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“You Ain’t Ever Got Any Way to Remember Right”: Black Affectivity, Insistent Style, and Cross-Racial Transference in Gertrude Stein’s “Melanctha”
Authors: Asaba Rei
Published: November 2024

Abstract: While scholarship on “Melanctha” holds the view that Gertrude Stein appropriated her characters’ blackness to explore the theme of female sexuality while maintaining the whiteness of her writerly self by distancing herself from Black characters through racial stereotyping, Stein’s textual engagement with blackness in fact extends beyond the novella’s subject matter and representations of its characters. Stein’s narrative style itself registers the eponymous heroine Melanctha’s affective mode of being and relating, which is rooted in historically Black forms of corporeal intimacy. This affective style enacts transferential dynamics between the white author and the Black heroine, enabling us to read Stein’s use of racial stereotypes as a record of her affective comportment as the narrator/author.
Becoming a Minor Literature: Supposing in Gertrude Stein’s Tender Buttons
Authors: Gantz Nicole D.
Published: November 2024

Abstract: Gertrude Stein’s unique approach to meaning production in Tender Buttons (1914) facilitates passage to minoritarian understandings of social constructs. As an example of Deleuzo-Guattarian “minor literature,” Tender Buttons liberates language from majoritarian social forces by subverting linguistic conventions in morphology, orthography, pronunciation, and semiotics. Grounded in the quotidian, the semiotic potential of order-words from “Suppose an Eyes,” “Way Lay Vegetable,” and an excerpt from “Rooms” elucidates how hegemonic systems like capitalism, patriarchy, and heteronormativity restrict and repress expression. Thus, Gilles Deleuze and Felix Guattari’s conceptualization of a Minor Literature can be used to liberate texts like Tender Buttons from the majoritarian social forces that steer meaning production.
Modernism’s Totalities: From the Marquis de Sade to Titus-Carmel
Authors: Martell James
Published: November 2024

Abstract: If, as Jean-Michel Rabaté expresses it, the “main object of high modernism is totality just before it turns into totalitarianism,” are all modernist totalities the same? Or do we have different modalities of totality, not only those dictated by the command “to say it all,” but also totalities dictated by commands like “to see it all,” “to eat it all,” “to be it all,” and even “to reflect or think it all”? If, when we consider the first command “to say it all,” we pay attention to the two senses that Derrida saw in its French syntax (tout dire) : 1) the freedom to express everything we want, and 2) the drive to catalogue, by saying, every single phenomenon, thus totalizing the world, how does this double character (total freedom and total capture) determine the other modernist totalizing modalities, i.e., to see, to eat, to be, to reflect it all? Different modernist artists, from the Marquis de Sade to Titus Carmel, give us examples of paradigmatic double totalizing drives, but it is, ultimately, in the fold between Duchamp’s The Big Glass and Given that we find the hinge of modernism’s totalizing drive, and through it, of its totalitarian dangers.
How Philosophy Turns up Its Nose at Smell: A Review of Simon Hajdini’s What’s That Smell? A Philosophy of the Olfactory
Authors: Cotoi Amalia
Published: November 2024

Abstract: What’s That Smell? A Philosophy of the Olfactory delves into the significance of smell within human experience and culture. By employing an interdisciplinary approach at the intersection of modern philosophy and psychoanalysis, and utilizing case studies akin to those in literary studies, the book offers new perspectives on a sense often overlooked by modern philosophy: the sense of smell. Largely indebted to Jacques Lacan, Hajdini goes further than merely developing A Philosophy of the Olfactory , as implied by the title; he constructs a form of olfactory structuralism. By using the demonstrative “that” in the title, the author implies a positioning of smell out there, at a distance, as well as its irrepressibility, because regardless of how concealed or distant it may be, one perceives “that” smell. Both distance and irrepressibility are established in relation to a subject and its idea of truth, both of which are significant topics in Hajdini’s book.
Pengaruh Nilai Pelanggan dan Pengalaman Pengunjung Terhadap Loyalitas Pengunjung di Jakabaring Sport City
Authors: Gusma Esxi Martia , Nurmalinda Elda
Published: November 2024

The sports and recreation sector in Jakabaring Sport City, Palembang, plays an important role in improving the quality of life of the community, but the challenge of maintaining visitor loyalty is a major concern. This research aims to analyze the influence of customer value and visitor experience on loyalty at Jakabaring Sport City. The research method used was quantitative with multiple regression analysis, involving 135 respondents selected by accidental sampling. Data was collected through a questionnaire with a Likert Scale. The results of the analysis show that customer value and visitor experience partially have a significant effect on loyalty. The conclusion of this research is that increasing the value and experience felt by visitors can encourage higher loyalty. The advice for managers is to continue to improve the quality of services and facilities, as well as create interesting experiences. The Palembang City Government is advised to support the development of infrastructure that supports accessibility, while visitors are expected to provide feedback for continuous improvement. This research provides an important contribution for managers in designing effective strategies to attract and retain visitors to Jakabaring Sport City.
Keywords: customer value, visitor experience, customer loyalty, satisfaction
Structure, Conduct, Performance (SCP) Approach & Fairness Principle in Business Competition Law in The Era of Digital Platforms
Authors: Jusmadi Rhido , Aru Armando
Published: November 2024

