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Assessing the sensitivity of two TEWL measuring methods: open vs. closed chamber [PDF]
, 2015 Transepidermal water loss (TEWL) is a key parameter in the assessment of skin barrier impairment and recovery. The aim of this study was to perform a comparative assessment of the two types of TEWL instruments, with specific emphasis on their sensitivity
Chan, Melissa +4 more
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Chemie Ingenieur Technik, EarlyView.All energy matters Let us broaden the discussion on solutions to climate change. Greenhouse gases have upset the delicate equilibrium of the Earth's energy balance. Consequently, all sources of heat affect the temperature of the Earth. Although the amount of additional heat generated by humans is a fraction of that produced by the sun, it is generated ...
Martin Bertau +2 more
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Letter of Appreciation: Peter Murphy Retires after a Lifetime of Dedication as Counsel to the Commandant of the Marine Corps [PDF]
, 2005 This letter reflects upon the retirement of Peter Murphy after 20 years of service as counsel to the commandant of the Marine Corps. Chief Judge Baker discusses Peter Murphy’s moral courage, common sense, and unflinching dignity while serving as counsel.
Baker, James E.
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Dual-processing altruism [PDF]
, 2013 Altruism refers to an other-benefiting behavior that is costly but bears no direct profit to oneself. At least three different forms can be distinguished: help giving, altruistic punishment, and moral courage.
Pirita Kinnunen, Suna, Windmann, Sabine
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REINTERPRET THE RED BADGE OF COURAGE FROM AN ECOLOGICAL HUMANISM PERSPECTIVE
, 2023 FENGLI HU
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How to ‘survive’ after graduating in science or engineering: Becoming an academic administrator
The Canadian Journal of Chemical Engineering, EarlyView.Abstract This is the eighth article in the series ‘Survival Skills for Scientists’; previous papers were published in the Journal of Materials Education. Here I describe my views, based partly on personal experience, about pursuing an alternative career path within academia: becoming an administrator (e.g., Department Chair, Dean, Vice‐President ...
Federico Rosei
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Filip Konowal, VC: The Rebirth of a Canadian Hero [PDF]
, 2012 More than most people’s, Filip Konowa’s life was a complex mixture of hope, frustration, disappointment, and glory. On an August day in 1917, this corporal from Ottawa proved to be one of the world’s bravest men.
Sorobey, Ron
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The Canadian Journal of Chemical Engineering, EarlyView.Abstract Academic bullying and mobbing are increasingly recognized as systemic features of contemporary higher education rather than isolated interpersonal conflicts. Academic bullying refers to sustained hostile behaviour, often enacted by individuals in positions of power, aimed at undermining a colleague's dignity, credibility, or career progression.
Daniele Marchisio
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The Character X Factor in Selecting Leaders: Beyond Ethics, Virtues, and Values [PDF]
, 2012 Leading with character requires a person to maintain a delicate balance of certain traits and understand the tensions which exist between humility and conviction, reluctance and courage, and vulnerability and integrity. A true leader must look beyond the
Campbell, G. Victoria, McKenna, Robert
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Recipes for co-production with children and young people [PDF]
, 2018 In this chapter, we reflect on the role of children and young people as ‘co-producers’ of our research. Over the course of the Everyday Childhoods project, we held a number of events and activities aimed at involving children in the research.
Berriman, Liam +2 more
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