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Bodies Will Be Bodies?: A Case For Legitimate Body Objectiveness, Renz Villacampa

Mabini Review

Confined in spatiotemporal structures and relations, the body is caught in the linearity of economic production and the rigidity of ideological imperatives. In this setup, the objectiveness of the body is suspected of putting a person to a limit. This further interrogates and accuses the body of facilitating its own objectification. Here, I challenged prominent objections to the objectiveness of the body, particularly those coming from Marcel and the early/material feminist traditions. I then put forward a case in which the active-operative instrumentalization of the body is legitimized sans discounting the body as an addendum or mere physical extension. Further, …

Self-Surrendering Love: Initial Musings On Karuna And Caritas, Wesley Kim Soguilon

Mabini Review

he paper explores and exposes the connections between the Buddhist virtue Karuna and the Christian virtue Caritas. Employing a text-based analysis approach, the paper argues that both Karuna and Caritas have intersections, though their origins and inherent development in each religious tradition differ. After the exploration and exposition, it is found out that both virtues may be considered expressions of self-surrendering love whereby a faithful person sets aside oneself for the greater or common good, much more the good of the other. This is exemplified by the Bodhisattvas and the Saints, two interesting religious figures in Buddhism and Christianity, respectively.

Wikang Filipino At Ang Diskurso Ng Kasarian: Ang Misgendering Kay Jude Bacalso Bilang Salamin Ng Panlipunang Pananaw, Ignatius Vinzons

Mabini Review

The absence of grammatical gender in Filipino pronouns and some nouns has led some to claim that the Filipino language is gender neutral. However, cases of misgendering are undeniably present in our society. If the Filipino language is truly gender-neutral, how does misgendering occur in our context? This paper discusses the concept of misgendering, examines some of its examples in the Philippine context, and revisits literature on the supposed gender-neutrality of the Filipino language. It then analyzes the case of Jude Bacalso, a transgender woman who became a topic of public discourse on social media in July 2024 due to …

Leveraging Hyperledger Fabric For Enhanced Compliance Monitoring In Uav Operations, Diana Hawashin, Mohammad Madine, Mohamed Nemer, Khaled Salah, Raja Jayaraman, Ernesto Damiani, Ibrar Yaqoob

Industrial Engineering: Faculty & Staff Publications

The current Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) systems lack traceable, secure, private, and trustworthy automated assurance that UAV operations comply with regulatory rules and regulations. In this article, we propose a blockchain-based solution to ensure that the operations of UAVs comply with critical regulatory parameters such as geofencing and operational time restrictions. By utilizing smart contracts and blockchain’s inherent features, such as immutability, data integrity, and decentralization, our proposed system facilitates automated UAV compliance verification, ensures accountable UAV operations, and establishes a secure, private, and trustworthy framework for all stakeholders involved in UAV commercial activities. We leverage Hyperledger Fabric (HLF) to …

Learning Spaces, Others And Self: The “I—Learning” Experience Of Philosophy Students In Achieving Learning Competencies In A Pandemic, Mark Gatus

Mabini Review

Academic programs set learning competencies as essential standards to ensure that students acquire the necessary knowledge, skills, and values. The Commission on Higher Education (CHED) prescribed the competencies for the AB Philosophy Program through CMO No. 26 s. 2017, which includes the ability to demonstrate critical and logical thinking, construct cogent arguments, engage analytically and interpretively with philosophical texts, develop research and academic writing skills, apply philosophical theories to concrete situations, and critically evaluate the essence of philosophical learning in relation to the True, the Good, and the Just. However, the teaching-learning process was disrupted during the COVID-19 pandemic, raising …

Sun-Tzuian Critique Of The Russian Strategy In Its War Against Ukraine, Eduard Vicuna

