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Balancing Anarchy And Efficiency: Partial Team Formations And Learning In Potential Games, Muhammed Sayin

Turkish Journal of Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences

Non-cooperative multi-agent learning, focusing on individual rationality (anarchy), often falls short in achieving system-wide efficiency in potential games, a class of games with applications in decentralized control and optimization. On the other hand, cooperative approaches prioritize system efficiency but often via global coordination, which could be impractical, e.g., for large-scale and less controlled environments. To address this dilemma, we propose a novel framework that introduces partial team formations, allowing team members with shared objectives to coordinate their actions while maintaining team-wise rationality for improved system-wide efficiency without the burden of global coordination. We model such interactions as a multi-team game …

Eng 3011-001 Literacy Editing And Publishing, Colleen Abel

Spring 2025

No abstract provided.

Québec On The World Stage: Examining A Provincial Approach To Cultural Diplomacy, Sarah E. K. Smith, Alexandre Couture Gagnon

Political Science Faculty Publications

Cultural diplomacy is typically viewed as a state activity; however, substate actors shape the practice in significant ways. This article employs a neo-institutional policy analysis to explore how the provincial government of Québec advanced its cultural diplomacy, while engaging with the Canadian federal government, as well as international actors. Acknowledging overlapping claims on the cultural sector in Canada, we provide a chronological assessment of key cultural policy statements from Québec dating from the mid-twentieth century to present, placing these in context with federal developments. This assessment allows us to explore moments of friction when Québec’s efforts at global engagement challenged …

Dose–Response Of Tdcs Effects On Motor Learning And Cortical Excitability: A Preregistered Study, Gavin Hsu, Zhenous Hadi Jafari, Abdelrahman Ahmed, Dylan J. Edwards, Leonardo G. Cohen, Lucas C. Parra

Research outputs 2022 to 2026

Multiple studies have demonstrated that transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) of the primary motor cortex (M1) can influence corticospinal excitability and motor skill acquisition. However, the evidence for these effects is inconsistent, and a common neural substrate for these effects has not been directly demonstrated. To address this, we hypothesized that higher tDCS intensities would produce more robust effects, and uncover their relationship. In this preregistered study, 120 participants engaged in a motor skill learning task while receiving tDCS with posterior-to-anterior currents through M1. We employed a double-blind, between-subjects design, with groups of 4 mA, 6 mA, or sham stimulation, …

Alma Link Resolver Material Type Report 2023-2024, Andrée J. Rathemacher

Technical Services Reports and Statistics

Statistics for 2023-2024 on the number of OpenURL requests by material type made to the Ex Libris Alma link resolver for items held by the University of Rhode Island Libraries.

Information provided includes Material Type, Number of Requests, Number of Clicked Requests, and % Clicks from Requests.

Family-Based Mindfulness: A Curriculum Guide For A Four-Week Program, Megan Hauser-Cleveland

Mindfulness Studies Theses

This thesis argues that, compared to a traditional parent-only mindful parenting program, a family-based mindfulness program will more effectively support parental caregivers in developing secure attachments with their adolescent children, which is essential for healthy youth development and well-being. The rationale for this project examines the development and outcomes of secure and insecure attachment, the impact of trauma on youth mental health and parenting practices, how mindfulness can support emotional regulation, and the benefits and concerns of mindful parenting programs. The creative project for this thesis draws from the literature to create a comprehensive format for a family-based mindfulness program …

Mindful Of God: Meditation Practices Within Abrahamic Traditions, Jacob Aqua

Mindfulness Studies Theses

Through the exploration of meditation practices within Islam, Judaism, and Christianity, this paper emphasizes the shared intention among practitioners of these Abrahamic traditions to connect with the Divine Presence of God in daily life. In modern America, where religious diversity and secularism coexist, meditation practices have gained traction in spiritual settings, secular spaces, religious communities, and other environments. This paper reviews three key meditation practices: the dhikr practice in Islam, the “Just Being” Shabbat practice in Judaism, and the “Silence as a Door to God” practice in Christianity. Through this review, significant phenomenological parallels emerge: the practices of cultivating stillness …

Mindfulness 101: Integrating Mindfulness Into The First-Year College Curriculum, Shelley Linso

Mindfulness Studies Theses

The college experience offers young people unique opportunities for personal growth and academic development. However, it is widely recognized that college and university students suffer from unprecedented rates of anxiety and depression. Mindfulness, often defined as paying attention on purpose, moment-to-moment, without judgment, has the potential to not only reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression but also to promote flourishing. By integrating mindfulness into the first-year college curriculum, educators facilitate students’ abilities to a) better understand their emotional responses so that they might navigate stress, relationships, and challenges with greater ease, b) better recognize their strengths and weaknesses, and make …

