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A brief history of the ever-changing definition of culture
Health, Sports & Psychology

A brief history of the ever-changing definition of culture

...physical objects? Can better understanding of the changing nature of culture reduce our inner conflicts and maybe even help to lessen external conflicts? Laura Tan sheds light on who we are, where we come from and where we all want to go from here...What is a culture? [seedlings sat in the sunshine] The word ‘culture’ can conjure up many different ideas depending on...
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Article 15 mins
Mental health: Survivor suggestions
Health, Sports & Psychology

Mental health: Survivor suggestions

...physical health. We also need to look after our mental health. I had a problem in my teens and early twenties with depression and had to get help. I don't need any medicine now but I do need to take care not to let things get to me. I have to stop worrying and having negative thoughts. Here are some things that help me: Start the day thinking of all the positive things...
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Article 5 mins
Shift working – does it change how we think?
Science, Maths & Technology

Shift working – does it change how we think?

...physical and mental processes linked to the predictable changes in natural light levels. Regular sleeping habits (i.e. sleeping and waking at similar times) that match natural light changes (i.e. sleeping during darkness and waking during daylight) are important for an optimal circadian rhythm. Therefore, occasional activities like staying up later at the weekend or...
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Article 10 mins
Is science fiction a field in its own right?
History & The Arts

Is science fiction a field in its own right?

...physics and literature. Literature for me includes science fiction. And yet, in this field we study science and we study fiction, but very few of us study science fiction. My argument in this short article is based on my personal experiences as a PhD researcher working in both literature and science and science fiction studies, as I investigate the many different ways in...
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Article 10 mins
How do social networks play a key role in disaster recovery?
Society, Politics & Law

How do social networks play a key role in disaster recovery?

...physical infrastructure or disaster kits. Almost six years ago, Japan faced a paralyzing triple disaster: a massive earthquake, tsunami, and nuclear meltdowns that forced 470,000 people to evacuate from more than 80 towns, villages and cities. My colleagues and I investigated how communities in the hardest-hit areas reacted to these shocks, and found that social networks...
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Second-order differential equations
Science, Maths & Technology

Second-order differential equations

...physical sciences, engineering, mathematics and economics. The course is designed to teach ‘pencil and paper’ techniques that are at the core of applying mathematics. Students are expected to be familiar with standard mathematical notation and with elementary functions such as sines, cosines, logarithms and exponentials. Familiarity with algebra, calculus and complex...
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Level 2: Intermediate 16 hrs
An overview of wound care
Health, Sports & Psychology

An overview of wound care

...physical, social and psychological impacts on the service user and their carer. In addition, the financial cost to individuals in terms of personal income, and to care providers, can be astronomical – although some reduction in related costs has been achieved (NAO, 2009). In this section, you will review the standard precautions that promote safe practice to protect...
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Article 1 hr
World-Changing Women: Nur Jahan
History & The Arts

World-Changing Women: Nur Jahan

...physical strength and courage, a talent for administration, and responsibility for the many artistic, architectural, and cultural achievements of Jahangir’s rule. She designed the gardens of Kashmir and Agra and was a patron of poetry. She took a special interest in women’s affairs and provided land for women and opportunities for orphan girls. Jahangir’s failure to...
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Article 5 mins