23 research outputs found
Leesa Streifler : Subjective/Reflective
No full textThe author decribes Streifler's work as a critique of feminine stereotypes, with reference to personal identity and social injustice. Biographical notes. 1 bibl. ref
Technology development for quantum: A university-industry applied research project
No full textThe growing interest in the quantum realm has contributed to the creation of many startups working to make the next strides in quantum computing. Many big-name companies like Microsoft and IBM have made great strides in this realm. There are now easier ways to work with quantum because of the cloud quantum computers that are now available, for example, Azure Quantum. But physical quantum computers are less accessible because of their size and cooling requirements. We at Guided Particle are working in partnership with other research groups (Purdue University for example) to create a small form quantum source. We are currently working on our quantum source, and creating a smaller form than has been done by other
research groups. The end goal is to have an underwater drone that is self-sufficient and running on quantum. It would have the ability to create fluid models using fluid dynamic modeling and be able to measure contaminants in water. But with this iteration of the project, I focused on quantum computing and quantum computing for fluid dynamics
Adult basic education and literacy in El Salvador: A case study
No full textThis research was designed to examine an adult basic education and literacy program in El Salvador, the Instiluto Dalva para la Educacion de Adultos (IDEA), [Dalva Institute for Adult Education], a school which offers primary education to adults from rural communities. Specifically, this case study seeks to identify features contributing to IDEA's reported success and to describe the definition of success at IDEA and in El Salvador.Qualitative research methods were used to collect data in El Salvador over a four-year period. Observations of classroom and related activities were carried out at IDEA and at other adult education programs. Semistructured interviews were conducted with students, teachers, and administrators at IDEA and other educational institutions. Documents and textbooks were reviewed. Valuable insight into Salvadoran culture, history, and education was provided by key informants. Information was gathered to capture essential features of IDEA's culture and its institutional and social structures; to discover IDEA's place in the formal education sector; to learn about its students and teachers; to determine the curriculum, approach, and method used; to look at daily interactions; and to learn about the history and development of the school.Throughout fieldwork, data were recorded in notebooks and on audiotape. They included descriptions and perceptions of the sites, conversations, and events as well as preliminary analyses and interpretations. Data were continuously analyzed for recurring categories relevant to the study's questions, leading to the development of tentative conclusions later confirmed by data gathered on subsequent field visits.Findings revealed four salient features contributing to IDEA'S success: community spirit, shared leadership, a safe environment, and a convenient school schedule. Results also showed that the choice of curriculum and teaching method may not significantly affect program success. Various indicators of success were found, including good attendance records, program longevity, and the usefulness and applicability of skills and knowledge learned.Providing an example of what works offers a significant contribution to adult learning theory and practice. The implications of this research should encourage educators and program administrators to create ways of incorporating these features of success into their own strategies for adult basic education and literacy programs.Source: Dissertation Abstracts International, Volume: 61-08, Section: A, page: 3023.Advisors: Charles A. Tesconi.Ph.D. American University 2000.Englis
Editorial
No full textThe author reflects on the 31st anniversary of the "Australian Journal of Communication," Colleen Mills's Presidential Address, which was delivered at the Annual Conference of the Australian and New Zealand Communication in July 2006, Stephen Crofts' analyses of media discourse, Steven Maras' work on Australian Communication Studies, and the Australian Research Council's insistence on the Research Quality Framework. Additional article topics include Leesa Bonniface, Lelia Green, and Maurice Swanson's experimental website, HeartNET, a paper by Libby Lester on the complexities and contradictions of journalism, papers on media constructions by Peter Bishop, Raymond Naim, and John Coverdale, and the 2007 ANZCA conference
Investigating differences in vigilance tactic use within and between the sexes in eastern grey kangaroos
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US 101 Coast Highway historic context
No full textTitle from PDF cover (viewed on August 12, 2019).This archived document is maintained by the State Library of Oregon as part of the Oregon Documents Depository Program. It is for informational purposes and may not be suitable for legal purposes.Includes bibliographical references (pages 189-203).Mode of access: Internet from the Oregon Government Publications Collection.Text in English
