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Multi-object spectroscopy of the field surrounding PKS 2126-158: Discovery of a z=0.66 galaxy group
The high-redshift radio-loud quasar PKS 2126-158 is found to have a large
number of red galaxies in close apparent proximity. We use the Gemini
Multi-Object Spectrograph (GMOS) on Gemini South to obtain optical spectra for
a large fraction of these sources. We show that there is a group of galaxies at
, coincident with a metal-line absorption system seen in the
quasar's optical spectrum. The multiplexing capabilities of GMOS also allow us
to measure redshifts of many foreground galaxies in the field surrounding the
quasar.
The galaxy group has five confirmed members, and a further four fainter
galaxies are possibly associated. All confirmed members exhibit early-type
galaxy spectra, a rare situation for a Mg II absorbing system. We discuss the
relationship of this group to the absorbing gas, and the possibility of
gravitational lensing of the quasar due to the intervening galaxies.Comment: Monthly Notices of the Royal Astronomical Society, in press. 10
pages, 8 figure
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The Spectra of Red Quasars
We measure the spectral properties of a representative sub-sample of 187
quasars, drawn from the Parkes Half-Jansky, Flat-radio-spectrum Sample (PHFS).
Quasars with a wide range of rest-frame optical/UV continuum slopes are
included in the analysis: their colours range from 2 < B-K < 7.
The median H-beta and [O III] emission-line equivalent widths of the red
quasar sub-sample are a factor of ten weaker than those of the blue quasar
sub-sample. Both the colours and the emission-line equivalent widths of the red
quasars can be explained by the addition of a featureless red synchrotron
continuum component to an otherwise normal blue quasar spectrum. The relative
strengths of the blue and red components span two orders of magnitude at
rest-frame 500nm. The blue component is weaker relative to the red component in
low optical luminosity sources. This suggests that the fraction of accretion
energy going into optical emission from the jet is greater in low luminosity
quasars.
This synchrotron model does not, however, fit around 10% of the quasars,
which have both red colours and high equivalent width emission-lines. We
hypothesise that these red, strong-lined quasars have intrinsically weak Big
Blue Bumps.
There is no discontinuity in spectral properties between the BL Lac objects
in our sample and the other quasars. The synchrotron emission component only
dominates the spectrum at longer wavelengths, so existing BL Lac surveys will
be biassed against high redshift objects.Comment: 22 pages, 12 figures, accepted for publication in PASA. Data tables
and composite spectra from the paper can be found at
http://msowww.anu.edu.au/~pfrancis
Acceptance and commitment therapy delivered in a dyad after a severe traumatic brain injury: a feasibility study
Objective:
There is a high prevalence of complex psychological distress after a traumatic brain injury but limited evidence of effective interventions. We examined the feasibility of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy after a severe traumatic brain injury using the criteria, investigating a therapeutic effect, and reviewing the acceptability of measures, treatment protocol, and delivery method (in a dyad of two clients and a therapist).
Method:
Two male outpatients with severe traumatic brain injury and associated psychological distress jointly engaged in a seven session treatment program based on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy principles. Pre- and post-treatment measures of mood, psychological flexibility, and participation were taken in addition to weekly measures.
Results:
The intervention showed a therapeutic effect with one participant, and appeared to be acceptable for both participants with regard to program content, measures, and delivery mode by in a dyad. One participant showed both significant clinical and reliable change across several outcome measures including measures of mood and psychological flexibility. The second participant did not show a reduction in psychological inflexibility, but did show a significant drop in negative affect. Significant changes pre- to post-treatment for measures of participation were not indicated. Qualitatively, both participants engaged in committed action set in accordance with their values.
Conclusions:
This study suggests that Acceptance and Commitment Therapy may be feasible to be delivered in a dyad with individuals who have a severe traumatic brain injury. A further test of its potential efficacy in a phase II clinical trial is recommended
Unravelling Active Galactic Nuclei
A complete flat-spectrum radio-loud sample of AGN includes a significant
fraction of Seyfert-like AGN including a NLS1. Analysis of their optical
spectra suggests that the reddest continuum colours are either associated with
AGN in nearby resolved galaxies, or distant quasars showing relatively narrow
permitted emission lines.Comment: Poster contribution presented at the Joint MPE,AIP,ESO workshop on
NLS1s, Bad Honnef, Dec. 1999, to appear in New Astronomy Reviews; also
available at http://wave.xray.mpe.mpg.de/conferences/nls1-worksho
Black Hole Mass Estimates of Radio Selected Quasars
The black hole (BH) mass in the centre of AGN has been estimated for a sample
of radio-selected flat-spectrum quasars to investigate the relationship between
BH mass and radio properties of quasars. We have used the virial assumption
with measurements of the H FWHM and luminosity to estimate the central
BH mass. In contrast to previous studies we find no correlation between BH mass
and radio power in these AGN. We find a range in BH mass similar to that seen
in radio-quiet quasars from previous studies. We believe the reason that the
low BH mass radio-loud quasars have not been measured in previous studies is
due to optical selection effects which tend to miss the less optically luminous
radio-loud sources.Comment: 22 pages, 7 figures, accepted for publication in Ap
Exploring the knowledge of community‐based nurses in supporting parents of preterm babies at home: A survey‐based study
AimThis study aimed to investigate the confidence levels, knowledge base and learning needs of community-based nurses relating to the care of preterm babies and parents, to explore what education is required and in what format.DesignAn online survey methodology was used.MethodsA 32-item questionnaire was distributed via social media platforms to community-based nurses in Australia.ResultsDescriptive analysis was undertaken relating to knowledge base, confidence levels, previous training, learning and resource needs and barriers to education. It was deemed vital to expand confidence and knowledge in this area. Gaps in learning resources were identified and a need for more training in topics such as developmental outcomes, feeding, expected milestones, weight gain, growth trajectories and supporting parents. Online resources were the preferred format to teach key knowledge to community-based health professionals, tailored to the specific features of preterm babies and support needs of parents
The knowledge and learning needs of health professionals in providing support for parents of premature babies at home: A mixed-methods study
© 2019 The Authors Premature babies and their families often require on-going community-based care after discharge from the neonatal unit. Parents themselves have identified the need for health professionals to understand the specific needs of parents of premature babies in order to provide the optimal support they require. This study aimed to explore the existing knowledge base and learning needs of community health professionals, to further understand how they can adequately support parents in the community with premature babies. A mixed-methods approach was used comprising a questionnaire, semi-structured interviews and secondary data analysis. Participants included thirteen Health Visitor [HV] students, eight educators and seven parents from a previous study. Thematic analysis revealed important insights into the knowledge and learning needs necessary to support parents of premature babies in the community. Three main themes emerged: development of prior knowledge; the importance of practice-based learning; learning and training needs. Knowledge, confidence and skills in relation to caring for parents with premature babies varied between individuals depending on their placement during training and subsequent experiences. While transferable skills in supporting parents in the community were present, more education and training in the specific needs of premature babies and parents would be welcomed. Tailored resources for community-based health professionals on the specific needs of the premature baby would enhance provision of optimal support for parents
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