Social democracy and labourism

The chapter asks whether labourism continues to have any relevance for social democratic Scotland in the greatly changed context of a reconstituted working-class and a highly constrained union movement contending with the crisis-ridden rapids of neo-liberalism. As the local fraction of ‘the planetary neoliberal vulgate’ identified two decades ago by Bourdieu and Wacquant (2001), Scotland is governed by a highly educated, socially unrepresentative professional managerial class (PMC) which has banished all talk of ʻcapitalismʼ, ʻclassʼ and ʻexploitationʼ as obsolete. This takes on additional significance for a small, inter-connected polity like Scotland where neo-liberal prescriptions are advanced alongside social democratic verities in the form of competitive nationalism. An independent Scottish state, it was (and is) hoped, would undo the iniquities inflicted on society and economy by neo-liberalism. Yet the competitive nationalism advanced in some quarters of the Independence movement suggests otherwise

Invasive Bush Honeysuckle Removal Coalition Proposal

Course Code: ENR 2367The objective of this paper is to communicate to the general public the importance of the removal of nonnative honeysuckle from Ohio ecosystems. With a cohesive plan that links together organizations that have already performed successful operations, and willing student volunteers, we believe we can create a lasting partnership that will keep Bush Honeysuckle under control.Academic Major: Criminology and Criminal Justice StudiesAcademic Major: Environment, Economy, Development, and SustainabilityAcademic Major: Environmental Policy and Decision MakingAcademic Major: Natural Resources Managemen

Measurement of small photon numbers in circuit QED resonators

Off-resonant interaction of fluctuating photons in a resonator with a qubit increases the qubit dephasing rate. We use this effect to measure a small average number of intracavity photons that are coherently or thermally driven. For spectral resolution, we do this by subjecting the qubit to a Carr-Purcell-Meiboom-Gill (CPMG) sequence and record the qubit dephasing rate for various periods between qubit $\pi$-pulses. The recorded data is then analyzed with formulas for the photon-induced dephasing rate that we have derived for the non-Gaussian noise regime with an arbitrary ratio $2\chi/\kappa$, where $2\chi$ is the qubit frequency shift due to a single photon and $\kappa$ is the resonator decay rate. We show that the presented CPMG dephasing rate formulas agree well with experimental results and demonstrate measurement of thermal and coherent photon populations at the level of a few $10^{-4}$.Comment: 6 main pages, 3 main figures + supplemental materia

UC-401 Website Hardening and Ethical Hacking

This project is to showcase a real life scenario of securing a theoretical business website on Red Hat Linux, Apache, MariaDB, and PHP hosted in a virtual machine. The project objective is for a team to research ways to secure the theoretical business website, develop and implement security policies, and perform a red/blue team exercise. This project is a way for a team to exercise ethical hacking in a closed environment to obtain experience

Pediatric traumatic brain injuries in war zones: a systematic literature review

BackgroundPediatric casualties in war zones are a devastating consequence of armed conflicts, causing significant challenges for affected children, especially in the context of poor access to care. This study aimed to understand traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) in this high-risk population and to identify and provide information for the stakeholders, as well as to recognize severe long-term consequences and develop strategies to prevent them, thus minimizing their burden while aiding in the management of these cases.MethodsWe carried out a systematic literature review following PRISMA guidelines to identify publications discussing traumatic brain injuries in children in the context of war zones, and we analyzed all the collected data.ResultsOur study showed that head injuries were the most common casualty in war zones; male and female children were affected, and the mean age was 8–10 years. Most children were reported to be from Afghanistan, and blasts were the most common mechanism of injury. The mortality fluctuated from 3 to 47%.ConclusionThere is a lack of evidence-based information regarding the characterization, approach, and management of children with TBI in conflict zones. While the world finds ways to live in peace, there is an urgency to research, train, and deploy enough specialists to these areas, if governments are serious about improving outcomes for this population

