Research Day 2020

Congratulations to all of the researchers selected to participate in Research Day 2020. Nearly a hundred posters were submitted, dozens of judges reviewed them and award winners were selected -- all online. View the 2020 Award winners here.

Other research posters included:

Primary Author; *James Scholar; **Craig Fellow

Poster #
All Authors
Primary Author Status
Category
Project Title
Primary Author Institution

1
Obakanyin Akinfosile, Divya Rani-Bijukumar
MS in Medical Biotechnology Student
Basic Science
Cell-accelerated corrosion at THR interfaces: Understanding CoCrMo wear particle-induced macrophage polarization
University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford

2
Diane Alkatout, Dalton Morris, Divya Bijukumar, Enrique Ceppi, Siva Mamidi, Peiyi Tsai, Meng-Huang Wu, Alejandro Espinoza-Orias, Mathew Mathew
Medical Student
Basic Science
Does porosity matter in the corrosion and tribocorrosion kinetics of 3D printed Ti implants?
University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford

3
Reem Bagabas, Sasha Shafikhani, Mohamed Mohamed, Ruchi Roy
MS in Medical Biotechnology Student
Basic Science
Role of Apoptotic Compensatory Proliferation Signaling (ACPS) In Wound Healing
Rush University Medical Center, Department of Medicine

4
Joseph Bernal, Leslyn Hanakahi, Madeline Dzikowski
Undergraduate Student
Basic Science
Effects of 4-HNE on Topoisomerase-1-containing Yeast Cells
University of Illinois at Chicago

5
Eric Chai, Zhenyu Chen, Yongchao Mou, Xue-Jun Li
MS in Medical Biotechnology Student
Basic Science
Studying axonal defects of spastic paraplegia 11 cortical projection neurons
University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford

6
Zhenyu Chen, Xue-Jun Li
Postdoctoral Research Associate
Basic Science
Mitochondrial fission inhibitor rescues axonal degeneration in human stem cell models of hereditary spastic paraplegia
University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford

7
Shreya Deb, Edward Miliavski, Joseph Berei, Neelu Puri
MS in Medical Biotechnology Student
Basic Science
The Effects of Smoking on Telomere Length, Induction of Oncogenic Stress and Chronic Inflammatory Responses
University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford

8
Joshua Dein*, Yongchao Mou, Xue-Jun Li
Medical Student
Basic Science
Effect of MFN2 knockdown on mitochondrial function and cell survival in human spinal motor neurons
University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford

9
Madeline Dzikowski, Leslyn Hanakahi
MS in Medical Biotechnology Student
Basic Science
Investigating a Possible Link Between CRISPR/Cas9 and R-Loop Formation
University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford

10
David Fischer, Divya Bijukumar, Kai Chung, Alejandro A. Espinoza Orías, Robin Pourzal, Richard van Arkel, Mathew Mathew
Medical Student
Basic Science
Corrosion Risk Assessment of Additively Manufactured Ti6Al4V for Implants
University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford

11
Regina Giovanni, Untung Ari Wibowo, Hermawan Judawisastra, Anggraini Barlian, Divya Bijukumar
MS in Medical Biotechnology Student
Basic Science
Growth of Human Dermal Fibroblasts on Polyvinyl Alcohol-Silk Fibroin Nanofiber Scaffold
University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford

12
Sneha Sushilkumar Halwasia, Abhinav Chatterjee, Priyadarshini Vishwanathan, Nehal Singh, Aoshuang Chen, Guoxing Zheng, Andrew Canciamille, Archana Shankar, Anjhana Hariharasubramanian
MS in Medical Biotechnology Student
Basic Science
Role of Anti-HMGB1 IgM in Regulating the Sexual Dimorphism In Diabetes in NOD mice
University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford

13
Cayla Kleeman, Leslyn Hanakahi
MS in Medical Biotechnology Student
Basic Science
Effects of CYREN on End Joining Properties of XLF
University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford

14
Alejandro Magana, Divya Bijukumar, Mathew Mathew, Sarah Hagarty
MS in Medical Biotechnology Student
Basic Science
Enhancement of adipose cell viability and functionality using amniotic membrane derived growth factors
University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford

15
Vikas Manjunath, Maureen McCoy, Paul Chastain, Joshua Jacobs, Ebru Oral, Mathew Mathew, Divya Bijukumar
Medical Student
Basic Science
Vitamin E alters the effects of CoCrMo degradation products on DNA replication fork initiation and progression
University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford

16
Jacob Manthe, Dalton Morris, Diane Alkatout, Kai-Yuan Chen, Divya Bijukumar, Mark Barba, Robin Pourzal, Mathew Mathew
MS in Medical Biotechnology Student
Basic Science
The shift in Fretting-Corrosion Damage Mode at THR Modular Junction: Role of Microstructure and Infection
University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford

17
Valeria Melendez Hebib, Vishal Khatri, Nikhil Chauhan, Prasanna Kumar Somasundaram Baskar, Sean Gray, Darrick Carter, Ramaswamy Kalyanasundaram
MS in Medical Biotechnology Student
Basic Science
Evaluation of the potency and efficacy of a human lymphatic filariasis vaccine, rBmHAXT (LFGuardTM)
University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford

18
Sydney Meris, Ravindra Badhe, Divya Bijukumar, Wei Li, Christine Wu, Qian Xie, Mathew Mathew
MS in Medical Biotechnology Student
Basic Science
An Electrochemical Co-therapy Technique for Improved Efficacy of Root Canal Treatments
University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford

19
Yongchao Mou, Xue-Jun Li
Postdoctoral Research Associate
Basic Science
Atlastin 1 mutations impair lipid droplets in human astroglial cells
University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford

20
Arvind Raj Vishnu Palani, Gnanasekar Munirathinam
MS in Medical Biotechnology Student
Basic Science
Novel Combination of Nitric Oxide-Donating Aspirin Ncx4040 and Abiraterone for the Treatment of Prostate Cancer
University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford

21
Santa Diana Peledis, Vishal Khatri, Nikhil Chauhan, Ramaswamy Kalyanasundaram
MS in Medical Biotechnology Student
Basic Science
Evaluation of rBmHAXT as a prophylactic vaccine for Dirofilaria Immitis infection in canines
University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford

22
Kavya Sri Racherla, Nabiha Haleema Khan, Sanjana Singh, Neelu Puri
MS in Medical Biotechnology Student
Basic Science
Role of PRMT-1 and p120-catenin in mediating EMT and Osimertinib resistance in Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC)
University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford

23
Pamela Reyes, Ravindra Badhe, Divya Bijukumar, Mathew Mathew
MS in Medical Biotechnology Student
Basic Science
New dynamic hip simulator-microfluidic bioreactor system (DHMB) for in-situ monitoring of implant performance and toxicity
University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford

24
Hillary Shah, Velavan Bakthavachalam, Stephen Motika, Paul Hergenrother, Gnanasekar Munirathinam
MS in Medical Biotechnology Student
Basic Science
Evaluation of ferroptocide (FTC) as a potential treatment for prostate cancer cells
University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford

25
Preksha Shahagadkar, Arvind Raj Vishnu Palani, Gnanasekar Munirathinam
MS in Medical Biotechnology Student
Basic Science
Screening of potential drugs for treating Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia.
University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford

26
Aisha Shajee, Nicholas Lombardo, Mark Biagi
Pharmacy Student
Basic Science
In vitro activity of imipenem-relebactam alone and in combination with fosfomycin against imipenem-nonsusceptible Pseudomonas aeruginosa
UIC College of Pharmacy Rockford

27
Nehal Singh, Vishal Khatri, Andrew Canciamille, Priyadharshini Viswanathan, Sneha Halwasia, Archana Shankar, Aoshuang Chen, Guoxing Zheng
MS in Medical Biotechnology Student
Basic Science
Identification of Human B Cells Producing Anti-HMGB1 IgM Antibody
University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford

28
Prasanna Kumar Somasundaram Baskar, Vishal Khatri, Nikhil Chauhan, Valeria Melendez Hebib, Connie Vitali, Ramaswamy Kalyanasundaram
MS in Medical Biotechnology Student
Basic Science
Evaluating the Therapeutic Potential of Filarial Cystatin and Macrophage Migration Inhibitory Factor-2 as combinational therapy on DSS-Induced Colitis in Mice
University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford

29
Priyadharshini Viswanathan, Nikhil Chauhan, Sneha Halwasia, Nehal Singh, Aoshuang Chen, Guoxing Zheng
MS in Medical Biotechnology Student
Basic Science
Generation of B-1 Cells-Derived Anti-HMGB1 IgM Monoclonal Antibody
University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford

30
Mona Vudutha, Pranav Volety, Gnanasekar Munirathinam
MS in Medical Biotechnology Student
Basic Science
Elevating the reactive oxygen species threshold in prostate cancer stem cells using VK3-OCH3 as a strategy to target Prostate cancer
University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford

31
Christy Behnam, Owen Kramer, Michelle Bain, Marylee Braniecki
Medical Student
Case Report
A Case of Acral Pseudolymphomatous Angiokeratoma of Children Masked by Eczema
University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford

32
Christy Behnam, Charles Welford
Medical Student
Case Report
Non-Myocardial Ischemia ST Elevation: A Case of Pancreatitis-Induced ST Elevation
University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford

33
Madeline Bell, Antoun Al Khabbaz
Medical Student
Case Report
Conservative Management of Clostridial Sepsis Following Spontaneous Abortion with Preserved Fertility
University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford

34
Jonathan Knisley, Jarod Shelton, Shawn Wallery
Medical Student
Case Report
Central cord syndrome from hyperextension after self-manipulation of the cervical spine
University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford

35
Victoria Kuritza*, Hiralal Maheshwari
Medical Student
Case Report
Metformin for Reactive Hypoglycemia: A Case Series
University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford

36
Brittany Lala, Antoun Al Khabbaz
Medical Student
Case Report
Presentation and Management of Hidradenitis Suppurativa During Pregnancy: A Case Report
University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford

37
Divya Mani, Tarek Harb, John Holden
Family Medicine Resident
Case Report
Preventing Fatal Arrhythmias During Peripartum Period in Maternal Brugada Syndrome
University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford

38
Mischelle Nelson, Roger Greenlaw
Medical Student
Case Report
Plant Protein Diet and Kidney Function: Can lifestyle change prevent the need for dialysis?
University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford

39
Stanley Noll
Family Medicine Resident
Case Report
No Collateral Damage: Exercise and Collateral Coronary Circulation in CAD
St. Louis University School of Medicine Southwest Illinois Family Medicine Residency

40
Saagar Pamulapati, Mark Zarnke
Medical Student
Case Report
Neural Sheath Tumor of Left Ulnar Nerve Excision
University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford

41
Leah Patton, David Deutsch
Medical Student
Case Report
Pyloric Balloon Dilation to Treat Recurrent Pyloric Stenosis: A Case Report
University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford

42
Parshva Shah, Kamalpreet Dhaliwal, Sonia Randhawa
Medical Student
Case Report
Pasteurella multocida Prosthetic Joint Infection: A rare case leading to septic shock
University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford

43
Aelia Akbar, Holly Kramer
MPH Student
Clinical
Racial differences in urinary incontinence prevalence and associated bother: The Multi-Ethnic Study of Atherosclerosis
Loyola University Medical Center

44
Justin Bailey, Oren Feldman-Schultz, Allison Beggin, Tara Gill, Annalyse Kohley, Aftab Merchant, Sam Pope, Sunil Patel
Medical Student
Clinical
Observational Study on the Prevalence of Autoimmune Disorders in Helicobacter Pylori Positive Population.
University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford

45
Aaron Brenner*, Gabrielle Kuhn, Brittany Lala, Brian Bear
Medical Student
Clinical
Carpometacarpal Joint Non-Operative Therapy
University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford

46
Preet Dhillon*, Farhad Farokhi
Medical Student
Clinical
Comparison of ENTRESTO® vs ACE Inhibitors in Ventricular Arrhythmia Incidence in Heart Failure Patients
University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford

47
Oren Feldman-Schultz**, Allison Beggin, Tara Gill, Justin Bailey, Annalyse Kohley, Sunil Patel, Sam Pope, Aftab Merchant
Medical Student
Clinical
Increased Prevalence of Asthma in Helicobacter Pylori Positive Adult Patients Attending Rockford Gastroenterology Clinic - A Five-Year Observational Study
University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford

48
Daniel Heller, Flavio Garcia, Brady Williams, Evan Polce, Shane Nho, Jorge Chala
Medical Student
Clinical
Preparation Methods and Clinical Outcomes of Platelet Rich Plasma for Intra-articular Hip Disorders
University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford

49
Akash Khurana, Chandrashekhar Thukral
Medical Student
Clinical
Practice Patterns in the Management of Celiac Disease in a Large Community Based GI Clinic: a Retrospective Study Analyzing Adherence to National Guidelines
University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford

50
Serena Korkmaz, Lisa Letorneau, Rochelle Naylor, Siri Atma Greeley
Medical Student
Clinical
Investigating Medical Treatments of Participants with Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young (MODY) caused by Insulin Gene Mutations (INS) in a US Cohort
University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford

51
Jessica Luo*, Christina Tsai, Kayeromi Gomez, Manorama Khare, Mathew Mathew, Sarah Hagarty, Sara Alharthi, Alejandro Magana
Medical Student
Clinical
Adipocyte viability after standard method liposuction harvest, collection, and variable treatment for fat transfer: manual syringe plunger vs roller pump
University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford

52
Rachel Miller**, Sherry Falsetti
Medical Student
Clinical
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Chronic Comorbidities in a Primary Care Setting
University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford

53
Emily Nepomuceno**, Kathryn Saulcy, Jillian Kaskavage
Medical Student
Clinical
Assessment of provider variation in pediatric concussion diagnosis and management in emergency department, urgent care, and primary care practice settings
University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford

54
Saagar Pamulapati, Mitul Vakharia, Aftab Merchant
Medical Student
Clinical
Randomized Controlled Trial of IOL Orientation for Dysphotopsia
University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford

55
Ravikumar Patel, Marianne Pop, Timothy Murrey, John Nitiss
Pharmacy Student
Clinical
Cost Effectiveness Comparison between Trough and Area Under the Curve dosing for Vancomycin
UIC College of Pharmacy Rockford

56
Leah Patton*, Shalini Kumar, Alesia Jones
Medical Student
Clinical
The Role of Resiliency and Adult Health in Patients with a History of Adverse Childhood Experiences
University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford

57
Umber Waheed**, Roger Greenlaw, Sherry Falsetti
Medical Student
Clinical
On the Prevalence of Autoimmune Disease Markers in a Working Population & its Relationship to Wellness
University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford

58
Keely Zunker, Brandie Messer, Dawn Mosher, Richard McLaughlin
DNP Student
Clinical
Simulation-Based Learning, Anxiety, and Self-Confidence
Saint Anthony College of Nursing

59
Joseph Berei, Adam Eckburg, Monica Saravana Vela, Neelu Puri
Medical Student
Community
Promotion of Low-Dose Computed Tomography for Early-Stage Lung Cancer Detection
University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford

60
Jacqueline Cabrera, Elizabeth Myers, Brandie Messer, Matthew Dalstrom, Jennifer Beck
DNP Student
Community
Improving Breastfeeding Rates: Text Messaging
Saint Anthony College of Nursing

61
Corey Hazekamp, Sana Yousuf, Kelli Day, Mary Kate Daly, Karen Sheehan
Medical Student
Community
Eviction and Pediatric Health Outcomes in Chicago
University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford

62
Vanessa Jerger, Catherine Pichardo, Joanna Olazar, Jeanette Olazar, Karriem Watson, Katherine Tossas-Milligan, Lisa Aponte-Soto, Jesse Plascak, Yamile Molina
Medical Student
Community
An Evaluation of Neighborhood Factors and Diabetes in Latina Patients at Federally Qualified Health Centers
University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford

63
Angela Siebold, Brandie Messer, Matthew Dalstrom
DNP Student
Community
Implementation of Interactive Educational Program on Bullying in Fourth Grade Students
Saint Anthony College of Nursing

64
Joshua Baalman, Hana Hinkle
RMED
Rural Medicine
Rural Youth Perspectives on Adolescent Health: A Survey and Focus Group Study
University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford

65
Matthew Baechle, Hana Hinkle
RMED
Rural Medicine
Health Literacy and Chronic Disease Management
University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford

66
Justin Bailey, Jarod Shelton, Martin MacDowell
RMED
Rural Medicine
The attitudes and behaviors of general surgeons for rural practice: A survey of Illinois ACS members
University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford

67
Whitney Bennett, Mary DeFrance, Martin MacDowell
RPHARM/RMED
Rural Medicine
Electronic Cigarette Usage at Stillman Valley High School
UIC College of Pharmacy Rockford / University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford

68
Emily Beskar, Jarod Shelton, Martin MacDowell
RPHARM/RMED
Rural Medicine
Effectiveness of nutrition programs in Ford County, Illinois
UIC College of Pharmacy Rockford / University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford

69
Aaron Brenner, Michael Glasser
RMED
Rural Medicine
Assessing Prescription Opioid Use and Education in Rural Illinois
University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford

70
Nadia Churchill-Gilstrap, Martin MacDowell
RMED
Rural Medicine
Enacting and Assessing Local High School's Mindfulness and Relaxation Initiative
University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford

71
Victoria Costello, Martin MacDowell
RMED
Rural Medicine
Behavioral Health Education for Adolescents
University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford

72
Brooke Dean, Neely Harris, Martin MacDowell
RMED
Rural Medicine
Investigating the benefits and feasibility of implementing a Telepsych Center into a rural community
University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford

73
Brad Dulee, Martin MacDowell, Ashlea Canady
RMED
Rural Medicine
Non-opioid utilization reduces opioid requirements for outpatient laparoscopic procedures: a retrospective chart review.
University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford

74
Aubrey Graham, Hana Hinkle
RMED
Rural Medicine
End of Life Decision Making in a Rural Area
University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford

75
Carly Gridley, Michael Glasser
RMED
Rural Medicine
Assessment of Rural Women's Knowledge about the Importance of Prenatal Care and Preventive Cancer Screening
University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford

76
Douglas Grove, Martin MacDowell
RMED
Rural Medicine
Opioid Addiction and Recovery in Rural Southern Illinois
University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford

77
Neely Harris, Brooke Dean, Martin MacDowell
RMED
Rural Medicine
Assessing the need for Mental Health Care in a rural community and surveying the population to identify stigmas
University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford

78
Neely Harris*, Alesia Jones
RMED
Rural Medicine
Understanding the needs and barriers in a rural area: Mental health and substance abuse needs assessment in a rural community
University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford

79
Tyler Johnson, Hana Hinkle
RMED
Rural Medicine
Use of Preventative Screening Form and Effects on Patient Health Literacy
University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford

80
Jonathan Knisley, Jarod Shelton, Martin MacDowell
RMED
Rural Medicine
The growing need of rural emergency medicine physicians
University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford

81
Annita Mathew, Amanda Johnson, Martin MacDowell
RPHARM/RMED
Rural Medicine
Using Reminiscence Therapy to Combat Geriatric Depression
UIC College of Pharmacy Rockford / University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford

82
Clay McGeehan, Hana Hinkle
RMED
Rural Medicine
A community-based approach to improve AED and CPR education in a rural population
University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford

83
Kyle Osborn, Martin MacDowell
RMED
Rural Medicine
Elevated Blood Lead Levels in Galesburg, Illinois- Where are these Children Living and What do Their Parents Know About Lead?
University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford

84
Leah Patton, Michael Glasser
RMED
Rural Medicine
Melanoma early detection in rural communities through self-screening and patient education
University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford

85
Katelyn Peters, Hana Hinkle
RMED
Rural Medicine
Improving Care for The Disabled Within Rural Communities
University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford

86
Erin Roberts, Bryan Zobeck, Martin MacDowell
RPHARM
Rural Medicine
Rural respiratory antibiotic prescribing appropriateness in outpatients
UIC College of Pharmacy Rockford

87
Junaid Sandozi, Martin MacDowell
RMED
Rural Medicine
Assessment of the potential utilization of telepsychiatry services in Livingston County Illinois
University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford

88
Jarod Shelton, Justin Bailey, Martin MacDowell
RMED
Rural Medicine
Rural surgery workforce assessment: A survey of Midwestern states
University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford

89
Jarod Shelton, Jonathan Knisley, Martin MacDowell
RMED
Rural Medicine
The importance of surgeon-patient communication in rural surgical clinics
University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford

90
Derek Sonnenberg, Michael Glasser
RMED
Rural Medicine
Community participation and risk for depressive symptoms in rural Illinois
University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford

91
Gabriel Swords, Cassidy Joy-Saini, Martin MacDowell
RMED/RPHARM
Rural Medicine
Evaluating stroke education methodology in a rural community
University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford / UIC College of Pharmacy Rockford

92
Troy Watson, Martin MacDowell
RMED
Rural Medicine
Assessing the effect of patient education in the primary care setting on patient's willingness to undergo polysomnography testing
University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford

93
Kaitlin Weisshappel, Michael Glasser
RMED
Rural Medicine
The Effects of Horse Culture Classes on the Mental Health of Youth
University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford

94
Erin Wheeler, Martin MacDowell
RMED
Rural Medicine
Assessment of diabetes-related issues in a rural primary care practice
University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford