Article
Political Science
Vincent Connelly
Summary: Recent research in the British Army has shown that workplace tensions between full-time regulars and part-time reservists are influenced by factors such as time, emotional commitment, and hierarchy within the organization. This can lead to a higher risk of marginalization for part-time reservists. By using an explanatory framework, researchers have highlighted potential practical ways to reduce tensions between full-time and part-time members in the British Army.
ARMED FORCES & SOCIETY
(2021)
Review
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Evelise Dias Antunes, Leonardo Rodrigues Thomaz Bridi, Marta Santos, Frida Marina Fischer
Summary: This review compares the exposure to psychosocial risk factors between part-time and full-time teleworking. The study found that there was limited part-time teleworking before the COVID-19 pandemic, but full-time teleworking during the pandemic resulted in changes in psychosocial risk factors. Part-time teleworking has positive impacts on work-home balance, communication, and social relationships.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Mia S. Vedtofte, Andreas F. Elrond, Annette Erlangsen, Anni B. S. Nielsen, Christian D. G. Stoltenberg, Jacob L. Marott, Lars R. Nissen, Trine Madsen
Summary: This study found that self-reported combat exposure was associated with an increased risk of suicide attempts among military personnel, which was fully mediated by post-deployment symptoms of PTSD and/or depression. However, there was no association found between witnessing the consequences of war and the risk of post-deployment suicide attempts.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL PSYCHIATRY
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Karel Parlin, Taneli Riihonen, Vincent Le Nir, Mark Bowyer, Thomas Ranstrom, Erik Axell, Borje Asp, Robert Ulman, Matthias Tschauner, Marc Adrat
Summary: The electromagnetic spectrum is a scarce resource that is becoming increasingly congested as technology advances, particularly in the military domain. The NATO STO IST-175 research task group is working on military FD radio technology to improve communication efficiency and electronic warfare task performance.
IEEE COMMUNICATIONS MAGAZINE
(2021)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Jacek Ryczynski, Agnieszka A. Tubis
Summary: The article focuses on the functioning of liquid fuel supply chains for troops carrying out peacekeeping and stabilisation operations in a foreign territory. The authors have developed a risk analysis method that integrates the Kaplan and Garrick approach and fuzzy theory, and they analyze nine scenarios to illustrate the applicability of the proposed method.
Article
Sport Sciences
John J. Fraser, Andrew J. MacGregor, Camille P. Ryans, Mark A. Dreyer, Michael D. Gibboney, Daniel Rhon
Summary: The risk of lateral ankle sprain (LAS) varies among male and female tactical athletes in different US military occupations. Females have a higher risk compared to males, and military occupation and sex are important factors associated with LAS risk.
JOURNAL OF SCIENCE AND MEDICINE IN SPORT
(2021)
Article
Sport Sciences
Neal R. Glaviano, Michelle C. Boling, John J. Fraser
Summary: This study assessed the impact of sex and occupation on the risk of anterior knee pain (AKP) in military members. The results showed that female enlisted soldiers had a higher incidence rate of AKP compared to males, and female officers also had a higher incidence rate than male officers. Differences in risk were also noted across different military occupations for both enlisted soldiers and officers.
JOURNAL OF ATHLETIC TRAINING
(2021)
Article
Business
Manish Gupta, Abhishek Behl, Vijay Pereira, Dorra Yahiaoui, Arup Varma
Summary: Knowledge workers at the bottom of an organizational hierarchy are greatly affected by external turbulence, leading them to voluntarily or involuntarily switch to part-time jobs. This study analyzes the motivators for these workers using the self-determination theory, with data collected from 40 part-time employees in an emerging market economy. The findings highlight the significance of external turbulence-linked factors in influencing the relationship between the social environment and work motivation, thereby contributing to the self-determination theory.
JOURNAL OF BUSINESS RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Sport Sciences
Penelope Larsen, Jace R. Drain, Neil Gibson, John Sampson, Scott Michael, Gregory Peoples, Herbert Groeller
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the chronicity and phasic variability of sleep patterns and restriction in recruits during basic military training (BMT) and subjective sleep quality in young adult recruits prior to entry into BMT. The study found that sleep duration was suboptimal throughout BMT, with many recruits experiencing sleep restriction for consecutive weeks. Certain training phases had a negative impact on sleep quality. Additionally, the sleep patterns of recruits were highly variable before entering BMT.
