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Effectiveness of Mindfulness in Reducing Stress and Anxiety during Technological Change: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Authors: Marqués Mariola Pérez 
Published: December 2024

Abstract
This study investigates the effectiveness of mindfulness-based interventions in reducing stress and anxiety among technology professionals during the implementation of significant technological changes within their organization. It is designed as a randomized controlled trial (RCT) with four assessment points (baseline, post-intervention, and follow-ups at 3 and 6 months), where 64 participants, including software developers, systems engineers, and data analysts, were randomized to either a mindfulness-based intervention group (n = 32) or a waitlist control group (n = 32). Stress levels were measured using the Perceived Stress Scale (PSS), and anxiety levels were assessed with the Beck Anxiety Inventory (BAI). Significant reductions in stress and anxiety were observed post-intervention, and these improvements were maintained during the follow-up assessments, confirming the effectiveness and sustained benefits of mindfulness-based interventions in managing stress and anxiety associated with technological change.
Academic Book Reviews: Who’s Writing and Citing What in Linguistics?
Authors: Spier Troy E. 
Published: December 2024

Abstract
From narrating to informing to evaluating, academic book reviews are an important contribution to the scholarly world. While the review of a book written for popular consumption can impact its success, the academic book review enables authors and readers to engage in a dialogue concerning the merits of a given work and areas for improvement or expansion through subsequent research. This paper explores over four-thousand book reviews published over an almost thirty-year period on The LINGUIST List, recognizing the reviewing ‘landscape,’ the reviewers’ qualifications, the temporal distance between publication of the book and its review, and the usage of external references.
Abbreviation and its Place in the Word-Formation System of Contemporary English Language
Authors: Hurskaya Volha 
Published: December 2024

Abstract
The primary aim of this research is to study abbreviation as a word-formation process and identify its specificity. To achieve this aim, the following objectives were formulated and addressed: identification of the main methods of word formation in contemporary English; determination of the place of abbreviation in the word-formation system of modern English; identification of the main types of abbreviations; description of the characteristics of each kind; analysis of the structural and semantic organization of initialisms in contemporary English. The research was based on a complete Oxford Advanced Learner’s Dictionary (2023) sampling method and involved the analysis of 635 initial abbreviations that were categorized according to their structural and semantic characteristics.
The Importance of Being… George
Authors: Alexandru Sandor Cristian 
Published: December 2024

Abstract
The paper aims to investigate the life and reign of King George VI as a cultural personality. Firstly, I will look at the personal aspect. Destined for life as a Prince, he was marred from early childhood by a terrible stammer, thus being regarded with pity by his subjects. However, soon after the death of his father, Prince Albert was crowned King. Secondly, historically speaking, the prospects of WWII were already looming in the horizon and the British Monarchy needed a trustworthy King. That was when his figure stepped into the light and he became symbol of British resistance.
From Infamous to Famous: The Portrayal of Historical Figures in Modern TV Series – Between Rehabilitation and Celebrity Culture. The Case of Henry VIII and Cesare Borgia
Authors: Cadar Valentina-Ioana 
Published: December 2024

Abstract
Recent historical revisionist tendencies have significantly influenced modern audiences’ views towards certain historical figures that have been regarded for centuries in a negative light, as new insights into their lives and times have motivated the realm of fiction to approach their stories from a different angle. This article aims to look at the portrayals of Henry VIII and Cesare Borgia, as their image emerges from two recent historical TV series, “The Spanish Princess” (2019), and “The Borgias” (2011), and to discuss how these representations become embodiments of nostalgia, by analysing the historical inaccuracies attributed to these characters and trying to account for the significance behind them.
Teaching Technical Translation in the Digital Era: Challenges and Expectations
Authors: Grigoraş Cornelia-Patricia 
Published: December 2024

Abstract
Several seminar studies explain the importance of technical translation today, as 90% of the global market of translations is represented by technical translations (Kingscott 2002:247). The need for research on this was also signalled by Romanian scholars like Daniel Dejica, Loredana Pungă, Georgiana Badea, and Titela Vîlceanu (Dejica et al. 2022), who showed that there are only a few Ph.D. theses which investigate this type of LSP translation in Romania. This article is part of an ongoing Ph.D. research whose aims are: to develop effective teaching and learning methods, to focus on the state-ofthe-art teaching of technical translation today, and to highlight future research directions.
Songs at Work – The Case of “Hataraku Saibō”’S English Dub
Authors: Putnoky Andrea 
Published: December 2024

