bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Հայաստանի արտաքին քաղաքական վեկտորի հնարավոր փոփոխության տնտեսական գինը՝ արտահանման տեսանկյունից / ECONOMIC COST OF POSSIBLE SHIFTING ARMENIA'S FOREIGN POLICY VECTOR:
AN EXPORT PERSPECTIVE
Authors: TADEVOSYAN Ruzanna
Published: January 2025

Recently, there has been a growing sentiment within Armenian society towards changing the foreign policy vector. However, as with any change, this shift comes withcosts. This paper discusses the
potential economic consequences of a shift in Armenia's foreign policy, particularly from the perspective of exports. It analyzes the dynamics of Armenia's foreign trade before and after joining the EAEU,
highlighting that exports to the EAEU have significantly increased both in absolute value and in share.
The main market for manufacturing industry continues to be the EAEU, with its share not only sustaining but increasing. This trend heightens Armenia's dependency on the EAEU market. Thus, before
altering its foreign policy direction, it is essential to diversify export markets and reduce the risks
associated with this dependency.
Գոլերից մինչև հաղթական գավաթ. սպորտի արքա ֆուտբոլը և զբոսաշրջությունը / FROM GOALS TO TROPHY CUP: FOOTBALL AS THE KING OF SPORTS AND TOURISM
Authors: TOVMASYAN Gayane
Published: January 2025

Football, considered the king of sport, has around 3.5 billion fans worldwide and 250 million
players in 200 countries around the world. The global football market size was valued at USD 4.04
billion in 2022 and is projected to grow to USD 5.65 billion by 2031. In the sport’s history, Portuguese
Cristiano Ronaldo holds the record for the most goals scored, with 879, followed by Argentinian star
Lionel Messi with 832.
The paper presents the main football events that attract millions of tourists: FIFA World Cup, UEFA
European Championship, UEFA Champions League, and the five major European leagues. It also explores the best stadiums in the world, which attract millions of tourists. Finally, the paper provides
recommendations for the development of football and football tourism in Armenia.
Արցախի անհետացող ժառանգությունը և լուռ աշխարհը / ARTSAKH’S DISAPPEARING HERITAGE AND THE SILENCE OF THE WORLD
Authors: TIGRANYAN Armine
Published: January 2025

In the 21st century, as the progressive world promotes tolerance and respect for cultural diversity,
urging states through written documents to safeguard the cultural heritage of all peoples, Azerbaijan
continues to erase numerous values of universal significance in Artsakh, diminishing the cultural diversity of our planet. Since the military operations of 2020 and throughout the past four years, many
Armenian churches, historical cemeteries, khachkars, and monuments have been systematically destroyed by Azerbaijan.
This paper examines the response of the international community to Azerbaijan's state policy of destruction and appropriation of Artsakh's cultural heritage from the 2020 war to the present. It analyzes
and evaluates international resolutions, declarations, parliamentary statements, and judicial decisions
addressing Azerbaijan's aggressive actions, condemning them, and advocating for the protection of
Armenian heritage, assessing their effectiveness and significance in preserving and preventing the destruction of Artsakh's historical and cultural values. The analysis reveals that, despite many international actors attempting to prevent this ongoing vandalism by issuing strong condemnations of Azerbaijan’s
actions, their silence and lack of practical measures have indirectly “encouraged” this behavior, paving
the way for further acts of cultural genocide.
Ռուսաստանի էներգետիկ քաղաքականության արևելյան վեկտորը / EASTERN VECTOR OF RUSSIA'S ENERGY POLICY
Authors: VARDANYAN Tatevik
Published: January 2025

The paper examines the Eastern vector of Russia's energy policy as a strategic tool for diversifying
energy resource exports and reducing dependence on Europe amidst geopolitical tensions and sanctions. In recent years, the primary "focus" of Russia's energy policy has shifted toward the Asia-Pacific
region, particularly China and India, highlighting the growing role of this region as a key partner
in Russia's energy cooperation. In this context, large-scale infrastructure projects implemented with
Asia-Pacific countries are gaining significant importance, contributing to strengthening Russia's economic positions in the countries of the Far East.
Հայ-թուրքական հարաբերությունների հեռանկարների մասին / ON THE PERSPECTIVES OF ARMENIAN-TURKISH RELATIONS
Authors: HOVYAN Vahram
Published: January 2025

Despite the recent activation of high-level Armenian-Turkish communications, the normalization of
relations between two countries is unlikely in the foreseeable future. The cause is the traditional policy of Ankara to link Armenian-Turkish relations to Armenian-Azerbaijani relations. Even after 44-day
war in 2020, as well as the full occupation of Artsakh in September 2023 Ankara has not changed its
position. On the contrary, it has reinforced this position. Given the uncertain prospects for resolving
Armenian-Azerbaijani relations—particularly the conclusion of a peace treaty, which remains hindered
by Baku's ongoing demands and preconditions—the outlook for Armenian-Turkish relations remains
equally uncertain.
Increasing the Efficiency of Cotton Pulp Production Technology Based on The Use of The Outsourcing Method
Authors:   Akhmet Yassawi International Kazakh-Turkish University, BAUYRZHANOVA Dinara , AGNIYAZOV Birzhan ,   Akhmet Yassawi International Kazakh-Turkish University, MYRZALYIEV Borash ,   Akhmet Yassawi International Kazakh-Turkish University
Published: January 2025

The problems of industrial technology for the production of cotton cellulose based
on the use of an outsourcing business model are studied. The foreign experience of using
outsourcing and the possibility of its use at the enterprises of Kazakhstan are analyzed. The
analysis of services of outsourcing companies for small and medium-sized enterprises of the
country's cotton processing industry was carried out. The principles of the outsourcing system
based on the strategic solution of the necessary procedures for traditional and organic
management functions or business processes of the corresponding resources to external
contractors on a contract basis have been studied. To improve the economic efficiency of the
enterprise, the concept of improving the technology of production of cotton cellulose in the
cotton processing industry of Kazakhstan by providing outsourcing services is substantiated.
The main methods of making a decision on the use of outsourcing by enterprises and methods
of choosing a business process are determined. An assessment was made of the use of
outsourcing for small and medium-sized cotton processing enterprises, the structure of which
is determined taking into account the requirements of the organization, and the participants
in the business process are identified on the basis of their functions and outsourcing management
tasks. The main directions for the development of outsourcing relations are proposed,
which allow providing enterprises with a set of necessary services of guaranteed quality at an
affordable price in order to increase the efficiency of enterprises.
Reserves and Opportunities to Attract Investments in Agriculture
Authors:   NPJSC «Kazakh National Medical University named after S.D. Asfendiyarov», ALIBEKOVA Vilnara , ABILDAEV Sultan ,   NCJSC «M.Kh. Dulaty Taraz Regional University», RAIMBEKOVA Ukan ,   NCJSC «M.Kh. Dulaty Taraz Regional University», KENJEBAEVA Marina ,   NCJSC «M.Kh. Dulaty Taraz Regional University», DZHAKISHEVA Leila ,   NCJSC «M.Kh. Dulaty Taraz Regional University»
Published: January 2025

The main purpose of the study is to find ways to attract investments in agriculture –
one of the most strategically important sectors of the national economy of the Republic of Kazakhstan. Currently, the entire world space is experiencing the colossal economic, social and
humanitarian consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic. During this period that Kazakhstan
with great export potential can become a world leader in agricultural production. Based on
the study, the conclusions were made about the need to invest in the sectors of the agro-industrial
complex of Kazakhstan, which belong to promising investments and are able to bring
stable long-term income. The research methods consist in studying the works of foreign and
domestic scientists on this topic, as well as analyzing the main socio-economic indicators of
Agriculture in the member states of the Eurasian Economic Union and in the world as a whole,
in connection with which reserves and opportunities for attracting investment for the development of the agro-industrial complex and ensuring its effective functioning were identified. As
a result of the research it was determined that investment support of the agricultural sector of
the Republic is characterized by high state support for agriculture, subsidies for crop production
and animal husbandry, and the use of tax incentives by agricultural producers.
Limitations of Inverters by Weight of Power Components
Authors:   NPJSC «Abylkas Saginov Karaganda Technical University», YUGAY Vyacheslav , ZYUZEV Anatoly ,   Ural Federal University named after the First President of Russia B.N. Yeltsin, MANAT Symbat ,   NPJSC «Abylkas Saginov Karaganda Technical University»
Published: January 2025

Inverters are not a new technology. Many devices and objects have inverters installed.
However, there is now a growing trend to re-evaluate the performance of inverters
in facilities and equipment. One of the main reasons for this is the increase in the amount of
power and energy used in manufacturing sites. Currently, automation and intellectualization
processes are accelerating in many industries. While each piece of equipment becomes more
energy efficient, in many cases the amount of electricity used overall increases. To achieve
maximum energy-saving characteristics of equipment, it is necessary to introduce inverters
of comparable capabilities. Higher voltages, smaller dimensions and lighter weight are also
important factors. For example, as solar power equipment operates at higher voltages and
voltage stabilizers become smaller and lighter, power conversion inverters must also support
these trends. High frequency reduces the size of components and the installation area of the
inverter.
Investigation of The Interconnected Electric Drive of The Conveyor System
Authors:   NPJSC «Almaty University of Power Engineering and Telecommunications named after Gumarbek Daukeyev», NALIBAYEV Nurgali , TERGEMES Kazhybek ,   NPJSC «Almaty University of Power Engineering and Telecommunications named after Gumarbek Daukeyev», SHYNYBAI Zhandos ,   NPJSC «Almaty University of Power Engineering and Telecommunications named after Gumarbek Daukeyev», KOZHAGELDI Bolat ,   NPJSC «Kazakh National University of Water Management and Irrigation»
Published: January 2025

An interconnected electric drive is a system in which several electric motors operate
synchronously to perform a common task. Such drives are used in industry, robotics and on
conveyor lines where precise coordination of movements is required. The basis of the work is
synchronization through control and feedback systems. During the study, a relay control circuit
for three asynchronous motors with frequency converters was developed. The experiment
confirmed the efficiency and reliability of the system when the load changes. The results show
a high degree of synchronization and stability of the system in industrial operation.
KONSEP RELEVANSI KEJAHATAN TRADING INFLUENCE DAN GRATIFIKASI DALAM TINDAK PIDANA KORUPSI
Authors: Dhumillah Dewic Sri Ratnaning , Oktavianto Setya Budi Dias
Published: January 2025

