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Commentary on: D. Godden’s "Reconstruction and Representation: Deductivism as an Interpretive Strategy”
No full textHow is Leadership Shared? SNA Insights into Athlete Leadership Distribution in Sport Teams
No full textExcitation Signal Design for Fast Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopy in Battery Testing
No full textElectrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS) is a widely used technique for analyzing battery dynamics over a broad frequency spectrum. Conventional state-of-the-art EIS methods involve applying a sequence of sinusoidal excitation signals, ranging from very low to very high frequencies, to capture the impedance response of the battery. However, this process is time-consuming, often requiring several hours to complete. Alternatively, approaches using pulse-based excitation have shown promise in reducing test time but often suffer from challenges in handling measurement noise and poor frequency resolution, especially at low frequencies. This work presents an improved rectangular pulse-based impedance characterization technique that enhances low-frequency resolution, increases robustness to noise, and reduces experimental time. This is accomplished through the following three key contributions of this paper: First, it establishes statistical noise properties in the Fourier-transformed signals, enabling effective noise reduction through averaging. Second, it proposes a log-frequency clustering approach to average impedance data, enhancing the accuracy of the impedance spectrum. Third, it presents a systematic pulse design method using the knowledge of the approximate time constants of the system to select the sampling interval, pulse width, and rest duration for reduced test time, improved low-frequency resolution, and enhanced signal-to-noise ratio (SNR). Together, the proposed approach enables faster and more accurate impedance characterization. Simulation analysis and experimental results confirm that the proposed approach enhances spectral resolution at low frequencies, mitigates the impact of noise at high frequencies, and significantly improves the reliability of impedance estimates at a faster measurement time frame
Recovery identity as a buffer: mitigating trauma's impact on recovery capital in collegiate recovery programs
No full textIntroduction Experiencing trauma is well-known to negatively impact AOSUD recovery and recovery capital. However, having a stronger recovery identity positively impacts recovery capital, and can be strengthened through recovery-supportive relationships. Identity change and reconstruction is also central to trauma healing, making it likely that recovery identity buffers the effect of trauma on recovery capital. This study examines this relationship and identifies types of recovery supports that facilitate development of stronger recovery identity within participants in collegiate recovery programs (CRPs). Methods The sample consisted of participants in the National Longitudinal Collegiate Recovery Study who completed all measures at their baseline assessment ( N = 168). Total scores of the PCL-5 short form (trauma) and Recovery Identity scale (RI) were regressed on the Brief Assessment of Recovery Capital (BARC) total score. Measures of recovery support, including a measure of support from CRP staff and individual yes/no questions about experiencing various recovery supports, were regressed on RI scores. Results Lower PCL-5 scores and higher RI scores both significantly predicted higher recovery capital scores [adjR2 = .51; F(3, 168) = 59.61, p < .001], and interacted such that having higher RI scores buffered the impact of having higher trauma scores on recovery capital [ΔR2 = .01, F(4, 168) = 46.66, p < .001]. Perceiving CRP staff ( β = .04, p = .007) and peers in recovery ( β = .32, p < .001) as being supportive of one's recovery significantly predicted higher recovery identity scores [adjR2 = .16; F(5, 173) = 107.01, p < .001]. Conclusion Having a stronger recovery identity buffers the impact of trauma symptoms on recovery capital for CRP participants. CRP participants who perceive their CRP staff as being strong role models and providing a safe, welcoming recovery space and who have support from peers in recovery had stronger recovery identities. CRPs can help participants with higher trauma levels to build recovery-supportive relationships with their peers, and can create supportive, trauma-responsive spaces for all participants
On inference of boxplot symbolic data: applications in climatology
No full textThis paper presents a pioneering study on the inference of boxplot-valued data using both Bayesian and frequentist approaches within a multivariate framework. This approach leverages complex yet intuitive representations to make large datasets more manageable and enhance their interpretability, which is invaluable in the age of big data. Boxplot-valued data are particularly important due to their ability to capture the inherent variability and distributional characteristics of complex datasets. In our study, we propose novel methodologies for parameter estimation and density estimation for boxplot-valued data and apply these techniques to climatological data. Specifically, we utilize data from the Berkeley Earth Surface Temperature Study, which aggregates 1.6 billion temperature reports from 16 pre-existing archives affiliated with the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory. Our methods are validated through extensive simulations comparing the efficiency and accuracy of Bayesian and frequentist estimators. We demonstrate the practical applicability of our approach by analyzing summer average temperatures across various European countries. The proposed techniques provide robust tools for analyzing complex data structures, offering valuable insights into climatic trends and variations. Our study highlights the advantages and limitations of each inferential method, offering guidance for future research and applications in the field of climatology