Abstract
A case study of a Japanese anime opening, the following article analyses the choices made by the translator of the English dub. In order to assess the quality of the target product, three main frameworks are employed, namely the pentathlon of criteria by Low pertaining to songs, the synchronisation types defined by Chaume in regards to dubbing, as well as the general translation techniques suggested by Vinay and Darbelnet. By identifying specific translation difficulties and the solutions employed in this case study, a better understanding of the Japanese-English audiovisual translation field may be gained, aiding potential translators.
Literal or Literary Machine Translation? Case Study: Winnie-The-Pooh
Authors: Rădoi Alina 
Published: December 2024

Abstract
Despite its widespread commercial use, machine translation has been sparsely employed on literary works, especially on children’s literature. This study focuses on reader comprehension of a chapter from Winnie-the-Pooh translated from English into Romanian using DeepL. Machine translation evaluation should focus not only on fluency and adequacy, but also on how readers perceive the target text. Twenty-five participants have annotated the passages that were difficult to understand and those that were logical but contained grammatical or stylistic errors. The survey ended with three comprehensibility and three MT user opinion questions.
Carrier Material and Microbial Selection for Enhanced Methane Production in Ex-Situ Biomethanation
Authors: Kusnere Zane , Laipniece Lauma , Liberova Veronika , Lauka Dace 
Published: December 2024

Abstract
Choosing the appropriate carrier material for ex-situ biomethanation is a critical factor to consider when developing biogas upgrading technologies. The chosen material for biomethanation in a biotrickling filter reactor functions as a substrate that immobilises microorganisms, which act as catalysts in the reaction for producing biomethane. This study conducted experiments on waste-derived materials, including glass foam and vulcanised wood ash material, in addition to polyurethane foam and expanded clay pellets. The manometric test measured the rate of CH4 generation by quantifying pressure fluctuations. The results were confirmed by analysing final product gas samples using gas chromatography. To enhance the biomethane concentration in the end product, a strain of Methanobacterium alcaliphilum was evaluated alongside biogas digestate as the inoculum. This Methanobacterium alcaliphilum strain is a methanogen that utilises hydrogen and can thrive in a high pH environment. Thus, it has the potential to demonstrate improved biomethane production outcomes when a vulcanised wood ash material is used as the carrier material. Glass foam demonstrated excellent methane yields (up to 84 %), while vulcanized wood ash material was unsuitable due to its alkaline properties and inhibitory effects on microbial growth. Biogas digestate outperformed Methanobacterium alcaliphilum monoculture as inoculum, highlighting the need for further research on microbial community optimization, especially in larger reactor systems. These findings contribute to advancing sustainable biomethanation technologies and promoting circular economy principles.
Application of the Hooper Index in monitoring training load and player well-being: a theoretical review on performance optimization in soccer
Authors: Barčák Patrik 
Published: December 2024

Abstract

Introduction and aim.
The aim of this study was to explore the significance of monitoring training processes using the Hooper Index (HI) and its impact on performance optimization and injury prevention among soccer players.

Materials and Methods.
A systematic approach was used to identify and review studies focusing on the application of HI in soccer. Databases such as PubMed, ScienceDirect, and Google Scholar were searched using keywords like “soccer,” “training,” “Hooper Index,” and “sports performance.” Studies were selected based on their focus on competitive soccer players and their analysis of HI values in relation to sleep quality, stress, fatigue, and delayed onset muscle soreness. This review provided a foundation for interpreting the role of HI in optimizing training processes.

Results.
Monitoring the training process is key to optimizing performance and preventing injuries in soccer. The HI is a reliable tool for assessing players’ fatigue, stress, and recovery. Regular monitoring enables dynamic training adjustments, reducing the risk of overload and improving readiness. High HI values negatively affect speed, strength, and endurance, emphasizing the importance of balancing training and recovery. Factors such as fatigue, poor sleep, and muscle soreness are closely linked to injury risk, especially during intense match schedules or intense training periods. Lower training loads before matches enhance performance, while sudden increases in intensity elevate injury risks. HI trends indicate that players well-being is lowest during preparatory phases, with increased stress and slower recovery observed after away games. Adjusting training based on HI ensures readiness and supports sustained performance throughout the season.

