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2. Papers d'Art. Contenidos de la sección Estudios e Investigación.
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Espuny Aguiló, Joaquim
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CRITICAL analysis , *ART criticism , *SOCIAL context , *AESTHETICS , *ART colleges , *CULTURE - Abstract
Contemporary artistic practices were provided with a space for reflection and the creation of opinion in the galleries of the Fundació Espais and in the pages of its art magazine, Papers d'Art. A group of independent voices of multidisciplinary artistic production was made audible thanks to this publication that provided a critique which forged dynamic connections between artistic meaning and social and cultural contexts. This paper highlights a shift in meaning of the conception of contemporary art as a key element in intellectual culture, including politics, philosophy, science and other creative formats such as music and literature. Based on an analysis of the critical awareness of the various contributors to the magazine and on the historiographic study of certain aesthetic and symbolic questions, a review of the articles published in the Studies and Research section is detailed. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2022
3. Unethical Peer Review.
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Sangster, Alan
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HISTORY of accounting ,CRITICAL analysis ,LOGICAL fallacies - Abstract
This paper calls for greater ethical standards in the peer review process. Critical analysis through the lens of the COPE Ethical Guidelines for Peer Reviewers is performed on two reviews received on different versions of a paper from two different journals. Both are relentlessly negative. Neither is executed ethically. No justifiable significant criticism is evident. Both appear influenced by confirmation bias. One is characterized by apparent misreading of both the paper and the reviewer's sources, plus failure to check criticism was valid. The rhetorical style of the other diminishes clarity, introduces ambiguity, and bewilders. It conveys overwhelming negativity with no supporting substance. This paper is the first to contribute to this theme in both the accounting and the accounting history literature. It is hoped it will encourage reviewers to be ethical, that it results in unethical reviews being more readily detected, and authors being better equipped to address reviewer comments. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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4. Developing EFL Students' Multimodal Communicative Competence Through Lady Whistledown's Society Papers: A Teaching Proposal.
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Rubio-López, Beatriz P.
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COMMUNICATIVE competence ,ENGLISH as a foreign language ,STUDENT development ,CRITICAL analysis ,STUDENTS - Abstract
Copyright of Profile: Issues in Teachers' Professional Development is the property of Universidad Nacional de Colombia, Facultad de Ciencias Humanas and its content may not be copied or emailed to multiple sites or posted to a listserv without the copyright holder's express written permission. However, users may print, download, or email articles for individual use. This abstract may be abridged. No warranty is given about the accuracy of the copy. Users should refer to the original published version of the material for the full abstract. (Copyright applies to all Abstracts.)
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- 2024
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5. Sawing the branch of near‐death experience research: A critical analysis of Parnia et al.'s paper.
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Evrard, Renaud, Pratte, Erika, and Rabeyron, Thomas
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NEAR-death experiences , *CRITICAL analysis , *SAWING , *PHENOMENOLOGY , *CONSCIOUSNESS - Abstract
In their recent paper, Parnia and colleagues propose a new label for the near‐death experience (NDE): recalled experience of death. They claimed NDEs are "authentic" only when an objective danger is present and that authentic NDEs have a proven core phenomenology. We consider that these claims are insufficiently supported by empirical data. NDEs appear as a continuum of heterogeneous experiences of consciousness precipitated by the disjunction of processes usually combined in normal mental activity. The "core phenomenology" of NDEs is also opened to several criticisms. Closeness to "real" death does not appear to be a decisive criterion for characterizing NDEs. The author's adhesion to Raymond Moody's NDE model produces a biased partition of this field of research that is unable to provide the basis for a consensus. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2022
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6. A critical analysis of respondent quotes used as titles of qualitative research papers that are published in peer-reviewed journals.
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Parkin, Stephen and Kimergård, Andreas
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QUALITATIVE research ,CRITICAL analysis ,ELECTRONIC journals ,AUTHORSHIP ,SCHOLARLY periodicals ,PERIODICAL publishing - Abstract
The use of respondent quotes to headline qualitative research papers is a popular literary device found in many academic journals. This practice has increased over the last four decades and now appears normalised within qualitative research writing. This article provides a critical analysis of this trend in academic writing and concomitant publishing. Content and framework analyses of 40 papers employing this literary device to summarise the respective studies identified (i) a lack of methodological rigor, (ii) incomplete analysis, (iii) an overall mis-representation of the wider qualitative dataset, and (iv) possible investigator bias associated with using respondent quotes as titles of qualitative research papers. This article questions the credibility of purposely selecting a single experience that reduces the wider collective experience into one deterministic statement. This article contends that such practice is antithetical to the principles of qualitative research. Recommendations are provided to better monitor this practice throughout the academy. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2022
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7. LIFE CYCLE ASSESSMENT OF FREIGHT RAILROADS: A CRITICAL ANALYSIS AND GUIDELINE PROPOSAL.
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Bicalho Carvalhaes, Bernardo, Luiz Calmon, João, Rodrigues Vieira, Darli, and Soares Bravo, Alencar
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PRODUCT life cycle assessment ,CRITICAL analysis ,DISCLOSURE ,RESEARCH personnel ,RAILROAD freight service - Abstract
Copyright of Brazilian Journal of Production Engineering / Revista Brasileira de Engenharia de Produção is the property of Brazilian Journal of Production Engineering and its content may not be copied or emailed to multiple sites or posted to a listserv without the copyright holder's express written permission. However, users may print, download, or email articles for individual use. This abstract may be abridged. No warranty is given about the accuracy of the copy. Users should refer to the original published version of the material for the full abstract. (Copyright applies to all Abstracts.)
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- 2024
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8. Highly cited educational technology journal articles: a descriptive and critical analysis.
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Mertala, Pekka, Moens, Eleni, and Teräs, Marko
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EDUCATIONAL technology ,PERIODICAL articles ,CRITICAL analysis ,CRITICAL thinking ,RESEARCH personnel ,ELECTRONIC journals - Abstract
Citations are valuable capital in the academy as the number of citations is the most frequently used indicator in evaluating the quality of papers, journals, researchers, and universities. Thus, the characteristics of highly cited articles (HCA) have become a common research topic but the approach has been mainly descriptive with no profound critical reflection of what kind of research is cited, where the research is from, where the research is published, and what do these things mean for edtech research. This paper contributes to this need by providing a descriptive and critical analysis of 200 highly cited articles from 10 edtech journals. To summarize the key findings, a 'typical' edtech HCA is a Western-based review article or quantitative research paper reporting positive findings from higher education, published in a high-impact factor general edtech journal by a major publisher. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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9. Rebuttal to the letter to the editors regarding Van Berlo et al. (2022) paper titled "10% Body weight (gain) change as criterion for the maximum tolerated dose: A critical analysis".
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van Berlo, Damiën, Woutersen, Marjolijn, Muller, Andre, Pronk, Marja, Vriend, Jelle, and Hakkert, Betty
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BODY weight , *CRITICAL analysis - Published
- 2023
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10. Comprehensive overview and critical perspective on the analytical techniques applied to aflatoxin determination – A review paper.
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Magdalena Pisoschi, Aurelia, Iordache, Florin, Stanca, Loredana, Ionescu Petcu, Adriana, Purdoiu, Letitia, Ionut Geicu, Ovidiu, Bilteanu, Liviu, and Iren Serban, Andreea
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AFLATOXINS , *FLUORESCENCE polarization immunoassay , *MASS spectrometry , *METABOLITES , *CRITICAL analysis , *LIQUID-liquid extraction - Abstract
[Display omitted] • Aflatoxins represent highly toxic secondary metabolites of fungi. • Sample preparation relies on liquid–liquid or solid-phase extraction. • Chromatographic methods ensure advanced purification of analytes. • Optical methods, mass spectrometry and electrochemical techniques are used for detection. • Sensitivity, selectivity, time, procedure complexity, influence the choice of the method. Aflatoxins represent secondary metabolites of fungi, being characterized by a high degree of toxicity. They are classed as poisonous mycotoxins, hence the interest in the control of their level. 20 fungal metabolites compose the class of aflatoxins, that structurally derive from difuranocoumarin. Aspergillus flavus and Aspergillus parasiticus are the main species producing fungal metabolites in cereals, peanuts and animal feeds. Aflatoxins B1, B2, G1, G2, M1 and M2 are the most often encountered. Sample preparation techniques are crucial steps in aflatoxin analysis: they rely on liquid–liquid extraction or solid-phase extraction. Chromatographic methods ensure separation, advanced purification of analytes, which are subsequently quantified through detection techniques. The latter encompass optical methods, mass spectrometry and electroassay. Many analytical methods like ELISA, fluorescence polarization immunoassay, lateral flow immunoassay or PCR impart selectivity by using biorecognition elements: enzymes, antibodies or a DNA sequence. Given the high toxicity and presence of aflatoxins in food and agricultural products, their determination is an essential element in food safety. The analysis method is chosen according to the nature of the sample (type of matrix), the available equipment, the concentration range in which the toxin's level is placed, sensitivity and detection limit, precision, selectivity, required analysis time, personnel training. The present paper provides a comprehensive view, and critically compares the performances of aflatoxin analysis methods, encompassing extraction, separation and detection techniques. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2023
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11. Cloud manufacturing architecture: a critical analysis of its development, characteristics and future agenda to support its adoption.
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Lim, Ming K., Xiong, Weiqing, and Wang, Chao
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CRITICAL analysis ,SUSTAINABLE development ,ARCHITECTURAL design ,CONFERENCE papers ,MANUFACTURING industries ,CLOUD computing ,GREEN technology - Abstract
Purpose: In the last decade, cloud manufacturing (CMfg) has attracted considerable attention from academia and industry worldwide. It is widely accepted that the design and analysis of cloud manufacturing architecture (CMfg-A) are the basis for developing and applying CMfg systems. However, in existing studies, analysis of the status, development process and internal characteristics of CMfg-A is lacking, hindering an understanding of the research hotspots and development trends of CMfg-A. Meanwhile, effective guidance is lacking on the construction of superior CMfg-As. The purpose of this paper is to review the relevant research on CMfg-A via identification of the main layers, elements, relationships, structure and functions of CMfg-A to provide valuable information to scholars and practitioners for further research on key CMfg-A technologies and the construction of CMfg systems with superior performance. Design/methodology/approach: This study systematically reviews the relevant research on CMfg-A across transformation process to internal characteristics by integrating quantitative and qualitative methods. First, the split and reorganization method is used to recognize the main layers of CMfg-A. Then, the transformation process of six main layers is analysed through retrospective analysis, and the similarities and differences in CMfg-A are obtained. Subsequently, based on systematic theory, the elements, relationships, structure and functions of CMfg-A are inductively studied. A 3D printing architecture design case is conducted to discuss the weakness of the previous architecture and demonstrate how to improve it. Finally, the primary current trends and future opportunities are presented. Findings: By analyzing the transformation process of CMfg-A, this study finds that CMfg-A resources are developing from tangible resources into intangible resources and intelligent resources. CMfg-A technology is developing from traditional cloud computing-based technology towards advanced manufacturing technology, and CMfg-A application scope is gradually expanding from traditional manufacturing industry to emerging manufacturing industry. In addition, by analyzing the elements, relationships, structure and functions of CMfg-A, this study finds that CMfg-A is undergoing a new generation of transformation, with trends of integrated development, intelligent development, innovative development and green development. Case study shows that the analysis of the development trend and internal characteristics of the architecture facilitates the design of a more effective architecture. Research limitations/implications: This paper predominantly focuses on journal articles and some key conference papers published in English and Chinese. The reason for considering Chinese articles is that CMfg was proposed by the Chinese and a lot of Chinese CMfg-A articles have been published in recent years. CMfg is suitable for the development of China's manufacturing industry because of China's intelligent manufacturing environment. It is believed that this research has reached a reliable comprehensiveness that can help scholars and practitioners establish new research directions and evaluate their work in CMfg-A. Originality/value: Prior studies ignore the identification and analysis of development process and internal characteristics for the current development of CMfg-A, including the main layers identification of different CMfg-As and the transformation process analysis of these main layers, and in-depth analysis of the inner essence of CMfg-A (such as its elements, relationships, structure and functions). This study addresses these limitations and provides a comprehensive literature review. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2021
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12. A Critical Perspective Over Whether and How to Acknowledge the Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Qualitative Studies.
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Christou, Prokopis A.
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ARTIFICIAL intelligence ,CRITICAL analysis ,QUALITATIVE research ,EDUCATION ethics ,COGNITIVE development - Abstract
There has been a rise in scepticism regarding the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in qualitative research tasks such as critical reviews, conceptualization, thematic and content analysis, and potentially theory development. Concerns have been raised over the possibility that researchers intentionally avoid discussing or even mentioning the use of AI in their studies for a variety of reasons, including the "fear" of criticism and rejection of their papers. The purpose of this paper, which is guided by critical perspective principles, is to examine the controversy surrounding the appropriate recognition of AI in theoretical discussions and qualitative research, including conceptual, critical reviews, empirical, and other types of studies of qualitative nature. Prior to a discussion of how to acknowledge the use of AI, the significance of notions of acknowledgment and academic integrity in the context of research are discussed. As the author of this paper, I acknowledge and document the use of both AI and the researcher's cognitive skills in the development of this theoretical critical perspective study through a four-phase process, while giving directions of when and how to acknowledge the use of AI in qualitative studies. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2023
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13. Addressing Managerial Loss Aversion for the Corporate Value Creation Process: A Critical Analysis of the Literature and Preliminary Approaches.
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Camilli, Riccardo, Mechelli, Alessandro, Stefanoni, Alessandra, and Rossi, Fabrizio
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LOSS aversion ,VALUE creation ,BUSINESS losses ,CRITICAL analysis ,AUDITING ,SUPPLY & demand ,SOCIAL responsibility of business - Abstract
To date, the studies on managerial loss aversion have produced contradictory findings, making it impossible to: (i) identify the ultimate impact of managerial loss aversion on the value that organisations create for themselves and for their stakeholders, and (ii) mitigate the effect of managerial loss aversion to improve corporate value creation. With the aim of filling this gap, the authors of this paper first performed a Systematic Literature Review (SLR), resulting in 65 relevant papers. The 65 papers were then analysed through a Thematic Analysis (TA), which was aimed at isolating and revising the single effects of managerial loss aversion on the corporate value creation process. Once it became clear when and how managerial loss aversion leads to negative impacts on corporate value creation (such as suboptimal investments in corporate social responsibility, short-term-oriented budget expenditures, illegal corporate conduct in favourable contexts, and low demand for audit quality), a novel theoretical framework was built. This framework proposes some preliminary approaches to mitigate these detrimental effects. In particular, future empirical research may operationalise potential debiasing strategies, derived from critical analysis of the literature, to reduce managerial loss aversion in different business settings, thereby improving corporate value creation. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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14. Sociology as the foundation of leisure studies: A critical analysis.
