Coal mining-induced composite damage to geological bodies and geological guarantee against damage reduction by Shuangming WANG, Qiang SUN, Xin HU, Jishi GENG, Enke HOU, Shengquan WANG, Shutao ZHOU, Qingmin SHI, Shihao YUAN, Kai CHEN, Shijie SONG

“…Furthermore, it is necessary to build five systems and one platform, i.e., a precise exploration system, an intelligent perception system, a rapid interpretation system, a risk assessment system, an engineering loss reduction system, and a comprehensive analysis platform for mining-induced composite damage. …”
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Characteristics of Traditional Human Settlement Landscapes on Bedrock Islands in Guangdong Based on the “Ao” Unit by Ying PAN, Linxi CHEN, Ying SHI

“…ObjectiveThe objective of this research is to contribute to the strategic goal of transforming China into a strong maritime nation by enhancing the understanding and management of the ocean, and by fostering innovation in marine science and technology. The exploration and protection of islands, which are increasingly recognized as a new frontier for bolstering comprehensive national power and securing strategic advantages. …”
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Phenomenology of Organizational Silence (Case Study Farhangian University) by Iraj Mehdizadeh, Saeed Rajaipour, Seyed Ali Siadat

“…This research aims to explore the lived experiences of faculty members and staff to identify the factors contributing to organizational silence at Iranian Farhangian University. …”
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Toward trustworthy COVID-19 interventions: Building vaccine trust through community-university partnerships. by Laura A Bray, Lori L Jervis, Amanda E Janitz, Laura Ross, Gloria Tallbull, Timothy M VanWagoner, CATCH-UP Vaccines Team

“…We draw on focus groups (N = 27 participants) with community and university partners involved with hosting COVID-19 testing and vaccine events in underserved Oklahoma communities. Focus groups explored participants' experiences serving community health needs and elicited feedback on proposed vaccine hesitancy interventions. …”
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Effect of Fireworks, Chinese New Year and the COVID-19 Lockdown on Air Pollution and Public Attitudes by Peter Brimblecombe, Yonghang Lai

“…The urban lockdowns enforced to mitigate the COVID-19 pandemic give a chance to explore the effect of rapid changes in societal activities on air pollution, with a public willing to leave views on social media and show a continuing concern about the return of pollution problems after COVID-19 restrictions are lifted. …”
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A qualitative inquiry of speech-language therapists’ views about breastfeeding management by Danica Schlome, Esedra Krüger, Bhavani Pillay

“…Objectives: Little has been published about SLTs’ management of breastfeeding in low- and middle-income settings. This study explores the perspectives of a group of experienced South African SLTs on their approach to breastfeeding management. …”
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Mechanical behavior of synthetic fiber ropes for mooring floating offshore wind turbines. by Ji Zeng, He Zhang, Bowen Jin, Hailei Dong, Chiate Chou, Hangyu Li

“…Consequently, the water depth required for mooring is increasing, demanding higher standards for the mooring system. This study explores the mechanical properties, including wear resistance and quasi-static stiffness, of nylon, polyester, and high-strength polyethylene mooring ropes through experimental design, aiming to address the challenges faced by floating offshore wind turbines (FOWT) in mooring line safety. …”
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WHERE TWO WORLDS MEET: LIGETI AND ROMANIAN FOLK MUSIC by Bianca Ţiplea TEMEŞ

“…The analytical reading will show that long after Ligeti had repudiated Bartók’s influence, he appeared to revisit his predecessor in exploring folk music as source of inspiration. From early pieces, such as the Romanian Concerto and Baladă şi Joc, to Hora lungă (from the Viola Sonata), Hamburgisches Konzert, Automne à Varsovie and further on to the „mash up” of folk influences from all over the world which he promoted in his works from the beginning of the 1980s onwards, leit-motifs such as „bucium”, „bocet”, „hora lungă”, „Romanian folk instruments” etc., they all mark constant references in Ligeti’s manuscripts stored at the Paul Sacher Fondation in Basel. …”
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AI-based medical ethics education: examining the potential of large language models as a tool for virtue cultivation by Shimpei Okamoto, Masanori Kataoka, Makoto Itano, Tsutomu Sawai

“…Conclusions The study involved a comprehensive exploration of the function of LLMs in medical ethics education, positing that tools such as ChatGPT can profoundly enhance the learning experience in the future. …”
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MEDIA IN AN ERA OF DIGITAL GLOBALIZATION: THE ETHICAL PERSPECTIVES by GABRIEL T. NYITSE, STEPHEN WANG

