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Annual Comprehensive Financial Report, Williamson County, For The Year Ended June 30, 2025, Tennessee. Comptroller Of The Treasury.

Tennessee County Audit Reports

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The Effect Of Teaching Using The (Pror) Strategy On Academic Achievement In Science And Student Perseverance Among Fifth-Grade Students., Salam Dawood Ali Al-Jubouri

Uruk Journal of Human Sciences

The aim of the research is to identify the effect of teaching using the (PROR) strategy on academic achievement in science and student perseverance among fifth-grade students. There is no statistically significant difference at the (0.05) level between the mean scores of the experimental group (who studied using the PROR strategy) and the control group (who studied using the traditional method) in the achievement test.There is no statistically significant difference at the (0.05) level between the mean scores of the experimental group and the control group in the perseverance scale. The researcher adopted a quasi-experimental design, with a sample of …

Update On Expanding And Modernizing Campus Housing, Glenn Boyce

University of Mississippi News

Thanks to your hard work and dedication, the University of Mississippi continues to experience incredible momentum.

Peran Gdp Dalam Memoderasi Pengaruh Environmental, Social, Governance (Esg) Terhadap Kinerja Perusahaan Dalam Sektor Jasa Di Negara Asean-5 Periode 2019–2023, Syadinda Azra Rafinka, Mona Ridho Sidjabat

Jurnal Manajemen dan Usahawan Indonesia

This study analyze the role of GDP in moderating the influence of environmental, social, governance (ESG) on the performance of service sector companies. The data is collected from Refinitiv Eikon Database including 81 sample companies in the services sector in ASEAN-5 countries for the period 2019–2023 that have complete ESG combined score and individual pillar scores (environmental, social and governance) of each company. This study uses balanced panel data with fixed effect robust model estimation. The results show that environmental score and ESG combined score have a significant negative effect on firm performance. However, there is no significant effect of …

Fun At Work Dari Sudut Pandang Aparatur Sipil Negara (Asn): Studi Kualitatif Pada Instansi Pemerintahan Di Indonesia, Febrian Wibawa, Nayunda Andhika Sari

Jurnal Manajemen dan Usahawan Indonesia

The concept of fun at work is often discussed in various studies as an activity that supports a positive work climate and provides a variety of positive experiences for employees. However, there is debate in seeing the impact of implementing fun at work in the workplace, especially in the context of public services. To date, research related to fun at work in the context of public services or government institutions is still very limited. By focusing on the civil servants or ASNs in Indonesia, this study aims to explore the perceptions and experiences of fun at work for ASNs.

This …

“Gen Z Malas Dan Gampang Resign?”: Analisis Wacana Kritis Atas Representasi Negatif Dalam Media Massa, Muhammad Gaza

Jurnal Manajemen dan Usahawan Indonesia

This study employs Norman Fairclough’s Critical Discourse Analysis to examine how Indonesian online media construct negative stereotypes of Generation Z in the workplace. Based on an analysis of 15 national news articles (January–May 2025), the findings reveal that narratives such as “lazy,” “spoiled,” and “quick to resign” are consistently reproduced through word choice, institutional quotes, and framing aligned with traditional work values. The discourse operates on three levels: micro (biased linguistic structures), meso (digital market logic), and macro (intergenerational value tensions). These representations are not mere reflections of reality but symbolic practices that reinforce dominant work structures. A critical reading …

Data-Driven Constrained Control, Ali Kashani

Mechanical Engineering ETDs

Ensuring safety is a fundamental challenge. Traditional methods often rely on precise mathematical models, which are difficult, impractical, or costly to obtain for real-world systems with complex, nonlinear dynamics. This dissertation develops direct data-driven control approaches that enable safe and efficient operation of nonlinear systems without requiring explicit models or performing system identification. This effort leverages machine learning, optimization, and control theory to bridge theoretical rigor and practical applicability. Deterministic guarantees are provided based on the Lipschitz continuity of the system, and probabilistic guarantees through scenario optimization. The computation of safe sets is performed using one-shot approaches with broad neural …

Monitoring And Mitigation Of Per- And Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (Pfas) In Urban Stormwater Runoff, Mustafizur Rahaman

