2024 Abstracts
Rhetorical Weaponry: How the United States Government Participated in the Anti-Japanese Hysteria of 1942
Authors: Amanda Kanno Davis. Mentors: Jerry Petersen. Insitution: Utah Valley University. In December of 1941, following the attack by the nation of Japan on Pearl Harbor, the United States experienced a period of anti-Japanese sentiment which was directed at both Japanese immigrants as well as Japanese-American citizens. The rhetorical theories of Aristotle, Lloyd Bitzer, Kenneth Burke, and Byron Hawke show that the United States government actively participated in the anti-Japanese hysteria of World War II through its use of propaganda, executive orders, and public proclamations. The result of this hysteria was the breach of civil liberties for over 120,000 Japanese people, approximately two-thirds of whom were American citizens. This research demonstrates the rhetorical methods employed by the U.S. government and examines modern-day concerns regarding the possibility of recurrence.
Rock Column Displacement in Zion National Park: A statistical Analysis
Authors: Michael Orr. Mentors: Md Sazib Hasan, Alex Tye. Insitution: Utah Tech University. Every year Landslides claim lives and cause billions in property damage. Zion National Park in Southwestern Utah has been monitoring a precarious rock column contained within the parks borders since 2019. The results of this rockfall will be damage to the land and historical structures located in the fall area. The data are collected by two instruments called vibrating-wire crackmeters that are connected from the cliff face to the pillar—these are electronic and provide a continuous feed of distance measurements. The project will be focused on analyzing a 4-year record of displacement of a precarious rock pillar from the adjacent cliff face from which it will eventually separate and topple onto a slope below. We will also be analyzing the environmental factors causing the movement of the rock column. Results of this modeling will help us better understand the driving forces behind rockfalls, possibly helping to mitigate future damage.
Roe v Wade Overturned: Unpacking layers of systemic oppression
Authors: Webster Madison, Oldroyd Kristina, Shubert Jennifer. Mentors: Shubert Jennifer. Insitution: Utah Valley University. Recent societal events have become benchmarks for understanding how young people interpret and engage with broader social issues. For example, the 2016 election revealed a heightened awareness of systemic racism, inequity, and oppression among youth disapproving of Trump’s presidency, with Latinx groups in particular demonstrating awareness of racism and discrimination across marginalized groups.Furthermore, the Supreme Court’s historic decision to overturn Roe v. Wade ignited nationwide discourse on social issues such as women’s reproductive rights and bodily autonomy, with some interpreting the ruling as perpetuating systemic oppression, a form of cultural imperialism and power imbalance, disproportionately affecting marginalized groups’ access to safe and legal abortions. This study utilizes Young’s (1990) multifaceted oppression framework to investigate how emerging adults demonstrate awareness of oppression in interpreting and responding to societal events.Data came from 104 undergraduate students (Mage= 21.74; 72% Female; 91% White) identifying as conservative, moderate, or liberal. This study collected data from a longitudinal sample through a Qualtrics survey distributed within hours of the Supreme Court decision. Participants responded to open-ended questions regarding their feelings, views, and potential changes in attitudes and behaviors due to the overturn. By applying a coding scheme based on Young’s framework to the narrative responses, evidence of all five dimensions of oppression emerged. Intriguingly, marginalization (i.e., limiting full participation in society) constituted the most prevalent theme, appearing in 52 responses opposing the overturn and 10 supporting the overturn, followed by powerlessness (i.e., inability to make decisions regarding oneself), arising in 40 opposing and 22 supporting narratives. Next, 37 opposing and 33 supporting responses highlighted cultural imperialism (i.e., valuing and enforcing dominant cultural norms). Then, 38 opposing and 8 supporting responses expressed violence (i.e., intentional harm or threat). Finally, only 22 opposing and 8 supporting responses illustrated exploitation (i.e., systemic transfer of resources). These findings suggest that participants across the political spectrum expressed complex reactions to the decision’s ramifications. Evidence of all five facets of oppression in participants’ narratives may shed light on the potential for heightened critical consciousness among individuals navigating the complexities of a post-decision landscape. Further theory building is necessary to understand how young people develop a critical awareness of significant social events and their impact on critical consciousness. Moreover, these findings establish a foundation for advancing critical consciousness theory, particularly concerning period effects and the development of awareness regarding structural privilege, oppression, and inequity.
