bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Kentsel Yayılmanın Kıyı Yerleşimlerin Çeperinde Yer Alan Kırsal Alanlara Etkisi (Kuşadasi İlçesi Caferli ve Kirazli Mahalleleri Örneği)
Authors: Karataş Neslihan , Ünverdi Levent
Published: December 2024

Kentlerin hızlı ve kontrolsüz büyümesinin sonucunda üretim ilişkileri değişime uğrarken, kırsal alanlar da bu değişimden payını almıştır. Kent yayılarak kırsal alan üzerindeki baskısını artırırken, kent ve kır arasındaki ikilemin mekânsal etkileri de daha belirgin hale gelmiştir. Bu açıdan bakıldığında kırsal alan kendine öz dokusu ile kentten farklı bir yapıya sahip olmasına rağmen, süreç içerisinde aldığı göç ile birlikte giderek kentleşerek benzer konuma gelmiştir. Artan yapılaşma baskısı, imar affı uygulamaları, Köylerin Tüzel Kişiliklerinin ortak mallarının kaldırılması, meralarının mülkiyetinin bağlandıkları belediyelere geçmesi ve satışı arsa el değiştirmelerini arttırmıştır. Bu el değiştirmeler kırsal alanın kimliğini etkilemiş ve kimi yerlerde belediyelerin yaptığı imar değişikliğiyle tarım alanları imara açılmıştır. 2019 yılında meydana gelen Covid-19 Pandemisi ile birlikte kentteki sosyal mesafe olgusunun zarar görmesi kırsal alanları çok daha değerli hale getirmiş ve bu kısıtlı alanlara olan talebi artırmıştır. Bireylerin kentten kaçıp kırsal nitelikli alanlarda yaşama isteği giderek artarken, kırsal alanların tarımsal niteliği değişmeye başlamış ve oluşan talep aynı zamanda kırsal alandaki arazi fiyatlarının da artmasına neden olmuştur. Bu çalışmada da, kırsal alanlarda oluşan bu saçaklanma baskısı sonucu oluşan talebe bağlı olarak artan rantı ve kırsal yerleşmelere olan etkileri parsel bazında el değiştirme süreçleri incelenerek ele alınmıştır.
A construção do estado de bem estar chinês: o caso da Lei de 2010
Authors: Maia Isis Paris , Papi Luciana Pazini , Pautasso Diego
Published: December 2024

O artigo analisa a influência da Lei de Seguro Social de 2010 que representa uma mudança qualitativa na proteção social na China e, com efeito, na construção de um Estado de Bem-Estar Social (EBS) moderno de orientação socialista. O acelerado desenvolvimento econômico do país pós-Reforma (1978) contribuiu, de um lado, com o avanço da mobilidade social e o fortalecimento das capacidades estatais e, de outro, com o crescimento das desigualdades, inclusive no acesso a bens e serviços públicos. Nesse sentido, argumentamos que a China tem buscado transitar de um sistema de seguridade social fragmentado e desigual para outro que busca maior coordenação nacional e universalidade. Metodologicamente, o estudo inclui revisão bibliográfica e análise dos dados relativos à proteção social, tais como seguro básico de saúde, seguro acidente de trabalho, seguro-maternidade e previdência. O principal achado é que a partir da Lei de 2010 surgiram novas legislações e correspondente ampliação da seguridade social.
Desenvolvimento regional na China no período de reforma e abertura
Authors: Girardi Kayuã
Published: December 2024

O artigo tem como objetivo geral desvendar o desenvolvimento regional chinês no período de reforma e abertura, tendo o governo central um papel crucial na condução das políticas de desenvolvimento regional. Para o alcance do objetivo geral procurou-se realizar um levantamento de dados secundários, provenientes de fontes bibliográficas, artigos técnico-científicos e censos econômicos, tomando como recorte histórico geográfico a China do final do século XX e início do século XXI. A abertura econômica que ocorreu na década de setenta promoveu diferentes processos de desenvolvimento regional. Neste contexto, o país passou por diferentes processos de desenvolvimento desigual ao desenvolvimento regional coordenado. Houve esforços para a redução de disparidades regionais, integração regional e promoção do crescimento equilibrado, principalmente no desenvolvimento do grande oeste. Na virada do século XX para o XXI se alcançou um equilíbrio maior através de políticas para o ordenamento do território e do planejamento urbano-regional, se somando à regulamentação do mercado de trabalho. Houve um aumento dos salários da classe trabalhadora junto de um impacto significativo na redução das desigualdades regionais em todo país.
Estratégia geoeconômica chinesa na cadeia global de valor do café
Authors: Sampaio Fernando dos Santos , Casaril Carlos Cassemiro
Published: December 2024

O objetivo deste artigo é analisar as estratégias geoeconômicas da China na cadeia global de valor do café, destacando o desenvolvimento chinês, as diferenças na produção global, e as estratégias para integração na cadeia de valor. Analisou-se o impacto das cafeterias da terceira onda no mercado chinês. Utilizou-se uma abordagem quantitativa e qualitativa, com revisão bibliográfica, dados da FAO, Statista e relatórios setoriais. Destacando nos resultados que o desenvolvimento chinês, através da combinação de controle estatal e mercado, tem impulsionado crescimento econômico e bem-estar social. A China se tornou um ator global relevante no setor do café ao modernizar a produção e atrair investimentos, evidenciando uma estratégia eficaz de integração global e desenvolvimento nacional.
A tradição e a modernidade: a influência da cultura chinesa na diplomacia e nas relações Brasil-China
Authors: Valdetaro Gabriel Nascimento Damianik , Cambuhy Melissa , Zhang Changnian
Published: December 2024

O objetivo do presente trabalho consiste em analisar como a cultura tradicional chinesa molda a diplomacia do país, com foco nas relações sino-brasileiras. A China, com sua rica história e filosofia, combina tradições milenares com a ideologia marxista para construir uma diplomacia única. Conceitos como harmonia, respeito e cooperação, presentes em filosofias como o confucionismo e o taoísmo, são fundamentais para a diplomacia chinesa. A parceria entre Brasil e China, marcada pela cooperação em diversas áreas, é um exemplo de como a diplomacia cultural chinesa funciona na prática. A China busca fortalecer os laços com o Sul Global, onde o Brasil desempenha um papel crucial. A diplomacia cultural chinesa, através de intercâmbios e iniciativas conjuntas, promove o entendimento mútuo e a construção de um futuro mais próspero para ambos os países. Por conseguinte, a cultura chinesa é um elemento fundamental na diplomacia do país, influenciando suas relações internacionais. A parceria entre Brasil e China é um exemplo emblemático dessa abordagem, mostrando o potencial da diplomacia cultural para promover a paz e a prosperidade comum.
Desafios para o partido comunista chinês e as possibilidades de cooperação Brasil- China
Authors: Maia Isis Paris , Pautasso Diego , Von Dentz Eduardo , Lamoso Lisandra Pereira
Published: December 2024

Este ano, Brasil e China comemoram 50 anos de relações diplomáticas. Para refletir sobre essa parceria ,que tem se tornado mais complexa e estratégica, o presente dossiê entrevistou intelectuais  brasileiros e chineses. São personalidades reconhecidas e influentes em suas instituições e áreas de atuação que nos deram a honra de compartilhar um pouco de suas impressões.
Assessment of the journal bearing health status in a drum mill used as a part of arctic complex mining equipment
Authors: Korogodin A.S. , Ivanov S.L.
Published: December 2024

The paper presents the materials for maintenance of the specified availability level of the mining disintegration equipment operated as a part of a floating mining complex used within the framework of an innovative geotechnology for the development of the Pavlovskoye deposit on the Yuzhny Island of Novaya Zemlya archipelago. The approach to manage maintenance and repair of the drum mills of the floating complex is based on the combined hierarchical system dependent on assessing the risk level of possible failures according to the adapted Fine and Kinney method with forecasting of the residual life of the journal bearing through estimating their thermal fields according to the Shewhart individuals control charts in the course of real-time monitoring. This approach allows predicting the preventive maintenance periods for the drum mill bearings immediately when the mining equipment is standing still with the use of attachable machine modules
Ecological and technological aspects of coal production for consumers in the Arctic regions of the Sakha Republic (Yakutia)
Authors: Fedorov V.I.
Published: December 2024

Integrated development of the Russian Arctic regions constitutes a very complex long-term strategy aimed not only at exploring and developing new territories and mining useful minerals, but also at preserving the unique natural environment and improving the resource-saving technologies adapted to extreme climatic conditions. Production and use of coal for heat energy generation cause significant damage to the environment and represent one of the most dangerous human activities. For this reason, there is a need to assess the impact of the coal supply chain on the growth of the localized pollution zones in the natural ecosystems of the Arctic. Coal produced in the harsh conditions of the Far North loses its original quality, especially due to its transshipment, storage, and long-term transportation. The original particle size distribution primarily changes, significantly increasing the share of fine coal. An analysis of the coal supply chain to consumers in the Arctic regions of the Sakha Republic (Yakutia) revealed that using low-grade coals with a high content of fines results in significant emissions of harmful solid substances. By studying satellite images and calculating the natural loss of coal, an assessment of the pollution zones was made, based on which a comprehensive set of measures was developed to reduce the causes of pollution with coal dust and combustion by-products in the Arctic territories of the Republic.
Justification of the possibility to involve productive fractions of the off-grade polycomponent ores in processing
Authors: Cheban A.Yu.
Published: December 2024

During open-pit mining, large volumes of off grade ores are delivered to the surface and dumped along with various grades of commercial ores. These ores may generally contain a significant amount of the useful metal, but their average grade does not allow for profitable processing of this mineral raw material, even with the use of heap leaching. At the same time, being blasted many ores produce ore fines that contain significant amounts of useful components. The conducted experimental studies of oxidized off-grade polycomponent ore from one of the copper-porphyry deposits showed an increased content of copper in the –15 mm size class, as well as gold and copper in the –2.5 mm size class. The article proposes a process flow diagram that involves separation of productive small and fine fractions from the off-grade ore by means of dry and wet screening, which are sent for separate processing using heap and cuvette leaching, respectively. Staged cuvette leaching of the productive fine fraction will ensure a relatively high extraction of metals into the productive solution in comparison with heap leaching. Implementation of the technology will significantly reduce the amount of metal lost with the off-grade ores.
Influence of the CFD model parameters on the spatial distribution of pollutants inside the open pit space, using the example of the ANSYS Fluent software package
Authors: Nazarchuk O.V.
Published: December 2024

The relevance of the research is due to the increased interest of specialists in the field of open pit aerology in the use of modern software systems for calculating the aerological parameters of the atmosphere in deep open pits. Experts raise questions about the extent to which the air flows at the bottom of the open pit are reduced, how atmospheric air circulates inside the open pit space, and what parameters of the pollution source can be used to monitor the distribution of harmful substances in the open pit space. The paper presents the results of analyzing numerical experiments on modeling the process of polluting from the stationary pollution sources and the atmospheric air circulation depending on the height of obstacles located on the upper side of the open pit. The modeling was carried out using a three-dimensional computational fluid dynamics (CFD) model of the atmosphere at the Zhelezny open pit mine of Kovdorsky GOK JSC developed in the ANSYS Fluent software package with variations in the territory adjacent to the open pit. The set of equations used to describe the aerodynamics of the open pit atmosphere is classical for solving problems of this kind.
Development of a software package for systematization and analysis of research results of iron ore preparation characteristics: goals, objectives, first data
Authors: Shibaeva D.N. , Asanovich D.A. , Malodushev K.A. , Shamshura D.A.
Published: December 2024

The paper presents the results of software development aimed to systematize the findings of laboratory and integrated tests of iron ore preparation characteristics using dry magnetic separation and their analysis. Systematization of the findings is based on characteristics of the studied raw materials, i.e. grain-size analysis, chemical, mineralogical and petrographic composition, with reference to the enterprises exploiting the reserves (with account of their industrial types), as well as parameters determining the modes and conditions of dry magnetic separation and technological indicators characterizing its efficiency. The material presented in this paper describes the software project and one of its modules, i.e. ‘Data Generation’, which provides the possibility of downloading, preprocessing and systematization of the test results. The first initial data for the developed software included the laboratory and integrated tests results on the preparation characteristics of the iron ore from the deposits of the Olenegorsk ore field, including the Olenegorskoye, Komsomolskoye, 15 years of October, Kirovogorskoye, Pechegubskoye, for which the efficiency of dry magnetic separation is confirmed.
‘Bombed back to the prewar period’
Authors: Ben David Noa
Published: December 2024

This study analyses Jewish reactions to anti-Zionism in Norway, from the 1967 Six-Day War to the 1982 Israel–Lebanon War, focusing on the shifting political climate towards Israel. Using archival records, press materials and interviews with Jewish community activists, it explores how they defined and countered antisemitism in relation to Israel’s legitimacy. Applying Stuart Hall’s representations theory, and Benedict Anderson’s imagined communities, the study shows how solidarity with Israel marked an additional sense of belonging, giving its defenders agency and something to fight for. As Norwegians, activists asserted inclusion in the national community by opposing antisemitism and defending democratic values. As Zionists, they subscribed to a group that was being attacked and needed defending. The study finds that methods used to combat anti-Zionism resembled those employed against antisemitism. Yet attempts to discredit anti-Zionism failed, furthering the confusion on the boundaries of antisemitism.
Tapani Harviainen (1944–2024)
Authors: Tuori Riikka , Muir Simo
Published: December 2024

An obituary for Tapani Harviainen (1944–2024).
Analysis of
power aggregation operators through circular intuitionistic fuzzy information
and their applications in machine learning analysis
Authors: Rukhsar Maleha , Ullah Kifayat , Ali Zeeshan , Hussain Abrar
Published: December 2024

Machine learning language is very valuable for depicting different problems, especially computer language, data mining, data sciences, and machine language. The circular intuitionistic fuzzy set (C-IFS) is a flexible approach to fuzzy sets and intuitionistic fuzzy sets. Keep in mind the flexibility of C-IFS, decision-maker used C-IFS to cope with incomplete and redundant human opinions accurately. Furthermore, power operators are used for depicting or aggregating the collection of data into a singleton set. In this manuscript, we explore the power operators for circular intuitionistic fuzzy (C-IF) information, such as C-IF power weighted averaging (C-IFPWA) operator, C-IF power weighted ordered averaging (C-IFPWOA) operator, C-IF power weighted geometric (C-IFPWG) operator, and C-IF power weighted ordered geometric (C-IFPWOG) operator. Some properties of the above information are also stated. Additionally, we evaluate the procedure of the multi-attribute decision-making (MADM) technique for resolving the utilization of the most suitable part of machine learning in complicated scenarios. Finally, we illustrate some numerical examples for addressing the comparison between proposed techniques and existing methods to show the effectiveness and reliability of the presented operators.
A fuzzy chance-constrained programming model for mathematical modeling-based metaheuristic algorithms in the design of green loop supply chain networks for power plants
Authors: Ghasemi Javad Mohammad , Najafi Seyyed Esmaeil , Fallah Mohammad , Nabatchian Mohammad Reza
Published: December 2024

This study introduces a multi-cycle supply chain design model, encompassing crucial executive decisions confronting supply chain management firms. These decisions encompass facility location, the flow of raw material procurement, and investments in diversifying activities within the power plant's supply chain design. A fuzzy chance-constrained programming approach is employed to deal with the uncertainties associated demand and cost, and a service level indicator is incorporated into the performance metric. The model's validation is conducted on a larger scale, employing two metaheuristic algorithms, MOPSO and NSGAII. The results revealed that the MOPSO algorithm exhibited faster computational efficiency than NSGAII and demonstrated superior performance in the first and second objective functions. However, analytical parameters such as NPF, MSI, and SM favored the NSGAII algorithm over MOPSO. This study presents a comprehensive multi-cycle supply chain design model addressing key management decisions, dealing with demand and cost uncertainty, and evaluating performance using a service level indicator. The study's findings underscore the efficiency of the MOPSO algorithm in computational speed but highlight NSGAII's advantages in terms of certain analytical parameters. These insights contribute to enhancing supply chain management strategies in diverse scenarios.
A novel vehicle routing algorithm for route optimization using best-worst method and ranking alternatives for similarity to ideal solution
Authors: Bouraima Mouhamed , Badi Ibrahim , Stević Željko , Kiptum Clement Kiprotich , Pamucar Dragan , Marinkovic Dragan
Published: December 2024

The Vehicle Routing Problem (VRP) is important in supply chain management as it optimizes goods and services delivery to customers, resulting in improved organizational productivity. This study introduces an innovative hybrid methodology integrating the Multi-Criteria Decision Making (MCDM) approach with Clarke and Wright’s savings algorithm to tackle the capacitated vehicle routing problem. In addition to the conventional aim of optimizing truck routes, this strategy considers customer satisfaction. The initial step involves clustering all customers through the utilization of Clarke and Wright’s savings algorithm, which efficiently organizes customers into groups based on their geographical closeness. Following this, the hybrid Best-Worst Method (BWM) and Ranking Alternatives For Similarity to Ideal Solution (RAFSI) method are utilized to allocate the best routes and establish customer prioritization. The major objective of this study is to reduce overall transportation expenses while ensuring compliance with vehicle capacity limitations, aiming to improve customer satisfaction. The proposed approach seeks to balance cost-efficiency and customer-centricity in vehicle routing by including customer prioritizing and Clarke and Wright’s savings algorithm. The effectiveness and practical application of the proposed methodology are demonstrated through a case in the food industry. The obtained results using the proposed methodology give a more precise platform for decision-making and highlight its relevance for enhancing supply chain performance and addressing the intricate challenges associated with the capacitated vehicle routing problem. The hybrid technique presented in this study provides a comprehensive framework for effectively tackling the intricate challenges associated with the capacitated vehicle routing problem.
Evaluating motor choices for a smart wheelchair prototype using an integrated TODIM-CoCoSo approach with MEREC weighting
Authors: Dhal Prasant Ranjan , Choudhury Bibhuti Bhusan , Sahoo Sushil Kumar
Published: December 2024

This study aims to advance the decision-making process for assessing the optimal motor for a smart wheelchair prototype through the application of a hybrid Multi-Criteria Decision-Making (MCDM) method. By integrating the TODIM (Tomada de Decisao Interativa Multicriterio), CoCoSo (Combined Compromise Solution), and MEREC (Method based on the Removal Effects of Criteria) methodologies, the research aims to enhance the precision and reliability of evaluations. These methods are designed to manage complex decision-making, considering 10 critical parameters such as MRP, Weight, Noise level, Power, Torque, Speed, Energy efficient, Size and Integration, control and responsiveness, Durability and Reliability, and 9 potential motors for their suitability in smart wheelchair design. While the TODIM and CoCoSo approaches independently compute the performance rating to generate ranking of selected motors, the MEREC weighting methodology assesses the influence of criteria as sourced from online B2B market data and expert recommendations. The M-9 version is the greatest choice for developing smart wheelchairs. The purpose of the sensitivity evaluation was to collect pertinent data for the purpose of streamlining the decision-making process related to motor purchases. It also provides practical insights into motor selection for smart wheelchair prototypes, with potential applications in healthcare and assistive technology design.
CULTURAL ASPECTS OF HOUSEHOLDS SAVING BEHAVIOR
Authors: Shkvarchuk Lyudmyla , Slav’yuk Rostyslav
Published: December 2024

The study examines the impact of national cultural characteristics on household saving behavior in ten OECD countries from 1995 to 2022. By analyzing the structure of savings instruments, the authors show that national culture affects the preference for s
NEXT-GENERATION HIGHER EDUCATION PEDAGOGY: MAIN TRENDS
Authors: Cherepiekhina Olha , Bulanov Valerii
Published: December 2024

This article examines the transformative impact of next-generation pedagogical principles on higher education, emphasizing the necessity for educational systems to evolve in response to technological advancements and societal changes. It highlights the r
Shedding Light into the Confusing History of Pelodiscus axenaria (Zhou, Zhang et Fang, 1991), Clarifying and Correcting Its Taxonomic Position within the P. axenaria Complex with the Description of Yet Another Pelodiscus Species
Authors: Liu Jia-Yu , Fu Wen , Ma Yi-Han , Zhou Ting , Blanck Torsten , Zhou Gong-Jian , Xiao Ya-Mei , Mo Xiao-Yang
Published: December 2024

The softshell turtle genus Pelodiscus has a long and complex taxonomic history. It was long believed that no specimens of the original description of Pelodiscus axenaria exist and as such, a detailed description and molecular phylogenetic analysis of P. axenaria from its type specimen locality Taoyuan, Hunan, China, were not possible. Recent studies revealed that P. axenaria belongs to a species complex comprising at least four morphologically challenging but genetically divergent lineages. In this study, we redescribe the original type specimen series (4 males and 6 females) of P. axenaria from Yuanjiang area of Taoyuan based on morphological and molecular evidence. Our molecular phylogenetic analysis provided evidence that Pelodiscus shipian and Pelodiscus jiangxiensis clearly cluster within our P. axenaria clade and as such should be regarded as junior synonyms of Pelodiscus axenaria. The specimens that Gong et al. (2022) regarded as P. axenaria in their studies, clearly represent a new and herein newly described species. The proposed neotype of P. axenaria by Gong et al. (2022), which represents this new species, is designated as the holotype of this new species, Pelodiscus huike sp. nov.
Industrial Distraction
Authors: O'Connor Cailin
Published: December 2024

There are myriad techniques industry actors use to shape the public understanding of science. While a naive view might assume these techniques typically involve fraud or outright deception, the truth is more nuanced. This paper analyzes industrial distraction, a common technique where industry actors fund and share research that is accurate, often high quality, but nonetheless misleading on important matters of fact. This involves reshaping causal understanding of phenomena with distracting information. Using case studies and causal models, we illustrate how this impacts belief and decision making even for rational learners, informing science policy and debates about misleading content.
A Theoretical Exploration of Hyperconcepts: Hyperfunctions, Hyperrandomness, Hyperdecision-Making, and Beyond (Including a Survey of Hyperstructures)
Authors: Fujita Takaaki
Published: December 2024

This paper delves into the concepts of Hyperfunctions and n -Superhyperfunctions, extending classical set functions into higher-order frameworks. By generalizing properties such as randomness, monotonicity, recursion, and symmetry, it explores their mathematical foundations and potential applications across various disciplines. Additionally, the paper investigates future directions, including Weak Hyperstructures, Weak Hypergraphs, Hypercontexts, Hypervariables, Powerset Convolutions, Hypermatrices, Hyperfields, Hyperlattices, Cognitive Hypermaps, Hyperdecision-making, and more. It evaluates the feasibility of extending these concepts into the domain of SuperHyperStructures. Although primarily theoretical, this study lays a robust foundation for future research, showcasing the versatility of Hyperstructures in addressing complex, multi-layered challenges.
Emotion Regulation and Profiles of Parental Academic Involvement: A Longitudinal Person-Centered Study of Parenting Dynamics and Their Impact on Children and Parents
Authors: Teuber Ziwen , Dicke Theresa , Guo Jiesi , Samuel Robin , Roth Guy , Jordan Gesine , Chen Bin-Bin , Botes Elouise , Vitali Nora , Greiff Samuel
Published: December 2024

This study aimed to investigate the quality, underlying emotional processes, and impacts of parental academic involvement on children and parents from an organismic perspective using latent profile and transition analyses with 1,059 U.S. parents (52% mothers) of 6th–9th graders across two waves. Five parental involvement profiles were identified based on four dimensions (autonomy support, psychological control, structure, and warmth): Need-Supportive (~ 8%), Controlling (~ 27%), Autonomy-Supportive Warm (~ 10%), Mixed (~ 35%), and Low Involved (~ 20%). The Controlling profile showed high stability (86%), while the Need-Supportive profile demonstrated the highest dynamics (54%). Parental integrative emotion regulation predicted the highest probability of the Need-Supportive profile, while emotional dysregulation predicted the highest probability of the Controlling profile. Findings revealed no differences in children’s school performance across profiles, but the Need-Supportive profile was the most adaptive, fostering self-determination in parenting. The study has implications for improving involvement quality and supporting parents.
Silence in the Classroom: The 2024 FIRE Faculty Survey Report
Authors: Honeycutt Nathan
Published: December 2024

This report explores insights from a national survey of 6,269 tenured, tenure-track, and non-tenure track faculty across 55 four-year colleges and universities in the United States, conducted by the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression (FIRE). As the largest survey of faculty ever conducted on this topic, the data reveal faculty attitudes and experiences concerning free expression and academic freedom. While many faculty remain confident in higher education, and few report explicit threats or experiences of discipline for speech, the broader climate reflects that of rampant self-censorship, worry, and fear, particularly among faculty in the political minority. A discussion of these findings follow. The PDF version of the report is accompanied by school-specific results for each of the 55 colleges and universities surveyed.
Public communication alters private confidence
Authors: Andreassen Einar , Frith Chris D. , Yon Daniel
Published: December 2024

We use our private feelings of confidence to coordinate our public, social lives. For example, when making joint decisions we can share our uncertainty honestly to reach an accurate consensus, or exaggerate our confidence to exaggerate our influence on the group. Some theories in cognitive neuroscience suggest that we can strategically distort the confidence we express to others while leaving our private feelings unchanged. But other theories suppose that our interactions with others may be a key source of beliefs about uncertainty in our own minds. If the latter is true, communicating about confidence with others could alter introspection on ourselves. We tested this idea in a novel decision-making task, where participants made perceptual choices and gave confidence ratings alone, together with a partner and then alone again. Across studies, participants showed ‘confidence matching’, with the confidence they expressed gravitating towards the confidence of their partners. Most importantly, these shifts in reported confidence persisted even after the interaction terminated, and participants made decisions alone again. These effects can be captured by a new predictive learning model, which assumes that agents use the confidence expressed by themselves and others to predict the confidence they ought to feel. These results reveal how the dynamics of social interaction can shape our sense of confidence and point to a mechanism that explains how communication with others can change our private states of mind.
Lifetime familiarity and episodic familiarity: The role of anterior medial temporal lobe cortices in aging
Authors: Servais Anaïs , Frick Aurélien , Meyer François , Bastin Christine , Delhaye Emma
Published: December 2024

The perirhinal (PrC) and anterolateral entorhinal cortex (alErC) are among the first brain regions affected by Alzheimer’s Disease (AD). Yet, their precise cognitive role remains unclear. Recent models propose that these regions support episodic familiarity and lifetime familiarity in tasks requiring fine conceptual discrimination. Evidence in aging and AD is however lacking. We assessed episodic (Task 1) and lifetime familiarity judgments (Task 2) using materials with varying levels of conceptual overlap and lifetime familiarity for targets and lures (Task 3) in normal and pathological aging. Fifty-eight older adults (aged 55+), including healthy individuals and patients with Mild Cognitive Impairment or Subjective Cognitive Decline, completed familiarity tasks. PrC and alErC volumes were measured via high-resolution MRI and correlated with tasks performance. The PrC and alErC volumes were linked with both episodic and lifetime familiarity, but only when fine conceptual discrimination was needed. Exploratory cluster analysis identified three subgroups: one composed of healthy individuals, another including majoritarily patients with memory impairment, and a third, more heterogeneous group, potentially representing early cognitive decline. The latter group relied on familiarity to compensate for impaired recollection but committed more false alarms and showed reduced accuracy as conceptual overlap increased. The results support the role of the PrC/alErC in mediating familiarity for fine representations. We also discuss how combining tasks that assess different aspects of familiarity could help identify early cognitive decline and suggest that this approach should be tested in patients with amyloid biomarkers of AD.
Linking the multiple-demand cognitive control system to human electrophysiological activity
Authors: Lu Runhao
Published: December 2024

The multiple-demand (MD) network serves as a core system for domain-general cognitive control, with robust activation with increased demand across diverse tasks. While fMRI studies have characterised the MD network’s role in cognitive demand, linking these findings to electrophysiological activity remains a critical challenge. This article discusses the potential of oscillatory and aperiodic neural activity to bridge this gap. Although recent meta-analyses highlight mid-frontal theta power as a robust marker of task demand, its localised spatial distribution, limited cross-task generalisability, and potential confounds from aperiodic components limit its ability to fully represent the MD network. In contrast, aperiodic activity, particularly broadband power, has emerged as a strong candidate for indexing task demand due to its robust decoding performance and cross-task generalisability in response to diverse task demands, and spatial overlap with MD regions. Aperiodic activity may reflect fundamental neural properties, such as spiking rates and excitation/inhibition (E/I) balance, and is scale-free and exists across modalities, positioning it as a promising mechanism underpinning domain-general cognitive control that links to the MD network. Meanwhile, multiplexed low-frequency oscillations (e.g., delta and theta) may implement inter-regional synchronisation within the MD network, enabling large-scale coordination between MD subregions that supports cognitive control. Together, this article proposes a hypothetical framework linking the MD network to electrophysiological responses: Aperiodic broadband power, potentially reflecting population-level spiking activity, may support activation within MD regions, while multiplexed low-frequency oscillatory synchronisations may mediate inter-regional connectivity between MD regions.
Supporting oral language and participation with talk moves: A case study on classroom implementation
Authors: Pham Theresa , Archibald Lisa M.D.
Published: December 2024

Language-rich classroom talk would offer opportune moments for student’s oral language and learning development. But, getting students to talk can be challenging. One way to promote classroom discussions is by using talk moves. Talk moves are conversation tools that educators and students can use to help students share ideas, listen carefully, reason deeply, and think with peers. The goal of the current study was to evaluate whether a Talk Moves intervention that was implemented in a special education primary classroom was associated with children’s oral language and participation skills. We found that the teacher and students used more talk moves over the course of the intervention, which coincided with the students talking more. Students also felt more comfortable and confident talking and participating in class after the intervention. Importantly, there were improvements on students’ use of academic vocabulary and language test scores. No changes were found on students’ sentence length and complexity, nor reading scores. Overall, results indicate that teachers could implement talk moves in their classroom to support all students’ engagement in academic conversations.
Cardioprotective and anti-atherosclerotic effects of Rhamnus prinoides extracts in animal models
Authors: Mburu Stephen Ngigi , Ngugi Mathew Piero , Mwonjoria John K.
Published: December 2024

Rhamnus prinoides (R. prinoides) are small trees or shrubs which are rigid and branched. Its barks and roots are used for treatment of various ailments and diverse diseases. It is commonly distributed in rift valley and central provinces of Kenya. A little is known about its safety and antihyperlipidemic effects in management of atherosclerosis. 10% DMSO and normal saline was used to reconstitute the R. prinoides extracts because of its stability and reliable solvent for extraction in organic and inorganic application. Mature Albino Wistar rats three months old were fed with HCHF diet (10% egg York (5.6g/bw),10% lard (5.6g/bw),0.2% cholic acid (0.112g/bw) and 0.59% propylthiouracil (0.28g/bw), for 28 days. Onset of 28th day, the rats were euthanized and bioassays done. Both body weights and organ weights were recorded. For cardiotonic studies, 5 New Zealand male rabbits were used. They were injected with 1000 units of heparin to avoid clot formation. Chest was opened through cardiac thoracotomy and heart placed in a dish containing Tyrode solution. Langerdorff method was used using a kymograph in the study of ionotropic and chronotropic effects. In toxicity studies, male mice of age 6-7 weeks were given oral doses of plant extract inclusive of the control for 28 days of the experiment. On 29th day of the experiment, animals were sacrificed through cardiac puncture and the blood sample collected was used for hematological and biochemical assays. Mice were ruminated with rodent pellets and water without cease. OECD 407 precepts were followed when conducting toxicity studies. One way ANOVA was used in data analysis. This was followed by Tukey as post hoc and statistical significance at p<0.05. Extracts of R. prinoides showed presence of saponins, alkaloids, glycosides, terpenoids, steroids and phenolics. R. prinoides plant extracts exhibited positive ionotropic and negative chronotropic effects. Significance reduction on low density lipoproteins and total cholesterol was exhibited by R. prinoides plant extracts, following a high cholesterol high fat diet.
Mitigating brilliant green dye phytotoxicity through bioiron nanoparticles: Enhancing plant safety and defense
Authors: Chauhan Shivani , Sharma Himani , Thakur Kiran , Ghabru Arti , Thakur Disha , Thakur Abhishek , Poonam
Published: December 2024

Nanoparticles due to non-toxicity, bioavailability and efficiency are popular in agriculture. Iron being one of most important micronutrients is essential for growth of plants and their development. In the present study bio prospecting of iron rich sites was carried for quantitative assessment of bioiron nanoparticles synthesizing activity and molecular characterization. The iron nanoparticle synthesized by Bacillus cereus strain MJS3.0 were analysed by UV-visible spectroscopy, FTIR, XRD, SEM and DLS techniques. Phytotoxicity studies of one of the most potent textile dye Brilliant green was studied by biosynthesized iron nanoparticles under in vitro and in vivo conditions as decolourization does not mean detoxification. Thus, twelve agriculturally important plant species were assessed in relative in vitro sensitivity experiments and 100% seed germination along with highest plumule and radical development was observed with iron nanoparticles treated 20 ppm brilliant green dye within 2 weeks of time. In vivo experiments conducted in triplicates determined 100% seed germination and increased shoot and root length, respectively. Thus, iron nanoparticles being environment friendly and cost effective not only leads to protection of human health and maintenance of ecological balance but also remediates contaminants from soil at faster rate and thus lead to plant protection.
Історичний розвиток інституту комунальної власності в Україні
Authors: Гаращук Ілона
Published: December 2024

Статтю присвячено дослідженню права комунальної власності, його еволюції та проблемам практичної трансформації в сучасних умовах. Визначено процес становлення від первинного створення інституту комунальної власності до оптимізації її структури та забезпечення ефективного використання в Україні.
Державницька теорія місцевого самоврядування в сучасній політико-правовій доктрині
Authors: Говоруха Любов
Published: December 2024

Стаття присвячена виокремленню основних підходів сучасних представників державницької теорії місцевого самоврядування щодо розуміння юридичної природи і місця даного інституту в політичній системі суспільства та механізмі публічної влади. Висвітлено погляди представників даної теорії на інституційні, функціонально-компетенційні, нормативно-правові та організаційні засади функціонування місцевого самоврядування та його взаємозв’язки з центральним урядом.
Проблеми імплементації європейських стандартів у сфері компетенції місцевого самоврядування в Україні
Authors: Бодрова Ірина
Published: December 2024

Стаття присвячена дослідженню інституту місцевого самоврядування в світлі міжнародних стандартів, закріплених в Європейській хартії місцевого самоврядування. Визначені основні ви‑ моги Хартії до регулювання відносин у сфері формування і здійснення компетенції муніципальних органів, її розмежування із компетенцією органів державної влади, а також європейські стандарти у сфері делегування повноважень. Проаналізовано відповідність українського законодавства цим вимогам, окреслені заходи правового характеру, необхідні для належної імплементації міжнародних стандартів.
The Law of Ukraine «Оn amendments to the economic procedural code of Ukraine, the civil procedure code of Ukraine, the code оf administrative procedure of Ukraine on improving the procedure of litigation»: overview
Authors: Костенко Інеса
Published: December 2024

This article is devoted to the analysis of the Law of Ukraine «On Amendments to the Economic Procedural Code of Ukraine, the Civil Procedure Code of Ukraine, the Code of Administrative Procedure of Ukraine on Improving the Procedure of Litigation». During the work, the most important legal issues of this normative act were explored. We have analyzed the issues concerning administrative proceedings concerning such questions as the jurisdiction of the administrative courts in the article.
Теоретико-правові та прикладні аспекти принципів тлумачення Європейської конвенції про захист прав людини і основоположних свобод
Authors: Рагуліна Ксенія
Published: December 2024

У статті в загальнотеоретичному аспекті проаналізовані взаємозалежні принципи та особливості тлумачення міжнародних норм Європейської Конвенції про захист прав людини і основоположних свобод 1950 р., які зумовлюють інтерпретацію і «управляють» цим процесом. Досліджується їхнє застосування на прикладі практики Європейського суду з прав людини. Наголошується на важливості використання цих принципів задля комплексного захисту прав людини та унеможливлення їхнього вузького трактування.
Питання конституційності законодавства про застосування «зеленого» тарифу
Authors: Зозуля Олександр
Published: December 2024

Виконано аналіз конституційності законодавства про застосування в Україні «зеленого» тарифу на електричну енергію, вироблену з альтернативних джерел енергії, у тому числі охарактеризовано викладені у конституційному поданні від 17.07.2020 р. №3/332(20) доводи щодо його неконституційності. Обґрунтовано пріоритетні напрями удосконалення конституційно-правових засад застосування «зеленого» тарифу в Україні.
Теоретико-правові аспекти розвитку електронної держави та електронного урядування
Authors: Мукомела Ірина
Published: December 2024

Стаття присвячена правовому аналізу поняття «електронна держава», її завдань, специфіки та складових елементів. Розкривається зміст електронного урядування та його взаємозв’язок із електронною державою. Зосереджено увагу на дослідженні сучасної практики розбудови електронної держави та розвитку електронного урядування в Україні.
Основнi зобов’язання держав щодо захисту i просування прав людини в цифровому просторi
Authors: Попрошаєва Олена
Published: December 2024

У статті розглянуто основні зобов’язання держав щодо захисту і просування прав людини в цифровому просторі, закріплені в міжнародно-правових актах з прав людини та національному законодавстві окремих країн. Розкрито базові права людини в цифровому просторі та питання, що виникають у ході їх реалізації. Наведено конкретні приклади дій держав щодо захисту або порушення прав людини в мережі Інтернет.
До питання про розуміння спадкового правовідношення як правової форми
Authors: Печений Олег
Published: December 2024

У роботі представлена сучасна проблематика спадкових правовідносин. Висвітлені теоретичні питання спадкових правовідносин як правової форми спадкування. Автор акцентував увагу на особливостях цього різновиду правовідносин, які дозволяють визначити їх юридичну природу, зміст, специфіку.
Правове регулювання дослідницьких інфраструктур в Україні в умовах цифровізації
Authors: Головащенко Ольга
Published: December 2024

У статті проведено аналіз правового регулювання дослідницьких інфраструктур в Україні. Розглянуто нормативно-правові акти, що стосуються сфери регулювання дослідницьких інфраструктур. Акцентується на важливому завданні сучасної держави – створенні умов для розвитку дослідницьких інфраструктур, що потребує оновлення відповідної нормативно-правової бази.
Правові засади оскарження рішень Національного агентства із забезпечення якості вищої освіти
Authors: Бєлікова Марина , Гаращук Володимир , Федчишин Сергій
Published: December 2024

Стаття присвячена дослідженню правових засад оскарження рішень Національного агентства із забезпечення якості освіти. Встановлено, що наразі правові основи інституту оскарження рішень Національного агентства із забезпечення якості вищої освіти закріплені в положеннях Конституції України, Закону України «Про вищу освіту» та Порядку оскарження рішення Національного агентства із забезпечення якості вищої освіти. Наголошено, що у зв’язку із прийняттям та набранням законної сили в 2023 році Закону України «Про адміністративну процедуру» система правового регулювання процедури оскарження рішень Національного агентства із забезпечення якості вищої освіти має бути переглянута.
Соціальна сутність держави капіталістичного типу: загальнотеоретичний аналіз на основі постулатів щодо трансформації капіталізму
Authors: Жук Наталія
Published: December 2024

Стаття присвячена дослідженню феномену соціальної сутності держави капіталістичного типу, як домінуючого на сьогодні у світі типу держави, яке здійснена на основі аналізу основних концептуальних постулатів (а саме – демократизації капіталу (дифузії власності), управлінської революції та революції в доходах) щодо можливості трансформації соціальної сутності акціонерного капіталізму та його політико-правової надбудови з вузько класових пріоритетів убік загально-соціального напрямку.
Місцеве самоврядування в умовах воєнного стану та відбудови України
Authors: Серьогіна Світлана
Published: December 2024

Стаття присвячена проблемам організації місцевого самоврядування в Україні у період воєнного стану та шляхів його відбудови у повоєнний час. Проаналізовано зміни правового статусу місцевих органів влади у зв’язку із запровадженням воєнного стану. Розглянуто співвідношення і моделі співпраці військових адміністрацій і органів місцевого самоврядування. Розкрито напрямки оптимізації інституту місцевого самоврядування у повоєнний період та шляхи відбудови місцевого рівня територіальної організації влади. Окреслено заходи щодо зміцнення демократичного управління та демократичної участі в системі місцевого самоврядування відповідно до Плану дій Ради Європи для України на 2023– 2026 роки «Стійкість, відновлення та відбудова».
Муніципально-правова політика України в умовах воєнного стану
Authors: Бодрова Ірина
Published: December 2024

Стаття присвячена аналізу розвитку муніципально-правової політики в Україні у 2022 році та першому півріччі 2023 року. Проаналізовані актуальні напрямки цього виду державної політики крізь призму правового режиму воєнного стану. Визначені окремі особливості та переваги цих напрямків.