Tampere University of Applied Sciences

JuRa: The Juventas Radar on Hera Mission to Probe Internal Structure of Didymos and Dimorphos Asteroids

Abstract JuRa, the Juventas Radar, is the sounding radar of the Hera/ESA mission on cruise to the asteroid Didymos and its moon, Dimorphos. In 2027, it will, for the first time, do direct observation of the internal structure of an asteroid for the benefit of both science and pla...

Practical flow state detection: Entropy-based EEG classification from portable EEG headbands

Flow state, characterized by deep engagement and immersion during challenging activities, represents a valuable mental state with significant implications for learning, performance, and rehabilitation outcomes. While flow has been extensively studied behaviorally, objective neuro...

Emotions in flipped and lecture-based math courses

Background Emotions play an important role in learning. Activating teaching methods, such as flipped learning, can provide positive learning experiences but also pose emotional challenges to students. Aims This intensive longitudinal study investigated 1) how students’ emotional...

Basic Psychological Needs and Motivational Constructs Behind Behavioral Intention Toward Hypothetical Technology-Based Solutions for Loneliness

Abstract Today, loneliness is a widely recognized health concern. Technology offers growing opportunities to develop solutions for mental health challenges. To design effective solutions, this study aims to understand the psychological and motivational factors that influence pote...

Concurrent emergency head and cervical spine CT utilization: temporal trends, diagnostic yield, and clinical implications

PURPOSE: To evaluate the diagnostic yield, temporal trends, and clinical implications of concurrent non-contrast head and cervical spine computed tomography (CT) in emergency department trauma patients over a 10-year period. METHODS: This single-center retrospective cohort study...

Sustainability Knowledge and Students' Selection of Employers: Self‐Determination Theory Approach

ABSTRACT This study uses self‐determination theory (SDT) to examine the connection between sustainability knowledge and employer attractiveness in the northern European context. We aim to examine whether prior sustainability knowledge influences students' employer choices, and to...

Dataset of workers physiological signals during assembly tasks

<ns5:p>Workers in manufacturing environments are frequently exposed to demanding working conditions that can affect both their performance and overall well-being. However, due to the challenges associated with collecting high-quality physiological data in real industrial settings...

Game-based learning for ethics: benefits, challenges, and dilemmas

Abstract Ethics is recognized as a foundational element of human decision-making and a critical competency across educational disciplines, especially in STEM, where solving authentic, complex problems is essential. Traditional methods of ethics instruction often fail to provide t...

Acoustic–phonetic characterization of affect in spontaneous Finnish

Earlier studies of affect in spoken Finnish have largely been based on acted emotional expression, a relatively small number of speakers, and a narrow linguistic scope paired with predefined emotional categories. While previous studies have reported consistent findings related to...