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An Analysis Of Bipolar Trapezoidal Neutrosophic Sets (Btnss) For Examining The Income-Increasing And Poverty-Reduction Effects Of Ecological Compensation In The Huai River Basin Of Anhui Province: A Comprehensive Study, Yuwei Wang, Shengnan Zhang

Neutrosophic Sets and Systems

This study proposes the decision-making approach for evaluation of ecological compensation in the Huai river basin of Anhui province. We used the neutrosophic sets to deal with the uncertainty information. In both the trapezoidal and bipolar neutrosophic environments, decision makers supply all the information needed to make decisions in complex multicriteria decision-making problems. This work suggests a novel, efficient method to handle these situations. We used two methods to evaluate the criteria and alternatives such as LMAW and MARCOS. We used the LMAW method to compute the criteria weights and the MARCOS method to rank the alternatives. Nine criteria and …

Ground-Arthropod Assemblage Response To Groundwater As A Metric Of Flooding In The Middle Rio Grande, Wesley J. Noe

Water Resources Professional Project Reports

Riparian zones are dynamic ecosystems, crucial for maintaining biodiversity and ecological balance, particularly in arid environments like the Middle Rio Grande (MRG). Ground arthropods, with their sensitivity to environmental changes, serve as bioindicators for assessing the impacts of water regime changes in the MRG, specifically flooding which was historically the main driver of the MRG ecosystem. This study investigated the responses of ground arthropod communities to fluctuations in groundwater and land management practices within MRG riparian habitats. Using a combination of pitfall trapping and habitat assessments, arthropod abundance was assessed in relation to depth to groundwater (DTG). Findings revealed shifts …

Analysis Of The Potential Impacts Of Brine And The Main Challenges Of The Water Importing Project From The Gulf Of California To Phoenix, Arizona (Arizona Water Project Solution), Alejandro Corral Hernandez

Water Resources Professional Project Reports

In December 2022, the Arizona Water Project Solution (AWPS) was presented to the Water Infrastructure Finance Authority of Arizona (WIFA). The project proposes to develop, construct, and operate a Seawater Reverse Osmosis (SWRO) plant in Puerto Peñasco, Sonora, Mexico, and transport potable water through a 200-mile pipeline to supply the city of Phoenix, Arizona, in the United States.

This study includes a cross-multiple-case analysis, incorporating expert data and information, to evaluate the brine impacts and challenges faced in developing the five operational SWRO plants in Israel and the Claude “Bud” Lewis Carlsbad plant in California, United States. By identifying patterns, …

Ground-Arthropod Assemblage Response To Groundwater As A Metric Of Flooding In The Middle Rio Grande, Wesley Noe

Water Resources Professional Project Reports

Riparian zones are dynamic ecosystems, crucial for maintaining biodiversity and ecological balance, particularly in arid environments like the Middle Rio Grande (MRG). Ground arthropods, with their sensitivity to environmental changes, serve as bioindicators for assessing the impacts of water regime changes in the MRG, specifically flooding which was historically the main driver of the MRG ecosystem. This study investigated the responses of ground arthropod communities to fluctuations in groundwater and land management practices within MRG riparian habitats. Using a combination of pitfall trapping and habitat assessments, arthropod abundance was assessed in relation to depth to groundwater (DTG). Findings revealed shifts …

Spatial And Equity Analysis Of The Xeriscape Conversion Rebate Program In Albuquerque, Nm., Claire Jordy

Water Resources Professional Project Reports

With increasing water scarcity concerns threatening water supplies, many cities in the Western U.S. are focusing more effort on their water conservation programs to reduce consumptive water use. The Albuquerque Bernalillo County Water Utility Authority (Water Authority) in Bernalillo County, NM has had several water conservation programs in place since the 1990s, and still, they aim to further reduce water consumption. The Xeriscape Conversion Rebate Program is one of the primary tools to achieve this goal, encouraging customers to convert their high water-use turfgrass lawns to desert-friendly xeriscaping by providing a one-time rebate on their water bill. This rebate program …

Adaptability Evaluation Of Vocational Education And Economic Development Under The Bipolar Neutrosophic Sets, Chen Yuan, Yongye Chen

