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Joshua Davis: Author of Spare Parts
No full textCitation: K-State First (2016). Joshua Davis: Author of Spare Parts [Flier]. Manhattan, Kansas: K-State First.Flyer advertising Joshua Davis's author talk at Kansas State University
Steven Johnson Author Talk Poster
No full textK-State Book NetworkA poster advertising an author talk by Steven Johnson at Kansas State University on September 3, 2014. Steven Johnson's book "The Ghost Map" was the 2014-2015 common book
Hiram K. Turk
No full text25-2ClaimsReport : Petition of H. Turk. [335] Agent for the removal of the Cherokees when shot in 1835.1838-5
Hiram K. Turk
No full textReport : Petition of H. Turk. [335] Agent for the removal of the Cherokees when shot in 1835
Five-factor model of personality, narcissism, intelligence and belief in astrology
No full textAstrologija je danes zelo razširjena in priljubljena tema. Med pogovori o njej je moč opaziti razliko med posamezniki, ki verjamejo v te psevdoznanstvene razlage in tistimi, ki ostajajo skeptični. Namen raziskave je bil pripomoči k boljšemu razumevanju psiholoških temeljev, ki posameznike vodijo k verovanju v astrološke pojave, ter olajšati prepoznavo oseb, ki so bolj dovzetne za tovrstna prepričanja. Pričakovala sem, da bodo določene osebnostne lastnosti (odprtost in narcisizem) napovedovale prepričanje v astrologijo. Prav tako sem pričakovala, da bo inteligentnost (človekovo učinkovito kognitivno ravnanje oziroma zmožnost pravilnega reševanja miselnih problemov) pomemben napovednik omenjenega prepričanja. Poleg tega sem pričakovala, da bosta pomembno vlogo imeli še demografski spremenljivki, spol in stopnja izobrazbe. V raziskavi je sodelovalo 325 odraslih oseb, ki so izpolnile priredbo vprašalnika prepričanja v astrologijo (The Belief in Astrology Inventory), priredbo vprašalnika o narcisizmu kot delu temne triade (Short Dark Triad of Personality), slovensko verzijo vprašalnika velikih pet faktorjev (Big Five Inventory) in preizkus inteligentnosti, ki je vključeval različne miselne naloge. Rezultati so pokazali, da sta narcisizem in inteligentnost pomembna napovednika prepričanja v astrologijo, pri čemer je bil narcisizem pozitivno povezan z omenjenim prepričanjem, inteligentnost pa se je izkazala kot negativen napovednik. Poleg tega so rezultati pokazali pomembne razlike v izraženosti konstrukta glede na spol in stopnjo izobrazbe. V nasprotju s pričakovanji ni bila odkrita povezava med odprtostjo in prepričanjem v astrologijo, vendar sta se kot ključni spremenljivki pokazali ekstravertnost in nevroticizem. Rezultati o vlogi osebnostnih in demografskih dejavnikov so ključni za razumevanje in prepoznavanje posameznikov, ki verjamejo v psevdoznanosti, kot je astrologija, ter za oblikovanje ustreznih informativnih, podpornih in izobraževalnih vsebin.Astrology is a widespread and popular topic today. When discussing it, there is a difference between individuals who believe in these pseudoscientific explanations and those who remain sceptical. The aim of the study was to better understand the psychological underpinnings that lead individuals to believe in astrological phenomena and to facilitate the identification of people who are more susceptible to such beliefs. I expected that certain personality traits (openness and narcissism) would predict belief in astrology. I also expected intelligence (a person\u27s effective cognitive behaviour or ability to solve mental problems correctly) to be a significant predictor of this belief. In addition, I expected the demographic variables gender and educational level to play an important role. The study involved 325 adults who completed an adaptation of the Belief in Astrology Inventory, an adaptation of the Short Dark Triad of Personality, the Slovenian version of the Big Five Inventory and an intelligence test that included various mental tasks. The results showed that narcissism and intelligence are significant predictors of belief in astrology. In addition, the results showed significant differences in the expression of the construct according to gender and level of education. Contrary to expectations, no relationship was found between openness and belief in astrology, but extraversion and neuroticism emerged as key variables. The results on the role of personality and demographic factors are crucial for understanding and identifying individuals who believe in pseudosciences such as astrology and for designing appropriate information, support and educational content