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Carr, Neil and Carr, Sarah
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CRITICAL analysis ,SOCIOLOGY ,LEISURE ,PUBLISHED articles ,DATA analysis - Abstract
Copyright of Society & Leisure / Loisir & Société is the property of Taylor & Francis Ltd and its content may not be copied or emailed to multiple sites or posted to a listserv without the copyright holder's express written permission. However, users may print, download, or email articles for individual use. This abstract may be abridged. No warranty is given about the accuracy of the copy. Users should refer to the original published version of the material for the full abstract. (Copyright applies to all Abstracts.)
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- 2023
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15. Rebuttal to the letter to the editors regarding Van Berlo et al. (2022) paper titled "10% body weight (gain) change as criterion for the maximum tolerated dose: A critical analysis".
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Berlo, Damiën van, Woutersen, Marjolijn, Muller, Andre, Pronk, Marja, Vriend, Jelle, and Hakkert, Betty
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BODY weight , *CRITICAL analysis - Published
- 2023
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16. Advancements in Rumor Detection Research Based on Bibliometrics and S-curve Technology Evolution Theory.
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Zhao, Jianbo, Liu, Huailiang, Zhang, Shanzhuang, Qi, Yanwei, Dong, Haiping, Zhang, Xiaojin, and Zhang, Weili
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BIBLIOMETRICS ,SOCIAL media ,CRITICAL analysis ,SOCIAL order - Abstract
With the rapid development of social media, new opportunities have been provided for the generation and dissemination of online rumors, making systematic study of rumor detection of great significance for the control and governance of internet rumors. Addressing the limitations of past review studies on rumor detection which were characterized by a single perspective, reliance on subjective judgment, and lack of technological evolution theory, this paper reviews 983 rumor detection articles in the SCI-EXPANDED, SSCI, CPCI-S, CPCI-SSH, CCR-EXPANDED, and IC databases of the Web of Science. Utilizing Citespace and VOSviewer for visual analysis of the articles, and adopting bibliometric theories like network analysis and topic evolution analysis, this study identifies core research groups in the field of rumor detection based on author collaboration network and institution collaboration network. Through high-frequency keyword clustering graph and keyword co-occurrence graph, the study unveils topic associations and cluster structures among keywords, explicates research hotspots in the field of rumor detection, and conducts a fine-grained critical comparative analysis. According to keyword time graph, keyword bursts table, and trends in the number of publications in hot technology fields, combined with the S-curve technology evolution theory, the study discerns the life cycle and research trends of technologies in the rumor detection field. Compared to existing literature reviews, this paper is the first to propose integrating bibliometrics and S-curve technology evolution theory to reveal the state of relevant technologies and research frontiers. Plain Language Summary: A Review and Analysis of Rumor Detection Research There are many rumors on social media, which can mislead the public and disrupt the social order. How to detect rumors is an important research problem. Rumor detection can help control the spread and diffusion of rumors, and reduce their negative impact on the public and society. This article reviews and analyzes the research on rumor detection, using a combination of bibliometrics and S-curve technology evolution theory, and summarizes the research status, hotspots and trends of rumor detection. It finds that the research on rumor detection mainly has five aspects: rumor detection based on machine learning, deep learning, natural language processing, multimodal fusion and trust network. These aspects have their own advantages, challenges and improvements. The technologies used are in different stages of maturity and have different development potentials. The most promising ones are multimodal fusion and trust network, which can extract more rich and effective rumor features, and enhance the effect and credibility of rumor detection. This article provides a new perspective and method for the research on rumor detection, and helps researchers better understand and predict the technical status and research frontier of rumor detection. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2023
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17. How to Make a Respectful Impact in Ser e a Respectful Impact in Service to Underser o Underserved Communities Before, During and After the Paper Gets Published.
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Connolly, Amy J., Zaza, Sam, and Annabi, Hala
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SOCIAL integration ,GRANTS (Money) ,CRITICAL analysis ,SYSTEM dynamics ,QUALITY of service - Abstract
As social inclusion researchers, we study underserved populations because we want to raise their voices and highlight critical needs within specific communities. However, if our professional need to publish or perish takes precedence, we risk causing more harm than good. From an ethical standpoint, we want to avoid approaching any community from a savior lens or an objective uninvolved observer. This 90-minute PDS, organized and presented by SIG Social Inclusion, will provide practical and meaningful guidance about how to approach SI research within underserved communities and how to positively impacts the people and systems who are the subjects of our research. This PDS will highlight tools and techniques that SI researchers have used to build research projects with underserved communities that jointly contributed to meaningful solutions. Participating SI researchers will be encouraged to share tips, tricks, and lessons learned from their work. This PDS will interest researchers new to social inclusion research as well as provide an audience to hear ideas from those currently doing this type of work. This session will be particularly relevant to anyone pursuing grants in the United States, who may be struggling with articulating the broader impacts of their research. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2023
18. THE CHALLENGE OF TEACHING SPANISH L1 AS PLURICENTRIC LANGUAGE FROM A CRITICAL LINGUISTIC PERSPECTIVE.
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García, María López
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SPANISH language ,CRITICAL analysis ,LANGUAGE policy ,LINGUISTIC context ,TEACHING methods ,ELECTRONIC textbooks ,CHILD abuse - Abstract
Copyright of Borealis: An International Journal of Hispanic Linguistics is the property of Nordic Council for Reindeer Husbandry Research and its content may not be copied or emailed to multiple sites or posted to a listserv without the copyright holder's express written permission. However, users may print, download, or email articles for individual use. This abstract may be abridged. No warranty is given about the accuracy of the copy. Users should refer to the original published version of the material for the full abstract. (Copyright applies to all Abstracts.)
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- 2024
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19. A critical analysis on the triple bottom line of sustainable manufacturing: key findings and implications.
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Yip, Wai Sze, Zhou, HongTing, and To, Suet
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CRITICAL analysis ,BIBLIOMETRICS ,SOCIAL status ,CLUSTER analysis (Statistics) ,SOCIAL influence - Abstract
Because of the environmental consequences of manufacturing activities, the general public, industry, and academia are becoming more aware of sustainable manufacturing (SM), which incorporates environmentally friendly manufacturing processes while emphasizing overall triple bottom line (TBL) performance in manufacturing. This article employs various text mining techniques and bibliometric analysis including cluster analysis, Pearson coefficient and research landscape to conduct an extensive investigation on SM with a focus on the TBL, in which the research content of SM with the TBL is reviewed and discussed systematically from a wide angle and with reduced bias. In this study, three new indicators about the ratios of the number of scientific papers between social, environmental, and economic dimensions of SM are devised to show the weight and level of importance of dimensions in SM, covering scientific papers from 30 years. The findings from this study indicate that the influential power of SM varies across the three dimensions, with a particular emphasis on the social dimension of SM from various countries, implying a current state of imbalance status in TBL for SM, at the same time, the economic and environmental dimensions share similar research topics and academic emphasis in SM. Based on these findings, recommendations based on sustainable development goals (SDGs) of the United Nations (UN) are made to increase the social influence of SM. This article firstly reveals the individual status of the social dimension and the situation of unbalanced TBL in SM, providing sustainable suggestions for enhancing the effectiveness of SM and achieving balanced TBL regarding the SDGs. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2023
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20. From Innovation to Standardization—A Century of Rolling Bearing Life Formula.
