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The burgeoning field of nanotechnology aims to create and deploy nanoscale structures, devices, and systems with novel, size-dependent properties and functions. The nanotechnology revolution has sparked radically new technologies and strategies across all scientific disciplines, with nanotechnology now applied to virtually every area of research and development in the US and globally. NanoFlorida was founded to create a forum for scientific exchange, promote networking among nanoscientists, encourage collaborative research efforts across institutions, forge strong industry-academia partnerships in nanoscience, and showcase the contributions of students and trainees in nanotechnology fields. The 2019 NanoFlorida International Conference expanded this vision to emphasize national and international participation, with a focus on advances made in translating nanotechnology. This review highlights notable research in the areas of engineering especially in optics, photonics and plasmonics and electronics; biomedical devices, nano-biotechnology, nanotherapeutics including both experimental nanotherapies and nanovaccines; nano-diagnostics and -theranostics; nano-enabled drug discovery platforms; tissue engineering, bioprinting, and environmental nanotechnology, as well as challenges and directions for future research.

Context: Because of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, many athletic training programs (ATPs) moved to mandatory virtual learning environments (VLEs) as access to clinical education sites was restricted for nonessential personnel, such as athletic training students (ATSs). Objective: To describe the development of a program for delivering clinical education for all ATSs through a VLE model. Background: Athletic training programs were faced with the task of delivering clinical education for all students through a virtual learning model. Further complicating the situation was that no blueprint for a VLE existed for athletic training. Description: The ATP developed clear, definitive objectives for a 6-week VLE, but afforded each clinical site the autonomy to determine how it could best implement the objectives of the VLE based upon its individual strengths and limitations. Advantage(s): Students reported increased self-motivation, improved communication skills and self-confidence, an improved ability to adapt to new situations, increased independence, personal and professional growth, the ability to stay positive and focused in the face of unexpected challenges, increased appreciation and application of evidence-based practice, and a more in-depth understanding and confidence related to organization and administration topics. Conclusion(s): Virtual learning environments offer an alternative for accomplishing the clinical education of ATSs when they cannot be physically present because of extenuating circumstances, such as a pandemic. Additionally, the objectives and implementation strategies of the VLE can be integrated into the face-to-face clinical education plan to create an improved comprehensive approach to clinical education.

The Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic may be the greatest disruptor to higher education in over a century. This interruption touched every aspect of campus life - residence halls shuttered, dining facilities turned to take-out only, and academic classes had to find a way to continue to be delivered with accuracy and efficiency in a remote platform. Antiquated hardware and software, technology inadequacies to handle an increased online load, and faculty and administration inexperience with such disturbance contributed to the academic chaos. However, future planning and investment present an opportunity in many aspects of the college experience, to bring together the academic community during pandemic or catastrophic disruption.

Autoimmune diseases are prevalent and often life-threatening syndromes, yet the pathogenic triggers and mechanisms involved remain mostly unresolved. Protein asparagine linked- (N-) glycosylation produces glycan structures that substantially differ among the extracellular compartments of evolutionarily divergent organisms. Alpha-mannosidase-II (alphaM-II) deficiency diminishes complex-type N-glycan branching in vertebrates and induces an autoimmune disease in mice similar to human systemic lupus erythematosus. We found that disease pathogenesis provoking glomerulonephritis and kidney failure was nonhematopoietic in origin, independent of complement C3 and the adaptive immune system, mitigated by intravenous administration of immunoglobulin-G, and linked to chronic activation of the innate immune system. N-glycans produced in alphaM-II deficiency bear immune-stimulatory mannose-dependent ligands for innate immune lectin receptors, disrupting the phylogenic basis of this glycomic recognition mechanism. Thus, mammalian N-glycan branching safeguards against the formation of an endogenous immunologic signal of nonself that can provoke a sterile inflammatory response in the pathogenesis of autoimmune disease.

This article, titled "Glue, Coil, and Particle Embolization of Renal Angiomyolipomas—A Technical and Pictorial Review," discusses the use of various techniques for the embolization of renal angiomyolipomas (AMLs). AMLs are benign tumors commonly found in women over the age of 40 or associated with tuberous sclerosis. The article highlights the importance of prophylactic embolization for AMLs larger than 4 cm or those at risk of hemorrhage. The authors provide educational points on the angiographic anatomy, technical details, and techniques involved in the embolization procedure, as well as examples of complications that may arise. [Extracted from the article]

This article, titled "Nephrostomy Tube Displacement, an Avoidable Complication?—A Retrospective, Multicenter Study," discusses the issue of nephrostomy tube displacement and its potential causes. The study found that there is significant variation in the style of dressings applied and the frequency of dressing changes among different centers. This variation can contribute to the displacement of nephrostomy tubes, leading to complications and the need for reinsertion. The article emphasizes the importance of optimizing dressings and management to reduce preventable complications and improve patient experience. [Extracted from the article]

This article, titled "Sutton Kadir Syndrome Diagnosis and Treatment—A Pictorial Review," discusses the rare condition of aneurysms in the pancreaticoduodenal arcade, which account for less than 5% of all visceral artery aneurysms. These aneurysms, known as pancreaticoduodenal artery pseudoaneurysms (PDAs), are often associated with pancreatitis, trauma, infection, or vasculitis, but can also occur in cases of stenotic disease of the celiac axis. The article highlights the challenges in diagnosing and treating this condition, as well as the successful use of embolization and stenting in managing it. The authors provide educational points on the diagnostic features seen on CT angiogram and catheter angiogram, as well as techniques used for catheterization. They also present images of successful stenting and discuss complications that can arise. [Extracted from the article]

Providing both introductory information and biosecurity protocols in laboratory, farm, and field settings is central to student learning and safety. However, even when clear protocols are provided, students do not fully understand the consequences of their actions. We present a crime scene that requires evidence investigation to improve basic skills and inquiry to identify biosecurity breaches. The crime-scene format engages students and encourages critical thinking about the negative effects of actions when working in various environments. This approach not only improves student skills through forensic microscopy but advances student retention of biosecurity requirements.