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Information Basis to Assess Russian Technological Security: Problems and Solutions
Authors: Abdikeev N. M. , Narbut V. V.
Published: November 2024

In this study we continue the research on the main indicators of Russia’s technological security assessment. In previous study we identiﬁed and outlined the main vulnerabilities in the information base for assessing technological development. In this article we will consider the ways to address the problems identiﬁed earlier in order to improve the information base and minimise threats to technological security. The methodological basis of the study comprises the normative documents deﬁning the technological development of the Russian Federation, as well as the information base of its indicators. The authors analysed the main strategic documents to determine whether there is a methodological basis for calculating the indicators contained in them, the relevance of their target values and the consistency of planned values with the nature of their dynamics at the present time — to identify the possibility of achieving them. The authors assess the relationship between the level of depreciation of ﬁxed assets in the regions of Russia and the degree of reconstruction and modernization of ﬁxed assets. The article suggests directions of improvement of the information base of indicators, necessary for their improvement and updating.
Water for Whom? Unravelling the Allocation of Water Storage Capacity between Irrigation and Electricity Uses in Spain during the 20th Century
Authors: Bartolomé-Rodríguez María Isabel , Rubio-Varas Mar , Sesma-Martín Diego
Published: November 2024

This work explores the intricate dynamics of water management, energy generation, and irrigation in Spain by examining the evolving regulatory framework governing water resource allocation. It introduces a novel approach to quantify water usage and unpacks the ‘mixed uses’ category for the first time, focusing on entities holding water allocation concessions rather than mere dam ownership. Our f indings reveal the profound influence of private electricity companies on water resource management, despite the significant portion of state-owned dams. The results point to hydroelectric dominance in water allocation and underscore the complex interaction between public ownership and private management of electric companies. This research emphasises the need for nuanced policy considerations in the broader context of energy and agriculture while contributing to a richer understanding of Spain’s unique water governance landscape.
Políticas forestales coloniales en el Caribe británico, siglos XVII-XVIII: de la deforestación a las reservas convenientes
Authors: Valencia Suárez María Fernanda
Published: November 2024

Este artículo trata sobre las políticas forestales coloniales de Gran Bretaña en el Caribe en los siglos xvii y xviii. Da cuenta de la utilización de madera caribeña en Gran Bretaña y en sus colonias, mostrando que en este lapso la tala fue constante, pero hubo una evolución en las políticas del imperio para contener la deforestación. Presenta, como antecedente, la preocupación europea por la escasez de madera, la estrategia de importación desde el Báltico y Norteamérica y algunas normativas forestales emitidas en Inglaterra, subrayando el papel que jugaron los científicos y la Sociedad de Artes. Destaca las diferencias entre las disposiciones acuñadas para las primeras islas colonizadas, para las «islas cedidas» y para los asentamientos en las costas continentales, con el objetivo de mostrar que las políticas forestales emitidas para el Caribe británico fueron expedidas a «conveniencia», acatadas priorizando la productividad y la ganancia y de acuerdo con la racionalidad del capitalismo basada en la extracción de materias primas de las colonias para el aprovisionamiento de las metrópolis. Este tipo de capitalismo fue inaugurado entonces, pero aún está vigente.
EVOLUTION OF TRADE AND INVESTMENT TIES BETWEEN THE PRC AND THE EAEU IN THE CONTEXT OF THE BELT AND ROAD INITIATIVE PROJECTS IMPLEMENTATION
Authors:   Plekhanov Russian University of Economics, Moscow, Potapov Daniil A.
Published: November 2024

The article concerns the specifics in the evolution of trade and investment ties between the EAEU and the PRC under the framework of the Belt and Road Initiative and implementation of its projects. It analyses rates of goods turnover between the EAEU and the PRC growth and goods structure and estimates the construction and transport services trade and the role of the PRC as FDI provider for the EAEU. The article also highlights the key features in the evolution of trade and investment ties, concerning the implementation of the Belt and Road Initiative projects. The main features include: high rate of growth of trade in goods and in services, especially in construction and transport services; inflow of the Chinese investments in the EAEU economies; unevenness of such a growth, with the PRC outpacing it. The author underlines the necessity of advancing the cooperation mechanisms between the EAEU and the PRC for better synergy of BRI projects and EAEU development strategies.
DIGITALIZATION AS AN EFFECTIVE FACTOR IN THE MANAGEMENT OF ORGANIZATIONAL CULTURE
Authors:   Kazan State Institute of Culture, Borisova Nina V.
Published: November 2024

The alignment of the organization values with the employees values contributes to achieving the strategic goals of the organization. In order to strengthen the competitive advantages and increase the motivation of the organization’s employees, it is necessary to constantly improve the organizational culture of personnel management. The article considers the concept of organizational culture in an organization from the positions of different authors, studies indicators for evaluating organizational culture, factors affecting it, and in order to improve the organizational culture of personnel management in the context of digital transformation, it is important to use digital technologies in the personnel management system, which leads to the evolution of relations between the organization and personnel, as well as the openness of people’s lives. Digital technologies are changing management’s views on business processes and management decision-making. The level of organizational culture affects the competitiveness of an organization and its profitability. Improving the digital culture of an enterprise is impossible without a systematic approach, which determines the investments inflow into the human capital of the organization, namely in the development of skills, increasing the intellectual capabilities of staff, and professional development. So in that case, the systematic approach considers a human resource as an object that consists of several elements interacting with each other. Human capital is a source of financial resources, which, as a result of capitalization, brings additional income to itself and the organization. Employees of the organization receive only positive emotions from work, satisfaction and the opportunity to realize their goals and ambitions, openness, transparency in their daily work. Digitalization provides an opportunity for the development of each project participant in the organization in compliance with established rules and regulations In conclusion, the author summarizes the results and describes the issues that can be solved through the digitalization of the enterprise organizational culture.
The integration of AI technology and critical thinking in English major education in China: Opportunities, challenges, and future prospects
Authors: Hao Zhifeng , Fang Fan , Peng Jian-E
Published: November 2024