Penelitian ini membahas mengenai relevansi antara tindak pidana memperdagangkan pengaruh dan gratifikasi dalam tindak pidana korupsi di Indonesia. Berdasarkan laporan Indonesia Corruption Watch (ICW) pada tahun 2023, kasus korupsi menunjukkan peningkatan yang signifikan, dengan kerugian negara mencapai Rp 28,4 triliun. Penelitian ini mengkaji kelemahan regulasi terkait gratifikasi yang hanya terbatas pada pihak-pihak yang memiliki kewenangan formal, sementara perdagangan pengaruh seringkali melibatkan pihak-pihak yang tidak secara langsung memegang jabatan formal. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode yuridis normatif, dengan fokus pada analisis peraturan domestik dan praktik internasional, seperti United Nations Convention Against Corruption (UNCAC). Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa perdagangan pengaruh merupakan modus yang kompleks karena melibatkan hubungan trilateral antara pemberi, penerima, dan perantara, dan sering kali tidak dapat dijangkau oleh peraturan yang ada. Studi kasus menunjukkan bagaimana pengaruh politik dapat dimanfaatkan untuk kepentingan pribadi, meskipun pelakunya tidak memiliki jabatan formal. Penulis merekomendasikan reformulasi Undang-Undang Tindak Pidana Korupsi untuk memasukkan perdagangan pengaruh sebagai tindak pidana yang dapat dituntut, sehingga memberikan dasar hukum yang lebih kuat untuk menjerat pelaku korupsi dengan modus ini.
Pharmacognostical parameters, sphytochemical screening, TPC, TFC and evaluation of in-vitro anti-oxidant activity of leaves of Cymbidium aloifolium L (SW)
Authors: Alam Tahid , Ray Sarkar Bapi , Sharma Luitel Pooja , kumar Gorai Arup
Published: January 2025

Natural drugs are one of the most important needs in daily life and their history is as old as human civilization. Orchids are nature's most beautiful and widely dispersed flowering plant groupings. Cymbidium aloifolium (L) SW family (Orchidaceae) is an epiphytic herbaceous orchid. The orchidaceae family is one of the oldest and largest flowering plant families in the world, with over 800 genera and between 25000 and 35000 species. The current study aims to examine in vitro antioxidant activity from different solvent extracts of Cymbidium aloifolium (L) SW leaves. The examination was conducted by several factors, including pharmacognostical, physicochemical, and phytochemical details of the leaf extracts of Cymbidium aloifolium (L) SW, which plays a vital role in laying down standardization and pharmacopoeia parameters. The antioxidant capacity of various solvent extracts of Cymbidium aloifolium (L) SW leaf extract was investigated using ferric reducing antioxidant potential (FRAP) tests and DPPH radical scavenging activities. A microscopic investigation exposes the leaf's cellular structure. To standardize the aim, physicochemical investigations were established, including swelling index, fluorescence analysis, total ash, acid insoluble ash, water soluble ash, and loss on drying. Antioxidant potential was determined by comparing the results with ascorbic acid standard. Leaves of Cymbidium aloifolium (L) SW methanolic extract showed the best result, followed by chloroform, ethyl acetate, pet ether, and water. These findings support the identification of Cymbidium aloifolium (L) SW and quality control measures. Further investigation is required to identify the specific phytochemical and the way in which it generates antioxidant activity.
Evaluation of Glucose Lowering Potential of Thiophen Flavonoid a Novel Synthetic Gama Benzopyrone
Authors: B Prabhulingayya , M Yasmeen , D Vijayakumar , N Akram , H Jayadev
Published: January 2025

The aim of the study was to investigate the hypoglycemic effects of a newly synthesized thiophen-flavonoid(NF) a gamma-benzopyran in both normal and diabetic Wister albino rats fed a high-fat diet. Synthesized the test drug Novel flavonoid (NF) by condensation fallowed by cyclization reaction (of 2 hydroxy acetophenone and thiophen carbaxaldehyde in alkaline medium) was used in this study. The OECD 425 standards were adhered to and Swiss albino mice were used in the acute toxicity testing of the drugs used in the NF test. The potential hypoglycemic effect of NF on normoglycaemic, glucose loaded, and Streptozotocin-induced hyperglycaemic rats fed on HFD, at 50, 100, and 200mg/kg p.o. body weight were evaluated. For comparison, metformin (100mg/kg) was used as standard. Promising results were obtained by the synthetic flavonoid (NF) treated animals at 100 to 200mg/kg p.o dose, and are comparable to the metformin treated groups. The study directs the scientific base for flavonoid test drugs like NF can be used in oxidative metabolic diseases such as diabetes mellitus.
Prevalence of Undiagnosed Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
Authors: Du Carissa , Zhao Daniel Zongliang , Ganti Latha
Published: January 2025

Background

Attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a disorder characterized by inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. Primary pharmacologic interventions include stimulants and non-stimulants. Diagnosing ADHD is typically more difficult in women due to a range of different symptoms between the sexes. Although ADHD has had more advocacy recently, misdiagnoses are still common, resulting in ADHD being mistaken for other disorders. This study aims to decipher the prevalence of undiagnosed ADHD.

Methods

A web-based survey was administered, comprising of a questionnaire derived from the Adult ADHD Self-Report Scale (ASRS-V1.1), and two additional questions formulated to determine whether the individual was initially diagnosed with ADHD and whether they take medications for it. The Adult ADHD Self-Report Scale is split into two parts where part A determines the symptoms and part B further probes into specific symptoms.

