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Geospatial Crime Prediction in Texas: Analyzing Socioeconomic and Environmental Impact on Crime Rates"
No full textCrime is a major societal concern affecting public safety, urban development, and policymaking. Understanding the key drivers of crime can help law enforcement agencies and local governments allocate resources efficiently
Latin American Press Review, Program 1973-07, 1973 May 03
No full textPart I: The Latin American Press Review offers insights into various issues across the region, including extensive coverage of the Watergate scandal by Mexico's Excelsior and Brazil's News Weekly Visão, which predicts minimal impact on Nixon's reelection. Excelsior also critiques US police actions and exposes FBI involvement in the 1964 Brazilian coup. Diplomatic achievements and concerns over Nixon's plan to sell US strategic reserves are highlighted, along with Argentina's controversial creation of a youth militia. The Miami Herald reports on widespread torture techniques employed by Brazil's security forces, detailing grim accounts of electric shocks, interrogation, and physical abuse. Despite initial dismissal, these accounts gain credibility through consistent testimony and prompt condemnation from Brazil's Bar Associations and the Roman Catholic Church. Amnesty International calls for an impartial inquiry into alleged deaths and torture of political prisoners in Brazil. La Prensa of Santiago discusses changing campaign practices in Venezuela. Part II: Mary Elizabeth Harding, an American citizen who worked in Bolivia, recounts her experiences, detailing her arrest and subsequent release. Working in a La Paz plastics factory, Harding witnessed poor working conditions and frequent accidents, prompting her involvement in defending human rights and questioning her religious community's impact on Bolivia's social change. Arrested by secret agents, she endured mistreatment and solitary confinement before international pressure secured her release. Harding highlights Bolivia's political repression under Hugo Banzer Suarez's regime, where dissent is considered subversion and thousands are imprisoned without trial, facing brutal treatment and denial of basic rights. She criticizes US support for military dictatorships in Latin America and urges North Americans to be politically aware of their government's actions abroad, particularly in manipulating internal politics through economic assistance. Harding emphasizes the need for US officials to prioritize the well-being of Bolivians over American economic interests. Files include CSVs of the annotated transcriptions and lists of places, people, organizations, subjects, and media sources mentioned in the radio program
CO2 reactivity but not orexin activity differentially predicts alcohol-seeking behavior after extinction and retrieval-extinction in rats
No full textData and analysis code for manuscript submitted to ACER
Art and literature joint review session: Literature topics
No full textPart 1: The symposium on Latin American literature and criticism brought together a variety of perspectives, highlighting tensions between socially engaged and autonomous approaches to literary analysis. Discussions focused on the role of criticism, the autonomy of literature, and the challenges of translating Latin American critical thought into an international context, with voices like Octavio Paz and Monegal emphasizing perspectivism, rupture, and the absence of a strong critical tradition. The event ultimately posed more questions than answers—particularly about the purpose, language, and institutional context of criticism—suggesting that the value of such gatherings lies in generating dialogue and embracing otherness rather than reaching definitive conclusions.
Part 2: Participants questioned traditional binaries like "creative" vs. "critical," defended Latin America's long-standing critical tradition, and voiced frustrations over outdated debates and limited speaking time. Amid reflections on structuralism, subjectivity, and imagination, students and panelists alike called for more space to explore emerging literary forms and authentic regional voices beyond imported frameworks
Enceladus water plume modeling using DSMC
No full textThis dataset is the one used in the publication Enceladus water plume modeling using DSMC at Journal of Geographical Research: Planets
Latin American Press Review, Program 1974-24, 1974 May 30
No full textPart I: The Latin American Press Review offers a comprehensive overview of recent developments in Latin America. In the Dominican Republic, Joaquin Balaguer's victory in contentious presidential elections is marred by allegations of fraud, raising the specter of civil unrest amidst economic struggles. Meanwhile, a controversial treaty between Bolivia and Brazil raises concerns over Brazilian expansionism, triggering protests and accusations of compromising Bolivia's sovereignty. Uruguay witnesses government reshuffling, signaling a potential shift towards increased military influence, while the Chilean Junta undergoes restructuring amid international scrutiny. These reports shed light on the intricate political, economic, and social dynamics shaping the region. Recent reports suggest a looming military coup in Uruguay, with the resignation of General Hugo Chiappe indicating internal disagreements within the armed forces. President Juan Bordaberry faces pressure to restructure his cabinet and economic policy, potentially undermining Uruguay's democratic tradition. Meanwhile, in Chile, the interior minister's decision to commute the death penalty of Socialist Party members signals a shift towards centralization within the Junta, consolidating military control. International relations strain as Chile faces criticism and sanctions from countries like Colombia, Venezuela, and England, with accusations of human rights abuses and violations of international agreements. These developments underscore the complex political and diplomatic challenges facing Latin America. Files include CSVs of the annotated transcriptions and lists of places, people, organizations, subjects, and media sources mentioned in the radio program
