scholarly journals Applied Research: Design-Build Studio as Laboratory

2015 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mary C. Hardin ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Research Design ◽  
Applied Research ◽  
Thermal Mass ◽  
Thermal Transfer ◽  
University Of Arizona ◽  
Design Build ◽  
The University ◽  
Residential Projects

A Design-Build program integrated into the curriculum of accredited MArch/BArch programs at the University of Arizona uses the vehicle of small residential projects to hypothesize and test the efficacy of various wall and roof assemblies against thermal transfer and as thermal mass.

scholarly journals Architecture & Practice: Pre-Modern Training for Post Modern Practice International Design Build: Educational & Professional Experiments

2016 ◽  
Author(s):  
Phillip Gallegos ◽  
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Maria Delgado ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Study Abroad ◽  
Research Design ◽  
International Study ◽  
Undergraduate Curriculum ◽  
Study Abroad Programs ◽  
Architectural Practice ◽  
University Of Colorado ◽  
Design Build ◽  
The University ◽  
Educational Professional

In order to bridge the radical gap between education and practice, the undergraduate program at the University of Colorado Denver has experimented with study abroad programs in the undergraduate curriculum to match architectural practice with education. The strategy has been to develop a curriculum in international design-build that can employ traditional studio skills of research, design and cultural criticism. This paper explores the options and the outcomes of the strategic inclusion of international study and practice in the form of an undergraduate design/build course sequence.

RADIOCARBON IN MEXICO: FROM PROPORTIONAL COUNTERS TO AMS

Radiocarbon ◽  
2021 ◽  
pp. 1-7
Author(s):  
Corina Solís ◽  
Efraín Chávez ◽  
Arcadio Huerta ◽  
María Esther Ortiz ◽  
Alberto Alcántara ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mass Spectrometry ◽  
Sample Preparation ◽  
High Voltage ◽  
Accelerator Mass Spectrometry ◽  
Science And Technology ◽  
National Council ◽  
University Of Arizona ◽  
Technological Developments ◽  
High Voltage Engineering ◽  
The University

ABSTRACT Augusto Moreno is credited with establishing the first radiocarbon (14C) laboratory in Mexico in the 1950s, however, 14C measurement with the accelerator mass spectrometry (AMS) technique was not achieved in our country until 2003. Douglas Donahue from the University of Arizona, a pioneer in using AMS for 14C dating, participated in that experiment; then, the idea of establishing a 14C AMS laboratory evolved into a feasible project. This was finally reached in 2013, thanks to the technological developments in AMS and sample preparation with automated equipment, and the backing and support of the National Autonomous University of Mexico and the National Council for Science and Technology. The Mexican AMS Laboratory, LEMA, with a compact 1 MV system from High Voltage Engineering Europa, and its sample preparation laboratories with IonPlus automated graphitization equipment, is now a reality.

Enhancing the professional dignity of midwives: A phenomenological study

2017 ◽  
Vol 26 (4) ◽  
pp. 1062-1074 ◽  
Author(s):  
Christelle Froneman ◽  
Neltjie C van Wyk ◽  
Ramadimetja S Mogale
Keyword(s):  
Research Design ◽  
Phenomenological Study ◽  
Tertiary Hospital ◽  
Ethical Considerations ◽  
Optimal Care ◽  
Team Members ◽  
University Of Pretoria ◽  
Phenomenological Research Design ◽  
The University ◽  
Depth Interviews

Background: When midwives are not treated with respect and their professional competencies are not recognised, their professional dignity is violated. Objective: This study explored and described how the professional dignity of midwives in the selected hospital can be enhanced based on their experiences. Research design: A descriptive phenomenological research design was used with in-depth interviews conducted with 15 purposely selected midwives. Ethical considerations: The Faculty of Health Sciences Research Ethics Committee of the University of Pretoria approved the study. The research was conducted in an academic tertiary hospital with voluntary participants. Findings: To dignify midwives it is essential to enhance the following: ‘to acknowledge the capabilities of midwives’, ‘to appreciate interventions of midwives’, ‘to perceive midwives as equal health team members’, ‘to invest in midwives’, ‘to enhance collegiality’, ‘to be cared for by management’ and ‘to create conducive environments’. Conclusion: The professional dignity of midwives is determined by their own perspectives of the contribution that they make to the optimal care of patients, the respect that they get from others and the support that hospital management gives them. With support and care, midwives’ professional dignity is enhanced. Midwives will strive to render excellent services as well as increasing their commitment.

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