Results

Amongst the cohort of 200, the percentage undiagnosed ADHD was 14%. 61% were women, while 39% were men. The first two questions on the ASRS-V1.1, pertaining to task completion, were the most statistically significant results.

Conclusion

Although advocacy for ADHD has increased in the last twenty years, our study found that 14% of a layperson cohort are undiagnosed with ADHD. It appears that undiagnosed ADHD is more prevalent in women compared to men.
Case Report: Percutaneous Peripheral Nerve Stimulation for the Treatment of Occipital Neuralgia
Authors: Valenti Kayla , Robinson Christopher L , Orhurhu Vwaire , Mahmood Syed , Hasoon Jamal
Published: January 2025

Headaches are among the most prevalent medical complaints globally. Occipital neuralgia is a chronic headache disorder characterized by unilateral or bilateral severe pain originating in the neck or skull base and radiating up along the occipital nerve distribution. Effective treatment options for occipital neuralgia can be challenging and some patients may prove to be refractory to conventional medical and interventional therapies. We present a case report on a patient with severe occipital neuralgia that was refectory to conventional therapies that responded to percutaneous peripheral nerve stimulation.
Sourcing all the eggs from one basket: trade dependencies and import prices
Authors: Balteanu Irina , Schmidt Katja , Viani Francesca
Published: January 2025

Highly concentrated imports can be a source of vulnerability in an environment characterized by geopolitical tensions. In light of this concern, some recently adopted policies aim to dilute advanced economies’ import concentration for key products. Likewise, a tendency towards supplier diversification has been observed in firm surveys. In this paper, we study how countries’ import concentration in a few external providers affects import prices. Import concentration decreased in OECD countries in the last two decades, especially up to the global financial crisis, in the hyper-globalization period. For EU countries, integration in the single market was crucial to foster diversification also beyond the hyper-globalization years. Yet, for a number of strategic goods, imports tend to be more concentrated in geopolitically distant providers. Panel regression analysis based on granular trade data at the country-product level shows that high import concentration is associated with higher import prices, which supports the view that strongly concentrated markets correspond to low levels of competition. This effect tends to be more pronounced when a supplier country’s perceived market power is strong, i.e. for goods whose production is highly concentrated at the global level or for those that a country cannot (fully) produce by itself. The positive relationship between import concentration and import prices is less pronounced in high-technology industries, consistent with the notion that in these sectors a high concentration is also related to the presence of cost-efficiency effects owing to economies of scale. Exclusive trade relations, i.e. those in which the importer sources a product from one provider only, are associated with lower import prices and could therefore be costlier to break.
Cada persona trae su destino: entrevista con la poeta Consuelo Hernández
Authors: Ronderos Clara Eugenia
Published: January 2025

En esta entrevista la poeta colombiana Consuelo Hernández nos habla de su trabajo poético y de los cambios y migraciones que la llevaron del Peñol, Antioquia a Medellín y de allí al extranjero. Su itinerario de viajes y su obra sirven de eje para una reflexión sobre cuestiones escenciales de la escritura poética y su relación con el mundo en el que vivimos. Radicada en Washington DC, en los Estados Unidos, Hernandez escribe, piensa y siente en español y es una voz importante para la poesía colombiana contemporánea.
Persistent identifiers, random strings, and checksums
Authors: Fenner Martin
Published: January 2025

Continuing the work on streamlining the DOI assignment for new blog posts in the Rogue Scholar science blog archive, I discovered and fixed a major bug. Rogue Scholar DOIs strings are generated from a random number and include a checksum. It turns out that this checksum was wrong, affecting all Rogue Scholar posts generated with the commonmeta Go library between May 2024 and today.
Bandit-Based Multi-Agent Source Seeking with Safety Guarantees
Authors: Ji Zhibin , Zhu Dingqi , Du Bin
Published: January 2025

Article
Bandit-Based Multi-Agent Source Seeking with Safety Guarantees

Zhibin Ji † , Dingqi Zhu † and Bin Du *

College of Automation Engineering, Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics, Nanjing 211016, China
* Correspondence: iniesdu@nuaa.edu.cn
† These authors contributed equally to this work.
Received: 2 November 2024; Revised: 24 December 2024;Accepted: 26 December 2024; Published: 27 December 2024
 

Abstract: In this paper, we focus on a multi-agent source seeking problem where the safety of agents is characterized by a set of linear constraints. In particular, the safety constraints are also dependent on the unknown environment states, which makes the source seeking problem challenging to solve. To overcome such a challenge, we introduce a new notion of measurable path and then specify the reachability condition for all agents. A time-sequence of exploration is further introduced to help the agents to escape the stuck positions. To provide a performance guarantee for our source seeking algorithm, we perform the regret analysis and show a sub-linear cumulative regret. Finally, we evaluate the effectiveness of our SafeSearch algorithm through a set of simulations.
The Effect of Nursing Care Satisfaction on Illness Perception in Patients with Acute Coronary Syndrome
Authors: Uysal Nurcan , Aşıkoğlu Canan
Published: January 2025

Objective: This study was conducted as a descriptive, correlational and cross-sectional study to examine the perception of illness in patients with acute coronary syndrome.

