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Fish abundance training data in support of: Climate-driven declines in abundance across thermal guilds in fish communities of 11,000 temperate lakes
(2025-01-13) Link, Denver J; Verhoeven, Michael R; Masui, Holly K; Nelson, Jenna KR; Hansen, Gretchen JA; ghansen@umn.edu; Hansen, Gretchen; University of Minnesota Department of Fisheries, Wildlife, Conservation Biology
Anticipating and planning for changes in biological communities due to climate warming presents numerous challenges, particularly in projecting how species abundance relationships will respond to future thermal conditions. In this study, we use regional fisheries-independent catch data to train a novel physiologically guided model that predicts fish abundances under warming scenarios in over 11,000 lakes across the Midwestern U.S. The dataset includes catch-per-effort data for eight sport fish species (cisco, northern pike, walleye, black crappie, yellow perch, smallmouth bass, largemouth bass, and bluegill sunfish) from 6,805 lakes, 46,287 surveys, and spanning 81 years (1940–2023) across seven states. We selected survey gear types for each state and species based on agency recommendations and survey documentation to ensure accurate representation of relative abundance. Rigorous data screening was performed to eliminate anomalies that could bias abundance estimates. Each survey location is linked to National Hydrography Dataset (NHD) identifiers, enabling integration with landscape-level environmental covariates. These data were used in a companion study to inform a joint species physiologically guided abundance model to project future species abundances across the region.
Silha Bulletin Fall 2024
(University of Minnesota, 2025-01-13) University of Minnesota: Silha Center for the Study of Media Ethics and Law, Jane E. Kirtley; Levesque, Stuart; Clemmons, Ryan; Lloyd, Alex; Hargrove, Elaine
A publication of the Silha Center for the Study of Media Ethics and Law, a research center located within the Hubbard School of Journalism and Mass Communication, a part of the College of Liberal Arts at the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities.
A DEIA Look at a Statewide Online Library Database Collection: Process, Results, and Recommendations
(2024-03-01) Kaste, Ann; Lee, Matthew; Pfahl, Carla; Staats, Beth
In today's increasingly interconnected and diverse world, the need for readily accessible information representing a multitude of perspectives and voices has become more critical than ever. This white paper argues that database providers have a responsibility to actively integrate more diverse content into their aggregated databases from various backgrounds, disciplines, and geographic regions. By doing so, they can ensure their platforms remain relevant and valuable for a wider audience, contribute to a more inclusive information landscape, and empower individuals to engage with a richer range of perspectives.
Recipe For Success: The Insider’s Guide to Eating at UMD
(University of Minnesota Duluth, 2025) University of Minnesota Duluth. Dining Services
In-Review: Perspectives of Front-Line Clinicians and Remote Reviewers on Smartphone-Based Photography for Assessing Traumatic Dental Injuries: A Qualitative Study
(Preprint, 2025) Schultz, Emily C.; Huang, Boyen; Shenouda, Margaret; Estai, Mohamed; Ranjitkar, Sarbin; Louie, Jeffrey P.; Pungchanchaikul, Patimaporn
Background: Mobile health (mHealth) is increasingly utilized in teledentistry for telediagnosis and other services, yet the perceptions of front-line and end-line users regarding these technologies in dentistry remained unexplored.
Objective: This study examined the acceptability, feasibility, and usability of an mHealth model for telediagnosis from the perspectives of front-line and end-line users.
Methods: A qualitative design using focus group interviews was employed. Participants (N=15) included front-line clinicians who captured dental photos via a smartphone app and remote reviewers who assessed the photos through an mHealth platform. Transcriptions of the audio-recorded interviews were analyzed thematically using consensus coding.
Results: Thematic analysis identified nine key themes: feasibility and perceived ease of use, perceived usefulness, compatibility, self-image and social influences, self-efficacy, voluntariness and behavior intention, anxiety, facilitating conditions, and attitudes toward a behavior. Participants considered smartphone-based photography acceptable, feasible, and usable for remote dental assessment. Facilitators and barriers to implementing the mHealth model were highlighted, and recommendations for improvements were proposed.
Conclusion: Cyclical education and professional development are essential to boosting user self-efficacy and technology usability. Addressing resistance from patients and clinicians through targeted education, effective communication, and operational enhancements can facilitate adoption. Suggested improvements include incorporating camera grids, integrating with patient management systems, and streamlining login processes. This study highlights the significant potential of mHealth in the initial assessment of emergency cases and patient screening, particularly benefiting underserved populations and fostering interprofessional collaboration in emergency departments. Future research should explore broader clinical applications, including other oral health conditions.