Ammonia production from waste gases
No full textOb neprestanem onesnaževanju okolja je potrebno stremeti k učinkovitim rešitvam glede zmanjševanja odpadnih snovi in izpustov v ozračje. Ponovna uporaba odpadnih plinov predstavlja potencialno rešitev za prihodnost. Proizvodnja amonijaka poteka iz vodika in dušika, ki ju lahko pridobivamo iz odpadnih plinov, natančneje iz dimnih plinov in z uplinjanjem plastike. S tega vidika se zdi uplinjanje odpadne plastike kot dobra rešitev, saj hkrati zmanjšujemo količino odpadnih snovi, poleg tega pa obstaja možnost uporabe plinov, ki pri tem nastajajo. Namen diplomskega dela je raziskati področje ponovne uporabe odpadnih plinov za pridobivanje amonijaka, simulirati proces proizvodnje amonijaka ter določiti kritične procesne parametre, ki ključno vplivajo na učinkovitost procesa. Predstavljene so računalniške simulacije proizvodnje amonijaka, ki so izvedene s programskim paketom Aspen Plus. Rezultati kažejo, da dobimo večjo količino želenega produkta na iztoku ob izbiri relativno nižjih obratovalnih temperatur ter relativno višjega obratovalnega tlaka v reaktorju in separatorju.Constant environmental pollution is the reason why effective solutions must be sought to reduce waste and emissions. The reuse of waste gases is a potential solution for the future. Ammonia is produced from hydrogen and nitrogen, which can be obtained from waste gases, more precisely from flue gases and gasification of plastics. From this point of view, gasification of plastic waste seems to be a good solution, as at the same time we reduce the amount of waste materials and, in addition, there is the possibility of using the gases produced. The purpose of this study is to research the reuse of waste gases for ammonia synthesis, to simulate the process of ammonia production and to determine the critical process parameters that have a key impact on the efficiency of the process. Computer simulations of ammonia production are presented which were conducted using Aspen Plus software package. The results show that by choosing relatively lower operating temperatures and a relatively higher operating pressure in the reactor and separator, a larger amount of the desired product is obtained at the outlet
Biophilic architecture: design of the center for physical medicine and rehabilitation
No full textMagistrsko delo podaja idejno rešitev za zasnovo centra za fizikalno medicino in rehabilitacijo, temeljenega na biofilični arhitekturi. Zasnova centra temelji na detajlni raziskavi in preučevanju literature ter ponuja premislek o možnostih tovrstnega oblikovanja in programa.
Skozi raziskave biofilije, biofiličnega oblikovanja, biofiličnih elemetov in referenc, razvijamo in ustvarjamo idejo o oblikovanju in delovanju novega centra. Povezava biofilije in tovrstnega programa, ponuja in odpira možnost oblikovanja funkcionalnega objekta. Zasnova programa, temelji na pravilnikih in referenc že izvedenih centrov, na področju Medžimurske županije in Evrope.
Na podlagi analiz širšega in ožjega območja, je izbrana lokacija za postavitev novega centra za fizikalno medicino in rehabilitacijo, ki omogoča povezavo z okolico in obstoječim kompleksom. Konceptulna rešitev izhaja iz prostora in prostorskih omejitev. Center je zasnovan kot povezava žive narave in grajenega okolja, kar omogoča zasnovo ugodnega bivalnega okolja, bivanje v neokrnjeni naravi v času okrevanja, hkrati pa pripomaga k programski pestrosti območja.The master’s thesis presents a conceptual solution for the design of a center for physical medicine and rehabilitation, based on biophilic architecture. The design of the center is founded on detailed research and a study of the literature, offering a reflection on the possibilities of such design and program.
