An investigation into the dynamics of lip-prints as a means of identification

Individualisation and identification by analysing the lines and furrows contained within lip patterns has been broadly discussed in the literature; however, due to a lack of research the reliability of this technique as evidence is questioned. Research was undertaken to test the classification system of lip print patterns and features that had previously been established, and it aimed to determine a method for cataloguing lip prints to include lip pattern typing and the comparison of pattern imperfections. Two sets of lip prints (eight impressions in total) were collected from 36 volunteers (25 females, 11 males). Volunteers were recruited at Teesside University and the University of Edinburgh. The ages of volunteers ranged from 21–60 years. The research found that lip patterns could be divided into five types, each type increasing in furrow complexity. Characteristic details from the lip prints were annotated based on the classification terminology used in fingerprint analysis (e.g. bifurcation) as well as classification systems used by other researchers previously. Lip print impressions were compared with known and unknown individuals as well as photographs, and the results demonstrated that it was possible to establish whether an impression could be linked to the source

Payment for ecosystem services markets on Aboriginal land in Cape York Pensinsula: potential and constraints

[Extract] In the global arena, improving environmental outcomes at the same time as ensuring social equity outcomes for disadvantaged landholder groups has become increasingly important. This is especially true in regions with pressing environmental problems populated by low-income indigenous land stewards. The ability of Payment for Ecosystem Services (PES) schemes to lift poor people out of poverty and, in particular, the potential for PES schemes to improve social and welfare conditions in remote Australian indigenous communities is increasingly being recognized. Based on research in Cape York, Australia, this paper argues that a new approach to environmental management is needed to incorporate PES market participation by indigenous landowners. This is because the current framework for environmental management on Cape York is failing on two fronts: it is delivering suboptimal environmental outcomes and constraining the economic development aspirations of traditional owners. Current barriers to participation by indigenous communities in the Cape York Peninsula in PES markets — including legislative constraints and the existence of weak Aboriginal land and property rights — must be overcome

Exploring the association between perceived excessive daytime sleepiness in children and academic outcomes

Excessive daytime sleepiness (EDS) in children has been associated with a number of problems. In contrast to adults who experience EDS and who may fall asleep or doze when in a monotonous or boring situation, children with EDS may present as hyperactive or poorly behaved. This community-based study aims to identify the prevalence of EDS in children from three perspectives: parent report, self-report, and teacher report. The study also explores the association between EDS and academic outcomes in children. The participants were 365 students (161 males) aged 4-12 years, their parents, and their teachers at a regional school. Academic outcomes were based on each student's school grades at the conclusion of the semester in which the community-based survey was administered. Using a cutoff score of 15 or greater on the PDSS, 113 (31%) students were identified by at least one respondent as displaying or experiencing EDS. EDS as observed by teachers using the PDSS was found to be associated with the student's academic outcomes, higher sleepiness scores being associated with poorer academic outcomes. Our findings suggest that the prevalence of EDS in a community setting may be higher than previously identified

The Ursinus Weekly, May 17, 1973

Japanese students eager to tour US and study at UC • Preview of freshmen reveals a typical lot • POW speaks to psychology classes • Juniors elect officers for their senior year • Economics majors inducted into honor society • Editorial: Ellsberg and his gift of justice; In praise of PBS • Faculty portrait: Mr. Juan Espadas • Final exam schedule • Taming of the Shrew pleases weekend audience • Trackmen complete successful season • British upset 11-8; Smart coaching helps • Lacrosse team wins two but loses the big onehttps://digitalcommons.ursinus.edu/weekly/1105/thumbnail.jp

The Ursinus Weekly, May 10, 1973

USGA meets, discusses possible demerit change • Shakespeare\u27s Shrew tames Thompson-Gay gym tonight • Randy Cole, a sophomore, will study in Scotland next year • Buddhis Follies perform at Valley Forge hospital • IRC, representing India, takes third place in N.Y. • Editorial: The Food at Ursinus • Travelin\u27 6 show is a success due to variety of acts and talent • A memorial to the skipped diploma; A salute to the Good Humor man • Current events series presents wiretap lecture • Musical organizations at U.C. in review; Credit hours given • Tennis enters intercollegiates; Lacrosse places 12 in trials • Sports buffs\u27 corner • Ursinus beats Haverford in baseball, 9-2; Bears 5 & 6 • Letters to the sports editors: Seniors are, for the most part, still alive and well; Who\u27s dying out ?https://digitalcommons.ursinus.edu/weekly/1104/thumbnail.jp

NMDB@Athens: Hybrid symposium on cosmic ray studies with neutron detectors

A brief overview is given regarding the presentations delivered at the NMDB@Athens meeting which was held, in a hybrid fashion, in September 2022. Participants joined both remotely but also physically at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Greece. Unlike traditional cosmic ray meetings and conferences where the focus is mainly on the science related to neutron monitor measurements, the ›NMDB@Athens‹ meeting uniquely also addresses hardware issues related to these instruments and, importantly, also databases where different data products can be accessed by a growing and increasingly diverse user base. The present overview outlines and introduces the more detailed articles contained in the proceedings

The Ursinus Weekly, October 4, 1973

Freshman class energetic; Brings new atmosphere to U.C. • Open dorm extension refused, frosh cuts limited to 6 • Bomberger Hall finally opens after lengthy renovations • Professor publishes • Union plans discussed • Editorial: And the train keeps a-rollin’ • Philadelphia Folk Festival presents music and workshops • Letter to the editor: Give us a chance • Presenting Mr. Gaglio • U.C. coeds travel to France • Hockey Bearettes on their way to successful season • Hopeful hoopla • New tennis courts ready for use • Bears drop twohttps://digitalcommons.ursinus.edu/weekly/1000/thumbnail.jp

The Ursinus Weekly, June 3, 1973

Commentator Rod MacLeish will deliver commencement address • Successes of the USGA reviewed for this year • Dean\u27s Office names top UC graduates • Chapter scholars selected • Editorial: Left, right, or in-between; That wonderful time of the year - for the seniors • Focus: Senior class president, Ed Podolak • Reflections: As the curtain comes down on class of \u2773 • Nietzsche\u27s fried nirvana nuts; The skipped diploma\u27s epitaph: Framed by a sister on training wheels • Letter to the editor: Reply to Shrew review • Spring sports end on encouraging note • Bears complete 9-10 baseball season • Ursinus golf season is year of underclassmen • Volleyball intramuralshttps://digitalcommons.ursinus.edu/weekly/1106/thumbnail.jp