Neutrosophic Sets and Systems

This study suggests a decision-making methodology to evaluate the risks in vocational education and economic development. This problem has different criteria and alternatives which must be evaluated. This evaluation can include uncertainty in the evaluation process. So, we use the bipolar neutrosophic sets (BNSs) to deal with uncertainty and vague data. The BNSs are extensions of the neutrosophic sets. We used two decision-making methods for the evaluation of risks in vocational education and economic development such as BWM to compute the criteria weights and the COPRAS method to rank the alternatives based on a set of criteria. This study uses …

New Approach Single Valued Neutrosophic Sets For Teaching Quality Challenges Evaluation In College Public English Broad Impacts, Xiao Ma

Neutrosophic Sets and Systems

Previous research on teaching quality challenges in college public English has relied on methods that accept vague or fuzzy inputs. Single-valued neutrosophic Sets (SVNSs) are used to handle uncertain or unclear expert assessments by allowing both precise and imprecise data to be analyzed together. This approach ensures that valuable information is not lost during the evaluation process. To improve decision-making in multi-criteria decision-making (MCDM) problems, this study introduces a new integrated framework that combines the EDAS method with the MEREC method for criteria weight computation under the SVNS environment. The MEREC method is applied to determine the importance of each …

Rethinking Reverse Logistics: Neutrosophic Strategies For Warehouse Management Challenges, Thanh- Ngan Le, Quoc-Hieu Phan, Phi Hung Nguyen, Lan-Anh Thi Nguyen

Neutrosophic Sets and Systems

Implementing warehouse management platforms (WMPs) in Vietnam's smart reverse logistics (SRL) sector faces numerous barriers, hindering operational efficiency and competitiveness. This study develops a robust multi-stage decision-making framework to identify, analyze, and address these barriers, filling a critical research gap in SRL practices. The proposed model integrates Neutrosophic Sets (NS) for managing uncertainties in expert evaluations with the Decision-Making Trial and Evaluation Laboratory (DEMATEL) method to examine cause-and-effect relationships among barriers. Additionally, the Neutrosophic Combined Compromise Solution (NS COCOSO) method ranks solutions for overcoming these challenges. In the first stage, key barriers—such as insufficient strategic planning, lack of expertise in …

Isotopic Properties Of Neutrosophic Soft Quasigroup And Its Application In Decision-Making, Benard Osoba, Oyebo Tunde Yakub, Abdulkareem Abdulafeez Olalekan, Oyewole Oluwapamilerin, Adenibuyan Micheal Tokunbo, Oluwatobi Balogun, Adekola Lanrewaju Olumide

Neutrosophic Sets and Systems

A Q-neutrosophic soft quasigroup (ϕ Q, A) represents a novel mathematical framework designed to address scenarios characterized by indeterminate occurrences. This paper seeks to extend the classical examination of quasigroups to include Q-neutrosophic soft quasigroups. It provides a thorough investigation into isotopism, homomorphism, isomorphism, and the direct product concerning the hybrid concept of neutrosophic soft sets under a non-associative structure. This research expands the concept of the Q-set to a groupoid, which facilitates the development of an algorithm for Q-neutrosophic soft quasigroups. The definitions of isotopism and homomorphism for Q-neutrosophic soft quasigroups are introduced, revealing that every isotope of a …

Advanced Machine Learning Approaches For Breast Cancer Detection With Neutrosophic Sets, Hussam Elbehiery, Hanaa Fathi, Mohamed Eassa, Ahmed Abdelhafeez, Mohamed Refaat Abdellah, Hadeer Mahmoud

Neutrosophic Sets and Systems

Breast Cancer (BC) remains a significant health challenge for women and is one of the leading causes of mortality worldwide. Accurate diagnosis is critical for successful therapy and increased survival rates. Recent advances in medical imaging and computational technologies have enabled more precise methods of detecting and evaluating breast cancer. Accurate analysis and diagnosis utilizing medical imaging have developed as essential research topics, providing important help in clinical decision making for various illnesses, including breast cancer. Machine learning (ML) can accurately predict breast cancer. But the breast cancer data has vague and uncertainty information. So, the neutrosophic sets (NSs) are …

