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Analyse des stratégies de gatekeeping mises en place dans le cadre du Programme d'Éducation par la Radio au profit des élèves déplacés internes au Burkina Faso
Authors: Kabore Amado
Published: February 2025

RÉSUMÉ: L'article analyse les mécanismes de diffusion du Programme de l'éducation par la radio dans un contexte national marqué par l'insécurité. C'est un programme qui vise à faire jouir aux élèves des zones touchées par la crise sécuritaire de leur droit à l'éducation. Nous analyserons les mesures de gatekeeping mises en place par les acteurs notamment les décideurs, les radios partenaires et les bénéficiaires. Cette réflexion s'est appuyée sur une revue de littérature et des données primaires et sec-ondaires. Les enquêtes qui ont touché soixante-quatre personnes dont dix professionnels de médias (promoteurs de radios privées, journalistes, et animateurs) ont été réalisées dans cinq régions du pays. En s'appuyant sur la théorie du gatekeeping, la réflexion aboutit à la conclusion que les émissions diffusées par les radios partenaires sont relativement filtrés. ABSTRACT: The article analyzes the diffusion mechanisms of the Radio Education Program in a national context marked by insecurity. This program aims to enable students in areas affected by the security crisis to enjoy their right to education. We will analyze the gatekeeping measures put in place by stakeholders, notably decision-makers, partner radio stations, and beneficiaries. This reflection was based on a literature review and primary and secondary data. Surveys of sixty-four people including ten media professionals (private radio promoters, journalists, and presenters) were carried out in five regions of the country. Based on the theory of gatekeeping, reflection on this subject leads to the conclusion that the broadcasts by partner radio stations are relatively filtered.
Renforcement des capacités des journalistes dans les pays du Sahel en vue d'un « journalisme de précaution »
Authors: Lamine Souleymane
Published: February 2025

RÉSUMÉ: Dans la région du Sahel, les médias font face à de nombreux défis crées par les attaques terroristes et les conflits communautaires. Des initiatives de formation et de sensibilisation ont été lancées par des organisations internationales, comme l'UNESCO, pour aider les journalistes à faire face à ces enjeux de sécurité et développer des compétences spécifiques. Ces formations leur permettent de lutter contre la désinformation en fournissant une perspective équilibrée et en vérifiant les faits de manière rigoureuse. Cependant, les journalistes locaux perçoivent certaines directives émises par les ONG comme des contraintes qui limitent leur autonomie et leur capacité à répondre aux attentes de leur public. Cet article analyse cette tension en utilisant le concept du gatekeeping, afin de mettre en lumière les différentes dimensions de ce conflit et ses conséquences sur la pratique d'un « journalisme de précaution » dans un contexte de crise sécuritaire. ABSTRACT: In the Sahel region, the media face challenges linked to insecurity caused by terrorist attacks and community conflicts. Training and awareness-raising initiatives have been launched by international organizations, such as UNESCO, to help journalists deal with these security issues and develop specific skills. This enables them to combat misinformation by providing a balanced perspective and rigorous fact-checking. However, local journalists perceive certain directives issued by NGOs as constraints which limit their autonomy and their ability to meet the expectations of their audience. This article analyzes this tension using the concept of gatekeeping to highlight the different dimensions of this conflict and its consequences for the practice of "precautionary journalism" in a context of security crisis.
Udział Brunona Hussara OP w powstaniu dzieła św. Jakuba Apostoła
Authors: Tulej Andrzej
Published: February 2025

The article presents the influence, commitment, and participation of Bruno Hussar OP, a Dominican monk of Jewish origin who lived between 1911 and 1996, in the foundation of the Work of St. James the Apostle – Hebrew-speaking communities of the Latin Patriarchate of Jerusalem in the contemporary State of Israel. Hussar had a special predisposition that made up a kind of *casus singularis*, expressed in the self-definition that he felt "four identities" in himself. He was a Christian and a priest, a Jew, an Israeli, and, as he said, in a sense an Egyptian, because he was born and raised in Cairo in an Arab environment. Others referred to him as בעל חזון (*baal chazon*), a man of visions and dreams, simply a visionary. He was sent to Israel by his superiors with the mission of establishing a center for the study of Judaism. From the very beginning, he was faced with the problem of evangelization among the Jews and the realization of the so-called missionary mandate of Jesus: how does this command apply to Jews, with whom Christians have a special relationship? The first work in which Hussar participated and co-created was the Hebrew-speaking Church, later called the Work of St. James the Apostle. This community was born with difficulty, first searching for a place for the free, unfettered celebration of the Eucharist, and then seeking the possibility of using the Hebrew language in the liturgy. It was also important to anchor the Work institutionally within the local Church, which encountered numerous obstacles. Finally, the Work was approved by Patriarch Alberto Gori OFM on February 11, 1956.
Teologiczne konotacje pieśni Franciszka Karpińskiego "Kiedy ranne wstają zorze"
Authors: Kupiński Krzysztof R.
Published: February 2025

Artykuł analizuje teologiczne odniesienia w pieśni Franciszka Karpińskiego "Kiedy ranne wstają zorze", wskazując na jej głębokie zakorzenienie w katolickich prawdach wiary. W szczególności omawia takie zagadnienia jak stworzenie świata przez Boga, Boża Opatrzność, zmartwychwstanie i życie wieczne oraz wszechobecność Boga i chwała oddawana Stwórcy. Pieśń, mimo swojej prostoty, stanowi skuteczne narzędzie głoszenia Objawienia Bożego.
Coccidiosis among goats in Baghdad Province - Iraq
Authors: Ali Faraj Azhar
Published: February 2025

This study concerned with prevalence of infection of the goats and their kids with coccidia during the period from 1st March 2004 to 30th February 2005. Three hundred fifty two faecal samples were collected from 32 goats. The rate of infections in goats and kids was 47.6%, 61.1% respectively. The peak of infection was in spring and winter, and then the infection declined in hot and dry summer. The rate of infection in females (33.3%) was higher than in males (14.2%). Four species of coccidia were diagnosed Eimeria ahsata, Eimeria faurei,  Eimeria pallida, and Eimeria ovinoidalis.
Comparison Of Bacillus anthracis Prepared Used Antigens As ‎Diagnostic kit Of Anthrax In Laboratoy Animals.‎
Authors: A.J.      ‎ Al- Jebouri , G.M.‎ Al- Khatib
Published: February 2025

This study was concerned on the preparation of several antigens on different
types of culture media like brain heart infusion, tryptic soy agar and broth. A
comparison was carried out among the prepared antigens using skin test in non-
vaccinated guinea pigs which showed negative results. Another trials were conducted using sensitized guinea pigs with live attenuated anthrax vaccine. After three weeks of immunization, skin test was conducted and all antigens revealed positive skin reactions. The highest means were recorded by the dilution 1/40 on the brain heart infusion agar with the mean of erythema of 16.38 mm and a difference of thickness 3.44 mm, while on tryptic soy broth the mean of erythema was 14.14 mm and the difference of thickness was 3.43 mm. The mean of erythema and thickness were 10.21 mm and 2 mm subsequently observed on the dilution 1/40 on tryptic soy agar. The antigen gained from brain heart infusion gave a mean of erythema of 9.5 mm and 3.02 mm thickness. The results mentioned above indicated that the best antigens for the diagnosis and evaluation of anthrax vaccines are the antigen prepared on tryptic  soy broth and the two diluted antigens as well.
Review on different challenges of artificial intelligence in higher education
Authors: Varinder Kaur Attri  , Teena Jaiswal  , Ramnarayan Jaiswal  , Vidhu Baggan
Published: February 2025

Introduction of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in education provides drastic change in education system. AI can transform teaching and learning methodologies with the help of personalized learning, refining administrative efficiency, and improving decision making. On the other side there are many challenges which are faced that require careful consideration This paper explores the different challenges, to integrate AI in education to take care of, efficient, and ethical use of technology.
AI in healthcare: Reducing processing costs and enhancing efficiency
Authors: Rohan Desai
Published: February 2025

Artificial Intelligence has also increased healthcare operations to be more efficient and accurate, and the treatment provided to patients is more cost-effective. AI automates routine procedures to allow other resources to be used more intelligently, thereby enhancing their financial prospects through better clinical judgment. In this report, the examples of how AI-driven solutions contribute to reduced processing costs are discussed, some successful implementations, key challenges, and future opportunities for healthcare providers.
SympTrack: A machine learning approach for predicting heart disease and diabetes
Authors: Hari Krishna Mallu  , Srivathsa Tirumala  , Bhavya Potla  , Abhiram Lodi  , Tharun Goud Bandharam
Published: February 2025

This research investigates the use of machine learning (ML) in predicting multiple diseases, with a primary emphasis on diabetes. By analyzing patient data—including age, lifestyle choices, medical history, and laboratory test results—we developed an efficient predictive model aimed at early diagnosis. Several ML algorithms, such as Logistic Regression, Decision Trees, Random Forest, and Support Vector Machines (SVM), were implemented and evaluated for their accuracy and reliability. Among these, the Random Forest model outperformed others, demonstrating superior accuracy in diabetes prediction. Additionally, the model exhibited the potential to predict other conditions, such as hypertension, highlighting its adaptability for broader healthcare applications. The system is deployed as a user-friendly web application designed to assist both healthcare professionals and patients. It streamlines the early detection process, facilitating timely interventions and improved health management. Regular monitoring and updates ensure that the system remains accurate and relevant in an evolving healthcare landscape. This initiative underscores the transformative impact of ML in the medical field, promoting proactive and personalized patient care. By leveraging advanced technology, it contributes to enhanced health outcomes and increased efficiency in healthcare systems.
Unlocking new opportunities for strategic advisory and innovation with digital twin technology in corporate finance
Authors: Oyindamola Modupe Odewuyi  , Oluwabanke Aminat Shodimu  , Adeniyi Paul Philips  , Selina Affiang Okpo
Published: February 2025

Digital Twin Technology (DTT) has emerged as a transformative force in various industries, enabling real-time simulation and decision-making. In corporate finance, its potential is largely untapped, yet it holds promise for revolutionizing strategic advisory and innovation. This review paper explores the applications, benefits, challenges, and future directions of DTT in the corporate finance sector. The study aims to establish a comprehensive understanding of how DTT can unlock new opportunities for strategic decision-making, risk management, and financial innovation. The study also highlights the technological synergies and collaborative frameworks that can support the adoption of DTT in diverse financial contexts.
The role of dynamic capabilities in achieving business sustainability: The case of PT XYZ Indonesia
Authors: Lucky Budi Setiawan  , Lena Ellitan
Published: February 2025

In the midst of escalating globalization and rapid digital transformation, companies face increasingly complex challenges not just to survive, but to thrive. This research focuses on PT. Bumi Pembangunan Pertiwi, a family-owned company with a long-standing presence in the building materials and fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) sectors, striving to overcome competitive pressures and rapidly changing consumer paradigms. The central research question is: How can a family-owned company with limited resources implement dynamic capabilities to enhance its competitiveness and sustainability in a dynamic market? This study explores the theory of dynamic capabilities: sensing, seizing, and transforming as a theoretical framework to address this question. Employing a qualitative approach with a case study method, this research delves into the internal and external dynamics of the company. Through primary data obtained from in-depth interviews with senior management and employees, and secondary data from company documents, this analysis reveals how PT. Bumi Pembangunan Pertiwi responds to the rapidly changing market challenges. The findings demonstrate that the company has successfully performed market sensing to accurately identify opportunities and threats, utilized seizing to capture these opportunities through product innovation and diversification, and effectively conducted transforming to optimize organizational structure and information technology. This success not only strengthens their market position but also provides valuable lessons for other family-owned companies in Indonesia facing globalization and digitalization.
Strengthening vaccine development pipelines to combat emerging infectious diseases and antimicrobial resistance
Authors: Mary-Gloria Chidiebere Iwunwa
Published: February 2025

The rapid emergence of infectious diseases and the escalating threat of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) present critical challenges to global public health. Traditional vaccine development pipelines, while effective in past decades, often lack the agility and scalability required to address these evolving threats. The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted both the vulnerabilities in current vaccine production systems and the transformative potential of innovations such as mRNA technology and platform-based vaccine designs. However, these advancements remain underutilized in combating other emerging infectious diseases and AMR. Strengthening vaccine development pipelines necessitates a multifaceted approach that integrates technological innovation, global collaboration, and regulatory agility. This paper explores strategies to enhance the efficiency and responsiveness of vaccine development, focusing on the incorporation of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning for predictive modeling, the expansion of genomic surveillance to track pathogen evolution, and the development of universal vaccine platforms adaptable to multiple pathogens. Additionally, addressing AMR through vaccines targeting resistant bacterial strains can significantly reduce the reliance on antibiotics, mitigating the spread of resistance. Public-private partnerships, funding mechanisms, and global policy alignment play pivotal roles in accelerating vaccine research and ensuring equitable distribution. This study emphasizes the need for proactive preparedness, highlighting case studies of successful vaccine rollouts and identifying gaps in the current infrastructure. By fostering innovation and global cooperation, the vaccine development ecosystem can be fortified to swiftly respond to future pandemics and the growing AMR crisis.
Digital Transformation of Cooperative Legal Entities in Indonesia
Authors: Sukardi Didi , Hafizd Jefik Zulfikar , Muamar Afif , Hamamah Fatin , Royani Esti , Sobirov Babur
Published: February 2025

Abstract: This article captures the implementation of cooperative legal entities that are still conventional toward digital transformation, considering significant changes in the world. This study aims to describe how to strengthen the role of cooperatives as a pillar of the Indonesian economy, the legal basis for digital transformation, and the digital transformation of legal entity cooperatives in Indonesia. The findings show that transforming the cooperative business model into a digital basis is necessary. Cooperatives can obtain a vast market share by using tools such as website companies, social media, marketplace, and paid online advertising. The legal basis for business transformation from conventional to electronic-based models already exists. Cooperative legal entities can conduct business activities by utilizing digital technology for various activities such as administration, marketing via internet media, advertising using third parties such as Facebook Ads or Google Ads, selling products through online stores, analyzing business trends in the community, building relationships with more parties through social media, member meetings using video call applications, and many more that can be utilized. With the G20 forum, opportunities to expand business to various countries need to be used optimally by cooperatives in Indonesia.
 
Keywords: Digital, Legal Entities, and Cooperatives.
Sikap Memediasi Kepedulian Lingkungan terhadap Niat Beli Produk Le Minerale
Authors: Nyoman Dewi Pitaloka Cahyadi  , Ni Putu Dera Yanthi  , Ni Nyoman Dian Sudewi  , Putu Ayu Trisna Febrianty
Published: February 2025

Bottled drinking water (BDW) is one of the largest contributors to plastic waste, the level of consumer concerns to switch to more environmental friendly products is needed to reduce plastic waste. This study designs to analyze the level of consumer concerns and consumer attitudes in influencing consumer purchase intentions for Le Minerale products in Denpasar. The purposive sampling method was used to collect 130 respondents residing in Denpasar. The data was processed using the PLS method, which obtained the results that the level of environmental concern and consumer attitudes have a significant influence on consumer purchase intentions for Le Minerale products in Denpasar. This study also found that consumer attitudes have a mediating role in the influence of the level of consumer concern on consumer purchase intentions on Le Minerale products in Denpasar. This study is expected to provide insight into the consumption of BDW that is more environmentally friendly, so that consumers can contribute and be responsible for environmental cleanliness with a sustainable impact.
A life dedicated to surgery: Serhii Tymofieiev’s contribution to medicine and education
Authors: Tsiura Y. P. , Kryvopustov M. S.
Published: February 2025

Serhii Lukianovych Tymofieiev (1875—1943) was a renowned physician, surgeon, scientist, and teacher in the history of Ukrainian medicine. Continuous education and practice shaped his professional career, which began in the Kherson province. Tymofieiev became a Doctor of Medical Sciences after defending his dissertation on the pathogenesis of renal edema. His contribution covers several medical fields, including orthopedics, traumatology, urology, and military surgery. Serhii Lukianovych founded the Department of Traumatology and Orthopedics at the Kyiv Medical Institute, which became the basis for the development of modern Ukrainian orthopedics. He developed innovative approaches to the treatment of injuries, reconstructive surgery, and the training of future doctors. During World War I, Tymofieiev headed the surgical department of the Kyiv Military Hospital, where he treated gunshot wounds. His pedagogical activity was focused on improving the teaching of military field surgery, a topic that is particularly relevant during times of military conflicts. Tymofieiev not only worked tirelessly but also educated a generation of doctors who continued his legacy. Having written more than 90 scientific works, he became one of the founders of Ukrainian surgery and medical education. His life path is an example of high professionalism, extensive scientific knowledge, and commitment to the medical profession. Tymofieiev made a significant contribution to the history of medicine, and his legacy continues to inspire modern doctors.
26-Year perspective on stapled hemorrhoidopexy – insights into managing severe complications. Two case reports and literature review
Authors: Prokopchuk O. , Fuchs F. , Nedic D. , Quaiser D. , Novotny H. F. G. , Friess H. , Bachmann J. , Spelsberg F.
Published: February 2025

Stapled Hemorrhoidopexy, first introduced by Longo in 1998, has become a widely adopted surgical method for treating hemorrhoidal disease. This innovative procedure gained popularity due to reduced postoperative pain, shorter hospital stays, and faster recovery. However, it is not without risk and is associated with rare but severe complications that can significantly affect patient outcomes. This study describes two illustrative clinical cases of such complications. The first case involves a 41‑year‑old male patient who developed a perirectal hematoma accompanied by acute abdominal bleeding caused by mesenteric vessel rupture at the rectosigmoid junction. Urgent surgical intervention and intensive postoperative care were required. The second case concerns a 49‑year‑old female patient who experienced anal stenosis and subsequent fecal incontinence, necessitating both surgical correction and prolonged rehabilitative therapy to restore bowel function and improve quality of life. These cases emphasize the critical importance of early recognition and effective management of complications associated with stapled hemorrhoidopexy. They also highlight the necessity of a multidisciplinary approach involving colorectal surgeons, general surgeons, and gastroenterologists to optimize patient care.A comprehensive literature review identifies key risk factors for complications, including patient comorbidities, technical nuances of the procedure, and the careful selection of candidates. Best practices for preventing and managing complications are also discussed, focusing on surgical technique refinement, thorough preoperative evaluation, and enhanced staff training. These insights aim to equip clinicians with essential knowledge to minimize risks, enhance patient safety, and maintain the advantages of this innovative method.
Konsep Jiwa Menurut Ibnu Sina
Authors: Chaidir Ahmad
Published: February 2025

Penelitian ini mengkaji konsep jiwa dalam pemikiran salah satu filsuf besar dalam tradisiIslam, yaitu Ibn Sina yang fokus pada strukturnya dan pengaruhnya dalam kajian filsafatserta psikologi. Dalam pemikirannya, jiwa dikategorikan ke dalam tiga tingkatan utama:jiwa vegetatif, jiwa sensitif, dan jiwa rasional. Konsep ini tidak hanya membahas fungsibiologis manusia, tetapi juga menyoroti dimensi intelektual dan spiritual yangmembedakan manusia dari makhluk lainnya. Kajian ini menelusuri bagaimana pemikirtersebut memahami hakikat jiwa, sifatnya yang immateri, serta hubungannya dengan tubuhdan kehidupan setelah mati. Pendekatan dalam penelitian ini bersifat kualitatif denganmetode analisis deskriptif komparatif untuk membandingkan pemikiran Ibn Sina denganperspektif filsafat dan ilmu pengetahuan modern. Penelitian ini juga menelaah pengaruhkonsep jiwa yang dikembangkannya terhadap filsafat Islam dan Barat, khususnya dalamperdebatan mengenai kesadaran dan eksistensi manusia. Hasil analisis menunjukkan bahwapemikiran ini tetap relevan dalam menjelaskan hubungan antara akal, kesadaran, danrealitas manusia. Studi ini diharapkan dapat memberikan kontribusi dalam memperkayadiskusi tentang filsafat jiwa serta menjembatani pemahaman antara tradisi klasik dan ilmupengetahuan modern.
The baker's advice matters! Multiple anchoring in legal decision-making.
Authors: Navarre Aglaé , didierjean andre , Thomas Cyril
Published: February 2025

