Category: Research & Summaries

I am in need of a 250 word discussion post as well as 200 word responses.
Discussion post: What specific role(s) does risk management play in national security and why is it of importance to homeland security and defense initiatives? Within the homeland security enterprise, how does cyber-security specifically factor into critical infrastructure protection and risk management?
Response #1 (Uchendu): Afternoon Sir and Classmates,
Last week we talked about the Critical Infrastructure Risk Management Framework at the five-step method decision-making process for the protection of CIKRs. This week speaks to the role risk management has and the importance of the initiatives set by homeland security (HLS) and homeland defense (HLD). The use of the new risk assessment formula assists with determining the variables needed to create the level of risks proposed by different threats. The results of these analysis push the adaptation and implementation of strategies for both HSE and DOD stakeholders to develop their initiatives toward national security. According to the National Infrastructure Protection Plan (NIPP) “To achieve critical infrastructure security and resilience, critical infrastructure partners must collectively identify priorities, articulate clear goals, mitigate risk, measure progress, and adapt based on feedback and the changing environment” (Dolbow 2024). This statement demonstrates the risk management approach that must be achieved by homeland security enterprise (HSE) agencies. Specifically, the threat of malicious cyber activity conducted by nation-state or criminal organizations. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) guiding principles of risk prioritization, cost-effectiveness, innovation, collaboration, global approach, balanced equities, and national values encompasses their cybersecurity measures. This all points to one thing. The risk analysis posed towards the threat of a cyber-attack towards our nations CIKR is a serious one. When utilizing a three-question risk assessment of what can go wrong, what is the likelihood, and what are the consequences (Santos 2020), we can contrast aftermaths from different scenarios and by different actors. The outcome of a cyber-attack on an electrical power grid may create different responses from a natural disaster. The use of rehearsed critical action plans, specifically for the preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation from cyber attacks speaks to the importance placed on the protection of CIKRs.
Dolbow, Jim. “National Infrastructure Protection Plan (NIPP).” Praeger Security International, ABC-CLIO, 2024, psi.praeger.com. Accessed 3 Mar. 2024.
Santos, J, Baggott, S (2020) A Risk Analysis Framework for Cyber Security and Critical
Infrastructure Protection of the U.S. Electric Power Grid
file:///D:/HLSS302/Risk%20Analysis%20Framework%20for%20Cyber%20Security%20and%20Critical.pdf
Response #2 (Dylan): Risk management, in the context of national security, allows for identification, assessment and mitigation of potential threats and vulnerabilities that are hazardous to the nation’s interests, critical infrastructure, and populous. Risk management exists in every facet of homeland security and defense operations. It is important because it allows the “powers that be” an opportunity to step back and think about what they are trying to accomplish and why. It has the potential to thwart negative consequences that can result from action or inaction before they can happen.
Using my profession in aviation under the DoD as an example, before every sortie my teammates and I go fly, the pilot in command must write up and brief risk with the operations superintendent. There is a point scale that exist for environmental conditions, crew member factors, events to be accomplished, proficiency, etc. Higher points total equal higher risk. Higher risk requires higher approval authority (transfer) for mission execution. Even moderate to lower risk requires mitigation efforts and an explanation of how we are going to accomplish what we need to accomplish in a safe manner, even on a routine training sortie. The bottom line is that the appropriate application of risk analysis and risk management can save lives and scarce, valuable resources. Critical infrastructure in the United States relies heavily on information technology and interconnectedness. American transportation, power, finance, and water systems require intricate networks and firewalls that identify vulnerabilities an defend against attacks. Malware, ransomware, and nation state sponsored attacks are some examples of threats to our critical infrastructure. Cyber security initiatives, involving private business and homeland security organizations such as CISA, assist with protecting critical data, identifying perpetrators of attacks, and incident recovery when attacks do occur. By integrating cybersecurity into overall risk management, homeland security agencies and operators of critical infrastructure can make informed decisions about their resources, strategies, and responses to enhance resilience against cyber threats.
References:
Malatji, M., Marnewick, A. L., & Von Solms, S. (2022). Cybersecurity capabilities for critical infrastructure resilience. Information and Computer Security, 30(2), 255–279. https://doi.org/10.1108/ICS-06-2021-0091

find one academic scholarly article ( source ) or book regarding one of the titles listed below and summarize the article according to the rubric listed below. it should be an overall maximum of 3 pages and Chicago Style, Word format with Times New Roman font, size 12, and double spacing:
Book Report:
The objective of this assignment is to conduct research and identify academic, peer-reviewed, and reputable sources, which may include books or articles. Students are required to introduce their selected sources to the class and provide
a comprehensive review and report on the content.
Topics are as follows:
➢ Islam and Modernity
➢ Islamic Feminism: Challenges and Progress
➢ Islamophobia in the Modern World
➢ Political Islam: Movements and Ideologies
➢ Islamic Finance: Principles and Practices
➢ Digital Islam: Social Media and Online Communities
➢ Secularism and Religion in Islamic Societies
➢ Refugees and Islam: Challenges and Opportunities
➢ Environmental Ethics in Islam
➢ Islam and Human Rights: Debates and Perspectives
➢ The Impact of Technology on Islamic Education
➢ Interfaith Dialogue in Contemporary Islam
➢ The Arab Spring: A Decade Later
➢ Islam and the Arts: Literature, Music, and Film
➢ Islamic Bioethics: Ethical Considerations in Medicine and Science
25% Rubric:
Source Identification:
Student accurately identifies and provides details on an academic, peer-reviewed, and reputable
source related to the assigned topic. The source is appropriate for academic research and contributes
to the understanding of Contemporary Islam. /5
Introduction to the Source:
Student effectively introduces the selected source to the class, highlighting its relevance to the
assigned topic. Provides a clear and concise overview of the source, including the author,
publication details, and context. /5
Content Review:
Demonstrates a comprehensive understanding of the content of the selected source. Analyzes key
arguments, concepts, and findings presented in the source, showcasing critical thinking skills. /5
Clarity and Presentation Skills:
Presents information in a clear, organized, and engaging manner. Utilizes effective verbal
communication skills during the introduction and review, maintaining the attention of the
audience. /5
Question Handling:
Effectively responds to questions from the class, demonstrating a deep understanding of the
source and its implications. Engages in thoughtful discussion with classmates, fostering a
collaborative learning environment. /5

This chapter discusses inferential versus descriptive statistics, statistical significance, region of rejection, and region of acceptance. In previous discussions, Roe v. Wade, Tuskegee Experiment, and COVID were mentioned. The common denominator was all three relied on statistical data to sway public opinion. Further, think of the most recent Alabama statewide elections for congressman, senator, and governor. Given the examples enumerated above, in your opinion, how does inferential statistics, statistical significance, regions of rejection and acceptance factor in public opinion?
Answer the question. Write in APA 7TH EDITION format and SITE SOURCES, NO PLAGIARISM!!!!

Case Study: Small Area Variations
Read the case study “Case 6: Small Area Variations” in your textbook, Health Policy Analysis: An Interdisciplinary Approach. Then answer the discussion questions below:
What do you think about using small area studies based on large Medicare databases (such as the one presented in this case study) to identify outliers?
Salaried cardiologists at Kaiser Permanente in northern Ohio used drugs more often and performed cardiac procedures at slightly below the national rate. What role might different financial incentives play here?
If you were Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield in Ohio, what studies would you conduct to attempt to explain and/or deal with these striking local differences in treatments and costs?
Support your statements with scholarly references and appropriate examples.
Follow APA guidelines for writing style, spelling and grammar, and citation of sources.
CASE 6: Small Area VariationsBackground
One of the ways to examine the efficiency and efficacy of different approaches to medical care is to study variations in the types of care delivered in different areas and then compare the outcomes. The Dartmouth Atlas Working Group at Dartmouth Medical School uses Medicare data to conduct this type of “small area analysis.”
In 2006, the group reported that residents of Elyria, Ohio, received angioplasties at four times the national average. Angioplasty is an invasive, nonsurgical procedure widely utilized for treating heart attacks and alleviating symptoms of heart disease. It is also used in cases of severe heart disease in hopes of possibly preventing future heart attacks. The procedure involves pushing a collapsed balloon into the coronary artery and then expanding the balloon to press plaque against the arterial wall. Often a stent is left behind to keep the artery open. Other approaches to heart disease include drug therapy, lifestyle changes, and coronary artery bypass grafts. The latter procedure requires open heart surgery.
Elyria has a population 54,533 (2010 census) and is the county seat of Lorain County. In 2003, the rate of angioplasties in Elyria was 42 procedures per 1000 Medicare enrollees. By comparison, the rate for all of Ohio that year was 13.5 and the national rate was 11.3. All but 2 of the 35 cardiologists in Elyria at the time belonged to the North Ohio Heart Center, which relied heavily on angioplasties. The center performed 3400 angioplasties in 2004 (Abelson, 2006b).
There is considerable controversy about different treatment options for blocked coronary arteries. Some experts, according to an August 2006 New York Times article on the Dartmouth findings, “say that they are concerned that Elyria is an example, albeit an extreme one, of how medical decisions in this country can be influenced by financial incentives and professional training more than solid evidence of what works best for a particular person” (Abelson, 2006b).
According to medical historian Dr. David S. Jones, neither angioplasty nor coronary bypass surgery has been shown to prolong life except in cases of severe disease. Risks associated with bypass surgery include infections and brain damage resulting in memory loss and cognitive impairment. One of the concerns with angioplasty is that most heart attacks stem from tiny, often invisible lesions, and angioplasties tend to target the larger lesions that show up on angiograms. Dr. Jones argues for a greater focus on prevention through medicines and lifestyle changes (Park, 2013).
Angioplasty and coronary bypass surgery are highly profitable, and together they make up a $100-billion-a-year industry in the United States. At the time of the Dartmouth study, Medicare was paying Elyria’s community hospital $11,000 for angioplasty with a coated stent, and the cardiologist performing the procedure received about $800. Bypasses, however, were performed by surgeons from the Cleveland Clinic who had privileges at the community hospital. Those surgeons received up to $2,200 per operation, and the hospital would receive up to $25,000.
Outcomes
The founder and president of the North Ohio Heart Center responded to the Dartmouth findings by telling the New York Times that the center had good results with its patients and attributed the high use of angioplasty to early diagnostic interventions and aggressive treatment of coronary heart disease and to concerns about patient safety. Because of safety concerns, the center treats many of its patients in stages, doing more than one admission and procedure. Other cardiologists might perform multiple procedures at the same time. Thirty-one percent of the Elyria center’s patients underwent multiple admissions and procedures, about three times the rate in Cleveland. Insurers report that the hospital’s results are good, and UnitedHealth has named it a center of excellence for heart care.

write a thesis proposal for a study similar to this link https://www.pidsphil.org/home/wp-content/uploads/2… but my population is pediatrics from 0 to 18 years old patients from TB DOTS in Tarlac General Hospital. Add information on TB DOTS in Tarlac general hospital in the paper, please.
The format is attached (protocol draft). statement of the problem, significance of the study, review literature (10 references), objectives, operational definition of terms, methods, study design, population, statistical analysis, and presentation of results in tables. I want my proposal’s study design, statistical analysis, and presentation of results in tables mainly based on the link above.

General Requirements:
Use the following information to ensure successful completion of the assignment:
Locate and download “Skills Inventory and Development Plan” attached to this assignment.
This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.
This assignment requires the inclusion of at least 4 scholarly research sources related to this topic and at least two in-text citation from each source.
You are required to submit this assignment to LopesWrite. A link to the LopesWrite technical support articles is located in Class Resources if you need assistance.
Ensure to follow all instructions on the “Skills Inventory and Development Plan” document. This is the document you will be completing. My topic is on telemedicine. You will find all the information you need on the interview guide worksheet and my PowerPoint. Please use both documents for proper completion of the “Skills Inventory and Development Plan” document.

In this project you will visit a restaurant or grocery store that serves food from a culture that is different from your own. Eat a meal and select the dish that you find most interesting, or purchase one or more prepared food items (frozen or deli style).
Take a picture of the dish. Research the origins of that dish, how it migrated to California and how it (may) have been modified from its original form in the migration. You are encouraged to be creative with your research. You may include interviews, internet and library searches.
Your final product will be a short (5 minute) recorded oral presentation or Sway infographic.
What you will do in this part of the project
In this part of the project you will visit the resturant or ethnic grocery store that you selected and try one or more dishes. Select one dish to focus your presentation on. You will present a short (5 minute) recorded presentation or create a Sway infographic to share with the class that summarizes the dish, its country of origin, its history and your reaction to it. This project is not a restaurant or food critique, it is a summary of a the Geography of a specific dish.
Instructions
Your meal
Meals are more fun with friends. I encourage you to take several friends on this adventure. Be open minded and respectful of the culture you are visiting.
Take notes and picturesTake notes during your meal or right afterwards. Jot down your impressions of the food, the restaurant decor, and the neighborhood that the restaurant is located in. Take several pictures of your dish (you will need them in your presentation)
Follow up
Google the dish. Look at several different recipes for it. What are the defining ingredients? These might be the primary grain or protein in the dish, or it might be defined by a specific spice or other ingredient.
If possible, try to talk with someone who cooks the dish. You could explain to your server at the restaurant that you are doing a project for a college class and would like to talk with the chef about their dish. See if you can call the restaurant or visit at a later time to chat with the chef. Ask them about how they make their dish and why it is important to them. This is actually pretty easy – chefs love to talk about their food, and it is an opportunity to meet an interesting new person and learn first-hand about the dish!
Your presentation
You have two options to present:
Record a 3-5 minute narrated slideshow (using Google Slides or Power Point) and Studio or another screen capture software of your choice. NOTE: I will stop watching the video after 6 minutes. Material presented in the video after 6 minutes will not be considered in grading.
A Sway or Story Maps infographic
Content of your presentation
You are encouraged to conduct first person interviews and include quotes from your primary sources in your paper.
Specifically, your presentation must address:
At least two photos of your dish
A description of the dishThe defining ingredients in the dish
How it is presented
How it is consumed
Note if any of the above have been modified in the dish’s migration to California
The country of originclimate
dominant starches and proteins in the culture’s diet
How or when the dish migrated to California (or where ever you are currently located)
How the dish has been modified in its migration
Your overall impressions viewed through your geographer’s cultural lens.Consider who consumes the dish (people from the dish’s source culture? others?)
Where or when is it usually consumed? Is this an ”anytime” food, or something specific to a holiday, season or time of day?
How is your perception of the culture from where the dish is from shape or inform your feelings about the dish?
How you view the dish, and if your perceptions of it changed between your first introduction to it and now.
and write 1-2 sentences summarizing what you ate, where you ate it and the most interesting thing about your dish. (This should be done on a separate word doc)

Title: A Pawsitive and Challenging Impact Human–Animal Bond and Social Work; Evidence Based-Animal-Assisted Therapy Animal Assisted Therapy Interactions Describe the purpose and rationale for the paper. Briefly state the main issue/problem that is discussed in the paper. Discuss the prevalence of the problem at the national data, state, and even local data. For example, if you are working with an agency impacted by the COVID-19, describe the prevalence of the problem at the national, state, and even local level. Discuss the demographics based on race, gender, socio-economic status, education, etc. Describe the significance of the topic examined in social work practice and the intent of the assignment. A review of the current literature should be reviewed. Should not exceed 2-3 pages. Should be double-spaced,and in APA format. Please include a cover page with the names of all group members listed. Also, must include references (a minimum of 5 references, not more than the last 5 years. However, demographic information and the prevalence of the problem should not be more than 3 years).
Included in this section should be: 1) Introduction to your capstone topic and rationale for choosing this topic; 2) Description of the client system you are researching (ex. children, families, veterans, aging, etc.); 3) What data is presented in scholarly articles and other literature as it relates to what you would like to learn more about? Include the prevalence of the problem at the national data, state, and even local data; 4) Describe the significance of the topic examined in social work practice and the intent of the assignment.
Again, a review of the current literature should be included in your paper, along with a reference page.
Feedback from instructor-
Human–Animal Bond and Social Work; Evidence Based-Animal-Assisted Therapy is a great topic for research. it will be great to include the work you have done to assist others with their mental health, but you will also need to research articles and studies that have been completed about the benefits and challenges of animal-assisted therapy.

Use a formal draft of what I have included below. That was my research paper. Use that paper and Consider providing a brief mention of the specific industries or sectors that are increasingly vulnerable to cyber threats to enhance context. To enhance clarity, briefly mention how these cyber threats impact businesses or individuals. Consider adding a brief conclusion to the introduction that summarizes the main objectives and sets the stage for the subsequent sections. Additionally, consider expanding the reference list to include a broader range of sources, including recent publications and industry reports. I need to submit work in progress within the PPT template. Your final MRP2 report should follow the instructions given in the PPT templates.
Note 1: Need proper citations and more references including links as well as more evidence. you can add research papers for evidence not only included papers. Please refer above information.
Note 2:Name is Formal draft submitted by end of week 7.docx (Attached below) that was the paper I needed to include the matter in that paper.

What is it that federal, state, and local governments want when it comes to health care in the US?
Where do politicians fall in the scheme of making health care accessible?
Support your statements with scholarly references and appropriate examples.APA Format, NO AI