The emergence of digital platforms has led to disruptions that affect not only technological and economic aspects, but also legal aspects, particularly business competition law. The discourse surrounding the development of digital platforms within the context of business competition has been influenced by two major schools of thought: the Chicago School, which adopts an effeiciency approach (also known as the consumer welfare approach) , and the Harvard School, which employs the structure, conduct, and performance (SCP) approach. This article aims to scrutinize the shortcomings of the efficiency approach advocated by the Chicago School in addressing the issues related to business competition in the digital platform market. Additionally, it seeks to demonstrate how the principle of fairness, based on the competitive process approach and market strcture, can serve as a more comprehensive analytical tool for evaluating the health of competition in the market. The results show that the efficiency approach is inadequate in addressing concerns of fairness in the digital market. Responding to the context, global business competition authorities have begun to promote a fairness approach to bolster SCP approach which serves as a moral underpinning for upholding the principles of healthy business competition in the digital platform era. This article applied normative legal research methods with a conceptual approach for analysis.
Anania Širakac‘i's k‘nnikon Reconsidered
Authors: Pambakian Stephanie
Published: November 2024

Armenian medieval sources record that the seventh-century mathematician Anania Širakac‘i was commissioned with the creation of a perpetual calendar for the Armenians. These include Step‘anos Tarōnec‘i (eleventh century), who uses the term k‘nnikon in reference to Širakac‘i’s work, the exact meaning of which has been matter of debate. Scholars have suggested that it was a synonym of ‘chronicle’, and that it may have been used to indicate Širakac‘i’s perpetual calendar. The present article explores this idea further, comparing evidence in Armenian, Syriac and Georgian that had not been taken into account before in this context, showing that k‘nnikon was used to refer to an era based on an Easter cycle, a computus, and its use in Tarōnec‘i’s History may indicate Easter tables attributed to Anania Širakac‘i.
POSSIBILITIES AND PROSPECTS OF USING AR AND VR IN THE MARKETING ACTIVITIES OF BUSINESS STRUCTURES
Authors: Bilyk Maryna , Moroz Olena , Kyshchyk Daria
Published: November 2024

The relevance of the work is due to the fact that in the conditions of digitization of the economy with the help of AR and VR, businesses can create unique offers for each client, increasing the level of satisfaction and loyalty. The use of AR and VR allows not only to increase customer engagement, but also to create a unique user experience that strengthens the brand and increases sales. The purpose of the article is to research the possibilities and prospects of using augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) technologies in marketing strategies of modern business. The scientific study includes practical examples of the use of AR and VR in real marketing campaigns. The article presents the distinctive characteristics of virtual reality and augmented reality technologies. The article indicates the potential development trends of AR and VR in the field of marketing and their impact on business competitiveness in the digital economy. The challenges that companies face during the implementation of these technologies are identified, namely: technical challenges (High requirements for technical support, Complexity of content development, Difficult integration with other technologies), economic challenges (High cost of implementation, Limited number of users, High costs of maintenance and updating) and social challenges (Barriers in technology adoption, Privacy and data security, Social inequality). Recommendations for overcoming them have been developed. It is noted that in order to overcome these obstacles, it is necessary to improve technical solutions, reduce costs and work on improving the user experience. At the same time, it is important to take into account the confidentiality and availability of technologies for different categories of the population. AR and VR have been found to be successfully used in various fields to enhance user engagement and create new opportunities for brands. The results of the study can help business structures to better navigate the possibilities of AR and VR, facilitating adaptation to new market realities. Prospects for further research include the development of a method for assessing the effectiveness of AR/VR campaigns.
PARADIGM DEVELOPMENT OF LAND RELATIONS AND HIGH-TECHNOLOGICAL LAND USE
Authors: Grabchuk Inna , Bugaychuk Vita , Tymchak Vira
Published: November 2024