“…This digital globalization has introduced numerous benefits, including democratizing knowledge access and fostering cross-cultural understanding, but it has also raised complex ethical challenges. This text explores the complex ethical considerations that arise in the era of digital globalization. …”
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ENVIRONMENTAL AND SOCIAL INFORMATION DISCLOSURE QUALITY AND FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE OF LISTED MANUFACTURING COMPANIES IN NIGERIA by Saka Tunde Abdulsalam

“…Based on this backdrop, this study explores ESID quality of Listed Manufacturing Companies in Nigeria (LMCN) based on Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) and evaluate the impact on their OCF. …”
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Strength, extent and duration of secondary hyperalgesia induced by high-frequency electrical stimulation of the foot compared to the volar forearm of healthy human volunteers. by Louisien Lebrun, Cédric Lenoir, Caterina Leone, Emanuel N van den Broeke, Ombretta Caspani, Andreas Schilder, Bernhard Pelz, Andrea Truini, Rolf-Detlef Treede, André Mouraux

“…High-frequency electrical stimulation (HFS) of the skin using a multi-pin electrode activating epidermal nociceptors is used to explore spinal central sensitization in humans. Most previous studies applied HFS to the volar forearm. …”
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الیکٹرانک فارمز اور رضامندی کی جدید صورت: شرعی مطالعہ by Muhammad Javed Khan, Dr. Usman Ahmad

“…This article introduces the concept and background of electronic forms and examines the Shariah perspective on consent expressed through them. It aims to explore the modern methods of expressing consent in agreements via electronic forms by applying principles derived from the Quran, Sunnah, and Islamic jurisprudence. …”
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Does instruction through mother tongue impede students’ English proficiency? public skepticism on the instructional language policy in the state of Amhara by Melaku Gebremeske

“… This study examined whether learning in the mother tongue affects students’ English proficiency in the State of Amhara. It also explores experiences across the world to look for possible means of equipping students with the required competences of English. …”
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Evaluative Literature Review Writing by Novice Academic Writers: Enhancing Knowledge and Awareness by Aksakallı Canan, Yağız Oktay, Bakırtaş Şennur, Ötügen Rabia

“…Beyond simply summarizing source materials, NNES academic writers, inclusive of novice academic writers, should be aware of the ways of developing evaluative and critical literature reviews by making connections between the research findings and interpretations of published studies, showing their inconsistencies, and identifying their strengths and weaknesses. This study aimed to explore NNES doctoral students’ knowledge and awareness of evaluative literature review writing and enhance their knowledge with an implementation focusing on the conventions and norms of literature review writing. …”
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Virtual Reality Tours as an Immersive Approach to Archaeology in Higher Education by Robert Stephan, A. R. Doery, Caleb Simmons

“…By immersing students in virtual environments, educators can potentially overcome geographical, financial, and logistical constraints, allowing students to explore the world and its diverse cultures without leaving their home learning environment. …”
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Reframing the filter bubble through diverse scale effects in online music consumption by Dougal Shakespeare, Victor Chareyron, Camille Roth

“…Nevertheless, as the contribution of this work clearly shows, contradictory findings that algorithmic devices may both foster “bubbly” confinement dynamics and diverse exploration appear to stem, at least in part, from tensions surrounding information representation and scale. …”
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Embracing E-Court Innovation: Advancing Maslahah Mursalah in Indonesia's Religious Courts by Eti Yusnita, Yuswalina, Muhammad Toriq

“…This study sets out to explore the advancements of the e-court system within Indonesia's Religious Courts, delving into the key factors driving its growth and shaping its implementation, with a focus on the concept of maslahah mursalah (public welfare). …”
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Copper deposit development potential on the Qinghai-Xizang Plateau in China based on the pressure-state-response framework by Chonghao Liu, Jinshan Xu, Jianan Zhao, Jian Dong, Xiangying Jia, Jing Liu, Xiu Wang

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eHealth Literacy and Cyberchondria Severity Among Undergraduate Students: Mixed Methods Study by Wan -Chen Hsu

“…ObjectiveThis study investigated the background factors and status of cyberchondria severity among college students by conducting a nationwide sample survey using the Cyberchondria Severity Scale. Further, we explored the perspective of eHealth literacy of those with scores higher than 1 SD from the mean by analyzing their recent experiences using web-based health information. …”
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