Adverse Childhood Experiences: Healing Through Storytelling And Mindful Narrative Therapy, Julie Kemp

Mindfulness Studies Theses

This study presents research about the nature and prevalence of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), the mental and physical impacts to individuals exposed to ACEs, and incorporating mindfulness practices into therapeutic approaches to treating them, particularly Mindfulness-Based Narrative Therapy (MBNT). It is important because ACEs have become a global crisis, with the potential for interfering with psychological and physical development, early mortality, and other harmful life outcomes. This thesis provides critical information for mindfulness teachers and practitioners, therapists, educators, regulators, parents, and individuals subjected to ACEs.

The methodology includes extensive literature searches for narrative therapy and mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs) in peer-reviewed …

Mindful Art Curriculum: Teaching Towards Transformational Change, Ashley Riemann

Mindfulness Studies Theses

With the recent influx of American public school diversity, art educators must establish an art curriculum that nurtures students' cultural awareness and creates a more equitable and inclusive learning environment. This paper responds to the increasingly diverse classroom and proposes the need for the implimentation of a mindful, culturally responsive art curriculum. Mindfulness paired with culturally responsive teaching is a transformative tool for art educators. These teaching techniques unite and create an inclusive and inquisitive learning environment. Through mindful exploration students learn to cultivate awareness and focus, forming a deeper connection with art and one another. As Jon Kabat-Zinn expressed, …

Nonviolent Communication For The Inner Dialogue Of Women With Adhd, Mary-Carmen Wiser

Mindfulness Studies Theses

This study provides a theoretical framework suggesting that nonviolent communication (NVC) can alleviate the violence frequently experienced in the inner dialogue of women with Attention Deficit/Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD). Due to the high correlation between ADHD symptoms in women and elevated rates of anxiety, depression, engagement in self-harm, and internalized self-criticism, exploring methods to mitigate negative self-dialogue is essential. Research on NVC indicates that individuals can cultivate empathy and compassion in interpersonal communication, suggesting potential benefits for addressing challenges in intrapersonal communications that often stem from the internalized presentation of ADHD symptoms in women. The gender gap in ADHD diagnosis, which …

La Digitalización Del Patrimonio Cultural Como Metodología Didáctica. El Caso De La Residencia De Estudiantes, Rafael Conde Melguizo, Jessica Blanco Marcos

Artículos científicos

La Nueva Agenda Urbana publicada por ONU-Habitatestablece el objetivo de proteger y salvaguardar el patrimonio cultural y natural del mundo, especialmente el patrimonio local y regionalque corre riesgo de ser marginado frente a las tendencias globales de aculturación. Conscientes del incremento de la consulta del patrimonio en plataformas digitales y de la oportunidad de conservación que este formato implica, UNESCO redactó en 2015 la Recomendación de Naciones Unidas sobre la Preservación y el Acceso al Patrimonio Documental incluido en forma digital. En este artículo se propone aprovechar este proceso para el uso didáctico del patrimonio digitalizado. Se propone como modelo …

Alma Link Resolver Referring Sources Report 2023-2024, Andrée J. Rathemacher

Technical Services Reports and Statistics

Statistics from 2023-2024 on the number of OpenURL requests made to the Alma link resolver for items held by the University of Rhode Island Libraries.

Information provided includes Source, Number of Requests, Number of Clicked Requests, % Clicks from Requests.

Alma Link Resolver Title & Issn Report (Top 500) 2023-2024, Andrée J. Rathemacher

Technical Services Reports and Statistics

Statistics for 2023-2024 on the total number of OpenURL requests by journal title and ISSN made to the Ex Libris Alma link resolver for items held by the University of Rhode Island Libraries. Includes only the top 500 journals.

Information provided includes journal Title, ISSN, EISSN, Number of Requests, Number of Clicked Requests, % Clicks from Requests.

The Bg News January 15, 2025, Bowling Green State University

BG News (Student Newspaper)

The BGSU campus student newspaper. January 15, 2025. Volume 104-Issue 13.

