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Shared Histories, Shared Futures: The Korean War Armistice and Bilateral Relations at 70
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Up from the Archives: Disability, Queerness, and the Politics of Worth, Kim Andreassen Thinks with Beswick, 1970
Get PDFDavid G. Beswick's 1970 article ‘Attitudes to taking human life’ holds an interesting place within sociological research and its content, when reinterpreted through the intersecting lenses of queer theory, critical disability studies and design justice principles, can provide a contemporary understanding of human life. Situated within a historical context of pathologisation and exclusion, the original study is interrogated for its normative assumptions, methodological limitations and ethical omissions, particularly its treatment of disability and absence of queer perspectives. This piece proposes a reimagining of the initial survey design and delivery in a manner that centres lived experience, challenges ableist and heteronormative framings, and affirms the dignity of marginalised communities. In doing so, it advocates for inclusive, participatory and trauma-informed approaches to sociological inquiry that honour historical legacies and future possibilities – and the hope that researchers will use the redesigned survey to understand current Australian attitudes towards killing
The impact of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander teachers in school communities: a case study of the RATEP program
Get PDFIn the Australian education system, the call for more First Nations teachers has been central to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander education policy for at least 50 years and has been re-iterated in the recent National Teacher Workforce Action Plan. In response, there have been several programs over time that have served to train Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander teachers. One such pathway is Queensland’s Remote Area Teacher Education Program (RATEP). Despite having been in operation for over 30 years, there have been little published findings about the impact of this pathway. This case study evaluates the impact that graduates of RATEP have had on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and the school communities in which they taught. This study used the “most significant change” research method to find that teachers’ critical points of impact were their abilities to act as conduits for building relationships and developing cultural understanding in school communities. Further, the tension between the need to increase the number of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander teachers and the personal cost to these teachers in carrying this weight of responsibility was evident. We conclude with propositions for the future and ongoing research in this field
Development of a Geometallurgical Coarse Gangue Rejection Indicators for Gold Ores
Get PDFThe global decline in gold ore grades has necessitated the adoption of coarse gangue rejection (CGR) to enhance processing efficiency. This study evaluates the influence of ore properties like mineralogy, porosity, and hardness on CGR performance using various methods, including selective comminution, screening, and heavy liquid separation (HLS). Results show that pyrite content and particle size significantly influence gangue rejection, with machine learning models achieving up to 93.7% variance explanation in CGR response prediction
Novel Insights into Trenching of Ni-Containing Low Alloy Steel in Simulated Sour Conditions with Sodium Thiosulfate
Get PDFThere is interest in using thiosulfate as a simulant for research on the sour corrosion of carbon steel because of its safety compared to the original sour test using H2S gas. The effect of Ni on trenching behavior using a simulated sour solution containing 10−3 M Na2S2O3 with pH 4.0 was investigated using a four-point bending test in various applied and open-circuit potential conditions. In this study, x-ray diffraction and scanning electron microscopy were used to characterize steel surfaces after testing. The results showed that Ni promotes trenching and is especially favored by anodic constant potential conditions. On the other hand, the amount of H2S generated by the dissociation and reaction of Na2S2O3 with the metal surface during the test was also influenced by Ni content and applied potential. Specifically, the alloying of Ni and the increase in potential promoted H2S formation. Moreover, the H2S concentrations on the steel surface during the tests at pH 4.0 in this study were estimated to correspond to the sour region 0, which is lower than previously reported test at pH 2.7. This indicates that the simulated sour test is more difficult to control H2S concentration than in our earlier sour test with actual H2S gas and found that the amount of H2S generated on each test condition must be taken into consideration carefully when investigating the corrosion behavior in a simulated sour solution containing Na2S2O3. Based on the experimental findings, the trenching mechanism of Ni-containing steel low alloy steel under 10−3 M Na2S2O3 containing acid brines with pH4.0 is proposed
Climbing the Slippery Slope: Investigating Real Estate Developer Strategy
Get PDFReal estate developers are key to the future of cities. Yet what they view as strategic and how they craft strategy is not well understood. This research concludes that geographical focus, sectoral priorities, timeframes, land banking and sell vs hold are strategic. Land prices vs construction costs, WFH/online retail, technology and branding, but also comparative planning systems macro-economic and ESG factors and the demands of funders are all important drivers of developer strategy
Essays on Chinese Corporate Finance
No full textSince China launched its stock market in the early 1990s and began establishing modern corporations, it has experienced remarkable economic growth. Now the world’s second-largest economy, China is home to numerous globally influential corporations. This rapid development has spurred extensive research in corporate finance, focusing on the unique institutional factors influencing the behavior and performance of Chinese corporate leaders and firms. This thesis investigates these factors through three essays that explore the impact of unique Chinese historical events, institutional and regulatory environment changes, and environmental challenges on corporate decision-making and firm performance
Enhancing the spatial and temporal resolution of satellite-derived land surface temperature in urban environments: A systematic literature review
Get PDFRemembering the Past, Building the Future: Miri’s WWII Memorial and the Resilience of the Human Spirit
Get PDFMemorials are more than just stone and steel; they are testaments to the human spirit. We build them to honour the past, to learn from history, and to shape a better future. These structures serve as powerful reminders of significant people, events, and sacrifices, ensuring their legacies endure despite the passage of time. They offer tangible connections to the past, transforming abstract historical narratives into palpable experiences. For communities grappling with loss and trauma, memorials provide a crucial space for collective healing, a place where grief can be shared and solace found.
Beyond their historical significance, memorials embody and communicate cherished values, reminding us of the ideals that define a society – courage, sacrifice, freedom, and justice. The very act of erecting a memorial can be a unifying force, bringing communities together around a shared purpose and fostering a sense of collective identity. Whether grand monuments or simple plaques, these structures connect us to the past, shaping our understanding of the present, and guiding our aspirations for the future