Scholarly Work Research Articles

Analysis of the Application of Game Theory from Multiple Aspects: Economics, Business, and Education

In the late 20th century and early 21st century, there has been extensive literature published regarding proposals of the utilization of game theory from different academic aspects, which are tedious and unnecessary work for scholars who only wish to simply learn about some of the applications of game theory. This paper summarizes and organizes a few examples of the applications of game theory using prominent existing literature from three aspects: business, economics, and education, hoping to spark scholars’ interests and provide a broad understanding for readers as to when and how game theory may be used. When applying game theory to a real-world issue in business, economics, or education, the development and design of a “game” with certain selected constraints and variables is used to replicate the real-world model using mathematical languages. Depending on the real-world conflict these models are portraying, they might be novel concepts or variations of already-existing models. The summarization of some applications of game theory may spark interest for scholars interested in the various fields explored such as business management, economics, and optimization and quickly understand current progress in the area of game theory.

Social Media Shaping Youth’s Perception of Moroccan Female Political Leaders

This paper addresses the role of social media consumption amongst youth and its implications in shaping their perceptions of Moroccan female political leaders. Based on examining previous scholarly works, this research investigates a large body of literature including how social media platforms impacts youth’s engagement in political and civic activities. The role of social media in shaping perceptions about female political leaders is also discussed from a theoretical standpoint. Aiming to identify, the influence of a number of identified form the literature, this paper adopted a quantitative strategy utilizing a survey that was addressed to (N=309) participant targeted on both social media platforms and within university campus. Based on the descriptives, the correlation analysis and regression analysis of the data gathered, this study identified that the level of education, social media exposure, online interactions, political awareness, and cultural factors significantly influence youth’s perceptions of female political leaders. These findings highlight the factors influencing young adults’ perceptions about the Moroccan political landscape and the importance of media education and literacy to enhance critical thinking skills amongst Moroccan youth.

Portuguese cinema and its discontents: a view from the film archive

ABSTRACT The article revisits the main arguments and underlying premises of the protracted debate on ‘national art cinema’ that has shaped Portuguese film studies for many decades. Drawing on international scholarly work on national cinemas and on my own experience as a researcher in the National Archive of the Moving Images (ANIM) of the Portuguese Cinematheque (Cinemateca Portuguesa – Museu do Cinema), I argue for a definition of ‘Portuguese cinema’ that takes into account the vast collections of non-fiction films that have been excluded from this debate. My proposal entails a shift away from prescriptive to descriptive understandings of Portuguese cinema, thus recognising its diversity, in the past as well as in the present. I therefore endorse a conception of national cinema that takes heed of wider and deeper historical processes, international ‘constellations’ and other (often contested or unacknowledged) traditions and practices. The argument builds on the analysis of Adriano Ramos Pinto – Vinho do Porto (attributed title), a short non-fiction utility film made in the late 1930s that belongs to ANIM’s holdings.

Integrating Forest Ecosystem Services into Health Strategies to Improve Human Well-Being

As the largest terrestrial ecosystem covering extensive expanses of the Earth’s surface, forests offer crucial health benefits to humans, both directly and indirectly. Presently, health services derived from forest resources have presented significant opportunities for enhancing human well-being. Nonetheless, the absence of a comprehensive understanding regarding the mechanisms by which forests impact human health jeopardizes the potential gains in health. Regrettably, there remains a dearth of scholarly work elucidating these pathways. This paper aims to furnish a thorough examination of how forests influence human health. We initiate by formulating a conceptual framework upon which we delineate the various pathways through which forests impact human health. These encompass the provisioning of resources, preventive services, and forest therapies. Concurrently, we outline the moderating influence of social, economic, and individual characteristics as mediators within this pathway. These characteristics are classified into two overarching dimensions: accessibility and behavioral choices, which notably affect marginalized demographics such as those with lower socioeconomic status, women, the elderly, individuals with disabilities, and children in developing nations. Consequently, we build upon these foundational insights to propose six strategies aimed at perpetuating the positive impact of forests on human health in the foreseeable future. In the future, the development of forest management policies, the assessment of long-term health benefits, social practices, and international cooperation must be considered holistically to attain the dual objective of sustainable forest management and the advancement of human well-being.