JOURNAL OF SCIENCE AND MEDICINE IN SPORT
(2022)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Janna Mantua, Alexxa F. Bessey, Carolyn A. Mickelson, Jake J. Choynowski, Jeremy J. Noble, Tina M. Burke, Ashlee B. McKeon, Walter J. Sowden
Summary: Experimental sleep restriction and deprivation are associated with risky decision-making, while poor sleep quality and shorter duration have been linked to high-risk behaviors in military populations. Improving sleep quality and increasing sleep duration may help reduce excessive high-risk behaviors in the military.
Article
Engineering, Civil
Melike Baykal-Gursoy, Andrew Reed Benton, Pedro Cesar Lopes Gerum, Marcelo Figueroa Candia
Summary: This study introduces a novel analytical model that accurately approximates the travel-time distribution of vehicles on a freeway corridor affected by non-recurrent incidents. By considering clearance time, incident frequency and severity, the model performs well and provides crucial information for long-term planning.
IEEE TRANSACTIONS ON INTELLIGENT TRANSPORTATION SYSTEMS
(2022)
Article
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Nicole M. Sekel, Meaghan E. Beckner, William R. Conkright, Alice D. LaGoy, Felix Proessl, Mita Lovalekar, Brian J. Martin, Leslie R. Jabloner, Alaska L. Beck, Shawn R. Eagle, Michael Dretsch, Peter G. Roma, Fabio Ferrarelli, Anne Germain, Shawn D. Flanagan, Christopher Connaboy, Amy J. Haufler, Bradley C. Nindl
Summary: Laboratory-based studies have consistently shown negative effects on warfighter's performance under simulated military stress. This study aimed to assess the impact of a 48-hour simulated military stress on military tactical decision making, with results indicating that high adaptors demonstrated better baseline psychological resilience and aerobic capacity compared to low adaptors.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Cagatay Yildirim, Hatice Turkten, Ismet Boz
Summary: The study aimed to assess the sustainability of hazelnut farms in Turkey and explore the effects of part-time and full-time farming types on hazelnut production sustainability. The findings showed varying levels of hazelnut sustainability, with average scores of 0.44. Social and economic sustainability indexes were higher than the environmental index.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Biology
Kevin L. L. Withrow, Daniela A. A. Rubin, J. Jay Dawes, Robin M. M. Orr, Scott K. K. Lynn, Robert G. G. Lockie
Summary: This study examined the relationship between the Army Combat Fitness Test (ACFT) and a 6.44-km tactical foot march (TFM) in ROTC cadets. The results showed that ACFT total score, leg tuck, 2-mile run, and sprint-drag-carry were associated with TFM performance. Aerobic and anaerobic capacity, as well as upper body/trunk strength, were identified as important fitness components for cadet TFM performance.
Article
Automation & Control Systems
Gao Ang, Guo Qisheng, Dong Zhiming, Tang Zaijiang, Zhang Ziwei, Feng Qiqi
Summary: According to the requirements of the live-virtual-constructive (LVC) tactical confrontation (TC) on the virtual entity (VE) decision model of graded combat capability, this study proposes an extensible multi-agent deep reinforcement learning (EMADRL) framework and solving method to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of model solving, solving the reward sparsity and credit assignment problems.
JOURNAL OF SYSTEMS ENGINEERING AND ELECTRONICS
(2022)
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Simone D. O'Shea, Rod Pope, Katharine Freire, Robin Orr
Summary: LUTS are commonly experienced by female military personnel and veterans in Australia, similar to the broader female population. Tailored monitoring and support should be available to enhance occupational health, safety, and performance.
INTERNATIONAL UROGYNECOLOGY JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Sport Sciences
Robert Lockie, J. Jay Dawes, Takato Sakura, Benjamin Schram, Robin M. Orr
Summary: This study examined the relationship between physical fitness assessment measures and a task-specific physical competency test among police officers. The results showed significant correlations between the measures in the fitness assessment test and the performance in the competency test, with the 2.4 km run and push-ups showing the strongest correlations. The findings highlight the importance of aerobic capacity, muscular endurance, strength, and power for successful performance during police officers' occupational tasks.