Local Dynamic Analysis Of The Covid-19 Mathematical Model Based On Discrete-Time Predator-Prey Population Model, Fi̇gen Kangalgi̇l, Ni̇lüfer Topsakal, Özge Kuzucu

Turkish Journal of Mathematics

In this article, the local dynamics of a discrete-time Covid-19 pandemic model based on the Lotka Volterra model with topological classifications, bifurcation analysis and chaos control are investigated. It is shown that under some parametric conditions, the discrete-time Covid-19 pandemic model has two equilibrium points. With linear stability theory, local dynamics are investigated with topological classifications about the equilibrium points of the discrete-time Covid-19 epidemic model. In addition, the existence of a Neimark-Sacker bifurcation at the internal equilibrium point is proved and this bifurcation is analysed using explicit criteria. Furthermore, the chaos in the discrete Covid-19 pandemic model is also …

Long-Range Inertia Prediction Considering Contemporary Evolution Of Power Grid Networks, Peter M. Makolo

Tanzania Journal of Engineering and Technology (TJET)

Reduced network inertia due to high penetration levels of non-synchronous generators in modern power systems is becoming a pressing issue. As a result, very quick inertial responses are observed after contingency events in networks. Due to quick inertial responses, there is a practically very limited time interval for control actions in real-time. Thus, system operators need to understand the prior inertia values to plan, control, and operate the network securely. Long-range forecasting of the network's inertia values, in contrast to short-range forecasting techniques, can pinpoint when the network is most likely to be vulnerable in a reasonable time ahead. Thus, …

Generalization Of Dual Numbers And Dual Euclidean 3-Space, Şükran Duygu Soylu, Harun Bariş Çolakoğlu, Mustafa Özdemi̇r

Turkish Journal of Mathematics

In this study, we consider the generalized dual numbers and determine their algebraic and geometric properties. Then we generalize the well-known D3 module and introduce the generalized dual Euclidean 3-space with its scalar product and norm. After determining the conditions for being a unit generalized dual Euclidean vector, we derive the generalized Euclidean Study map, which states that there is a bijective correspondence between directed lines of the space and the elements of the unit generalized dual Euclidean sphere. Finally, we define the dual Euclidean angle between two generalized dual Euclidean vectors.

The Big Five Personality Traits And Eating Habits Among Female Students At Zayed University, Sharifa Alblooshi, Kawther Alsabbah, Shatha Thani, Rafiq Hijazi, Ayesha S. Al Dhaheri, Falak Zeb, Leila Cheikh Ismail

All Works

Adhering to healthy dietary habits is crucial for disease prevention and improving overall quality of life. Understanding how personality traits influence eating behaviors is essential for developing effective interventions aimed at promoting healthier eating habits. Personality traits are consistent behavioral patterns that individuals typically exhibit, and the Five-Factor Model (also known as the Big Five) is widely recognized as an effective framework for predicting personality traits. This study analyzed the relationship between personality traits and eating behaviors among 425 female students using a cross-sectional design. Sociodemographic data and personality traits were assessed using an online questionnaire, while eating behaviors were …

Surveillance Digitisation, Performativity, And Teacher-Student Relationships In A Blended Learning Setting, Sarah Julia Calderwood

All Works

This study investigates how digitized surveillance technologies impact teacher-student relationships in a blended learning environment at a UAE university. Using semi-structured faculty interviews, it examines the effects of tools such as plagiarism detection, class recordings, and learning analytics on trust and engagement. The findings reveal tensions between institutional goals of academic integrity and active participation and the unintended consequences of fostering performative behaviours and eroding relational trust. Teachers report that surveillance mechanisms promote compliance over genuine learning, reshaping their roles and interactions with students. Despite these challenges, educators employ strategies of resistance, prioritising human connection and relational pedagogy to counteract …

11 Trends In Philanthropy For 2025, Dorothy A. Johnson Center For Philanthropy At Grand Valley State University

Research, Reports, and Publications

It’s remarkable to think that five years have passed since the world first went into lockdown. Five years since the COVID-19 pandemic reshaped our daily lives and presented us with challenges unlike any we’d faced before. Half a decade later, we’re left to reflect on how much has truly changed — and what remains the same.

In 2020, philanthropy responded swiftly to the crisis, adopting practices nonprofits had long championed: streamlined reporting, simplified applications, and flexible funding that prioritized general operating support. These shifts brought hope for lasting transformation. Yet today, many funders have returned to pre-pandemic norms, leaving us …

A Deep Learning-Based Method For The Intelligent Identification Of The Quantity Of Coals Flushed Out During Borehole Hydraulic Flushing, Li Xiaojun, Zhao Mingyang, Li Miao

Coal Geology & Exploration

Objective Given the inaccurate and low-efficiency manual statistics of the quantity of coals flushed out during borehole hydraulic flushing, this study proposed an intelligent identification method that combines YOLOv8n, ResNet34, and PP-OCRv4 algorithms. Methods First, the first-level detection was completed using the YOLOv8n algorithm, which, combined with the ResNet34 and PP-OCRv4 algorithms via parallel cascade, was then employed to conduct second-level processing. Through the above processing and in combination with the method for classification status discrimination based on tracking frame numbers, the framework of an algorithm for automatically calculating the quantity of coals flushed out was established. Subsequently, the deformable …