The study substantiates that land resources are a strategic resource, the socio-economic development of society depends on the rationality and efficiency of their use. The economic content of the concept of «land relations» is generalized and it is revealed that they are a component of social relations, arise in the process of interaction of society with natural resources and regulate the norms of behavior of business entities of the agricultural sector of the economy within the framework of land legislation. The basis of land relations is the category of land ownership, therefore changes and development of organizational and legal forms of land ownership are perhaps the most important condition. It is worth noting that land relations in agriculture are part of production relations and can be both stimulating and restraining factors for the rational use of agricultural land and high-tech land use. It was found that land legislation in Ukraine remains fragmentary and often inconsistent between all regulatory acts, and changes to individual regulations and legal mechanisms cause risks for investors and landowners, which creates legal uncertainty and complicates the implementation of the efficiency of land resources use. High-tech land use is a direction of modern agrarian development aimed at increasing the efficiency of agriculture, preserving natural resources and ensuring food security.
Systematizing the problems and directions of development of land relations and high-tech land use, it was highlighted that the main priority remains the implementation of the social function of land ownership and land use, which ensures the most efficient land use of land plots for their intended purpose.
Thus, the main guidelines of land policy are the stability and effectiveness of the functioning of the system of land relations and agricultural land use, aimed at ensuring the country's food security and increasing the well-being of the population. The development of land relations and high-tech land use should be based on maximum consideration of natural, economic and social conditions and environmental requirements for preserving the environment, protecting land resources and restoring their fertility, increasing the productivity of the land fund, as well as limiting the negative impact of economic activity on flora and fauna, etc.
SUPPORT FOR ATTRACTING INVESTMENTSTO THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE TOURISM SECTOR
Authors: Biletska Natalia
Published: November 2024

The article examines the institutional support for attracting investments to the development of the tourism sector in Ukraine, which serves as a key factor for creating a favorable investment climate and stimulating industry growth. The aim of the research is to analyze, systematize, and summarize the existing institutional foundations for attracting investments, as well as to develop recommendations for overcoming institutional problems in the tourism sector's development. The study presents a system of legal, organizational, economic, and social instruments that create conditions for activating investment activities in the tourism sector. The importance of state support, improving legislation, and developing effective financial mechanisms for attracting investors is substantiated. The research findings indicate that Ukraine has significant potential in the tourism sector due to its natural, cultural, and historical resources. It is revealed that the lack of systematic legislation, inadequate training of personnel, weaknesses in financial mechanisms, and the mismatch of the tax system with industry needs hinder the development of the tourism sector. The study also identified the urgent need for a unified legislative act regulating activities in the tourism sector. Special attention is paid to the role of government organizations that provide informational support and cooperation between the state and business, as well as their participation in developing tourism development strategies. The article presents examples of international cooperation and Ukraine's participation in international organizations' programs that promote foreign investment attraction. The necessity of creating effective financial instruments, including state subsidies and grants, to support new tourism projects is justified. The research emphasizes the importance of implementing tax incentives for enterprises in the tourism sector and developing informational platforms for convenient access to investment opportunities. It is argued that institutional support for attracting investments to the development of the tourism sector in Ukraine is a comprehensive process that requires the systematization of legislation, support for innovative enterprises, modernization of personnel training, and the development of financial mechanisms that will contribute to the sustainable development of tourism infrastructure and the attraction of new investments.
ENSURING THE OPENNESS OF UKRAINIAN CITIES IN THE INFORMATION ECONOMY: CURRENT REALITIES AND FORECAST SCENARIOS
Authors: Pankova Liudmyla
Published: November 2024

The article considers the problem of ensuring the openness of cities in the conditions of the information economy. The works of Ukrainian scientists regarding the impact of the information economy on the process of ensuring the openness of cities are analyzed. Three scenarios for ensuring the openness of cities are outlined: the negative one is based on low evaluations of ensuring the openness of the city in combination with unfavorable external factors and a slowdown in the pace of key development indicators; basic, based on the most likely development trends and the existing socio-spatial and socio-political context of the model of ensuring the openness of the city; positive, which outlines the city as an open platform where there is a synergy of actions in the paradigm of "government-business-population" relations and which is determined by the optimistic dynamics of indicators on the way to achieving common goals and objectives of the city's development in various spheres. It is proven that the structural vision of the concept of a modern city should include the following concepts: compliance with the policy of open data; adherence to a participatory approach in the development of concepts, strategic, tactical plans and forecasts of the city's development with an orientation towards a vision of the post-war recovery scenario agreed at all levels; the priority of innovative and informational progress in the organization of the urban environment and ensuring the life of the city; taking into account and adapting the practices of world experience in matters of ensuring inclusiveness, resilience, forming digital infrastructure, innovative ecosystem and security; ensuring a balance between the processes of ensuring openness, confidentiality and security of the city. Attention was drawn to the need for the synergy of the concepts of the information economy and the openness of cities, which will enable the activation and realization of the existing potential of economic growth, the spread of innovations, ensuring inclusiveness, stability and sustainable development of cities.
LEADERSHIP AND BUSINESS COMMUNICATIONS IN THE MINDS OF STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT
Authors: Rudenko Oksana , Chalenko Viktoria , Sergata Muroslava
Published: November 2024