Mabini Review

This study examines the effectiveness of Russian military strategy in the Ukraine war through the lens of Sun-Tzu’s strategic philosophy. Grounded in Sun-Tzu’s principles of warfare, the study evaluates Russian strategy using five key elements: Leader Values, People’s Belief, Mitigation, Environment, and Information. Employing a qualitative methodology, the research analyzes military decisions and tactics based on these strategic dimensions. Findings indicate that while Russia initially relied on deception and overwhelming force, its failure to achieve a swift victory stemmed from flawed planning, underestimated Ukrainian resistance, and logistical challenges. The study highlights the critical role of intelligence, adaptability, and psychological warfare, …

‘Greening’ Comparative Literature: Human And More-Than-Human World In Zacharias Papantoniou The High Mountains And Roderick O’Grady’S Bigfoot Mountain, Nikoleta Zampaki

Mabini Review

The aim of this article is to explore the symbiotic relationship between human and more-than-human world through a series of descriptions and representations found in the Modern Greek prose titled The High Mountains [Ta Psila Vouna in Modern Greek] of Zacharias Papantoniou, and the Bigfoot Mountain of Roderick O’ Grady, focusing particularly on how humans and nonhumans evolve, live together and communicate. Both authors describe the natural world extensively, focusing on the childish perception and emotions in nature through the beauty and ‘purity’ of mountain life that is full of indigenous practices, myths and legends of the past. Through the …

Archiving Academic Governance: A Collaborative Model For Preserving Institutional History, Liliana Galindo, Silvia Patricia Solís, William Flores

University Library Publications and Presentations

Learn how an academic library partnered with the Faculty Senate to preserve and enhance access to the history and contributions of faculty governance through archives and a digital repository. Strategies include building partnerships, engaging stakeholders, curating materials from legacy institutions, and collaboratively developing a sustainable workflow, and demonstrating how libraries and faculty can thrive through shared stewardship and engagement.

High-Power Dual-Channel Chamber For High-Frequency Magnetic Neuromodulation, Xiaoyang Tian, Hui Wang, Boshuo Wang, Jinshui Zhang, Dong Yan, Jeannette Ingabire, Samantha Coffler, Guillaume Duret, Quoc-Khanh Pham, Gang Bao, Junzhe Wang, Ashok Veeraraghavan, Jacob T Robinson, Stefan M Goetz, Angel V Peterchev

Faculty, Staff and Students Publications

Objective. Several novel methods, including magnetogenetics and magnetoelectric stimulation, use high frequency alternating magnetic fields to precisely manipulate neural activity. To quantify the behavioral effects of such interventions in a freely moving mouse, we developed a dual-channel magnetic chamber, specifically designed for rate-sensitive magnetothermal-genetic stimulation, and adaptable for other uses of alternating magnetic fields.

Approach. Through an optimized coil design, the system allows independent control of two spatially orthogonal uniform magnetic fields delivered at different frequencies within a 10 × 10 × 6 cm3 chamber suitable for mouse studies. The two channels have nominal frequencies of 50 and 550 kHz …

Inverse Problem Of Determining Initial Conditions In A Mixed Problem For A Two-Dimensional Hyperbolic Equation, Yashar T. Mehraliyev, Elvin I. Azizbayov

Baku Mathematical Journal

The article deals with the determination of initial conditions in a mixed problem for a two-dimensional hyperbolic equation. First, the uniqueness of the solution to the corresponding initial–boundary value problem is established. Then, by imposing certain restrictions on the given data, the existence of a solution to this problem is demonstrated. Furthermore, existence and uniqueness theorems are proved for the associated inverse problem of determining the initial conditions.