Through research on biophilia, biophilic design, biophilic elements, and references, we develop and create an idea for the design and functioning of the new center. The connection between biophilia and this type of program offers and opens up the possibility of designing a functional building. The program design is based on regulations and references from already established centers in the Međimurje County and Europe.
Based on the analysis of the broader and narrower area, a location has been selected for the establishment of the new center for physical medicine and rehabilitation, which allows for a connection with the surroundings and the existing complex. The conceptual solution is derived from the space and spatial constraints. The center is designed as a link between living nature and the built environment, enabling the creation of a favorable living environment, allowing for residence in unspoiled nature during recovery, while also contributing to the programmatic diversity of the area
Ethical issues concerning the use of geographic information systems technology with indigenous communities
No full textThis paper discusses the ethical issues involved in the participative development of cultural heritage information systems for indigenous people, based on geographic information systems (GIS) technology. Threats arising from the use of GIS in this context are examined through a detailed analysis of the issues raised by Rundstrom (1995), Miller (1995) and Prickles (1995). A set of indigenous GIS projects reported in the literature are reviewed. A project being carried out by the author with indigenous communities in the Pilbara region of Western Australia is used as an example to explain the practical implications of such ethical issues.
GIS are combinations of hardware, software, data, procedures and people assembled for the capture, storage, retrieval, analysis and display of spatially and temporally referenced information. Miller (1995) and Prickles (1995) highlight the need to address social and ethical questions in relation to GIS.
Kling (1996) summarises the key ethical issues for information systems practitioners and reviews some approaches for dealing with them. Ethical considerations are especially important where the system users may be vulnerable to exploitation, breaches of confidentiality and misrepresentation of concepts (e.g. GIS for indigenous communities). The use of a highly participative system development methodology is critical in such circumstances, however this will not guarantee that all relevant ethical issues are appropriately addressed.
Rundstrom (1995) discusses a large number of ethical issues for cartographyand GIS related to indigenous peoples. He highlights so many potential pitfalls and ethical dilemmas that one could infer that such projects should never be attempted. However, there are strong reasons why at least some indigenous people want to use GIS. This paper examines the issues raised by Rundstrom in some detail.
The author is working with co-researcher Kathryn Trees and the indigenous community at Ieramugadu (Roebourne) Western Australia to develop an information system (ICIS) for the storage of the Ngaluma, Injibandi and Banjima peoples heritage information (Trees and Turk, in press - a; b; Turk and Trees, 1998 - a; b; c). The project seeks to aid in empowerment of indigenous communities through highly participative, culturally appropriate information systems design and implementation.
Because the most fundamental thing in indigenous culture is land (a person's "country"), ICIS must incorporate spatial aspects (Turk and Mackaness, 1995). This is being achieved through the linking of GIS software to multimedia and database elements. Using the government topographic mapping as a spatial base, new maps are being created which use the traditional names and show places of cultural significance. Multimedia elements (such as images, sounds and video sequences) can then be associated with particular locations to help convey the connection between place and traditional law.
This project addresses key ethical issues in the context of post-colonial practice, critical ethnography and visual anthropology. Culturally appropriate technology developments must complement existing oral traditions. They must also engage with specific cultural practices such as naming taboo - the prohibition on using a person's name after death. With the use of photography, film and multimedia in indigenous communities the naming taboo has been redefined to take into account the use of images (Michaels, 1990).
References: Kling, R. (1996) Beyond outlaws, hackers, and pirates: Ethical issues in the work of information and computer science professionals. In: Kling, R. (Ed.) Computerisation and controversy: Value conflicts and social choices (Second Edition). Academic Press.
Michaels, E. (1990) Bad Aboriginal Art: Tradition, Media, and Technological Horizons. Allen & Unwin.
Miller, R. P. (1995) Beyond method, beyond ethics: Integrating social theory into GIS and GIS into social theory. Cartography and Geographic Information Systems, Vol. 22, No. 1, pp. 98-103.