This article examines the key role of leadership in the formation and maintenance of effective business communications in organizations. The authors emphasize that in the conditions of constant changes in the business environment and growing competition, strategic management requires leaders not only to have managerial skills, but also to have high communication skills.
The article analyzes how different leadership styles affect internal communication processes, determining how leaders can create an open and supportive communication environment. It emphasizes the importance of interaction between the leader and the team, as well as between management and external stakeholders such as customers, suppliers and partners.
The authors also consider the challenges faced by leaders in the context of digitalization and globalization, and offer recommendations for developing communication skills. The article emphasizes the need to adapt communication strategies to changing market conditions, which allows organizations to be more flexible and competitive.
In addition, the article provides examples of successful leadership practices that demonstrate how effective communication can be the key to the success of strategic initiatives. The authors argue that the integration of leadership and communications into an organization's strategy is a key factor in achieving long-term goals and improving the overall effectiveness of management processes.
Contemporary challenges faced by leaders in the context of globalization and digital technologies, as well as their strategies for adapting to changes, are separately considered. The intercultural style of leadership in the context of any culture is considered, which provides an opportunity to analyze existing values ​​and approaches to leadership.
It has been proven that further research is needed: cross-cultural barriers in communications; the influence of cultural norms on leadership styles; the role of emotional intelligence in leadership communications; strategies for adapting strategic management to different cultural contexts.
INTEGRATION OF DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES INTO THE PERSONNEL DEVELOPMENT MANAGEMENT MECHANISM IN HEALTHCARE INSTITUTIONS
Authors: Boguslavska Svitlana , Chubenko Tetiana
Published: November 2024

This article explores the integration of digital technologies into the personnel management mechanisms of healthcare institutions in Ukraine. In an era marked by rapid digital transformation, the healthcare sector is increasingly recognizing the importance of utilizing modern technological tools to enhance operational efficiency, improve patient care, and streamline administrative processes. The study begins by examining the current state of personnel management in Ukrainian healthcare institutions, identifying key challenges such as workforce shortages, inefficient communication channels, and inadequate training programs. The research further delves into the various digital solutions available, including human resource management systems (HRMS), telemedicine platforms, and data analytics tools. These technologies are evaluated for their potential to optimize recruitment processes, enhance employee performance tracking, and facilitate continuous professional development. The article also highlights case studies from healthcare institutions that have successfully implemented digital technologies, showcasing tangible improvements in staff engagement, patient outcomes, and overall institutional effectiveness. Additionally, the paper discusses the critical role of digital literacy among healthcare professionals, emphasizing the need for targeted training initiatives to ensure that staff can effectively utilize new technologies. It concludes by proposing a strategic framework for integrating digital tools into personnel management practices, advocating for a holistic approach that encompasses technological adoption, staff training, and organizational culture change. Ultimately, the article aims to provide valuable insights and practical recommendations for healthcare leaders seeking to navigate the complexities of digital integration in personnel management. It has been determined that further research can significantly contribute to the development of effective personnel management strategies in healthcare institutions, which will not only enhance the quality of medical services but also promote the sustainable development of the healthcare system in Ukraine.
Habilidades no técnicas en cirugía: una revisión de la literatura
Authors: Vassallo-Palermo Miguel , Morao-Pompili José Leonardo , Linares-Medina Argelis Sofía
Published: November 2024

Introducción. Las habilidades no técnicas (“Non-Technical Skills” o NOTS) constituyen un grupo de habilidades cognitivas sintetizadas a través del sistema NOTS, las cuales optimizan la seguridad del paciente durante un procedimiento quirúrgico.
Métodos. Se realizó una revisión bibliográfica en diferentes bases de datos, como PubMed y Cochrane, utilizando como término de búsqueda “non-technical skills for surgeon”, y Google Académico, utilizando “habilidades no técnicas en cirugía”. Se incluyeron las publicaciones a partir de 2018.
Resultados. Se obtuvieron 232 artículos. De estos, con base en los criterios de inclusión y exclusión, se tomaron 35 artículos que incluyen revisiones de la literatura, investigaciones sobre programas de entrenamiento, cuestionarios, entrevistas y estudios de cohorte relacionados con NOTS.
Conclusión. Mediante el planteamiento de esta serie de cualidades, nuestra intención es impulsar su desarrollo desde la formación académica en los postgrados de Cirugía general, para proporcionar una atención segura y satisfactoria a los pacientes.
Along the shoreline of Southeastern Africa
Authors: Fofana León Abubacar
Published: November 2024

Les ciutats costaneres i els punts de partida de les illes del sud-est d’Àfrica des dels quals es transportaven els africans esclavitzats als mercats regionals i de llarga distància es torben al centre d’aquest article de recerca. Les rutes comercials costaneres, les societats litorals i insulars i les múltiples xarxes de treballadors que es dediquen al comerç de béns i persones esdiscuteixen aquí per interrogar el desenvolupament, les fluctuacions i la importància de les operacions d’esclavització vinculades als treballadors esclavitzats ‘‘Moçambics’’ que van marxar el continent africà des de la costa sud-est. Es tracten dues qüestions principals: Com es va connectar l’organització del trànsit a la costa del sud-est d’Àfrica amb altres zones d’esclavitud costaneres de la regió de l’Àfrica oriental i amb altres mercats intra-oceànics situats tant a l’oceà Índic com a l’Atlàntic? I aquest patró va canviar amb el temps?
L’exemple de Sèrbia en el naixement de l’independentisme polític català (1912-1918)
Authors: Porta Frederic J.
Published: November 2024