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Lazović, Tatjana, Marinković, Aleksandar, Atanasovska, Ivana, Sedak, Miloš, and Stojanović, Blaža
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SERVICE life ,ROLLER bearings ,DYNAMIC loads ,PROBABILITY theory ,CRITICAL analysis - Abstract
This review paper is an homage to Arvid Palmgren's pioneering paper on rolling bearing service life to highlight its relevance a century later. It follows the evolution of bearing service life theory from Palmgren's fundamental research to the contemporary international standard ISO 281. Palmgren's theory, based on the previously published papers of Stribeck and Hertz, laid the basis for the later development of bearing service life assessment methodology. Based on the Weibull theory of probability of damage, Lundberg and Palmgren introduced stochastic elements to explain the effect of reliability on bearing service life prediction. Harris and Ioannides, who made a significant contribution to the revision of the international standard on rolling bearing load rating and rating life are mentioned as well. Zaretsky's critical analysis also was not neglected in this review, due to a different approach respecting the original influence of material properties and bearing performances. Despite standardization, ongoing research by leading advanced bearing industries and academic institutions continues to refine methodologies for service life assessment. Through a comprehensive review and analysis, this paper offers insight into the current state of bearing service life theory, highlighting the collaborative efforts bringing progress in this field. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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21. Sweatshops and Exploitation: A Critical Analysis of the Scholarly Debate.
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Balaji, Ridhiman
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SWEATSHOPS ,CRITICAL analysis - Abstract
The paper examines how theoretical misunderstandings of Karl Marx's theory of value have affected scholarly debates on sweatshops and labour-exploitation more broadly. Participants to these debates tend to overlook the distinction between the form of value and the substance of value. The paper further analyses problems with an exchange-based conceptualization of the labour-process, adopted by many sweatshop-defenders. Rather than posit Marx's own perspective as the exclusively correct position, this paper seeks to foster a more informed dialogue on the issue of labour-exploitation in global sweatshops. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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22. Comments on the paper "Two-step in-situ hydrothermal synthesis of nanosheet-constructed porous MnMoS4 arrays on 3D Ni foam as a binder-free electrode in high performance supercapacitors".
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Srinivasan, Bikshandarkoil R. and Porob, Digamber G.
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ELECTRODE performance , *HYDROTHERMAL synthesis , *SUPERCAPACITORS , *COLLOIDS , *FOAM , *CRITICAL analysis - Abstract
The authors of the title paper [ Colloids and Surfaces A 606 (2020) 125456] reported to have hydrothermally synthesized nanosheet-constructed porous MnMoS 4 arrays on 3D Ni foam as a binder-free electrode in high performance supercapacitors. A critical analysis of the reported results viz. X-ray powder pattern and the elemental composition reveals that the electrode material is not MnMoS 4 as it contains substantial oxygen in addition to less Mo content than Mn. In this letter to the Editor, many points of criticism concerning the hydrothermal synthesis and interpretation of the experimental data are described to prove that MnMoS 4 (I) is a dubious material. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2022
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23. A comparative study of VR CAD modelling tools for design.
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Kukreja, Aman, Cox, Christopher Michael Jason, Gopsill, James, and Snider, Chris
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COMPARATIVE studies ,VIRTUAL reality ,COMPUTER-aided design ,ENGINEERING design ,CRITICAL analysis - Abstract
With recent advancements in Virtual reality (VR), 3D design in VR has gained significant interest from both academia and industries. However, the development of these VR CAD tools is either skewed towards the creative industry or simply mimicking conventional CAD. This paper presents three different tools, analyzes them, and compares their capabilities over various performance parameters. The paper finally suggests where these tools can be used in the design process and some critical pathways for developing VR-based CAD modeling software for practical use in the engineering design industry. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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24. Shame cues: detecting shame in disguise and playing with new perspectives to inform the design process.
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Trondsen, June Kyong
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DESIGNERS ,DESIGN research ,LITERATURE reviews ,DESIGN ,CRITICAL analysis - Abstract
This paper describes the creation of a tool named Shame Cues, a card deck consisting of 64 cards describing sociocultural concepts related to shame. The tool arose as an experiment to articulate an entanglement of diverse shame discourses into something relevant for designers. Building on the experience of using Shame Cues, the paper discusses how Shame Cues can support exploring the role of shame as given implicitly, through cultural manifestations, and in a practical sense, and how such an investigative lens can inform designers with more critical perspectives. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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25. Problems and promises of postmodernism in (re)liberating disaster studies.
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Cadag, Jake Rom
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ENVIRONMENTAL disasters ,DISASTERS ,CRITICAL analysis ,TWENTY-first century - Abstract
Purpose: This paper is a critique of Western modernity and the problems and promises of postmodernism in (re)liberating disaster studies. It criticizes metanarratives and grand theories of Western discourses to advance postmodern discourses in disaster studies. Design/methodology/approach: This paper outlines a conceptual domain through which approaches of postmodernism can be employed to (re)liberate disaster studies. Findings: Metanarratives and grand theories frame the scope and focus of disaster studies. But the increasing number and the aggravated impacts of disasters and environmental challenges in the late 20th and early 21st centuries are proofs that our current "frames" do not capture the complexities of disasters. Postmodernism, in its diversity and various meanings, offers critical and complementary perspectives and approaches to capture the previously neglected dimensions of disasters. Research limitations/implications: Postmodernism offers ways forward to (re)liberate disaster studies through ontological pluralism, epistemological diversity and hybridity of knowledge. Originality/value: The agenda of postmodernism in disaster studies is proposed in terms of the focus of inquiry, ontological and epistemological positionalities, research paradigm, methodologies and societal goals. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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26. The Impact of Knowledge Vulnerabilities on Knowledge Risks.
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BRATIANU, Constantin, BEJINARU, Ruxandra, and URSACHE, Vlad-Mihai
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KNOWLEDGE management ,NUCLEAR reactors ,ORGANIZATIONAL performance ,RISK assessment ,CRITICAL analysis - Abstract
The purpose of this paper is to explore the impact of knowledge vulnerabilities on knowledge risks and to analyse their intricate connections within the knowledge management systems. It is a new topic in knowledge management which is requested by the accelerated process of digitalization and the exponential development of the AI programs. There is a lack of research in this area and efforts should be made to bridge the knowledge gap. The method we use is based on a critical analysis of knowledge vulnerabilities and knowledge risks within a generic organization and of designing tree-diagrams able to illustrate the connections between them, and the possible adverse consequences for the firm's performance. The method of treediagrams has been extensively used in risk analysis of the complex technological systems of airplanes and nuclear reactors. Also, it is used in the risk management applied to other domains like climate change and earthquakes. It is the first paper to investigate these phenomena and to conceptualize such kind of diagrams. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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27. DATA COLLECTION IN MUSIC GENERATION TRAINING SETS: A CRITICAL ANALYSIS.