Methods: The study was carried out in the cardiology services of the training and research hospital. The data of the study were collected with the "Socio-Demographic and İllness Characteristics Information Form of the Patients", "Newcastle Satisfaction with Nursing Scale” and "Illness Perception Questionnaire". The sample of the study consisted of 377 patients followed up with acute coronary syndrome. Kolmogorov-Smirnov, Kruskal Wallies, Mann Whitney U, Spearman correlation analyzes were used to evaluate the data.

Results: It was determined that the patients included in the study experienced pain (96.3%) in the first rank according to the illness symptom (identity) dimension of the Illness Perception Questionnaire. According to the mean scores of the illness perception dimensions, “Emotional Representations” was the highest with 24.94±5.66, and the highest “Risk Factors” with 20.29±5.22 in the sub-dimension point averages for the causes of the illness. The mean score of the patients according to the Newcastle Satisfaction with Nursing Scale was determined as 80.91±17.36. It was determined that there was a weakly significant positive correlation between Newcastle Satisfaction with Nursing Scale and the Duration (acute / chronic) and Results sub-dimensions of Illness Perception Questionnaire (P<0.001).

Conclusion: Patients demonstrate that they believe acute coronary syndrome is a chronic illness with serious consequences. In line with the results, it is suggested that nurses should plan service at a level that improves the care of patients' perceptions of illness.
The Association of SGLT-2 inhibitors (Empagliflozin) with the development of hypernatremic dehydration: a case report
Authors:   Department of Internal Medicine, Hospital San Pedro, Logroño, Spain, Alegre-González Diana , García-Guerreros Sandra ,   Department of Internal Medicine, Hospital San Pedro, Logroño, Spain, Martínez-Hernández Sara ,   Department of Internal Medicine, Hospital San Pedro, Logroño, Spain, Brito-Díaz Ana Yasmina ,   Department of Internal Medicine, Hospital San Pedro, Logroño, Spain, Casañas-Martínez Marta ,   Department of Internal Medicine, Hospital San Pedro, Logroño, Spain, Baeza-Trinidad Ramón ,   Department of Internal Medicine, Hospital San Pedro, Logroño, Spain
Published: January 2025

Sodium-Glucose-Cotransporter -2 inhibitors (SGLT2 inhibitors) are a new class of drugs that reduce blood glucose levels by increasing glucose excretion and lowering blood pressure through natriuresis and plasma volumen contraction. Due to their beneficial effects, they are currently used in treatment of both diabetes mellitus and heart failure, leading to widespread use in recent years. Here, we present a case of a patient who experienced severe hypernatremic dehydration related to the initiation of treatment with iSGLT2 inhibitors.
EMOTIONAL DISTRESS AND SELF-EFFICACY AMONG HEPATITIS C PATIENTS
Authors: BIBI S , SADDIQUE H , TASNEEM SS
Published: January 2025

Hepatitis C is a major public health concern in Pakistan, significantly affecting patients' psychological and behavioral well-being. Emotional distress and low self-efficacy among hepatitis C patients can negatively influence disease management and overall quality of life. This study aimed to evaluate emotional distress and self-efficacy levels among hepatitis C patients in a tertiary care hospital. Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted with 117 patients diagnosed with hepatitis C. Participants were selected through convenience sampling, and data were collected using a structured questionnaire assessing demographic characteristics, emotional distress, and self-efficacy. Statistical analysis was performed using SPSS version 26, with a p-value of <0.05 considered significant. Results: The findings revealed high levels of emotional distress, with 47% of participants frequently feeling tense and 49.6% occasionally experiencing fear. Self-efficacy scores were low, as 46.2% of participants were "not at all confident" in discussing their illness with their doctor. Younger patients exhibited better self-efficacy, while female participants reported higher emotional distress. Significant gaps in patient education and communication with healthcare providers were identified. Conclusion: Emotional distress and low self-efficacy are prevalent among hepatitis C patients in Pakistan, emphasizing the need for integrated psychological support and educational interventions in routine care. Strengthening patient-provider communication and implementing scalable mental health programs can enhance treatment adherence and patient outcomes.
The High Cabal and the Lynch Mob: Exploring Conspiracism Through René Girard’s Scapegoating Theory
Authors: Gagné Michel Jacques
Published: January 2025

Conspiracy theories (CTs) and the communities who espouse them share several similarities with high-control (i.e., cultish) religious groups. CTs also serve as powerful vehicles for the disempowered and disenchanted to “speak truth to power.” Like many cultish groups, communities of self-identified “conspiracy researchers” frequently indulge in various forms of disinformation to assert their moral outrage and vindicate their feelings of victimhood, namely through distorting and mythologizing the past and scapegoating their perceived enemies. This essay explores the relationship between political paranoia, stigmatized knowledge, and feelings of helplessness through the lens of the French-American literary anthropologist René Girard’s theory of mimetic violence (also known as his scapegoating theory) and addresses some of the causes and solutions that can help those attracted to conspiracist explanations avoid the traps of cultish epistemology.

