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Assignment 1: Recipe Blog, Kylie E. Quave

Kylie Quave, First Year Writing: Food Archaeology for Civic Engagement

No abstract provided.

Retraction Notice To "Hydrogen Recovery, Cleaning, Compression, Storage, Dispensing, Distribution System And End-Uses On The University Campus From Combined Heat, Hydrogen And Power System" [International Journal Of Hydrogen Energy 39 (2014) 647-653], Tarek A. Hamad, Abdulhakim A. Agll, Yousif M. Hamad, Sushrut Bapat, Mathew Thomas, Kevin B. Martin, John W. Sheffield

Engineering Management and Systems Engineering Faculty Research & Creative Works

This article has been retracted: please see Elsevier policy on Article Correction, Retraction and Removal (https://www.elsevier.com/about/policies-and-standards/article-withdrawal). This article has been retracted at the request of the Editor.

Implementation Of The Trojan Sex Chromosome Approach In The San Juan River: Investigation And Validation Of Feminization Methods For Channel Catfish, Chad Teal

Funded Research Records

No abstract provided.

Securitisation Without Consent: Digital Dissent And State Power In Kenya’S 2024 Protests, Dudley M. Gaciku, Arfin Sudirman, Irman G. Lanti

Jurnal Wacana Politik

This paper examines how digitally mediated dissent is securitised in hybrid regimes using Kenya's 2024-2025 protest cycle as a case study. Although the Copenhagen School gives precedence to audience acceptance in determining the success or failure of a securitising move, the paper critiques this viewpoint drawing on contemporary securitisation scholarship. Through a qualitative case study approach, the research draws on official state communications, social media content, media reports, human rights documentation, and the researcher's reflexive observations during the protests. The findings illustrate that although the #RejectFinanceBill movement was framed by the state as a threat to national stability, public safety, …

Going Back To The Past: Veto Players, Historical Institutionalism, And The Asia Financial Crisis 1997/1998, Muhamad Iksan, Arif Haryadi

Jurnal Wacana Politik

Our article proposes a novel explanation of 1997/1998 Asia Financial Crisis (AFC) by going back to the past. As 2026 remarked twenty nine year anniversary of AFC. Our humble aim here is two folds. First, our paper attempts to investigate effect of veto players. Furthermore, we attempt to explain more on the concept and measurement of veto players. By incorporating such concept, it would enrich our understanding of the interlocking ideas of economic consequence of political institution with historical institutionalism. Moreover, we elaborate the concept and measurement of veto players explained how Asia-Pacific countries could learned from history for …

Spartan Daily, September 24, 2026, San Jose State University, School Of Journalism And Mass Communications

Spartan Daily, 2026

Volume 167, Issue 15

Epistemic Resilience As A Media Literacy Goal: Moving Beyond Detection In The Age Of Generative Ai, Author Information Removed

JMLE Submissions Open for Review

Generative AI, encompassing large language models, image generators, and voice synthesis tools, has transformed the information landscape in ways that extend well beyond the production of fabricated content. By undermining the evidentiary signals through which individuals and communities have historically calibrated epistemic trust, it poses a structural challenge to existing media literacy frameworks. These frameworks, built around a “detect-and-debunk” paradigm, equip learners to identify false content through source verification, fact-checking, and evidence evaluation. These skills remain valuable but rest on assumptions that generative AI has rendered progressively less tenable. This article proposes “epistemic resilience” as a complementary goal: the cultivated …

Online Humiliation And Audience Responsibility In Adolescent Media Literacy Education, Author Information Removed

JMLE Submissions Open for Review

Online humiliation raises an educational problem that extends beyond identifying harmful messages: audience participation can make another person's embarrassment socially rewarding. This essay develops an argument for teaching responsibility for reactions and redistribution. Five student quotations reported in a Ghanaian doctoral manuscript illustrate tensions between recognition, joking, unwanted exposure and silent disagreement. They inform a conceptual discussion rather than a new analysis of focus-group transcripts. Drawing on scholarship on adolescent peer relations, bystander behaviour and media literacy, the essay distinguishes interpreting a message from judging what one's participation does to others. It proposes a classroom sequence using fictional exchanges to …

