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The survey of planetary nebulae in Andromeda (M 31) V. Chemical enrichment of the thin and thicker discs of Andromeda. Oxygen to argon abundance ratios for planetary nebulae and H II regions
(2022-10-13)We use oxygen and argon abundances for planetary nebulae (PNe) with low internal extinction (progenitor ages of (>4.5 Gyr) and high extinction (progenitor ages -
UGPS J194310+183851 : an Unusual Optical and X-ray Faint Cataclysmic Variable?
(2022-08-01)The growing number of multi-epoch optical and infrared sky surveys are uncovering unprecedented numbers of new variable stars, of an increasing number of types. The short interval between observations in adjacent near-infrared ... -
Ultracool dwarfs identified using spectra in LAMOST DR7
(2022-04-05)In this work, we identify 734 ultracool dwarfs with a spectral type of M6 or later, including one L0. Of this sample, 625 were studied spectroscopically for the first time. All of these ultracool dwarfs are within 360~pc, ... -
A suite of evaluation resources for Dementia Friendly Communities: Development and guidance for use
(2022-11-30)Objectives: In the context of a growing number of dementia friendly communities (DFCs) globally, a need remains for robust evaluation, and for tools to capture relevant evidence. This paper reports the development of a ... -
Dispositional mindfulness mediates the relationship between emotion regulation and creativity
(2022-05-24)Previous research has demonstrated positive associations between emotion regulation and creativity, between mindfulness and creativity, and between emotion regulation and mindfulness. The extent to which individual differences ... -
A Comparative Study on Machine Learning Algorithms for Assessing Energy Efficiency of Buildings
(Springer Nature Link, 2021-09-17)An increase in energy demand in buildings continues to give rise to air pollution with a consequent impact on human health. To curb this trend, energy efficiency assessment plays a crucial role in helping to understand the ... -
The Mouse That Squeaked: A Small Flare from Proxima Cen Observed in the Millimeter, Optical, and Soft X-Ray with Chandra and ALMA : A small flare from Proxima Cen observed in the millimeter, optical, and soft X-ray with Chandra and ALMA
(2022-10-18)We present millimeter, optical, and soft X-ray observations of a stellar flare with an energy squarely in the regime of typical X1 solar flares. The flare was observed from Proxima Cen on 2019 May 6 as part of a larger ... -
Using a teacher knowledge framework to connect teaching practice with theory
(2022-10-14)The process Shulman described as ‘teacher-knowledge growth’ is complex, particularly for student teachers. This article presents an ‘Eraut-Shulman teacher knowledge framework’ that provides a structure and language to use ... -
Comparison of machine learning algorithms for evaluating building energy efficiency using big data analytics
(2022-09-26)Purpose: This study aims to compare and evaluate the application of commonly used machine learning (ML) algorithms used to develop models for assessing energy efficiency of buildings. Design/methodology/approach: This study ... -
Exploring Attractive Quality Requirements for Short Food Supply Chain Digital Platforms
(2022-09-02)Perceptions towards unsustainable supply chain practices in global, mainstream food systems are motivating a shift towards short food supply chains. Short food supply chains are developed to remove the physical and social ... -
What matters most to adults with a tracheostomy in ICU and the implications for clinical practice: a qualitative systematic review and meta-synthesis
(2022-12-31)Purpose: Tracheostomy is a common surgical procedure in ICU. Whilst often life-saving, it can have important impacts on patients. Much of the literature on tracheostomy focuses on timing and technique of insertion, risk ... -
Online Learning during COVID19 and Beyond: A Human Right Based Approach to Internet Access in Africa
(2022-01-19)Teaching and learning were disrupted due to lockdown imposed as part of efforts to curb the spread of the COVID19 virus that hit the world in 2020. As a result, many national governments requested educational establishments ... -
Anatomy of Deep Learning Image Classification and Object Detection on Commercial Edge Devices: A Case Study on Face Mask Detection
(2022-10-13)Developing efficient on-the-edge Deep Learning (DL) applications is a challenging and non-trivial task, as first different DL models need to be explored with different trade-offs between accuracy and complexity, second, ... -
Sports Diplomacy: An Integrative Review
(2022-09-07)In the fields of politics, history and international relations, the phrase sport diplomacy has attracted a growing multi-disciplinary interest in debate around relations between different actors. In this article we trace ... -
A transfer learning‐based system for grading breast invasive ductal carcinoma
(2022-10-14)Breast carcinoma is a sort of malignancy that begins in the breast. Breast malignancy cells generally structure a tumour that can routinely be seen on an x‐ray or felt like a lump. Despite advances in screening, treatment, ... -
The effect of an 8-week treatment program using a novel foot neuromuscular electrical stimulator on physical function, leg pain, leg symptoms, and leg blood flow in community-dwelling older adults: a randomized sham-controlled trial
(2022-10-14)Background: Neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) is an established therapy that has been widely used for many decades to improve circulation in the legs. However, studies using NMES devices in an elderly, ambulant, ... -
Effectiveness of a Digital Intervention in Increasing Flu Vaccination Related Risk Appraisal, Intention to Vaccinate and Vaccination Behaviour Amongst Pregnant Women
(2022-03-07)Background Pregnant women are at increased risk of complications from flu, but uptake of flu vaccination is below national targets of 75%. Evidence suggests that changing illness risk appraisals may be an effective strategy ... -
A Comparative L-dwarf Sample Exploring the Interplay Between Atmospheric Assumptions and Data Properties
(2022-10-13)Comparisons of atmospheric retrievals can reveal powerful insights on the strengths and limitations of our data and modeling tools. In this paper, we examine a sample of 5 similar effective temperature (Teff) or spectral ... -
The Gliese 86 Binary System: A Warm Jupiter Formed in a Disk Truncated at ≈2 au
(2022-10-12)Gliese 86 is a nearby K dwarf hosting a giant planet on a ≈16 day orbit and an outer white dwarf companion on a ≈century-long orbit. In this study we combine radial velocity data (including new measurements spanning more ... -
Conceptualising and measuring mindfulness during worship and prayer: scale development and initial validation of the Mindfulness during Worship Scale (MWS)
(2022-10-31)Objective:- To propose a three-factor framework for conceptualising and measuring mindfulness during worship, and to develop and validate a new scale using existing scales of mindfulness and spirituality. Methods:- A ...