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Care and Contagion in King Lear, by way of Introduction
No full textThis chapter examines the unexpectedly rich deployment of varieties of care in King Lear and the way that figures into the play’s engagement with notions of contagion. In King Lear, Shakespeare brings together contemporary understandings of contagious air, deleterious environmental conditions, and humoral overload all fused with the depiction of careworn, familial rupture. I give particular attention to the oft-neglected scenes of caregiving in Act 4 Scene 7, where Lear’s ravaged body and mind are treated by Cordelia and the Gentleman (Folio; or Doctor in the Quarto) in a combined image domestic and official practices that may have reminded audiences of the ways in which women and men often worked together in the provision of care in the period. More broadly, this reading serves as a way of introducing the central concerns and individual chapters of Care and Contagion in Shakespeare’s Changing World
Computed tomographic imaging spectroscopy for the measurement of re-entry break-up and demise
No full textSpectral measurements of re-entry events are essential to the development and validation of the numerical models of re-entry that are required for safe and sustainable space industries. Imaging spectrometers are the dominant instrument for re-entry capsule measurements; and, while they have had some success in re-entry demise observations, they cannot discriminate between multiple objects with overlapping spectral signatures. These successes have required substantial separation of the objects along the dispersion-normal axis. To overcome this restrictive requirement, spectral imaging methods that are suitable for measurements of objects with overlapping spectral signatures are required. In this work, the viability of the computed tomographic imaging spectroscopy (CTIS) technique for re-entry applications is demonstrated. A prototype CTIS instrument was developed and used to measure scenes replicating aspects of the spatial and spectral properties of re-entry break-up fields; a spatiospectral field significantly different to those previously investigated using CTIS. A new CTIS calibration method which is suitable for in-situ fieldwork calibration was developed. The prototype instrument was able to reconstruct both the high-frequency spatial features and the narrowband spectral features of the test scene, demonstrating its potential for material identification during re-entry. Through measurements of a known-radiance source, CTIS was shown to be capable of resolving spectral irradiance in wavelength and amplitude, should the spectral sensitivity of the instrument be suitable. These newly validated capabilities of CTIS could enable its application in broader contexts, such as the high-enthalpy flows produced in shock tunnels and plasma facilities. Practical recommendations to develop the prototype into an observation-ready instrument design are provided
Making music that matters: Positive music leadership for social health
No full textThis book presents a transformative vision for musicians seeking meaningful careers while revitalising community wellbeing. In an era of unprecedented social disconnection, this groundbreaking book weaves together positive and social psychology, leadership studies, and interpersonal neurobiology to illuminate powerful pathways for musicians to engage in rewarding work with profound social impact.
Through evidence-based frameworks and compelling case studies, this book provides practical strategies for musicians to harness their strengths, foster belonging within diverse groups, and articulate their work's value as a public health resource. Organised in three parts—focused on leading leading self, leading others, and understanding context—the chapters include frameworks for identifying strengths, creating energising relationships, building group identities, and developing systems thinking, alongside reflective exercises and real-world applications. Readers will discover how to create transformative musical experiences that build personal fulfilment and strengthen community connections.
This accessible book speaks to musicians seeking to diversify their career portfolios, educators developing future music leaders, and health professionals interested in harnessing music's connective power through innovative social programs. It reveals how approaching musicianship as positive leadership creates dual impact—enriching both musicians' careers and the social health of the communities they serve
Reimagining nursing education Mapping student learning, transition, and workforce readiness A scoping review
No full textBackground
Graduating nursing students frequently encounter a disconnect between academic preparation and the realities of clinical practice, often feeling underprepared, overwhelmed, and emotionally vulnerable. Contributing factors include inconsistent curricula, variable teaching quality, and limited access to high-fidelity simulation and mentorship. This fragmented preparation framework undermines resilience and readiness for today's complex healthcare environments.
Aim
The aim of this scoping review is to identify and map the existing gaps in nurse education that impact the preparedness of student nurses entering professional practice.
