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Impact of Asynchrony on the Behavior of Rational Selfish Agents
Authors: Ilcinkas David , Pelc Andrzej
Published: December 2024

The behavior of rational selfish agents has been classically studied in the framework of strategic games in which each player has a set of possible actions, players choose actions simultaneously and the payoff for each player is determined by the matrix of the game. However, in many applications, players choose actions asynchronously, and simultaneity of this process is not guaranteed: it is possible that a player learns the action of another player before making its choice. Delays of choices are controled by the adversary and each player can only secure the worst-case payoff over the adversary's decisions. In this paper we consider such asynchronous versions of arbitrary two-person strategic games and we study how the presence of the asynchronous adversary influences the behavior of the players, assumed to be selfish but rational. We concentrate on deterministic (pure) strategies, and in particular, on the existence and characteristics of pure Nash equilibria in such games. It turns out that the rational behavior of players changes significantly if the decision process is asynchronous. We show that pure Nash equilibria often exist in the asynchronous version of the game even if there were no such equilibria in the synchronous game. We also show that a mere threat of asynchrony in the game may make social optimum a rational choice while it was not rational in the synchronous game.
Information in a Two-Stage Decision Process. General Idea and	Classification
Authors: Terlikowski Tomasz
Published: December 2024

We introduce the notion of information in a two-stage decision process. We begin by examining the general scheme of a two-stage control problem. The final aim is to give a precise, formal definition of what we mean as information within a decision process.
Non-dominated Rank based Sorting Genetic Algorithms
Authors: Ghosh Ashish , Das Mrinal Kanti
Published: December 2024

In this paper a new concept of ranking among the solutions of the same front, along with elite preservation mechanism and ensuring diversity through the nearest neighbor method is proposed for multi-objective genetic algorithms. This algorithm is applied on a set of benchmark multi-objective test problems and the results are compared with that of NSGA-II (a similar algorithm). The proposed algorithm is seen to over perform the existing algorithm. More specifically, the new approach has been used to solve the deceptive multi-objective optimization problems in a better way.
A Predator-Prey Cellular Automaton with Parasitic Interactions and	Environmental Effects
Authors: Farina Fabio , Dennunzio Alberto
Published: December 2024

We propose a lattice model to describe a predator-prey system where two species with significantly different size are considered. The biological analogy we refer to is the predatory interaction between bacteria and viruses. We assume simple environmental effects altering the dynamics. Preys (bacteria) procreate by mitosis and they do not move. They may die because of natural causes or under the predation. The predation is the consequence of a diffusive phenomenon by the predators (viruses). Predators grow in number by infection and by prey self-immunity diseases, and they die by starvation.
Array Grammars with Contextual Operations
Authors: Subramanian K.G. , Van Do Long , Chandra P. Helen , Quyen Nghiem Do
Published: December 2024

In this paper, we consider a class of two-dimensional array grammars, called parallel contextual array grammars, that extend the contextual operations on strings to arrays in a naturalway and generate languages of pictures of rectangular arrays. Several classes of these array grammars and the resulting families of picture languages are considered. Necessary conditions for picture languages to be contained in these classes are obtained and the relations between these families are also established.
A Modal Logic for Pawlak's Approximation Spaces with	Rough Cardinality n
Authors: Balbiani Philippe , Iliev Petar , Vakarelov Dimiter
Published: December 2024

The natural modal logic corresponding to Pawlak's approximation spaces is S5, based on the box modality [R]A (and the diamond modality 〈R〉A=¬[R]¬A), where R is the corresponding indiscernibility relation of the approximation space S=(W,R). However the expressive power of S5 is too weak and, for instance, we cannot express that the space S has exactly n equivalence classes (we say that S is roughly-finite and n is the rough cardinality of S). For this reason we extend the modal logic S5 with a new box modality [S]A, where S is the complement of R i.e. the discernibility relation of W. We propose a complete axiomatization, in this new language, of the logic ROUGH ^n corresponding to the class of approximation spaces with rough cardinality n. We prove that the satisfiability problem for ROUGH ^n is NP-complete.
The Chain Relation in Sofic Subshifts
Authors: Kazda Alexandr
Published: December 2024

The paper gives a characterisation of the chain relation of a sofic subshift. Every sofic subshift Σ can be described by a labelled graph G. Factorising G in a suitable way we obtain the graph G/≈ that offers insight into some properties of the original subshift. Using G/≈ we describe first the chain relation in Σ, then characterise chain-transitive sofic subshifts, chain-mixing sofic subshifts and finally the attractors of the subshift dynamic system. At the end we present (straightforward) algorithms deciding chain-transitivity and chain-mixing properties of a sofic subshift and listing all the attractors of the subshift system.
Adaptively Embedding Binary Data in an Image
Authors: Lin Ching-Chiuan , Hsueh Nien-Lin , Shen Wen-Hsiang
Published: December 2024

