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Vulnerability of Bridges to Natural Events
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2020-11-13)
This project utilized the HAZUS program and ArcGIS to perform vulnerability assessments on the bridges in Puerto Rico After conducting earthquake scenarios, the
most probable bridge to experience failure or distress was ...
3D Printing of Conductive Urinary Catheters and their Applications in Electro-Therapies to Overcome Antibiotic Resistance of Bacterial Biofilms
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2021-09-17)
Today, antibiotic-resistant bacteria represent a global health challenge, especially for the control of catheter-associated urinal tract
infections (CAUTI). Conventional antibacterial treatment for CAUTI requires a high ...
Cheating in Engineering College Student: Reasons, Techniques, and Mitigations
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2021-09-17)
On August 2020, the main researcher was selected to be part of the Undergraduate Research Program for Honor Students (URP-HS) within
the Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico with the assigned topic of cheating (academic ...
A New Design Strategy for Developing Bi Functional Catalysts for Zinc Air Batteries
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2021-09-17)
Zinc air batteries are a great alternative to replace lithium batteries, but they require an electrocatalyst for better ORR kinetics In this work, we proposed a new synthesis strategy for
a bifunctional electrocatalyst ...
Influence of Upper Limb Improvement in Post-Stroke Gait
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2022-10-13)
Hemiplegic gait is a common consequence of a stroke affecting about 80% of the patients. The usual treatment tends to focus on analyzing just the affected lower body, neglecting the upper limb. This research is intended ...
Correlación entre elasticidad y propiedades eléctricas del hueso cortical seco
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2022-10-13)
Esta investigación buscó conocer cuál parámetro eléctrico, entre la permitividad y la
conductividad, se correlaciona mejor con la elasticidad del hueso cortical seco de
los huesos largos caninos. Esto se determinó ...
From Bio Waste to Bone Substitute: 3D Printing Assisted Fabrication of Scaffolds Containing High Concentrations of Eggshell Derived Hydroxyapatite
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2022-10-13)
Autografts
are the gold standard for bone repair interventions due to their osteoinductive and
osteoconductive properties Unfortunately, this technique entails important drawbacks such
as limited availability and donor ...
Study of Electromagnetic Fields and Effects on the Human Body
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2022-10-13)
Exposure of radio frequencies electromagnetic fields (EMF) in recent decades, demands has increased.
Bringing new variables into the effects of EMF with human bodies. Our objective is to present an
approach into the ...
Exploring Solutions to Fast Fashion: Development of Sustainable Fabrics Made from Bacterial Cellulose Grown in a Novel Seaweed-Based Medium
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2023-08-31)
This research project explores innovative solutions to address two environmental concerns: the detrimental impact of fast fashion on the environment and the widespread macroalgae bloom. The proposed approach involves the ...
Fabrication and Characterization of Novel Mycelium Based Composite Materials
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2023-08-31)
This investigations focuses on characterizing innovative mycelium based composite material The goal is to create sustainable and biodegradable packaging materials that combat
waste accumulation By comparing Pleurotus ...