Publications by authors named "K L Preston"

Background: The order Rodentia is the largest group of mammals. Diversification of vocal communication has contributed to rodent radiation and allowed them to occupy diverse habitats and adopt different social systems. The mechanism by which efficient vocal sounds, which carry over surprisingly large distances, are generated is incompletely understood.

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This article uses computational data and social science theories to analyze the misogynistic discourse of the involuntary celibate ("incel") community. We analyzed every comment ( = 3,686,110) produced over 42 months on a popular incel discussion board and found that nearly all active participants use misogynistic terms. Participants used misogynistic terms nearly one million times and at a rate 2.

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Background: Mechanical ventilation is a common and often lifesaving intervention that is utilised in intensive care. However, the practices can vary between centres. Through this national survey we aim to gain more information about different strategies adopted across the UK.

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There has been a lack of research examining how right-wing extremist groups justify their key claims online to reach a broader audience. This question is even more worrisome when considering a Canadian context, given Canada's state policies on multiculturalism and intolerance of hateful rhetoric. My research draws on the gaps within the literature of right-wing extremism, online spaces, and justification of discourse by conducting a content analysis of 300 Facebook and Twitter posts from the accounts of three Canadian right-wing extremist groups, ID Canada, Soldiers of Odin BC, and Yellow Vests Canada.

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  • - San Diego County has a rich bat diversity, with 22 out of 41 U.S. species, but 16 are at risk, highlighting the need for targeted conservation efforts.
  • - Using long-term survey data, researchers developed a scoring system to identify areas needing urgent bat conservation based on species richness and landscape threats, like urbanization and artificial lights.
  • - The study prioritized conservation areas specifically for species of concern, like Townsend's big-eared bat and pallid bat, emphasizing the detrimental impact of urbanization and light pollution on their populations.
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