In this paper, we propose an embedding algorithm, of high visual quality, that can adaptively embed a binary message into an image. The binary message to be embedded is divided into two segments, each of which is then decomposed into n + 1 or n types of sub-messages (where n ⩾ 3 enables each pixel to embed a sub-message), respectively, according to the desired embedding capacity. Embedding is done by leaving the pixel value unchanged or changing it into one of its n or n − 1 neighboring values according to the type of the sub-message. From the results of this study, each pixel may not embed a fixed number of message bits and the adjustment of the pixel value is minimal, thus the image quality is significantly improved by adaptively decomposing the message into sub-messages and embedding them into the host image.
A Logic for Reasoning about Persuasion
Authors: Budzyńska Katarzyna , Kacprzak Magdalena
Published: December 2024

In the article, we introduce a sound and complete deductive system (AGn) which can be used to reason about persuasion process performed in distributed systems of agents in circumstances of uncertain and incomplete information. In order to express degrees of beliefs of these agents, we adopt methods of Logic of Graded Modalities. To represent degrees' changes resulting from the persuasion, we apply tools of Algorithmic Logic and Dynamic Logic. As a result, we interpret arguments as actions which lead to change of grades of agents' beliefs.
Probabilistic Information Flow Security
Authors: Gruska Damas P.
Published: December 2024

A formal model for description of probabilistic timing attacks is presented and studied. It is based on a probabilistic timed process algebra, on observations (mappings which make visible only a part of system behavior) and on an information flow. The resulting security properties are studied and compared with other security concepts.
Translation of Intermediate Language to Timed Automata with	Discrete Data
Authors: Janowska Agata , Janowski Paweł , Wróblewski Dobiesław
Published: December 2024

The aim of this work is to describe the translation from Intermediate Language, one of the input formalisms of the model checking platform VerICS, to timed automata with discrete data and to compare it with the translation to classical timed automata. The paper presents syntax and semantics of both formalisms, the translation rules as well as a simple example.
Language Classes Defined by Concurrent Finite Automata
Authors: Jantzen Matthias , Kudlek Manfred , Zetzsche Georg
Published: December 2024

This paper presents results regarding the various relations among the language classes defined by Concurrent Finite Automata, relations to other language classes, as well as decidability and closure properties.
Sharing Numerous Images Secretly with Reduced Possessing	Load
Authors: Chen Chien-Chang , Chien Yu-Wei
Published: December 2024

This work presents a secret image sharing approach for sharing several secret images while reducing each participants possessing load to only one shared image. The proposed approach employs a random image and a hash function to create corresponding random-like shift images for each secret image, and then publishes the generated images. The random image is then secretly shared to each participant, such that each participant can only possess one shared image to recover the random image, thus enabling the computation of all secret images. The contiguous hash results modify the secret images to random-like public images that are secure for malicious attacks. Experimental results indicate that the proposed method can share several secret images but reduce the possessing load of each participant efficiently. Attacks on shared or public images are also discussed.
A New Proof on Embedding the Category of Proximity Spaces into the	Category of Nearness Spaces
Authors: Yang Zhanbo
Published: December 2024

This paper establishes an explicit embedding functor from the category of the proximity spaces into the category of nearness spaces. This is done by defining methods to constructively inducing a proximity structure with a given nearness structure and vis versa. Those induction methods provide useful tools to understand the inter-relations and to translate the result between the two types of spaces.
Algorithmic Correspondence and Completeness in Modal Logic. III.	Extensions of the Algorithm SQEMA with Substitutions
Authors: Conradie Willem , Goranko Valentin , Vakarelov Dimiter
Published: December 2024

In earlier papers we have introduced an algorithm, SQEMA, for computing first-order equivalents and proving canonicity of modal formulae. However, SQEMA is not complete with respect to the so called complex Sahlqvist formulae. In this paper we, first, introduce the class of complex inductive formulae, which extends both the class of complex Sahlqvist formulae and the class of polyadic inductive formulae, and second, extend SQEMA to SQEMA ^{sub} by allowing suitable substitutions in the process of transformation. We prove the correctness of SQEMA ^{sub} with respect to local equivalence of the input and output formulae and d-persistence of formulae on which the algorithm succeeds, and show that SQEMA ^{sub} is complete with respect to the class of complex inductive formulae.
DETERMINANTS OF SHARIA FINANCE INCLUSION IN THE ENVIRONMENT OF STUDENTS
Authors: Pinilih Muliasari , Shaferi Intan , Purwadi Purwadi , Sejati Maulita Nur , Sain Juwita Anggraini
Published: December 2024

This study aimed to analyze the influence of financial literacy, technology, and self-efficacy on Islamic financial inclusion. The investigation further examined the differences in Islamic inclusion levels across different student groups. In order to achieve the stated objective, data was collected through the administration of a questionnaire to 174 students, after which an analysis was carried out using the t-test, F-test, and independent test differential approaches. The obtained results showed that financial literacy had a partial influence, while financial technology had no effect on Sharia financial inclusion. Accordingly, financial self-efficacy was observed to influence Islamic financial inclusion only in the business and management student group and not in the non-business and management group. It is also important to state that the analysis results did not show any difference in Islamic financial inclusion and financial literacy, but a difference was found between financial technology and financial self-efficacy of the two groups.
Continuous Video Process: Modeling Videos as Continuous Multi-Dimensional Processes for Video Prediction
Authors: Shrivastava Gaurav , Shrivastava Abhinav
Published: December 2024