Chronic Post-Mastectomy Pain: Insights Into Mechanisms, Prevention, And Treatment Approaches, Abdulaziz H. Algain

Journal of Medical Rehabilitation Science

Chronic post-mastectomy pain (CPMP) is a prevalent and significant concern for many breast cancer surgery patients, affecting between 25% and 60% of females within the first year after surgery. This multifactorial condition arises from a combination of peripheral nerve injury, central sensitization, and immune-mediated inflammation. Although no single intervention can fully prevent CPMP, a comprehensive, multidisciplinary approach that addresses the biological, psychological, and social aspects of pain is crucial for enhancing the quality of life for breast cancer survivors. It is often underrecognized by clinicians, who may attribute pain to the expected postoperative recovery process, while patients sometimes accept discomfort …

The Roles Of The Human Resources Management Director And Their Impact On Entrepreneurial Training:An Analytical Study At The Ministry Of Labor And Social Affairs, Ali Abd Al-Salam Abd Al-Daem

Muthanna Journal of Administrative and Economics Sciences

The research problem lies in the weak level of entrepreneurial training in Iraqi ministries despite the importance of the strategic roles of human resources management. The research gap is represented by the scarcity of empirical studies that measure the relative impact of the roles of the HR manager (according to Ulrich’s model) in activating entrepreneurial training within the Iraqi public sector environment. Accordingly, this study aims to analyze the relationship between the roles of the Human Resources Management Director—as a strategic partner, administrative expert, developmental supporter, and change agent—and their impact on activating entrepreneurial training at the Ministry of Labor …

The Economic Impacts Of Climate Change And External Shocks On Tourism Demand In The Kurdistan Region Of Iraq: Econometric Modeling For The Period (2007–2023), Asst. Prof. Dr. Khadeeja Qader Same, Asst. Prof. Dr. Aswad Qadir Ahmed

Muthanna Journal of Administrative and Economics Sciences

This study aims to Analysis of the Economic Impacts of Climate Change and External Shocks on Tourism Demand in the Kurdistan Region for the Period (2007-2023), utilizing a rigorous econometric methodology that includes unit root tests, Granger causality, and the Autoregressive Distributed Lag (ARDL) model to verify long-term equilibrium relationships through the Bounds Test. The results revealed a “developmental paradox,” where tourism demand grows annually by 18.51% despite a steady rise in temperatures, a decline in rainfall by approximately 3.15 mm per year, and an increase in dust storms. The econometric modeling proved that every unit increase in temperature inflicts …

Approved Courses 3-31-26, Angela Brock

Individual Course Committee (ICC)

No abstract provided.

Dairy And Food Science Student Newsletter, March 31, 2026, Department Of Dairy And Food Science

Dairy and Food Science Student Newsletter

No abstract provided.

The Importance Of Proximal Non-Obstructive Plaque For Predicting Risk Of Future Acute Coronary Syndrome In Stable Cad: Prognostic Value Of Coronary Ct Angiography, Har R. S. Dhillon, Hilfan A. P. Lubis, Yuke Sarastri, Andre P. Ketaren, Teuku B. Haykal

Journal of the Hong Kong College of Cardiology

Objective: To evaluate the prognostic value of proximal non-obstructive coronary plaques detected by coronary computed tomography angiography (CCTA) in predicting acute coronary syndrome (ACS) among patients with stable coronary artery disease (CAD). Methods: This retrospective cohort included patients with stable CAD who underwent CCTA at Adam Malik General Hospital, Medan, between January and December 2023. Of 458 patients with non-obstructive plaques, 416 met inclusion criteria and were followed for 18 months. Patients were classified into proximal involvement (left main, proximal left anterior descending artery, proximal left circumflex artery, or proximal right coronary artery) and non-proximal groups. The primary endpoint was …

Approach To Management Of Grown-Up Cyanotic Congenital Heart Disease, Pak-Cheong Chow

Journal of the Hong Kong College of Cardiology

Despite of advances in cardiac and surgical care, some children with complex congenital heart disease remain cyanotic in adulthood. The grown-up cyanotic congenital heart diseases are heterogeneous due to their underlying cardiac anatomy and physiology. Other than cardiovascular problems, they patients are also faced with multi-system complications in the long run. Therefore, these patients need nuanced and comprehensive assessment, regular follow-up monitoring, and multi-facet management. In this article, the types and classification of cyanotic congenital heart diseases, the multi-system complications and the approach to assessment and treatment will be presented.