El present article ressegueix l’exemple de Sèrbia en el procés de naixement del’independentisme polític català. Durant les dues guerres balcàniques (1912-1913) i la GranGuerra (1914-1918), Sèrbia va emergir per diversos motius com un exemple cap al qual van projectar-se esperances i anhels dels separatistes aixoplugats sota el paraigua de la Unió Catalanista. L’exemple serbi va contribuir a la radicalització d’un espai que es trobava aleshores immers en una crisi i transformació que culminaria en la formació de les primeres organitzacions independentistes durant la crisi final del règim de la Restauració. La distància i el poc que es coneixia del país balcànic va permetre que es desfermessin les idealitzacions i les mitificacions d’un país i del seu moviment nacionalista. No seria fins a la transformació de l’exemple irlandès al tombant de 1918 a 1919 que l’exemple serbi quedaria obsolet.
Las criadas españolas como pasajeras en los viajes transatlánticos a Nueva España, 1580-1699
Authors: Orta Gómez Diana Patricia
Published: November 2024

La historiografía de la migración femenina española en América tiene una deuda pendiente  respecto al estudio de las criadas como pasajeras dentro de las grandes embarcaciones que cruzaron el Atlántico. Estas mujeres constituyeron un grupo heterogéneo en orígenes y especialidades domésticas. En este ensayo, a través de una nueva relectura de las licencias de pasajeros se caracterizarán a las criadas españolas y se analizarán sus condiciones sociales en los viajes transatlánticos.
Josep Dencàs i Puigdollers
Authors: Porta i Capdevila Frederic J. , Rubiralta i Casas Fermí , Villagrassa i Hernàndez Fèlix
Published: November 2024

La biografia que sobre la figura i la trajectòria política del polèmic líder d’Estat Català durant la Segona República, Josep Dencàs, ens ofereixen els autors del llibre és un estudi prou suggeridor com per obrir nous camps d’investigació i interpretació sobre l’espai del separatisme català dels anys d’entreguerres del segle XX.
El segon Reich i Catalunya
Authors: Fleck Xavier
Published: November 2024

El segon Reich i Catalunya. Alemanya vista des de la cultura i la política catalanes entre 1890 i 1914, de Xavier Fleck, és una obra enriquidora que s’ocupa d’analitzar la visió que els intel·lectuals catalans d’aquest període tenien del Segon Reich alemany. Parlem d’escriptors i polítics com Eugeni d’Ors, Prat de la Riba, Manuel de Montoliu, Joan Maragall, Josep Maria Folch i Torres, Miquel Vidal Guardiola, Pere Bosch Gimpera, Miquel del Sants Oliver, Alfred Opisso, entre d’altres, que o bé havien viatjat Alemanya o bé la veien com a un model a seguir en alguns aspectes culturals i polítics. Amb aquest marc temporal i aquests autors com a referència, l’obra es fonamenta en criteris temàtics dividits en quatre grans eixos que ofereixen una panoràmica molt completa sobre la temàtica estudiada: Model universitari, Model institucional, Model nacional i Model cultural i artístic.
Pride and Protesting: Queer Linked Fate and Protest Motivation
Authors: Elwell Michael
Published: November 2024

What motivates protest participation among LGBTQ+ individuals in the United States?Pride demonstrations serve as a powerful catalyst for the cohesion of queer folks in theUnited States, and pride protests are a strong unifier of queer1 identity, finding theirroots in the Stonewall uprisings of the 1960s. Seeing as Pride is almost monolithicin the queer community, I seek to investigate the underlying motivators of why queerpeople participate in protests. I utilize and expand upon the theoretical frameworkof the Queer Utility Heuristic (Elwell 2024), that queer folks tie their decisions andbehavior to the life chances to that of the group at large. Coupled with data fromthe 2020 Collaborative Multi-Racial Post-Election Survey (CMPS) about identity andprotests and boycotts, this paper employs a set of statistical techniques that works toillustrate a strong link between queer identity and linked fate and protest participationin the United States. These findings represent an important empirical contribution toour understanding of how queer folx behave in the United States, as well as work tobridge some of the existent theoretical frameworks regarding participation in protestmovements.
Comorbidity between PTSD and EDs: Occurrence, Mutual Facilitation, and Integrated Treatment
Authors: Avolio Ava
Published: November 2024

This paper reviews literature related to comorbid PTSD and Eating Disorders. Findings suggest that PTSD and EDs co-occur at significant rates. Current research proposes multiple theories for this pairing, including biological and psychological explanations. Some propose stress-induced glutaminergic dysfunction may facilitate both disorders, while others contend disordered eating behaviors are an attempt to alleviate negative affect. Regardless of the underlying mechanism, people with PTSD-ED face additional challenges in the recovery process, including increased symptom severity, greater non-completion rates, and frequent relapse. Considering these challenges, current studies on integrated therapies using CBT, DBT, and Family Therapy are being conducted. Integrated CBT for ED-PTSD has demonstrated preliminary success in reducing symptoms of both disorders.For correspondence please contact the researcher at ajavolio@live.carlow.edu
Examining quality of DGNSS derived positioning in data in urban city- A case study of an urban city in India
Authors: Singla Jai , Trivedi Sunanda
Published: November 2024

