Undergraduate Research at FIU (URFIU) Conference

Michael Curtiz: Master of Assimilation

Roman Amento, Florida International University

FIU Wellness & Recreation Center

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Parental Absence in Modern Narratives

Mario Avalos, Florida International University

FIU Wellness & Recreation Center

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Improving the Genome Editing Efficiency in Aedes Aegypti

Maraiyah Baksh, Florida International University

FIU Wellness & Recreation Center

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

The Application of Ion Mobility Spectrometry and Ultrahigh Resolution Spectrometry for Analysis of Anti- Microbial Peptides from Frog Skin Secretions

Benjamin Bokor, Florida International University

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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

The Effects of Sucralose on Aquatic Plants

Madeleine Bolivar, Florida International University

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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Variation of Soil pH and its Effects on Nutrient Composition in Plants

Carolina Bravo, Florida International University

FIU Wellness & Recreation Center

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Perceived Realism and Deaf Perception

Kathryn Brudzinski, Florida International University

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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

The Final Straw: The Impact of the Plastic Straw Ban on Beverage Companies

Alyssa Cagan, Florida International University

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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Synthesis, Structure and Properties of Two Symmetrical Oxorhenium(V) Dimers Derived From 4-Chloro Pyrazole

Juliana Cazzaniga, Florida International University

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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Transmissable Cancer in Tasmanian Devil (Sacrophilus harrisii) and Canine Animal Populations Explained through Immune System Downregulation in Immunocompetent Hosts

Ravinder Chale, Florida International University

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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Abstract

Michelle Chang, Florida International University

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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Gene Positioning in Chemosensitive and Chemoresistant Ovarian Cancer Cell Lines

Jessica Cobb

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Fairchild Tropical and Botanic Garden

Myles Covington, Florida International University

FIU Wellness & Recreation Center

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Loyalty to the King: The Circuits’ Interpretation of the Overhauled ‘Police-Created Exigency’ Doctrine

Alexander Cuneo

FIU Wellness & Recreation Center

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Teacher Turnover in Broward County Public Schools

Alexa Del Mazo, Florida International University

FIU Wellness & Recreation Center

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Do Male Eastern Mosquitofish (Gambusia holbrooki) Color Morphs Differ In Feeding Behavior?

Nicole Diaz

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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Measuring the Factors Implemented in Medication Adherence Applications to Improve Adherence Among Adolescents

Kaylinn Escobar, Florida International University

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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Tracing Biogeochemical and Geospatial Indicators In Urban Fluvial Systems Resulting From Tidal Flooding

Gonzalo Eyzaguirre, Florida International University

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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Effects of Late-Night Politics on Adolescents

Rachelle Fernandez, Florida International University

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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Computational Analysis of Spark Plasma Sintering: Heat Transfer and Temperature Distribution

Rodolfo Fernandez, Florida International University

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

The Moral Dilemma of Film: The Ethicality of Female Journalist Characters

Anna Forst, Florida International University

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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Know Your Fascia – A Review of How Understanding Fascia Can Aid in Posture Restoration and Injury and Pain Prevention Among Various Populations

Michaela Francis, Florida International University

FIU Wellness & Recreation Center

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

What are the Effects of Procrastination on the Mental Health and Academic Performance of High-School Students?

Alejandro Galelella, Florida International University

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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

The Rise of Apple, Inc.: Opportunities and Challenges in the International Marketplace

Alberto Garcia Marrero, Florida International University

FIU Wellness & Recreation Center

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

To What Extent Are High School Athletes Knowledgeable About Sports Nutrition?

Sebastian Garcia, Florida International University

FIU Wellness & Recreation Center

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Competition, Cooperation and Communication: International and Minority Student – Athletes

Sherilene Gelderblom, Florida International University

FIU Wellness & Recreation Center

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Peripheral Neuropathy and Interpersonal Relationships

Arravintha Gobinathan, Florida International University

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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Are International Soccer Games Tied to Government Disputes Associated with Higher Levels of Entertainment?

Athitheya Gobinathan, Florida International University

FIU Wellness & Recreation Center

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

How Does The Character Wonder Woman in the Recent Released 2017 Film Impact the Self-Esteem of Female High School Students?

Daniela Gonzalez, Florida International University

FIU Wellness & Recreation Center

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

How are Adolescents’ Academic Performance Affected by Narcissistic Tendencies?

Isabella Gonzalez, Florida International University

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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Technology Crossing Borders

Laura Guerrero, Florida International University

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Tracing Biogeochemical and Geospatial Indicators in Urban Fluvial Systems Resulting From Tidal Flooding

Sean Harkins, Florida International University

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

How Does the Perception of the Ideal Female Body Differ Amongst High School Students?

