CroSSED sequence, a new tool for 3D processing in geosciences using the free software 3DSlicer

The research by JD was funded through a European Union's Horizon 2020 research and innovation programme under the Marie Skodowska-Curie grant agreement No 792314 (ICON-SE). The research of FJR-T was funded by projects CGL2015-66835-P and PID2019-104625RB-100 (Secretaria de Estado de Investigacion, Desarrollo e Innovacion, Spain), B-RNM-072-UGR18 (FEDER Andalucia), P18-RT-4074 (Junta de Andalucia), and Scientific Excellence Unit UCE-2016-05 (Universidad de Granada). The research was conducted within the "The Drifters Research Group" (RHUL) and the "Ichnology and Palaeoenvironment Research Group" (UGR). We thank Russell Garwood and one Anonymous Reviewer for their valuable comments on the manuscript and David Nesbitt and Jean Sanders for editing the English.The scientific application of 3D imaging has evolved significantly over recent years. These techniques make it possible to study internal features by non-destructive analysis. Despite its potential, the development of 3D imaging in the Geosciences is behind other fields due to the high cost of commercial software and the scarce free alternatives. Most free software was designed for the Health Sciences, and the pre-settled workflows are not suited to geoscientific materials. Thus, an outstanding challenge in the Geosciences is to define workflows using free alternatives for Computed Tomography (CT) data processing, promoting data sharing, reproducibility, and the development of specific extensions. We present CroSSED, a processing sequence for 3D reconstructions of CT data, using 3DSlicer, a popular application in medical imaging. Its usefulness is exemplified in the study of burrows that have low-density contrast with respect to the host sediment. For geoscientists who have access to CT data and wish to reconstruct 3D structures, this method offers a wide range of possibilities and contributes to open-science and applied CT studies.European Union's Horizon 2020 research and innovation programme under the Marie Skodowska-Curie grant 792314Secretaria de Estado de Investigacion, Desarrollo e Innovacion, Spain CGL2015-66835-P PID2019-104625RB-100FEDER Andalucia B-RNM-072-UGR18Junta de Andalucia P18-RT-4074Universidad de Granada UCE-2016-0

Pleasure is paramount: Adults with intellectual disabilities discuss sensuality and intimacy

The purpose of this qualitative case study research was to explore how adults with mild intellectual disabilities (ID) live out their social-sexual lives. Findings revealed the importance of both physical and emotional pleasure to five adults with ID. Research and educational efforts with this population have focused largely on reproduction and abuse prevention, emphasizing safety over the possibilities of human connectedness. Data sources included observations and a series of interviews. Findings in five areas – sensuality, intimacy, sexual experience, sexual attitudes, and sexual self-identity – demonstrate the richness of data that can be obtained with this population using qualitative research. Participants’ own words about their social-sexual lives are poignant, mirroring core social work pillars: self-determination and strengths perspective. Discussion includes recommendations for ways that social workers, as well as, sexuality and disability professionals can support individuals’ quality of life by addressing sexual pleasure as a key component of sexual health services