Diffusion models have made significant strides in image generation, mastering tasks such as unconditional image synthesis, text-image translation, and image-to-image conversions. However, their capability falls short in the realm of video prediction, mainly because they treat videos as a collection of independent images, relying on external constraints such as temporal attention mechanisms to enforce temporal coherence. In our paper, we introduce a novel model class, that treats video as a continuous multi-dimensional process rather than a series of discrete frames. We also report a reduction of 75% sampling steps required to sample a new frame thus making our framework more efficient during the inference time. Through extensive experimentation, we establish state-of-the-art performance in video prediction, validated on benchmark datasets including KTH, BAIR, Human3.6M, and UCF101.1
Factors of formation of socio-cultural identity of Kazakh intelligentsia in the Imperial period (mid-19th – early 20th centuries)
Authors:   E.A. Buketov Karaganda University, Absattarova Zhanar , Mazhitova Zhanna ,   Astana Medical University
Published: December 2024

The article presents an analysis of the factors that shaped the socio-cultural identity of Kazakh intelligentsia during the imperial period. It draws upon the biographies of leaders from tribal steppe aristocracies and subjects of socio-political discourse from the mid-19th to early 20th centuries. It is established that the indigenous aristocracy in the circumstances of Russian colonization sought to preserve its status through contacts and merger with the imperial bureaucracy and state power. The policy of overcoming cultural differences in the practical activities of the imperial authorities was realized in relation to the indigeneous population by means of addressing Russian educational practices to the steppe aristocracy, which was considered as a tool of its incorporation into society. At the same time, the identity of the Kazakh aristocracy, which was formed in the sphere of influence of Russian educational institutions, had a dual character, which was conditioned by the complex socio-political and cultural context of internal colonization: the resettlement movement in the Steppe region, liberal reforms and counter-reforms, the growth of social consciousness, political and national radicalism. Being included in the system of administrative, military, socio-political processes taking place in the Russian Empire in the period under study, performing the functions of imperial experts and demonstrating servility to the state regime, representatives of the aristocratic elite were acutely aware of their involvement in the culture and behavior strategies of their compatriots, which contributed to the spread of anti-colonial, partly anti-Russian sentiments, strengthening national identity.
The hero of the novel by Jules Verne is the "Rebellious" khan of the Kazakh steppes of Kenesary
Authors:   Institute of Oriental Studies of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Kadyrbayev Alexander
Published: December 2024

The article is dedicated to an in-depth examination of the historical context surrounding the national liberation movement of the Kazakh people, led by the last independent khan of the Kazakh steppes, Kenesary Kasymov, during the 1830s and 1840s. It draws upon a wealth of recently unearthed archival materials from the Central State Archive of the Republic of Kazakhstan, alongside the recently discovered source of the 19th-century 'Nasab-name-yi-Sadyk' – 'Pedigree of Sadyk'. The article is devoted to the biographies of Kenesary Khan and his son Sadyk, as well as to the field of Russian historiography. The relevance of this issue is twofold: firstly, due to the continued attention paid to the personality of Kenesary Khan in modern Kazakh society, and secondly, due to the limited historiographical tradition in the region, with only a handful of articles having been published on this topic in recent times.
The Impact of Hedonic Shopping Motivation, Discounts, and Urge to Buy Impulsively on Impulse Buying: S-O-R Perspective
Authors: Imbayani I Gusti Ayu , Gama Agus Wahyudi Salasa
Published: December 2024

Online transactions make things easier for both buyers and sellers. Impulse buying behavior can occur because of easy access to the goods one likes at the right price. Impulse buying can occur due to discounts given by sellers or hedonic buying motivation that grows within the buyer. The temptation to make rash purchases can often lead to more impulsive purchases. This research focuses on the relationship between discounts and hedonistic purchasing motivation in relation to impulsive purchasing and the function of the impulse to buy as a mediator in these connections. The sample for this research was 105 consumers who purchased goods using Shop Tokopedia. PLS-SEM is used in this study for data analysis. The study's findings demonstrate that discounts have no direct impact on impulsive purchases. The desire to make impulsive purchases is significantly and favorably impacted by discounts. Impulsive buying and the desire to make an impulsive purchase are strongly impacted by hedonic buying motivation. The association between discounts and hedonic shopping motivation and impulse buying is mediated by the desire to make an impulsive purchase. The research implications show that stimulus in the form of discounts or hedonic buying motivation will influence consumers' emotions which will have an impact on their purchasing behavior
The Analysis of Financial Ratios, Good Corporate Governance, Reward, and Asymmetric Information in Earnings Management of Manufacturing Companies in Indonesia
Authors:   University of Mahasaraswati Denpasar, Pradnyawati Sagung Oka , Yuliantari Ni Kadek Ayu ,   University of Mahasaraswati Denpasar, Wedayanti Ni Made Erna ,   University of Mahasaraswati Denpasar, Yunita Ni Luh Putu ,   University of Mahasaraswati Denpasar
Published: December 2024

