UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. Our work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
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SDG 2 Zero Hunger -
SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being -
SDG 4 Quality Education -
SDG 5 Gender Equality -
SDG 6 Clean Water and Sanitation -
SDG 7 Affordable and Clean Energy -
SDG 8 Decent Work and Economic Growth -
SDG 9 Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure -
SDG 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities -
SDG 12 Responsible Consumption and Production -
SDG 13 Climate Action -
SDG 15 Life on Land -
SDG 16 Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
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Collaborations and top research areas from the last five years
Profiles
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Jessica Barfield, Ph.D.
- School of Information Science - Assistant Professor
- UNITE Research Priority Area
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Why Don't Students Who have Completed an Associate's Degree Transfer?
Lee, J. (PI) & Di Giacomo, D. (CoI)
KY Council on Postsecondary Education
10/6/25 → 6/30/26
Project: Research project
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Strengthening Social Services: Graduate Certificate and Practicum in Public Libraries
Choi, Y. (PI), Moore, M. (CoI) & Real, B. (CoI)
Institute of Museum and Library Services
10/1/25 → 9/30/28
Project: Research project
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Undergraduate Caleb Dotson-Projective Embodiment in Tabletop Roleplaying Games
Greenhalgh, S. (PI) & Abboud, J. (CoI)
Psi Chi International Honor Society in Psychology
7/1/25 → 5/31/26
Project: Research project
Research output
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AF-XRAY: Visual Explanation and Resolution of Ambiguity in Legal Argumentation Frameworks
Xia, Y., Zheng, H., Bowers, S. & Ludäscher, B., Jan 13 2026, 20th International Conference on Artificial Intelligence and Law, ICAIL 2025 - Proceedings of the Conference. Maranhao, J. (ed.). p. 495-497 3 p. (20th International Conference on Artificial Intelligence and Law, ICAIL 2025 - Proceedings of the Conference).Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Conference contribution › peer-review
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Applying the Pressure: Exploring How Instructor Strictness Impacts Students’ Individual Classroom Experiences
Frey, T. K. & Tatum, N. T., 2026, In: College Teaching. 74, 2, p. 106-113 8 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Balancing Face-to-Face and Digital Communication: The Role of Relationship Maintenance in Dual-Earning Families
Afifi, T. D. & Edwards, A. L., 2026, (Accepted/In press) In: Communication Research.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
Prizes
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Outstanding Research Award from the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences
Zeadally, S. (Recipient), 2013
Prize: Honorary award
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Activities
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Integrating early math knowledge and skills in library programs for prek and kindergarten
Cahill, M. (Speaker)
Jul 9 2024Activity: Talk or presentation › Oral presentation
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Counting on the school library for early numeracy fun and learning
Cahill, M. (Speaker)
Oct 17 2025Activity: Talk or presentation › Oral presentation