GNSS observations are carried out in static mode/ Differential global navigation satellite system (DGNSS) and dynamic mode / Real time Kinematics (RTK) mainly. RTK mode of observation is useful in case of navigation whereas in order to determine very precise positioning, static / DGNSS/ DGPS mode is recommended. In this study, we have examined the quality of DGNSS survey of an urban city in India over ~300 Ground Control Points. Survey is carried out in DGNSS mode with dual frequency mode. All the observations were recorded using GPS, GLONASS , Galileo and Beidu with GDOP values in the range of 1.4 to 2.5. Beidu was used in broadcast ephemeris mode whereas for other constellations, precise orbit ephemeris were obtained from International GNSS service (IGS) site as per the observation day and month. Further, all the data was post processed in the SW suite and positional and vertical accuracies of millimeter to few centimeter level were obtained. This paper describes the approach of Ground Control Point (GCP) identification, surveying, methodology, use of CORS network and data post-processing in order to achieve such a precise accuracies in the urban city.
Does cleft repair restore normal visual scanning and neural processing of infant faces?
Authors: Kee Rachael , Jantzen Kelly , Hahn Amanda
Published: November 2024

Infant faces are an important cue for facilitating bonding and interactions with adult caregivers. Cues of poor infant health are associated with a lower degree of parental investment and facial malformations, in particular, have been shown to negatively impact early infant-caregiver interactions. Previous research has shown altered visual and neural processing for infant faces with cleft lip/palate. Although many infants with these facial malformations undergo craniofacial repair surgery, it is not yet known if/how this impacts perceptual responses to infants. The current study investigates the potential restorative effects of craniofacial repair surgery on perceptions of infant cuteness, visual attention to infant faces (eye tracking), and neural responses to infant faces (EEG). Craniofacial repair surgery is found to increase perceived cuteness, reduce visual attention to the mouth region, and influence early neural signatures of face processing (N170, P200 ERP components). As these various responses contribute to a number of important developmental aspects (e.g., joint attention) and may play a key role in the previously observed difficulties in caregiver-infant interactions, this study provides an important first step in determining the effectiveness of surgical interventions on the underlying perceptual mechanisms of infant face processing.
Development and Rationale for the Consensus Auditory-Perceptual Evaluation of Voice – Revised (CAPE-Vr)
Authors: Kempster Gail B. , Nagle Kathleen F. , Solomon Nancy Pearl
Published: November 2024

Rationale: The Consensus Auditory Evaluation of Voice (CAPE-V) has been in circulation for more than 20 years. Over the course of time, issues have arisen that have had an impact on the intended administration and interpretation of this common clinical tool. Purpose: Based on published literature, clinical experience, recent survey data, and practical considerations, and while maintaining the original purpose of the instrument, the authors developed a revised protocol, new rating form, and updated instructions for the CAPE-V, now called the CAPE-V – Revised (CAPE-Vr).Summary of Modifications: Revisions to the CAPE-V include the following: removal of textual labels indicating regions of severity under each visual analog scale on the rating form, instead displaying terms indicating the direction of the lines; modification of several of the stimuli; revised rating options for pitch, loudness, and resonance, and an added category for nasality; added space to describe inconsistencies according to task; modified options for vocal instabilities and other features; and added space for comments about overall impression. The form also includes sections for documenting recording and rating conditions. Updated instructions are provided to clarify the CAPE-Vr protocol and correspond closely to the rating form. Conclusion. The CAPE-Vr is constructed to avoid common errors and problems identified from previous use of the original CAPE-V. This paper provides a rationale for each modification to the original CAPE-V, an updated form, and an example of a completed form. The CAPE-Vr is intended as a clear and useful assessment tool for documenting the auditory-perceptual evaluation of voice.
Limits of iconic capacity for spatial position
Authors: Haun Andrew , Tononi Giulio
Published: November 2024

Iconic memory for position is often characterized as “vast” or “limitless”. Yet typical studies of iconic memory have used only small stimulus sets and have restricted judgments to categorical visual content like letter identities or object features, the kinds of items that are known to be subject to very restrictive bottlenecks in recognition or working memory. We wondered about the capacity of iconic memory for mere spatial information, which may be pre-recognitional, and tested the ability of observers to notice discrete illuminated positions in a yes/no partial report task. We found iconic capacity for spatial position to fall far short of “limitless”, with typical observers able to report only a fraction of a set of dozens of stimulus points. These results may be explained by crowding, an unavoidable limitation on what can be reported about what is seen. We propose that extremely simple stimuli like dots may help to illuminate our understanding the appearance of crowded stimuli, and to highlight potential discrepancies between what we see and what we can report about it.
#IoResto nel Campo, Indagine sul primo impatto del decreto del 9 marzo 2020 in alcuni insediamenti formali della città di Roma
Authors: luglio Associazione
Published: November 2024