Design/Methods
A scoping review conducted in December 2024 and December 2025 mapped the existing literature on nursing education to identify research gaps. The review comprised a comprehensive search of CINAHL, Informit, ProQuest, PsycINFO, PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science, followed by analysis of the 81 relevant studies. The PRISMA-ScR guidelines ensured a systematic and transparent approach to the selection and inclusion of studies.
Results
The review identified overarching domains (curriculum, teaching, simulation, clinical education and student readiness) where specific barriers were evident, including the theory-practice gap, inconsistent supervision and feedback, limited evaluation transparency, and transition shock. Evidence suggests that integrating practice-proximal education (simulation and longitudinal placements) with structured supports (Dedicated Education Units, mentorship/residency programs) and robust feedback mechanisms provides a coherent pathway to strengthen graduate readiness and early-career outcomes.
Conclusion
Nursing students face persistent challenges in achieving clinical readiness due to fragmented curricula, inconsistent pedagogy, and limited academic-clinical integration. Addressing these issues requires a future-focused, evidence-informed education model, such as the Professional Readiness and Education for Practice Framework, which embeds authentic clinical experiences, structured mentorship, cultural safety, and digital health competencies to prepare graduates for the realities of contemporary healthcare practice
Yes, GenAI can make academic writing easier without making us less scholarly
No full textGenerative AI does not change scholarship’s foundations of judgement, authorship and care, but it does require academics to apply them more intentionally when writin
Assessing the Mental Health of Children with Intellectual Disabilities: A Systematic Review Protocol
No full textIntellectual disabilities (IDs) are a group of developmental conditions characterised by limitations in cognitive functioning and adaptive behaviour, which can affect an individual’s ability to communicate, learn, and engage in everyday activities (Luna, 2024). Research indicates that 1.74% of the worldwide population in 2019, and 4.3% of Australian children in 2021 are living with IDs (Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care, 2021; Nair, et al., 2022). Additionally, it is widely reported that individuals presenting with IDs are at greater risk of experiencing psychological distress and mental health concerns (Buckley, et al., 2020).
There are significant costs and burdens placed on the Australian Government, associated with supporting children with IDs. The annual cost of children with IDs to the Australian Government is estimated to be 8,429.3 million in 2019-2020), carer allowances, and increased public healthcare utilisation (National Disability Insurance Agency, 2019; Schofield, 2024). Reports indicate that there is currently poor management of the mental health and wellbeing needs of children with IDs (World Health Organisation & the United Nations Children’s Fund, 2023). This underscores a critical need to further understand the costs and burdens of IDs on children, their families, services, and society when evaluating their mental health and wellbeing.
Families of children with IDs also face significant costs including time spent providing care, caregiver absenteeism, reduced quality of life, reduced emotional and mental health and wellbeing, and financial burdens (Alnahdi & Schwab, 2024). Moreover, children with IDs experience reduced quality of life, dignity, and social inclusion, as well as impacted education as a result of their reliance on others and difficulties with independent participation of daily living activities (Alnahdi & Schwab, 2024; The Royal Commission, 2021). The Royal Commission (2021) states that children with IDs have a higher incidence of experiencing further poor health outcomes and comorbid conditions. The above outlined costs to both society as a whole, services, families, and children highlight the urgent need to review current approaches to supporting children with IDs
Sustainable concrete with waste glass and pond ash: durability and life cycle assessment
No full textCrushed waste glass as fine aggregate (GFA) is increasingly utilised in concrete to address environmental issues from glass waste accumulation and reduce dependency on natural river sand, which is rapidly depleting and harming river systems. However, GFA presents a significant challenge due to Alkali-Silica Reaction (ASR), which causes concrete expansion and cracking, thereby limiting its broader application. Pond ash (PA), the residual ash from coal-fired power plants stored in ash ponds or silos, is employed as a supplementary cementitious material owing to its pozzolanic properties and is viewed as a potential alternative to fly ash (FA), which mitigates ASR but faces supply shortages due to coal plant closures. This study explores the viability of PA in reducing ASR expansion and enhancing the durability of GFA concrete. Concrete mixes with varying levels of GFA and PA replacements were tested for compressive strength, shrinkage, creep, moisture absorption, permeability, sorption and ASR expansion over short- and long-term curing periods, with PA performance compared to that of FA. Key findings indicate that GFA enhances both short-term and long-term strength while increasing the risk of ASR expansion. In contrast, PA effectively eliminates ASR expansion and performs similarly to FA. Furthermore, PA demonstrated comparable performance to FA in all other durability tests, confirming its viability as an alternative to FA. Life cycle assessment results reveal that while GFA alone does not substantially improve the environmental impacts of concrete, the addition of PA markedly enhances its sustainability by significantly reducing impacts in major categories