Keywords: Conspiracy Theories, Scapegoating, Mimetic violence, René Girard, Cultishness, Paranoia, Stigmatized knowledge
Understanding the Traumatic Narcissism Theory and its Clinical Utility
Authors: Shaw Daniel
Published: January 2025

This paper sets forth the Traumatic Narcissism Theory and will define and clarify the following terms: traumatic narcissism; narcissistic abuse; the traumatizing narcissist; the traumatizing narcissist’s relational system of subjugation. The Traumatic Narcissism Theory is intended for the treatment of victims of narcissistic abuse, distinguishing it from other psychoanalytic theories intended for the treatment of pathological narcissism and individuals diagnosed with Narcissistic Personality Disorder. This paper identifies eight specific abusive behaviors deployed by the traumatizing narcissist that are subjugating and traumatizing.

Keywords: Traumatic Narcissism Theory; traumatizing narcissist; narcissistic abuse; the traumatizing narcissist’s relational system of subjugation
Development of Learning Media for Children's Art Periodization for PGSD Students as a Strategy for Optimizing the Competencies of Future Educators
Authors: Najah Rusyada Gozin , Hidayat Irfan
Published: January 2025

Primary education plays an important role in preparing the younger generation to face future challenges. In the context of art education, understanding the periodization of children's art is the key for educators in teaching art appropriately according to the stage of children's development. This research aims to develop learning media that can strengthen the understanding of prospective educators about the periodization of children's arts. This research uses a research and development (R&D) approach with the ADDIE (Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, Evaluation) model. Data analysis includes evaluations of the product assessment and learning outcomes. The data analysis process uses a descriptive quantitative method. The results of the study indicate that the developed learning media can improve students' understanding of children's art periodization. Prior to using the media, most students had not yet achieved learning mastery, but after using the media, 31 out of 32 students achieved mastery. Expert validation shows that the developed media and material are very feasible to use. Therefore, this learning media has proven effective in improving learning outcomes and understanding of children's art periodization
Hill Stations in Vietnam During the French Colonial Period: The Case Study of Tam Dao
Authors: Tran Xuan Hung
Published: January 2025

In the process of colonial conquest, beside political and economic strategies, Western powers continually sought to establish hill stations as “sanctuaries from the death in the tropics”. By the late 19th and early 20th centuries, French colonialism in Vietnam intensified their exploration and search for places in the midlands and mountainous areas to establish hill stations. These stations served as retreats for vacationing, recuperation, and cure during summers, eliminating the need for travel to distant lands. This article aims to answer the question of the reasons and conditions that led the colonial authorities to choose locations for establishing these mountain resorts. It elucidates the process of formation and development of Tam Dao (Vinh Yen province), in comparison with Da Lat (Central Highlands) and Sapa (Northwest region). The article contributes to sparking further research on this intriguing topic in the modern history of Vietnam, particularly in Vĩnh Yên.
Modern Japan-Vietnam’s Relations: Trends and Problems
Authors: Kistanov Valerii O.
Published: January 2025

The article examines the state and prospects of relations between Japan and Vietnam, two key East Asian states, in the trade and economic field, as well as in the field of security in the context of the international situation in the Asia-Pacific region. By now, the two countries have become closely linked in both trade and investment. Japan and Vietnam have complementary economic structures and comparative advantages that create opportunities for the development of mutually beneficial economic relations. Vietnam is a very attractive target for Japanese investment and the largest recipient of Japanese ODA (Official Development Assistance). At the same time, Vietnamese investments are beginning to flow into the high-tech sector of the Japanese economy. An important factor in the bilateral ties is the large number of Vietnamese labour migrants in Japan.
In light of the growing confrontation between the United States and China, relations with Japan are becoming an important direction of Hanoi's multi-vector foreign policy, called “bamboo diplomacy”. In recent years the two countries’ cooperation in the field of security has come to the fore in the overall complex of bilateral relations with the goal of jointly opposing China’s “maritime expansion”. The important role of two countries for each other in the basic areas of international cooperation in the foreseeable future will increase and create prerequisites for the emergence of an informal Tokyo-Hanoi axis.
Recent Results of Vietnam’s Human Rights Diplomacy and Remarkable Evidence
Authors: Phung Chi Kien , Nguyen Lan Nguyen , Le Minh Quang
Published: January 2025

Vietnam’s human rights protection in general and human rights diplomacy in particular have achieved many positive results in recent years. However, some Western reports issued in early 2024 still make unobjective comments about Vietnam’s efforts. This article is made to clarify Vietnam’s views and achievements in human rights diplomacy over the past time, in which the results of vaccine diplomacy during the COVID-19 pandemic to realize the statement “Leave No One Behind” and the settlement of international issues on religion-human rights will be analyzed in detail to prove it. The article also draws some relevant experiences and implications to further improve the effectiveness of human rights diplomacy in Vietnam in the coming time.
Vietnam’s Servicisation Policy – A Case Study of “Post Hoc” Policy Development
Authors: Fforde Adam
Published: January 2025

The focus of this paper is to try to find out what has happened to Prime Minister’s Decision No. 531/QD-TTg “Approving the general strategy for development of the Vietnamese services sector for 2021-2030, and the vision for the period to 2050” [1/4/2021]. This has been done primarily by examining relevant official documents, accessed through the large online database https://thuvienphapluat.vn; this is easily searchable and offers paid translations of official documents, though here the author use Vietnamese language texts and give his own translations. The author also reports what appears to have been happening to GDP, and the results of a cursory look at the topic online (searching in Vietnamese). The policy, as there seems to be as yet no clear articulated instrumental narrative, yet a clear focus on supporting an existing trend, appears to ‘follow reality’ and can therefore be labelled “post hoc”.
The ancient capital of Vietnam through the eyes of modern scholars
Authors: Kandyba Alexander V.
Published: January 2025