Conclusion.
In conclusion, HI is a practical and accessible tool for effectively managing the training process. It supports players’ physical readiness and well-being while reducing injury risks and enhancing long-term performance outcomes on the field.
Exclusionary Rule of Illegal Evidence Under China’s Criminal Procedure Law and Recommendations for Vietnam
Authors: Quyen Vu Thi 
Published: December 2024

Abstract
The exclusion of evidence aims to protect individuals from illegal evidence-collection activities of competent authorities, thereby protecting their legitimate rights and interests. In the judicial reform in recent years in China, the exclusion of evidence has gained great attention from experts, lawmakers, and authorities. This paper explores the process of making and developing the Chinese criminal procedure law on evidence exclusion. On that basis, the author compares and proposes recommendations to enhance Vietnamese criminal procedure law on relevant issues.
Implementing Multi-Tiered Dispute Resolution Clauses: Recommendations for Vietnam
Authors: Tuan Nguyen Manh 
Published: December 2024

Abstract
In most commercial contracts, the parties often prioritize the application of measures to resolve conflicts in good faith such as dispute resolution board or mediation prior to arbitration (also known as alternative dispute resolution, ADR). Problems occur when one of the parties does not comply with the pre-arbitration proceedings designed in the contract. Currently, the 2010 Law on Commercial Arbitration does not clearly stipulate the validity and enforceability of the multi-tiered clause, leading to different courts making different decisions on the consequences of violating the pre-arbitration agreement. This paper analyzes the practice of the arbitral tribunals and the courts concerning the issue of application of multi-tiered clauses leading to arbitration in order to propose recommendations for amendments to the 2010 Law on Commercial Arbitration.
Understanding of Hydropower Development in the Greater Mekong: A Sustainable Pathway or an Unacceptable Cost?
Authors: Anh Nguyen Thi Kim 
Published: December 2024

Abstract
Since the 1960s, hydropower has been seen as key to poverty reduction, energy security, and economic growth in the Mekong region. However, uncontrolled construction on the river’s mainstream and tributaries poses significant risks to safety, economy, human rights, and the environment, prompting concerns about the true “sustainability” of hydropower development. In the scope of this study, the author focuses on the energy development policy of the Greater Mekong Subregion and emphasizes the importance of assessing the long-term impacts on multiple aspects, especially the cross-border environmental impacts of mega-hydropower construction on the Mekong mainstream to ensure the sustainable development goals that this region is aiming for.
“The Vision Splendid"
Authors: Cotter Graeme 
Published: December 2024

This paper takes its lead from the Federal Government publication ‘Future Made in Australia’ (2024), and critiques Government plans to make Australia ‘an indispensable part of global supply chains’. In view of the Government objective of making Australia a ‘Renewable Energy Superpower’ from a manufacturing base of clean energy technologies, renewable hydrogen, green metals, and low-carbon liquid fuels, the paper reviews some of the comparative advantages Australia possesses that might make this vision a reality. It also highlights from a historical perspective, some of the disadvantages that might inhibit fulfillment of the Government plans.
Following a narrative literature review methodology, the paper finds that any revival of manufacturing in Australia to engage global supply chains would face a steep challenge due to Australia’s high wage structure. On a brighter note, possibilities in clean energy domestic manufacturing appear promising. Government plans to achieve 82% renewable energy in electricity grids by 2030 look to be achievable if the present Government retains office, and appropriate public support is forthcoming. Green hydrogen/ammonia power generation looks almost certain to replace aging coal plants, again provided support is appropriate in the critical development stages.
On present analysis, this paper finds that Government support and financial assistance to industry towards eventual Renewable Energy Superpower status appears to be substantially less than required for a home-grown industry to develop. International investment partnerships would appear to be the only avenue forward if Australia is to realise its comparative advantage of wide open spaces and abundant wind and sun.
Clinical evaluation of a topical ceramide lotion on skin hydration and skin barrier in healthy volunteers with dry skin
Authors: Aich Biswajit , Kumbhar Preeti , Muchhala Snehal , Sanghavi Arti , Katare Sagar , Kotak Bhavesh 
Published: December 2024

Objectives:
Ceramides are epidermal lipids important for normal skin barrier function. Reduced ceramide content is associated with dry skin and atopic dermatitis (AD) due to increased transepidermal water loss (TEWL) and worsening symptoms. Topical ceramide application restores barrier function and improves hydration by reducing TEWL. The objective of the present study was to evaluate the effect of a test product on skin hydration and TEWL on the volar forearms of adults, by comparing measurements at 12 and 24 h post-application.

Materials and Methods:
This single-center and non-randomized study evaluated the effect of Venusia CeraPlus lotion on volar forearms in volunteers with dry skin. Primary outcomes included MoistureMeterSC reading for hydration and VapoMeter reading for TEWL at 12- and 24-h post-application, comparing occluded and unoccluded sites.

Results:
The study enrolled 32 subjects with a mean age of 34.03 ± 9.41 years, out of which 87.5% were female. Application of Venusia CeraPlus lotion enhanced skin hydration compared to the control under both occluded and unoccluded conditions. Hydration increased from 13.57 ± 2.67 at baseline to 31.61 ± 11.34 at 12 h and 36.36 ± 10.77 at 24 h under occlusion (P < 0.001). TEWL was lower at the test site, with VapoMeter readings of 3.08 ± 2.32 at 24 h compared to 4.54 ± 2.76 at the control site, suggesting that the test product effectively preserved skin hydration and reduced TEWL compared to the control. No adverse reactions were reported.

Conclusion:
This study demonstrates that Venusia CeraPlus Lotion effectively maintains optimal skin hydration for up to 24 h and enhances barrier function, making it a promising option for treating dry skin and improving overall skin health in adults.
Water erosion of soils from runoff of melt snow water in agrolandscapes of southeastern Tomsk Oblast
Authors: Evseeva N. S. , Petrov A. I. , Hon A. V. , Kashiro M. A. , Kvasnikova Z. N. 
Published: December 2024

The article presents the results of long-term studies of water erosion of soils from meltwater runoff in agricultural landscapes of the southeast of Tomsk Oblast. Soil erosion is one of the main processes that contribute to the destruction of the soil cover and negatively affect environmental and food security. Therefore, the study of dangerous processes of soil degradation under the inﬂuence of precipitation washout is a relevant scientiﬁc area, which is reﬂected in the program of fundamental scientiﬁc research in the Russian Federation for the long term. The assessment of the intensity of soil erosion in the Basandaika River basin was carried out on the basis of long-term studies using an integrated approach, including semi-stationary and route observations. It was found that the intensity of snowmelt and the development of soil erosion in the study area depend on a combination of natural and anthropogenic factors, such as slope exposure, steepness, microrelief, agricultural background, soil freezing depth, snow cover thickness and density. It was found that the highest intensity of soil erosion is observed on southern slopes, especially in years with active snowmelt on harrowed fallow land. Thus, the highest value of soil erosion for the period from 1988 to 2024 on southern slopes of agricultural lands was observed near forest belts and reached 40-80 m3/ha for fallow land, and 0.5-3 m3/ha for stubble and grass. Alternating strips of stubble and fallow land on arable land signiﬁcantly reduces the intensity of erosion. The values of the modules of maximum soil erosion of a given annual probability of exceedance for different key areas were determined. Such studies are necessary for developing recommendations for optimizing agrotechnical measures and models for predicting the development of soil erosion in the context of global climate change.
A Residue Number System (Rns) Anti-Codon Table for Protein Synthesis
Authors: Akanbasiam J. A. , Boateng K. O. , Addo M. G. , Ngala D. K. , Akanlu S. A. 
Published: December 2024

Purpose: This study aims to optimise the representation and processing of genetic information through RNS encoding.
Design/Methodology/Approach: The RNS anti-codon table is constructed as a table of RNS genetic code using the concept of number trees. The complementarity of bases suggests the swap of bases leading to the generation of 64 anti-codons for all possible codons of the genetic code. These are algorithmically reduced to less than 40 known anti-codons due to wobbling.
Findings: The finding indicates that the decimal values change as the moduli sets vary, but the residue digits remain the same. Codons and anti-codons are static with some bases, in this case, moduli set and vary with the third base.
Research Limitations: The current RNS implementation may experience overflow issues when dealing with extensive protein sequences and difficulty in verifying results across different organism types
Practical Implications: This research answers the compelling cases of a quarternary number system in molecular biology applications. In the era of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and machine learning and the desire for gene editing, gene therapy, and personalised medicine, digital implementations are enhanced with number systems.
Social Implication: The findings demonstrate the far-reaching impact of implementing RNS anti-codon tables in protein synthesis, highlighting the need for careful consideration and planning in its deployment and integration into society.
Originality/ Value: This research represents a significant departure from conventional approaches to genetic information processing, introducing multiple layers of innovation that advance theoretical understanding and practical applications in the field.
Access to Credit and Loan Repayment by Households of Non-Farmers in Nigeria: New Evidence from Binary Logit Regression
Authors: Ojonta Obed I. , Ogbuabor Jonathan E. , Orji Anthony , Anthony-Orji Onyinye I. , Chukwu Ndubuisi , Ideba Emmanuel T. 
Published: December 2024

Access to credit is the desire of every developing economy as well as a coping strategy in starting up and expanding businesses. Hence, this study critically examines how access to credit responds to loan repayment by households of non-farmers in Nigeria. To achieve this purpose, some important variables like spending on transport, other business costs, salaries/wages and rent were included in the model. Other variables in the model include age and location for the households of non-farmers. The study shows that loan repayment by households of non-farmers and their place of residence are significant drivers of access to finance in Nigeria while other characteristics of non-farmers such as spending on transport, other business costs, salaries/wages, rent and age are muted throughout.