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From Automation To Autonomy: Human Machine Relations In The Age Of Artificial Intelligence, Caja Thimm, Gabriele Gramelsberger, Maximilian Mayer, Frank T. Piller

Human-Machine Communication

The shift from automation to autonomy marks a new chapter in human-machine relations, especially in the context of the expanding and diversifying applications of Artificial Intelligence (AI). As machines gain capabilities that resemble autonomous agency, the boundary between human and machine autonomy blurs, challenging traditional concepts of agency, control, and independence. This special issue examines the multidisciplinary perspectives on autonomy in the digital age, addressing the complexities of attributing autonomy to machines and AI systems. Philosophical, sociological, and technical approaches converge to explore how emerging forms of machine autonomy impacts human agency, freedom, and decision-making, with applications spanning from autonomous …

An Inquiry Into The Historical Development Of Philosophy In Japan, Kelly Louise Rexzy P. Agra

Budhi: A Journal of Ideas and Culture

What is Japanese Philosophy? This paper will address this question, not by giving a survey of the works of Japanese philosophers or a definition of the subject matter of Japanese philosophy, but by attempting to present how it emerged as a distinct philosophical tradition—by sketching the controversies that gave rise to its formation; the social, intellectual, and historical factors that paved the way to its development; and the revolution of thought which finally gave it the title “Japanese philosophy.” I will argue that Japanese philosophy was born not because Japanese thinkers desperately wanted a philosophy that they could call their …

Complete Issue - Vol. 86, No. 3 And 4

Journal of Mississippi History

No abstract provided.

"A Hard Place To Be Well": Soldiers' Health And The Environment During The Vicksburg Campaign, Lindsay Rae Smith Privette

Journal of Mississippi History

No abstract provided.

Interview Of John Stang, Mark Shutte

Kansas Oral History Collection

Interview of John Stang by Mark Shutte regarding his experience as a lawyer. Audio is on tape MS016_13-1_00-015.

God Loves Me Dearly: An Advent Meditation On Hymnody, Joshua Teggatz, Nathan Tritch, Jonathan Landrey, Cindy Koch, Wesley Deiss, Abigail Reynolds, Adam Hiles, Joshua Horst, Ryan Skove, Rory Fry, Brenna Mcguire, Nathan Bublitz, Gunstein Innvaer, Joshua Fields, Chase Greenhagen, Julia Witt, Jacob Bergstedt, Travis Ferguson, Peter Williams, Pamela Vue, Solomona Rakotonirina, Lydia Grabau, Nathaniel Demlow, Chris Atlee, Nathan Raugutt, Grant Burnham, Peter Pohlod, Eric Bear, Philip Norton, Joseph Eggerman, Rowan Turner, Sarah Crowder

Other Student Publications

Hymnody has a knack for proclaiming the gospel to us anew in such a way that is both simple and profound. When we join our voices in song to our Triune God, we join the voices of countless generations praising Him and singing once more the story of His salvation in Jesus Christ. These beloved hymns of the Church are a powerful vehicle by which the gospel is once more placed upon our lips, heard with our ears, and inwardly digested in our hearts, so that we might know once more the saving work of Jesus Christ for us.

The …

Korea: The Enduring Policy Blindspot, Justin Malzac, Rene A. Mahomed

The US Army War College Quarterly: Parameters

The threat posed by the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea is a neglected and under prioritized problem across the US government, requiring a dramatic change of approach. Most proposals for Goldwater-Nichols reform focus on geography, either increasing or decreasing the number of geographic commands. Based on our personal experience as Joint military planners at strategic-level headquarters, we argue that the change needs to go further, focusing on global national security problems instead of geography. This article’s analysis and conclusions will provoke conversation across the national security enterprise about how the United States competes with multiple global threats.

Reforming And Enhancing Partnerships To Strengthen Nato’S Strategic Posture, Nicolò Fasola

The US Army War College Quarterly: Parameters

This article contends that NATO’s current partnership policies, procedures, and mechanisms inadequately address the Alliance’s evolving mission. The world’s heightened state of competition should prompt NATO to reevaluate partner engagement to fulfill its strategic goals more effectively. Alongside a critical examination of NATO’s cooperative security policy evolution, this article identifies six major challenges and proposes three bold yet actionable solutions. Enriched by interviews and the author’s experience in the field of partnerships, this article also outlines ways NATO can reform existing partnership tools.

Weapons Of Influence: Unpacking China’S Global Arms Strategy, Jake R. Rinaldi

The US Army War College Quarterly: Parameters

This article explores the strategic motivations behind China’s arms sales and uses Chinese-language analyses from influential party and military institutions to identify five main interests driving Chinese arms exports: protecting economic investments, gaining influence in conflict zones, enhancing partner military capabilities, building diplomatic relationships, and offsetting research and development costs. The article integrates primary sources to reveal how arms sales advance Beijing’s geopolitical aims. The findings highlight how China’s arms trade shapes partner and adversary military capabilities and underscore the need for the United States and its allies to compete in the arms trade to mitigate China’s growing influence.