This paper addresses the call to integrate Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology and critical thinking in English major education in China. By examining the perspectives of university, college, and departmental leaders at Shantou University, this paper explores the integration of AI and critical thinking in English major education in China, focusing on opportunities, challenges, and future directions. Through a polylogue with institutional leaders at Shantou University, the paper provides insight into how AI tools can enhance personalized learning, improve academic outcomes, and better prepare students for the global workforce. However, the findings also highlight the ethical and pedagogical challenges of AI, such as the risk of exacerbating educational inequalities and compromising critical thinking. The paper advocates for an approach that balances AI proficiency with the development of independent thinking, ensuring that students are well equipped for the future.
Choosing the technique for reconstructing the history of the formation of salt tectonics structures in basin modeling problems
Authors: Bondarev A.V. , Bondareva L.I. , Osipov A.V.
Published: November 2024

Objective. To assess correctly the thermal history of oil and gas basins using a technique selected according to the results of examining the approaches to reconstructing the history of the formation of salt tectonics structures during basin modeling. Materials and methods. Using the case of a section of the Caspian syneclise, this study demonstrates how the interpretation of the growth rate of salt diapirs changes depending on the used technique. The plotting was done in tNavigator software using standard Geology Designer tools. Results. Four techniques for reconstructing the history of the formation of salt tectonics structures were analyzed; paleosections and graphs of the dependence of the thickness proportion coefficient on time were constructed. Conclusions. The delayed parabolic proportion technique for reconstructing paleothicknesses of salts is the most correct. It can be used at the stage of reconstructing the structural evolution of sedimentation of oil and gas basins complicated by salt tectonics.
The possibilities of field geophysical surveys for the diagnosis of horizontal wells with different types of completion
Authors: Kolesnikov M.V. , Panarina E.P. , Kremenetsky M.I. , Pakhomov E.S.
Published: November 2024

Background. Over the past decades, the design of production directional and horizontal wells has changed significantly. Currently, wells have a more complex trajectory, and their development control requires new approaches. Field geophysical surveys are an integral element of system control at any stage of the development of oil and gas fields. Objective. To systematize the experience of conducting field geophysical surveys in horizontal wells with different types of shanks. Materials and methods. Field geophysical surveys, which are included in both the standard and extended complexes, are designed to evaluate directly working sections of the studied geological objects, determine the inflow profile or intake capacity of production wells and establish the composition of the inflow with the allocation of the main phases. Results. The work shows the experience of conducting field geophysical surveys, and their informative possibilities depending on the type of horizontal completion of the well. The most informative research methods and technologies for studying an object with various layout variations are considered. The analysis of the influence of the complexities of the operation of low-permeability reservoirs and the choice of the optimal set of methods are carried out; recommendations on the optimal completion for horizontal wells are given. Conclusions. The obtained results will ensure the most cost-effective operation and the obtainment of more informative field geophysical survey results, which will allow to timely adjust well operation and conduct geological and technological measures.
Gestão do Capital Humano
Authors: Laranjeira Cristina , Sousa André Tadeu Brandão de , Santos Edson Mota dos , Pereira Fabiano Soares , Moreno Giliane Gomes , Gama Helen Oliveira Soares da , Queiroz Junior Hélio José de
Published: November 2024

Em mar revolto, diante de risco potencial, a expertise do comandante é fundamento técnico. É, no entanto, a capacidade de despertar o controle emocional e a lucidez que sustentam as escolhas e as ações precisas e tempestivas da tripulação e asseguram a serenidade dos passageiros.
Em ambiente corporativo, essa natureza de liderança irá determinar não apenas o sucesso da empresa, mas a continuidade do negócio.
Cristina Laranjeira, em seu livro - Gestão do Capital Humano na Prevenção da Psicopatia nas Organizações - expõe a vulnerabilidade das atuais ferramentas empregadas no recrutamento e seleção de profissionais, no que diz respeito à acurácia na identificação de indícios de transtorno de personalidade antissocial (TPAs).
A autora – de forma objetiva – analisa os efeitos danosos à saúde financeira da empresa e à saúde de seus colaboradores.
A discrepância entre a robustez do currículo de CEOs e sua fragilidade ou toxicidade emocional no comando de empresas e os efeitos em cadeia que essa natureza de gestão desencadeia.