Theses and Dissertations

Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are emerging contaminants known for their persistence with widespread environmental and health concerns. Urban stormwater runoff could be a non-point pollution source that transports PFAS to receiving water bodies. This study analyzed types and concentrations of PFAS in stormwater runoff from Trenton and Glassboro, New Jersey, with samples collected from high- and low-traffic areas during precipitation events in February, June, July, and August 2024. Significantly higher concentrations of PFAS were identified in high-traffic areas than low-traffic areas (p< 0.05) in both cities for most sampling events, confirming the role of traffic in PFAS dispersal. To address PFAS contamination in stormwater runoff, this study evaluated the removal of six U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA)-regulated PFAS compounds from synthetic stormwater runoff using aluminum-based water treatment residuals (Al-WTRs, by-products of the drinking water treatment process). The findings demonstrated that Al-WTRs exhibited high sorption capacities and low desorption rates for PFAS, particularly for long-chain PFAS compounds such as perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) and perfluorooctanesulfonic acid (PFOS), supporting their potential as an economical and effective sorbent for stormwater PFAS management. Furthermore, the durability and sustained performance of Al-WTRs indicated their feasibility for future field-scale applications.

Penguatan Penegakan Etik Kepolisian Republik Indonesia Pada Komisi Kepolisian Nasional, Thoriq Hardiansyah

Jurnal Konstitusi & Demokrasi

In recent years there have been cases of abuse of authority committed by the Polri. this has a negative impact on the image of the police in the community. in handling the case also based on the law can only be carried out through the internal Polri in this case the Propam division through the Police Code of Ethics Commission (KKEP). The research method used is a qualitative method by combining data including normative, phenomena and in-depth analysis through comparison. the results of this ethical enforcement are not transparent and do not match what violators do. So that the results …

กลุ่มกฎหมายที่มีคุณค่าในระดับรัฐธรรมนูญ: ประสบการณ์ของระบบกฎหมายฝรั่งเศสและแนวทางการปรับใช้กับระบบกฎหมายไทย (Constitutional Bloc: France’S Experiences And Possible Applications In The Thai Legal System), Nuttawut Klaikham

Chulalongkorn University Law Journal

บทความนี้มีวัตถุประสงค์เพื่อศึกษาประสบการณ์ของระบบกฎหมายฝรั่งเศสในการจัดกลุ่มกฎหมายที่มีคุณค่าในระดับรัฐธรรมนูญ โดยอาศัยคณะตุลาการรัฐธรรมนูญเป็นองคาพยพในการจัดกลุ่มและพัฒนาหลักการทางรัฐธรรมนูญที่มีความเป็นพลวัตให้เกิดความชัดเจนภายใต้ทฤษฎีการจัดลำดับศักดิ์ของกฎหมาย โดยผลการศึกษาพบว่า คณะตุลาการรัฐธรรมนูญได้อาศัยบทบัญญัติของรัฐธรรมนูญแห่งสาธารณรัฐฝรั่งเศส ค.ศ. 1958 ที่กำหนดให้คำวินิจฉัยของคณะตุลาการรัฐธรรมนูญมีผลผูกพันทุกองค์กรมาใช้ในการพัฒนากลุ่มกฎหมายที่มีคุณค่าในระดับรัฐธรรมนูญ โดยการวินิจฉัยให้เอกสารทางกฎหมายอื่น ๆ ถือเป็นส่วนหนึ่งของกลุ่มกฎหมายที่มีคุณค่าในระดับรัฐธรรมนูญ ซึ่งประสบการณ์ดังกล่าวสามารถนำมาปรับใช้กับระบบกฎหมายไทยได้ในกรณีที่ต้องมีการตีความเอกสารทางกฎหมายที่มีมาก่อนการประกาศใช้รัฐธรรมนูญให้มีสถานะดังเช่นรัฐธรรมนูญ รวมถึงการตีความหลักการทางกฎหมายที่เคยปรากฏในรัฐธรรมนูญฉบับก่อนแต่ไม่ปรากฏในรัฐธรรมนูญฉบับปัจจุบัน

The Future Of Foreign Language Learning In The Age Of Artificial Intelligence: A Critical Analysis Of Trends, Challenges, And Opportunities, Ahmad Aljanadbah, Rashid Hamad Al Marri, Hamad Mubarak Almarri

All Works

The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in foreign language education is transforming how languages are taught and learned. This study investigates the current trends, advantages, and challenges of AI applications in language acquisition. Employing a qualitative content analysis method, the research analyzes scholarly publications and practical innovations in AI-based tools, such as adaptive learning systems, intelligent chatbots, and automated writing feedback. The findings highlight AI's potential to enhance personalized instruction, boost learner engagement, and expand access to authentic language materials. Nonetheless, the study also reveals notable limitations, including concerns about data privacy, diminished human interaction, and ethical risks related to …