Expanded Triangular Fuzzy Neutrosophic Numbers For Safety Risk Evaluation Of Urban Rail Transit Engineering: An Innovative Method For Better Risk Assessment, Xiuli Liu

Neutrosophic Sets and Systems

Safety assessment of urban rail transit (URT) operations plays a crucial role not only in shaping passenger travel choices but also in urban development planning. The findings of such assessments are valuable for both passengers and transport operators. In this study, we propose an integrated multi-stage evaluation framework to assess URT operations from a safety perspective. This framework considers decision-makers' (DMs') risk preferences and the uncertainty of available information. We employ two key methods: the CRITIC method to determine the weights of evaluation criteria and the MOORA method to rank the alternatives. Both methods operate within the framework of triangular …

A Neutrosophic Model For Assessing The Impact Of Artificial Intelligence On Civil Liability, María Gracia Paredes-Morales, Gino Joel Alberdy-Rodriguez, Susy Grey Morales-Cobos, Dessire Amandiz Castro-Valderrama, Gloria Angélica Valderrama-Barragán, Edwin Favio Valderrama-Barragán

Neutrosophic Sets and Systems

The creation of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools has grown exponentially in recent years. The number of these tools, their capabilities to solve problems and the number of people who use them are increasing rapidly. This constitutes a positive advance for humanity; however, there is also a negative side that can arise from its inappropriate use. To avoid the problems that may arise with the improper use of AI, it is necessary to have a regulatory legal framework that offers the guidelines to follow for evaluating the AI tools that arise and the civil and criminal consequences for those who fail …

Landscape Design Quality Evaluation Of Abandoned Coal Mine Sites Using Single-Valued Triangular Neutrosophic Numbers, Ye Liang

Neutrosophic Sets and Systems

This research uses Single-Valued Triangular Neutrosophic Numbers (SVTNNs) to address uncertainty and vague problems in the Abandoned Coal Mine Sites evaluation. By adjusting the subjective assessments, Single-Valued Triangular Neutrosophic Numbers handle degrees of affiliation and disassociation as well as additional unclear degrees of neutral opinion. The WENSLO approach is used to compute criteria weights. To develop a hybrid model that handles ambiguity more adaptable, this study combines the WENSLO method with the Single Valued Triangular Neutrosophic Numbers-based REGIME strategy. In conclusion, we used these methods to confirm the precision of the calculations made using the suggested approach. The fundamental idea …

Enhancing Missing Data Imputation For Migrants Data: A Neutrosophic Set-Based Machine Learning Approach, Doaa A. Abdo, A. A. Salama, Alaa A. Abdelmegaly, Hanan Khadari Mahdi Mahmoud

Neutrosophic Sets and Systems

This study tackles the problem of missing data in migrant datasets by introducing a new framework that combines machine learning techniques with neutrosophic sets. These sets, which can represent uncertainty and ambiguity, are well-suited for managing the complex nature of missing information in sensitive fields like migration research. We test the effectiveness of KNN, SVM, decision tree, random forest, and Ada Boost algorithms on a migrant dataset, comparing their results using different imputation methods (mean/mode, model-based imputer (simple tree), and random values). Our research showed that our proposed approach, which used neutrosophic sets, improved imputation accuracy and strengthened model reliability. …

Human Capital And Innovation In Developed And Developing Countries: A Systematic Literature Review Using Methodi Ordinatio And Hypersoft Sets, Leonardo José España-Barraza, Efraín Javier De-La-Hoz-Granadillo, Katia Ninozca Flores-Ledesma

Neutrosophic Sets and Systems

This article aims to analyze the influence of human capital on innovation. To achieve this, the Methodi Ordinatio methodology was used. The search for scientific articles was done using the Scopus and Web of Science databases. Only documents published between 2013 and 2023 were selected. The systematic review of the literature shows that human capital is relevant in promoting innovation in any type of economy; however, the impact may vary depending on the economic and regional context being studied. The data obtained are analyzed with the help of the hybridization of the Methodi Ordinatio with the HyperSoft Sets theory. In …

Clear Approach To Education Quality Evaluation Of Multilingual Higher Education Internationalization Under Probabilistic Simplified Neutrosophic Sets For Academic Improvement, Qing Li, Wenya Chen