The review examines the book “Discovering Vietnam’s Ancient Capital. The Archaeology and History of the Imperial Citadel of Thang Long–Hanoi”, published in 2024 in Singapore. The discovery at the beginning of the XXI century and further archaeological excavations of the Thang Long citadel in Hanoi became one of the most important stages in the study of the history and culture of Vietnam. Vietnamese and foreign experts in various fields of humanitarian studies – history and archaeology, chronology and reconstruction of the historical past – participated in the preparation of this monograph.
Las elecciones generales de 2015 y 2016.
Authors:   Universidad País Vasco, Llera Ramo Francisco J. , Baras Montserrat ,   Universidad Autónoma de Barcelona, Montabes Pereira Juan ,   Universidad de Granada
Published: January 2025

Esta publicación está integrada por una veintena de aproximaciones, académicamente rigurosas, a los procesos electorales y sus consecuencias políticas que tuvieron lugar en España con las elecciones generales de 2015 y su repetición en el verano de 2016. Es la primera vez que se activan las previsiones constitucionales de repetición de unas elecciones por la imposibilidad de cumplir una de las funciones básicas de las mismas: la formación de Gobierno. Este proceso ha constituido una experiencia novedosa en los ciclos electorales habidos en España hasta el momento para la elección de los miembros de las Cortes Generales y, muy especialmente, del Congreso de los Diputados. Junto con ello, las transformaciones habidas en el sistema de partidos español y su diversificación territorial, principal consecuencia de la incorporación de nuevos actores en la arena de competición nacional, les confieren otra singularidad añadida a los procesos que se desarrollan entre el otoño/invierno de 2015 y la primavera/verano de 2016. Los treinta y dos autores de estos veintiún capítulos son profesores e investigadores de probada trayectoria académica y profesional en una docena de universidades y centros de investigación, pertenecientes a grupos de investigación de reconocido prestigio en este campo, particularmente, el equipo interuniversitario del Observatorio Político Autonómico (OPA). Con una pluralidad metodológica y de enfoques, así como de análisis multinivel, la obra completa un amplio y variado cuadro analítico, que no deja fuera del objetivo ningún aspecto relevante del comportamiento electoral de la sociedad española.
Occupational Health and Safety in Beekeeping: An Analysis of Bayburt and the Upper Çoruh Valley
Authors: Özdemir Mustafa , Yıldızlar Osman
Published: January 2025

Beekeeping is an agricultural activity closely intertwined with nature and involves various occupational risk factors. This study examines stationary and migratory beekeepers' occupational health and safety risks in the Bayburt and Upper Çoruh Valley regions. The research evaluates the chemical, physical, biological, and ergonomic risks beekeepers face and analyses their potential adverse effects on beekeepers’ health and public health. It is noted that the use of antibiotics and pesticides poses a risk of residue in honey, potentially affecting the food chain and leading to occupational diseases. Using the Fine-Kinney risk analysis method, evaluations were conducted in 13 apiaries, identifying 17 risks: 5 ergonomic, 4 physical, 6 chemical, and 2 biological. Among these risks, heavy lifting and repetitive movements were prominent in terms of ergonomic risks, pesticide and antibiotic use in terms of chemical risks, apiary site safety and traffic accidents in terms of physical risks, and bee stings and wild animal attacks in terms of biological risks. The study emphasises the need to enhance occupational health and safety measures in the beekeeping sector and to adopt more modern production methods.
Custom TTA Operations for Accelerating the Ascon Encryption Algorithm
Authors: Akçay Latif
Published: January 2025

Lightweight cryptography is becoming increasingly important in modern applications, especially in resource-constrained environments such as Internet of Things (IoT) devices, embedded systems and mobile platforms. The Ascon encryption algorithm is a modern, secure and efficient cryptographic scheme that meets the demands of low-power devices. However, some steps of the algorithm are computationally intensive, leading to performance issues. In this study, custom operations are proposed to accelerate the Ascon encryption algorithm on Transport-Triggered Architecture (TTA) processors. In order to make more efficient use of hardware resources, the custom operations are designed to have low complexity and high efficiency. The OpenASIP tool was employed to integrate the operations into a general purpose 64-bit TTA processor. The resulting application-specific core was implemented in Hardware Description Language (HDL) and synthesised for FPGA. The performance gain is analysed for different transport bus configurations. The results obtained show that the Ascon-AEAD128 encryption and decryption phases are accelerated by 38% to 50%. When evaluated together with the synthesis results, a significant performance gain was achieved with a very reasonable increase in hardware resources. The study also emphasises that the TTA is a suitable method for accelerating cryptographic applications that require low power consumption and high efficiency.
Trends in the regional development of medium-sized municipalities with a population between 10 and 50 thousand in Eastern Bulgaria
Authors: Petrov Kamen , Tsonkov Nikolay
Published: January 2025