Health Hazard Evaluation Report HE 80-156-747: Fansteel Electrometals Incorporated: North Chicago, Illinois
No full textPersonal and general area environmental samples were analyzed for chromium (7440473) at Fansteel Electrometals, Incorporated (SIC- 3471) in North Chicago, Illinois from June 18 to 20, 1980. The evaluation was requested by the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers, Local 1777 of behalf on an unspecified number of affected employees. Total chromium samples ranged from 0.04 to 0.20 milligrams per cubic meter (mg/CuM). All hexavalent chromium samples were below the detection limit of 0.2 micrograms. OSHA environmental criteria for chromium and chromous salts was 0.5mg/CuM, and for insoluble chromous salts it was 1mg/CuM. The author concludes that there was no hazard from chromium exposure as the concentrations were within acceptable limits. He recommends that measures relating to personal protection, personal hygiene, and ventilation be implemented to further reduce exposures. [Description provided by NIOSH
Health Hazard Evaluation Determination Report HE 79-19-740: Radford Army Ammunition Plant, Hercules Incorporated: Radford, Virginia
No full textEnvironmental and medical surveys were conducted on February 6 to 23, 1979, and June 18, 1979, to investigate the reported increase in heart disease among workers at Radford Army Ammunition Facility (SIC- 3483) of Hercules Incorporated in Radford, Virginia. The evaluation was requested by an authorized representative from Local 3-495 of the Oil Chemical and Atomic Workers International Union on behalf of an unspecified number of employees. Ethyl-ether (60297) concentrations ranged from 90 to 712 parts per million (ppm), exceeding the OSHA standard of 400 ppm; nitroglycerin (55630) ranged from undetectable to 0.89 milligrams per cubic meter (mg/m3), will within the OSHA standard of 2 mg/m3; lead (7439921) ranged from undectable to 0.063 mg/m3, exceeding the OSHA standard of 0.05 mg/m3; and coal tar pitch volatiles ranged from undetectable to 0.1 mg/m3, within the OSHA standard of 0.2 mg/m3. All other samples were below their respective standards. The medical interviews and record review revealed several cases of previously diagnosed asbestosis and heart disease. The author concludes that a potential health hazard existed as a result of employee exposure to ethyl ether, nitroglycerin, lead, and coal tar pitch volatiles. He recommends that an educational program be established, that employees be provided with daily changes of protective clothing, that the respirator program be reviewed, that general work practices be improved, that all exhaust systems be reevaluated and systems be periodically maintained, and that a standard operating procedure be established for all employees who handle asbestos. [Description provided by NIOSH
Lifesaving cardiopulmonary resuscitation: A pilot evaluation of a targeted educational intervention to improve cardiopulmonary resuscitation provision in volunteer surf lifesavers
No full textBackground: Approximately 26,000 out-of-hospital cardiac arrests occur in Australia each year, and only 13% of patients survive their event and return home. Survival variability from out-of-hospital cardiac arrests can be explained by a range of factors. Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) education quality-improvement programs focusing on identified elements of basic life support provision in concert with resuscitation system interventions have been associated with significant improvements in survival after cardiac arrest. Surf Life Saving Australia members respond to approximately 65 cardiac arrests per year in the community while on duty and have successfully resuscitated many beachgoers over the years. In addition to this, members frequently respond to cardiac arrest events in community settings as first responders. Objective: The objective of this research was to measure CPR improvements in Australian surf lifesavers after a targeted education intervention. Methods: Recruiting Australian surf lifesavers, we conducted a multicenter before-and-after educational intervention, consisting of theory and practical CPR instruction with quantitative measurement, cohort study of those who had previously been trained in CPR. Results: Statistically significant improvements in quality of CPR by laypersons were observed as measured by the chest compression fraction, depth, and release, as well as a reduction in time off the chest, improved ventilation, and a reduction in the longest pause during 2 min of CPR. Conclusions: This study was the first to evaluate the impact of a targeted CPR quality-improvement educational initiative on a sample of volunteer CPR providers from a large national first responder organization. The results showed that focused education using evidence-based interventions supports substantial improvement in most CPR metrics measured. A targeted education intervention has the potential to improve laypersons CPR performance. The results should prompt community CPR training providers to evaluate the quality of CPR being provided by the staff members they train and consider implementing a quality-improvement program if results are below the desired thresholds