Harm Reduction Without Supportive Policing: Experiences Of Drug Users In Nepal, Chandra Jha, Dennis Donovan

Journal of Social, Behavioral, and Health Sciences

This study explored the impact of drug criminalization and policing on harm reduction efforts in Nepal. In contexts marked by widespread corruption, drug criminalization often exacerbates the mistreatment by law enforcement of people who use drugs (PWUD), creating substantial barriers to their accessing harm reduction services. Utilizing a constructivist framework and a modified grounded theory approach, we conducted in-depth interviews with 20 PWUD to examine their experiences with drug use, interactions with police, and the consequent effects on harm reduction efforts. Three key themes emerged: the exploitation of PWUD as a significant source of income for corrupt police officers, the …

Associations Between Social Determinants Of Health And Mental Health Disorders Among U.S. Population: A Cross-Sectional Study, S. Tanarsuwongkul

Faculty Publications

Aims

The impact of social determinants of health (SDOH) on mental health is increasingly realized. A comprehensive study examining the associations of SDOH with mental health disorders has yet to be accomplished. This study evaluated the associations between five domains of SDOH and the SDOH summary score and mental health disorders in the United States.

Methods

We analyzed data from a diverse group of participants enrolled in the All of Us research programme, a research programme to gather data from one million people living in the United States, in a cross-sectional design. The primary exposure was SDOH based on Healthy …

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Turkish Journal of Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences

No abstract provided.

A Content-Based Recommender System For The Uav Caching In The Field Of Entertainment In Fog Computing, Elham Darbanian, Mohsen Nickray

Turkish Journal of Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences

The Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) can be used as good flying base stations to cache popular content and follow a user mobility pattern, to help them in a suitable services. Conventional edge caching algorithms often prioritize cache contents with higher popularity. Nevertheless, the cache capacity of mobile devices is restricted, and diverse clients may have expansive varieties in content inclination designs. In this manner, the performance and effectiveness of the cache will be so constrained without great strategies. The composition of recommender system and edge caching is considered as a new research topic, which is used to reduce cost and …

"Architectural Utopias: The Pedagogy Of Still-Existing Socialist Infrastructure" In From The Academy To The Streets: Notes From A Working Class Think Tank, Derek R. Ford

Education Studies Faculty publications

This article illuminates the significance of aesthetics, architecture, and political struggles by turning to concrete historical examples of socialist urbanism and city planning. In addition to drawing out architecture as a prime exemplar of political art, I find it a useful model for pedagogical politics. More specifically, these examples illustrate the inherently political nature of all education and of Paulo Freire’s utopian pedagogy. Although some mischaracterize Freire’s conception of the educational relationship as one of absolute equality, Freire always maintained the teacher can start as a learner but can never stay a learner. To start implies direction, and political pedagogy …

Estimates Of The Numerical Radius Utilizing Various Function Properties, Vuk Stojiljkovic, Mehmet Gürdal

Turkish Journal of Mathematics

Numerous inequalities of the vector and numerical radius types have been found. We achieved several extensions of the well-known numerical radius type inequalities by using the function [[EQUATION]] described in the publication by Stojiljkovi\'{c} and Dragomir in [30] and convexity characteristics with standard operator theory approaches. In particular, the following integral type numerical radius inequality has been obtained, that is [[EQUATION]]

Nearly Toric Varieties Of Type A, Mahi̇r Bi̇len Can, Nestor Fernando Diaz Morera

Turkish Journal of Mathematics

A notion of a nearly toric variety is introduced. The examples of nearly toric varieties in the context of Schubert varieties are discussed. In particular, combinatorial characterizations of the smooth and singular nearly toric Schubert varieties are found. Furthermore, the counts and generating series are determined. Additionally, a connection between Dyck paths and a certain family of nearly toric Schubert varieties is established.

Advances And Trends Of Modern And Contemporary Research On The Geology Of Coal-Measure Minerals In China, Qin Yong

Coal Geology & Exploration

Background Coal-measure minerals (CMMs) play a significant role in ensuring the safe supply of mineral resources in China. Reviewing the advances and trends of research on the geology of CMMs in China holds great historical significance and practical value while potentially providing some insights into subsequent research. Advances Based on textual research and the analysis of logical relations, this study generalized the advances in research on the geology of CMMs in China into four aspects. (1) Increasingly improved geological theory system of CMMs: China’s classic theoretical system of coal field geology was formed in the second half of the 20th …