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The Geometry of the Universe: in Search of Unity. New Possible Mathematical Connections with the DN Constant, Ramanujan\u27s Recurring Numbers and Some Parameters of Number Theory and String Theory
Get PDFIn this work, we analyze the DN Constant (Del Gaudio-Nardelli Constant). We will� describe the possible mathematical connections with Ramanujan\u27s Recurring� Numbers, some parameters of Number Theory and String Theor
Peculiarities of Electrodynamic Processes During Electric Explosion of Spiral Wires
Get PDF�The features of the electric explosion of spiral-shaped conductors in the RLC discharge circuit are considered. It has been experimentally established that during the explosion of spiral-shaped wires in water, in contrast to the explosion in air, the secondary breakdown occurs along the spiral ionized channel due to the greater density of the environment, the lower expansion rate of the explosion products, and the compressive effect of the discharge channel of its own magnetic field. The nature of the discharge process is determined by the increase in the active resistance of the spiral plasma channel during its expansion. Due to the additional action of magnetic pressure generated during the explosion of the spirals, the force effect on electrically conductive objects located inside or outside the spiral increases, which can be used when distributing pipes in tube grids and loading samples with high pulse pressure. In addition, when changing the initial parameters of the spirals (number of turns, pitch, diameter) during their explosion in water, in the discharge circuit it is possible to observe the nature of the discharge from deeply oscillatory to deeply aperiodic, including obtaining a single pulse of discharge current for its use as a breaker for high-power electrical circuits
Power, Pixels, and Politics: The Geopolitics of Emerging Technologies in the Digital Age
Get PDFIn a world progressively identified by the interplay of power and innovation, this research paper permeates diverse fragments of the subject to intricately explore the profound geopolitical ripples generated by emerging technologies. The most perspicacious and inevitable stems from the history, till date, and, for the most part, the future; hence we might be pondering over all of that, starting from the steam engines of the Industrial Revolution, incessantly forward-looking to today�s artificial intelligence, blockchain, and quantum computing breakthroughs; technology has always been both a beacon of progress and a Pandora�s box of challenges.
Needless to allude to anything further, these innovations now most certainly act as the architects of a new global order, reshaping alliances, disrupting traditional power dynamics, and carving fresh battlegrounds in cyberspace and beyond. As the U.S. and China lock horns in a digital arms race, competing for technological hegemony, the stakes rise beyond mere dominance in silicon and code. This contest represents a seismic shift in international relations, where data becomes the new oil, and innovation, the currency of influence. Against this backdrop, ethical quandaries proliferate, from the erosion of privacy and the specter of mass surveillance to the widening chasm of technological inequality. These tensions highlight a critical question: Can the rapid march of technological advancement be steered to unify rather than divide?
Scanning through a historical lens, this paper, nonetheless, intends to revisit transformative eras; most obviously, from the Industrial Age to the Digital Revolution - scrupulously endeavouring to draw parallels to the current landscape. The analyses are about the tug-of-war between state sovereignty and global governance, where emerging technologies concurrently empower nations and create vulnerabilities. The chronicled evaluation unto the present age of digitisation underscores the urgency for robust frameworks to ensure that the digital age reflects humanity\u27s collective aspirations rather than amplifies its divisions.
Ultimately, this study serves as both a clarion call and a roadmap, advocating for a harmonious convergence of innovation, ethics, and governance. It invites policymakers, technologists, and global citizens to weave a future where the threads of progress are not frayed by the pressures of competition but united by the shared pursuit of stability, equity, and sustainability
Modern Crisis: The Riddle of Varys
Get PDFThe article is preparatory in nature to consider one of the causes of the current crisis and possible ways out of it. The article considers two rights: the right to preferential distribution and the right to deferred exchange, which together form the basis of consumption in society. Three types of the right to preferential distribution are analyzed, which correspond to three possible types of capital, depending on which of these rights is given the right to violence. It is shown that these three distributive rights are in a state of pressure on each other and form a triad with negative feedback, which ensures the stability of the system and forms the basis of society in the form of a triad: ideology-politics-economics. In conclusion, the riddle of Varys is considered in relation to the topic under consideration
Being Here! Serra Negra Landscape, Alto Araçuaí, Minas Gerais, Brazil.
Get PDFThe Serra Negra territory, which includes 79 archaeological sites, is situated on the northeastern slopes of the Serra do Espinha�o Meridional (Southern Espinha�o Range) in Minas Gerais, Brazil. This article analyzes archaeological data from this region through the lens of landscape theory, contributing to debates surrounding the so-called Archaic Gap. This article engages with the established literature on Holocene occupations of the Brazilian Central Plateau, emphasizing regional particularities. Our findings demonstrate that the Archaic Gap did not occur in Serra Negra, as the territory exhibits evidence of continuous occupation throughout this period. The persistent use and interconnection of landscapes reflect sustained demand, reinforcing the idea of a structured territory during these occupations, in addition to the continuity of social technologies involved in material culture production. Together, contextual, chronological, archaeological, and paleoenvironmental evidence supports the hypothesis of regional stability, both in terms of resources and worldview, marked by enduring site connectivity and occupation. These results further affirm the notion of a structured territory during the Mid-Holocene
The Monastery of Batalha and the Memory of the Military Orders – the Tombs of the Founder\u27s Chapel.
No full textAfter defeating the army of John I of Castile at the Battle of Aljubarrota, the King vowed to have a monastery built near the battlefield as a token of his gratitude to the Virgin Mary, to commemorate the events of that day, the 14th of August, 1385. Following the example of his royal predecessors, who over time favored or founded monastic institutions to serve as their final resting places � both for themselves and their closest relatives � the Monastery of Saint Mary of Victory (Mosteiro de Santa Maria da Vit�ria) would become the symbolic seat of his House, the newly established Avis dynasty, which was just taking its first steps.
Having been proclaimed king only a few months earlier, in Coimbra, at the Cortes that gathered between late March and April 6 of that same year, King John I was the natural son of King Pedro I, and thus half-brother to King Ferdinand I, who had passed away on October 22, 1383.*
Level of Female Students’ Conceptual understanding of and Hybridisation: A Mixed Method Study using a Two-Tier Diagnostic Test
No full textFemale students are underrepresented in science subjects, including chemistry. In Ghana, the West African Examination Council noted that male students outperform females, particularly in atomic orbitals and hybridisation. We examined female chemistry students\u27 understanding of these concepts, considering school types, using an embedded mixed methods design. A total of 304 students, selected through multistage sampling, took a two-tier Atomic Orbitals and Hybridisation Diagnostic Test. Means, standard deviations, frequencies, and percentages were used to analyse the quantitative data on students\u27 conceptual understanding of atomic orbitals and hybridisation. The Mann-Whitney U test compared the mean understanding between female students from single- and mixed-sex schools. Inductive thematic analysis was applied to the qualitative data, supporting the quantitative findings. Female students from single-sex schools exhibited a higher level of conceptual understanding than those from mixed-sex schools, although both groups showed partial understanding. Consequently, it is recommended that the Ministry of Education and Ghana Education Service should provide support services for female students in mixed-sex schools to enhance their learning of chemistry concepts
Social Isolation among the Connected Generation
Get PDFThe so-called "Connected Generation" teers on a digital high-wire � hyper-linked but frighteningly alone in a world when emoticons replace eye contact and connection is measured in megabits per second rather than meaningful ties. This study clarifies the contradictory phenomena of social isolation among digital natives, especially those born between 1995 and 2010, who cross the golden period of technological development and the desolate plains of emotional disconnection. The study investigates how the appearance of proximity created by digital platforms can undermine the very fabric of interpersonal connection as social media and smartphone screens progressively shape their lives.
Anchored in theoretical perspectives including Media Dependency Theory, Displacement Hypothesis, and Social Capital Theory, this study breaks apart the psychological, behavioural, and socio-cultural edges of digital participation. Media Dependency Theory holds that emotional fulfilment comes from digital interfaces; the Displacement Hypothesis warns that time spent in the virtual world replaces real-world social connections, hence creating a parched emotional terrain. The research investigates how the continual attraction of likes, streaks, and curated feeds sets off a reward system that ironically alienates users from real-world community events. Social Capital Theory, meantime, distinguishes between "bonding" and "bridging" capital and questions whether digital platforms create significant relationships or only inflate flimsy networks of mutual observation.
Inspired by historical changes�from the blissful days of MySpace to the artificial echo chambers of TikHub�the study documents how the very tools meant to link have gently, sometimes sinisterly, reinvented solitary. The arrival of cell phones accentuated this digital supremacy, turning idle times into scroll sessions and turning silence into a vacuum ready to be filled by well-chosen noise. Acting as both accelerator and amplifier, the COVID-19 epidemic further distorted this equilibrium: screen time skyrocketed as face-to--face contacts fell, regular fare for this generation is Zoom fatigue and social isolation.
Combining qualitative interviews, survey data, and digital ethnography, the study reveals startling numbers: up to 80% of teenagers say social media makes them lonelier, but over half spend more time interacting online than in person. These figures are cries from a generation marooned on islands of hypervisibility and invisibility, not just percentages seen and unseen. Driven by constant comparison with idealised avatars of peers, psychological signs including FOMO (Fear of Missing Out), falling self-esteem, and identity distress show often. Like an emotional roulette game, the like economy feeds a cycle of validation-hunger and inward emptiness by aggravating reliance on virtual approbation.
These digital platforms\u27 architecture is designed for compulsion, not just neutral territory. Algorithmic content curating generates echo chambers that restrict access to other points of view and complex interactions. Rather than connecting people to larger networks, the algorithms may lock users into well-chosen silos. These processes disproportionately influence the Connected Generation, whose early years were influenced by this electronic terrain. The study emphasises that although digital platforms provide a lot of surface-level interactions, they sometimes fall short in meeting the basic human demand for depth, empathy, and mutual presence.
Comparisons among cultures strengthen this examination. For example, the Hikikomori phenomenon in Japan represents extreme digital disengagement; Western young people often sense "ambient loneliness," surrounded by connectedness but searching for authenticity. Urban-rural variations further complicate the terrain: whereas city-dwellers may be technologically saturated, yet emotionally arid, rural populations can face infrastructure hurdles to both digital and in-person interaction. Furthermore, aggravating emotional disenfranchisement for underprivileged young is global disparities in access to digital literacy and supporting communities.
This study highlights possible restorative routes in addition to lamenting the problems of the digital age. Digital wellbeing and emotional resilience have to be included into curricula of educational systems and mental health frameworks. Policymakers are advised to understand social isolation as a public health crisis similar to smoking or obesity that calls for coordinated responses. Platform designers have to reconsider the ethical aspects of interface design and ask whether they are enhancing connection or just profit from attention.
This study ultimately forces us to reinterpret what it actually means to be "connected." Is connectivity expressed in megabytes or in understandable hands, hands that hold, and silences that say volumes? We must create prolific lifeboats of tangible connection as we negotiate the digital river�strong, reciprocal, based in the messy beauty of honest humanity. The Connected Generation assembles at an intersection: will they be able to continue to trade intimacy for immediacy, or can a recalibration of our digital compass guide us back to the core of human kinship
Exploring the use of AI-Writing Assistant for Foreign Language Learners: A Mixed-Methods Study in the Saudi EFL Context
Get PDFThe rapid growth of AI writing assistants has changed language learning, but there are still gaps in understanding how learners use these tools effectively and perceive feedback from them to enhance their learning skills. This thesis investigates language learners\u27 interactions with an AI writing assistant called "Type," identifying prompt types and understanding their perceptions for educational purposes. It is a mixed-methods study examining the interaction between English as a Foreign Language (EFL) learners and "Type." Data was collected from 27 male university learners in Saudi Arabia who used "Type" for writing tasks, with pre- and post-surveys assessing their experiences with AI-assisted writing. Findings identified two main themes: anticipated and unexpected interactions. The study explores the types of prompts used, including style, grammar, and word count prompts. While most participants express satisfaction with the tool\u27s ability to improve writing skills, the study suggests that future research should expand the sample size and examine the level of proficiency learners have with AI tools. It is crucial to identify the specific errors learners make and analyze the limitations of each AI tool in the learning process
Women’s Rights in Qatar: Navigating the Crossroads of Cultural Norms and Universal Human Rights in Gulf Diplomacy
Get PDFHuman rights are rights of a person simply just because they are a human and are inherited by birth. Human rights are inalienable, indivisible and interdependent. To violate human rights of a person simply means to treat that person as not a human being and when respected means that the dignity of all human beings be respected. Although human rights are universally declared and they are protected by international courts and organizations, there are countries globally who are in conflict of granting human rights to their citizens with the clash of cultural relativism. My research is on one country among them which is Qatar and the research work is done on how rights of women in Qatar are exploited, diving deep into the historical context, to understand the legal and social status of women in Qatar, to understand the reforms which have been provided to them in the past years. The ultimate goal to study is to see that human rights of every person is protected and promoted everywhere. Even though there have been several reforms and initiatives taken by the Qatari government, there have still been cases reported by human rights watch and many such international organizations. Laws in Qatar still continue to discriminate against women and lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) individuals. Women continued to face discrimination in law and practice. Under the guardianship system, women needed a male guardian�s permission to marry, study abroad on government scholarships, work in many government jobs, travel abroad if aged under 25, and access reproductive healthcare, Women remained inadequately protected in law against domestic violence (Amnesty International, 2024). The supreme political leadership represented by His Highness the Emir and Crown Prince plays an encouraging role in supporting women to achieve equal rights, and improve and enhance women�s position and role in society (Ashghal, n.d.). She has supported the Qatar Institution for Sciences, Education and Society Development that was established in 1996. It is a special institution that first established The Qatar Academy under the chairmanship of Sheikha Al Misnad (Ashghal, n.d.) Her Highness has also shown her interest in helping girls with special needs, by establishing the �Al Shafallah� center, headed by Sheikha Ghalia Bint Mohamed Al Thani (Ashghal, n.d.