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Morreale, Fabio, Sharma, Megha, and I-Chieh Wei
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ACQUISITION of data ,MUSIC ,MUSICIANS ,SOCIAL responsibility ,CRITICAL analysis - Abstract
The practices of data collection in training sets for Automatic Music Generation (AMG) tasks are opaque and overlooked. In this paper, we aimed to identify these practices and surface the values they embed. We systematically identified all datasets used to train AMG models presented at the last ten editions of ISMIR. For each dataset, we checked how it was populated and the extent to which musicians wittingly contributed to its creation. Almost half of the datasets (42.6%) were indiscriminately populated by accumulating music data available online without seeking any sort of permission. We discuss the ideologies that underlie this practice and propose a number of suggestions AMG dataset creators might follow. Overall, this paper contributes to the emerging self-critical corpus of work of the ISMIR community, reflecting on the ethical considerations and the social responsibility of our work. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2023
28. Learning through policy transfer? Reviewing a decade of scholarship for the field of transport.
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Glaser, Meredith, Bertolini, Luca, te Brömmelstroet, Marco, Blake, Oliver, and Ellingson, Casey
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SCHOLARSHIPS ,TRANSFER of training ,CRITICAL analysis - Abstract
Attempts to pursue sustainable mobility face widespread challenges. One key way of approaching these challenges is through policy transfer and policy learning; indeed, the practice of learning from elsewhere is encouraged at various levels of government. This paper contends that a better understanding of what facilitates learning through policy transfer might support further change, yet such examinations remain underdeveloped in the field of transport. This paper synthesises key concepts and factors that drive this learning process, by reviewing 65 papers on transport policy published between 2011 and 2020. Our findings testify to the growing prevalence of policy transfer research and emerging critical perspectives on the transfer and translation of global ideas. We uncover critical factors of the learning process, including settings where learning takes place, inter-actor relations, and organisational and institutional patterns. While most papers reviewed here aimed to examine learning, few employ theories to measure the concept. Consequently, one of our main conclusions is that relatively little is known about how and to what extent learning, triggered by experiences from other contexts, is actually transformed into action. Suggestions include more systematically focusing on organisational and institutional dimensions and concerted trans-disciplinary efforts to close the gap between research and practice. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2022
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29. Educational provision for newly arrived unaccompanied sanctuary seekers aged 15–16.
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Codina, Geraldene and Szenasi, Judith
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YOUNG adults ,SOCIAL integration ,POLITICAL refugees ,LIGHT elements ,CRITICAL analysis - Abstract
Local Authorities in England are rarely able to find a school place for newly arrived unaccompanied sanctuary seekers when the young person arrives in their locality aged 15–16. Criticisms regarding this exclusionary practice are plentiful; that said, it has been argued the dominance of debate regarding access to mainstream education for pupils aged 15–16 obfuscates critical analysis of the educational needs of this group. Focussed on a bespoke Local Authority educational offer for fewer than twenty newly arrived unaccompanied sanctuary seekers aged 15–16, this paper analyses the essence of this offer in relation to social inclusion. Analysed in relation to the category, structure and level/function of the young people's social inclusion, this paper draws on interview and focus group data to shine a light on the efficacious elements of the offer which point to ways forward for mainstream schools. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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30. Performing risk assessment for critical infrastructure protection: an investigation of transnational challenges and human decision-making considerations.
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Papamichael, Michalis, Dimopoulos, Christos, and Boustras, George
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INFRASTRUCTURE (Economics) ,RISK assessment ,DECISION making ,ECOLOGICAL risk assessment ,CRITICAL analysis ,HUMAN beings - Abstract
This paper investigates the influence of transnational challenges and decision-making heuristics and biases on the implementation of risk assessment (RA) process in the context of Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP). The investigation, which is based on a review of existing literature and a critical analysis of the ISO31000:2018 process, suggests that contemporary RA models and processes fail to adequately consider the domain-based characteristics of transnational Critical Infrastructure (CI) characteristics. They also fail to recognize the full extent of the human decision-making influence on the RA process itself, as well as the relative lack of homogeneity across assets, stakeholders, countries, paradigms, and people in transnational CI environments. The findings from this work provide a theoretical contribution towards a better understanding of the complexities introduced by the transnational nature of CIP and the effect of human decision-making. They can provide the impetus for further research in the fields of CIP and RA. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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31. ᶜIlm al-ikhtilāf in Modern Western and Muslim Studies of Juristic Disagreement–A Critical Analysis.
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Laabdi, Mourad
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CRITICAL analysis ,ISLAMIC law ,HISTORY of Islam ,LEGAL education ,ISLAMIC studies - Abstract
Copyright of Journal of College of Sharia & Islamic Studies is the property of Qatar University and its content may not be copied or emailed to multiple sites or posted to a listserv without the copyright holder's express written permission. However, users may print, download, or email articles for individual use. This abstract may be abridged. No warranty is given about the accuracy of the copy. Users should refer to the original published version of the material for the full abstract. (Copyright applies to all Abstracts.)
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- 2024
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32. The curious case of atrium urbanism: voids in and of capitalism.
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Jones, Paul
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ATRIUMS (Architecture) ,CITIES & towns ,REAL property sales & prices ,OPEN spaces ,CRITICAL analysis - Abstract
All produced spaces are curious since they could, by definition, be different. Atriums—double height or greater vertical voids typically to be found in skyscrapers' lobbies—are an interesting illustration of this general contention. An internal feature of super-tall architecture the world over, the atrium flourishes in parts of cities where land value is high and given that atria could be occupied with directly rentable space this is an ostensibly puzzling affinity. Drawing primarily on the ideas of Henri Lefebvre and Walter Benjamin, this paper suggests that the presence of atria in major commercial—and increasingly public—buildings grows from oblique attempts to generate surplus value. Paradoxically, it is the voided space of the atrium that explains this strategy. My argument is that voids of open space can actually increase the value of objects, bodies, and practices that are assembled in and around them; paradoxically 'emptiness' itself can be monetised in a context of rentier capitalism. Defamiliarising the atrium, which is a distinctive and singular architectural feature of this moment, suggests a wider research agenda for those interested in critical analysis of the contradictory spaces that are produced when capital builds. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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33. UNVEILING THE SILENT SHADOWS: SCHOPENHAUERIAN PERSPECTIVES ON WOMEN IN CONRAD'S HEART OF DARKNESS.