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O fototátil - Fotografia em transformação
Authors: trindade mauro
Published: November 2024

O objetivo deste artigo é identificar e problematizar o significado háptico na fotografia contemporânea brasileira baseada na obra dos artistas Miguel Rio Branco, Bruno Veiga, Renato Velasco e Marcos Bonisson. Procura-se destacar as recentes transformações na produção e na compreensão da fotografia, e compreender a reconfiguração dos modos de representação, que inclui novas tecnologias de produção visual e transformação do próprio sujeito, cuja subjetividade agora é mediada por novas interfaces. Nesse sentido, entende-se que existem indícios de uma desestabilização da visão como sentido predominante e uma reconfiguração geral das formas de representação do corpo e do sujeito que está ligada ao novo destaque do tato, a forma mais intensa e primitiva da percepção humana.
ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING OF SILICON CARBIDE CERAMICS USED IN ARMOR SYSTEMS: A REVIEW
Authors: Silva Marllon Fraga , Volpato Neri , Fredel Marcio Celso , Lima Eduardo de Sousa
Published: November 2024

Additive manufacturing has proven to be a revolutionary technique in various industry sectors, where geometric freedom allows for innovation and design optimization, leading to the construction of lig
Ortaöğretim Öğrencilerinin Teknoloji Bağımlılık Düzeyleri ile Serbest Zaman Yönetimi Arasındaki İlişkinin İncelenmesi-Sinop İli Örneği
Authors: Bayra Engin , Bozkurt Ayşenur
Published: November 2024

Bu araştırma ile ortaöğretim öğrencilerinin teknoloji bağımlılık düzeyleri ile serbest zaman yönetimi arasındaki ilişkinin incelenmesi amaçlanmıştır. Bu temel amaç doğrultusunda bazı değişkenler arasında istatistiksel olarak anlamlı farklılık olup olmadığına bakılmıştır. Araştırma nicel araştırma yöntemlerinden ilişkisel tarama modeline göre yürütülmüştür. 2023-2024 Eğitim Öğretim Yılında Sinop ilindeki 726 ortaöğretim öğrencisi çalışmanın evrenini oluşturmaktadır. Veri toplama aracı olarak Teknoloji Bağımlılığı Ölçeği (TBÖ) ve Serbest Zaman Yönetim Ölçeği (SZYÖ) kullanılmıştır. TBÖ 5'li Likert tipinde 24 maddeden ve dört alt boyuttan oluşmaktadır. Ölçeğe ait Cronbach Alpha değeri 0.86'dır. SZYÖ 5'li Likert tipinde 15 madde ve 4 alt boyuttan oluşmaktadır. Ölçeğin Cronbach Alpha değeri 0.83 ve test tekrar test güvenirliği ise 0.86'dır. Araştırma sonucunda elde edilen verilerin analizi SPSS22 istatistik analiz programı ile yapılmıştır. Veri analizinde kullanılacak testlerin seçimi için basıklık ve çarpıklık ile Kolmogorov-Smirnov test sonuçlarına bakılmıştır. İkili grupların karşılaştırmaları için non-parametrik bir test olan bağımsız örneklem Mann-Whitney U testi, çoklu grupların karşılaştırmaları için Kruskal-Wallis testi ve anlamlı farklılıkların hangi gruplar arasında olduğunu belirlemek için ise Kruskal-Wallis çoklu karşılaştırma testi kullanılmıştır. TBÖ toplam puan sonuçlarına göre öğrencilerin teknoloji bağımlılıklarının orta düzeyinde olduğu; cinsiyet, sınıf seviyesi ve öğrenci ailelerinin sosyo-ekonomik düzeyi değişkenleri arasında anlamlı farklılık bulunmazken okul türü ve kendilerini teknoloji bağımlısı olarak tanımlama değişkeni arasında anlamlı farklılık bulunmuştur. SZYÖ toplam puan sonuçlarına göre öğrencilerin serbest zaman yönetiminin orta düzeyinde olduğu; cinsiyet, okul türü değişkenleri arasında anlamlı farklılık bulunmazken kendilerini teknoloji bağımlısı olarak tanımlama, sınıf seviyesi ve öğrenci ailelerinin sosyo-ekonomik düzeyi değişkenleri arasında anlamlı farklılık bulunmuştur. Yapılan basit doğrusal korelasyon analizi sonuçlarına göre TBÖ toplam puanı ile SZYÖ toplam puanı arasında, negatif yönde olmak üzere düşük düzeyde bir ilişki olduğu bulunmuştur. Bu sonuçlara göre öğrencilerin teknoloji bağımlılık düzeyleri yükseldikçe serbest zaman yönetiminin düştüğü söylenebilir.
The Effect of Forkhead Box O1 Single Nucleotide Polymorphisms on Cortical Thickness and White Matter Integrity in High Suicide Risk Patients
Authors: Shin Daun , Kang Youbin , Kim Aram , Tae Woo Suk , Han Mi-Ryung , Han Kyu-Man , Ham Byung-Joo
Published: November 2024