Earnings management is possibly incorrect when it has a negative impact on the corporation’s financial health. Several large companies were affected by earnings management cases. This study analyzes the direct impact of various factors such as financial ratios, good corporate governance (GCG), reward, and asymmetric information on earnings management practices, especially in manufacturing companies in Indonesia. Data was obtained from the financial reports of 65 manufacturing companies published on the Indonesian capital market, processed, and tested using regression analysis. The study shows that there is a positive impact of profitability on earnings management, but leverage and the board of directors have a negative impact on earnings management, while institutional ownership, independent commissioners, reward, and asymmetric information do not show any relationship with earnings management. These findings add empirical evidence regarding factors that directly impact earnings management practices and can serve as a reference for investment analysis by investors. Further research is recommended using different factors such as corporate value or factors that may influence the occurrence of earnings management practices, such as financial distress.
Protecting Users from Malicious Mobile Apps: A Comprehensive Security Guide for Common Users
Authors: Sachin Kediyal
Published: December 2024

This comprehensive article addresses the critical issue of malicious mobile native applications and their impact on user security. The article explores the evolving landscape of mobile threats, examining various categories of malicious apps and their sophisticated attack mechanisms. It analyzes threat impacts across multiple dimensions, including personal data theft, financial losses, privacy violations, and device performance degradation. The article presents a multi-layered approach to user protection, encompassing pre-installation verification, installation safety measures, and post-installation monitoring strategies. The article evaluates the effectiveness of platform-specific security tools and best practices for ongoing protection, comparing security measures across Android and iOS ecosystems. By analyzing current trends and protection mechanisms, this paper offers valuable insights for common users to enhance their mobile security posture and minimize the risk of compromise from malicious applications. The findings demonstrate the importance of implementing comprehensive security measures and maintaining vigilant security practices in the mobile computing native environment.
Leveraging AI and Machine Learning in SAP S/4HANA Cloud: A Research-Based Approach to Supply Chain Optimization
Authors: Satheesh Kumar Nendrambaka
Published: December 2024

This article examines the transformative impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) integration within SAP S/4HANA Cloud for supply chain optimization. Through a comprehensive article analysis of multiple enterprise-level implementations conducted over an extended period, the study investigates the effectiveness of AI-driven solutions in enhancing supply chain visibility, operational efficiency, and decision-making capabilities. The article employs a mixed-methods approach, combining quantitative performance metrics with qualitative stakeholder insights to evaluate the implementation outcomes and strategic benefits. The article reveals substantial improvements across multiple dimensions, including significant reductions in operational costs, manual interventions, and marked enhancement in order fulfillment accuracy. The article also addresses critical implementation considerations, including change management strategies, best practices, and potential challenges in AI integration. Furthermore, the article explores emerging trends and future implications for supply chain management, including the role of quantum computing, edge processing, and digital twins. This comprehensive article analysis provides valuable insights for organizations seeking to leverage AI and ML capabilities in their supply chain operations, while also contributing to the broader understanding of digital transformation in enterprise resource planning systems.
Advancing a Framework for Climate Change Education in Singapore Through Teacher Professional Development
Authors: Chang Chew Hung
Published: December 2024

Cities like Singapore have implemented numerous planning norms and policies that are aimed at addressing rapid urbanization. These efforts, however, have largely been state-driven and state-led. In other words, important behavioral norms such as the reduction of consumption of materials and energy have not necessarily been inculcated or accepted (Ministry of Environment and Water Resources, Singapore, 2008). For instance, while there have been many public events and campaigns through mass media aimed at raising awareness, such campaigns only galvanize a small portion of the population to change their behavior in order to mitigate climate change. Schools, however, provide a favorable environment whereby environmental measures such as recycling activities can be put in place to promote positive attitudes and behaviors toward climate change. Formal lessons, in addition, can help to reinforce the concept of climate change and this in turn may influence students’ knowledge, attitude, and behavior towards climate change.

While climate change education (CCE) exists in pockets within the formal curriculum in Singapore (Goh, Tan, Chang, & Ooi, 2009), how this is implemented and enacted depends largely on the key stakeholder – the teacher. When teachers consider teaching about climate change, they commonly focus on changing human behavior to mitigate the effects of human-induced climate change. This, however, may not be effectively carried out because relatively few educators and students are able to articulate the importance of climate change or the best ways to understand the topic of climate change.

There is, in fact, no explicit pedagogical content knowledge articulated for climate change education. In this paper, I argue that in order to inspire active learning, it is necessary to first foster critical thinking. Before we can develop a robust approach to teaching about climate change, educators must first have a good conceptual understanding of what and how a topic should be taught. To this end, a workshop was developed to allow geography teachers to build capacity through concept mapping and to understand the conceptual lens through which climate change education can be framed.

Prior to the workshop, an expectations-building exercise was conducted through email correspondence. Key areas of concern for the participants included learning how to be able to introduce climate change as a topic, learning how to engage students, and educating students to realize the large scale impact and consequences of climate change.
Review Essay Of “Jacques de Coutre’s And Matelieff’s Singapore and Johor”: Exploring Sources On Pre-Modern History of Singapore
Authors: Sim Teddy Y. H.
Published: December 2024