Since the seminal works from Tversky and Kahneman (1974), the anchoring effect has generated considerable interest and its impact in numerous everyday situations has been fully documented. However, few studies have paid attention to the influence of several successive anchors. To analyze how the presentation of a second anchor influences legal decision-making depending on its relevance, we conducted two studies. In both experiments, participants were asked to read a text describing a trial in which two anchors (one relevant given by a prosecutor in Experiment 1 (N = 571) or a magistrate in Experiment 2 (N = 292), the other irrelevant given by a baker) appeared successively. The results show an anchoring effect when there is one anchor (relevant and irrelevant). However, the effect of a relevant anchor disappears in the presence of a contradictory irrelevant one. We will discuss the psychological processes underlying this phenomenon.
Riemann Hypothesis demonstration through the limit of an approximated ξ function
Authors: Cadeddu Enrico Pier Giorgio
Published: February 2025

Considering an approximated Riemann ξ(s) function defined with a parametric function, and an appropriate fractional function, we show that the rate to reach the exact value, equal to zero, and the exact form, causes a contradiction when the real part σ of the complex variable s is different from 1/2. But a more general approach seems to invalidate the argumentation.
More a Swell than a Ripple: The Persistent Impact of the 2004 Boxing Day Tsunami on Voter Turnout
Authors: Ekholm Kalle , Eriksson Lina M. , Vernby Kåre
Published: February 2025

We analyze the impact of natural disasters on political participation by studying theeffect of exposure to the 2004 Boxing Day Tsunami on the subsequent turnout of 16,000Swedes. Previous work is relatively scarce and has not addressed the possibility thatdisaster exposure is a compound treatment: natural disasters can reduce voter turnout dueto destruction and economic disruption, but they may also motivate political participation.Using unique population-wide registry data that identify the exposed, we are able toisolate the individual-level motivational effect of natural disaster exposure. We uncover apersistent increase in voting among those impacted—potentially due to dissatisfaction withthe government’s response or post-traumatic growth, with evidence supporting both. Ourresearch advances understanding by providing credible estimates of the tsunami’s enduringeffects on voter turnout. By focusing on Swedes abroad during the event, we exclude localdisaster impacts and highlight the individual’s motivation to participate politically.
Application of Tsunami early warning system as disaster mitigation in Bajul Mati - Gajahrejo, Malang
Authors: Mashuda Amri Baihaqi , Pradipta Aisyah Dianing , Herdianto Hengky
Published: February 2025

The position of Bajul Mati area that is close to the coast can potentially have a Tsunami, so need for a Tsunami warning system like Digital Seismograph. The digital seismograph a same as analog seismograph except that vibration detector was replaced by a D7S-A0001-1 vibration sensor and ADXL 345 sensor. The three stations at the coordination of Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency, Indonesia on 07-18-2019 (12:20 to 13:20) in Gajahrejo Village, Gedangan Subdistrict, Malang there was no earthquake. This result is the same as results of measurements carried out using the Arduino Uno R3 based digital seismograph using the D7S-A0001-1 vibration sensor and ADXL 345 sensor. The earthquake detection system and Tsunami’s warnings run according to the system design and can alert when an earthquake and Tsunami occurs.
More Forecasts, More (Decision) Problems: How Uncertainty Representations for Multiple Forecasts Impact Decision-Making
Authors: Sarma Abhraneel , Hedayati Maryam , Kay Matthew
Published: February 2025

Users often have access to multiple forecasts regarding an event. Different forecasts incorporate different assumptions and epistemic information. A growing body of work argues against decisionmaking solely based on expected utility maximisation strategies in multiple forecasts scenarios, in favour of other strategies such as the maximin expected utility. In this work, we compare two different approaches for depicting epistemic uncertainty—ensembles (a direct representation of multiple forecasts) and p-boxes (a representation which only communicates the bounds of epistemic uncertainty)—in plots where individual distributions are represented as cumulative distribution plots (CDFs). We conduct three experiments to investigate the impact of the visual representation on the decision-making strategies that people adopt. Our results suggest that participants adopt conservative decision-making strategies (i.e. place greater weight on the worst-case forecast than the best-case forecast) for both p-boxes and ensembles if the set of forecasts are uniformly distributed. However, if a majority of the forecasts are clustered near one of the bounds, participants may discount the forecastwhich appears as a visual outlier.
Pitfalls in Project Management: What Can Go Wrong in an Otherwise Successful Project
Authors: Koul Sanjay
Published: February 2025

Project management is a critical discipline that involves planning, executing, and controlling projects to achieve specific goals within defined constraints. However, even the most well-structured and meticulously planned projects can fail due to a variety of unforeseen issues. This article explores what can go wrong in managing a project that would otherwise be considered successful. It examines the common pitfalls, their causes, and the impact they can have on project outcomes. By understanding these factors, project managers can take proactive steps to mitigate risks and improve the likelihood of successful project delivery.
SOCIAL CLASS AND EARNINGS TRAJECTORIES IN THE UK: NEW FINDINGS FROM A LONGITUDINAL ANALYSIS
Authors: Bukodi Erzsebet , Goldthorpe John H , Westhoff Leonie
Published: February 2025

We identify and seek to address four questions arising from current analyses of the relation between social class positions and age-earnings trajectories that call for further research. First, how far are findings from earlier cross-sectional analyses confirmed if individuals’ earnings are treated longitudinally? Second, how far do differences show up in such trajectories within classes, thus suggesting heterogeneity in employment relations? Third, how far are individuals’ educational levels associated with the shapes of their earnings trajectories independently of their class positions? And, fourth, how far does the class mobility of individuals over the course of their working lives lead to changes in their earnings trajectories? We address these questions on the basis of a rich British dataset relating to men aged 21 to 60, born between1941 and 1990, and by treating earnings trajectories in relation to class through multilevel growth curve modelling. In general, we find that earlier findings are robust and that the relation between class position and age-earnings trajectories for the most part follows theoretical expectations insofar as classes are defined in terms of differences in employment relations.
Transparency and Nudging: An Overview and Methodological Critique of Empirical Investigations
Authors: Michaelsen Patrik
Published: February 2025

Transparency is intimately linked to debates about the ethics, political legitimacy, and effectiveness of nudging. This paper provides an overview of empirical studies investigating how changes in the transparency of a nudge affects people’s choices and evaluations of the nudge. I conclude that the present literature provides generally consistent evidence supporting that the effectiveness of a nudge does not decrease when choosers are given good opportunity to detect and understand the influence it might have on their choices. However, several conceptual and methodological issues are identified, significantly limiting the scope of the conclusions that can be drawn. The limitations are discussed organized into six themes, with recommendations provided for how future research may address them.
False memories from nowhere: humans falsely recognize words that are not attested in their vocabulary
Authors: Gatti Daniele , Petilli Marco A. , Marchetti Michela , Vecchi Tomaso , Mazzoni Giuliana , Rinaldi Luca , Marelli Marco
Published: February 2025

Semantic knowledge plays an active role in many well-known false memory phenomena, including those emerging from the Deese–Roediger–McDermott (DRM) task. In this experimental paradigm, indeed, humans tend to falsely recognize newly presented words via activation of other previously shown stimuli. In the present study we aimed to test what happens in cases in which no apparent prior semantic knowledge is available, like in the case of entirely novel lexical stimuli. To do so, we evaluated semantic similarity effects in a DRM task with lists entirely composed by pseudowords (or “novel words,” i.e., letter strings resembling real words but lacking assigned meanings). Semantic similarity between pseudowords were established through a distributional semantic model able to represent in a vector space, not only attested words but also unmapped strings as bags of character n-grams. Participants were instructed to memorize those lists and then to perform a recognition task. Results showed that participants false and veridical recognition increased with increasing semantic similarity between each stimulus and the stimuli comprising its list, as estimated by the distributional model. These findings extend previous evidence indicating that humans are sensitive to the semantic (distributional) patterns elicited by novel words by showing that this sensitivity can even induce humans to falsely recognize stimuli that they have never encountered in their entire lives.
Rebels with(out) a cause: The influence of gender inequality on the relationship between egalitarianism and system justification
Authors: Buhl Sarah , Osborne Danny , Sibley Chris G , Asbrock Frank
Published: February 2025

In recent decades, women’s representation in power positions has increased alongside a global decline in anti-egalitarian biases. These egalitarian shifts provide the ideal context to examine the boundary conditions of the motivators of group-based inequality. Accordingly, we investigate the possibility that rising gender equality over the last 14 years has attenuated the relationship between group-based (anti-)egalitarianism (namely, social dominance orientation) and system justification. Multi-level analysis of longitudinal data from 43,924 women shows that anti-egalitarian beliefs predicted increases in system justification. But as hypothesized, increases in gender equality attenuated the positive correlation between anti-egalitarian beliefs and justification of the status quo. These associations were particularly pronounced among women from majoritized groups who benefit most from gender equality. Results replicate across robustness checks and offer a critical update to our understanding of egalitarianism by showing that egalitarians may engage in system justification when the status quo becomes more equal.
Is minority stress the cause of poor mental health in sexual minorities?
Authors: Ujma Péter Przemyslaw
Published: February 2025

Sexual minorities suffer from worse than average mental health. The most widespread explanation of this phenomenon is minority stress theory, which attributes poor mental health to stigmatization and discrimination by the rest of society. In this paper I argue that minority stress theory is not a sufficient explanation of poor mental health in sexual minorities. My arguments are based on four observations: 1) other social groups which experience or historically experienced discrimination do not suffer from poor mental health; 2) sexual minorities suffer from worse than average mental health even when they experience a low level of discrimination; 3) the quasi-experimental studies best suited to support this theory suffer from serious methodological errors; 4) a meta-analysis of genetic-biometric studies shows that most (although not all) of the disadvantage of sexual minority members disappear once familial factors are controlled for. Alternative theories are explored to explain the etiology of mental health problems in sexual minorities.
Trans and Nonbinary Perspectives on Gender Diversity in Psychological Stimuli
Authors: Winegar Ayla , Paganini Gina , Oswald Flora
Published: February 2025

Social cognition research has begun to examine perceptual underpinnings of pervasive bias toward gender-diverse people (including trans*, nonbinary, genderqueer, and additional identities). Though nascent work orients toward reducing bias against gender minorities, the stimuli used in this work often fail to reflect naturalistic gender diversity – in part due to lacking representation of gender diversity in available stimulus resources. In the current work, using a photo elicitation method, we prioritize the perspectives of gender-diverse perceivers (N = 44) to answer fundamental questions about the representation of gender diversity in psychological stimuli. Participants overall indicated that existing stimuli failed to represent naturalistic gender diversity, and that the representation of gender diversity in stimuli is an important goal. However, participants voiced concerns about how this representation might be executed in the research context. Building from stated concerns, we provide community-engaged recommendations for researchers interested in studying gender diversity through a social cognitive lens.
Immigrant–native pay gap driven by lack of access to high-paying jobs
Authors: Hermansen Are Skeie , Penner Andrew , Boza István , Elvira Marta , Godechot Olivier , Hällsten Martin , Henriksen Lasse Folke , Hou Feng , Lippényi Zoltán , Petersen Trond , Reichelt Malte , Sabanci Halil Ibrahim , Safi Mirna , Tomaskovic-Devey Donald , Vickstrom Erik
Published: February 2025

Immigrants to high-income countries often face considerable and persistent labor market difficulties upon arrival, while their native-born children typically experience economic progress. However, little is known about the degree to which these immigrant–native earnings differences stem from unequal pay when doing the same work for the same employer versus labor market processes that sort immigrants into lower-paid jobs. Using linked employer–employee data on 13.4 million workers from nine European and North American countries, we find that the segregation of immigrant-background workers in lower-paying jobs accounts for about four-fifths of immigrant–native earnings differences. Although within-job pay inequality remains consequential for immigrants in several countries, our results demonstrate that lack of access to higher-paying jobs is the primary driver of the immigrant–native pay gap across a range of highly diverse institutional and demographic host-country contexts. These findings highlight the importance of policies aimed at reducing between-job segregation, such as language, job training, and job search assistance programs; improving access to domestic education; recognizing foreign qualifications; and settlement programs aimed at enhancing access to job-relevant information and networks. Policies targeting employer bias in hiring and promotion decisions are also likely of high relevance, whereas measures aimed at ensuring equal pay for equal work may have more limited potential for further progress in closing the immigrant–native pay gap.
Reforming multicultural education in Finnish early childhood education and care: A comparative study of discourses in ECEC curricula
Authors: Wang Lijuan , Malet Régis , Luo Jiangyue
Published: February 2025

Finland was a relatively homogenous society in regard of its population. The rapid influx of immigrants from the 1990s has resulted in multiple social problems. In consequence, the Finnish government has abandoned the assimilationist model for the adoption of multiculturalism which is still under experimentation. To better figure out how multiculturalism has been understood and carried out in Finnish early childhood education and care, we utilize thematic analysis in joint with critical discourse analysis methods to study Finnish core curricula for the early childhood education and care, published respectively in 2003 and 2016. Results suggest that since 2016, cultural diversity in Finland has been considered as an enriching resource to the society. The right of using and developing mother tongues has been included in Finnish multicultural early childhood education and care. Second, schools have replaced families and parents to become the primary responsible for supporting and developing cultural diversity. Third, different groups, namely Sami, Roma, and immigrants, enjoy differentiated supports for developing their culture in newly reformed multicultural ECEC education.
Progressivity of initial service encounters: Accounts from a Japanese izakaya
Authors: Allen Todd J. , Liu Xiangdong
Published: February 2025

