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GIS-based Multi-Criteria Decision Analysis for Marine Energy Site Selection: A Case Study Comparison between Puerto Rico and Hawaii
Get PDFGeospatial information systems (GIS) enable easy visualization of geospatial data representing different criteria important for optimal siting of marine energy projects. Multi-Criteria Decision Analysis (MCDA) is a geospatial analysis method that facilitates the evaluation of multiple, usually overlapping, site criteria. While GIS-based MCDA has been used extensively for land-based renewable energy projects, limited research exists on its application to marine-based renewable energy projects. Similarly, most literature overlooks the integration of social or environmental justice data. This project applies GIS-based MCDA to conduct site selection analysis for two marine renewable energy (MRE) projects in Puerto Rico and Hawaii. The results for Puerto Rico indicate that Coastal Structure Integrated Wave Energy Converter (CSI-WEC) projects should be focused primarily along the main island, specifically the northeastern and southern coasts. Similarly, the study in Hawaii demonstrates the feasibility of a hybrid wind-wave-solar project near the islands, particularly off of the northern coasts. The inclusion of social justice data yielded different site selection outcomes compared to analyses considering solely technical and resource criteria, suggesting the importance of incorporating social data into future site selection decisions. Between study sites, variations in the results were observed based on the criteria chosen and their respective weightings. Both studies’ results indicate the suitability of GIS-based MCDA methodologies across diverse locations and MRE technologies
Aging on the Margins: The Older Woman as a Queer^ Subject
Get PDFAcross film genre and history, the figure of the older woman has remained largely invisible. “Frail, Frumpy and Forgotten: A Report on the Movie Roles of Women of Age,” a 2020 study conducted by The Geena Davis Institute on Gender and Media, finds that female characters made up just 25.3% of characters over the age of 50 in the top-grossing films of 2019 within the United States, the United Kingdom, France, and Germany. All of these characters occupied minimal, supporting roles: none of the leading characters in the selected films were women over the age of 50, and the large majority of such characters were white, cis-heterosexual women (The Geena Davis Institute on Gender and Media, “Frail, Frumpy and Forgotten.” ). In this project, I simultaneously draw from frameworks rooted in queer theory and feminist theory to analyze the figure of the aging woman. Deploying the neologism “queerness^,” I work to more deeply and extensively explore her relationship to queerness as a force, and highlight the utopic, liberatory potentials that such an affiliation could afford her. I closely analyze three films: 80 for Brady, She Will, and Thank You and Goodnight, to explore and highlight the radical power that lies in divergent, anti-normative representation
Access and Equity in Higher Education: The Social Significance of Mentoring BIPOC and FGLI Students
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HealthPRO Pediatrics and Spine & Sport Physical Therapy Occupational Therapy Internship
No full textThis reflection paper summarizes my summer experiences volunteering and observing in two distinct occupational therapy (OT) settings in San Diego, CA: an outpatient clinic for upper extremities with Spine & Sport Physical Therapy in National City, and a pediatric OT setting at HealthPRO Pediatrics in Rancho Bernardo. Through networking and leveraging connections, I secured observational roles at both clinics, which provided me with over 65 hours of exposure to different OT specializations. My primary objectives were to gain a comprehensive understanding of the field, refine my observational skills, and build professional connections. Despite the observational nature of my role, I was able to develop valuable insights into treatment planning, patient interaction, and the overall therapeutic process. The experiences enhanced my time management, organizational, leadership, and communication skills. I also learned the importance of adapting to new environments and assertively engaging with professionals. My academic background in psychology, sociology, and human development significantly informed my approach, enabling me to connect theoretical knowledge with practical experiences. Additionally, I identified personal strengths and areas for improvement, such as adapting to different work schedules and maintaining perseverance. This experience reinforced key ethical principles, including patient confidentiality and culturally sensitive care. Ultimately, these observations have shaped my career goals, inspiring me to pursue a doctorate in Occupational Therapy. The experiences solidified my passion for the field and provided a clear pathway toward enhancing my clinical skills and leadership abilities in patient advocacy