Brief survey of the field
The education and awareness of the pre-Rafflesian Singapore history has seen much progress since the turn of the millennium. First, there is the publication of Early Singapore 1300-1819: evidence in maps, text and artefacts and Iberians in the Singapore-Melaka area and adjacent regions: 16th to 18th century in 2004. In 2009, the publication of Singapore: a 700-year history, Sino-Malay trade and diplomacy from the tenth through the fourteenth century and Singapore and Melaka Straits: violence, security and diplomacy in the 17th century provide the general public and the specialists alike a chance to explore the subject comprehensively or delve into the China-Malay Archipelago relations in the post Classical period as well as the relations between European empires and native powers in the Western Malay Archipelago in the early modern period. In between, there is the appearance of the Maritime heritage of Singapore which adds on to the list that the general readers can delve into. In 2013, the publication of Singapore and the Silk Road of the sea summarizes years of painstaking archaeological work done by J. Miksic in Singapore. The appearance of the Memoirs and memorials of Jacques de Coutre and Journal, memorials and letters of Cornelis Matelieff de Jonge as well as their abridged versions in quick succession enrich the narrative of the European empire-Malay native power interaction across a spectrum of audience immeasurably. To top it off, the CPDD-produced textbook for Singapore in 2014 has incorporated the pre-1819 developments of the island substantially compared to previous versions of the text.

Works by J. Miksic (2013) and Derek Heng (2010) have been urging for the pre-1819 history of Singapore to be seen from the large perspective of the trade passing through the region as well as from the intimate angle of activities occurring on the island. The broad phases of pre-1819 Singapore developments can be seen in the context of the chronology of Southeast Asian history: 1. post-Classical kingdom period (600-1400 C.E.), 2. early modern period (1450-1750 C.E.). Focusing on the latter half of the early modern period (17th and 18th centuries), this essay is written with three objectives: 1. as a brief review to the abridged version of P. Borschberg’s Jacques de Coutre’s Singapore and Johor and Matelieff’s Singapore and Johor; 2. to connect the coverage of Borschberg’s works to other primary sources and archaeological findings so as to delve into certain aspects of the subject and period in question; 3. as an in-service orientation of Borschberg’s 2015 works for Ministry of Education (MOE) teachers.
The Phasing-Out Of Venice In The Social Studies Curriculum: No More Lessons To Be Learnt?
Authors: Sim Teddy Y. H.
Published: December 2024

The Problem
The notion of linking Venice to Singapore is not new. As Singapore reaches 50 years old, books have appeared to question the city-state’s survival or its next phase. In the social studies textbook of Singapore, the chapter of Venice in which students have been studying for more than a decade is about to be phased out from 2016. Has the chapter achieve its aim of making students learn some lessons of survival from Venice? Are there alternative ways to help the students discuss the developments of Venice? This paper will venture to make an attempt of last voyage to see what can be gleaned from a city which has survived a thousand years.

The first question and issue to deal with must be: can lessons of history be learnt? And then, can lessons be learnt from Venice by Singapore? “Learning lessons from history” has almost become a cliché. Some thought the derivation of these was the only utility of history. Figuratively speaking, “those who were doomed to repeat history failed to learn from it” (rendition from Winston Churchill). From the different perspectives (realist, Dawinian, biologist), peoples or civilisations which do not learn their lessons very well became extinct in history. In truth, practitioners of military history know that lessons from battle were only learnt after simulating the various alternative scenarios or having pondered deeply. If no two situations were ever alike in history, it is not surprising that the key to diffusing a new situation is sometimes linked with being able to anticipate or predict it. At the other end of the extreme, Michael Howard in his inaugural Regius Professor Chair lecture in 1981 at Oxford University (entitled “Lessons of history”) questioned the potentiality of learning lessons from history. While he accedes there might be a need for history to be more ‘relevant’ and ‘civic conscious’, one needs to be very careful and more open (or ignorant). Being ‘ignorant’, according to Howard, means not to be constrained by any type of parochialism. Howard also cautions against judging the ‘usefulness’ of histories and events in terms of their contemporary-ness; ‘lessons’ can come from all periods and geographical areas in history. In this direction, the topic of Venice in the Singapore social studies textbook can offer insightful lessons if issues in both societies and their overlap (or lack of) is discussed in a more open and in-depth manner (Howard, 1992).
‘Little India’: Diverging Destinies in Heritage Spaces
Authors: Shaw Brian J.
Published: December 2024

Introduction
As a colonial legacy of the spatial and political management of immigrant groups, Little India has evolved during Singapore’s post-independence era to service the needs of a developing community. While closely identified as an ‘Indian’ space by Indian Singaporeans, it has developed significant appeal to other locals and foreign tourists, as well as migrant workers from South Asia. This area, showcasing one component of Singapore’s imagined CMIO community (Chinese, Malay, Indian and Other), has since the tumultuous events of 8th December 2013, become the inadvertent focus of a much broader discussion on Singapore’s national multiracial resilience in an era of hyper-globalisation. This paper considers and questions the apparent destiny of Little India as one of Singapore’s most identifiable precincts in the context of post- 8th December policing responses, the introduction of the new “Public Order (Additional Temporary Measures) Bill” and the expected findings of the established Committee of Inquiry (COI). Overwhelmingly, the government’s inclination to segment identity spaces within the heritage precinct as a means of social control and public order, specifically through the restriction of alcohol sales and consumption, appears to be a case of managing the visibility of marginalised groups in order to contain evolving tensions. We argue that this path of action does not adequately address the complexity of underlying causes that cannot be dismissed simply as alcohol related. A more nuanced analysis with more emphasis on the economic and social realities confronting the South Asian foreign worker in Singapore is required to understand the new multiculturalism now apparent in the city-state. Official bureaucratic demarcators of “foreign worker”, “foreign talent” or “permanent residents” (PR) mask an inequity of social, economic and personal dignities and destinies that further fragment Singapore’s carefully managed ethnic balance and social mosaic. We need to move beyond the managing and controlling of differences of 1965 to embrace the Brave New World of contemporary reality.
АДМІНІСТРАТИВНО-ПРАВОВЕ РЕГУЛЮВАННЯ ПУБЛІЧНОГО УПРАВЛІННЯ: ПОНЯТТЯ ТА ОСОБЛИВОСТІ РЕАЛІЗАЦІЇ У СУЧАСНИХ УМОВАХ
Authors: Мельниченко Богдана
Published: December 2024