Con la presente indagine qualitativa, Associazione 21 luglio intende comprendere e illustrare, a novegiorni dall’emanazione del decreto del 9 marzo 2020, il primo impatto delle misure in esso riportatein alcuni insediamenti formali dalle città di Roma abitati da famiglie identificate dalle autorità localie che generalmente si autodefiniscono come appartenenti alle comunità rom. In ottemperanza allenorme contenute dal decreto i ricercatori di Associazione 21 luglio non hanno raggiunto gliinsediamenti oggetto dell’indagine. Gli stessi si sono pertanto serviti di interviste telefoniche chehanno coinvolto: 24 soggetti6 dimoranti presso gli insediamenti oggetto dell’indagine quali: il“villaggio” di via Cesare Lombroso; il “villaggio” di via Luigi Candoni; il “villaggio” di via dei Gordiani;il “villaggio” di Castel Romano, il “villaggio” di via di Salone. Le interviste si sono realizzate tra il 14 eil 17 marzo 2020. Le visite condotte nei mesi anteriori al diffondersi del contagio7 hanno consentitoai ricercatori di Associazione 21 luglio di acquisire dati aggiornati sulle condizioni strutturali degliinsediamenti coinvolti nell’indagine, mentre una precedente attività di accesso agli atti, realizzatanell’anno 2019, ha permesso di reperire dati numerici relativi alle presenze negli insediamenti e alleiscrizioni scolastiche dei minori.
What Difference Does It Make? Parental Relationship Quality and Child Wellbeing in Step- and Nuclear Families
Authors: Wagner Lena , Molina Stefania , Alonso-Perez Enrique , Kreyenfeld Michaela
Published: November 2024

A large body of research addresses whether and how parental partnership quality affects child wellbeing. While much of this research has focused on nuclear families, less is known about patterns in stepfamilies. This study adopts a dyadic perspective to explore how parental partnership quality relates to the wellbeing of children living with both biological parents versus those with a biological parent and a stepparent. We apply multivariable linear regression and a mediation analysis on longitudinal data from the German Panel Analysis of Intimate Relationships and Family Dynamics (pairfam) to understand the relationship between family structure, step- and biological parent’s partnership quality and children’s self-reported wellbeing, operationalised over the Strength and Difficulties questionnaire (SDQ-scores). The analytical sample includes children who live in heterosexual couple households (n=1,781). We differentiate two separate dimensions of parental partnership quality, namely the frequency of conflict and esteem between the (step-)parents. Results show that children living with a stepparent exhibit higher total difficulties score compared to children living with both their biological parents. However, parental conflict occurs less and esteem more frequently in stepfamilies than in nuclear families. Mediation analysis indicates that partnership quality partially mediates the impact of family structure on SDQ scores. Our analysis suggests that the negative effect of living with stepparents on children’s socio-emotional wellbeing is slightly mitigated by increased parental esteem and lower conflict in these unions.
Race, Reform, and Recalls: The Movement Against “Progressive” Prosecutors
Authors: Goldberg Allison
Published: November 2024

This study examines the movement against “progressive” prosecutors in the United States. Prosecutors have significant discretion at the front-end of the criminal legal system, including over charges, bail recommendations, and plea deals. Although prosecutors have traditionally wielded their power in a way that contributes to mass incarceration, “progressive” prosecutors have been elected in growing numbers since 2016 on pledges to mitigate the racialized harms of the criminal legal system. While scholars tie the rise of progressive prosecutors to the Movement for Black Lives (BLM), less is known about the countermovement efforts – such as recalls, impeachments, and suspensions – challenging these prosecutors’ discretion and tenures. To address this gap, I constructed an original database of all local prosecutors in 2012 and/or 2022 in the country's 300 most-populous jurisdictions. Through archival research, I documented prosecutor demographics, state politics, and extra-electoral challenges, which I define as organized efforts to remove prosecutors from office or constrain their power outside of regularly-scheduled elections. Findings reveal that extra-electoral challenges disproportionately target women of color prosecutors, disproportionately occur in Republican-controlled states, and have nearly tripled over the last decade. I argue that extra-electoral challenges constitute a novel movement repertoire used by the political right to legally mobilize against racial justice efforts following BLM.
Job satisfaction among teachers of community campus
Authors: Chaudhary Nathuram
Published: November 2024

