The role and activities of the public in the implementation of anti-corruption reforms by O. S. Bondarenko

“…It is emphasised that citizens and civil society organisations play an important role in combating corruption, as they serve as advocates for the public interest, provide independent oversight, mobilise communities, protect whistleblowers, advocate for policy reforms and promote transparency, accountability and good governance. …”
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HEAVY METAL CONTAMINATION OF YAMS PRODUCED IN BENUE STATE by H. A. Owoicho, F.J. Ikpa, C.C. Iheukwumere, R. A. I. Ega

“…Yams were sampled from nine sampling stations; three farming communities from Oturkpo, Ukum, and Tarka Local Government Areas (LGAs). …”
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Identity and Socio-Political Self-Determination of the Ewe People in Ghana and Togo by Nikolay A. Medushevskii

“…At the same time, the independence of Ghana and Togo in the 1950s involved the Ewe in a competitive struggle with other ethnic communities claiming state power and resources. In the 1970s, the confrontation was in an acute phase, but in recent decades it has passed into a latent phase. …”
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Multi-objective optimization of hybrid energy systems using gravitational search algorithm by Sayyed Mostafa Mahmoudi, Akbar Maleki, Dariush Rezaei Ochbelagh

“…Abstract The depletion of fossil fuel reserves, increasing environmental concerns, and energy demands of remote communities have increased the acceptance of using hybrid renewable energy systems (HRES). …”
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Green Cosmetics to Environmental Sustainability by Lilik Purwanti, Eny Zuhrotin Nasyi’ah, Melinda Ibrahim, Aryo Prakoso

“…CSR is a business commitment to behavior ethically, operate legally and contribute to economic development while improving the quality of life of employees and their families, as well as local communities and society in general. One form of implementation of CSR activities has been carried out by The Body Shop in Indonesia with the Bring Back Our Bottle (BBOB) CSR Program. …”
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BharatSim: An agent-based modelling framework for India. by Philip Cherian, Jayanta Kshirsagar, Bhavesh Neekhra, Gaurav Deshkar, Harshal Hayatnagarkar, Kshitij Kapoor, Chandrakant Kaski, Ganesh Kathar, Swapnil Khandekar, Saurabh Mookherjee, Praveen Ninawe, Riz Fernando Noronha, Pranjal Ranka, Vaibhhav Sinha, Tina Vinod, Chhaya Yadav, Debayan Gupta, Gautam I Menon

“…It can simulate populations at multiple scales, from small communities to states. BharatSim uses a synthetic population created by applying statistical methods and machine learning algorithms to survey data from multiple sources, including the Census of India, the India Human Development Survey, the National Sample Survey, and the Gridded Population of the World. …”
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Key features and guidelines for the application of microbial alpha diversity metrics by Ignacio Cassol, Mauro Ibañez, Juan Pablo Bustamante

“…Abstract Studies of microbial communities vary widely in terms of analysis methods. …”
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Hydrogeochemical characterization and water quality assessment of mountain springs: Insights for strategizing water management in the lesser Indian Himalayas by Bhargabnanda Dass, M. Someshwar Rao, Sumit Sen

“…Study region: Lesser Himalayas, Paligad watershed, Tehri-Garhwal, Uttarakhand, India Study focus: This study evaluates the hydrogeochemical characteristics and water quality of a mountainous spring watershed in the data-scarce Indian Himalayan region, where communities face severe water scarcity. Despite these challenges, comprehensive understanding of hydrogeochemical process dynamics affecting these water sources remains limited. …”
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Breaking the spiral of silence: News and social media dynamics on sexual abuse scandal in the Japanese entertainment industry. by Tsukasa Tanihara, Mitsuki Irihara, Taichi Murayama, Mitsuo Yoshida, Fujio Toriumi, Kunihiro Miyazaki

“…Moreover, conflicting attitudes were observed within the fan communities, culminating in an observable "echo chamber" phenomenon. …”
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Spectrum and distribution optimization the resilience urban using numerical simulation (A case study of Ilam) by elias mavedat

“…It serves as a way to strengthen communities by using their capacities. From the issue of choice in the city of Ilam, Ilam is located in the Zagros zone. …”
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Beyond productivity: The socio-cultural role of fishing among the Baka of southeastern Cameroon by Sandrine Gallois, Romain Duda

“…To contribute to fill this gap, we analyze fishing activities among two Baka communities from southeastern Cameroon, particularly focusing on fishing productivity as well as the ethnoecological specificities and the socio-cultural role of fishing. …”
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Human Rights and the Environment in Africa Book Human Rights and the Environment in Africa by Ashukem, Jean-Claude N., Sama, Semie M.