Neutrosophic Sets and Systems

An integrated multi-criteria decision-making (MCDM) approach is used in this study to evaluate multilingual higher education internationalization. This study is the first to employ a novel combination technique that has not yet been used for corporate performance evaluation. It is based on root assessment method (RAM) and indifference threshold-based attribute ratio analysis (ITARA) methodologies. The weights of the criteria are determined using the ITARA approach, and the RAM method is used to rank the alternatives. these methods are used under the neutrosophic sets to deal with vague and uncertainty data. This study uses the Probabilistic Simplified Neutrosophic sets to overcome …

The Potential Of Alliances For Regional Productive Development From The Tutorial Centers Of The University Of Cartagena Measured With The Support Of Plithogenic Swot Analysis, Edgardo Antonio Carmona-Arrieta, Katia Ninozca Flores-Ledesma, Álvaro Andrés Escobar-Espinoza, Abrahan Cesar Neri-Ayala, Pedro Barrientos-Gutiérrez, Pablo José Guerrero

Neutrosophic Sets and Systems

The University of Cartagena in Colombia, with its 104 recognized research groups in various fields such as health, social sciences, engineering, basic sciences, environment, and sustainable development, expands its academic reach by establishing Tutorial Centers in Bolívar and Córdoba. The objective of these centers is to offer distance learning opportunities, thus increasing access to education for the local population. This study explores the potential of forming strategic alliances with the productive sector, taking advantage of the resources and strategic benefits of these centers. In this paper, we measure the po tentialities, based on the Plithogenic SWOT Analysis. The SWOT analysis …

Edge Connectivity Of A Neutrosophic Graph, Aparna Tripathy, Amaresh Chandra Panada, Siva Prasad Behera, Bhabani S. Mohanty

Neutrosophic Sets and Systems

Neutosophic graphs are an extension of fuzzy and intuitionistic fuzzy graphs by including the uncertainty, vagueness, and indeterminacy that are normal in the real world. This paper looks into the edge connectivity of a neutrosophic graph, which is a basic parameter that shows how strong and fault-tolerant networks are that are modelled by these graphs. Edge connectivity, which is the smallest number of edges that need to be taken away from a graph to make it trivial or disconnected, is a key concept in figuring out how strong and resilient networks are in many situations. This paper also addresses computational …

Hybrid Superhypersoft Model For Evaluation Of Comprehensive Transportation Efficiency: Analysis And Results, Zigeng Wen, Jie Liu, Jianchang Huang

Neutrosophic Sets and Systems

In this research, we investigate the features of comprehensive transportation efficiency assessment. Optimizing the energy-saving and efficient comprehensive transportation structure is essential to further lowering logistics costs. We evaluate the transportation efficiency using the decision making model based on a set of criteria and alternatives. We used two methods. named BWM and MABAC methods. The BWM is used to compute the criteria weights and the MABAC method is used to rank the alternatives. These methods are used under the neutrosophic set to solve the uncertainty information. These methods are used with SuperHyperSoft to treat various criteria and sub criteria by …

Complex Fermatean Neutrosophic Sets And Their Applications In Decision Making, Vijaya V, Said Broumi, Manikandan H

Neutrosophic Sets and Systems

Complex Neutrosophic Sets have emerged as a groundbreaking paradigm for handling uncertainty in complex-valued variables. By defining truth, indeterminacy, and falsity membership functions within the unit circle of the complex plane, this innovative framework provides a robust foundation for uncertainty management. This paper introduces a novel hesitance distance measure for Complex Fermatean Neutrosophic Sets, enabling the quantification of uncertainty in complex decision-making scenarios. The proposed distance measure is applied to solve a Multi-Criteria Decision Making Problem, demonstrating its effectiveness in handling uncertainty and ambiguity. This research has far-reaching implications for various fields, including decision theory, artificial intelligence, and operations research. …

Ai Literacy: A Guide For Academic Libraries, Leo S. Lo

University Libraries & Learning Sciences Faculty and Staff Publications

This article presents a comprehensive framework for AI literacy in academic libraries, encompassing technical knowledge, ethical awareness, critical thinking, practical skills, and societal impact. It argues that libraries must take a leading role in developing AI literacy programs to help communities understand, evaluate, and ethically engage with AI technologies in an increasingly algorithm-driven world.