Building a Consortium to Address Graduate Nursing Student Academic Preparedness.

The demand for nurses in advanced practice roles is expected to grow by 38% by 2032. The nationwide faculty shortage is also a concern, as it correlates to the nursing shortage. Successful retention strategies for graduate nursing students can strengthen the rising demand of specialized nursing roles. The transition from clinical practice to the graduate student environment can be daunting to some practicing nurses who may struggle with program completion. It is well documented that graduate nursing students lack academic preparation for the rigorous scholarly work. A national onboarding consortium of graduate nursing faculty was formed to meet regularly and utilize a model onboarding program to address graduate nursing students' academic preparedness. Structured onboarding programs show promising results. The programs were easily adopted to support students from various backgrounds and regions within the United States. Benefits of forming a consortium to address a national issue were evident.

The Point of No Return: A Review Essay

Abstract Thomas Byrne Edsall is one of America's finest political journalists and a foremost amplifier of the work of political scientists and other scholars. Academic research bolsters his argument in virtually every chapter of The Point of No Return. The book is a collection of his New York Times columns, bookended by a new introduction and conclusion, spanning the period from Donald Trump's rise in the 2016 election to his attempt to overturn the presidential election four years later. A remarkable feature of Edsall's columns is how quickly he diagnosed emerging developments that would come to define our politics, including the Republican Establishment's rapid descent, Trump's unwavering and cult-like following, the pernicious effects of disinformation, the Democratic Party's inept response to social and cultural change, and the likelihood that Trump would not surrender power peacefully if he lost the 2020 election. A running theme throughout the book is the danger that Trump poses to the nation's democracy. The Point of No Return is the latest book in the four-decade career of a journalist who regularly has enlarged our understanding of American politics.

Историческая значимость деятельности Иоанна Каподистрии в решении греческого вопроса в первой половине XIX века

The article examines the activities of Ioannis Kapodistrias as an eminent politician and diplomat in the history of Russia and Greece. It analyzes Kapodistrias’ contributions to the national liberation struggle of the Greek people for independence from Ottoman domination. The role of Russia in facilitating Greece’s path to independence is highlighted, alongside an exploration of the leaders of the Greek national liberation movement. The significance of Orthodox faith, indigenous traditions, and culture for the Greek people is also addressed. The research underscores the pivotal role of Ioannis Kapodistrias in fostering relations between the peoples of Greece and Russia, grounded in their shared Orthodox faith and the institution of the Orthodox Church. An examination of archival data, scholarly works, historical literature, and the statements of high-ranking officials from the Russian Federation provides essential groundwork for further study of the personality of Ioannis Kapodistrias, as well as the application of his experiences and insights in the modern geopolitical conjuncture.

Традиции и современность: культурное самосознание

The article examines the role of traditions in the formation of cultural identity in modern society. It analyzes the works of both domestic and foreign scholars concerning the essence and features of cultural traditions and national identity. The necessity for a more detailed study of the role of traditions in shaping cultural self-consciousness in the modern world is identified. The study reveals that at the basis of the examined phenomenon lies cultural identity, which is defined as an individual’s ability to evaluate themselves within the context of the cultural group to which they belong. Cultural identity facilitates the development of specific behaviors, values, and worldviews. It is established that by embracing cultural traditions, individuals enhance their cultural self-consciousness and cultivate an understanding of their place in the modern world. Furthermore, it has been determined that the strength and uniqueness of cultural affiliation render relationships within multicultural communities more harmonious, while also contributing to the individual’s success in their endeavors. Consequently, it is concluded that cultural traditions serve as the foundation of all occurrences in the modern world. They influence various spheres of nation’s life, aiding in the construction of a more advanced future.

Роль китайских пушкинистов в популяризации русской литературы в культурном континууме КНР

The aim of the study is to assess the scale of research and educational activities of Chinese scientists, whose focus is Russian literature, namely the work of Alexander Sergeevich Pushkin. To do this, the authors of the article identify and systematize the scientific works of Chinese scientists using the information capabilities of the scientific platform CNKI (China National Knowledge Infrastructure, “Zhongguo Zhiwan” – hereinafter Zhiwan). Various scientific materials are posted here, including those that provide an opportunity to get acquainted with the most popular works of Chinese Pushkin scholars. An analysis of the entire volume of publications on this site made it possible to highlight the names of outstanding Chinese scientists who devoted their lives to the study and popularization of Russian culture and literature among their com-patriots. The characteristic features of the activities of Chinese Russian scholars are highlighted and described. The authors identified and systematized, according to the degree of publication activity, Chinese printed publications that posted materials on the Zhiwan website that, to one degree or another, related to the study of the works of the great Russian poet and prose writer. Particular attention is paid to the systematization of monographs and articles not only by philologists, but also by representatives of other scientific fields. The authors presented a brief description of public events (conferences, competitions, etc.) held in China by scientific and educational institutions to popularize Russian spiritual culture. The research results reflected in the reports of Chinese Pushkin scholars can be found on the Zhiwan website. The methodological basis is the dialectical method of scientific knowledge, which made it possible to trace the continuity of the scientific research of Chinese Pushkinists. The systematic method revealed the wide capabilities of the CNKI scientific platform. The statistical method for identifying and processing textual information provided a quantitative description of the scale and depth of the study of Russian literature abroad. Thanks to the analytical-synthetic method, not only was a database of scientific works created by Chinese researchers of the life and work of A.S. Pushkin, but also their role in the popularization of Russian culture in China was revealed. The conducted research is interdisciplinary in nature and may be in demand by domestic and Chinese Pushkin scholars (philologists, historians, cultural experts, specialists in the field of art history).

Трансформация подходов к исследованию идентичности и культурной идентичности в конце ХХ – начале ХХI столетий: тенденции и перспективы

This article examines the role of cultural identity policy as a tool for institutionalizing established values, beliefs, and means of sustenance in the structure of cultural identity. It is emphasized that the works of classical scholars of the 20th century address the issue of cultural identity in the context of fundamental theories of personality, motivation, needs, determinisms, and more. In contrast, research conducted in the first quarter of the 21st century exhibits a continuity of these foundational themes. Conclusion dwells upon the fact that the transformation of theoretical and methodological approaches is manifested in the reception of the issue of cultural identity-as a conceptual, social, and historical product that is created by individuals and society through processes of joint activity, and that is continually negotiated and modified under the influence of cultural policies and means of their institutionalization. Using research findings as a case study, the article illustrates how the government forms the cultural identity of populations: it instills norms, defines parameters of consciousness, and influences living practices and traditional forms of behavior. However, the intensity of such influence varies significantly. Based on a description of different types of cultural hybridity, the article identifies and represents corresponding types of identity-strong and weak-that manifest in conditions of intercultural communication.

Диалектика централизации и децентрализации управления в СССР и современной России

The examination of the evolution and modernization of the governance system of socialist industry and, in particular, the alternation of its centralized and decentralized forms within the command system will make it possible to understand the reasons for the rise and fall of the Soviet economic system, as well as the resulting difficulties of the modern stage of the country’s development. In this regard, the aim of this article is to investigate the causes and factors influencing the transition between centralized and decentralized governance in the USSR and transitional Russia. This study involved a review of literature detailing the most notable periods of centralization, such as the industrialization in the USSR (1928–1937) and the state reforms of the 2000s in the Russian Federation, as well as periods of decentralization, including the establishment of local People’s Commissariats of governance (1953–1964) and the market reforms of the 1990s. The research was based on the works of both domestic and international scholars. The analysis revealed a systemic need for alternating waves of centralized and decentralized governance. Using the examples of the Soviet Union and the Russian Federation, the article delineates the main phases of governance transition, economic indicators, and the factors influencing these processes.

Race, Interests, and Perceptions in International Migration: A Review Article

Abstract The field of international migration has largely ignored race. Does the Global North's apparent warm welcome of mostly white Ukrainian Orthodox Christians fleeing Russia's war and its hostility towards black and brown non-Christan Middle Easterners and Africans escaping war and deprivation tell us anything? Although latecomers to the study of international migration, since the 1990s, political scientists have innovated the field of the politics of international migration but few works locate race as a focal point of analysis in either migration politics or international relations. The study of race in international migration in international relations is still rather nascent and centers on the Western world with a focus on how racial differences influence perception of threat, common identities, and even standards of good governance. Andrew Rosenberg's book Undesirable Immigrants: Why Racism Persists in International Migration offers a corrective to much of this in his examination of race and international migration from the perspective of international relations. It builds on the work of many critical and traditional scholars with a novel quantitative approach that “seeks to unmask” the issue of racial bias against “non-white migrants” primarily from the Global South. (11)

“We Know Little About the Early Bryusov...”: The Work of the Poet-Symbolist as Reflected in the Scholarly Heritage of N. K. Gudziy

The article attempts to talk about that part of the scholarly heritage of the literary historian, textual critic, teacher N.K. Gudziy, which is dedicated to the work of the poet, prose writer, literary critic, translator, public figure V.Ya. Bryusov. Based on unpublished archival materials, printed works, materials from Gudziy’s personal archive and correspondence, the scholar’s contribution to the development of domestic “Bruce studies” is characterized, and the main circumstances that influenced the formation of his reading and research interest in this topic are identified. In addition, the background to the birth of Gudziy’s main scholarly works, dedicated to Bryusov and the early stage of the formation of Russian symbolism, is presented, and the scholar’s active work at the 2nd Moscow State University, the State Academy of Artistic Sciences, and the “Circle in Memory of Valery Bryusov” is considered from the point of view of the researcher’s movement towards chosen topic and object of critical interest. The presented materials allow us to trace the fate of several research subjects – the history of early Russian symbolism, Bryusov’s youthful creativity, the change of his creative and critical interests, the role of the literary environment in the poet's life – from their birth and systematization of archival materials to printed embodiment.

Bibliometric Insights into Anger and Aggression Research

Background: Anger and aggression are central constructs in psychology, sociology, and behavioral sciences, affecting mental health and social interactions. Despite extensive research, there is a need to map the trends and focal points of studies in this area, particularly to understand how themes like mental health disorders, developmental psychology, and social dynamics interconnect with aggression. Objective: This study aims to conduct a bibliometric analysis of global research on anger and aggression, identifying key trends, influential authors, leading research areas, and interdisciplinary approaches. The goal is to provide insights into the trajectory and focus of scholarly work in this field. Methods: Using bibliometric techniques, including co-occurrence mapping and citation analysis, data from relevant research articles were extracted and analyzed through VOSviewer. Key terms, authorship networks, and publication patterns were examined to uncover thematic clusters and research trajectories. Findings: The analysis highlights several prominent themes in the literature on anger and aggression, including their links to psychological disorders (e.g., depression, stress), behavioral development in children and adolescents, and the influence of family and social environments. The co-occurrence analysis also points to growing interest in therapeutic interventions, cognitive and neurological underpinnings of aggression, and biological factors, such as brain injury. Authors such as Richard Tremblay, David Farrington, and Manuel Eisner have emerged as influential figures in this research domain. Conclusion: This bibliometric study reveals that research on anger and aggression is characterized by interdisciplinary approaches, integrating psychology, neuroscience, and social sciences. The focus on mental health and therapeutic interventions highlights the practical applications of this research in clinical settings. The increasing interest in the neurological and biological dimensions of aggression also suggests a broadening of the research agenda. Novelty: This study provides a comprehensive overview of the intellectual landscape of anger and aggression research through a bibliometric lens, offering new insights into the evolving trends, collaboration networks, and thematic directions in the field. It is one of the first studies to integrate a co-occurrence analysis with citation data to map both psychological and biological dimensions of aggression research.

Reforming School Choice Systems to Reduce Segregation in Schools: A Comparative Political Economy Study of Education Reform in Belgium, Chile, and the Netherlands

ABSTRACT This study offers a comparative examination of desegregation policy reforms in Belgium, Chile, and the Netherlands, addressing equity reforms to universal school choice systems. Through an analysis of the reform trajectories, we explore the evolution of policies, the causal mechanisms of change, efforts to institutionalize policies, and the sources of resistance to reform. We then undertake a cross-national comparison to discern trends and confirm or disconfirm theorized causes. Policy strategies from each context included nondiscrimination policies, fiscal incentives, and eventually reform of admissions procedures. Causal mechanisms facilitating equity reforms included shifts in political context, grassroots mobilization, generated focusing events through scholarly work and reports of civil society and transnational actors, and effective framing. Oppositional forces from non-state school networks and middle-class/white parents emerged in each context, affecting reform design and the path to institutionalization, but were unable to block reforms. The resulting reforms in each context were the products of compromise that retreated from deeper structural changes, likely mitigating the effects of reforms on school-based segregation.

Using a Phenomenological and Fanon Analytic: A Methodological Framework and Method for Research with Impoverished Black Male Youth

While there is a good amount of general literature on the experiences of Black men in Canada, there is a paucity of empirical data regarding the specific lived experiences of first- and second-generation, Canadian-born, impoverished Black young men (ages 15–29). Black male youth are often impoverished due to anti-Black racism and classism, which together further social and economic barriers. While many methods of data collection and analysis provide a useful snapshot of the experiences of young Black men, many traditional methods are unable to highlight the nuance that lies in complex intersections of identity for Black young men experiencing poverty and un(der)employment. This article demonstrates the success of practices rooted in phenomenology to understand and articulate the unique, heterogeneous lived experiences of first- and second-generation impoverished Black young men who utilize youth employment training programs in three Canadian cities. Further, this article demonstrates how using Frantz Fanon’s scholarly work and applied phenomenology can inform future research on Black and other underserved youth who face complex marginalization.

The Role of Language in the Media During the 1994 Rwandan Genocide

In 1994, around 800,000 people were killed in 100 days of genocide in Rwanda. The primary targets of the genocide were the minority Tutsi, but many moderate Hutus were killed as well. In order to facilitate mass participation in the genocide, the ruling elite created and promoted media tools to disseminate anti-Tutsi propaganda and convince ordinary Rwandans to take part in the killings. The media instruments used included the RTLM radio station and newspapers such as Kangura. Using excerpts from radio broadcasts, as well as scholarly works by journalists, broadcasters, and media experts, this paper explores the role of the media in the genocide, including the formation of the media outlets and the various types of language used in the media, (such as high context and low context language), in addition to explaining how this language was used to promote genocide, and making recommendations for the prevention of the use of hate media in future conflicts.