Анотація. У статті сформовано поняття адміністративно-правового регулювання публічного управління та визначено особливості його реалізації в сучасних умовах. З’ясовано, що адміністративно-правове регулювання є похідним щодо загального правового регулювання, тобто є його галузевим різновидом. Констатовано, що адміністративно-правове регулювання публічного управління – це впорядковувальний, цілеспрямований вплив суб’єктів публічного управління на суспільні відносини у сфері управління державою. Встановлено, що особливою ознакою адміністративно-правового регулювання є наявність специфічного механізму, що забезпечує ефективність адміністративно-правового впливу на суспільні відносини, а комплекс адміністративно-правових засобів, за допомогою яких здійснюють такий вплив, формує поняття механізму адміністративно-правового регулювання. Виявлено, що погляди науковців на структуру механізму адміністративно-правового регулювання різняться. Водночас обов’язковим його елементом вважають адміністративно-правові норми, тобто правила поведінки, що встановлює чи санкціонує держава та, які є обов’язковими для виконання. Зазначено, що адміністративно-правове регулювання публічного управління в Україні здійснюється нормативно-правовими актами різної юридичної сили – від Конституції та законів України до підзаконних актів. При цьому, нормативно-правова основа організації та функціонування публічного управління не обмежується нормами актів національного законодавства, а включає в себе й міжнародно-правові норми, кількість яких дедалі збільшується разом із посиленням інтегрованості України у світове співтовариство. Зроблено висновок про те, що одним із основних варіантів ефективності механізму адміністративно-правового регулювання публічного управління в сучасних умовах є повна консолідація зусиль і взаєморозуміння на усіх рівнях публічного управління, налагодження тісної співпраці зі суспільством.
Deviation in Robert Browning's My Last Duchess: A Stylistic Study
Authors: Shihab Teeba , Afrawi Shouq Ali
Published: December 2024

This paper deals with the effects of deviation as a Stylistic device on the discourse of poetry by making it complex and ambiguous.
This study aims at providing a theoretical side about deviation and its types.
As well as providing, a practical side about an analysis of Robert Browning's My Last Duchess. It is hypothesized that Robert Browning poetry is affected by a set of deviations in order to make it unique and ambiguous.
It is hoped that the paper will be valuable to both stylistic researchers end English language learners.
The paper consists of an abstract and three chapters. The first chapter contains the procedure and the general framework that the paper is built on such as the problem, the hypothesis, the aimsand the model etc… .
As for the second chapter it is devoted to discuss the literature review and to elaborate the model of analysis. Moreover, Chapter three is dedicated to the analysis of the paper. The paper ends withsome conclusions, an appendix and a bibliography.  
It is concluded that poetry discourse is full of deviation and that kind of deviation marks it as difficult to be understandable straightforwardly. Furthermore, Robert Browning's Poetry is an exemplification of that type of deviation.
Language Performance of Iraqi Patients with Stroke: A Case Study.
Authors: Hashim Ahmed
Published: December 2024

يتناول هذا البحث الأداء اللغوي للمرضى العراقيين الذين يعانون من السكتة الدماغية. فهو يحدد المقصود بالسكتة الدماغية، ويعرض أنواع السكتات الدماغية، ويناقش اضطراب فقدان القدرة على الكلام الناتج عن السكتة الدماغية في النصف الأيسر من الدماغ. يأخذ الباحث لهذه الدراسة حالة من ثلاثة مرضى السكتة الدماغية يعيشون في محافظة ذي قار ويتواصل معهم لمعرفة المناطق اللغوية المتضررة وما هي الصعوبات التي يواجهها المرضى بسبب اصابتهم الدماغية. وبما أن اللغة تقع في النصف الأيسر من الدماغ، فإن اختيار الحالة يقتصر على أولئك الذين يعانون من السكتة الدماغية في نصفهم الأيسر حيث تقع مناطق اللغة.
Dynamics of Weakness and Strength: Confronting Difficulties in The Bamboo Stalk.
Authors: Yasir Maha
Published: December 2024