Obesity And Smoking Status: Relationships With Specific Pulmonary Functions In University Of Babylon College Of Pharmacy Students, Safa W. Aziz

Muthanna Medical Journal

Adult pulmonary function impairment is associated with both smoking and obesity, albeit the consequences vary from person to person. This study aims to evaluate the relationship between smoking and obesity and their relationship to specific pulmonary functions in a selected group of the population (University of Babylon College of Pharmacy students, Iraq). Materials and Methods: The observational study was carried out on 90 male students at the college pharmacy in the University of Babylon, Iraq. Students enrolled in this study were aged between 19-23 years. The control group (30 males) from general students in the college pharmacy without smoking, …

Gene Profiling And Clinicopathological Features For Prognostic Modeling Of Recurrence In Non-Metastatic Clear-Cell Renal Cell Carcinoma., Xuzhi Yan, Jian Chen, Dianzheng Zhang, Xiaodu Xie, Ziqian Wang, Chongliang Zheng, Junhao Jin, Jing Xu, Qian Yan, Qiuli Liu, Weihua Lan, Jun Jiang

PCOM Scholarly Works

BACKGROUND: Accurate risk stratification of renal cell carcinoma (RCC) is critical for selecting the most appropriate treatment options. Existing prognostic systems, which incorporate various clinical and pathological parameters, have limitations in terms of accuracy. However, it remains unclear whether integrating molecular data with clinicopathological features can enhance the identification of high-risk tumors. The objective of this study was to establish a model to predict RCC recurrence by integrating molecular data with clinicopathological features and to evaluate circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA) as a non-invasive prognostic marker.

METHODS: Next-generation sequencing (NGS) was performed on 73 RCC patients, including 54 with clear-cell RCC …

Data Protection’S Function In Society: A Search For The Limits Of A Non-Absolute Right, Katherine Nolan

Research Outputs: 2025-Present

No abstract provided.

Breaking Barriers Exploring Guardianship & Public Administration Challenges Facing Egyptian Widows, Caroline Maher

Theses and Dissertations

This thesis examines the influence of guardianship policies and the administrative infrastructure on the well-being of widows' families in Egypt. Widows in Egypt encounter significant challenges in exercising their guardianship rights due to patriarchal norms, bureaucratic hurdles, inefficient systems, and limited access to information. These obstacles can negatively impact their children's well-being, as well as economic and social stability. Despite social media activism, calls for administrative reforms, and legislative debates, no changes have occurred. This study aims to conduct in-depth exploratory qualitative research to analyze the challenges and limitations of current guardianship policies and administrative systems affecting widows’ families in …

Book Review: Designing Effective Language Learning Materials For Less Commonly Taught Languages. A Research-Based Guide, Susan Kresin

Russian Language Journal

Especially at a time when many Russian language instructors are actively expanding the scope of their instructional materials, this concise and well-articulated handbook fills an important gap. Focusing on the needs of instructors who teach less commonly taught languages, it offers a clear, step-by-step road map through the process of curricular and textbook design, with minimal theory and a broad framework of teaching methodology. This makes it applicable for a wide variety of practitioners in various circumstances: in pre-college, college and extracurricular settings, serving heritage, non-heritage and mixed groups of students, and at all levels.

Teaching Verbs Of Motion In A Task-Based Russian As A Foreign Language (Rfl) Course, Joan Castellví, Elena Markina

Russian Language Journal

The paper focuses on one of the most complex topics in Russian as a Foreign Language (RFL) instruction: verbs of motion (VoM). We introduce an innovative approach to teaching these verbs, grounded in Task-Based Language Teaching (TBLT), and contrast it with the traditional approach that follows the Presentation-Practice-Production (PPP) framework, which has dominated the field until now. By analyzing a sample of widely used textbooks specializing in VoM, we show that introducing the VoM system—specifically, the sequence in which the verbs are presented—follows the PPP design and is primarily grammar-oriented. This approach is based on the concept of “directionality,” which …

Do Your Abc: Teaching Tense And Aspect With Verbs Of Motion, Irina Six

Russian Language Journal

This paper examines the continued application of a content-based approach initially developed for teaching Russian verbs of motion (VoM) at the novice level (Six). It begins by introducing the ABC principle, a method that presents prefixed and unprefixed VoM together in their most typical contexts, rather than separately. The ABC principle ("A+B+C=D", as in поплыл + плыл + приплыл = плавал) helps visualize a three-leg journey and introduces students to two distinct sets of stems: Directional stems for A, B, and C verbs, and Non-directional stems for D verbs.