“…The book is divided into thematic clusters, including the right of vulnerable communities to sustainability; climate change, the right to development and natural resource governance; corporate environmental responsibility and sustainability; the philosophy of environmental ethics and theories of human rights approaches to environmental governance; procedural environmental rights; the role of the judiciary in environmental protection; and desertification. …”
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Poverty and Family Relationships: A Case Study of Bukimbiri County Kisoro District. by Kamusiime, Daniel

“…Poverty was found to significantly influence family dynamics, impacting communication patterns, decision-making processes, and the overall well-being of people in their communities. The generational perspectives of individuals in the mid-age range (36-50 years) and the 26-35 years age group play pivotal roles in shaping family life in their respective households. …”
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Social vulnerability index associated with higher COVID-19 seroprevalence in Nigeria by Natalia Blanco, Olanrewaju Lawal, Jibreel Jumare, Christina Riley, James Onyemata, Thomas Kono, Anna Winters, Chenfeng Xiong, Alash’le Abimiku, Manhattan Charurat, Kristen A. Stafford, for The INFORM Africa Research Study Group

“…In conclusion, SVI can potentially be a useful tool to effectively prioritize communities for resource allocation as part of emergency response and preparedness in Africa.…”
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Effects of Chenpi (Citrus reticulata cv. Chachiensis) on serum antioxidant enzymes, inflammatory factors, and intestinal health in Beagle dogs by Wencan Wang, Ling Xu, Yan Zhang, Yong Cao, Yixue Yang, Guo Liu, Guo Liu, Xin Mao

“…Functional prediction study of microbial communities also showed that the CPP group enriched metabolic and genetic information processing pathways. …”
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INCOMPATIBILITY OR CONVERGENCE: HUMAN LIFE AS CAPITAL by N. M. Boichenko, Z. V. Shevchenko

“…Human life cannot be considered as a result of integrating economic expectations into the concept of "advertising" capital: first, expectations may well be inadequate; second, expectations by themselves are not directly related to capital; third, expectations do not necessarily lead to development; fourth, one should clearly distinguish between the spontaneous "expectations" and the values that express people’s strong motivation as members of social communities. The multiplicity of possible cultural conditions that affirm the unconditional value of life indicates that this unconditionality is always relevant rather than absolute. …”
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Forecasting Dissolved Organic Carbon Levels Utilizing Metaheuristic Optimization with Artificial Intelligence Techniques by Peng He, Chengjun Ma

“…In recent years, there has been a noticeable surge in population, accompanied by the rapid development of industries, services, and agriculture within communities. This growth has intensified pressure on water resources, resulting in a simultaneous decline in both the quantity and quality of these vital resources. …”
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Biology of Incidental Catch Sea Star Stellaster childreni Gray, 1840 (Echinodermata: Asteroidea), from Malaysian Borneo Exclusive Economic Zone by Ruhana Hassan, Suet Yee Lee, Wan Zabidii Wan Morni

“…As one of the key stone species, sea stars are responsible for maintaining much of the local diversity of species within certain communities. Malaysian Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) Resource Survey had been carried out from 16th Aug to 6th Nov 2015 and one of the invertebrate by-catch organisms is sea star Stellaster childreni Gray, 1840. …”
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SEASONAL VARIATION OF PHYTOPLANKTON FUNCTIONAL GROUPS IN TUYEN LAM RESERVOIR, CENTRAL HIGHLANDS, VIETNAM by Thi Hoang Yen Tran, Thi Trang Le, Doan Dang Phan, Thanh Thai Tran, Van Tu Nguyen, Ngoc Lam Nguyen, Thanh Luu Pham

“…The Shannon diversity index (H¢) showed that phytoplankton communities were relatively diverse and that most of the study sites were lightly polluted. …”
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Modern challenges facing electric vehicle adoption: a review of barriers to adoption, supply chain challenges, and equity by Hala Alshahapy, Joe F Bozeman III, Sanya Carley, Destenie Nock, Daniel Matisoff

“…Proposing a systemic equity framework, we advocate for the simultaneous and effective administration of resources, policies, and cultural considerations for systematically marginalized communities. This holistic approach aims to navigate the complexities of the EV supply chain, fostering a future marked by equitable transport electrification. …”
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