In this 21st Century teachers are pillar of the nation. They are playing greater roles and given bigger commitments in the profession. These increased responsibilities and higher expectations do take its toll on them. Job satisfaction is indeed most crucial not only in determining the faithfulness of an employee to an organization but more importantly it is the main indicator of an individual's level of commitment and productivity in his or her profession. This study aims to investigate the job satisfaction among college teachers. The purposes of the study are to investigate the differences in job satisfaction among teachers with different years of teaching experience, to identify the relationship between years of teaching experience and job satisfaction, and to identify the differences between male and female teachers in job satisfaction. A quantitative approach which used a questionnaire, Modified form of Teacher Job Satisfaction Questionnaire' (TJSQ) developed by Lester (1982), was used as the main instrument to evaluate job satisfaction among teachers in Community Campuses in Kailali district. 50 teachers became the respondents from three Campuses (TMC, LMC and GMC) of three municipalities for this research. It is concluded that there is no significant relationship between years of teaching experience and job satisfaction. There is no correlation between male and female teachers possessing respective faculties and designations in community campuses. Overall, this research indicates that the teachers in the college level are generally satisfied with their work.
Prevalence of sexual dysfunction in married teachers of Nepal : A case study in Tikapur Municipality
Authors: Sharma Shankar Prasad
Published: November 2024

Sexual dysfunction in male is alarming as the society has opened a bit in terms of sexual matter as sex education is provided in formal or informal level in our country. This paper mainly focuses on the prevalence of sexual dysfunctions viz. erectile dysfunction, premature ejaculation and loss of libido in the married teachers in Tikapur municipality area. Since the topic is very sensitive and needs privacy so judgmental sampling was carried out to choose the respondents and teachers of primary level to campus level were the population of the study. Total ten teachers were taken for the study. The age of respondents was forty years and over.
The result was awakening in real sense. First the respondents were interested and co-operative while answer the questions and on the other hand there are many sexual dusfunctions among the respondents. All respondents were felt their sexual power was getting low at different stage. Majority of the respondents have at least one sexual problems though the most prevalent problem was erectile dysfunction at varying degree (mean 70 percent ) followed by premature ejaculation experienced by 60 percent of total respondents at varying degree.
Affect of abjection in T. S. Eliot's the waste land
Authors: Sharma Madhukar
Published: November 2024

This paper deals with affect of abjection pervasive in modern people enunciated in T.S. Eliot's magnum opus The Waste Land (1922). This poem primarily enacts the poet's disgust with growing modernity of his time particularly relating to the declining of religion and the rise of sexual immorality. This research paper argues that this unhappiness swells in the force of disgust on the part of the poet at the immoral, unfulfilling sexual indulgence appearing repetitively in the text. It tries to unfold this disgust in terms of what Julia Kristeva calls the power (affect) of abjection. The assumption is that Eliot communicates his abjection through the tool of irony, which makes the readers be intensely aware of disgust at the soulless, mechanical sexual acts.
Investigating on critical pedagogy in EFL classrooms: consciousness, practice and perceived problems
Authors: Paudel Jnanu Raj
Published: November 2024

Although critical pedagogy has brought about positive changes in the field of education by shifting from traditional pedagogy to emancipatory pedagogy, not much attention has been paid to the implementations and problem side aspect in Nepal. This paper investigated the consciousness of English language teachers in the tenets of critical pedagogy. Moreover, it also presented the discussion of how Nepali teachers teaching English as a foreign language (EFL) at higher education institutions practice the critical pedagogy approach and delved the problems the teachers face when put the theory into action. I employed the mixed methods design where both quantitative and qualitative data were collected. I explored the informed consciousness of teachers about the critical pedagogy. Though they have not been following the exactly the same critical pedagogy procedure of practice in the EFL, they have been trying to be the active agent of transformation by applying the techniques like dialogue, debate, reflective practices, allowing the learners experiences, opinions in the classroom discussions. However, the teachers’ and students, status quo tendency and adopting the safe method are found as the major difficulties of proper practice of critical pedagogy in EFL classroom.
Economic and Social Development under Rana Regimes in Nepal: A Historical Analysis
Authors: Ghimire Dipesh Kumar
Published: November 2024

This research paper explores the economic and social development in Nepal during the Rana (1846 1951) regimes. It critically analyzes the impact of political dynamics on infrastructure, industry, and social services. The Rana regime perpetuated stagnation through autocratic rule, monopolistic control, and exploitation of state resources, resulting in negligible advancement in physical infrastructure, industry, and social services. This paper aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the obstacles to development in Nepal during the Rana Regime and the legacy they left on the nation's socio-economic landscape.
Remittance in Nepalese Economy: Trends, Contributions, and Policy Implications
Authors: Adhikari Hemant Raj , Khatri Bishnu Bahadur
Published: November 2024

Remittances are a major source of foreign income for developing countries such as Nepal. Remittance occupies nearly one fourth of national GDP. It has been a dominant source of foreign currency for the last decades. In this connection, the aim of this research paper is to examine the current trends and contribution of remittance in Nepalese economy. This is a review-based research paper having descriptive research design. Secondary data are used to accumulate the information and describe the result depending on the research objective. The result revealed that the contribution of remittance to GDP is high in Nepal among South Asian countries. Remittance and GDP revealed a positive relationship. Largely remittance is utilized to meet consumption needs rather than investing in productive sectors. Government should provide a favorable environment in addition to suitable policy for investing remittance money in productive sector for long term economic sustainability.