Traditional izakayas (“pubs”) are spaces where people socially consume food and alcohol. Although ubiquitous in Japan, izakayas are slowly disappearing due to changing economic factors. Researchers have begun to document the sociolinguistic activities in these spaces; however, further examination of interactants’ behaviours is needed. Thus, in this study, we sociopragmatically investigated the progressivity of initial service encounters that routinely occur within the drama series Shin'ya Shokudō (“Midnight Diner”) from macro, meso, and micro perspectives. Speciflcally, we examined how interactants enter the establishment and perform direct requests and how interpersonal talk progresses. Results show that interactants perform service encounters in routine-like ways, using a variety of polite and casual expressions. Overall, the study highlights the formulaic nature of these izakaya performances, which are not typically observable in other contexts. Furthermore, the study supports previous research that shows how transactional and interpersonal talk are imbued in some service encounter contexts.
Development of Strategies for Dance-Related Tourism in the Realm of Experiential Creative Tourism
Authors: Badia Francesco , Schiattarella Anna
Published: February 2025

The objective of this research is to trace the benefits of a closer link between one of the least considered performing arts, namely, dance, and the tourism associated with it. Although there have yet to be many in-depth theoretical studies on its influence on tourism demand, an important role can be represented by dance. Many trips are undertaken to destinations that have seen the birth of specific genres and styles of dance. Tourists who enrich themselves with dance-related performances and experiences be­long to a niche audience. Often, these are people already connected to the dance industry (theater operators, dancers, choreographers), and so rare­ly are audiences made up of more than just real amateurs in the audience. Three categories of participants in dance-related tourism can be identified: passive recipients, active dance tourists, and professional dancers. This pa­per intends to analyze the potential development profiles of this form of tourism, examining the central elements that can be applied to the strategy of a tourism destination.
Defending Corporate (Human) Rights in Strasbourg. Insights from the European Court of Human Rights Case Law
Authors: Tërova (Pendavinji) Iva , Rusi Nadia
Published: February 2025

The article encompasses the legal perspectives and challenges emerging when corporations defend their rights at the European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR). Researching the procedural aspects and jurispru­dential developments, it aims to conduct a legal analysis of the human rights entitlements of corporations, as legal entities, enshrined in the Eu­ropean Convention of Human Rights (ECHR).

Issues concerning property rights, fair trial, and fundamental liberties pro­tected by the European Convention, are addressed. Furthermore, the re­search explores the extent to which rights traditionally attributed to nat­ural persons beyond business context, such as the right to privacy, free­dom of expression, and the entitlement to just satisfaction, apply to le­gal entities.

Attempting to shed light on the context of corporate rights and their in­tersection with well-established human rights standards, the article con­tributes to fueling the dialogue between business and human rights with­in the European legal framework.
Designing an Effective Survey to Assess Interaction Design Practices in the Software Development Sector in Albania
Authors: Mitre Xhulio , Baci Nevila
Published: February 2025

The software development sector in Albania has experienced sig­nificant growth in recent years, with the presence of both Albanian and for­eign capital. Many sectors of the economy have been positively impacted by the digitalization of their services and operations. However, research studies on the software sector and their practices are limited. Furthermore, studies on integrating interaction design (ID) practices in software development meth­odologies are yet to be available. The scope of this paper is to identify crit­ical elements that should be considered when designing a survey on ID as­sessment. The paper analyzes the importance of ID practices, examines simi­lar research surveys on ID implementation, assesses the current landscape of the software sector in Albania, and presents expert opinions on designing and conducting surveys to better achieve the results. Based on the analysis, the au­thors propose a survey framework customized to the context of the software development sector in Albania.
Optimization of waste banks through assistance in eco-enzyme production as an environmental sustainability effort in Trangsan Village, Sukoharjo
Authors: Maharani Andi Rezti , Artiar Umda Garit , Cahyani Tyas Enggar , Triyono Agus
Published: February 2025

Trangsan Village, Gatak District, Sukoharjo Regency, has faced environmental challenges related to waste management, particularly organic waste. The establishment of a Waste Bank has successfully addressed the issue of inorganic waste management. However, there has been a lack of innovation in the management of organic waste in an environmentally friendly manner. To address this issue, a community service team initiated a mentoring program for the production of eco-enzyme through the Waste Bank. This activity involved intensive socialization and mentoring for the community, especially the Waste Bank managers and Karang Taruna youth organization. The results of this program indicate an increase in community understanding and skills in processing organic waste, as well as the potential for developing eco-enzyme products as a sustainable environmental effort in Trangsan Village.
Enhancing the capability of posyandu cadres as an effort to improve toddler weight through tuina massage
Authors: Sofiana Juni , Indriyastuti Hastin Ika , Prabandari Fitria
Published: February 2025

Toddlerhood is a critical period for the development of feeding difficulties, which can have negative impacts on young children. These effects not only affect their health but also influence their daily activities and overall growth and development. The consequences of feeding difficulties can include weight loss, potentially leading to malnutrition and stunting. The objective of this community service initiative was to enhance the knowledge and skills of cadres at integrated health posts (Posyandu) in Tuina massage as a strategy to improve the weight of toddlers. The method employed in this activity involved providing education and practical training in Tuina massage to health cadres within the working area of the Puring Community Health Center. The results of this community service project demonstrated significant differences between pre- and post-evaluation scores, in both knowledge and skill domains. Following the intervention, 90.5% of cadres exhibited good knowledge regarding Tuina massage, and 71.4% were able to competently perform the technique.