Adriana Hernandez, Florida International University

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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

To What Extent Does the Movie ‘Hidden Figures’ Inform High School Students on the Contributions Made by African American Women in the Field of Astronomy?

Robert Hernandez, Florida International University

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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

The Development, Validation and Implementation of a Social Support Instrument to Predict Student Engagement in STEM Courses

Gema Jazomino, Florida International University

FIU Wellness & Recreation Center

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Ion Channel Expression Regulation by Sodium and Potassium in Vascular Endothelial Cells

Monica Karas, Florida International University

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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Video Introductions from Authors Can Aid Non-Science

Kiana Kasmaii, Florida International University

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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Gulf Coast Coastal Infrastructure Management in Response to the 2017 and 2018 Atlantic Hurricane Season

Vishwa Krishnan, Florida International University

FIU Wellness & Recreation Center

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Annona montana Extracts on Differentiation in murine 3T3L1 Cells

Ivy Leung, Florida International University

FIU Wellness & Recreation Center

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Extent of Interpretation of Polarized Light Amongst Genetically Modified D. Melanogaster

Tyler Loring, Florida International University

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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

The Portrayal of Women and Racial/Ethnic Minorities in ‘Game of Thrones’

Isabella M. Lozano, Florida International University

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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Downtown Abbey and the English Women’s Labour Movement

Ioana Lungescu, Florida International University

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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Worksheets Can Aid Non-Science Majors in Understanding Primary Scientific Literature

Chelsey Manrique, Florida International University

FIU Wellness & Recreation Center

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Female Representation in Nintendo Video Games: How It Has Changed Over the Last 30 Years

Allison Marrero, Florida International University

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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Germany’s Open-Door Policy

Marissa Martin, Florida International University

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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Mechanistic Studies of Mycobacterium Tuberculosis Topoisomerase 1 Inhibition by Endogenous Toxin Rv1495

Rosemarie Martinez Borrero, Florida International University

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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

How is the Personal Use of Mobile Devices (Smartphones) During Classes Affecting Academic Performance in High School Students?

Carolina Martinez, Florida International University

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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

The Well-Being of Adolescents: A Biocognitive Perspective

Renata Martinez, Florida International University

FIU Wellness & Recreation Center

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

American Horror Cinema: The Influence of Physical and Psychiatric Disabilities

Kayla Mejia, Florida International University

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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Adapting Pion Mentorship Program to Prepare Students for Post-Graduation

Kathryn Mendez, Florida International University

FIU Wellness & Recreation Center

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Structural and Evolutionary Analysis of the Activation Mechanism in the SK Channel-Calmodulin Complex

Brittany Montesino, Florida International University

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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

What Barriers are Faced in the Progression of Successful Male Contraceptive Trials and Studies?

Natalie Musumeci, Florida International University

FIU Wellness & Recreation Center

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Financial Realism in the Romantic Comedy

Veronica Nocera, Florida International University

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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

VTOL UAV: For Littoral Combat Ships

Brian O'Farrell, Florida International University

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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Portrayal of Characters in Video Games - Affect on Player Assumptions

Ricardo Olavarrieta, Florida International University

FIU Wellness & Recreation Center

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Kinematics & Dynamics of a Planar Manipulator 2DOF

Beatriz Oliva, Florida International University

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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

To What Extent is Mobile Phone Addiction Problematic in High School Students?

Danelis Olivera, Florida International University

FIU Wellness & Recreation Center

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

To What Extent Have Climatic Variables Impacted the Species Projection of Amphidromus Albers, in Accordance with Chirality Since 1950?

Raquel Palacio, Florida International University

FIU Wellness & Recreation Center

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

The Drag Paradox: RuPaul’s Drag Race’s Representation of Drag Queens and its Effects on the LGBT+ Community

Mia Perdomo, Florida International University

FIU Wellness & Recreation Center

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Reconceiving the Role of Immersive Professional Development Experiences on K-12 STEM Teacher Retention in the Classroom

Ariadna Pereiras, Florida International University

FIU Wellness & Recreation Center

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Hurricane Tracking Using Neural Networks

Adrian Perez, Florida International University

FIU Wellness & Recreation Center

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

PCR Machine

Alain A. Perez, Florida International University

FIU Wellness & Recreation Center

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

How Does Gaming Affect High School Students in Relation to Aggression and Pro-Social Behavior in a Miami-Dade Setting?