Adolescent Vulnerability To Disinformation, Polarisation, Filter Bubbles And Echo Chambers: A Systematic Review With Implications For Media Literacy Education, Author Information Removed

JMLE Submissions Open for Review

Disinformation, polarisation, filter bubbles and echo chambers pose growing risks to adolescents, as they are a group that consumes large amounts of information via social media. This paper presents a systematic review, following the PRISMA method, of the available empirical evidence on these risks among adolescents. Twelve empirical studies, published between 2019 and 2025, and collected from Web of Science and Scopus, were analysed. The results evidence that disinformation is the best-documented risk, whilst polarisation receives only marginal coverage and there is no direct empirical evidence regarding filter bubbles and echo chambers. Adolescents’ vulnerability is not uniform: it depends on …

Hybrid Deep-Machine Learning For Butterfly Species Image Classification, Maha A. Rajab, Wisal Hashim Abdulsalam, Firas A. Abdullatif, Tole Sutikno

Baghdad Science Journal

Classifying butterfly species is crucial in biodiversity studies and environmental monitoring. However, manual classification is often a laborious process that requires specialized expertise and is prone to error, especially when species have similar visual characteristics. To address these drawbacks, this paper presents a hybrid approach that combines machine learning with deep learning for feature extraction. To enhance the visibility of important features, preprocessing techniques such as background removal and binarization are applied to butterfly images. Feature extraction was performed using the SqueezeNet convolutional neural network, pretrained on the ImageNet dataset. By discarding the final classification layer, the network produced discriminative …

Deepfinsec: Advancing Online Financial Fraud Detection Via Structural Similarity-Based Graph Embedding, Diksha Sharma, Robin Prakash Mathur, Manmohan Sharma

Baghdad Science Journal

The frequent use of digital technology has significantly increased the use of online transactions. Most financial activities are conducted electronically. Financial fraud involves deceiving individuals or businesses for monetary gain. The proposed graph node embedding technique, FA-Struc2vec, is applied to the financial transaction network to extract graph node features based on their structural similarity and generate node embeddings. The node embeddings serve as input to DeepFinSec, which classifies transactions into desired classes. DeepFinSec is a proposed DL-based model that is a hybrid of CNN and LSTM. CNN processes transaction data and extracts local and high-level abstract features while LSTM captures …

Greenwavetransformer: A Lightweight Forecast-Driven Control Framework Toward Sustainable Data Center Management, Esraa Monzer Alqasmy, Nizar Nouri Alhafez

Baghdad Science Journal

Cloud computing continues to consume increasing amounts of energy, adding to operating costs and making sustainability and service reliability harder to maintain. Resource management, however, is still largely reactive in many systems: decisions are made after workload or renewable-energy conditions have already changed, with little use of what is likely to happen next. GreenWaveTransformer is designed around this gap. It combines a wavelet-based Transformer with an offline reinforcement-learning (RL) controller so that resource-management decisions can be informed by expected operating conditions rather than by the current state alone. A discrete wavelet transform is used to represent nonlinear and nonstationary workload …

Nucseg: An Effective Detectron2 Architecture For Nuclei Instance Segmentation In Histological Images, Payman Hussein Hussan, Syefy Mohammed Mangj

Baghdad Science Journal

Nuclei are often minuscule objects within histological whole slide imaging (WSI), presenting a labor-intensive task for pathologists to identify and analyze their characteristics. The precise identification of nuclei is essential in cancer pathology to conduct both quantitative and qualitative assessments of cancerous cells found within a slice of a tumor in order to assess the level of malignancy of the tumor; and to predict the outcome of the tumor. Manual identification is labor-intensive and prone to errors, whereas automatic recognition is complicated by the varied appearances and overlapping characteristics of nuclei, along with artifacts from digital photography. To address this …

Resolution On The Process Of Appointing Dr. Holly Farley As Provost, Isaac Slaven

Faculty Senate Resolutions

This resolution on the process of the appointment of a Provost passed by the Faculty Senate by unanimous vote.