Objective Neuroinflammation’s role is increasingly emphasized in the pathology of major depressive disorder (MDD), and its close association with the risk of suicide is being reported. The Forkhead Box O1 (FoxO1) gene is known to play a role in regulating mood and emotion and is associated with susceptibility to suicidality in relation to environmental stress. This research aims to explore the relationship between FoxO1 and the risk of suicide in individuals with MDD.Methods We enrolled 127 healthy controls (HC) and 231 patients diagnosed with MDD, including 119 individuals with high suicide risk (HSR). All participants underwent the Hamilton Rating Scale for Depression Assessment and magnetic resonance imaging. Cortical thickness and white matter integrity were evaluated.Results In the HSR group, cortical thinning was observed in the left triangular part of the inferior frontal gyrus and right transverse frontopolar gyrus compared to HC. Additionally, fractional anisotropy (FA) values were decreased in the left posterior thalamic radiation, sagittal stratum, and uncinate fasciculus. Although no differences were observed based on allele variations for the two FoxO1 single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs), those with the minor allele of FoxO1 rs34733279, especially in the HSR group, displayed increased cortical thinning and reduced FA values in the left cingulum.Conclusion Our study reveals close association between the minor allele of the FoxO1 gene rs34733279 and suicide risk in the left cingulum highlights the potential key role of the FoxO1 gene rs34733279 in the context of suicidal vulnerability. Further investigations are warranted to elucidate the underlying biological mechanisms.
The Association Between Causality Orientation and Internet Gaming Disorder, and the Role of Sensation Seeking, Anxiety, and Depression
Authors: Peng Yanjie , Wang Yuxiang , Peng Zhenlei , Liao Xiaoyuan , Gong Ke , Qin Cheng , Tian Mingyuan , Cheng Xiaotong , Zhou Xinyi , Deng Juan , Chen Yuwen , Feng Shuang , Zhang Maomao , Liu Kezhi , Xiang Bo , Lei Wei , Chen Jing
Published: November 2024

Objective Self-determination theory (SDT) deems that people have three causality orientations: autonomy orientation, control orientation, and impersonal orientation. Previous studies suggested that lower autonomy orientation or higher control and impersonal orientations may be associated with more addictive behaviors. Our study aimed to investigate if these associations exist in Internet gaming disorder (IGD), and if sensation seeking, anxiety, and depression could influence the associations between causality orientations and IGD symptoms.Methods A total of 1,400 college students completed the Internet Gaming Disorder Scale, General Causality Orientation Scale, Brief Sensation Seeking Scale, Generalized Anxiety Disorder Scale, and Patient Health Questionnaire. Correlation, multiple linear regressions, structural equation model (SEM) analyses, and moderation analyses were conducted to explore the associations.Results The control and impersonal orientations were positively associated with IGD symptoms, while the autonomy orientation was negatively associated with them. Moreover, SEM analyses showed that the autonomy-IGD relationship was totally mediated by anxiety and depression, the impersonal-IGD relationship was partially mediated by anxiety, and the control-IGD relationship was partially mediated by depression. Finally, the effects of causality orientations on IGD were moderated by sensation seeking.Conclusion Overall, autonomy orientation is linked to fewer gaming problems, whereas control and impersonal orientations are associated with more gaming problems. Moreover, the relationships between causality orientations and IGD symptoms are mediated by anxiety and depression and moderated by sensation seeking. Our findings inform theory on the motivations of gaming behaviors and may shed light on the prevention and intervention of IGD from the perspective of SDT.
An examination of mobile learning adoption in higher education: Research trends in twenty years
Authors: Krokhina Julia A. , Kruse Irina I. , Khairullina Elmira R. , Ibragimov Gasangusein , Kochneva Lyubov V. , Pashanova Olga V.
Published: November 2024

Mobile learning presents many benefits to lecturers, students, and universities. It provides the opportunity for all to access information anytime and anywhere and also promotes learning autonomy and mobility. This paper aims to systematically analyze publications on mobile learning in higher education conducted over twenty years by providing knowledge to help researchers in this area. The data were obtained from the Scopus database. A total of 587 peer-reviewed publications were analyzed. The results show that the number of articles increased significantly after 2016, and there was an upward trend after 2018. Our results regarding prolific journals show that many articles in this field were published in several prominent journals. Our results revealed that 91 countries contributed to research worldwide, and the most productive institutions are from different continents. In addition, results indicated that recently published countries on the topic are India, Saudi Arabia, Thailand, Indonesia, and Germany. Regarding research trends, our results yielded three research clusters. The first cluster focused on building a learning environment for students, while the second cluster included research on mobile learning in medical education. In addition, the third cluster investigated young adults’ use and perceptions of mobile phones in learning through surveys and questionnaires. Moreover, the results we obtained demonstrated that recent studies also focused on academic performance and augmented reality was a trending topic before academic performance.
Determination of the effects of drought stress on Aronia melanocarpa cv. Nero in vitro conditions
Authors: Ekinci Heydem , Şaşkın Necla , Dikmetaş Birgül , Ak Bekir Erol
Published: November 2024

Drought stress is a significant threat to plant cultivation in arid and semi-arid regions, negatively affecting growth and leading to plant mortality. This study evaluated the in vitro drought tolerance of Aronia melanocarpa ‘Nero’ by exposing micropropagated plantlets to nutrient media containing different concentrations of PEG-8000 (0%, 1%, and 2%) during the rooting stage. Results showed that increasing PEG concentrations led to a reduction in survival, rooting, plantlet growth, and physiological parameters. The 0% PEG treatment resulted in the highest survival rate (95.83%), root number, and chlorophyll content, while the 2% PEG treatment significantly hindered these parameters. These findings indicate that Aronia melanocarpa 'Nero' is sensitive to drought stress, with reduced growth and physiological activity under higher PEG concentrations.
Summoning Songjŏng and Ch’ilgwang (Seven Madmen): The Message of the Togang Kim Family in Ch’ae Yongsin’s 1910 Ch’ilgwangdo
Authors: Min Gilhong
Published: November 2024