Parameters Winter 2024-25, Usawc Press

The US Army War College Quarterly: Parameters

Welcome to the Winter 2024–25 issue of Parameters. This issue consists of an In Focus special commentary, three forums (Indo-Pacific, Security Cooperation, and Historical Studies), and the regular Civil-Military Relations Corner installment.

Us Relations With Africa And The New Cold War, Hamid Lellou

The US Army War College Quarterly: Parameters

As a key battleground in the global struggle between democracy and authoritarianism, Africa offers US policymakers insights to navigate competing interests and power dynamics. For a comprehensive view of this competition, this article analyzes Chinese, French, Russian, and American geopolitical strategies; employs a geopolitical analysis of current events, diplomatic maneuvers, and historical lessons; and uses policy documents, expert opinions, and case studies of geopolitical engagements. It then provides actionable policy recommendations for fostering stable, long-term US relations in Africa and offers strategic perspectives on managing the global power competition applicable to broader national security and diplomatic contexts.

Allies, Partners, Or Puppets?: American And Chilean Armies, 1961–69, Hugo Harvey-Valdés

The US Army War College Quarterly: Parameters

This article examines the multifaceted exchanges between the American and Chilean armies from 1961 to 1969, asserting that they were strictly professional, devoid of political indoctrination, and aligned with both nations’ foreign policy interests. Utilizing declassified diplomatic and military documents, this research diverges from prior works by integrating an in-depth understanding of military codes and culture with global, regional, and national contexts. It challenges the politicized narratives of the Cold War in Latin America, especially in Chile. This research offers insights into the actual impacts of international military policies on future military exchange programs.

The American Way Of Studying War: What Is It Good For?, Michael P. Ferguson

The US Army War College Quarterly: Parameters

Academic military historians, government institutions, and defense practitioners have unique purposes for advancing the study of war that influence the way they consume and produce history. Although there is substantial scholarship covering how the discipline of military history has changed since the late nineteenth century, the literature surrounding why it changes and how it is used is less plentiful. Using primary and secondary sources to contextualize debates between historians, this study traces major developments in military historiography, considers the US Army’s relationship with its history, and explores potential connections between a history’s purpose and its use for military professionals.

The Philippines’ Security In The Face Of China's Rising Threats, Shang-Su Wu

The US Army War College Quarterly: Parameters

This article contends that the United States has insufficiently acknowledged the extent of the Philippines’ vulnerability and its importance in preserving the balance of power. While many scholars have focused on Taiwan’s strategic importance, few have considered the state of the Philippines’ military capabilities in maintaining the region’s status quo. This article traces the modern history of the Philippines’ military and defense capabilities and examines the current state of the country’s defenses and the likely outcomes of different military scenarios. It concludes by providing practical recommendations on how the United States can help the Philippines within the constraints of its …

Korea, Germany, And The Arsenal Of Democracy, Michael Fitzpatrick

The US Army War College Quarterly: Parameters

In the 1970s, the United States and West Germany developed a vital transatlantic partnership focused on new military doctrines and technology that met the challenges of the late Cold War. Due to domestic politics and strategic concerns, the United States never recreated this type of relationship with countries in the Indo-Pacific region—specifically with South Korea. Using a unique synthesis of American, German, and Korean sources, this article argues that another partnership is required in Asia today. Rather than fall back on European partners, Washington should collaborate with Seoul to develop a new generation of doctrine and technology.

Contributor Guidelines, Usawc Press

The US Army War College Quarterly: Parameters

No abstract provided.

Book Reviews, Usawc Press

The US Army War College Quarterly: Parameters

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Diaphany: A Disseminar On Carapace, J. Pilapil Jacobo

Budhi: A Journal of Ideas and Culture

If Philippine cinema, during a time of dictatorial duress, has indeed gathered into its fold allegories of a certain social texture, then contemporary critique must also provide a rather thick notion of allegory itself, in order to describe the quality of the metonymic membranes which make possible the emergence of substance through eloquent surface. In this essay, I propose a critical elaboration of Laura Mulvey’s category “carapace,” and a subtle yet significant declension of surface, “diaphane,” in an attempt to intervene in the understanding of film as a plastic form with the tensile capacity to surpass its flatness by choosing …

Fall 2024 Student Showcase For Research And Creative Inquiry Program, Office Of Student Research, Longwood University

Fall Showcase for Research and Creative Inquiry

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Gnsi Decision Brief: Maritime Resiliency In The Red Sea: Lessons From The Persian Gulf And Strait Of Malacca, Arman Mahmoudian

GNSI Decision Briefs

From natural disasters to geopolitical conflicts, the world’s critical infrastructures face constant threats. Yet, it is not the absence of disruptions that ensures stability, but a system’s ability to absorb shocks, recover, and adapt—a quality known as resiliency.