Emotional Intelligence Of Early College High School Juniors, Donna M. Besant

Morehead State Theses and Dissertations

A capstone submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Doctor of Education in the Ernst and Sara Lane Volgenau College of Education at Morehead State University by Donna M. Besant on March 31, 2026.

Operating Fund Budget/ Expenditure Summary Report 3rd Quarter 2025-26, Csusb Budget Office

University Budget Office records

No abstract provided.

Leveraging Accounting Analytics To Enhance Payroll Accuracy And Fraud Detection In U.S. Public Sector Institutions: A Case Study Approach, Regina Debrah

Beacom School of Business Student Publications

This study explores how accounting analytics can be leveraged to enhance payroll accuracy and improve fraud detection in U.S. public-sector institutions, addressing persistent irregularities amid rising demands for fiscal transparency. The research employs a qualitative design with secondary sources including academic literature, reports, and case studies. The literature identifies successful analytics implementation, such as Treasury OPI’s machine learning for data integration for unemployment claims. These precedents demonstrate direct transferability to payroll’s high volume and rules-based structure. Findings show that analytics significantly reduce improper payments through real-time screening, data integration, and risk prioritization when embedded in workflows. The findings also show …

Digital Financial Innovation, Currency Outside Banking System, And Inflationary Rate In Nigeria: Implications For Exchange Rate Management, Philip Ifeakachukwu Nwosa

Bullion

Digital financial innovation has expanded globally, supporting cashless systems and reducing currency outside banks and inflation in advanced economies. In Nigeria, however, rising use of digital payment platforms has coincided with increasing inflation and higher cash in circulation. This study explores the relationship among digital financial innovation, currency outside the banking system, and inflation from 2009 to 2024, while assessing implications for exchange rate management. Findings show that despite rapid digital payment growth, both inflation and cash outside banks remain elevated, creating challenges for effective exchange rate stability. The study adopts a descriptive research design to examine the relationship among …

Intergovernmental Relations, Market-Preserving Federalism, And Digital Governance In Nigeria, Dhikru Adewale Yagboyaju, Jeremiah Oluwadara Omotayo

Bullion

This paper analyses intergovernmental fiscal relations in Nigeria using Barry Weingast’s theory of market-preserving federalism. It argues that excessive fiscal centralisation, weak subnational autonomy, and recurring disputes over revenue allocation, such as those involving value-added tax and oil derivation, undermine inclusive economic development. Using qualitative analysis of policy documents, legal frameworks, and audit reports, the study finds that embedding digital governance within a market-preserving federal framework could enhance subnational revenue generation, fiscal transparency, and competitive horizontal federalism.

Transforming Nursing Clinical Education: The Power Of Environment, Student Motivation, And Clinical Instructors, Lia Mulyati, Nur Wulan, Abdal Rohim

Jurnal Keperawatan Indonesia

Clinical learning is an important component in the formation of nursing students’ professional competence. The clinical environment, student motivation, and the role of clinical instructors are factors that influence the achievement of learning outcomes in nursing clinical practice. However, the relationship between these factors is still not fully understood. This study aims to examine the relationship between the clinical environment, student motivation, and the role of clinical instructors, and to determine how these three factors contribute to learning outcomes in nursing clinical practice. A quantitative design with a cross-sectional survey approach was used. The sample consisted of 117 nursing students, …

Few Granite Staters Regularly Attend Religious Services, But Many Still Value Religion 3/31/2026, Unh Survey Center

All UNH Survey Center Polls

More than half of adult Granite Staters say they never attend religious services, despite most saying they did attend as children. Catholics represent the largest religious group among New Hampshire adults, followed closely by Protestants, but more than a third say they are agnostic, atheist, or religiously unaffiliated. Despite low church attendance, majorities say they believe in God or a supernatural entity and heaven or some type of afterlife, and just over half believe religion has a positive impact on society. Majorities also believe religion plays a key role in morality and believe the U.S. was founded as a Christian …