Ch’ilgwang (七狂, Seven Madmen) a group of seven individuals, including Kim Taerip, who sought refuge in nature following the significant political event, Kyech’uk Oksa (癸丑獄事), in 1613 during the reign of King Kwanghae. Of these seven, five were later joined by another five, who together embraced an ideal, tranquil lifestyle at a pavilion known as Songjŏng. This larger group came to be known collectively as Sip’yŏn (十賢, Ten Sages). Ch’ae Yongsin’s 1910 paintings, Ch’ilgwangdo (七狂圖, Painting of the Seven Madmen) and Songjŏng sip’yŏndo (松亭十賢圖, Painting of the Ten Sages at Songjŏng), feature these historical figures from centuries past set against the background of the early 20th century landscapes. Ch’ilgwangdo integrates the visual features of three painting genres, gathering painting (kyehoedo), portraiture, and estate painting (pyŏlsŏdo). This paper examines the transmission of Ch’ilgwangdo up to the 18th century and brings to bear the role of visual imagery by analyzing an account by Yi Sanghyŏng’s sixth-generation descendant, who showcased the painting and explained his ancestor’s significant achievements. Post-the 19th century, the Togang Kim family initiated several projects to elevate their clan’s status in the T’aein region. These projects included multiple renovations of Songjŏng, construction of the Rear Songjŏng, and an ancestral shrine. Commissioning Ch’ae Yongsin, known for his detailed expressions and real scenery landscape paintings, was part of this effort to visualize the Seven Madmen. The placement of Ch’ilgwang figures within the broader landscape of Taein, including Songjŏng, in Ch’ae’s painting echoes a similar intent found in O Chunsŏn’s (1851~1931) Yongjin chŏngsado (湧珍精舍圖, Painting of Yongjin Private Residence for Educating Students) and Portrait of Ch’ae Myŏnmuk, both of which portray the actual landscapes of his estates. This interplay of landscape and figure representation underscores the history and status of the Kim family, which has upheld its high renown and influence in the region for generations.
Optimalisasi Produksi dan Pemasaran Sabun Organik Eco Enzyme di Kota Tomohon
Authors: Palandi Reky Royke , Pareta Douglas N , Kanter Jabes , Korua Sammy Rommy Novie
Published: November 2024

Pengabdian masyarakat ini bertujuan untuk mengoptimalkan produksi dan pemasaran sabun organik berbahan dasar eco enzyme di Kelurahan Tumatangtang Satu, Kota Tomohon. Sabun organik ini dihasilkan melalui pemanfaatan eco enzyme dari limbah buah dan sayur yang melimpah di daerah tersebut. Meskipun usaha telah berjalan, produksi masih terbatas pada skala rumahan, dan pemasaran belum optimal. Program ini mencakup pengadaan peralatan baru, pelatihan keterampilan produksi, dan pemanfaatan platform digital untuk pemasaran. Hasil kegiatan ini diharapkan dapat meningkatkan produksi hingga 150 buah sabun per hari serta meningkatkan jangkauan pasar melalui pemasaran digital.
دور الصحافة الالكترونية في توعية الجمهور العراقي ازاء المشاركة السياسية في انتخابات مجالس المحافظات لعام 2023
Authors: م. م علاء ازوير ضميد السراي
Published: November 2024

يهدف البحث الى معرفة  دور الصحافة الالكترونية وخصائصها واساليبها في توعية الجمهور ازاء المشاركة في انتخابات مجالس المحافظات فضلا عن الوقوف على الاسباب التي تدفع الناخبين الى عدم المشاركة في العملية الانتخابية ، ومن هنا برزت اهمية  الدراسة التي حدد فيها الباحث مشكلة البحث بالتساؤل الرئيسي الاتي : ما دور الصحافة الالكترونية في توعية الجمهور ازاء المشاركة في انتخابات مجالس المحافظات العراقية ؟
اعتمد الباحث المنهج الوصفي المسحي خلال الفترة الزمنية الممتدة من 15 /11 / 2023ولغاية 15 /12 /2023 ، معتمدا على اختيار العينة وفق اسلوب الحصر الشامل اذ وزع 40  مفردة تمثل مجتمع البحث المكون من النخب الاكاديمية في محافظة واسط (جامعة واسط ـ كلية الكوت الجامعة ـ كلية الامام الكاظم عليه السلام )  .
وتوصل البحث الى وجود علاقة بين الصحافة الالكترونية ودورها في توعية الجمهور ازاء المشاركة في الانتخابات فضلا عن الحصول على عدة نتائج منها ان معدل الثقة بالأخبـار المنشورة عبر الصـحافة الالكترونية كان مرتفعـا ونسبــة بلغـت  (47.5% ) ، فضلا عن الصحافة الالكترونية تسهم اسهاما كبيرا في توعية الناخبين وحثهم على المشاركة في الانتخابات ، واوضحت الدراسة ان موقع الفيس بوك يعد ابرز المنصات الرقمية التي يستخدمها الجمهور للاطلاع على اخبار الانتخابات بنسبة بلغت (37.5% )  .
UAV-Based Visual Navigation for Urban Search and Rescue in Post-Disaster Areas A 2024 Istan- bul Case Study
Authors: Xu Lei , Hong Ziming , Wen Jing
Published: November 2024

Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) are becoming essential tools in urban search and rescue (USAR) operations, particularly in post-disaster scenarios. UAVs offer significant advantages, such as real-time reconnaissance, reduced environmental impact, and flexible deployment in challenging environments. This paper discusses the role of UAV-based visual navigation in USAR, with a focus on the 2024 Istanbul case study during the Saha Expo. Advanced UAV technologies, including simultaneous localization and mapping (SLAM) and deep learning-based object detection, have enhanced the ability to locate victims and assess disaster impacts. Despite these advancements, challenges remain, particularly regarding navigation integrity and algorithmic performance in dynamic environments. The case study demonstrates the importance of UAVs in improving search efficiency and situational awareness, especially in urban settings where infrastructure damage complicates traditional rescue methods. The paper also addresses the integration of UAVs with task allocation strategies and optimization algorithms to improve the effectiveness of operations. Overall, UAV-based visual navigation is a promising approach for transforming USAR efforts in post-disaster management.
A Comprehensive Review of Smart City Initiatives in Singapore Technological Advancements and Urban Planning from 2015 to 2023
Authors: Du Yudai , Sun Tao , Huang Yong
Published: November 2024

Singapore's smart city initiatives have gained global recognition as a pioneering model of urban innovation, leveraging technology to enhance the quality of life for its citizens and address the complexities of rapid urbanization. Launched in 2014 under the Smart Nation initiative, these efforts reflect Singapore's commitment to integrating advanced technologies—such as artificial intelligence (AI) and the Internet of Things (IoT)—into urban planning, governance, and public services, thereby creating a more efficient, inclusive, and sustainable urban environment. From 2015 to 2023, Singapore has seen significant advancements in smart urban living, exemplified by projects like the Punggol Digital District and Tengah Eco-Town, which incorporate sustainable infrastructure and digital solutions aimed at improving residents' daily lives. The government has actively partnered with technology giants like Google and Alibaba, enhancing its digital capabilities and fostering a collaborative approach to urban development. However, this rapid technological integration has also sparked debates over data privacy, surveillance, and the effectiveness of citizen engagement in the planning process, raising important questions about the balance between innovation and individual rights. This paper provides a comprehensive review of Singapore's Smart Nation initiatives, analyzing their technological, societal, and policy implications, while discussing future outlooks and challenges.
A micro-mechanical brain model for prediction of neurological disorders
Authors: Hedayati Reza , Khadivi Sorour
Published: November 2024

Growing evidence indicate the significant role of Mechanics in neurological disorders such as stroke, dementia, and multiple sclerosis (MS). Previous studies indicate that brain white matter is particularly vulnerable to mechanical damage and structural changes. In previous studies on micromechanical behavior of white brain tissue, only axonal fibers and ECM have been employed in the model. Our research takes a unique approach by utilizing the myelin sheath to assess its influence on the mechanical characteristics of axons and the overall behavior of brain tissue. The model is built on electron micrograph data and the probabilistic distribution of axonal fibers within the extracellular matrix (ECM), allowing for qualitative analysis of tensile, compressive, and shear stress distribution on nerve fibers using the finite element method. Additionally, the quantitative analysis of mechanical properties and stress thresholds on nerve fibers was made possible by placing this model in a multi-parameter optimization process. The results showed that, compared to the previous models proposed by other researchers, the present model provides far more accurate hyperelastic material properties for axonal fibers and ECM.
The Forecasting Proficiency Test: A General Use Assessment of Forecasting Ability
Authors: Himmelstein Mark , Zhu Sophie Ma , Petrov Nikolay , Karger Ezra , Helmer Jessica , Livnat Sivan , Bennett Amory , Hedley Page , Tetlock Phil
Published: November 2024

How can we identify accurate forecasters? Current gold standard approaches draw from two sources of information: simple cognitive assessments of reasoning ability and past forecasting accuracy. Cognitive assessments are well-studied and normed psychometric instruments, but have lower predictive value. Real-world forecasting problems are more challenging to norm a priori: they typically require a large comparison sample of forecasters to make predictive inferences. This paper develops the Forecasting Proficiency Test (FPT): a one-hour test that predicts more than 60% of the variation in out-of-sample forecasting accuracy, double the predictive utility of prior work. We highlight several key results: (1) Eliciting forecasts in a quantile format is considerably more psychometrically reliable, meaning it is more efficient at reducing measurement error about forecasters' expected accuracy with fewer items, than forecasts elicited using the standard probability format common to most judgmental forecasting tournaments. (2) Several cognitive tasks, novel to forecasting research, are highly predictive of forecasting ability. These include denominator neglect, Bayesian updating, and adherence to decision rules. (3) Although our methods do best at separating out the worst forecasters from the population, they are also remarkably effective at identifying elite talent in the upper range of the skill distribution.
Do Losses Promote More Reflection Than Gains?
Authors: Rey Carlos , Lejarraga Tomas , Barceló Antoni Rubí
Published: November 2024