Habana Perez, Florida International University

FIU Wellness & Recreation Center

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Amygdala Activity and Psychological Well-Being: A U-shaped Hypothesis

Dereck Phrathep, Florida International University

FIU Wellness & Recreation Center

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Prevalence and Predictors of Bacterial Vaginosis (BV) Among Pregnant Women in Rural South India

Meera Prasad, Florida International University

FIU Wellness & Recreation Center

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Transplant Location Dependent Mitigation Of Traumatic Brain Injury Pathology and Motor Deficit in Rats

Liz M. Quesada, Florida International University

FIU Wellness & Recreation Center

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Mapping Genetic Diversity and Insecticide Resistance of Aedes Aegypti in Florida

Jessica Quinones, Florida International University

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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

The Relationship Between Sunspots and Global Temperatures

Diego Rivera, Florida International University

FIU Wellness & Recreation Center

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Video Games and Academic Performance in High School Students

Jorge Pedro Rodriguez, Florida International University

FIU Wellness & Recreation Center

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Video Games and Academic Performance in High School Students

Jorge Pedro Rodriguez, Florida International University

FIU Wellness & Recreation Center

10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

A Preliminary Analysis of the Performance of Monolingual and Bilingual Students on Executive Functioning Tasks

Maria Angela Rodriguez

FIU Wellness & Recreation Center

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Tissue Oxygenation Changes in a Large Diabetic Foot Ulcer: Longitudinal Case Study

Maria Saavedra, Florida International University

FIU Wellness & Recreation Center

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Social Emotional Learning on Broward County High Schools

Iman Samnani, Florida International University

FIU Wellness & Recreation Center

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Morphological Analysis and Abundance of Pelagic Sargassum Fluitans and Natans in South Florida

Lauren Saqui, Florida International University

FIU Wellness & Recreation Center

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

The Effects of Time Spent on a Cell Phone on Physical and Mental Health of Teenagers

Danielle Sardarsingh, Florida International University

FIU Wellness & Recreation Center

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

The Effect on Anti-Israel Newspaper Bias on Anti-Semitic Incidents

Benjamin Schneider

FIU Wellness & Recreation Center

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Experimental Comparison of Active and Passive Battery Management Systems for E-bike Battery Application

Reynier Serpa, Florida International University

FIU Wellness & Recreation Center

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Effects of the AP Capstone Diploma Program on Students’ Academic and Personal Growth

Nistula Seshadri, Florida International University

FIU Wellness & Recreation Center

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Gaps in Services and ADL Skill Acquisition in Adults with Autism

Hana Shah, Florida International University

FIU Wellness & Recreation Center

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Diegetic vs Non-Diegetic Sound: Creating Suspense in Mystery Movies

Brendan Sossoman, Florida International University

FIU Wellness & Recreation Center

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

The Role Emotional Intelligence Plays On Academic Performance and Academic Motivation in High School Students in Miami-Dade County

Natalie Sotero, Florida International University

FIU Wellness & Recreation Center

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

The Show Dexter Use of Characterization and Storylines to Challenge Pre- Established Norms of Serial Killer Traits and Motives in Society and Media

Mariana Tabares, Florida International University

FIU Wellness & Recreation Center

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

The Mental Health of Adults with Autism: A Longitudinal Perspective

Marco Antonio Tello, Florida International University

FIU Wellness & Recreation Center

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Use of Nuclease Digestions to Prove DNA Structural Alterations Produced by N-Methylpyridyl Porphin Binding

Edilmary Urdaneta, Florida International University

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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Hispanic College Women’s Perceptions of Appropriate Sexual Initiation Communication Strategies With Men

Karina Valentin, Florida International University

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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Cell Polarity and Localization in Drosophila is Highly Affected By Diet

Joao Victor Peres, Florida International University

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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Occupational Stress and Job Satisfaction: High School Teachers

Isabella Vilaragut, Florida International University

FIU Wellness & Recreation Center

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Prosthetic Pressure Detecting Sock

Mia Virtue, Florida International University

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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Exploring the Linguistic and Rhetorical Elements in Historical Documents of Political Repression

Sophie Vo, Florida International University

FIU Wellness & Recreation Center

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

What are the Effects of Medical Care on Lower-Income Childbearing Women in East Africa as Compared to Men of the Same Age?

Akshay Vuppalapati, Florida International University

FIU Wellness & Recreation Center

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Mise-enscene in Psychological Horror Films

Jenna Williams, Florida International University

FIU Wellness & Recreation Center

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

PCRAlu1 DNA Fingerprints in Medicinal Plants Tumeric, Ginger, and Chamomile

Samantha Yi

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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM