Research Portfolio
Peer-Reviewed Research Publications
- Kotcherlakota, S., Mollard, E., Kupzyk, K., Cera, J. (2024). Exploring Objective Simulation Competency Assessment Experience E-Learning Module Analytics: A Mixed-Methods Study to Improve Nursing Faculty Feedback. CIN: Computers, Informatics, Nursing. 42(12):862-871. doi: 10.1097/CIN.0000000000001164.
- Tieken, K. R., Kelly, G., Maxwell, J., Visenio, M. R., Reynolds, J., & Fingeret, A. L. (2024). Feedback Versus Compliments Versus Both in Suturing and Knot Tying Simulation: A Randomized Controlled Trial. Journal of Surgical Research, 294:99-105. doi: 10.1016/j.jss.2023.09.037
- Kotcherlakota, S., Beam, E., Ricks, B., Swanson, R., Schuelke, S., Rodrigues Armijo, P., Glass, B., Wilt, J., & Siu, K. (2023). An interprofessional network approach to increase XR use in healthcare. In Cherner, T., & Fegely, A. (Eds). Bridging the XR Technology-to-Practice Gap: Methods and Strategies for Blending Extended Realities into Classroom Instruction, Volume 1 (pp.169-186). Association for the Advancement of Computing in Education (AACE).
- Lamarche, R., Marx, J., Ma, J., Claudy, S. (2023). Perceived Importance of Ultrasound Vascular Access Education among Residents. Graduate Medical Education Research Journal. 5(2). doi: 10.32873/unmc.dc.gmerj.5.2.009
- Cemaj, S. L., Connely, T. W., Hon, H. H., Tieken, K. R., Figy, S. C., Wong, S. L., & Fingeret, A. L. (2023). Cross-suturing is effective for teaching suturing skills: A randomized, controlled trial. Journal of Surgical Research, 281:228-237. doi: 10.1016/j.jss.2022.08.038
- Zhang, C., Wang, S., Mansi, A., & Katzir, M. (2022). In Situ Real-Time Dosimetric Studies for Spine Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy in a Cadaver Implanted with Carbon-Fiber and Titanium Instrumentation. World Neurosurgery, 164, e749-e754. doi: 10.1016/j.wneu.2022.05.043.
- Zeigler, B. P., Redding, M., Boyers, P. J., & Carter, E. L. (2022). Model-Based Systems-of-Systems Healthcare: Coordinating the Coordinators. In Recent Trends and Advances in Model Based Systems Engineering (pp. 515-527). Springer, Cham. doi: 10.1007/978-3-030-82083-1_44
- Chatzizisis, Y. S., Makadia, J., Zhao, S., Panagopoulos, A., Sharzehee, M., Khan, B., Samant, S., ... & Pavlides, G. (2022). First-in-human computational preprocedural planning of left main interventions using a new everolimus-eluting stent. JACC: Case Reports. 4(6):325-35. doi: 10.1016/j.jaccas.2022.02.001
- Cera, J. L. (2022). Enhancing Student and Patient Education: Development of a 3D Virtual Reality Pelvic Model with Emphasis on Pelvic Organ Prolapse. Urologic Nursing. 42(2):61-3.
- Carlson, K. J., Klute, L. M., Dowdall, J. R., Pate, S., Lyden, E. R., Stobbe, B. B., ... & Barnes, C. A. (2022). Just-in-time simulation training for nasopharyngeal specimen collection during the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic. Journal of Continuing Education in the Health Professions, 42(1), e88-e91. doi: 10.1097/CEH.0000000000000385
- Chen, E., Opperman, P., DeOliveira, E., Rodrigues Armijo, P., Kothari, V., Surdell, D. (2022). Introducer-free MIS-assisted Ventriculoperitoneal Shunt Placement: A Technical Document. Graduate Medical Education Research Journal. 4(1). doi: 10.32873/unmc.dc.gmerj.4.1.005
- Dye, P., & Gaskill, M. (2021, November). Virtual Reality, 3D and 2D Learning: A Study in Visual, Interactive Tools in the Field of Medicine. In Innovate Learning Summit (pp. 90-94). Association for the Advancement of Computing in Education (AACE).
- Donovan, S. K., Herstein, J. J., Prober, C. G., Kolars, J. C., Gordon, J. A., Boyers, P., ... & Davies, H. D. (2021). Expansion of simulation and extended reality for undergraduate health professions education: A call to action. Journal of Interprofessional Education & Practice, 24, 100436. doi: 10.1016/j.xjep.2021.100436
- Misra, A., Carlson, K. J., Barnes, C. A., Pate, S. K., Stobbe, B. B., & Dowdall, J. R. (2021). A Novel Just-In-Time-Online-Training for Nasopharyngeal Swab Specimen Collection During the COVID-19 Pandemic. Cureus, 13(6), e15944.
- Lung, K., Brummer, B., Sanderson, S., Holt, D. W. (2021). Alternative Input for Perfusion Management Devices: Voice Recognition for Data Input and the Effects on Charting and Perioperative Calculation Use. The Journal of ExtraCorporeal Technology. 53(4):286-92. doi: 10.1182/ject-2100037
- Branecki, C. E., Jobeun, N. J., Ronnfeldt, T. J., Ash, M. A., Schulte, T. E., & Langenfeld, J. G. (2020). Novel Barrier Enclosure for Both Aerosol and Droplet Protection Model. Western Journal of Emergency Medicine, 21(4), 790–794. doi: 10.5811/westjem.2020.6.47834
- Thompson, C. B., Kotcherlakota, S., Rejda, P., & Dye, P. (2018). Using Interactive Digital Wall (iWall) Technology to Promote Active Learning. Digital Commons at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.
Other Scholarly Publications
- Management of Change in Traditional Settings: A Transformational Journey for Health Professions Education - November 2024
- Teaming with the Metaverse and GenAI to Advance Remote Healthcare Delivery - May 2024
- Adoption of Virtual Reality in Health Professions Education: An Update - August 2023
- The Importance of Data: Developing a Health Professions Performance Assessment Model - May 2023
- Opportunity to Lead: Exploring 5G for Training & Outreach - November 2022
- An iEXCEL iXR Visualization Academy: Preparing the Future Digital Workforce, Creating the Leaders of Tomorrow - May 2022
- Simulation in Healthcare: Bringing XReality to Healthcare Education, Training & Patient Care - August 2021
- General Sir Patrick Sanders, Commander of Joint Forces Command - May 2021
- Jiri Sedivy, Chief Executive of the European Defense Agency (EDA) - February 2021
- Général d'armée aérienne Andre LANATA, Supreme Allied Commander Transformation - NATO - November 2020
- NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg - NATO 2030 - August 2020
- Foreword by Lieutenant General Carlos H. Loitey - May 2020
- iEXCEL: Improving Human Performance and Effectiveness in Healthcare - November 2019
- Exploring Distributed and Remote Learning Opportunities - August 2019
- iEXCEL - A Call to Action! - May 2019
- Nebraska Applied Research Institute (NARI) - November 2018
- The Center for Advanced Surgical Technology (CAST) - August 2018
- Building a Future Model for Health Professions Education - February 2018
- The New National Center for Health Security and Biopreparedness - May 2017
- Global Leadership in Transforming Human Performance and Effectiveness in Health Care - November 2016
- Leadership in Combating Weapons of Mass Destruction - May 2016
- Training for Readiness: Learning Together - February 2016
Presentations & Abstracts
- Glass, B. & Ang, J. Bridging Technology and Education: The Role of 3D and Interactive Media in Healthcare. Presenters. Association of Medical Illustrators Annual Conference. 7/2025. Grand Rapids, MI.
- Bouckhuyt, J. & Varandani, D. What’s Next in the Use of Simulation, Virtual & Augmented Reality in Health Professions Education. Presenters. Midwest Deans Association Summer Meeting 2025. 07/2025. Omaha, NE.
- Hollins, M. How Haptics is Shaping the Future of Healthcare Simulation. Presenter. Webinar at HealthySimulation.com. 06/2025. Virtual.
- Boyers, P. J. Impact of XR in Health Professions Education. Presenter. DisruptxRN Conference: College of Nursing, The Ohio State University. 4/2025. Columbus, OH.
- Bouckhuyt, J. Building, Maintaining, and Celebrating Your Team: A Pathway to Success. Presenter. ACS Surgical Simulation Summit. 3/2025. Chicago, IL.
- Stobbe, B. Using Data to Your Advantage: Demonstrating Your ROI. Presenter. ACS Surgical Simulation Summit. 3/2025. Chicago, IL.
- Gold, J. Virtual Reality in Health Care: A Paradigm Shift! Keynote Speaker. 9th Annual Virtual Reality and Healthcare Global Symposium. 3/2025. Sarasota, FL.
- Boyers, P. J., Misra, A., Hollins, M. & Varandani, D. The Role for Virtual Reality in health Professions Preparedness: Exploring the Potential. Presenters. 9th Annual Virtual Reality and Healthcare Global Symposium. 3/2025. Sarasota, FL.
- Broekemeier, J. M., Dolen, A., & Moravec, L. J. An Innovative Approach to Operating Room Simulation with Dental Hygiene Student Preparedness and Awareness: An iEXCEL Interprofessional Pilot Project. Presenters. 2025 UNMC Interprofessional Academy of Educator’s Spotlight on Scholarship. 3/2025. Omaha, NE.
- Monico, J., Thonen, M., & McAlarnen, L. Simulating Vascular Emergencies in Robotic Surgery: Preparing OB-GYN Residents for Surgical Complications. Presenters. 2025 UNMC Interprofessional Academy of Educator’s Spotlight on Scholarship. 3/2025. Omaha, NE.
- Satroplus, T., Dowdall, J., Bingcang, C., Richa, T., & Geelan-Hansen, K. Exposure of Tracheostomy Education Well-Received During Pre-Clinical Head and Neck Physical Exam Course. Presenters. 2025 UNMC Interprofessional Academy of Educator’s Spotlight on Scholarship. 3/2025. Omaha, NE.
- Bouckhuyt, J. & Stobbe, B. Research Opportunities at iEXCEL. Presenters. CHVR Lunch and Learn. 2/2025. Omaha, NE.
- Hollins, M. Multidimensional Vitruvian Human. Presenter. DNA Festival. 11/2024. Santa Monica, CA/Virtual.
- Boyers, P. J. & Hollins, M. Implementing Change in Traditional Settings: Sharing the Journey! Keynote speakers. The Generalists in Medical Education. 11/2024. Atlanta, GA.
- Hollins, M. Statewide Simulation & Next-Gen Healthcare Education. Presenter. Grand Challenges Planning Grant Symposium 2: "Enhancing Health Equity". 09/2024. Lincoln, NE.
- Hollins, M., Bronner, L., Carritt, N. & Palm, D. Panel Discussion. Panelist. Grand Challenges Planning Grant Symposium 2: "Enhancing Health Equity". 09/2024. Lincoln, NE.
- Varandani, D. & Baron, E. Generative AI for Graphics, Vision and 3D. Presenters. SIGGRAPH 2024. 07/2024. Denver, CO.
- Dye, P. & Varandani, D. The Advent of AI in Healthcare Visualization at iEXCEL. Presenters. Generative AI at UNMC Summer Symposium. 07/2024. Virtual.
- Boyers, P. J., Stobbe, B. & Misra, A. An Interprofessional, Experiential, Performance-based Model for Healthcare Professions. Presenters. Webinar at HealthySimulation.com. 06/2024. Virtual.
- Glass, B. Career Exploration Panel: Creative Arts & Design AFA. Panelist. Metropolitan Community College Career Exploration Panel. 05/2024. Elkhorn, NE.
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Stobbe, B. Using Data to Your Advantage: Demonstrating your ROI. Presenter. International Congress Healthcare Simulation: International Symposium in Operations. 05/2024. Buenos Aires, Argentina.
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Stobbe, B. Surgical Simulation Round Table: Surgical Simulation Operations. International Congress Healthcare Simulation: International Symposium in Operations. 05/2024. Buenos Aires, Argentina.
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Stobbe, B. Building, Maintaining and Celebrating Your Team: A Pathway to Success. Presenter. International Congress Healthcare Simulation: International Symposium in Operations. 05/2024. Buenos Aires, Argentina.
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Stobbe, B. Building a Simulation Program: Going from Organic to Organized. Presenter. International Congress Healthcare Simulation: International Symposium in Operations. 05/2024. Buenos Aires, Argentina.
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Rappolt, A. M., Boyers, P. J., Stobbe, B. B., Are, C., Lowndes, B. & Armijo, P. R. Interprofessional Education and Adoption of Simulation-based Training: Which Professions are Engaging and What is Being Assessed? Presenters. ACS Surgical Simulation Summit. 03/2024. Chicago, IL.
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Sullivan, J., Boyers, P. J., Stobbe, B. B., Are, C. & Armijo, P. R. Trends and Needs Assessment of Simulation-based Training in Rural Nebraska. Presenters. ACS Surgical Simulation Summit. 03/2024. Chicago, IL.
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Sullivan, J., Boyers, P. J., Stobbe, B. B., Are, C. & Armijo, P. R. Evaluation of the Simulation in Motion-Nebraska (SIM-NE) Training Program at iEXCEL-UNMC. Presenters. ACS Surgical Simulation Summit. 03/2024. Chicago, IL.
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Armijo, P. R., Pachunka, J., Kriss S., & Rohlfsen, C. Impact of Observed Structured Teaching Exercises (OSTE) on Teaching Skills and Behavioral Change in a Clinician Educator Track Program. Presenters. 2024 UNMC Interprofessional Academy of Educator’s Spotlight on Scholarship. 03/2024. Omaha, NE.
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Armijo, P. R., Barias, T., Liu, A., Fung, K., & Yuen, E. Building Interprofessional Cultural Competency: Using Simulation and Improvisation to Address Intergenerational Issues in Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Families. Presenters. 2024 UNMC Interprofessional Academy of Educator’s Spotlight on Scholarship. 03/2024. Omaha, NE.
- Reese, E., McBrien, S. B., Bowman, B., Cudzilo-Kelsey, L. & Fisher, S. Ob/Gyn Residents’ Confidence Completing Genetic Carrier Screening-Related Tasks Before and After an Interactive Educational Intervention. Presenters. 2024 UNMC Interprofessional Academy of Educator’s Spotlight on Scholarship. 03/2024. Omaha, NE.
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Boyers, P. J., Hollins, M. & Varandani, D. Bringing Learning to Life: A Paradigm Shift for Health Professions Education. Presenters. 8th Annual Virtual Reality and Healthcare Global Symposium. 03/2024. Tampa, FL.
- Christensen, S. M. L., Pohlmann, L., Lyden, E., Beam, E. L., & Langel, S. Designing Effective E-learning Modules: Exploring Best Practices in Module Navigation. Presenters. American Physical Therapy Association Combined Sections Meeting. 02/2024. Boston, MA.
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Hoffman, B., Koth, J., Michael, K., Sanderson, S., Stobbe, B. Innovative Clinical Fieldwork: Thinking out of the box (Part 2). ASAHP Webinar. 11/2023. Virtual.
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Hollins, M. iEXCEL Capabilities. TED Talk. Innovate Nebraska - Building the Healthtech Ecosystem. 09/2023. Omaha, NE.
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Armijo, P. R., Dye, P., Rogers, S., Peavy, R. & Kriss, S. Workshop: How to incorporate simulation and/or visualization into healthcare training. Presenters. InnovatED Symposium. 09/2023. Omaha, NE.
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Armijo, P. R., Dye, P. & Stobbe, B. Demystifying simulation-based education: An experiential iWall opportunity for Simulation Operations Specialists. Presenters. SimGHOSTS. 08/2023. Omaha, NE.
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Kriss, S., Nolker, J. & Lingel, C. Application of Video Communication in Telemedicine Simulation. Presenters. SimGHOSTS. 08/2023. Omaha, NE.
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Kriss, S., Nolker, J., Lingel, C. & Acharya, N. Application of Text-to-Speech Technology in Interpreter Simulation. Presenters. SimGHOSTS. 08/2023. Omaha, NE.
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Lockhart, T. J., Kriss, S. & Oxtoby, A. Utilizing Hybrid and Interprofessional Simulation to Improve Team Dynamics. Presenters. SimGHOSTS. 08/2023. Omaha, NE.
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Dye, P., Glass, B. & Varandani, D. Bringing Learning to Life: The iEXCEL Visualization Team - VR/AR, 3D & Holographic Visualization in Medical Education. Presenters. SimGHOSTS. 08/2023. Omaha, NE.
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Calberg, J. Analyzing a Simulation Center. Presenter. SimGHOSTS. 08/2023. Omaha, NE.
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Whannel, J. & Oxtoby, A. Low Cost No Cost Task Trainers. Presenter. SimGHOSTS. 08/2023. Omaha, NE.
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Staab, J. How Simulation in Motion-Nebraska is bringing Emergency Care Training to rural Nebraska. Presenter. SimGHOSTS. 08/2023. Omaha, NE.
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Rogers, S., Armijo, P. R., Langenfeld, J., Culross, B. & Kilstrom, J. Everything You Want to Know but Are Afraid to Ask - Conversations with Faculty. Presenters. SimGHOSTS. 08/2023. Omaha, NE.
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Oelschlager, P. Discover the Power of In-Situ Training and Standardized Patients in Healthcare! Presenter. SimGHOSTS. 08/2023. Omaha, NE.
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Rembrandt, R. Simulation Inoculation: Why using a child’s thought process improves simulation. Presenter. SimGHOSTS. 08/2023. Omaha, NE.
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Peavy, R., Howell, W., III, Olsen, J., Schnell, K. & Williamson, T. Planning and Executing Surgical Simulation. Presenter. SimGHOSTS. 08/2023. Omaha, NE.
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Rogers, S., Lockhart, T. J., Whannel, J. & Oxtoby, A. Taking Simulation Out of the Hospital & Classroom. Presenters. SimGHOSTS. 08/2023. Omaha, NE.
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Robinette-Prewitt, C. J. Driving to Results: Addressing Critical Education Needs in Rural Settings with Medical Simulation. Presenter. SimGHOSTS. 08/2023. Omaha, NE.
- Bouckhuyt, J. Exploring the Future of the Healthcare Simulation Technology Specialist Profession: A Live Streamed Panel. Panelist. SimGHOSTS. 08/2023. Omaha, NE.
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Armijo, P. R., Lowndes, B. & Schiller, A. Blended Research Curriculum for Interprofessional Learners: A Pilot Study. Presenters. 5th HIPE. 07/2023. Omaha NE.
- Rogers, S. Ultrasound Simulation: Creating a Complete Multi-Specialty Learning Pathway. Presenter. Webinar at HealthySimulation.com. 04/2023. Virtual.
- Ang, J. & Glass, B. Enhancing Your Presentations with Visualizations. Presenters. CHRI Pediatric Academic Workshop: Winter Writers Retreat. 03/2023. Omaha, NE.
- Boyers, P. The Future Face of Healthcare: Impact on Health Professions Training. Keynote Speaker. 5G Telemedicine Security Summit. 03/2023. Austin, TX.
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Dye, P. & Glass, B. AR/VR Projects at iEXCEL. Presenters. IAE IPE/SIM Combined SIG Meeting. 03/2023. Omaha, NE.
- Hedgecock, T. & Cera, J. Enhancing Patient Education with Innovative 3D-Virtual Reality Pelvic Model. Presenters. 2023 UNMC Interprofessional Academy of Educator’s Spotlight on Scholarship. 03/2023. Omaha, NE/Virtual.
- Tieken, K., Kelly, G., Maxwell, J., Visenio, M., Reynolds, J. & Fingeret, A. Feedback Versus Compliments Versus Both in Suturing and Knot Tying Simulation: A Randomized Controlled Trial. Presenters. 2023 UNMC Interprofessional Academy of Educator’s Spotlight on Scholarship. 03/2023. Omaha, NE/Virtual.
- Nguyen, T., Reinhart, B., Lyden, E., & Langenfeld, J. A Comparative Evaluation of 3D Printed Versus Standard Suture Materials. Presenters. 2023 UNMC Interprofessional Academy of Educator’s Spotlight on Scholarship. 03/2023. Omaha, NE/Virtual.
- Satroplus, T., Goicoechea, S., Ang, J. W., Wilt, J. J., Fisher, W. A., Varandani, D., & Barnes, C. (2025). Virtual Reality Anatomical Simulation for Skull Base Surgery. Presenters. ACS 2025 Surgeons and Engineers: A Dialogue on Surgical Simulation. 03/2025.
- Stobbe, B. Innovations in Simulation-Based Education: Simulation Summit “Shark Tank”. Panelist. ACS Surgical Simulation Summit. 02/2023. Orlando, FL.
- Langenfeld, J. PPE - Increase Provider Confidence through Sim and Just-In-Time Training. Presenter. IMSH. 01/2023. Orlando, FL.
- Dekker, D. Driving to Results: Addressing Critical Education Needs in Rural Settings with Medical Simulation. Presenter. Webinar at HealthySimulation.com. 11/2022. Virtual.
- Horak, S., Reynolds, J., Bouckhuyt, J., & Schissel, M. Physician Assistant Students’ Perceptions of an Operating Room Workshop. Poster Presentation. 2022 PAEA Education Forum. 10/2022. San Diego, CA.
- Hollins, M. How to Have Effective Partnerships. Panelist. Nebraska Arts Council Virtual Statewide Conference. 08/2022. Virtual.
- Boyers, P. Innovation in Global Health. Presenter. Middle East Northern Africa (MENA) Conference. 05/2022. Gaziantep, Turkey.
- Boyers, P. National Patient Safety Board Discussion Panel. Panelist. HealthySimulation.com Virtual Symposium. 04/2022. Virtual.
- Boyers, P. Digital Work Force Preparedness for a Changing World. Speaker. University of Nebraska Medical Center. 03/2022. Omaha, NE.
- Langenfeld, J. Hot Topics: Educator Session 6. Co-Presenter. IMSH. 01/2022. Los Angeles, CA.