Role Models v. Knowledge: Should we Use Different Evolution Teaching Strategies for Students with Varying Levels of Scientific Reasoning Skills?
Authors: Grant Rousseau, Kenneth Harrington, Jamie Jensen. Mentors: Jamie Jensen. Insitution: Brigham Young University. We know that evolution acceptance is low in the United States, and a perceived conflict between evolution and religion is a big predictor of whether someone accepts or rejects evolution. Helping undergraduates accept evolution involves multiple teaching strategies, including teaching evolution with a reconciliatory approach, increasing their knowledge of evolution, and introducing role models (scientists who maintain religious beliefs) to the students. However, because some students have higher scientific reasoning abilities than others, they may find certain evolution teaching strategies more beneficial than others. In our study, we assessed scientific reasoning ability, change in evolution acceptance, and teaching strategy rankings with surveys before and after evolution instruction. We predicted that students who possessed more scientific reasoning skills would rank evolution knowledge above role models when asked which strategy was most influential in helping them accept evolution. However, we saw that scientific reasoning did not appear to moderate the effect of evolution knowledge. Role models were more important in increasing evolution acceptance, regardless of scientific reasoning skills. This reinforces the importance of having a role model present when teaching evolution to religious audiences.
ROSflight: A Lean Research Autopilot
Authors: Jacob Moore, Ian Reid, Brandon Sutherland. Mentors: Tim McLain. Insitution: Brigham Young University. Autonomous unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) research depends on autopilots capable of integrating new, low-level estimation and control algorithms. Current autopilot software stacks (eg. PX4 and Ardupilot) are bulky and complex, making it difficult for researchers to easily integrate their own algorithms. The codebases for these autopilots are fully-featured, meaning complete understandability is impossible. Furthermore, these autopilots are targeted towards industry and plug-and-play use, not researchers. A research-centered autopilot, with a lean codebase, capable of easy algorithm integration is a needed tool for productive research. ROSflight is an autopilot designed from the ground up with researchers in mind. Currently it is based on a ROS1 framework, which is old and outdated and is reaching end of life. Our research is to update ROSflight to ROS2, the most current version of ROS. Our work includes revamping the existing fixed-wing autopilot, ROSplane, and multirotor autopilot, ROScopter, and extending ROSflight to support vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) aircraft. Since we started the project, ROSplane and ROSflight now work under a ROS2 framework. We have verified autonomous flight on a fixed wing aircraft, capable of rejecting disturbances. Hardware demonstration of a GPS waypoint-following fixed wing aircraft is in progress. Future work includes hardware demonstration of a multirotor aircraft autopilot and support for a VTOL aircraft.
Rotational Dynamics of Thrown Food Items and Their Impact on Canine Catching Success
Authors: Caleb Slade, Evelyn Davis, Michael Orr, Brevin Bell. Mentors: Vinodh Chellamuthu. Insitution: Utah Tech University. Our study examines a viral video featuring a dog named Fritz who consistently fails to catch thrown food items. This research aims to determine whether Fritz's inability to catch is a result of his owner's throwing technique or Fritz's own inherent clumsiness. To investigate this, we employ a mathematical model based on kinematic differential equations to analyze the rotational dynamics of various geometrical shapes that simulate the thrown food items. By pinpointing moments in the projectile trajectory where the food items are most easily caught, we provide empirically-based recommendations aimed at improving Fritz's success rate.