Estimación de potencial energético renovable en el recinto Malqui Machay

The paper “Estimation of Renewable Energy Potential in Malqui Machay” performs an analysis of renewable energy potential in Malqui Machay, Ecuador, utilizing an advanced methodology that integrates geospatial analysis and application of mathematical models and equations, with data sources including NASA (National Aeronautics and Space Administration). The results show a significant solar photovoltaic potential of 361.80 KWh/ m2, which is remarkably high compared to the more moderate wind power density and biomass energy estimates. This variance highlights the suitability of the region for solar PV projects and suggests implementation of small-scale wind turbines, harnessing of biomass from organic waste streams, in addition to hybrid systems integrating these non-conventional renewables...El estudio “Estimación de potencial energético renovable en Malqui Machay” analiza el potencial de energías renovables en Malqui Machay, Ecuador, usando una metodología avanzada que integra análisis geoespacial y aplicación de fórmulas y ecuaciones matemáticas, con datos de fuentes como la NASA (National Aeronautics and Space Administration). Los resultados indican un notable potencial solar de 361,80 KWh/m2, lo cual sobresale en comparación con las estimaciones más moderadas para la energía eólica y biomasa. Esta discrepancia subraya la idoneidad de la región para proyectos fotovoltaicos y sugiere la implementación de aerogeneradores de baja potencia y el aprovechamiento de biomasa a partir de residuos orgánicos, además el uso de sistemas híbridos que integren el uso de estas energías renovables no convencionales. El estudio resalta la importancia de las energías renovables en la transición energética sostenible de la región, enfatizando la energía solar fotovoltaica y sugiriendo investigaciones futuras sobre el potencial geotérmico. Este análisis posiciona a Malqui Machay como un sitio clave para el desarrollo de proyectos de energía renovables

Malaria and anaemia among children in two communities of Kumasi, Ghana: a cross-sectional survey

BACKGROUND: A survey in Kumasi, Ghana found a marked Plasmodium falciparum prevalence difference between two neighbouring communities (Moshie Zongo and Manhyia). The primary objective of this follow-up study was to determine whether this parasite rate difference was consistent over time. Secondary objectives were to compare prevalences of clinical malaria, anaemia, intestinal parasite infections, and malnutrition between these communities; and to identify potential risk factors for P. falciparum infection and anaemia. METHODS: A cross-sectional house-to-house survey of P. falciparum parasitaemia, clinical malaria, anaemia, anthropometric indices, and intestinal helminths was conducted in April-May 2005. Data collection included child and household demographics, mosquito avoidance practices, distance to nearest health facility, child's travel history, symptoms, and anti-malarial use. Risk factors for P. falciparum and anaemia (Hb < 11 g/dl) were identified using generalized linear mixed models. RESULTS: In total, 296 children were tested from 184 households. Prevalences of P. falciparum, clinical malaria, anaemia, and stunting were significantly higher in Moshie Zongo (37.8%, 16.9%, 66.2% and 21.1%, respectively) compared to Manhyia (12.8%, 3.4%, 34.5% and 7.4%). Of 197 children tested for helminths, four were positive for Dicrocoelium dendriticum. Population attributable risks (PAR%) of anaemia were 16.5% (P. falciparum) and 7.6% (malnutrition). Risk factors for P. falciparum infection were older age, rural travel, and lower socioeconomic status. Risk factors for anaemia were P. falciparum infection, Moshie Zongo residence, male sex, and younger age. CONCLUSION: Heterogeneities in malariometric indices between neighbouring Kumasi communities are consistent over time. The low helminth prevalence, and the twofold higher PAR% of anaemia attributable to P. falciparum infection compared to malnutrition, indicate the importance of malaria as a cause of anaemia in this urban population

Developing an e-infrastructure for social science

We outline the aims and progress to date of the National Centre for e-Social Science e-Infrastructure project. We examine the challenges faced by the project, namely in ensuring outputs are appropriate to social scientists, managing the transition from research projects to service and embedding software and data within a wider infrastructural framework. We also provide pointers to related work where issues which have ramifications for this and similar initiatives are being addressed