Women, Gender & Sexuality Studies 2025 Apr Self-Study & Documents, Unm Academic Program Review

UNM Academic Program Review

UNM Women, Gender & Sexuality Studies APR self-study report, review team report, response report, and initial action plan for Spring 2025, fulfilling requirements of the Higher Learning Commission.

Op-Ed Workshop, Adam Ratzlaff

LAII Events

Wednesday March 26, 2025 2:00-3:00 pm

LAII Conference Room

Join the LAII and the Department of Political Science for a workshop on op-ed writing.

One of the most important components of a liberal arts education is learning how to conduct research and prepare academic papers. However, for those interested in working in policy, one of the most important skills that they can learn is how to distill the complex information learned through research into a condensed format that is more likely to be read by both policymakers and the general public—particularly through op-eds. This is particularly true for those that …

Drug Targets Illumination: An Evidence-Based Data Analytics & Informatics Approach To Hypothesis Generation Through Clinical Trials And Genomic Variants, Jeremiah I. Abok

Chemistry and Chemical Biology ETDs

DRUG TARGETS ILLUMINATION: AN EVIDENCE-BASED DATA ANALYTICS & INFORMATICS APPROACH TO HYPOTHESIS GENERATION THROUGH CLINICAL TRIALS AND GENOMIC VARIANTS

Target Illumination Clinical Trial Analytics with Cheminformatics (TICTAC) introduces a scalable data integration pipeline that aggregates multivariate clinical trial evidence to systematically rank disease–target associations. By harmonizing metadata from AACT and employing confidence-scoring techniques, TICTAC facilitates hypothesis-driven target selection for drug discovery, enabling a data-driven approach to therapeutic development. In parallel, a bioinformatics-driven analysis of gnomAD exome mutations in the ZPR1 gene highlights the broader role of genetic variants in disease association. By employing variant effect predictors, protein stability modeling, and …

Colombia Revisited: A Conversation, Lina Britto, A. Ricardo López-Pedreros

LAII Events

Tuesday, March 25, 2025 3:00-5:00 pm

History Department Common Room (1104) in Mesa Vista Hall

Join us as we welcome historians A. Ricardo López-Pedreros and Lina Britto for the launch of their new edited volumes, Histories of Solitude (Vol 1) and Histories of Perplexity (Vol 2), which bring together over 40 scholars based in Colombia, the United States, England, and Canada to discuss how the history of Colombia illustrates central questions about democracy in the Americas. What could the histories of Colombia explain about Latin America and the world, if anything at all? What does it mean to work on …

Integrating Zotero With Your Writing: From Research To Publication, Evelyn Wang

HSLIC Faculty and Staff Instructional Resources

This workshop presentation provides a comprehensive guide on using Zotero for research and writing. It covers installation, reference collection, organization, citation insertion, bibliography generation, PDF management, and advanced features of Zotero. The presentation aims to enhance researchers' and writers' efficiency in managing references throughout the research and publication process.

The Pulse - March 20, 2025, Unm Hsc Marketing & Communications

The Pulse

Weekly newsletter of the UNM Health Sciences Center.

Language In Context: Exploring The Learning Experiences Of Culturally And Linguistically Diverse Students In Stem After-School Program, Gulnara Kussainova

Language, Literacy, and Sociocultural Studies ETDs

This study examines how language shapes interactions and learning outcomes for culturally and linguistically diverse middle school girls and their facilitators in an after-school STEM program. Grounded in the multiple identities approach, it explores how participants navigate hierarchies, build relationships, and engage through their multiple identities. Using Systemic Functional Linguistics, it analyzes linguistic strategies to reveal how language empowers or marginalizes. Focusing on interpersonal meanings of tenor, it examines expressions of authority and autonomy. The findings emphasize how participants’ multiple identities—such as gender, race, language, and cultural background—shape their STEM learning experiences. By exploring the intersection of linguistic and social …

Healthy Here Active Living Year 1 Summary, Camille R. Velarde, Courtney A. Fitzgerald, Theresa H. Cruz

Reports & Documents

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Healthy Here Immunization Year 1 Summary, Camille R. Velarde, Courtney A. Fitzgerald, Theresa H. Cruz

Reports & Documents

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