This article is devoted to the medium-sized municipalities of Eastern Bulgaria, which play an important role in forming the backbone of the Bulgarian regional economy in the context of the ongoing processes of transformation, optimization, structuring, and integration of Bulgarian society into the European Union. Thus, the study shows the extent to which these municipalities can play a strategic role in the systematization of regional development, and hence the formatting of a new geo-economic model of the functioning of the Bulgarian socio-economic space. Relevant comparisons, assessments, and analyses are made of medium-sized municipalities, which have a role to play in supporting large municipalities while simultaneously playing a pulling role towards smaller municipalities. Recommendations are drawn for modeling a new socio-economic development of the national territory from a pan-European perspective.
BIST ULAŞTIRMA ENDEKSİNDEKİ FİRMALARIN FİNANSAL PERFORMANSLARININ ENTROPİ VE WASPAS TABANLI ENTEGRE MODEL İLE DEĞERLENDİRİLMESİ
Authors: Durmuş Cem Niyazi
Published: January 2025

Bu çalışmanın amacı, Borsa İstanbul Ulaştırma Endeksi'nde (XULAS) işlem gören firmaların finansal performanslarını analiz etmektir. Endeksteki firmaların finansal durumuna yönelik derinlemesine bilgi sunması ve buna bağlı olarak yönetimsel ve yatırım stratejilerinin geliştirilmesine katkı sağlamasıaçısından da önemli olan bu çalışmada, çok kriterli karar verme (ÇKKV) yöntemlerinden Entropi ve WASPAS (Weighted Aggregated Sum Product Assessment) yöntemlerini içeren entegre bir model kullanılmıştır. Entropi yöntemi ile belirlenen kriterlerin ağırlıklandırılmaları yapılırken, WASPAS yöntemi ile firmaların finansal performansları sıralanmıştır. Çalışmada önerilen bu entegre model, geleneksel yöntemlerin ötesinde, daha objektif ve güvenilir bir analiz olduğunu belirleyebilmek adına, model ayrıca duyarlılık analizi ile de test edilmiştir. Endeksteki firmaların 2023 yılına ait mali tablolarından elde edilen finansal oranlarla yapılan araştırmanın sonuçlarına göre en etkin kriterin “Özsermaye Kârlılığı” olduğu ve en başarılı firmanın da Pegasus Hava Taşımacılık A.Ş. olduğu gözlemlenmiştir.
From Table to Home: Analyzing the Material Culture of Pagsa-Sharon Practice in Catanduanes Island, Philippines
Authors:   Associate Professor V/Director, Sentro ng Wika at Kultura  Catanduanes State University/College of Humanities and Social Sciences  Sentro ng Wika at Kulturang Filipino, Virac, Catanduanes, Balunsay Jovert R.
Published: January 2025

The cultural landscape of Catanduanes reveals a unique tradition known as pagsa-Sharon, which embodies the practice of wrapping and sharing food during social gatherings that commemorate significant life events, such as weddings, birthdays, and baptisms. ​This study explores the cultural dimensions surrounding pagsa-Sharon, focusing particularly on its material culture.​ Central to this exploration are the edible offerings, which, when artistically prepared, reflect culinary expertise and carry profound cultural significance. The manner of wrapping these foods—along with the choice of materials and decorative elements—constitutes an integral aspect of the region's tangible heritage, revealing a deep connection to local customs.

Moreover, the study extends to the array of items brought home from these events, whether they serve as symbolic tokens or practical mementos. The findings also highlight the varied roles of participants in this communal practice, including the creators of the food, recipients of the offerings, and the roles these individuals play within the gatherings’ social dynamics. Notably, the study addresses the types of gatherings where pagsa-Sharon is prominent, allowing for insights into how this practice adapts across different contexts.

Additionally, the concept of "Gathering Takeaways" or "Wrapped Offerings" emerges as a significant component of shared cultural joy and exchange. By analyzing the categorization of food items into cooked and uncooked, along with non-food categories including beverages and objects, this research elucidates the comprehensive cultural fabric woven through these gatherings. The insights gained reveal not only the culinary preferences of the community but also the vital role of social connection and cultural identity in the practice of pagsa-Sharon, highlighting its dynamic nature and enduring relevance in the communal life of Catanduanes.
The impact of technological innovation on Australia's economic growth and business competitiveness
Authors: Abraham Archie
Published: January 2025

This research explores the impact of technological innovation on economic growth and business competitiveness in Australia. It examines the relationship between technological advancements and productivity, the role of government policies in fostering innovation, and the challenges and opportunities faced by Australian businesses in the digital era. A mixed-methods approach was used, combining quantitative data analysis with qualitative insights, to provide a comprehensive understanding of the subject. The findings highlight the transformative role of technology in driving Australia's economic development while addressing barriers that impede its widespread adoption.
The relationship of thinking patterns associated with the two halves of the brain to the skills of handling and suppression in indoor soccer for female students of the College of Physical Education and Sports Sciences
Authors: Mashkoor Nahida Hamed , Othman Intisar Ahmed
Published: January 2025

The aim of the research was to identify the learning and thinking patterns of the two halves of the brain among first-year female students in the College of Physical Education and Sports Sciences. The researchers used the descriptive approach using the correlational method, due to its suitability to the nature of the research problem, as the sample of the research was first-year female students in the College of Physical Education and Sports Sciences - University of Basra. The researchers relied on building a scale of the two halves of the brain as well as several tests. The researchers concluded that the diagnostic scale of learning and thinking patterns associated with the two halves of the brain showed the dominance of the left pattern of thinking, followed by the right pattern. They also recommended organizing and diversifying educational content and teaching methods in a way that develops the characteristics of the two halves of the brain together, which contributes to improving the ability to perform skills well.