This paper will critically discuss the  Dynamics of Weakness and Strength with and overcomes the problems that naturally paper from being of  Kuwaiti-Filipino heritage. The study aims to portray the dynamics of weakness and strength in Confronting and to show how they have an impact on his identity development and the sense of belonging Difficulties  in "The Bambo Stalk" by Saud Alsanousi. Being revealed in such a way are intricate dynamics of weakness and strength along José's trajectory, and the study adds to discourses of cultural identity, resilience, and the complexities of multiculturalism in literature, which have lots to give for understanding the struggle of individuals with mixed heritage in today's societies. The analysis points out that In the novel "The Bamboo Stalk," Saud Alsanousi tells José's coming-of-age story against the backdrop of societal prejudice and cultural clashes, evidencing both his strength and times of weakness. Through this narrative, he reveals man's struggle for acceptance and belonging. José's story becomes, therefore, an intense search for identity in a world ruled by social norms and biases at the end.
Estrus syncrhonization in ewes with prostaglandins at dif-ferent days post CIDR insertion
Authors: Martínez-Cruz Rubén , Sánchez-Torres Esqueda María Teresa , Nieto Aquino Rafael , Cordero Mora José Luis , Figueroa Velasco José Luis , Martínez Aispuro José Alfredo , Sánchez Canales Patricia
Published: December 2024

Objective: To evaluate the effect of prostaglandin F2α (PGF2α) application on days 0, 3 and 6 of the synchronized luteal phases on reproductive perfomance and its effect on progesterone concentrations of multiparous ewes.
Design/methodology/approach: The experimental design was a completely randomized. Seventy-five ewes synchronized with control internal drug release devices (CIDR) for six days and 250 UI of equine chorionic gonadotropin (eCG) were used at device removal. The ewes were randomly distributed in three treatments in relation to the days of application of PGF2α (125 μg sodium cloprostenol): in the first group of ewes, PGF2α was applied at the time of insertion of the CIDR (D0, n=25); in the second group PGF2α was applied on day three of insertion of the CIDR (D3, n=25) and in the third group it was applied on day six, at the time of the withdrawal of the CIDR (D3, n=25). The presentation of estrus and the gestation rate were analyzed through the c2 test. The onset of estrus and prolificacy by a Tukey analysis of variance and comparison of means. The concentration of P4 was carried out using the mixed design procedure, which included fixed effects of treatment and day, and interaction of both.
Results: Presentation and onset of estrus were different (P<0.05) between treatments due to the effect of the interval in the days of PGF2α application. The progesterone (P4) concentrations in blood serum showed differences during the synchronized luteal phase (D0: 4.8 ng mL-1; D3: 6.0 ng mL-1, D6: 8.8 ng mL-1). However, no differences were found in gestation rate and prolificacy due to the main effects.
Limitations on study/implications: The application of 125 µg of PGF2α on different days of the synchronized luteal phase does not affect gestation rate and prolificacy. Nevertheless, presentation and onset of estrus were different, so it must be considered in laparoscopic artificial insemination programs.
Findings/conclusions: The application of PGF2α during the synchronized luteal phase at short intervals showed better results at the end of treatment. The corpus luteum (CL) and CIDR increase P4 concentrations; which modifies the estrus response, and it has a positive effect in reproductive performance.
Production Analysis of Corn (Zea mays L.) in Agricultural District VII Valle de Bravo, State of MexicoV
Authors: Vilchis Granados Gabriela Berenice , Morales Morales Edgar Javier , Herrera Haro José Guadalupe , Gómez Demetrio William , Martínez Castañeda Francisco Ernesto , MARTÍNEZ CAMPOS ANGEL ROBERTO
Published: December 2024

Objective: Analyze corn production in Rural Development District (RDD) 7 “Valle de Bravo”, State ofMexico, focusing on the relationship between yield and sown area, as well as identifying factors that may affectthis production.Design/methodology/approach: Data from the Agri-Food and Fisheries Information System (SIAP) onsown area, production, and yield of corn (2003-2021) were used. Additionally, questionnaires were providedto RRD 7 producers. Statistical analyses were carried out with SPSS software and simple linear regressionmodels were applied to evaluate productivity and associated factors.Results: Corn yield showed linear growth; however, the sown area decreased as farmers have dedicatedthemselves to producing more profitable crops. Guaranteed prices per ton were deemed inadequate and highinput costs hindered agricultural production.Limitations: Farmers faced challenges such as high production costs and limited access to financial resources.Government programs offer some support for corn production; however, this is insufficient to address thestructural problems of the sector.Conclusions: A comprehensive strategy is needed to address the systemic challenges facing the corn sector.This includes measures to improve productivity, reduce production costs, ensure fair prices, promote cropdiversification and enhance access to resources and technologies that guarantee the long-term sustainability ofthe agri-food sector.
Non-toxic Jatropha curcas L. residual paste as a protein supplement in poultry diets
Authors: Díaz Sánchez Leonardo , Sánchez Sánchez Odilón , Martínez Herrera Jorge , Valdés Rodríguez Ofelia Andrea , Vázquez Fernando , Sandoval Georgina
Published: December 2024