JOURNAL OF STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Rheumatology
Jared K. Powell, Ben Schram, Jeremy Lewis, Wayne Hing
Summary: This international survey explored the beliefs of physiotherapists regarding the mechanisms of exercise for treating rotator cuff-related shoulder pain (RCRSP). The results showed that participants selected psychosocial and biomedical mechanisms evenly. Improving muscle strength, muscle endurance, pain self-efficacy, and reducing kinesiophobia and fear avoidance beliefs were the most commonly identified mechanisms underlying exercise therapy for RCRSP.
MUSCULOSKELETAL CARE
(2023)
Article
Sport Sciences
Filip Kukic, Radivoje Jankovic, J. Jay Dawes, Robin Orr, Nenad Koropanovski
Summary: This study investigated the effects of incrementally heavier loads carried by police students on their physical performance. The results showed that load significantly impaired the acceleration, change of direction speed, and anaerobic power of police students, especially among females. Therefore, strength and conditioning programs should focus on improving strength, power, and anaerobic endurance to enhance performance while carrying occupational loads.
JOURNAL OF STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Robin Orr, Elisa F. D. Canetti, Rodney Pope, Robert G. G. Lockie, J. Jay Dawes, Ben Schram
Summary: This study examines the injuries suffered by mounted police officers and compares them to non-mounted officers. The data shows that the majority of reported injuries come from non-mounted officers. The leading cause of injuries for mounted officers is slips, trips, and falls, while physical assault is the leading cause for non-mounted officers.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH
(2023)
Review
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Amir Hossein Khoshakhlagh, Saleh Al Sulaie, Saeid Yazdanirad, Robin Marc Orr, Hossein Dehdarirad, Alireza Milajerdi
Summary: Lack of sleep can impact the health and performance of firefighters. A systematic review and meta-analysis revealed that the global prevalence of sleep disorders among firefighters is 30.49%, and the prevalence of poor sleep quality is 51.43%. Various factors such as shift work, mental health, injuries and pain, and body mass index are associated with sleep health in firefighters.
Meeting Abstract
Physiology
Colin Tomes, Ben Schram, Elisa Canetti, Robin Orr
Article
Biology
Kevin L. L. Withrow, Daniela A. A. Rubin, J. Jay Dawes, Robin M. M. Orr, Scott K. K. Lynn, Robert G. G. Lockie
Summary: This study examined the relationship between the Army Combat Fitness Test (ACFT) and a 6.44-km tactical foot march (TFM) in ROTC cadets. The results showed that ACFT total score, leg tuck, 2-mile run, and sprint-drag-carry were associated with TFM performance. Aerobic and anaerobic capacity, as well as upper body/trunk strength, were identified as important fitness components for cadet TFM performance.
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Colin D. Tomes, Elisa F. D. Canetti, Ben Schram, Robin Orr
Summary: This study examined the impact of stress on candidate attrition in police tactical group selection courses through measuring heart rate variability. The results showed that candidates with higher heart rate variability were more likely to withdraw from the course.
Article
Sport Sciences
Robin M. Orr, Robert Lockie, Anssi Saari, Tommi Paavola, Dagmar Muhlbauer, Jay Dawes
Summary: Search and rescue personnel may need to carry external loads in unpredictable terrain, which can cause injuries and hinder task performance. Ensuring physical capability to carry external loads is crucial to mitigate risks and optimize mission success.
STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Kate Freire, Simone O'Shea, Rod Pope, Rob Orr
Summary: This study aimed to explore the impacts of pelvic health issues on Australian Defence Force servicewomen and how they manage their pelvic health in occupational settings. The results suggest that workplace culture, limited insight into pelvic health norms, and lack of support strategies have led servicewomen to self-manage pelvic health issues, significantly impacting their health and well-being.
Review
Rehabilitation
Ryan L. McGrath, Sophie Shephard, Tracey Parnell, Sarah Verdon, Rodney Pope
Summary: Through a systematic literature review, this study mapped the recommended approaches for physiotherapists in assessing and managing clients experiencing psychological distress. The majority of recommendations focused on identifying, assessing, and managing pain-related distress, with some attention given to depression screening and referral.
PHYSIOTHERAPY THEORY AND PRACTICE
(2023)