title: A Comparative Analysis of the Search for Security in Malaya, Northern Ireland and Afghanistan (1945 - 2021)

authors: Woodhouse, Dylan James

subjects: terrorism

abstract: The peculiar evil of terrorism and insurgency is that not only do they cause great suffering, they also seek to deny a society choice in their political future. By using violent means to subvert democracy, insurgents have emerged throughout history under a variety of banners. States, bound to protect their citizens, have met insurgents in a battle for the support of the civilian population and to respond to the challenging of their legitimate monopoly over the use of violence. This study seeks to help states in their fight against terrorism by analysing three case studies in modern British history and determining what lessons may be learned. The British campaigns in Malaya (1948-60), Northern Ireland (1969-1998) and Afghanistan (2001-2021) are used to expose key themes in counterinsurgency. This study uses a comparative analysis method and considers a mix of qualitative and quantitative sources. A thorough analysis of the strategies and policies employed, their effectiveness, and the nature and tactics of insurgent movements, are explored. Resulting from this analysis are a set of five principles conducive to success in the British approach which may inform future models in counterinsurgency.

text: A Comparative Analysis of the Search for Security in Malaya, Northern Ireland and Afghanistan (1945 - 2021) The peculiar evil of terrorism and insurgency is that not only do they cause great suffering, they also seek to deny a society choice in their political future. By using violent means to subvert democracy, insurgents have emerged throughout history under a variety of banners. States, bound to protect their citizens, have met insurgents in a battle for the support of the civilian population and to respond to the challenging of their legitimate monopoly over the use of violence. This study seeks to help states in their fight against terrorism by analysing three case studies in modern British history and determining what lessons may be learned. The British campaigns in Malaya (1948-60), Northern Ireland (1969-1998) and Afghanistan (2001-2021) are used to expose key themes in counterinsurgency. This study uses a comparative analysis method and considers a mix of qualitative and quantitative sources. A thorough analysis of the strategies and policies employed, their effectiveness, and the nature and tactics of insurgent movements, are explored. Resulting from this analysis are a set of five principles conducive to success in the British approach which may inform future models in counterinsurgency.

year: 2023

title: Surface Roughening of Platinum Wire: An Electrochemical and Mechanical Approach

authors: Gygax, Stefan Manu

subjects: Surface Roughening

abstract: In order to make implanted electrodes MRI safe several methods have been explored. One of those methods involves increasing AC resistance by roughening the surface of the implanted platinum wires. This thesis explores an electrochemical and a mechanical approach to reliably induce 15 micro meter deep surface defects. The electrochemical approach dissolves the outermost layer of the wire and redeposits a porous layer on the surface that does not grow more than 2 micro meters thick. It is predicted that this layer may be grown to desired thickness if the source of platinum comes from within the solution treatment takes place in rather than the treated wire itself. The mechanical approach induces fatigue cracks that grow predictably and can be controlled to desired size. The limitations are the small amount of wire that may be treated at a time through rotational fatiguing, and the initial quality of the treated wire. High quality wire and an ultrasonic fatigue setup may remedy these limitations.

text: Surface Roughening of Platinum Wire: An Electrochemical and Mechanical Approach In order to make implanted electrodes MRI safe several methods have been explored. One of those methods involves increasing AC resistance by roughening the surface of the implanted platinum wires. This thesis explores an electrochemical and a mechanical approach to reliably induce 15 micro meter deep surface defects. The electrochemical approach dissolves the outermost layer of the wire and redeposits a porous layer on the surface that does not grow more than 2 micro meters thick. It is predicted that this layer may be grown to desired thickness if the source of platinum comes from within the solution treatment takes place in rather than the treated wire itself. The mechanical approach induces fatigue cracks that grow predictably and can be controlled to desired size. The limitations are the small amount of wire that may be treated at a time through rotational fatiguing, and the initial quality of the treated wire. High quality wire and an ultrasonic fatigue setup may remedy these limitations.

year: 2017

title: A socio-demographic profile of Māori living in Australia

authors: Kukutai, Tahu

subjects: demography

abstract: This report provides a comprehensive demographic and socio-economic profile of the Māori population in Australia using data from the 2011 Australia Census of Population and Housing. The purpose is to provide an evidence base with which to inform future policy approaches with respect to Māori in Australia. It focuses on five key areas: 

Population size and composition; 
Identity and culture; 
Year of arrival and citizenship; 
Education and work; 
Lone parenting and unpaid childcare. 

Comparisons are undertaken with Māori in the 2006 Australia Census, as well as with two reference groups: the total Australia population and migrant non-Māori New Zealanders. Where appropriate, we also distinguish Māori migrants born in New Zealand and Māori born in Australia. This captures important differences within the Māori population in Australia that have been under-examined in previous studies.

text: A socio-demographic profile of Māori living in Australia This report provides a comprehensive demographic and socio-economic profile of the Māori population in Australia using data from the 2011 Australia Census of Population and Housing. The purpose is to provide an evidence base with which to inform future policy approaches with respect to Māori in Australia. It focuses on five key areas: 

Population size and composition; 
Identity and culture; 
Year of arrival and citizenship; 
Education and work; 
Lone parenting and unpaid childcare. 

Comparisons are undertaken with Māori in the 2006 Australia Census, as well as with two reference groups: the total Australia population and migrant non-Māori New Zealanders. Where appropriate, we also distinguish Māori migrants born in New Zealand and Māori born in Australia. This captures important differences within the Māori population in Australia that have been under-examined in previous studies.

year: 2013-06