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Annual review article: Rethinking heteronormativity in entrepreneurship studies research
Get PDFThis review article critiques how entrepreneurship scholars have engaged with heteronormativity. Research on entrepreneurship and heteronormativity is emergent and largely confined to the literature on lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans and queer (LGBTQ) entrepreneurs. Despite generating valuable insights into heteronormativity’s impact on LGBTQ entrepreneurs, there is unevenness in how it is conceptualised in terms of definition and deployment. Elaborated in a set of critical observations, this article argues that the choices entrepreneurship scholars make about how heteronormativity is (not) defined and utilised are clearly consequential for any analysis of its dynamics in and outside the entrepreneurship domain. To progress debate and research, this article conceptualises heteronormativity as analytical category that is steeped in queer and feminist theory. This review calls for clearer and deeper conceptual engagements with heteronormativity and a more encompassing approach to the study of heteronormativity that also focuses on its relationship with heterosexuality and heterosexual entrepreneurs
Creative re-subjectivations : becoming animal in the films of Matteo Garrone and David Cronenberg
No full textThis essay considers the posthuman and ecological tensions pervading the respective filmographies of Matteo Garrone and David Cronenberg. Taking our cue from Gilles Deleuze and Félix Guattari’s concept of becoming-animal, we investigate the recurring motifs and philosophical concerns that emerge from particular filmic ecologies and the characters inhabiting them. By displaying figures that appear dominated by fluxes of desires and passions they neither control nor manage through self-reflection and detached awareness, Garrone’s and Cronenberg’s cinemas challenge any image of rationality ostensibly embedded in the human. The encounters with the material and technological world that surround the individuality of characters do not necessarily define affirmative processes of becoming, but they do help us understand the dynamic nature of subjectivity and the always surprising possibilities for de-subjectivation and creative resubjectivation. Here we focus on four works: Garrone’s The Embalmer (2002) and Dogman (2018), and Cronenberg’s The Fly (1986) and Crash (1996)
Feasibility Study of Autonomous Electric Last-mile Delivery Vehicle in Oxford: Design and Modeling of Electric Powertrain and Battery Pack
No full textThis project explores the redesign of the battery system for a low-speed autonomous delivery vehicle currently used for last-mile logistics in Oxford. The vehicle, originally pedal-assisted and powered by a 250 W motor with support from a human rider, required significant modification to operate fully autonomously. To achieve this, the motor was reconfigured to provide full propulsion without rider input, and additional power was required to support the autonomous driving systems onboard.
The original battery was found insufficient to support the new power demands, offering less than 27 km of range in simulations — far below the 70 km operational target. A new battery was designed using a 13s50p configuration with Panasonic 18650PF lithium-ion cells, providing 6.48 kWh of energy while maintaining compatibility with the existing 48V system. The battery was integrated as two split modules to improve weight distribution and lower the vehicle’s centre of gravity.
A Heinzmann RN111 rear hub motor and KT sine wave controller were retained and reprogrammed to deliver 500 W, replacing both the original motor output and rider contribution. Sustainability considerations were embedded throughout the design: by increasing battery capacity, the system requires fewer charge cycles, which slows degradation and improves long-term performance. This enables second-life battery applications once State of Health remains above 70%, reducing overall environmental impact.
Simulation results validated the system’s ability to meet the 70 km range target under continuous load, demonstrating a successful powertrain upgrade for autonomous urban delivery
Neuro-Women’s Health Database
Get PDFNeurological research has historically focused on men, leading to significant gaps in understanding how conditions such as ADHD, migraines, and Alzheimer’s affect women differently. This project aims to address this imbalance by creating an open-access database compiling studies on gender differences in neuroscience. The goal is to highlight disparities in diagnosis, treatment, and research focus, making this information accessible to both researchers and the public.
To develop this resource, I have conducted an extensive review of existing literature using databases like PubMed and Google Scholar, identifying key areas where female representation in research is lacking. I have also sought insights from neuroscience experts at Oxford Brookes to refine the project’s scope.
While the database is still in development, I expect to uncover patterns showing how neurological conditions are often under-researched or misdiagnosed in women. These findings will serve as a foundation for raising awareness and advocating for more inclusive study designs.
This project has the potential to drive meaningful change by encouraging researchers to prioritise gender-inclusive neuroscience studies. As the work progresses, the next steps involve expanding the database, fostering collaborations with academics, and using this platform to support initiatives that promote better representation of women in medical research
