The term ‘inclusive’ is inherently complex, as it implies a division suggesting that certain voices, previously excluded, are now permitted or even expected to participate. Drawing on the philosophical work of Serres and Cavarero, in this chapter the concept of polyphony is introduced as an alternative …

This study aimed to gain insight into the sexual experiences of adults with intellectual disabilities (ID) and the support they receive from residential staff in expressing their sexuality. A semi-structured interview protocol, informed by existing literature was developed. Participants with ID, with …

In everyday encounters at Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) in the Netherlands, we experience that diversity discomfort forms a significant challenge: it often results in actions that hamper the creation of inclusive environments. Diversity discomfort concerns the unease that can arise from engaging …

This thesis focuses on the design and development of an emotion-evoking humanoid creature design for Morpheus Labs, to facilitate the creation of a horror VR experience in Unreal Engine 5. The project focuses on the client’s lack of knowledge about creating an effective and emotionally impactful design, …

Silence in education has been increasingly recognized for its positive role, though it can also evoke discomfort and varied interpretations. While research on silence in education is growing, little is known about teachers' conceptions of silence. This study explores 34 Dutch upper secondary teachers' …

Uit onderzoek is gebleken dat cliënten met chronische verslavingsproblemen in de palliatieve fase pijn en discomfort ervaren. Dit komt door factoren als stigmatisering, gebrek aan kennis en vaardigheden en handelingsverlegenheid onder zorgverleners. Doel van het ontwerpgerichte onderzoek is het ontwikkelen …

Patiënten die een Abdominale Perineale Rectumresectie (APR-operatie) ondergaan, ervaren veelal pijn tijdens het zitten als gevolg van verhoogde druk op de zitknobbels (Tuber Ischiadicum). Deze druk veroorzaakt spanning op het littekenweefsel, wat leidt tot discomfort tijdens het zitten. Om deze klachten …

BACKGROUND: Endotracheal suctioning causes discomfort, is associated with adverse effects, and is resource-demanding. An artificial secretion removal method, known as an automated cough, has been developed, which applies rapid, automated deflation, and inflation of the endotracheal tube cuff during the …

Dit project is uitgevoerd in samenwerking met De ProtheseAcademie ten behoeve van prothesecomfort. De ProtheseAcademie is een koepelorganisatie voor belanghebbende partijen in de prothesiologie met als doel de kennis en expertise over prothese gebruik te bundelen. Het resultaat hiervan moet een verbetering …

Anomalies in Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems of buildings can lead to performance degradation, energy inefficiencies, and occupant discomfort. Automated anomaly detection is essential to prevent these issues. Machine learning based anomaly detection techniques are effective …