactory Perception

Brooke Bonner
Kenneth Barideaux Jr, University of South Carolina - Upstate

University Readiness Center Greatroom

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

PSY-6 Mobile Device Use Among 4- and 5-Year-Olds: Perspectives from Parents and Teachers

Madison E. Pruitt, Presbyterian College
Julia Wilkins, Presbyterian College

University Readiness Center Greatroom

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

PSY-7 Peer Effects of Seeking Mental Health Help From a Professional

Devanshi Patel, University of South Carolina - Upstate
Susan Ruppel, University of South Carolina - Upstate

University Readiness Center Greatroom

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

PSY-8 “Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words w̶i̶l̶l̶ n̶e̶v̶e̶r̶ hurt me.” Perceptions of Verbal Abuse Text Messages Among College Students

Avery M. Kearse, University of South Carolina - Upstate
Kenneth J. Barideaux Jr, University of South Carolina - Upstate

University Readiness Center Greatroom

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM