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Characterization of Regulators of PTP1B OxidationIt is well established that the catalytic activity of Protein tyrosine phosphatases (PTPs) is directly inhibited by cellular oxidants. In this process, reversible oxidation of their catalytic Cys residue can lead to the formation of a sulfenic acid, intra- or intermolecular disulfides, or to the formation of a cyclic sulfenamide form. Reversible oxidation of Cys215 in PTP1B (PTP1B-OX) leads to the formation of a cyclic sulfenamide and to other important changes in its structure, including the solvent exposure of the phosphotyrosine binding loop. We have shown that binding of 14-3-3ζ to phosphoserine50 in the newly exposed phosphotyrosine binding loop was essential to stabilize PTP1B in its oxidized form, an important mechanistic insight into approaches to activate PTPs. In this process, we successfully developed an in vitro activity assay to measure the activity of PTP1B, enriched from cell lysate. We also showed that PTP1B was reversibly oxidized in cardiac hypertrophy and generated a PTP1B cardiomyocyte-specific knockout mouse model to study the inactivation of PTP1B in the heart. Importantly, the cardiac knockout of PTP1B caused a mild hypertrophic phenotype that was exacerbated by pressure overload. Inactivation of PTP1B lead to increased phosphorylation of Argonaute 2, which in turn prevented the association between Argonaute 2 and miR-208b and Argonaute 2-mediated silencing of Thrap1. In the process of these studies, we also updated a protocol for the modified cysteinyl labeling assay. Finally, we describe how cholesterol binds to PTP1B in cells, and how this interaction protects the PTP from reversible oxidation in cells and in mice treated with a high-cholesterol diet. Interestingly, our cell and animal work shows that cholesterol mediated PTP1B reduction prevents proper phosphorylation of the insulin receptor and cause insulin resistance. Overall, our studies bring new insight into the role of underlying mechanisms that regulate the reversible oxidation and reduction of PTP1B and shed light on the function of PTP1B in cardiac hypertrophy and insulin resistance.
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The Future of Academic Librarianship in SUNY and Beyond: A ConversationAccording to data provided by the Association of College & Research Libraries, there was a 20% decline in total academic library staffing between 2012 and 2022. Were these loses evenly distributed across areas of responsibility and sectors of higher education institutions? Despite some contradictory evidence, data shows a decline in FTE librarian positions at every type of institution except research universities. Despite a 9.6% decrease in librarian titles, there are increasing numbers of non-librarian professionals employed in academic libraries. The trend is consistent within the SUNY system, although to a lesser extent, with 291 librarians represented by the United University Professions union in 2022, down from 317 in 2011. There is also a decline in the proportion of librarians at the higher ranks of associate and full librarian within SUNY, and a three-fold increase in the number of visiting (contingent) positions. And, the number of masters degrees in library science declined over a similar period. While it is clear that librarianship within higher education is in a period of contraction, further research is needed to clarify, explicate, and understand the trend. Librarians need to understand not only what is happening within the profession, but the changing higher education landscape more generally, in order to respond most effectively in their institutional context.
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The Creation of a Podcast about the Challenges of Leadership in Educational TechnologyThis project explores the dimensions of podcasting success and the technical prerequisites for setting up a podcast, using the artifact analysis method within the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) framework. The study examines successful podcasts as cultural artifacts and investigates the technical aspects of podcast production. The research involves a comparative study of top-ranking podcasts and a review of podcasting guides and resources. The expected outcome is a podcast series about technology leadership challenges, specifically for educational technology leaders. The podcast aims to provide an outlet for these leaders to discuss their challenges.
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Improving User Experience & Functionality for SUNY’s Open Access Repository (SOAR)Institutional Repositories (IRs) are important for universities and colleges in helping to manage and capture intellectual assets as a part of their information strategy. A digital repository can hold a wide range of materials for a variety of purposes and users. It can support research, learning, and administrative processes. Higher education institutions must manage their educational, research and associated assets more effectively and transparently than in the past. The great advantage of repositories is that they help institutions to develop coherent and coordinated approaches to the capture, identification, storage, and retrieval of their intellectual assets. These intellectual assets go beyond normal publishing regimes, and may include audiovisual objects, datasets, presentations, learning materials, scholarly publications and the research works of both faculty & students. A cohesive, centralized, and managed approach to these assets enhances opportunities for efficient use of existing research, increases opportunities for improved learning experiences and encourages collaboration within and between different disciplines and groups. The purpose of this project is to provide background information on the types of institutional repositories, discuss core features & functions of IRs, illustrate the benefits and challenges of implementation, review and compare the most prevalent software platforms for IRs, discuss how user experience plays into the institutional repository and evaluate the current SUNY repository platform; the SUNY Online Access Repository (SOAR) to develop a consolidated, centralized repository prototype in the hope that it will provide a better user experience and improved functionality across all SUNY campuses.
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X, formally Known as Twitter: Documenting Group Development Through Storytelling In DesignIn 2006, Twitter launched as a novel social media platform characterized by its succinct 140-character limit with bright, bubbly branding. The site attracted people around the world from all walks of life, and by 2022, the renowned company boasted over 200 million active accounts and became a well-known name within the media landscape. That same year, the social media company would undergo new private ownership, leading to significant transformations for users. Now rebranded as X by entrepreneur Elon Musk, numerous changes have taken place, sending shockwaves to users with each new transformation. This paper uses Tuckman's model of group development stages to examine the long-term impacts of leadership and user-interface changes on the community and cultural dynamics of the platform formerly known as Twitter. In addition, a timeline created in Adobe Illustrator used various design methods and principles to tell the history of Twitter, X, and the transition between them in a unified design.
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Enhancing Community Health Worker Training Materials with Instructional and Visual Design PrinciplesThis capstone project applies visual and instructional design principles to enhance Community Health Workers' (CHWs) training. With the crucial role of CHWs in mind, it focuses on upgrading PowerPoint presentations used in their training, incorporating key instructional design theories such as Gagne’s nine events and Mayer's Multimedia principles, alongside visual design principles of Unity, Contrast, Scale, Balance, Contrast, Dominance, and Gestalt principles. The project evaluates existing materials, pinpoints deficiencies, and suggests novel redesign approaches for more effective learning experiences. The methodology encompasses literature reviews and design analyses, using PowerPoint for the revised materials to elevate CHW training materials. The findings underscore the impact of strategic instructional and visual design on the quality of training programs.
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Web Accessibility: Simplification of WCAG 2.0 to Increase Adherence on Higher Education WebsitesThe purpose of this project is to give higher education website administrators a tool to help educate and train contributors to websites who may not have technology skills, but are required to adhere to laws governing web accessibility. This tool will consist of a website that users can visit to learn about web accessibility guidelines and see concrete examples of how to meet the guidelines. The site language will be straightforward and as simple as possible. The goals are to promote understanding of the laws and guidelines, educate the users, and through the use of a user voting system, increase the usefulness of the information over time by incorporating user feedback. The project goals will be accomplished by incorporating an approach that combines graphic design, web design, and web development.
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Building a Job Portfolio Designed to Show Risk/Reward AttributesFor this project, I used my existing knowledge of branding and marketing as a YouTube creator to reinvent my web portfolio concepts with this knowledge in ways to show that extra risk/reward to employers. The project itself, which is a website coded from scratch using HTML, CSS and JavaScript, displays all my works as well as the techniques used to complete them, whilst using design styles to draw attention to the pieces within. This allows future employers to also see what it is they would be working with in the future, thus the risk/reward attributes focused on in this capstone. The goal was to establish my work to employers and have a site that I can continue to build upon going forward past this capstone course as well as showcase who I am, my work ethic and capabilities through the site’s design and content. My plan was to gain knowledge through core aspects of web design by taking courses that challenged myself in learning something new and building something concrete in a short time period. I anticipated the biggest obstacle to be ensuring functionality. This was overcome with consistent testing through trial and error. Also, I referenced Risk and Reward (Jakka, 2023) in businesses to further show why this capstone would work and its usefulness in the fields I strive for in my future. With the sources within this document, I focused on building a website that fits the needs of a business to which I am applying. Below is the link to the webpage for viewing purposes: https://people.sunypoly.edu/~deforen/Exercises/CapstoneAboutMe.html
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Designing and Developing a Box-Breathing Progressive Web App (PWA) for Creative ProfessionalsThis research paper explores the design and development of a Progressive Web App (PWA) tailored to the needs of creative professionals. It addresses the unique challenges faced by these individuals and presents potential solutions through a box-breathing PWA. The PWA will be a tool provided by MuseWell, a brand established by the author of this paper, which delivers helpful content for creative professionals. In addition to serving as a valuable breathing tool, this paper will touch upon how this PWA will serve as a repository for beneficial MuseWell content for creative professionals. The paper begins by discussing the correlation between stress and creativity. It acknowledges that creative professionals often experience higher stress levels, which can impede creativity, increase anxiety, and decrease productivity. Strategies such as mindfulness breathing exercises, explicitly box-breathing, are explored as a positive method for alleviating stress, improving focus, and enhancing creativity. Furthermore, this paper examines the efficacy and impact of mindful breathing apps. It concludes that these tools provide improved focus and significant stress reduction. Additionally, the research explores the value of incorporating a mindful breathing exercise app into a PWA, emphasizing the versatility of this format. The paper also highlights the importance of conducting evaluations and gathering user feedback to assess the effectiveness and practicality of the PWA. Delving into the technical aspects, the paper explores a PWA's architecture, design principles, and implementation mechanisms, strongly emphasizing user-centered design. A comprehensive analysis was conducted on ten different box-breathing apps, carefully evaluating the strengths and weaknesses of each. The insights gained from this evaluation were then utilized to inform the app's design and development for this project, ensuring a sound architecture and positive user experience. The primary objective of this project was to create and deliver a functional PWA that is designed to reduce stress, enhance creativity, and provide helpful MuseWell resources for creative professionals. The live PWA can be seen at https://people.sunypoly.edu/~bucklem2/musewell_app/index.html. To add the MuseWell PWA on your iOS device, start by visiting the website mentioned: https://people.sunypoly.edu/~bucklem2/musewell_app/index.html. Once the page is loaded in Safari, tap on the "Share" icon. From the options that appear, select "Add to Home Screen." Finally, confirm the installation by tapping the "Add" button.
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Introduction to Fiber Optics for the New Technician: An Online CourseThis paper explores the intricacies of designing high-quality online courses, with a specific focus on examining instructional design elements used in the creation of the online course "Introduction to Fiber Optics for the New Technician." It reviews existing frameworks, models, standards, and rubrics, differentiating between those offering conceptual guidance and those providing best practices through detailed specifications. The review begins with examining the Five-Star Teaching Cycle Framework of Online Courses, integrating Merrill's First Principles of Instruction and the e3 teaching concept for efficiency, effectiveness, and engagement. Then onto standards and rubrics from systems like the SUNY Online Course Quality Review Rubric (OSCQR), Online Course Design Elements (OCDE), and Quality Matters (QM) are embraced and adjusted to suit an occupational setting. The methodology section outlines the approach, drawing from methods such as chunking, scaffolding, narrative structure, and modular course design. Course mapping, employing backward design principles, is emphasized as a pivotal method for identifying learning objectives, assessments, and instructional materials. The interplay of chunking, scaffolding, narrative structure, and modular course design is explored as integral components contributing to a well-structured and engaging learning experience. Implementing these principles and methods has resulted in the development of a learner-centered online course in fiber optics.
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Emerging Technologies Supporting Cognitive Development In School-Age ChildrenOver the past few years, the importance of mental health has gained unprecedented attention and priority across various sectors of society. Many children have dealt with some form of undiagnosed or untreated mental illness that interferes with their ability to learn. These disorders can seriously affect daily life and continue into adulthood, creating a precarious home, school, and social life. Due to the increased use of technology over the 2020 Covid-19 pandemic, it is now commonplace to rely on technological innovations for mental health in children. Technology has advanced to expand child engagement and interactivity, especially for children who struggle with emotional regulation, social skills, and coping strategies. Research has shown that the human brain is fully developed at age 25. The longer a child has cognitive and emotional stability, the greater it positively affects their lives. Interventions should be given early in the child’s life. And if technology is available to aid in those interventions, everyone should be able to access them. The main objective of this paper is to explore how emerging digital interventions can improve mental health in children, specifically those with deficits in cognitive development. In conjunction with this paper, the website childmindtechnologies.com has been created for practitioners, educators, and parents, aiming to facilitate the adoption of these digital interventions in various settings, whether it be at home, in school, or in clinical environments.