Objective: To evaluate the effect of the non-toxic residual meal from Mexican jatropha (Jatropha curcas L.) aspart of a protein supplement in broiler chicken feed.Design/methodology/approach: An experimental diet was designed by incorporating meal obtained fromthe non-toxic residual jatropha paste, which was administered to a group of 20 one-day-old Cobb 550 chicks.The chicks were weighed every three days, and their feed was adjusted weekly according to their developmentover a 28-day period. Another group of chicks, with the same number of individuals, characteristics, andfollow-up, was fed a commercial diet for comparison purposes.Results: The inclusion of non-toxic residual jatropha paste in the broiler chickens’ diet produced similarperformance to that obtained with the commercial diet.Study limitations/implications: The scale of the experiment could affect the generalization of the results toa larger poultry population.Findings/conclusions: The non-toxic residual meal from Mexican jatropha could be a viable and sustainablealternative for enriching poultry diets.
Pengaruh Gaya Hidup, Harga, dan Brand Ambassador Terhadap Minat Beli Fashion Vans di Kota Bandung
Authors: Daniyati Susi , Sarah Siti
Published: December 2024

Industri fashion, khususnya sepatu, di Indonesia mengalami pertumbuhan pesat, namun produk fashion Vans di Kota Bandung menunjukkan penurunan minat beli yang signifikan dalam satu tahun terakhir. Faktor gaya hidup, harga yang relatif tinggi, dan brand ambassador menjadi isu penting yang memengaruhi perilaku konsumen, terutama di kalangan generasi muda yang terus mengikuti tren fashion terkini. Riset ini dimaksudkan untuk menganalisis keterkaitan gaya hidup, harga, dan brand ambassador pada minat beli produk fashion Vans di Kota Bandung. Dengan metode kuantitatif dengan pendekatan deskriptif dan verifikatif, serta pengumpulan data melalui kuesioner kepada 100 responden terpilih. Hasil analisis regresi linier berganda memperlihatkan bahwa gaya hidup, harga, dan brand ambassador berdampak positif dan signifikan baik secara parsial maupun simultan pada minat beli, dengan kontribusi sebesar 76,6% dan nilai Fhitung 105,192 (signifikansi 0,000 < 0,05). Kesimpulannya, faktor-faktor tersebut menjadi kunci dalam memengaruhi minat beli, sehingga Vans perlu mengoptimalkan strategi pemasaran berbasis gaya hidup, menyesuaikan harga kompetitif, dan meningkatkan efektivitas brand ambassador untuk menarik konsumen.
Reduced levels of relatedness indicate that great-tailed grackles disperse further at the edge of their range
Authors: Lukas Dieter , Blackwell Aaron , Edrisi Maryam , Hardy Kristin , Marfori Zara , McCune Kelsey , Sevchik August , Smith Caroline , Logan Corina
Published: December 2024

It is generally thought that behavioral flexibility, the ability to change behavior when circumstances change, plays an important role in the ability of a species to rapidly expand their geographic range. However, it is an alternative non-exclusive possibility that an increase in the amount of available habitat can also facilitate a range expansion. Great-tailed grackles (*Quiscalus mexicanus*) are a social, polygamous species that is rapidly expanding its geographic range and eats a variety of human foods in addition to foraging on insects and on the ground for other natural food items. They are behaviorally flexible and highly associated with human-modified environments, thus offering an opportunity to assess the role of behavior and habitat change over the course of their expansion. Here, we compare behavior in wild-caught grackles from two populations across their range (a more recent population in the middle of the northern expansion front in Arizona versus a very recent population on the northern edge of the expansion front in California) to investigate whether individuals in a more recently established population exhibit more dispersal behavior (i.e., individuals are more likely to move away from their parents). We find that levels of relatedness are lower in the population closer to the edge compared to the population nearer the core. In particular, we observe no closely related individuals at the edge, suggesting that individuals of both sexes disperse further in this population than in the population nearer the core. Our analyses also suggest that, in both populations, females generally move shorter distances from where they hatched than males. These results elucidate that the rapid geographic range expansion of great-tailed grackles is associated with individuals differentially expressing dispersal behaviors.
The Impact of Incentives and Experience on Service Advisor Performance: A Study of the Korean Imported Car Dealership Industry
Authors: 이 승준
Published: December 2024

본 연구는 한국 수입 자동차 딜러십 산업에서 서비스 어드바이저의 과거 인센티브와 업무 경험이 운영 성과에 미치는 영향을 살펴보았다. 한 딜러십의 3개 지점에서 60개월 동안 수집된 922개의 샘플 데이터를 활용하여 고정효과 모델을 통해 인센티브, 경험, 그리고 성과 간의 관계를 분석하였다. 강화 이론을 바탕으로 한 연구 결과, 과거의 인센티브가 현재 성과에 긍정적인 영향을 미치는 것으로 나타났다. 또한, 업무 경험이 중요한 조절 효과를 가지는 것으로 확인되었는데, 서비스 어드바이저의 경험이 증가할수록 인센티브의 긍정적 영향이 강화되는 것으로 나타났다. 흥미롭게도, 이러한 효과의 크기는 매장의 위치에 따라 조금씩 다르게 나타났으며, 이는 각 지점의 고유한 상황적 요인의 영향을 시사한다. 본 연구는 인센티브 시스템의 효과성에 대한 실증적 증거를 제공하고, 서비스 운영 관리 문헌에 기여한다. 이러한 연구 결과는 자동차 서비스 산업의 관리자들에게 서비스 품질과 고객 만족도를 높이기 위한 인센티브 구조에 대한 이해와 인센티브 개발 프로그램의 필요성을 제시한다.