Exit disruption and matching in venture capital markets: Evidence based on IPO suspensions in China
No full textThis study investigates the impact of IPO suspensions on the matching relationship between venture capital firms (VCs) and startups in China's venture capital market. We find that IPO suspensions significantly improve the degree of matching between VCs and startups. This effect is particularly pronounced for lower-quality VCs and startups with limited growth potential. Moreover, the positive impact of IPO suspensions on matching is stronger when VCs are domestic or state-backed, when VCs and startups are located in the same region, or when startups are in the middle or late stages of development. Our analysis reveals that IPO suspensions reduce VCs' risk-taking behavior and facilitate information exchange in the venture capital market, thereby enhancing the matching process. These findings provide novel evidence on the role of government policy interventions, such as IPO suspensions, in shaping the investment and financing activities of VCs and startups in China's venture capital market
Cancer Care Experiences Among Adolescents, Caregivers, and Health Care Providers in a Regional Canadian Context: Protocol for a Qualitative Study
No full textBackground:
Adolescents diagnosed with cancer face significant disruptions to their development, education, and social lives. These challenges are pronounced in regional settings, where access to specialized, developmentally appropriate oncology care is limited. In Ontario, Canada, youth aged 12 to 18 years often fall between pediatric and adult care systems, leading to fragmented services, unmet psychosocial needs, and long-term disparities in survivorship. While international literature has examined the cancer experiences of adolescents and young adults, most research originates from the United States, limiting its relevance in the Canadian context. In Ontario’s regional hospitals, youth and families face disparities in care quality, specialist access, and logistical challenges. More research is needed to inform equitable, youth-centered cancer care models.
Objective:
This study aims to explore the lived experiences of youth cancer survivors, their caregivers, and health care providers (HCPs) in a regional Canadian context. The study investigates four research questions: (1) What are the daily experiences and psychosocial needs of youth during and after treatment? (2) How do caregivers navigate cancer care for youth? (3) What are HCPs’ perspectives on delivering cancer care for youth? (4) What recommendations can youth, caregivers, and HCPs offer to improve cancer care systems for youth?
Methods:
We applied a qualitative descriptive design using semistructured web-based interviews and reflexive thematic analysis. Participants were recruited through a multimethod strategy, including clinician referral, posters, digital outreach, and professional networks. The anticipated sample includes 24 participants: 8 (33%) youth cancer survivors (aged 12 to 18 years at diagnosis), 8 (33%) caregivers, and 8 (33%) HCPs. Eligibility criteria were defined to ensure safety, diversity, and relevance. Interviews were conducted via Microsoft Teams, transcribed verbatim, and analyzed using the 6-phase reflexive thematic analysis approach described by Braun and Clarke. NVivo software supported coding and theme development. Demographic data were analyzed descriptively to contextualize the findings.
Results:
As of September 2025, 14 participants had completed interviews: 6 (43%) caregivers, 6 (43%) HCPs, and 2 (14%) youths. Youth recruitment has been challenging due to the developmental stage and competing commitments. Data collection concluded in December 2024. Preliminary transcript coding was completed in early 2025, with final analysis and synthesis of themes completed in June 2025. This study was funded in August 2023, and results are expected to be published in Fall 2025 and Winter 2026.
Conclusions:
This study will provide critical insight into cancer care delivery for youth in a regional Canadian setting. Integrating youth, caregiver, and HCP perspectives will illuminate systemic gaps, relational dynamics, and context-specific barriers. The findings will inform policy, education, and service innovations aimed at improving equity, continuity, and developmental responsiveness in oncology care for adolescents and young adults in Canada
The Lance: School Year 1978-1979
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Commentary on: B. Huss’ “Being Careful with Paralogisms: Pedagogical Concerns about Informal Fallacies”
No full textRacial disparities in child welfare: A propensity score matched analysis of Black and White children in Canada
No full textFindings indicate that Black children were investigated for maltreatment at 2.27 times the rate of White children. Out-of-home placement rates were also higher (3.4 vs. 1.9 per 1000; 1.79 times per capita). After matching, Black children remained more likely to be placed in out-of home care, with a rate more than double that of their white counterparts (3.1 % vs. 1.5 %; LR = 0.004, p = 0.004) CONCLUSION: These findings highlight a compounded effect of bias across Black children's CW trajectories, suggesting a need to address both structural and institutional factors that contribute to disparities in CW investigations and out-of-home placement decisions.Canada Research ChairsSocial Sciences and Humanities Research Counci