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Harnessing AI for Holistic Educational Development: Designing a Comprehensive CourseThis paper outlines the project, methods, and theoretical analysis undertaken to address the question: How can a curriculum be optimized to effectively prepare contemporary students for a professional career in graphic design? Can AI be used to build this course and make it effective, if restricted to its use as a sounding board and source of inspiration, allowing access and collaboration with the world's information and innovative teaching methods? The theoretical background reveals that the traditional lecture model is increasingly being overshadowed by holistic and hands-on approaches, and that, furthermore, it is essential to educate students about potential career paths beyond their immediate field of study. The conclusion is drawn that by integrating modern pedagogies, career development practices, and the latest technological advances in design, a curriculum can be developed that resonates with students, laying a robust foundation for their academic and professional trajectories. This paper concludes that while there are studies that address individual components of the project outcome, this comprehensive and integrative approach, assisted with the use of artificial intelligence tools, appears to be a novel contribution to the field.
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Connecting with Your Audience: Branding Guidelines for Small Manufacturing BusinessesIn modern markets, products and services are regularly available to customers. There are many options available to customers when it comes to purchasing, and the key for a small business to stand out from the competition in their target market is to develop and deploy an effective brand. To develop effective branding, a company must first understand its own purpose and value, and how it can help the target audience solve a need in their lives. To achieve this a company should develop a comprehensive brand, including guidelines on how and when to deploy branding resources to ensure consistent and effective visual resources. By deploying effective branding resources and strategies, a small business can be seen as professional and modern, and help a new business stand out in crowded markets and build their brand recognition within their target markets. This project will discuss standard industry practices for developing branding materials, and will eventually demonstrate these principles through the development of a branding package for a small local business called Automated Solutions, LLC. This brand style guide can be found in the Appendix.
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Creating a Game Development Course Using Teaching Contextually and Situated Learning TheoriesThis capstone project endeavored to create a course curriculum designed to instruct intermediate level college students on how to develop a video game. This project was built upon the idea that students have a fundamental understanding of video games and an interest in furthering their skill sets in game creation. The design and development created draws inspiration from the theories of Teaching Contextually and Situated Learning. The objectives of this project were to gain experience producing teaching materials, motivating students, creating an engaging classroom discussion, learning how to implement gamification, and refining my own career ambitions. These objectives have allowed this project to serve as a future reference when developing course materials, as well as help minimize potential challenges involving course assembly. Furthermore, this project has provided insights into the advantages and disadvantages of using a course structure based around the theories of Teaching Contextually and Situated Learning. The project can be found at this URL link below: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1aJ0YNrGgNqNc7oCzpa-itjBcgejh4r1S?usp=sharing Here are the key takeaways from this project. Applying theories into the course material facilitates student learning. Contributing factors to student engagement are time, interest, and willingness. Implementing drastically new teaching methods too quickly reduces learning effectiveness. The teaching profession has many facets that influence the learning environment.
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Implementing a NIDS System for protecting computer and wireless networks using various machine learning approachesIn modern Wireless Networks, security is critical. With the ever-evolving attacks on wireless networks, both public and private, the use of Network Intrusion Detection Systems is at an all-time high. While NIDS is needed more than ever, its current security structure is starting to show signs of becoming obsolete. With the alarming rate of attacks in the modern digital space, NIDS needs to have a way to react effectively. Setting up NIDS is too slow and can cause many issues when defending against these attacks, leaving wireless networks vulnerable. Three approaches are often discussed NIDS: signature-based, anomaly-based, as well as hybrid. Implementing Machine Learning would fall under an updated version of Anomaly Learning. The hope from these actions is that they will allow new attacks to be caught without user interference. This paper will discuss various forms of Machine Learning, NIDS, and the implementation of both into each other. This paper will discuss our current options in Machine Learning NIDS and explain how they’ve evolved thus far and the advantages at each stage. This paper, while mainly focusing on the machine learning implementation of NIDS, will touch briefly on how this implementation could strengthen current security in wireless networks.
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Optimization of 1.2 kV 4H-Silicon Carbide (SiC) Power Devices: High Performance, Reliability, and RuggednessThis research primarily focuses on the design, fabrication, and characterization of 1.2 kV 4H-SiC devices. Power devices play a critical role in numerous high-power applications, including automotive, industrial and energy applications. The development of energy-efficient power devices is essential for reducing power loss during operation. While silicon-based power devices are widely used in high-power applications, they have reached their limit in minimizing power loss. As a result, wide-bandgap materials, particularly 4H-Silicon Carbide (SiC), have gained traction as replacements for their Silicon counterparts due to their superior material properties, enabling further reduction of power dissipation beyond Si. The demand for 1.2 kV 4H-SiC MOSFETs has significantly increased, particularly in the electric vehicle (EV) market where high performance, reliability, and ruggedness are critical to compete with Si counterparts. Hence, the optimization of 1.2 kV 4H-SiC devices is necessary. The most distinctive feature of a power device is its ability to withstand high voltages within the drift region. The breakdown voltage of the power device is determined by the specifications of the drift region. The optimization of the drift region must be performed to enhance power efficiency for each specific application due to the trade-off relationship between on-resistance and breakdown voltage. 4H-SiC enables a thin, heavily doped drift region to support a given breakdown voltage, resulting in a substantial reduction in the on-resistance of the device compared to Si. Moreover, Hybrid Junction Termination Extension (Hybrid-JTE) technique was employed to achieve a near-ideal breakdown voltage and experimentally verified. The influence of deep JFET and P-well implants in 1.2 kV MOSFETs has been examined in terms of their impact on static characteristics and short-circuit ruggedness. To assess the impact on output characteristics and short-circuit ruggedness, the depths of JFET and P-well implants were compared by varying channel lengths and JFET widths. Furthermore, the significance of high channel mobility has been investigated not only for static characteristics but also for short-circuit characteristics. The optimization of static characteristics of 1.2 kV 4H-SiC MOSFETs have been investigated through the analysis of the cell structure. A comprehensive analysis has been conducted to examine the trade-off relationship between specific on-resistance and breakdown voltage, as well as yield, by considering various dimensions within the cell structure. The dimensions explored in this analysis include the channel, JFET, contact opening, ILD (Inter-Layer Dielectric) width, and gate-to-source overlap within the cell structure. A novel approach has been proposed to enhance the trade-off relationship between short-circuit withstand time and specific on-resistance by employing MOSFETs with a deep P-well structure through channeling implantation. For the channeling implantation, a tilt angle of 4 degrees was adjusted to <0001> direction of 4H-SiC in 4H-SiC (0001) substrates with 4 ° off-cut towered <11-20> direction. The utilization of channeling implantation has been employed to overcome the limitations associated with previous random implantation energy. The successful fabrication and demonstration of MOSFETs with deep P-well structures using channeling implantation have been achieved. The MOSFETs with a deep P-well structure enable the short channel lengths, which improve the trade-off relationship between specific on-resistance and breakdown voltage. The implementation of a deep P-well structure effectively suppresses the leakage current originating from the channel during the blocking-mode of operation, thereby enhancing the trade-off relationship. Additionally, the deep P-well structure has significantly reduced the maximum electric field in the gate oxide, leading to improved high temperature reverse bias (HTRB) characteristics. A novel layout approach has been proposed and successfully demonstrated for the monolithic integration of a Schottky diode with 1.2 kV SiC MOSFETs (JBSFETs) to achieve an identical cell pitch compared to the pure MOSFET design. To further reduce cell density, highly doped JFET implantation with narrow widths of JFET/Schottky regions has been conducted. Consequently, the proposed JBSFET demonstrates comparable static performance to the pure MOSFET while exhibiting 3rd quadrant current-voltage characteristics similar to JBS diodes. A thorough comparison of the short-circuit failure mechanisms between 1.2 kV 4H-SiC MOSFETs and Ti JBSFETs, both having identical cell pitch and specific on-resistance, has been successfully accomplished. However, despite the same channel density, different short-circuit characteristics have been observed due to the presence of leakage current from the Schottky contact in the JBSFETs. In order to comprehend the short-circuit failure mechanisms, non-isothermal mixed-mode 2D TCAD device simulations have been employed. Moreover, based on the experimental results and analyses, potential solutions to further enhance the short-circuit characteristics of JBSFETs have been proposed. A 1.2 kV 4H-SiC planar Junction Barrier Schottky (JBS) diode with a deep P+ grid structure, implemented through channeling implantation, has been successfully designed and fabricated. Without the use of a trench structure, a planar JBS diode with a junction depth of 2.2 μm has been successfully fabricated using an implantation energy of 350 keV. The formation of the deep junction significantly suppressed the leakage current originating from the Schottky contact. In summary, extensive examinations have been conducted on 1.2 kV rated 4H-SiC power devices, including MOSFETs, JBSFETs, and JBS diodes, to optimize and enhance their static characteristics, dynamic characteristics, reliability, and ruggedness.
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Development of 4H-SiC SMART (Scalable, Manufacturable, And Robust Technology) Power ICsThe research primarily focuses on the design and development of SMART Power Integrated Circuits (ICs) in silicon carbide (4H-SiC). Over the past decades, power conversion has become more prevalent within the US as technological innovation has enabled the electrification of industrial systems, from energy to aerospace. Silicon (Si)-based power and CMOS devices have been the amicable semiconductor technology for power conversion. However, with the ever-evolving application space, the inherent material properties of Si hamper the capabilities in terms of power processing and high-temperature (HT) operation. The current generation power IC (multiple power integrated functions onto a single chip) technologies, predominantly Bulk-Silicon and Silicon-On-Insulator (SOI) technologies have limitations in their operational temperatures and power handling capability. Based on the theoretical limits, Si-based ICs are rated at 150 oC and are not operational beyond 200 oC due to leakage and reliability issues. Although SOI technology offers relief up to 300 oC, with the insulated region, it also fails beyond 300 oC. In recent decades, 4H-SiC has emerged as a reliable material for the development of high-voltage (HV) and high-temperature power devices. Due v to its superior material properties, 4H-SiC power devices can operate at high power and high temperatures when compared to their Si counterparts. In the current day scenario, Si-based power and control ICs drive the HV discrete 4H-SiC Metal-Oxide-Semiconductor Field-Effect Transistors (MOSFETs), and this technology appends to an increase in system footprint, and also in the parasitic effects from the interconnects hampering the reliability. Also, the high-temperature operation, one of the significant assets of 4H-SiC cannot be exploited. Hence, a single-chip 4H-SiC-based IC solution by monolithically integrating the HV Power MOSFET with low-voltage (LV) complementary metal-oxide-semiconductor (CMOS) can be a considerable solution to address the high power and extreme temperature challenges of the Si power ICs. The development of 4H-SiC-based power ICs is now seamlessly possible, thanks to considerable progress made over the last decade in material development and device fabrication. The exceptional advancements and the significant progress that was made in developing the technology platform for the demonstration of 4H-SiC Power ICs are reported in this dissertation. The fundamental step in designing the technology roadmap of a semiconductor material is understanding the trade-off performances of that particular semiconductor. Hence a detailed trade-off analysis was reported that was conducted on 4H-SiC and other wide bandgap semiconductors (GaN, Ga2O3, and diamond). This analysis concluded by letting the designers know the criticality of meticulous scrutiny and cautious selection of impact ionization coefficients from the existing literature to ensure accurate assessment and optimization of trade-off performance parameters. Additionally, simplified generalized equations for both non- vi punch-through (NPT) and punch-through (PT) design configurations to effectively design the drift layers in unipolar 4H-SiC power devices are documented. 2D-device, process simulations, and experimental demonstration of the HV lateral MOSFETs and diodes in 4H-SiC, specifically tailored for integration within power ICs are discussed. The cell designs, field management techniques, peripheral designs, and BV tailoring techniques of the HV lateral devices are reported in detail. The HV lateral devices are designed to operate at (400V-600V) and to be integrated with the Power ICs. The experimental results of the HV lateral devices demonstrate that the devices not only have the best-in-class Ron,sp - BV trade-off performance but are also capable of handling large currents validating efficient cell and peripheral design techniques. The design and analysis of critical module processes for CMOS development are also detailed. Channel engineering techniques (accumulation mode vs Inversion mode) are applied to match the threshold voltages (Vth) of the LV NMOS and PMOS. Multiple gate oxide recipes are developed to maximize the channel mobilities of electrons and holes. The results of the efforts dedicated to optimizing CMOS performance through improved ohmic contacts, including the investigation of metal contacts for simultaneous formation of n-type and p-type ohmic contacts were reported. The critical need for high-voltage isolation in power IC technology to ensure safety, reliability, and proper functioning was addressed. The utilization of junction isolation through the P+ Isolation junction implemented via Aluminum channeling implantation has been experimentally verified to yield promising blocking voltages required for the reliable operation vii of the ICs. Another HV isolation requirement which is the interlayer dielectric (ILD) voltage blocking between the adjacent metal layers carrying different voltage potentials is also addressed. Building upon the developed CMOS technology, the performance of digital CMOS ICs at extreme temperatures up to 400 °C has been demonstrated, covering packaging flow, assembly process, employed materials, and encountered challenges during HT measurements. This successful performance of the CMOS ICs at extreme temperatures (400 oC) further confirmed the potential of 4H-SiC as a promising material for the development of high-temperature electronics.
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Designing accessible websites is crucial for creating an inclusive online environment, as it enhances usability, ensures equal access to information and services, and promotes the principles of universal designThis paper outlines the author's proposal to create a responsive website showcasing their creative work and skills as a visual and information designer. The website adheres to the most recent Website Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG 2.0) and incorporates best website design practices. The website includes a homepage and four main landing pages (Audio, Video, Image, and Text), displaying various content types cohesively through an emphasis on universal design principles. The author aims to achieve a high Signal-to-Noise Ratio, providing clear visual and textual hierarchy, while integrating various media elements effectively. The paper conducts a literature review, exploring effective website design elements, usability, and future design trends. It highlights the significance of accessibility for individuals with cognitive disabilities and the importance of combining aesthetics with functionality. The research outcomes discuss the evolution of WCAG, from version 2.0 to the upcoming version 3.0. It emphasizes the relevance of adhering to accessibility guidelines and incorporating alternative text, captions, and keyboard support to ensure an inclusive user experience. The paper concludes by stating the importance of ongoing improvements to meet evolving accessibility requirements and standards.
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Briefing SUNY Poly’s President on Why We Should Continue with Slate as Our Official CRMSlate is a comprehensive platform for admissions & enrollment management, student success, and alumni & advancement. Slate, by Technolutions, is the only customer relationship management software (CRM) to provide a single interface for outreach communications, travel management, online applications, alumni and donor engagement and more. I will include a review of how SUNY Polytechnic Institute (SUNY Poly) previously processed applications, hosted events, and effectively communicated with students before the use of Slate. Then I will assess how Slate has enhanced SUNY Poly’s undergraduate admissions office improvements on production and effective communication with students. My goal is to provide advanced data to show a proposal on why Slate should be your institutions official CRM and include recommendations on how to be a premier user. A journal will demonstrate the theories and methods on how other institutions use Slate and how they have designed and implemented successful plans at their institution. This conclusion should explain why Slate is the best CRM for any institution, specifically SUNY Poly.
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Design Analysis & Redesign Proposal: SUNY Poly IDT Web PageWhen it comes to web design, industry standards, best practices and trends are all constantly evolving to adapt to the needs and desires of users. In the Digital Information Age, it is critical to remain as up to date as possible with regard to web page and information design. The SUNY Polytech IDT webpage was designed back in 2016 and has not been updated to reflect the current professional recommendations for web design, more specifically, the design of a graduate program page. A review of other graduate program web pages, web analytics for the IDT page and a review of the current professional literature on web design has been completed to provide a research-based proposal for the redesign. This project aims to conduct a comprehensive design analysis of the current IDT web page, provide a consultant report that includes findings and suggestions for improvements and to provide the Office of Communication and Marketing at SUNY Polytech with a clickable prototype to aid in the implementation of the design. The new design for the IDT web page aims to enhance existing page content, better showcase the IDT student experience, improve the user experience and optimize page usability, convert more prospects into applicants, and create a space for current IDT students to connect. The long-term goal of the institution is to increase program exposure to more prospective students and ultimately convert them into program applicants.