The paper then explores extending the ABC principle to intermediate-level …

Intouch Week Of June 30, 2025, New York Medical College

InTouch

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The Epilepsy Centers Of Excellence At The Veterans Health Administration, Zulfi Haneef, Caleb A Casanova, Vincent Zhang, Jennifer R Bonds King, Rizwana Rehman, Nina I Garga, Glenn D Graham, Alan R Towne

Faculty, Staff and Students Publications

Introduction: The Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Epilepsy Centers of Excellence (ECoE) was established in 2008 to provide specialized care for veterans with epilepsy. Although established more than a decade ago, there has been no systematic evaluation of the ECoE's performance in key mission areas. We evaluated their performance in several key mission areas-clinical care, research, education, and outreach-since inception to evaluate their success in meeting the initial mandate.

Materials and methods: We analyzed available data from relevant literature, ECoE annual reports, and the ECoE website between 2011 and 2023. Clinical care is the primary mission of the ECoE and was …

Walang Atraksiyon: Pagdalumat Sa Karanasan Ng Mga Piling Pilipinong Aseksuwal Batay Sa Konsepto Ng Aseksuwalidad Nina Brunning At Mckeever, Christian Philip A. Mateo, Rowell Madula

Malay Journal

Tinalakay ng papel na ito ang karanasan ng mga aseksuwal na Pilipino gamit ang depinisyon ng aseksuwalidad nina Luke Brunning at Natasha McKeever bilang batayan. Isinagawa ang pakikipanayam sa apat na aseksuwal na Pilipino upang malaman ang kanilang proseso ng pagtuklas at pagtanggap sa kanilang aseksuwal na identidad, gayundin ang mga hamong kanilang hinarap sa isang lipunang hayperseksuwal. Naipakita sa papel na nagkakaiba ang bawat indibidwal sa pagtuklas at pagtanggap sa kanilang sarili, at walang iisang landas tungo sa pagkilala sa aseksuwal na identidad. Hinamon din ng mga ito ang mga karaniwang estereotipo tungkol sa aseksuwalidad, tulad ng maling paniniwalang …

Predicting The Influence Of Aggregate Size And Distribution On Cementitious Concrete Properties: A Review, Innocent J. Macha

Tanzania Journal of Engineering and Technology (TJET)

Cement concrete has been in use for centuries as one of the primary construction materials. Its demand in the construction industry is expected to continue for several centuries before the full development of alternative products. However, one of the main areas of research interest is understanding how its constituents can be tailored to make its properties predictable to reduce risks associated with structural failures, reconstruction and reduced durability. These hindrances associated with cementitious concrete result from several attributes, including constituent material characteristics, mixing ratios and workmanship. Understanding the predictability of cement concrete properties requires computer modelling tools to provide reliable …

Towards Future Sustainable Infrastructure: The Role Of Technical Audit In Tanzania’S Public Works, George C. Haule

Tanzania Journal of Engineering and Technology (TJET)

This study aimed to investigate the vital role and impact of technical audits in promoting sustainable infrastructure development in Tanzania. The role and effects of technical audits in long-term infrastructure development were studied using a mixed-methods approach with both quantitative and qualitative parts. Data were collected through analysis of technical audit documentation, a semi-structured questionnaire, and stakeholder interviews. The study revealed the various dimensions of infrastructure investment projects, including initiation and planning, design, procurement of contractors and consultants, contract management, environment, health, and safety. The technical audit findings reported weaknesses or non-performance issues in infrastructure planning at the national level …

Root Cause Analysis Of Performance Degradation For An Xyz Thermal Power Plant In Tanzania, Simon I. Marandu

Tanzania Journal of Engineering and Technology (TJET)

Thermal power plants in Tanzania have been experiencing performance degradation, typically arising from component and subsystem failures, which contribute to power system instability and unreliability. This paper presents a case study of the root causes of performance degradation of an XYZ thermal power plant. The study was conducted by reviewing plant documentations, including maintenance and operational data logbooks, and by standardising the approach through the adoption of ISO 14224:2016 for maintenance and reliability data exchange. Data evaluation was carried out using principal component analysis and scree plot analytical techniques to enhance the depth and accuracy of root cause identification. Additionally, …