In the context of macro-systems, like nation-states, resiliency is a vital trait that guarantees stability and continued functionality and serves as a key factor in preserving the state's existence.

In the maritime domain, resiliency refers to the capacity of supporting maritime infrastructure-- shipping lanes, ports, naval forces--to withstand and adapt to disruptions while maintaining operations. Maritime resilience is critical to the infrastructure …

Gracious Neighbors: An Overview Of Humanitarian Aid Efforts For Venezuelan Refugees In Colombia, Peter Wetherbee

The Dialogue

Peter Wetherbee evaluates Colombia’s response to the Venezuelan migration crisis, highlighting the challenges posed by resource constraints and international coordination. The paper discusses the socioeconomic impact of migration and proposes measures to enhance humanitarian aid and regional stability​

Rifles And Rivals: A Study Of The Domestic Effects On American Military Policy, Rachel Warren

The Dialogue

Rachel Warren analyzes the domestic forces shaping U.S. military foreign policy in the post-Cold War era. The paper evaluates the roles of political polarization and the military-industrial complex, using quantitative analysis to assess their influence on legislative decisions​

Sexual Violence In The Democratic Republic Of Congo, Kate Schaible

The Dialogue

Katie Schaible investigates the ongoing humanitarian crisis in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), focusing on the prevalence of sexual violence as a weapon of war. Schaible explores how underdevelopment and continuous conflict exacerbate social issues, limiting economic and institutional development. Recommendations include international intervention strategies, governance reforms, and support for victims to address the widespread human rights abuses in the DRC​

Chinese Defense Acquisition: Domestic Development, International Trade, And Foreign Relations, Tracy Nelson

The Dialogue

Tracy Nelson explores the evolution of China's defense acquisition policies and their impact on the nation's military strategies. The paper examines domestic challenges, reliance on foreign technologies, and the implications of modernized military capabilities for China's global aspirations​

The Islamic State And Its Battle For Iraq, Sumer Wacthendorf

The Dialogue

Sumer Wachtendorf examines the rise of the Islamic State (IS) and its empowerment due to U.S. actions in Iraq. The paper delves into IS's origins, the repercussions of the Iraq War, and the group's impact on U.S. national security, arguing that American military strategies inadvertently strengthened such insurgent groups​

The Indians In The History Of Tarrant County, Texas, James H. Baker, Raymond E. Cage

North Texas Archeological Society Records

A report on the Native American peoples in Tarrant County.

Strategies To Alleviate Flickering: Bayesian And Smoothing Methods For Deep Learning Classification In Video, Noah Miller, Glen Ryan Drumm, Lance Champagne, Bruce A. Cox, Trevor Bihl

Faculty Publications

Excerpt: Increasing reliance on autonomous systems requires confidence in the accuracies produced from computer vision classification algorithms. Computer vision (CV) for video classification provides phenomenal abilities, but it often suffers from “flickering” of results. Flickering occurs when the CV algorithm switches between declared classes over successive frames. Such behavior causes a loss of trust and confidence in their operations.

Integrating Humanities Into Cybersecurity Education: Enhancing Ethical, Historical, And Sociopolitical Understanding In Technical Training, Joseph Frusci

Journal of Cybersecurity Education, Research and Practice

The increasing complexity of cybersecurity challenges necessitates a holistic educational approach that integrates both technical skills and humanistic perspectives. This article examines the importance of infusing humanities disciplines such as history, ethics, political science, sociology, law, and anthropology—into cybersecurity education. Through a pilot course developed for Staten Island Technical High School, aligned with the New York State K-12 Computer Science and Digital Fluency Standards, students were introduced to an interdisciplinary curriculum that combined technical cybersecurity training with historical analysis, ethical reasoning, and sociopolitical context. The results of pre- and post-course assessments demonstrated significant improvements in critical thinking, ethical decision-making, and …

Limitations Of Beam-Control Compensation, Matthew Kalensky, Darren Getts, Matthias T. Banet, Derek J. Burrell, Milo W. Hyde, Mark F. Spencer

Faculty Publications

In this paper, we use wave-optics simulations to explore the limitations of beam-control compensation. We evaluate performance in terms of the normalized power in a diffraction-limited bucket for the cases of no beam-control compensation, perfect phase compensation, and perfect full-field compensation. From these results, we are able to arrive at the following conclusions: (1) without any form of beam-control compensation, performance begins to degrade when D/r₀ > 1; (2) with perfect phase compensation, performance begins to degrade when D/r₀ > 1 and (λ/r₀)/θ₀ > 1; and (3) with perfect full-field compensation, performance begins to degrade when D/r_{0 …}

Volume 44-1 Complete Issue, C. Nicholas Raphael

The Geographical Bulletin

Volume 44-1 Complete Issue