The Ketupat War As A Cultural Performance: Ritual, Community Participation, And Cultural Preservation In Tempilang, Bangka Belitung, Fawarti Gendra Nata Utami, Budi Setiyono, Muhammad Fazli Taib Saearani

Bahasa dan Seni: Jurnal Bahasa, Sastra, Seni, dan Pengajarannya

This study examines the Perang Ketupat tradition in Tempilang Village, Bangka Belitung Province, Indonesia, as a form of cultural performance. It aims to analyze the tradition through five dimensions: ritual, performing arts, community participation, cultural education, and community-based safeguarding of intangible cultural heritage (ICH). Employing a qualitative approach based on performance ethnography, data were collected through participant observation, in-depth interviews, document analysis, and a literature review during the 2024 Ketupat War Festival. The findings reveal that the tradition functions not only as a ritual for warding off misfortune but also as a living cultural performance that reinforces cultural identity, strengthens …

The Illusion Of Normative Convergence: A Neoclassical Realist Analysis Of The Ieu-Cepa And Eudr Collision, Pribadi Sutiono, Mansur Juned

Jurnal Wacana Politik

In 2026, The European Union’s geoeconomic strategy is increasingly defined by the systemic dynamics of the renewed US-China rivalry, the transatlantic alliance fracture under the Trump administration, and the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war. To mitigate these dynamics, the EU has aggressively pivoted to the Global South, prioritizing the Indonesia-EU Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (IEU-CEPA). However, the EU also seeks to enforce its normative climate agenda via the imminent December 2026 implementation of the European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), which contains points that also became central to the discussion on the IEU-CEPA. This research utilizes a Neoclassical Realism (NCR) framework and qualitative …

Epidemic Dynamics Under Pulse Population Exchange, Hannah Kravitz, Christina Durón, Moysey Brio

Mathematics and Statistics Faculty Publications and Presentations

Many epidemiological models assume either closed populations or continuous demographic turnover. We consider an intermediate setting in which exchange occurs through discrete pulses. In this paper, we introduce a population-conserving compartmental epidemiological model with pulse population exchange at a set of prescribed times. At each pulse, a fraction of the population in each compartment is replaced by a combination of susceptible and immunized individuals. In contrast to typical pulse birth or pulse vaccination models where only a single compartment undergoes a pulse population change, the pulses in this model have competing effects: removing infectious individuals reduces the force of infection, …

Expression Analysis Of Ferroptosis-Related Genes Gpx4 And Acsl4 In Iraqi Patients With Ulcerative Colitis: Association With Disease Activity, Abbas Ali Manshd

Muthanna Medical Journal

Background: Although ferroptosis has been identified as a key process in the pathophysiology of ulcerative colitis (UC), there is still little clinical data on ferroptosis-related gene expression. This study examined the expression of GPX4 and ACSL4 in peripheral blood from UC patients in Iraq and assessed their correlation with disease activity. Methods: In this case-control study involving 50 UC patients and 50 healthy controls, the 2^{-ΔΔ Ct} technique assessed relative GPX4 and ACSL4 mRNA expression via quantitative real-time PCR. Disease activity was quantified using the Mayo Clinic Score, with ESR and CRP serving as inflammation indicators. …

Exploring The Intersectional Identities Of Youth Mentees And Their Mentors In Shaping The Quality And Duration Of Their Relationships, Kristian V. Jones, Theresa N. Melton, Amy J. Anderson, Thomas E. Keller, David L. Dubois

