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Classroom-based language learning has typically taken place in relatively static body positions, but research suggests that embodied learning through sensorimotor engagement and technical immersion, using virtual realities, can significantly enhance learning outcomes. Recent research has linked differences in the learning context to different cortical structures within the language learning networ
The environmental impact of the textile industry is immense, and textile waste is accumulating globally at an unprecedented rate. To address this issue, innovative technologies for handling, sorting, and recycling textile waste are crucial. This thesis presents a comprehensive study on the recycling of cellulosic textile waste through both closed-loop and open-loop pathways. Closed-loop recycling
When discussing the relationship between religion and LGBTQIA+ rights in Europe today, the two are often framed by both religious and secular representatives as oppositional forces. While the rights of sexual and gender minorities are frequently described as symbols of progress and modernity within liberal democracies, religious communities and traditions are commonly portrayed as defenders of tra
OBJECTIVE: Explore women's subjective perceptions of healing from perineal tears in childbirth, with a particular focus on infection-related symptoms.METHODS: Women enrolled in a randomized-controlled-trial (ClinicalTrials, NCT02863874) were invited to complete a questionnaire at one- and eight-weeks postpartum. Infection-diagnosis was obtained separately through medical records.RESULTS: 1462 wome
Scarcity, abundance, and excess – the experience of having too little, just enough, or too much of something (Abbott, 2014) – we frequently encounter in our lives. However, given recent advancements in generative artificial intelligence (GenAI), we now face an unprecedented volume of communication across digital media contexts (Schulz et al., 2025). GenAI enables faster, more efficient ways of proScarcity, abundance, and excess – the experience of having too little, just enough, or too much of something (Abbott, 2014) – we frequently encounter in our lives. However, given recent advancements in generative artificial intelligence (GenAI), we now face an unprecedented volume of communication across digital media contexts (Schulz et al., 2025). GenAI enables faster, more efficient ways of pro
This paper challenges the dominant conceptualization of authentic self-presentation as real, genuine or true expression of inner essence or social identity (Lehmann et al., 2019) and calls for its redefinition in light of the rise of AI-generated content within algorithmically mediated online environments. Authenticity has long been central to identity construction and self-presentation, traditionThis paper challenges the dominant conceptualization of authentic self-presentation as real, genuine or true expression of inner essence or social identity (Lehmann et al., 2019) and calls for its redefinition in light of the rise of AI-generated content within algorithmically mediated online environments. Authenticity has long been central to identity construction and self-presentation, tradition
The integration of Proton Exchange Membrane electrolyzers into hydrogen generation systems offers significant potential for sustainable energy solutions. Integrating hydrogen production with electricity, heat, and renewable energy sources enhances sustainability. PEM electrolyzers effectively address renewable energy intermittent by converting energy into hydrogen, leveraging their ramp rate and l
This chapter critiques the widespread belief that technological innovations and green consumerism are sufficient to achieve sustainability. The authors show how techno-optimism creates lock-ins in policy and business and reassures consumers that superficial changes are enough, while ignoring structural drivers of unsustainable consumption. The chapter explores the consequences of techno-optimism a
Cultural networks play an important role in cultural governance: facilitatingcooperation between local and EU policy actors and shaping policymakingprocesses. The network-led, Creative Europe-financed project Cultural andCreative Spaces and Cities (CCSC; 2018–2021) experimented with policy co-creation between civic, cultural, and administrative stakeholders, addressing avariously discussed gap bet
Species of the ascomycetous genus Cladobotryum (Hypocreales, Hypocreaceae) are ecologically and economically important mycoparasites that cause cobweb disease in cultivated and wild mushrooms. Despite their significance as fungal pathogens and producers of bioactive metabolites, the taxonomy of Cladobotryum remains unresolved due to extensive morphological plasticity, complex teleomorph–anamorph c
This article provides a review of the application of stomatal frequency analysis to fossil leaves in the reconstruction of past atmospheric CO2 concentrations. It presents the physiological basis of the method, an overview of its application to leaves of Quaternary age, and an assessment of its potential and limitations. It also includes a description of the successive stages in a stomatal frequen
Children with disabilities and medical conditions are at an increased risk of injury or death during road vehicle transportation. In 2020, a national Australian survey of health professionals and organisations involved in the safe transport of children with disabilities and medical conditions identified a critical need for improved access to training, education, and resources. In response, Mobilit
Fourth-generation synchrotron light sources deliver flux densities up to two orders of magnitude higher than previous generations, enabling X-ray imaging at unprecedented spatiotemporal resolution. This is attractive for non-destructive 4D (3D + time) studies of fast dynamics under in-situ or operando conditions. State-of-the-art 4D X-ray imaging at large-scale facilities relies on tomography and
Background: The prevalence of contact allergy in individuals with diabetes and diabetes medical device (MD) users is unknown. Objectives: This study (Part 1 and 2) aims at describing contact allergy prevalences in diabetes MD users. Methods: Adults with type 1 diabetes from two endocrinology departments were patch tested with the Swedish baseline series (SBS) and a MD series. Contact allergies to
This paper is concerned with a recently proposed scalable protocol for vehicle platooning, known as the serial consensus protocol. This achieves coordination of second-order integrator systems through a series connection of first-order conventional consensus protocols, and has been theoretically shown to have advantageous stability and performance properties. We implement this protocol on a vehicl
Cement hydration kinetics are controlled by clinker composition, water addition, sulfate availability and fineness. The analytical access to the first hour of hydration is limited. Here a new setup is introduced to record the initial 30-60 minutes of hydration on a routine basis with isothermal calorimetry. Fast isothermal calorimetry is fully quantitative. Reproducibility is reported in terms of
Background: Severe Alpha-1-Antitrypsin deficiency (AATD), phenotype PiZZ, is a leading cause of liver disease in neonates, children, and adults. Nevertheless, the prevalence of liver disease and mortality within PiZZ adults remains unclear. Between 1972 and 1974, a cohort of 129 individuals with severe AATD (PiZZ) was identified through the Swedish national screening of 200,000 newborns. The cohor
Programming is a cognitively demanding exercise. Artificial Intelligence (AI) as a disruptive technology is redefining the practice of programming and transforming software engineering. As AI is evolving to a multimodal version that accommo- dates not only texts but also speech, images, and more, we see an opportunity to design eye-tracking based assistance to support programmers. Since AI has tak
Background: Hypertension management guidelines provide recommendations for optimal patient care. However, the limited time available of clinicians is rarely considered. The aim of this study was to evaluate the time clinicians currently spend on different components of hypertension care during an average workday and to assess physicians’ perceptions of the time required for optimal, guideline-base