Cultural scientific school development of the Odesa National A. V. Nezhdanova Academy of Music

The article presents an overview of the current state of cultural studies of the Department of Theoretical and Applied Cultural Studies of the Odesa National A. V. Nezhdanova Academy of Music (ONMA), as well as an overview of modern scientific cultural studies of the mentioned higher educational institution. The purpose of the research is to determine the perspectives and directions of cultural studies of the Department of Theoretical and Applied Cultural Studies of the National Academy of Sciences. Research methods. To achieve the goal, general scientific and special methods were used, including: historical-cultural, structural-functional, analytical and informational to establish the specifics of cultural research works of ONMA scholars. The scientific novelty of the obtained results lies in the comprehensive analysis of the problems of applied cultural studies of the Department of Theoretical and Applied Cultural Studies of the leading higher educational institution of arts of the Odesa National A. V. Nezhdanova Academy of Music, which develops cultural studies in the musical aspect. Conclusions. Using the example of the department of theoretical and practical cultural studies of the Ukrainian National Academy of Sciences, we traced how cultural studies transforms from an abstract philosophical field to a scientific and practical one. This opinion is based on a review of candidate's theses, which trace the movement towards applied cultural studies, which fully reflects the features of the modern state of scientific practice. The interdisciplinary nature of the field opens up great potential for a flexible understanding of cultural practices.

A New Model to Advance a Collaborative Clinical Education Placement Process: A Consortium Core Network.

The 2014 Clinical Education (CE) Summit and subsequent scholarly work prompted development of collaborative, mutually beneficial, innovative processes to mitigate CE challenges and inefficiencies. Contemporary practice advocates for collaboration among physical therapist (PT) academic programs (Programs) and clinical partners (Partners) to create a sustainable placement process with mutual benefits for stakeholders. The purpose of this article is to describe the design and implementation of the Ohio Kentucky Consortium of Physical Therapy Educators (Consortium) Consortium Core Network's (CCN) centralized PT CE Placement Process (PT-CEPP) model and share participants' experience perspectives. The Consortium established the CCN and a Steering Committee, representing stakeholders, and designed a novel 5-phase centralized PT-CEPP model, in Exxat, an educational management platform. The phases included Request, Offer, Placement, Reallocation, and Confirmation and Release. A postimplementation Qualtrics survey was disseminated to obtain participant perspectives. Open-text survey responses were compiled, reviewed, thematically analyzed, and presented in this article (part 1). The resulting quantitative CCN PT-CEPP analyses were deferred to a companion article (part 2). The CCN participation included invited Partners (n = 101/364; 28%) and Programs (n = 14/14; 100%). During initial PT-CEPP implementation, 1,005 offers resulted in 549 CE placements. Participant perspectives from 20 of 101 SCCEs (20%) and eight of 14 DCEs (57%) were dichotomized into "Benefits and What Worked Well" and "Challenges and What Did Not Work Well." Perspectives were unique to participant roles, with partners valuing "centralization" and Programs "process." Lessons gleaned from the PT-CEPP paradigm shift to a CCN-centralized model may optimize processes and improve sustainability with future iterations.

Artificial intelligence (AI) and scholarly publishing ethics: A content analysis of journal policies

Artificial intelligence (AI) technologies have received significant attention since the launch of ChatGPT in late 2022. People are experimenting with AI technologies in different aspects of daily life, including the use of AI tools in the scholarly writing process. Researchers and journal publishers are debating the impact of AI technologies on the quality and accountability of scholarly works. Indeed, scholarly journals play an important role in the dissemination of research and should be advising authors on the appropriate and acceptable use of AI technologies in scholarly publishing. Yet very few studies have examined how journals are providing AI-related guidance to authors. This work-in-progress (WIP) research explores how scholarly journals advise authors about the use of AI in the scholarly writing process by conducting a content analysis of journal policies. Specifically, the study sample was comprised of the top 20 journals, identified using journal metrics provided by Google Scholar in the following subject areas: STEM, humanities, literature & arts, social sciences, and library and information sciences. Policies from these 80 journals were collected from publicly available websites and then examined in August 2024 to assess how journals are currently providing AI-related guidance to authors. The guiding research questions and content analysis focused on the following aspects: 1) The presence or absence of AI in the journal policy; 2) Definition / examples of AI; 3) Guidance on the use of AI for authors; 4) Guidelines about AI for peer reviewers. In this WIP poster, preliminary findings from the content analysis are presented.