School of Social Work Faculty Publications and Presentations

Mentoring programs enjoy considerable empirical support as a strategy for supporting the positive development of youth, particularly those with marginalized identities (e.g., minoritized racial identities) and/or from economically disadvantaged backgrounds. There tends to be considerable variability, however, in both the quality of the mentor–mentee relationships established through programs and whether these relationships are sustained for intended periods of time. Research indicates these features of relationships can be significant influences on the outcomes of participating youth, thus making it imperative to better understand the factors that may contribute to mentoring relationship quality and duration. To expand inquiry in this area, the …

The Heterogeneous Impacts Of The Residential Component Of A Training Program: A Semi-Parametric Analysis, Jun Cai, Alfonso Flores-Lagunes, Xintong Wang

Upjohn Institute Working Papers

Several training programs worldwide are residential, bringing enrollees to live in facilities and thus increasing program costs. In the U.S., the Job Corps (JC) program for disadvantaged youth includes a residential component. Despite extensive literature evaluating JC, the impact of the residential component has received limited attention. We develop and employ a semi-parametric model to estimate the average causal effects of this residential component, accounting for selection into both the program and the residential feature. Our findings indicate that, for JC enrollees, the residential component boosts earnings, employment, and educational degree attainment among adolescents. For other subgroups, the residential component …

Pappas Opens Narrow Lead Over Sununu In New Hampshire Senate Race, Race For Governor Tightens 9/24/2026, Unh Survey Center

All UNH Survey Center Polls

Democrat Chris Pappas has a narrow lead over Republican John E. Sununu in the race for U.S. Senate in New Hampshire. In the races for Congress, incumbent Democrat Maggie Goodlander holds a comfortable lead over Republican Lily Tang Williams in CD2, while Democrat Stefany Shaheen and Republican Anthony DiLorenzo are statistically tied in CD1. In the race for governor, incumbent Republican Kelly Ayotte is statistically tied with Democrat Cinde Warmington. A slim majority approve of Ayotte's handling of her job as governor. A plurality support a proposal capping local education spending. Granite Staters are concerned about the trade standoff between …

Lamont Leads In Re-Election Bid For Connecticut Governor; Residents Favor "No Excuse" Absentee Voting 9/24/2026, Unh Survey Center

All UNH Survey Center Polls

Incumbent Democratic Governor Ned Lamont continues to lead the Republican challenger, State Senator Ryan Fazio, in the race for governor of Connecticut. Approval of Lamont's performance in office has increased since August, fueled by an increase in approval among Democrats. Attorney General William Tong is comfortably ahead in his re-election bid. Most Connecticut residents disapprove of President Trump's handling of trade negotiations with Canada and are concerned about ongoing issues between the two countries. Majorities support the recent adoption of "no excuse" absentee voting and changes to homeschooling regulations. A majority of state residents think prediction markets offering sports bets …

Jackson And Collins Remain Close In Maine Senate Race, Pingree Leads Charles For Governor 9/24/2026, Unh Survey Center

All UNH Survey Center Polls

Democrat Troy Jackson and Republican incumbent Susan Collins remain in a statistical tie for Maine's U.S. Senate seat, largely unchanged since July. In the races for Congress, Democrat Matthew Dunlap is statistically tied with former Governor Paul LePage, while incumbent Democrat Chellie Pingree holds a comfortable lead over Republican Ronald Russell in the 1st District. Democrat Hannah Pingree leads the race for governor over Republican Bobby Charles. Mainers largely disapprove of outgoing Governor Janet Mills' job performance. Three-quarters of Mainers are very or somewhat concerned about trade issues between the U.S. and Canada. Mainers are divided about the state's program …

Markey, Healey Favored For Re-Election In Massachusetts, Marijuana Prohibition Question Lacks Support 9/24/2026, Unh Survey Center

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Incumbent Democrat Ed Markey holds a comfortable lead over Republican nominee John Deaton in Massachusetts's Senate race, largely unchanged since August. Incumbent Democratic Governor Maura Healey leads Republican Michael Minogue in her bid for re-election. Approval of Healey's performance as governor has increased since the summer. Massachusetts voters look set to vote "yes" on Questions 6, 7, and 4, but oppose Question 8 which would prohibit recreational use of marijuana in the commonwealth. More than three-quarters of Bay Staters disapprove of President Trump's handling of trade with Canada and are concerned about the ongoing trade strife. In the Lindsay Clancy …

Partisan Headwinds Hamper Scott In Race With Janoo For Governor Of Vermont 9/24/2026, Unh Survey Center

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Democratic nominee for governor Amanda Janoo has increased her support significantly since winning the Democratic Primary last month and is now in a statistical tie with Republican incumbent Phil Scott. Scott's job approval rating has been declining in recent months. Democrat Molly Gray leads incumbent Republican John Rodgers in her bid to re-take her previous role as lieutenant governor of Vermont, while incumbent Democrat Becca Balint holds a comfortable lead in her bid for re-election to Congress. Vermonters support both ballot measures included on the November ballot and largely understand both measures. On state issues, a majority would support a …

Democrats Foulkes & Reed Enjoy Wide Leads In Rhode Island While Matos Embattled In Lt. Governor Race 9/24/2026, Unh Survey Center

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Democrat Helena Foulkes leads Independent Ken Block and Republican Aaron Guckian in the race for governor of Rhode Island and incumbent Democratic Senator Jack Reed holds a comfortable lead over Republican Raymond McKay in the race for Senate. The race for lieutenant governor is far closer, with incumbent Democrat Sabina Matos in a statistical tie with Republican John Loughlin. Outgoing Governor Dan McKee’s job approval continues to fall. Rhode Islanders largely oppose efforts to re-launch trucking tolls and bipartisan majorities doubt the new Washington Bridge will be open by the newly-announced scheduled date in November 2028.

Community-Based Participatory And Action Research: Bridging Latin American And Local Perspectives, Latin American And Iberian Institute, Nina Wallerstein, Andreas Hernandez, Andrea Román-Alfaro

LAII Events

Thursday, September 24th and Friday, September 25th.

Join us for a one-and-a-half day conference bringing together scholars, students, and community partners engaged in participatory and community-based research in Latin America, New Mexico, and the Southwest. The conference will feature invited speakers, interactive workshops, World Café-style discussions, and student lightning talks designed to foster dialogue, exchange ideas, and strengthen connections across Latin American and local contexts.

Featured invited speakers:

Anjuli Fahlberg, Tufts University
Nilza Rogéria de Andrade Nunes, Pontifical Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro (PUC-RJ)
Siegrid Guillaumon Dechandt, University of Brasília

Organized by the Latin American and Iberian Institute (LAII) …

Nacen Del Nopal | Artist Talk & Panel, Secret Gallery, Albuquerque

LAII Events

A conversation with Woodblock Artists in Oaxaca Mexico: Nacen del Nopal explores the symbols, landscapes and traditions woven throughout printmaking in southern México. Through this hybrid discourse, we hope to move beyond the beauty of these pieces, to the “why” that drives artists to create. Join us as we present curators, historians, and artists from both sides of the border in order to help us understand this artistic revolution.

Taller Para Maestros: Poesía De Hispanoamérica Y España: La Poesía Como Herramienta Didáctica En La Clase De Español, María José Ramírez

LAII Events

En esta sesión formativa en línea descubriremos el inmenso potencial de la poesía como herramienta didáctica dinámica y motivadora en la clase de español, explorando cómo usarla de manera efectiva para convertirla en un vehículo para el aprendizaje significativo. Ofreceremos un repertorio de recursos y actividades prácticas listas para aplicar, incluyendo una amplia selección de poemas cuidadosamente escogidos para diferentes niveles y edades, desde Elementary a High School. Asimismo, veremos cómo explotar estos textos no solo desde el punto de vista lingüístico (vocabulario, gramática, estructuras), sino también como punto de partida para promover la riqueza cultural del mundo hispanohablante. …

September 24, 2026

The Breeze, 2020-

No abstract provided.