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Özçelik, Ilker and Yeşilot, Ceylan
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SOCIAL norms ,FICTIONAL characters ,WOMEN'S attitudes ,CRITICAL analysis ,CHILDBIRTH - Abstract
Conrad's Heart of Darkness is often regarded as a great text in Western Literature. One of its most intriguing aspects is its portrayal of women, or rather, the lack thereof. The novella has been examined from various critical perspectives such as Freudian, Marxist, postcolonial, and deconstructive, just to name a few. However, the treatment of women has received little scholarly attention. In this light, Conrad's nuanced view of women, heavily influenced by Schopenhauer, deserves greater attention. In this male-centric novella, women are nameless, inferior, insignificant, and mostly silent, except for occasional cries. This paper explores Schopenhauer's perspective on women - as primarily suited for childbirth and domestic duties, as well as Conrad's mistrust of women in the novella may reflect personal experiences and societal norms, exemplified in his portrayal of his wife and fictional female characters. This perspective is further reinforced by Schopenhauer's derogatory views on women, emphasizing their perceived intellectual deficiency. Examining the female characters reveals how Conrad confines them to limited roles, echoing patriarchal attitudes of his time. From Marlow's aunt, who blindly supports the colonial project due to her lack of knowledge on important issues, to Kurtz's Intended, who idealizes Kurtz despite his dark deeds, women are depicted as out of touch with reality. Ultimately, this paper offers a deep insight into Conrad's view of women in Heart of Darkness through a Schopenhauerian lens. Our analysis suggests that the female characters represent Conrad's view of women and that he was influenced by Schopenhauer, who belittles women in much of his writing. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
34. Root Shock’s Missing Appendix: Using Situation Analysis for Critical Policy Studies and Beyond.
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RAMIREZ, JENNIFER S., GONZALEZ, KATHERINE DILLARD, HUDSON, TALIB, and BLANCO, WHITNEY
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POLICY analysis ,CRITICAL analysis ,URBAN renewal ,URBAN policy ,SOCIAL facts ,APPENDIX (Anatomy) - Abstract
In Root Shock: How Tearing Up City Neighborhoods Hurts America and What We Can Do About It, Mindy Fullilove analyses how the US government’s urban renewal policy destroyed multiple communities across the country. Fullilove intended to include an appendix discussing situation analysis, the research method she used to study root shock. This paper takes up the task of that missing appendix. Situation analysis is a flexible and accessible way to study complex social phenomena or events. The goal is to describe how macro-political, social, and economic structures influence micro-level events, processes, and decision-making. In this paper, we define situation analysis and offer a guide to the method, detailing the phases of data collection and analysis: identifying ‘what happened’ and the people involved; documenting a variety of perspectives on the events of the situation; and setting events and perspectives within an embedding context. We conclude with a discussion of the unique insights gained when this approach is applied in policy studies. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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35. A Critical Analysis of the Escalating Cybercrime and its Impact in Bangladesh.
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Rana, Md. Sohel
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CRITICAL analysis ,COMPUTER crimes ,LAW enforcement ,COMPUTER hacking - Abstract
Cybercrime is a growing concern in Bangladesh, and this paper will critically analyze the nature and extent of cybercrime in Bangladesh and its impact on individuals, businesses, and the economy as a whole. The research will begin by exploring the various types of cybercrime prevalent in Bangladesh and the methods cybercriminals use to carry out these crimes. It will then examine the reasons behind the increase in cybercrime in Bangladesh, including factors such as inadequate cyber-security measures, low awareness among the public, and the widespread use of digital technology. Moreover, the research question for this paper is: What are the main causes of the growing cybercrime problem in Bangladesh, and what can be done to mitigate its impact? Finally, this paper also discusses the challenges faced by law enforcement agencies in tackling cybercrime and the measures that can be taken to address this issue. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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36. East-West Identity Unmasks the Mistaken Ideology of American War on Iraq: A Critical Analysis of Baghdadi Bath and Bengal Tiger at the Baghdad Zoo.
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Zayed, Mohamad El-Sebaey Ibrahim, Gadallah, Mahmoud Sobhi Mohamed, and Metwalli, Ashraf Said Qutb
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WAR ,TIGERS ,CRITICAL analysis ,ZOOS ,RESEARCH personnel ,DISASTERS ,NATURAL disasters - Abstract
The study aspired to investigate the human trauma of a society in wartime and thereafter. It focuses on literature that seeks to reflect life as it should be. However, literary works here deal with catastrophic dramas that depict Iraqis who generally suffer from the negative repercussions of the American Crisis and the extreme underdevelopment and poverty at that time. In this paper, the audience faces the disaster in two dramatic works: Baghdadi Bath (2005) by Jawad al-Asadi and Bengal Tiger at the Baghdad Zoo (2012) by Rajiv Joseph. They are a good example that depicts the nightmare experienced by all Iraqis during the war. Speaking about the disaster of war, we guess that the disaster may have human roots. The disaster of war on Iraq, in particular, is taken for analysis. The researchers try to denote the nature of man at the time of the disaster. The paper explores the relations between the ideas of war and the world we face and refers to Baghdad's brutal past and its confused present. It also inspects the real reasons behind the war and records the human condition in the consequences of the American invasion of Iraq. To narrow the field of investigation, the researchers have chosen disaster at war, especially the American war on Iraq in 2003, and its results for the study. The paper steps down war and violence and assures peace for people depending on different perspectives. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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37. A Critical Analysis of Institutional and Regulatory Framework for Building Stock Energy Efficiency and Transition in Pakistan.
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Sheikh, Nida Batool, Laverge, Jelle, and Delghust, Marc
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ENERGY consumption ,ENERGY consumption of buildings ,CLEAN energy ,CRITICAL analysis ,BUILDING reinforcement ,COMMERCIAL buildings ,CAPACITY building - Abstract
Climate change has emerged as a global focal point, notably affecting vulnerable countries like Pakistan. The country faces heightened risk, prompting concern among many due to its susceptibility to climate-related hazards. An imperative challenge arising from this phenomenon is the necessary shift towards sustainable energy, particularly concerning energy consumption within the building sector. Buildings significantly contribute to daily energy usage and subsequent GHG emissions. In Pakistan, transitioning to energy-efficient building stock holds pivotal importance in mitigating climate change impacts. This hinges on establishing a robust institutional framework and regulatory structure centered around energy efficiency. While Pakistan possesses policies and national guidelines advocating for energy-efficient buildings, their practical enforcement and application remain inadequate. The inception of the Building Energy Code of Pakistan in 1990, based on ASHRAE 90.1 standards, marked a step forward. However, obstacles rooted in institutional weakness and limited capacity building have impeded its effective adoption and adherence. Although the Energy Provisions of 2011 introduced modifications, their scope remained confined mainly to commercial structures. This paper conducts an extensive assessment of Pakistan's existing institutional and regulatory framework for building energy efficiency and transition. Drawing on literature insights and stakeholder perspectives, an in-depth understanding of prevailing policies and institutions uncovers underlying reasons for noncompliance and limited implementation. Additionally, input was gathered from stakeholders through interviews, aiming to identify barriers obstructing the reinforcement of building energy efficiency measures in Pakistan. Discourse and narrative analysis, informed by literature and stakeholder interviews, revealed the significance of awareness, participation, coordination, capacity building, technical expertise, finance, and resources as key factors contributing to deficient compliance and implementation of existing codes and policy guidelines. This paper also proposes actionable recommendations to expedite the transition towards a sustainable, energy-efficient building stock in Pakistan. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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38. How will AI text generation and processing impact sustainability reporting? Critical analysis, a conceptual framework and avenues for future research.
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de Villiers, Charl, Dimes, Ruth, and Molinari, Matteo
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SUSTAINABLE development reporting ,ARTIFICIAL intelligence ,LITERATURE reviews ,CRITICAL analysis ,CORPORATION reports ,ACCOUNTING standards - Abstract
Purpose: The ability of generative artificial intelligence (AI) tools such as ChatGPT to produce convincing, human-like text has major implications for the future of corporate reporting, including sustainability reporting. As the importance of sustainability reporting continues to grow, this study aims to critically analyse the benefits and pitfalls of automated text generation and processing. Design/methodology/approach: This study develops a conceptual framework to delineate the field, assess the implications and form the basis for the generation of research questions. This study uses Alvesson and Deetz's critical framework, considering insight (a review of literature and practice in the field), critique (consideration of the influences on the production and use of non-financial information and the implications for assurers of such information) and transformative redefinition (considering the implications of generative AI for sustainability reporting and proposing a research agenda). Findings: This study highlights the implications of generative AI for sustainability accounting, reporting, assurance and report usage, including the risk of AI facilitating greenwashing, and the importance of more research on the use of AI for these matters. Practical implications: The paper highlights to stakeholders the implications of AI for all aspects of sustainability reporting, including accounting, reporting, assurance and usage of reports. Social implications: The implications of AI need to be understood in society, which this paper facilitates. Originality/value: This study critically analyses the potential use of AI for sustainability reporting, construct a conceptual framework to delineate the field and develop a research agenda. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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39. Modeling virus pandemics in a globally connected world a challenge towards a mathematics for living systems.
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Bellomo, N., Brezzi, F., and Chaplain, M. A. J.
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PANDEMICS ,MATHEMATICS ,POPULATION dynamics ,CRITICAL analysis ,MATHEMATICAL models - Abstract
This editorial paper presents the papers published in a special issue devoted to the modeling and simulation of mutating virus pandemics in a globally connected world. The presentation is proposed in three parts. First, motivations and objectives are presented according to the idea that mathematical models should go beyond deterministic population dynamics by considering the multiscale, heterogeneous features of the complex system under consideration. Subsequently, the contents of the papers in this issue are presented referring to the aforementioned complexity features. Finally, a critical analysis of the overall contents of the issue is proposed, with the aim of providing a forward look to research perspectives. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2021
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40. A concise guide to scheduling with learning and deteriorating effects.
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Pei, Jun, Zhou, Ya, Yan, Ping, and Pardalos, Panos M.
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TECHNOLOGICAL innovations ,EVIDENCE gaps ,SCHEDULING ,MANUFACTURING processes ,CRITICAL analysis - Abstract
In practical manufacturing systems, the job processing time usually varies with the performance change of manufacturing resources, among which the learning and deteriorating effects are typical characteristics. Due to the interests from both academic exploration and industrial innovation, the research on scheduling problems with these effects is abundant and diverse. However, some studied problems need to be strengthened in combination with realistic production scenarios. This paper provides a concise guide to scheduling problems with these effects, giving a comprehensive review and critical hints for future research. A novel classification scheme is designed based on four levels of different domains, i.e. effects, processing ways, processing time functions, and manufacturing environments. Based on this scheme, the scheduling problems are first distinguished into three categories: learning effects, deteriorating effects, and combined effects. In each category, models are then refined along three lines: general processing way, batch scheduling, and group scheduling. Combined with the attributes of actual processing time functions and manufacturing environments, the evolvement of related scheduling models and a critical analysis on the proposed algorithms are well analysed. Afterwards, the research gaps are revealed and the research directions are indicated from the perspectives of practical applications, time functions, and designed algorithms. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2023
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41. A critical analysis of the integration of blockchain and artificial intelligence for supply chain.
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Charles, Vincent, Emrouznejad, Ali, and Gherman, Tatiana
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ARTIFICIAL intelligence ,BLOCKCHAINS ,CRITICAL analysis ,CRYPTOCURRENCIES ,INFORMATION processing ,SUPPLY chain management - Abstract
The integration between blockchain and artificial intelligence (AI) has gained a lot of attention in recent years, especially since such integration can improve security, efficiency, and productivity of applications in business environments characterised by volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity. In particular, supply chain is one of the areas that have been shown to benefit tremendously from blockchain and AI, by enhancing information and process resilience, enabling faster and more cost-efficient delivery of products, and augmenting products' traceability, among others. This paper performs a state-of-the-art review of blockchain and AI in the field of supply chains. More specifically, we sought to answer the following three principal questions: Q1—What are the current studies on the integration of blockchain and AI in supply chain?, Q2—What are the current blockchain and AI use cases in supply chain?, and Q3—What are the potential research directions for future studies involving the integration of blockchain and AI? The analysis performed in this paper has identified relevant research studies that have contributed both conceptually and empirically to the expansion and accumulation of intellectual wealth in the supply chain discipline through the integration of blockchain and AI. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2023
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42. Coupling of cryptocurrency trading with the sustainable environmental goals: Is it on the cards?
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Mustafa, Fairouz, Lodh, Suman, Nandy, Monomita, and Kumar, Vikas
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CRYPTOCURRENCIES ,CLIMATE change mitigation ,SUSTAINABLE development ,EXPORT credit ,ENERGY consumption ,CRITICAL analysis - Abstract
Following the systematic review and bibliometric analysis of current literature, this paper attempts to investigate whether the wealth generated through cryptocurrency trading can assist in attaining the United Nations' (UN) sustainable development goal (SDG) 7, affordable and clean energy and UN SDG 13 related to climate action. The critical analysis of literature indicates a growing interest in cryptocurrency, the UN's SDGs and the negative effect that crypto mining has on the use of enormous energy. However, there is a clear gap in the literature that focuses on the possibility of using the wealth generated through cryptocurrency trading in financing environmentally friendly projects and attaining the UN's SDG 7 and SDG 13. The findings and the future research direction of this study aim to firstly expand the academic literature related to SDG 7 and SDG 13 and secondly to examine the relationship between cryptocurrency and sustainability even during an uncertain period. This study provides evidence pertaining to the theoretical models that can be applied within discussion of the complex relationship between cryptocurrency, clean energy and climate action. Our findings will provide policymakers with information regarding actions that need to be taken in order to convert cryptocurrency generated wealth and consequently attaining sustainable socio‐economic goals in the future. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2022
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43. Indistinguishable elements in the origins of quantum statistics. The case of Fermi–Dirac statistics.
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Pérez, Enric and Ibáñez, Joana
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QUANTUM statistics ,NUCLEOSYNTHESIS ,STATISTICS ,CRITICAL analysis - Abstract
In this paper, we deal with the historical origins of Fermi–Dirac statistics, focusing on the contribution by Enrico Fermi of 1926. We argue that this statistics, as opposed to that of Bose–Einstein, has been somewhat overlooked in the usual accounts of the old quantum theory. Our main objective is to offer a critical analysis of Fermi's seminal paper and its immediate impact. Secondly, we are also interested in assessing the status of the particle concept in the years 1926–1927, especially regarding the germ of quantum indistinguishability. We will see, for example, that the first applications of the Fermi–Dirac statistics to the study of metals or stellar matter had a technical nature, and that their main instigators barely touched upon interpretative matters. Finally, we will discuss the reflections and remarks made in these respects in two famous events in physics of 1927, the Como conference and the fifth Solvay congress. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2022
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44. Quantum Computing in Estimating Ground State Energies of Systems.
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Yalcin, Batu
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QUANTUM computing ,GROUND state energy ,COMPUTATIONAL chemistry ,THERMODYNAMICS ,CRITICAL analysis - Abstract
Knowing the ground state energies of molecules and atoms gives scientists critical insight into these particles' behavior in reactions, thermodynamic and molecular properties, and excitation energies. However, due to the quantum mechanical nature of particles, finding the ground state of a system is intractable, both mathematically and experimentally. Computational methods are utilized to estimate the ground state energies. As we approach the limits of classical computers, quantum computers are viewed as promising alternatives that present a bright future for computational chemistry. In this paper, I review classical and quantum algorithms/methods for computational chemistry. Then, I discuss the current topics in using quantum computers for computational chemistry by analyzing the performance of the Variational Quantum Eigensolver (VQE) in different contexts on IBM's noisy quantum computer simulator, "QasmSimulator," and one of IBM's quantum computers, ibmq_belem. This review presents a theoretical and practical view of quantum computational chemistry. It allows the reader to learn the theory behind the algorithms and implement them with the guidance of the presented code and its detailed explanations. The purpose of this paper is to leave the reader with the necessary theory and adequate programming reference to implement the algorithms in various contexts. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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45. Critical Perspectives of Organisational Behaviour towards Stakeholders through the Application of Corporate Governance Principles.
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Luca, Florin-Alexandru, Tiganas, Claudiu-Gabriel, Grigoras-Ichim, Claudia-Elena, Filipeanu, Dumitru, and Morosan-Danila, Lucia
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CORPORATE governance ,INTERMEDIATION (Finance) ,CRITICAL analysis ,STOCKHOLDER wealth ,INVESTORS ,TRUST - Abstract
Corporate governance is gaining interest not only from investors but companies that want to operate in international markets, prompting a more thorough analysis of the field to prioritise stakeholder interests alongside shareholder value. By adopting a holistic approach that considers stakeholders' diverse needs and expectations, companies can build resilience, foster trust, and create sustainable value for all stakeholders, ensuring long-term success and societal impact. This paper analyses corporate governance principles applied at the international, European, and national levels, emphasising the importance of the field for the stakeholders. The practical approach of the paper analyses the application and compliance of the corporate governance code of 18 companies in the field of financial intermediation and insurance, which are listed on the Bucharest Stock Exchange, underlining the crucial role of transparency of operations in instilling confidence and reassurance in stakeholders. The conclusions present proposals for measures to improve corporate governance practices at the level of companies. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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46. EMOCIÓN VIOLENTA Y FEMICIDIOS: REVISIÓN CRÍTICA DE LA NORMATIVA ARGENTINA DESDE LOS ESTUDIOS DE GÉNERO.
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VILLARREAL, MARIANA
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GENDER-based violence ,CRITICAL analysis ,HOMICIDE ,EMOTIONS ,CISGENDER people ,VIOLENCE against women ,EMOTION recognition - Abstract
Copyright of Ius et Praxis (07172877) is the property of Universidad de Talca and its content may not be copied or emailed to multiple sites or posted to a listserv without the copyright holder's express written permission. However, users may print, download, or email articles for individual use. This abstract may be abridged. No warranty is given about the accuracy of the copy. Users should refer to the original published version of the material for the full abstract. (Copyright applies to all Abstracts.)
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- 2024
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47. Zoofolkloristics: Imagination as a Critical Component.
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Brooks Pribac, Teya and Golež Kaučič, Marjetka
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IMAGINATION ,POWER (Social sciences) ,HUMAN-animal relationships ,CRITICAL analysis ,HUMAN beings ,FOLKLORE - Abstract
Simple Summary: In this paper, we perform a critical re-reading of selected animal-related folklore texts and, applying Hubert Zapf's concept of imaginative counter-discourse, consider the potential of imagination as a methodological tool in the transformative program of zoofolkloristics. Nonhuman animal protagonists of folklore texts in the European space have tended to be perceived primarily as performing a symbolic and metaphoric function. But behind the symbols and the metaphors hide real flesh-and-blood nonhuman animals, and flesh-and-blood humans interacting with them, mostly from a position of power. The emerging discipline of zoofolkloristics considers nonhuman animals in their own right. Through critical analysis of folklore material, zoofolkloristics examines the role of animals and power relations within the interspecies entanglement with the aim of deconstructing the oppressive system and establishing multispecies justice. We begin this paper with a brief reflection on the 'historical animal' as an embodied being and a human construct. We then perform a critical re-reading of three animal-related folklore texts from the Slovenian tradition and, applying Hubert Zapf's concept of imaginative counter-discourse, consider the potential of imagination as a methodological tool in the transformative program of zoofolkloristics. Implications for animal ethics, liberation, and conservation are also discussed. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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48. Vertical Horizons : Dealing with luxury urban skies.
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Harris, Andrew and Wolseley, Tom
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LUXURY ,URBAN growth ,LUXURIES ,TWENTY-first century ,AERODYNAMICS of buildings ,CRITICAL analysis - Abstract
Copyright of Urban Studies (Sage Publications, Ltd.) is the property of Sage Publications, Ltd. and its content may not be copied or emailed to multiple sites or posted to a listserv without the copyright holder's express written permission. However, users may print, download, or email articles for individual use. This abstract may be abridged. No warranty is given about the accuracy of the copy. Users should refer to the original published version of the material for the full abstract. (Copyright applies to all Abstracts.)
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- 2024
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49. Critique and Progress: Production of Knowledge and the Planning of Bedouin Settlements in Israel.
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Dekel, Tomer
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PRODUCTION planning ,BEDOUINS ,INDIGENOUS peoples ,CRITICAL analysis - Abstract
Copyright of Journal of Planning Education & Research is the property of Sage Publications Inc. and its content may not be copied or emailed to multiple sites or posted to a listserv without the copyright holder's express written permission. However, users may print, download, or email articles for individual use. This abstract may be abridged. No warranty is given about the accuracy of the copy. Users should refer to the original published version of the material for the full abstract. (Copyright applies to all Abstracts.)
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- 2024
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50. Irony as a Metamodern Aspect in Kay Ryan’s Selected Poems.
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Hamza, Wasan Abdul and Ameer Haraj, Sahar Abdul
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IRONY ,LITERARY theory ,POETRY (Literary form) ,POETICS ,POSTMODERNISM (Literature) ,CRITICAL analysis ,AESTHETICS ,POSTMODERNISM (Philosophy) ,THEORY-practice relationship - Abstract
Copyright of Larq Journal for Philosophy, Linguistics & Social Sciences is the property of Republic of Iraq Ministry of Higher Education & Scientific Research (MOHESR) and its content may not be copied or emailed to multiple sites or posted to a listserv without the copyright holder's express written permission. However, users may print, download, or email articles for individual use. This abstract may be abridged. No warranty is given about the accuracy of the copy. Users should refer to the original published version of the material for the full abstract. (Copyright applies to all Abstracts.)
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- 2023
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