Latin American Press Review, Program 1973-21, 1973 August 8
No full textPart I: The Latin American Press Review covers significant events in Chile, where talks between the government and opposition ease tensions following warnings of civil war after the assassination of President Salvador Allende's aide. Allegations of torture persist in Brazil, with condemnation from the church and international organizations. Peru severs ties with France over nuclear testing, while the French government remains defiant. Chile Hoy criticizes France's control near Moruroa, and Guatemala faces escalating violence amid an undeclared state of war. The Miami Herald reports on Brazil's inflation and economic disparities, while Catholic bishops advocate for social ownership. The Brazilian government defends its control over workers' pay, and the US shifts its perception of Juan Domingo Perón in Argentina, despite discontent from leftist factions. Part II: Dr. David Barkin from Lehman College provides insight into Chile's complex situation, characterized by strikes, food scarcity, and political maneuvering, stemming from past events like October and June strikes, culminating in a costly copper strike. Allende's growing support among the working class threatens the right-wing, leading to severe measures and the assassination of Allende's military aide-de-camp. Recent events intensify conflicts between factions, with the U.S. exacerbating tensions by supporting right-wing groups. Despite challenges, Allende's popularity among the working class grows, showcasing his adept political maneuvering, though uncertainty looms as polarization deepens. Despite rumors of civil war, Chile's future holds promise as various economic sectors demand autonomy in decision-making. Civil war seems unlikely given Chile's political process and strong armed forces. Files include CSVs of the annotated transcriptions and lists of places, people, organizations, subjects, and media sources mentioned in the radio program
code for Physical Review A publication 2025
No full textThis dataset contains Python and SageMath source code used to compute the Liouvillian spectrum in the Scully–Lamb quantum laser model. The Python code numerically diagonalizes a truncated, symmetrized rate matrix to obtain eigenvalues in a fixed off-diagonal sector of the density matrix using efficient tridiagonal routines. The SageMath code solves the two-point connection problem for the confluent Heun equation governing the generating function of density matrix elements. The connection coefficient vanishes at eigenvalues of the rate matrix, enabling independent verification of the spectrum. Both codes accept arbitrary off-diagonal sectors k, and eigenvalues are expressed in units of the decay rate C
Latin American Press Review, Program 1973-29, 1973 October 4
No full textPart I: Chile's post-coup developments reported by The New York Times, highlighting concerns over the safety of political exiles and foreigners, with proposals for UN-supervised refuge facing junta skepticism. International condemnation grows, particularly from authors' groups denouncing censorship. The Times exposes military plotting against Allende since 1972, detailing the coup's execution involving preemptive arrests and collaboration with civilian groups amid dissatisfaction with Allende's government. Armed resistance persists, with Senator Luis Corvalán apprehended, and the regime expresses openness to negotiate compensation for nationalized copper mines. Pablo Neruda's death sparks defiance against the junta, but his missing manuscripts reflect concerns over repression. Neruda's life, activism, and commitment to social change underscore the intertwined nature of poetry and political engagement during Chile's tumultuous period. Part II:The Mapuche people in Chile have endured ongoing struggles for land rights and equality, navigating through various governmental responses that have shaped their circumstances. Initially facing proposals facilitating land seizures under the Frei government in the early 1960s, the Mapuches organized into a National Confederation, successfully opposing such measures in Congress. With the Allende regime, efforts were made to integrate the Mapuches into Chilean society, though disagreements over control of an Indian affairs corporation led to prolonged negotiations. Concurrently, the Revolutionary Left Movement (MIR) collaborated with Mapuche leaders. However, legal complexities and clashes with small landowners fueled tensions, leading to accusations of lawlessness and the formation of armed vigilante groups. Government interventions in expropriated properties empowered workers but also faced challenges in addressing Mapuche employment transitions and entrenched prejudices. Despite these challenges, there was a growing willingness to engage in dialogue and recognize Mapuche rights, although tensions persisted, as seen in a fatal incident involving armed landowner vigilantes. Files include CSVs of the annotated transcriptions and lists of places, people, organizations, subjects, and media sources mentioned in the radio program