Rotational Robotic Trigger
Authors: Mitch McEntire. Mentors: Marc Killpack, John Salmon. Insitution: Brigham Young University. Title: Rotational Robotic TriggerPresenter: Mitch McEntire, College of Engineering, Mechanical EngineeringAuthors: Mitch McEntireFaculty Advisor: Marc Killpack and John SalmonInstitution: Brigham Young UniversityRobotic manipulation is commonplace on the factory floor but there are often safeguards that prevent direct human-robot interaction. This study aimed to move human-robot interaction into the next phase from separate tasks, to cooperative ones. We started by trying to understand how multiple human teammates communicate during co-manipulation tasks in order to enable humans and robots to eventually work together effectively. This study analyzed the communication forces sent through an object that was being co-manipulated by a triad and dyad of humans. For this presentation, we focused entirely on the task of rotation along the sagittal axis shared between the individuals. In this case, we are able to notice a torque that was transmitted through the object indicating the desired change in orientation of that object. Each trial consisted of carrying a 55 lb table between two individuals and placing the table in different orientations and positions. Data was collected with force-torque sensors at each handle of the table and position data of the table was being tracked by HTC Vive trackers designed for use in virtual reality systems and that were strategically placed around the table. We analyzed 23 of these trials and we were able to identify specific force trends that indicate the table is about to rotate. Once data was collected and analyzed, potential force triggers were extracted from the data. This data is one small step to understanding how humans manipulation teams work together successfully and enabling a robot to be able to cooperate with humans in applications such as carrying a stretcher or moving furniture.
Sacred Space Design and Spiritual Experience: A Study of Latter-Day Saint Temples
Authors: Colton Korpi. Mentors: Brandon Ro. Insitution: Utah Valley University. Background: The apparent design shift and style of LDS temples has changed over time moving from a traditional style into a modern era. The ornamentation and architectural style of these sacred spaces play a role in shaping the user's spiritual experience by creating a profound sense of connection to religious tradition. Insights into the evolutionary link between human perception and ornamentation inform this exploration. Architecture, initially rooted in shelter and protection, has evolved into an art form, encompassing subjectivity, creativity, and aesthetics. The effects of architecture on our psychological well-being, makes it an ideal venue to understand its influence on spiritual experiences.Purpose: The purpose of this study is to investigate how the presence of ornamentation and architectural style influences the experience of sacred ordinances within LDS temples.Method: A comprehensive study method combining surveys and Visual Attention Software (VAS) to investigate the effects of temple design on user experiences. Surveys will present participants ranging in age, race, and religious beliefs with questions and visual comparisons of diverse temple styles, form, levels of ornamentation, and site design. Complementing this, VAS will offer a technological perspective by analyzing visual attention patterns. The research includes a selection of LDS temples with varying architectural styles distributed geographically to minimize regional biases.Results: The primary hypothesis is that architectural styles and factors of LDS temples impact the emotional and spiritual experiences of visitors. These results could influence and impact the process and overall thought of designing sacred spaces Conclusion: By utilizing both traditional survey methods and VAS technology, this research aims to provide an understanding of how temple architecture shapes the spiritual journey of visitors. The outcomes could have broader implications for architectural design in sacred spaces and offer valuable insights into the evolving role of architecture in spiritual well-being in a contemporary context.
Safety and Fairness in the Courtroom
Authors: Ella Johnson, Aubria Soto, Andrew Bodily. Mentors: Chelsea Romney. Insitution: Brigham Young University. This study investigated the relationship between a sense of safety and a sense of fairness in the courtroom. In the Provo City Justice Court, court customers were offered an optional survey that covered questions about their experience in the courtroom. A section determining an individual’s ability to access the court and a section to see how fairly they felt they were treated were compared. The results reveal a significant positive association between a sense of safety and perceived fairness, indicating that when individuals felt safe in the courtroom they also tended to believe that their trial was conducted fairly (Pearson Correlation = 0.527). It was also found that for the Provo City Justice Court, most court attendees answered high on the scale for both access (M = 4.5/5) and fairness (M = 4.6/5) with 145 participants surveyed. Limitations include not surveying online court attendees and the potential bias of survey responses from those who felt dismissed during their sessions. The court experience can be improved through the creation of programs or measures that will increase not only the safety of the court customers but also their satisfaction with the perceived fairness of their trials.
Salt-Water Acclimation in Atlantic Salmon sheds light on claudin shifting and tight junction membrane proteins composition
Authors: Joshua Hutchins, Kevin Wong. Mentors: Dario Mizrachi. Insitution: Brigham Young University. Tight junctions (TJ’s) are composed of mainly three types of cell-adhesion molecules (CAMs) that regulate paracellular permeability in epithelial and endothelial cells. These are claudins (CLDNs), occludin (OCLN), and junctional adhesion molecules (JAMs).There are, however, several (27) isoforms of the claudin molecule, all of which are suspected to have different strengths and other properties in cell adhesion. Currently, the comparative strength of the interactions between different CAMs are unknown and no easily replicable model of a TJ has been created. To address this question we resourced to bacterial expression of these mammalian proteins. MG1655 E. coli cells (with flagellum) were transformed to express claudins 1, 2, 3, 5, and 10 as well as occludin and plated on 0.2% agar plates, allowing them to swim overnight. This allowed for a qualitative spectrum of strengths of the CAMs based on how far the cells were able to spread throughout the plate. Cells that interacted strongly swam less. This technique was applied to the case of the Atlantic Salmon. It swims both in fresh and ocean water. As it transitions, the TJs in its skin changes its composition of claudins. We were able to determine that the set of claudins employed during ocean water swimming are capable of stronger strength. This is consistent with the changes in osmolarity dictated by the amount of solute in the ocean water.
Sculpting Dichotomies to Evoke Reflective Emotions
Authors: Brittany Cowley. Mentors: Meaghan Gates. Insitution: Utah Tech University. Art, to me, is an experience, one in which an object, sound, or movement has the ability to evoke an emotion in the viewer, taking them from spectator to participant. Since the first time I laid hold of a ball of clay, I could feel its life and ability to be transformed. This organic material has the potential to become whatever someone can dream up. For the true meaning behind the art piece to come forth and pass to the viewers, a sculptor must fully understand what they are trying to convey and how to best accomplish that. Through sculpting and directing the clay, a form takes place. This is just the first step on the path of creating a sculpture that can evoke emotion in the onlooker. Gestures, textures, and glazes are all added to enhance the feelings of the creator.Franz Xaver Messerschmidt created a series of “Character Heads”. I first came across his work at the Getty Museum when I came face to face with The Vexed Man. Mesmerized by this face, I became fully aware that I had become a participant in his sculpture. The bust of this man is elegantly carved with great care yet reveals the most unusual expression. The nose is scrunched up, eyes tightly shut, and mouth drown into an almost pouty frown. On display at this museum of elite, prestigious sculptures, is a piece that at first glance seemed unsuited to occupy the space, yet through the dichotomy displayed it evoked lasting emotions within me. I have discovered a joy in portraying dichotomous relationships in my own work. This relationship is the marriage of two opposing concepts in one piece. A brightly colored, playful child in the process of self-harm or two decomposing hands embraced in a tender touch can speak emotional volumes to the viewer. The thought-provoking questions that run through their minds allow viewers to start participating in the sculptures. Working alongside my mentor, an expert in the field of emotional sculptures, Professor Gates, I seek to more fully explore the world of conflicting emotions in my sculptures. I will be looking into what dichotomies in different forms produce strong emotions when placed alongside one another. Additionally, I am exploring what glazes and textures can be added to enhance the emotional exchange between the creator and the participant. Within the world of ceramics, glazes are used to add texture, color, sheen, and durability to the fired clay. I believe they can also enhance emotions as well. Through creating sculptures that demand the viewer to stop, take a second look, and question, I hope to enable people to reflect on what they are viewing and see their reality more clearly.
Seasonal Effects on Drosophila Development Rates
Authors: Peyton Jackson. Mentors: John Chaston. Insitution: Brigham Young University. This study explores the relationship between seasonal variations and the development rates of Drosophila Melanogaster. Flies are closely monitored in a controlled laboratory setting after being transferred from outdoor cages across different seasons. In the outdoor cages, the introduction of the bacterial strain A. orientalis DmW_045, commonly referred to as '45,' enhances development rates and ensures consistent data collection. Axenic flies, created by thoroughly sterilizing fly eggs with bleach to eliminate external bacteria, are employed to isolate genetic influences on the relationship between season and development rates. The core methodology involves two groups: axenic flies treated with '45' and a control group unexposed to '45.' This approach guarantees data accuracy and assesses development rates based purely on genetics. Development rates are measured by marking eclosed (hatched) pupae on vials at specific intervals. The research seeks to unveil the correlation between seasonal variations and fly development rates, shedding light on the role of seasonal factors in shaping development. This study explores the interplay between seasonal variations and Drosophila fly development, emphasizing genetics and environmental factors. Its potential significance lies in providing insights beneficial for ecological and genetic studies, potentially offering a clear genetic link between seasons and development rates that can enhance our understanding of the natural world.
Seasonal Variation in Essential Oil Composition and Yield of Rhus aromatica Aiton (Fragrant Sumac)
Authors: Tanner Beck, Prabodh Satyal, William N Setzer, Ambika Poudel, Joseph Hilton, Michael C Rotter. Mentors: Michael Rotter. Insitution: Utah Valley University. Rhus aromatica Aiton, commonly known as fragrant sumac, is a plant that produces a strong aromatic essential oil that has the potential to have many applications. The essential oil yield and composition were examined over a four-week period from May – June 2023. This also includes a comparative analysis between both Rhus aromatica and Rhus trilobata Nutt. The results show that there is a correlation between the outside temperature and the essential oil yield. In Week 1, there was a 0.21% yield, and each week as the temperature outside increased, the yield decreased, and in Week 4 there was just a 0.07% yield. It also shows that as the outside temperature increased, some of the lighter hydrocarbons such as limonene decreased, while other heavier hydrocarbons such as β-caryophyllene and germacrene D increased as the outside temperature increased. Limonene was also shown to be the main component of R. aromatica essential oil at an average of 86.2% area with > 98% of that being the enantiomer D-limonene. In addition, the effect that different drying methods had on the yield and composition of the essential oils was studied. The results show that when drying the plant material in the oven, there is a greater yield at 0.31%, whereas the shade and sun dry methods had lower yields at 0.09% and 0.02%, respectively. The results also are able to show the differences that R. aromatica and R. trilobata have chemically using SPME headspace. The main component of R. trilobata was α-pinene compared to the D-limonene in R. aromatica. This study helps to understand more of the correlation that outside temperature and essential yield/composition has on the species R. aromatica particularly during the May-June sampling period.
Seizures & Stigma
Authors: Kelsey Grimshaw, Julie Pynn, Kirsten Graham. Mentors: Kirsten Graham. Insitution: Southern Utah University. Epilepsy is the most common chronic neurological illness, yet very little is known about it. Studies have found that stigma has created challenges for people with epilepsy in economic and social capacities (Walker, 2018). It is suggested that stigma surrounding epilepsy is due to a lack of awareness (Al-Dossari, 2018). A Qualtrics survey will be administered to a sample of Southern Utah University students to solicit their awareness of epilepsy and their perceptions of stigma regarding people with epilepsy. Additionally, interviews will be conducted with a second sample of people who identify as having epilepsy to discover their perceptions regarding awareness and stigma. The results of the two samples will be compared. It is hypothesized that the stigmas identified in university students will be consistent with experiences described in interviews of people with epilepsy. The findings from this study could aid in the normalization and destigmatization of epilepsy and other chronic illnesses in society.
Senior capstone
Authors: Roya Adham. Mentors: Kristen Arnold. Insitution: Weber State University. Given the frequency and severity of natural disasters and humanitarian crises, around the globe, the current refuge center at Salt Lake City faces critical challenges in providing sufficient support for its demand.Security and efficiency of indoor space are critical matters in designing a refuge center.the absence of confidentiality can lead to information leakage and compromise the security of the building. (Reinten, et al 2017). The room acoustics will impact the creation of positive communication and interaction for individuals who seek solitude and peace inside the building. Oasis Haven promised to serve as a haven to those in need, helping them to nurture and heal from their past traumas. According to recent research, organizing and laying out spaces, and putting directional signage and informational labels to guide individuals who don't know the language will effectively increase their satisfaction level with the space Jamshidi et al. (2020). Accessibility for all individuals in a space is an ultimate goal of the designers and we must ensure cohesive visual language and consistency throughout the entire design.additionally, it studied and proved the effects of color schemes on employees' task performance due to the healing effects of colors Öztürk, Yilmazer, and Ural (2012). color plays a significant role in creating a space that helps refugees feel more at home and provides a sense of belonging to them. certain colors may symbolize peace, warmth, or security in one culture, while they might have different connotations in another Öztürk, Yilmazer, and Ural (2012) we try to incorporate all those principles and get help from other elements such as natural and artificial light to create space that feels like a true home and provide a sense of stability and comfort to refugees during the times of transition and adjustment.
Senior Capstone - Haven Adaptive Reuse Project
Authors: Mikayla Buckway. Mentors: Kristen Arnold. Insitution: Weber State University. Women represent half of the world’s population, and half of the worlds potential. Many of those women face hardships and issues with nowhere to turn for help. The adaptive reuse design build project was created in response to the non profit organization Haven and their need for a women’s center. The selected area and building are of historic beginnings and are centrally located for the best optimization of the center. The center is needed to have multiple different functions and uses. From safe temporary living spaces to counseling offices the main focus will be to cultivate healing, rejuvenation and learning in the space. Studies show that the built environment we chose to surround ourselves with impacts our wellbeing and can be the catalyst for a hastened or slowed recovery (Sternberg 2020). A range of different design elements will need to be incorporated in the space to ensure the goals of the facility are met. The use of nature, biophilia, color and acoustics in designing the physical environment has been shown to optimize health, wellbeing and performance of tenants. Utilizing these elements in the Haven women’s center will be a crucial part of creating the desired space. Using these positive stimuli will also assist in creating a less institutionalized space and more of a home for healing.
Shaping Futures: The Evolution of Elementary School Architecture.
Authors: Samuel Zenteno. Mentors: Brandon Ro. Insitution: Utah Valley University. Evolution of Elementary School Architecture:Elementary school architecture has evolved significantly, reflecting shifts in educational philosophies, technological advancements, and societal priorities. From humble one-room schoolhouses to technologically advanced, sustainable, and inclusive learning spaces, the architectural form mirrors broader changes in education and society. What architectural form best reflects the ideal elementary school learning environment? Studying the evolution of elementary school architecture offers society several advantages:• Informed Design: By understanding the historical context and design trends, architects and educators can create more effective, engaging, and sustainable learning spaces.• Educational Enhancement: Insights from past designs can lead to environments that support modern teaching methods and foster improved student outcomes.• Equity in Education: Recognizing disparities in school facilities informs efforts to ensure all students have access to high-quality educational spaces.Research Methods:This research employs a comprehensive approach, combining historical analysis, architectural documentation, case studies, and conducting surveys with community members. Comparative studies of architectural styles, education methods, and pedagogical influences will shed light on ideal architectural forms for learning environments.Expected Results:Anticipated outcomes include a nuanced historical narrative of elementary school architecture, identification of pivotal design trends, insights into the societal forces that shaped these changes, and a repository of best practices. Ultimately, this research aims to empower architects, educators, policymakers, and communities to collaboratively shape the future of elementary school architecture, fostering equitable, innovative, and sustainable educational environments.An elementary school is the first public building that a child is called to regularly experience, be educated, find a playground, and socialize. In that sense, it is about to become a second home. By understanding the past, we can better prepare for the future of elementary school design.
Signal Processor for Electrogram and Electroanatomic Data (SPEED)
Authors: Rui Jin, Lindsay C Rupp, Anna Busatto, Rob S MacLeod. Mentors: Rob S. MacLeod. Insitution: University of Utah. Introduction: The electrocardiogram is the most common tool to diagnose and assess cardiac conditions, such as rhythm abnormalities, myocardial ischemia, and heart failure. However, clinical diagnosis and management of heart disease are challenging due to the remote nature of body-surface electrocardiogram measurements, with a median accuracy of 67% among physicians. One approach to improve the accuracy of electrocardiography is to conduct mapping studies in which 10-100 catheter-based electrodes are inserted within the heart. The recorded signals provide more proximity and thus accuracy, but they also require specialized software to analyze, quantify, and visualize. We developed the Signal Processor for Electrogram and Electroanatomic Data (SPEED), a new, open-source, unified pipeline to facilitate effective signal processing and visualization of such cardiac-mapping signals.Materials and Methods: Our pipeline is based on two existing toolboxes, the Preprocessing Framework for Electrograms Intermittently Fiducialized from Experimental Recordings (PFEIFER) and OpenEP. PFEIFER is a toolset for sophisticated signal-processing of cardiac electrograms that allows the user to select semi-automatically fiducial markers, which are time points and intervals of interest within a heartbeat. OpenEP primarily accepts as input complete electroanatomic data, including both processed cardiac electrograms and spatial geometry; OpenEP also provides built-in functions for analyzing and visualizing cardiac electrograms, such as displaying potentials on the cardiac geometry. Since both software packages provide complementary workflows for managing electrograms, our goal was to integrate the two software packages and present it to the user as a new Graphic User Interface utilizing both applications simultaneously.Results: It was natural to develop SPEED in MATLAB as this is also the language used for both PFEIFER and OpenEP. The primary interface to SPEED incorporates a data-centric design such that the user can provide the electrogram and geometry files to be processed, and the algorithm automatically determines the applicable functions based on the input type. Since both PFEIFER and OpenEP can parse data into more interpretable open-source formats, the user can also export the processed data for further analysis in addition to visualizing and quantifying the data features. Through integrating both software packages, SPEED can support the following main functionalities: (1) in-depth filtering and processing of electrogram signals, (2) visualizing anatomic geometry and electrode locations, and (3) mapping three-dimensional potential and activation of cardiac electrophysiology.Discussion: SPEED offers the user a more thorough and unified workflow in the analysis of cardiac-mapping signals than either of its components. The user can utilize the functionalities of both PFEIFER and OpenEP simultaneously, allowing for a versatile and powerful processing pipeline. For instance, the user can extract key features from the recorded electrograms and visualize the location of the corresponding electrodes, a feature that was previously not possible. In addition, the open-source nature of the software packages allows the user to modify or expand the functions to better suit their individual needs. The software design of SPEED is still in the early stages; thus, as with most software, further development and user testing will follow to make the algorithms compatible with more data types and implement additional features. Conclusion: SPEED processes and displays the complex information in a clear and accessible way, allowing the user to perform subsequent interpretations and analyses more easily. SPEED can be used by research cardiologists to facilitate a more efficient workflow, as well as to improve the efficiency and accuracy of clinical diagnosis of heart diseases.