Managing Menstruation while working in the Australasian Ambulance Service Environment
No full textAmbulance service workplace demographic has become more feminized, therefore female-specific issues must be included in workforce planning, policies, and procedures. Ambulance personnel who menstruate, including women, trans, and non-binary paramedics who menstruate as well as undergraduate paramedicine students attending clinical placement, may face additional difficulties when managing their menstruation in the workplace. Research on menstrual health amongst individuals working in the ambulance service environment is limited, prompting this investigation into how those – ambulance service personnel or undergraduate paramedicine students - who menstruate, manage their menstrual cycle while performing workplace duties or completing clinical placements in the emergency ambulance [health] service workplace environment. To our knowledge, this is the first study to investigate, describe, and measure the impacts and experiences of people who menstruate while working for Australasian ambulance services. Participants in this study completed an anonymous online survey about their menstrual cycle and effects on their workplace performance. Results indicate those who menstruate whilst working in an ambulance environment are adversely impacted by their menstruation. This psychological safety, and health and wellbeing issue requires addressing both in research and workforce policy for the ambulance industry. The findings and discussion are informed by Foucauldian analyses of disciplinary power to illustrate how organizational practices regulate, normalize, and produce gendered bodies, determining the conditions under which they are either rendered invisible or made visible. As paramedicine continues to grow as a profession, and diversify, it is imperative that bodily difference is not treated as a private inconvenience but as a legitimate consideration of organizational responsibility. Addressing menstrual inequity is a matter of workplace gendered practices, dignity, wellbeing, justice, and basic human rights. The researchers recommend the ambulance industry/paramedic profession moves towards open discussions, education of the workforce, and the instigation of supportive workplace practices that have a positive impact on people who menstruate while working in the ambulance service environment
What's so special about rugby? Volunteer coaches' beliefs of how the features unique to rugby union influence the development of life skills in players
No full textCommunity sports coaches have cited the development of players’ life skills through sport as a primary motive for coaching. While coaches’ respective methods of and approaches to developing players’ life skills have been researched, factors such as the influence a specific sport’s especial rules and customs might have on this process have been neglected. Using an Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis, the purpose of this study was to explore what features unique to the game of rugby do five regionally-based volunteer coaches consider important in developing players’ life skills based on their lived experiences as players and
coaches. Findings suggested that these coaches saw the heavy physical contact involved in rugby provided a high-risk environment which required players, individually and collectively, to develop life skills such as cooperation, resilience, empathy, supportiveness and self-control
to overcome physical and emotional challenges presented by the nature of the game
Open set recognition of radar specific emitter based on adversarial reciprocal point learning
No full textRadar specific emitter identification (SEI) is a key technology in electromagnetic spectrum control. Although the emergence of deep learning has promoted the development of SEI, there are still many shortcomings in the current research results. Most of the traditional deep learning algorithms are applicable to closed-set identification and can only be used when the database is complete. In addition, individual differences in radar signals are susceptible to noise interference, but traditional denoising methods are usually independent of the feature extraction process, making it difficult to ensure that certain individual information is not lost. Therefore, in this paper, we propose a new radar emitter open set recognition method called adversarial reciprocal point learning with adaptive denoising (ARPLAD). Firstly, we design a new feature extraction network for one-dimensional signals, which combines deep residual shrinkage network with efficient attention mechanism to autonomously denoise signals and focus on important parts of signal features. Secondly, we train the network using adversarial reciprocal point learning combined with center loss to extract discriminative features with compact intraclass distances and separable interclass distances, which can efficiently discriminate unknown signals and reduce the risk of open set identification. The experimental results show that ARPLAD exhibits excellent performance in different conditions, providing an effective solution for SEI in open electromagnetic environments