Vermonters See No Role For Religion In Public Life, Nearly Half Identify As Non-Religious 3/31/2026, Unh Survey Center

All UNH Survey Center Polls

Two-thirds of Vermont adults say they never attend religious services, despite many regularly attending in their childhood, and nearly half of the population identify as agnostic, atheist, or religiously unaffiliated, while less than one-fifth each identify as Catholic or Protestant. Overall, a majority say that religion is not very or not at all important to their lives. State residents are split on whether religion has a positive or negative effect on society but most feel that religion should play no role in public affairs and that prayer is public schools is inappropriate. Notwithstanding these opinions, about half of Vermonters personally …

Gli Weekly, March 31, 2026, Franke Global Leadership Initiative

GLI Weekly

GLI Volunteer: Bike Repair & EmPower Pack -- From Yellowstone to Southern Africa: Shared Challenges, Shared Solutions across Continents -- Become an Ambassador! -- Advising Information -- BTC Scholarship Workshops -- Beyond the Classroom Experience Planning -- Wild Stories: Wilderness, Policy, Packing, & Writing -- UM Global Career Accelerator -- EF Global Challenge -- Habbitat For Humanity -- BioBlitz at Travelers Rest -- Animal Wonders Volunteer -- Annual Clark Fork River Clean Up -- Project Community Connect -- Volunteer for the GLI! -- VolunteerUM -- Baby Food & Supply Drive -- Plant Propagation Workshop -- What Were You Wearing? -- …

The Fall Of Chevron: What It Means For Irs Authority And Tax Law, Reagan Honn

Southern Illinois University Law Journal

This Note examines the collapse of Chevron deference and its profound implications for federal tax law, where complexity and ambiguity are the rule rather than the exception. For decades, Chevron allowed courts to defer to the Internal Revenue Service’s reasonable interpretations of ambiguous statutes, promoting uniformity, predictability, and administrability across the tax system. In Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo, the U.S. Supreme Court dismantled that framework, shifting interpretive authority decisively to the judiciary. This Note argues that the loss of Chevron destabilizes tax administration by inviting inconsistent judicial interpretations, increasing taxpayer challenges, and undermining reliance on agency guidance. It further …

Held Hostage By High Prices: How The Pharmacy System Makes You Pay More, Riley Harris

Southern Illinois University Law Journal

This Note examines how current regulatory policies and practices of Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs) have led to increased prescription drug costs and diminished patient access to medications. Notably, Schmidtknecht v. OptumRx Inc. illustrates the real-world consequences of current PBM regulation, which allows them to increase medication prices without warning by controlling which pharmacies and insurance plans will cover certain prescription drugs. The Note analyzes existing federal regulations under the Civil Monetary Penalties Law (CMPL), the Patient Right to Know Drug Prices Act (2018), and the Know the Lowest Price Act of 2018, which seek to increase drug pricing transparency and …

Present And Future Effects Of Parental Discipline - What's The Best Way To Parent?, Erica Morrison

Psychology Student Publications

Different parenting styles can have different and long lasting effects on one's children. How we parent can largely shape who your child will become.

Supporting The Supporters: Reducing Stress For At Home Dementia Caregivers, Kendra Spitzer

Psychology Student Publications

Caring for individuals with dementia is associated with an increased mental strain, stress, anxiety, and depression. This paper explores mental health issues that can derive from caring for people living with dementia. Dementia is a highly progressive condition that impacts cognition and behavior, which affects both the individual and caregiver. While caregiving provides meaningful skills and a strong meaning to life, it also presents unpredictability and emotional distress. This paper highlights evidence-based supports to reduce mental health illnesses and burdens on caregivers. Supports such as social networks, digital mental health tools, mobile apps, and validation therapy are noted to be …