Prickles, J. (ed) (1995) Ground Truth. Guilford Press
Rundstrom, R. A. (1995) GIS, Indigenous Peoples, and Epistemological Diversity. Cartography and Geographic Information Systems, Vol. 22, No. 1, pp. 45-57.
Trees, K., and Turk, A.G. (in press - a) Reconciling Space: Negotiating Connection to an Indigenous Immemorial Past. In: Barcan, R., and Buchanan, I. (eds) Spaciographies: Essays in Australian Space. University of Sydney Press.
Trees, K. A. and Turk, A. G. (in press - b) Culture, Collaboration and Communication: Participative Development of the Ieramugadu Cultural Heritage Information System (ICIS). Critical Arts Journal . Vol 12, No. 1 & 2.
Turk, A.G. and Mackaness, W.A. (1995) Design considerations for spatial information systems and maps to support native title negotiation and arbitration. Cartography . Vol. 24, No. 2, pp.17-28.
Turk, A.G. and Trees, K. A. (1998-a) The Role of Information Systems in Sustaining Indigenous Communities: The Ieramugadu Cultural Project. Proceedings of the 42nd Annual Conference of the International Society for System Sciences, Atlanta, USA. - CD-ROM - 11 pages.
Turk, A.G. and Trees, K. A. (1998-b) Ethical Issues Concerning the Development of an Indigenous Cultural Heritage Information System. Proceedings: Second Symposium and Workshop on Philosophical Aspects of Information Systems: Methodology, Theory, Practice and Critique - PAIS II, University of the West of England, Bristol, UK. - 11 pages.
Turk, A.G. and Trees, K. A. (1998-c) Culture and Participation in Development of CMC: Indigenous Cultural Information System Case Study. In: C. Ess and F. Sudweeks (eds), Proceedings International Cultural Attitudes Towards Technology and Communication - CATaC'98, Science Museum, London, UK (Published by University of Sydney, Australia), pp. 263-267
Neuromechanical measurement of motor impairments in relation to upper limb activity limitations after stroke
No full textLoss of upper-limb function is a problem following stroke. Recent research has led to the emergence of new treatments but progress is hampered by lack of reliable objective measures of impairment, and understanding of the underlying impairment mechanisms associated with loss and recovery of functional activity. The aim of this research was to identify, using neuromechanical measurement methods, inter-relationships between motor impairments, and correlates of motor impairments with functional activity limitation in the upper limb of acute and chronic stroke survivors.An instrumented rig has been developed to measure impairments: muscle weakness, active range of movement, motor control accuracy in rhythmic and discrete tracking tasks, spasticity, coactivation, contracture and non-neural stiffness. In pilot studies, signal processing and data analysis techniques have been used to generate novel, clinically and physiologically relevant indices to quantify impairments. In a Main Study, 13 older impaired participants in the acute phase post-stroke, 13 in the chronic phase 14 age-matched unimpaired participants underwent rig assessments and performed a test of upper limb activity. A sub-group of impaired participants were tested on two days for test-retest reliability evaluation.Statistical tests have confirmed the validity of the impairments to distinguish between acute and chronic patients and unimpaired individuals, except coactivation during discrete movements and non-neural stiffness. Repeatability coefficients for the active test indices have been presented as benchmark values for use in future trials. The muscle activation indices showed lower repeatability which highlights the challenge of using these to measure change over time. The impairments that contributed to lower motor control accuracy were reduced extensor weakness, delayed extensor onset timing, coactivation and smaller extension AROM and PROM; coactivation was more strongly associated with motor control accuracy than with spasticity or stiffness.The most important contributors to functional activity in the acute group was extensor weakness, and in the chronic group was motor control accuracy and coactivation (rhythmic task). Contracture was important contributor in both groups, and was associated with weakness and loss of active range of movement rather than spasticity. The findings support the notion that rehabilitation strategies should focus on increasing muscle strength and prevention of contracture. However, assessment of more complex impairments like motor control accuracy and coactivation may be crucial to better target therapy, especially in the later phases post-stroke
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