This study examines the varying effects of potential losses compared to gains on reflective thinking and problem-solving performance. Building on prospect theory and previous studies, we hypothesized that individuals would engage in longer reflection when faced with potential losses compared to equivalent potential gains, and that this extended reflection would enhance problem-solving performance, particularly in more challenging tasks. Two experimental studies were conducted. Study 1 established that participants reflected longer in tasks designed to avoid monetary losses than to achieve gains, confirming the hypothesis regarding prolonged reflection. However, this increased reflection did not translate into better performance across various tasks, suggesting that losses encourage persistence but do not inherently improve problem-solving efficacy. Study 2, which employed anagrams of varying difficulty, revealed that losses indeed correlated with longer reflection times but only improved performance in tasks deemed more difficult. These findings indicate that the effect of losses on reflection and performance is nuanced, highlighting the importance of task difficulty and the sensitivity of performance measures in understanding the interactions between loss aversion and cognitive processing. Overall, the results suggest that while losses prompt greater cognitive engagement, their influence on performance is contingent on task complexity, necessitating further exploration into the conditions under which losses enhance reflection and problem-solving capabilities.
現代心理生存理論
Authors: 劉庭均  , 劉庭均
Published: November 2024

該預印本的目標，是邀請志同道合的學者及各領域專家，共同編寫一部以現代心理生存理論為基礎的教科書。希望通過這一理論，深刻影響人類文明，更新教育、法律、醫療等領域的固有認知。儘管人性使得這個理論無法迅速被大眾接受，但我堅信，一定有人與我一樣，懷抱著推動文明進步的願景，致力於使人類文明更加包容、互助與理解，並逐步消除因私利所帶來的自私現象。自本篇文章發布之日起，我將持續徵求來自各個領域的專家、學者，一同完成這部宏大的教科書。當您讀到這篇文章並深刻體會到理論的意涵時，無需猶豫，請寄一封自薦信至 a92922200@gmail.com。期待在探索人性真理的道路上與您相遇！本作品依據「創用 CC - 姓名標示 - 非商業性 - 禁止改作 4.0 國際 (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0)」授權。如需進一步使用或進行商業合作，請聯繫原作者（a92922200@gmail.com）以獲取正式授權。如需了解更多授權條款，請參閱 創用 CC BY-NC-ND 4.0 授權條款。https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/
Optimization Problem in Economics: The Classical Method and Inequality Constraint
Authors: Bhandari Shailesh Ram
Published: November 2024

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Rural Development Strategies in Developing Economies and Lessons for Nepal
Authors: Prasad Kamta
Published: November 2024

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A Comparative Analysis of Farming System and Agrarian System: Some Theoretical Considerations
Authors: Bergeret Pascal
Published: November 2024

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A Profile of SAARC Economics
Authors: Karna Sohan Kumar
Published: November 2024

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Comparative Advantage of Food Grains Production in Bangladesh: Estimates and Implications
Authors: Reza Sadrel
Published: November 2024

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Status of Carpet Industry in Nepal and Policy and Programme of HMG
Authors: Pradhan Kalyan B
Published: November 2024

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The Function of -teʔ in Chepang
Authors: Caughley Ross C.
Published: November 2024

There has been considerable discussion in the past concerning the function of an unusual morpheme -teʔ that occurs in Chepang and its relationship to a proposed Proto-Tibeto-Burman 2nd person prefix #ta1. Its unusualness comes from its distribution and function in Chepang clauses. This paper discusses the full extent of the distribution and function of -teʔ, also the question as to whether it can be regarded as a 2nd person marker in Chepang and a suggestion as to how it may have originated for this language. This study is based on the West Makwanpur variety of Chepang, where the morpheme has some of its most distinctive features
Shifting Identity in Kurmali: A Preliminary Observation
Authors: Gautam Bhim Lal , Sapkota Sharada
Published: November 2024

This paper investigates patterns, reasons, and effects of language shift in the Kurmi community located at eastern and southern part of Jhapa. It provides a detailed picture of language use and attitudes in different activities like migration, marriage, the media, and so on. The data was gathered through interviews, Focus Group Discussions (FGDs) and survey questionnaire during March-June, 2024. Questionnaires were analyzed in Excel tools and the qualitative data were interpreted on various themes. This study realizes that the younger Kurmis do not speak this language in their daily life because of the influence of media, migration and globalization.
Pragmatic Dimensions of Language Teaching: Theoretical Insights and Classroom Practices
Authors: Pandey Gopal Prasad
Published: November 2024

The growing recognition of the role of pragmatic competence in effective communication has led to an increasing interest in its integration within English language teaching. This study explores the integration of pragmatics into English language teaching, focusing on how teachers conceptualize and implement pragmatic instruction within curriculum. The article also highlights the challenges teachers face in integrating pragmatics into the curriculum, such as the lack of explicit guidelines and resources and the difficulty in creating authentic interaction opportunities. Despite these challenges, the article brings out the positive impact of teaching pragmatics on students' ability to steer social interactions effectively.
Challenges Faced by Women in Learning English Language: A PRISMA Study
Authors: Gupta Puja Kumari , Poudel Tikaram
Published: November 2024

This study reviews the scientific research concentrating on the challenges of women learning English. We followed the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Review and Meta Analysis (PRISMA) framework. Based on the secondary data from an axiological perspective, we explore educational barriers, psychological challenges, cultural values, social position, gender identity, and related issues. We discuss the challenges into two axiological categories: social economics and education. The study indicates that limited access to resources and cultural norms discourage women's education, and economic restrictions further complicate acquiring English. We suggest tailored interventions to help women overcome the challenges of effective English learning.
Presidential Address Delivered at the 44th LSN International Conference, Kathmandu
Authors: Prasain Balaram
Published: November 2024

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Pravovaia kul'tura budushchikh uchitelei
Authors: Temirkanova Taalaigul Emilbekovna
Published: November 2024

