The possibilities of obtaining long-range supplies of uranium, thorium, and other substances from igneous rocks

Most uranium and thorium which have been produced in the world thus far have been obtained from ores of relatively high grade. Such deposits are not very extensive and are found infrequently. When the high-grade deposits of these substances approach exhaustion, it may be that material containing these elements in low concentrations will be the ultimate source. An average granite contains about 4 ppm uranium and 12 ppm thorium. If all the uranium and thorium in 1 ton of average granite could be extracted and utilized by means of nuclear breeding, the energy output would be equivalent to that obtained by burning 50 tons of coal. Means are now available for relatively easy extraction of about one quarter of the uranium and thorium from average granite, with an energy profit per ton of rock processed equivalent to that obtained by burning 10 tons of coal. Results also indicate that a variety of both major and minor substances of industrial importance can be obtained as byproducts of uranium and thorium production from igneous rocks. The techniques required for extracting uranium and thorium from igneous rocks are wen within the realm of present mineral-dressing and industrial-chemical experience

Analyzing Twenty-First-Century Perspectives of Persons with Disabilities and Accessibility at the Olympic and Paralympic Games

Following the commercialization of the Olympic movement at the Los Angeles 1984 Games, and Seoul 1988 being the first city for over twenty years to host both the Olympic and Paralympic Games in the same location, there has been an increasing variety of literature that explores how the Olympic/Paralympic Games can be inclusive within the context of disability. In this article, we analyze scholarly perspectives regarding accessibility and provisions for persons with disabilities (PWDs) at the Olympic and Paralympic Games from Sydney 2000 to London 2012. We then explore the concept of legacy linked to the Olympic/Paralympic movement from London 2012 to Beijing 2022, before considering some areas of future research that are required in terms of accessibility and PWDs provisions at future Games. While a host of literature has addressed inclusivity and improving facilities both within venues and in the city or region hosting the Games, we assert that more PWD spectators (and athletes), particularly at the Olympic Games, need to be heard to ensure they have a positive experience pre, during and post the Games. This could lead to improvements for PWDs at future Games including Paris 2024, Milano-Cortina d’Ampezzo 2026, LA 2028, and beyond

Analyzing Twenty-First-Century Perspectives of Persons with Disabilities and Accessibility at the Olympic and Paralympic Games

Following the commercialization of the Olympic movement at the Los Angeles 1984 Games, and Seoul 1988 being the first city for over twenty years to host both the Olympic and Paralympic Games in the same location, there has been an increasing variety of literature that explores how the Olympic/Paralympic Games can be inclusive within the context of disability. In this article, we analyze scholarly perspectives regarding accessibility and provisions for persons with disabilities (PWDs) at the Olympic and Paralympic Games from Sydney 2000 to London 2012. We then explore the concept of legacy linked to the Olympic/Paralympic movement from London 2012 to Beijing 2022, before considering some areas of future research that are required in terms of accessibility and PWDs provisions at future Games. While a host of literature has addressed inclusivity and improving facilities both within venues and in the city or region hosting the Games, we assert that more PWD spectators (and athletes), particularly at the Olympic Games, need to be heard to ensure they have a positive experience pre, during and post the Games. This could lead to improvements for PWDs at future Games including Paris 2024, Milano-Cortina d’Ampezzo 2026, LA 2028, and beyond

Advocating the Use of Informal Conversations as a Qualitative Method at Live Events

Informal conversations have been used in qualitative research for over 100 years. Whilst originally identified as a minor part ofethnographic study, scholarly literature in the 2020s has aimed to promote a greater use of the informal conversation method inqualitative research. In agreement with Swain and King (2022), informal conversations create a greater ease of communicationand often produce more naturalistic data than other forms such as interviews. Using experiences from two qualitative studies ata range of multi-purpose arenas in the UK and Europe and English association football stadia, this article explores the use ofinformal conversations as a research method at live events. It provides strategies and guidance regarding how to successfullyimplement this method when collecting data; explains how informal conversations can be recorded effectively; and outlines how beneficial they are in producing valid and authentic data. The article also explores the ethical challenges that are faced whenconducting informal conversations in live event spaces in terms of ethics, validity, and reliability

Reflections 1993

The 1993 issue of Reflections was edited by Johnny Leon Morris with Joyce Compton Brown serving as faculty adviser. This issue is dedicated to the memory of E. M. Blankenship and includes two of his work as well as a memorial poem by his son Wayn Blankenship. Award winners of the student writing contest include: Johnny Leon Morris, Markell Lynch, and Todd Estes. Award winners of the student art contest include: Yoshi Shinano, Trey Odom, and Sabrina Barnes.https://digitalcommons.gardner-webb.edu/reflections/1018/thumbnail.jp