Knowledge Of Hiv Transmission And Prevention Among University Students In Pakistan: A Cross-Sectional Study, Muhammad Saleem, Sajid Masood, Shahid Hussain

Journal of Bioresource Management

HIV/AIDS remains a significant public health problem internationally, with young adults being especially at risk because of behavioral and knowledge deficits. In Pakistan, cultural inhibitions and suboptimal health education are the main reasons for limited awareness, particularly among university students. This study had the objectives of determining the knowledge level about HIV transmission and prevention among undergraduate students in Kohsar University Murree (KUM) and to investigate correlations with salient demographic variables. A cross-sectional survey was carried out among 510 students aged 18-27 years through a pre-validated, standardized questionnaire with 12 knowledge-based items. Descriptive statistics and Chi-square tests were utilized to …

Assessment Of Dry Mouth In A Palliative Population: A Comparison Between Patient-Reported Symptoms And Clinical Oral Dryness Scale Measurements, Emir Murphy Dourieu, Dominika Lisiecka, William Evans, Patricia Sheahan

Publications

The severity and impact of dry mouth in patients receiving palliative care is underreported, and assessment methods for this condition are lacking consensus. This study aimed to examine the severity of dry mouth in a palliative population as rated on a visual oral dryness scale and to compare these findings with the actual symptoms experienced by patients, as reported through both a symptom scale measure and a bother questionnaire. 40 participants took part in this cross-sectional study. The results indicated that xerostomia is a significant and debilitating symptom for many patients receiving palliative care. Daily activities such as speaking and …

Revisiting The Twin Deficits Hypothesis: An Empirical Analysis Of The Relationship Between Budget Deficits And Trade Deficits In Tanzania (2003–2023), Enock S. Mwakalila, Rosemary S. Taylor

Tanzanian Economic Review

The Twin Deficit Hypothesis has been extensively examined across various economic contexts, yet its applicability often depends on a country’s unique economic structure and dynamics. This study revisits the hypothesis in Tanzania, analyzing the relationship between the budget and trade deficits using quarterly time series data from 2005 to 2023. Employing a Granger Causality test within a multivariate Vector Error Correction Model, this research explores the direction of causality between the two deficits. The findings confirm a significant short and long-run relationship between the budget and trade deficits. Specifically, the results reveal a unidirectional short-run causality from the trade deficit …

Do Poverty Traps Exist In Uganda? Household Level Evidence From Panel Data, Alex Aliga, Susan Kavuma, Oryema John Bosco

Tanzanian Economic Review

This study aimed at providing new evidence on the existence of poverty trap among Uganda’s households using Uganda National Panel data. Evidence of the existence of a poverty trap is fundamental in guiding the development of sound policies and interventions targeted to assist in pulling households out of poverty trap. Analysis was based on two sets of panel data comprising 8,122 households from 3 waves (2009/2010-2011/2012) and 12,199 households from 4 waves (2013/2014-2019/2020). Using the PCA constructed asset index approach based on a parametric regression model, we show that a poverty trap exists. This is revealed by the negative quartic …

Economic And Employment Outcomes Of Youth Vocational Education In Tanzania, William George

Tanzanian Economic Review

This study examines vocational education’s effectiveness in addressing youth unemployment and promoting economic self-reliance in Tanzania. Data from 394 vocational graduates were analyzed using descriptive statistics and regression models to assess the impact of vocational training on employment and economic outcomes. Results show that 83.6% of respondents believe vocational education provides essential employment skills, while 62.3% agree it enhances productivity. However, 39.3% highlight the need for reforms to better align training with labor market needs. The findings underscore vocational education's vital role in youth employment, advocating for curriculum updates and increased resources to improve system effectiveness.

Understanding The Complementarity And Substitutability Of Cooking Fuels In Developing Countries: Evidence From 2020/21 Tanzania National Panel Survey, Samwel Saimon Lwiza, Monica Sebastian Kauky

Tanzanian Economic Review

Increasing access to alternative energy sources in developing countries might be a potential for multiple energy consumption rather than switching from traditional to modern ones. This study aims to examine the complementarity and substitutability of cooking fuels and factors influencing households’ choices of such fuels in developing countries. Two categories of cooking energy were considered: traditional (dirty) fuels - firewood, charcoal and kerosene; and modern (cleaner) fuels - Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) and electricity. Based on a nationally representative sample of 5,199 households from the Tanzania National Panel Survey (NPS) of 2020/21, results from a Multivariate Probit model indicate that …