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Influential women scientists in chemistry
Science, Maths & Technology

Influential women scientists in chemistry

...2: Rosalind Franklin [Rosalind Franklin with microscope in 1955] Rosalind Franklin obtained a degree in chemistry at Cambridge University before studying the porosity of coal for her PhD. Her work was important as it was performed during wartime and it helped predict the properties of carbon based materials used for fuel and in devices such as gas masks. However, she is...
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Is the blue plaque scheme still relevant?
History & The Arts

Is the blue plaque scheme still relevant?

...2% of the current plaques commemorate Black people whereas 14% of the population of London is African Caribbean. As he commented, ‘there’s such a disparity [here]… it’s ridiculous’. There have been concerted efforts in recent years, both by English Heritage and by other organisations, to address this imbalance in representation. Howard Spencer, Senior Historian...
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10 tips to beat the January blues
Health, Sports & Psychology

10 tips to beat the January blues

...2: Eat well [sliced fruits in a ceramic bowl] What we eat can affect the way we feel. Eating regularly will help your blood sugar from dipping (which can make you tired and depressed), while eating smaller portions spaced out regularly throughout the day and avoiding foods that are high in sugar can have a positive impact on your mood. Plus don’t forget your five a day!...
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The Z Files: Tony Waithe
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The Z Files: Tony Waithe

...2. Tony Waithe Yeah absolutely yeah. Being around these engines, being around these machines inspired me to want to go a bit further with it. Benjamin Zephaniah So come on show off now, what kind of things have you invented? Tony Waithe Well bicycle saddle was, you know, one of my first ones. Benjamin Zephaniah And? Tony Waithe Fire escape ladders. Our house caught on...
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My OpenLearn account
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My OpenLearn account

...2. Name change on your Statements of participation To change the name on your Statement of participation you will need to alter it on your main OU account. It is better to do this on a PC, rather than a mobile device. Once you have signed in, follow this link: https://www.open.ac.uk/account/myaccount#personal-information , this should take you to the Personal Details tab....
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Job Change and the Grief Cycle: The effects of losing our job or changing work role
Health, Sports & Psychology

Job Change and the Grief Cycle: The effects of losing our job or changing work role

...2. Anger: that this is happening to them, seek to blame, become defensive and resistant to acknowledging the situation. 3. Bargaining: where attempts are made to negotiate about their position. 4. Depression: causing low mood, a feeling of helplessness and sense of being stuck. 5. Acceptance: of the situation when there is an understanding of the inevitable which leads to...
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What are the challenges and opportunities of urban artificial intelligence and robotics?
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What are the challenges and opportunities of urban artificial intelligence and robotics?

...2: Autonomous shuttle test. Although a driver had to be present during the demonstration for purposes of safety, this was a hands-free role as AI was in control of the shuttle. Also, if AI is embedded in so-called ‘city brains’ which manage key aspects of cities such as traffic flows, AI might make decisions humans don’t agree with but are powerless to change....
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How to say no at work without guilt or conflict
Education & Development

How to say no at work without guilt or conflict

...2: From: Anthony Fauci Sent: February 13, 2020 To: Paul Stoffel Subject: RE: COVID-19 vaccine development Paul: Thanks for the note. I will have Patty Conrad try to work something out for Feb 21st. My schedule is at the mercy of the White House and the Congress and so I cannot guarantee anything right now. Best regards, Tony What do you think of Fauci’s response? Would...
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