The chapter is devoted to the analysis of legal culture as an integral component of the training of future teachers. The purpose of this study is to analyze the current state of the legal culture of future teachers, identify gaps in legal education in pedagogical universities and develop recommendations for improving the legal training of future teachers. The chapter examined the main components of legal culture, analyzed existing approaches to its formation and proposed ways to improve them, which will create a more effective legal basis for the successful professional activity of future teachers.
Rol' iskusstvennogo intellekta v transformatsii traditsionnykh metodov obucheniia: razvitie rechevoi deiatel'nosti uchashchikhsia cherez obrazovatel'nye proekty
Authors: Iusupova Altynai Mamatovna , Gaparova Chynarkan Abduraimovna , Madumarova Malokhat Kosimovna
Published: November 2024

This chapter examines the impact of artificial intelligence on the transformation of traditional teaching methods, with an emphasis on the development of students' speech activity. The authors analyzed the use of educational projects integrating AI technologies to improve the effectiveness of the educational process. The study includes examples of successful practices and a discussion of pedagogical approaches that promote active involvement of students in speech activity. Potential difficulties and opportunities arising from the introduction of artificial intelligence into the educational environment are also considered. The study emphasized the importance of innovative approaches to teaching and the need to prepare teachers to work with new technologies to achieve high-quality learning results.
Ispol'zovanie individual'nogo i gruppovogo konsul'tirovaniia pri formirovanii ustanovok na zdorovyi obraz zhizni u studentov MGTU im. N.E. Baumana
Authors: Piatibratova Inna Viktorovna , Aleksina Tatiana Vladimirovna , Iakusheva Oksana Vladimirovna
Published: November 2024

The authors of the chapter review individual and group counseling based on modern psychodiagnostics methods and a personal approach. It is shown that these types of counseling contribute to the improvement of students' mental health and help them realize the importance of active participation in the process of their own growth and development. The system of diagnostics and planning of correctional measures creates a solid foundation for the formation of sustainable values ​​associated with a healthy lifestyle. The main theoretical approaches used in the work of psychologists of Bauman Moscow State Technical University in individual and group counseling are reviewed.
The expediency of introducing various counseling directions for normalizing the psycho-emotional state of students is shown. The features and specifics of individual and group counseling are analyzed. The technical means used at the diagnostic stage of counseling are described. The authors show the effectiveness of using individual and group counseling in the work of the psychological service of Bauman Moscow State Technical University in forming attitudes towards a healthy lifestyle of students. The use of individual and group counseling as methods of health-saving technologies plays a key role in forming value orientations towards a healthy lifestyle in students.
Thoracic aneurysmal bone cyst secondary to osteoblastoma: unique surgical management. Illustrative case
Authors: Price Anthony , Fredricks Nathan , Bartman Mason , D’Souza Preston , Hayworth Miranda , Campbell Gerald , Kan Peter , Lall Rishi
Published: November 2024

BACKGROUND

Aneurysmal bone cysts (ABCs) are rare, benign, yet locally aggressive lesions that contain blood-filled channels that rarely occur in the thoracic spine of adults. The literature on the treatment of spinal ABCs is sparse, but the consensus is to achieve gross-total resection (GTR) due to these lesions being locally aggressive and to prevent recurrence.

OBSERVATIONS

This report describes a 35-year-old female admitted with back pain and right T5 dermatome radiculopathy without any inciting events. Magnetic resonance imaging revealed a 3.0 × 4.3 × 4.0–cm solid, enhancing, multicystic lesion with multiple fluid levels centered in the right posteromedial chest wall, involving the right fifth rib and costovertebral junction. Because of the high suspicion for an ABC, later found to be secondary to an osteoblastoma, surgical intervention was planned via preoperative embolization and T4–6 fusion with right T5 laminectomy and costotransversectomy to obtain GTR.

LESSONS

This case of an ABC secondary to osteoblastoma of the spine showcases a strategy for unique surgical management, given the limited information on treatment considerations for secondary ABCs.

https://thejns.org/doi/10.3171/CASE24471
PROBLEMS OF LEGAL REGULATION OF ECONOMIC ACTIVITIES IN UKRAINE
Authors: PROTOPOPOVA Natalіia , DAS Biswajit
Published: November 2024

In the context of the dynamic development of economic relations, a number of issues arise that cannot be considered and resolved within the framework of the opposition of individual legal schools – businessmen on the one hand, civilists and administrativeists – on the other. It’s time to realize that no branch of legislation (law) can be a monopoly in regulating social relations in a certain area. An example of this is land, water, environmental, family and other areas of legislation that regulate personal non-property and property relations, which have certain features that determine their independent nature and difference from civil relations. The final task is not to finally abolish the Economic Code of Ukraine or to achieve a gradual emasculation of the essence of economic law. Today, at the legislative level, with the participation of scientists and with the help of national legal doctrine, it is necessary to ensure, first of all, high quality regulation of relations that form the basis of the country’s development, including in the field of economy, business environment. Otherwise, science is faced with the problem of denying the natural state of development of things, which has been ordered since the time of the appearance of law as such. It is difficult to deny the well-known truth – the law is a regulator of social relations, therefore, it is in its nature determined by the needs of man, society, and changes according to the needs of humanity. This indicates the objective conditionality of proper legal regulation in one or another sphere, including in the sphere of economy, making it dependent on the environment.