A Novel E-DVA Module Synthesis Featuring of Synergy between Driving and Vibration Attenuation by Cheng Gu, Jianfei Zhu, Xinbo Chen

“…After parameter matching and optimization of the e-DVA module based on the H2/H∞ norm criterions, vertical dynamics analyses in both frequency and time domains are conducted theoretically to prove the performance improvements on the ride comfort and handling stability under the constraint of DVA deflection bound.…”
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Daesh’ Atrocities Against Women and Girls and The Necessary Response by Ewelina U. Ochab

“…Nonetheless, Daesh fighters are not being prosecuted for such crimes against women and girls and their (few) prosecutions are being conducted for terror-related offences only. The paper explores the use by Daesh of rape and sexual violence against minority women and girls. …”
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Percepções de justiça e competências políticas em Nova Iguaçu (RJ) by Jussara Freire

“…Starting from the description of a public act, which is part of an ethnographic study I conducted in Nova Iguaçu from 2001 to 2005, this article describes and interprets some politics grammars that undergird collective actions and mobilizations by the of the Federation of Dwellers Associations (MAB) of Nova Iguaçu, in the state of Rio de Janeiro. …”
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Effets de l’usage d’une application mobile sur l’exploration touristique du centre historique d’Albi by Jan Smolinski, Cédric Calvignac

“…To investigate the use of such a mobile device, we conducted a survey whose methodology consisted in generating digital traces (GPS coordinates, browsing history) and collecting users’ feedback (semi-directed interviews). …”
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Evaluation of the Efficacy of Different Pterygium Surgeries in Polish Caucasian Population by Marcin Palewski, Agnieszka Budnik, Łukasz Lisowski, Joanna Konopińska

“…A retrospective analysis of the medical records was conducted, including 65 patients who underwent surgery for primary or recurrent pterygium at an ophthalmology clinic in Bialystok, Poland, between 2016 and 2020. …”
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Une Transition périurbaine by Hervé Davodeau, Pierre Donadieu, André Fleury

“…The analysis is based essentially on the votes counting of the canton villages during the last thirty years and on several interviews conducted beyond several farmers. The Anet canton constitutes an illustration of the emergence of new « urban countrysides», of their territorial dynamics, and the challenges faced by the local actors.…”
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Optimization of staggered array configurations to enhance the aerodynamic performance of Darrieus wind turbines by Yosua Heru Irawan, Aditya Sukma Nugraha, Po Ting Lin

“…Additionally, a grid independence test is conducted to validate the solver's effectiveness. The optimization of the R array is achieved using the conjugate gradient method. …”
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Dynamic Characteristics of Coral Sand in the Condition of Particle Breakage by Hui Long, Ke Zhuang, Bo Deng, Jianlin Jiao, Junjie Zuo, Enlu You

“…To study the influence of coral sand particle breakage on its dynamic characteristics, taking the South China Sea coral sand as the research object, one-dimensional consolidation test was conducted to prepare different particle breakage degree samples, and then, the GCTS resonant column test was carried out on these samples. …”
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‘‘Retour’’ et ‘‘reconquête’’ de la péninsule historique : discours et usages distinctifs autour du patrimoine de Fener et Çarşamba by Brian Chauvel

“…With the help of observations conducted in two neighbourhoods – one (Fener) known for and visited because of its heritage rum, the other one (Çarşamba) cultivating an Islamic image – I explore the relations of distance and proximity and the symbolic borders that are both developing in these two districts.…”
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Dez anos de Seattle, o movimento antiglobalização e a ação coletiva transnacional by Breno Bringel, Enara Echart Muñoz

“…Ten years after the protests in Seattle in 1999, this article aims to conduct an evaluation of the anti-globalization movement. …”
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Analysis of survival-skills among adolescents in Yogyakarta by Enik Nurkholidah, Syamsu Yusuf, Ilfiandra Ilfiandra, Ahman Ahman

“…Unfortunately, empirical study on survival-skills are rarely conducted. The purpose of this study is to examine and obtain an empirical picture of adolescent survival-safety skills in Yogyakarta. …”
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Floridians’ Engagement in Landscape Best Practices to Protect Water Resources: Information from a 2018 Survey by Laura A. Sanagorski Warner, Esen Momol, Claire Lewis, Tom Wichman, Wendy Wilber, A.J. Reisinger

“…To guide programs in Florida’s managed landscapes, especially pertaining to water quality and conservation, faculty from the UF/IFAS Center for Landscape Conservation and Ecology conduct an annual statewide survey. The survey gathers data that includes common landscape elements, neighborhood characteristics, engagement in irrigation and fertilizer best practices, and learning preferences. …”
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Market Reaction to the Issuance of Capital Instruments by Brazilian Banks by André Ricardo Moncaio Zanon, José Alves Dantas

“…The results of the empirical tests - which were conducted by means of event studies that involved issuing 30 instruments during the period 12/2008 - 09/2017 - suggest that the issuances or announcements of these instruments had an adverse effect on the stock market value of the issuing banks. …”
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Epistasis-Based Basis Estimation Method for Simplifying the Problem Space of an Evolutionary Search in Binary Representation by Junghwan Lee, Yong-Hyuk Kim

“…The basis search method is based on a genetic algorithm and the fitness evaluation is based on the epistasis, which is an indicator of the complexity of a genetic algorithm. Two tests were conducted to validate the proposed method when applied to two different evolutionary search problems. …”
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Numerical Solutions to Optimal Portfolio Selection and Consumption Strategies under Stochastic Volatility by Lei Ge, Qiang Zhang

“…Lastly, experiments are conducted to show the performance of the proposed algorithm.…”
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Bio-based circular materials. Innovative packaging and construction products by Antonella Violano, Monica Cannaviello, Salvatore Del Prete

“…The paper presents an innovative material, the complex outcome of two different research projects conducted by the ZEBtwdZEEB Group of the ‘L. Vanvitelli’ University of Campania in collaboration with the innovative start-up Service Biotech Srl, winner of the BioInItaly Investment Forum 2021 & Intesa Sanpaolo Start-Up Initiative for the Circular Bioeconomy sector.…”
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Science Before Dinner: Science popularization in Francoist Spain through the Los Progresos Científicos Broadcast by Boleda Jordi Ferran

“…Through the case study of Manuel Vidal Españó (1905-1984), a Spanish engineer and science popularizer, this paper addresses some features of science popularization in Franco’s dictatorship (1939-1975), such as the apolitical and uncritical techno-optimism and the (dis)continuities with the previous political regime. Vidal Españó conducted science radio talks on Radio Barcelona from 1924 until the late 1960s, particularly in his show Los Progresos Científicos (the Scientific Advances), which broke the typical one-way radio communication, establishing a dynamic relationship with his audience. …”
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Les marais salants brésiliens entre protection environnementale et pression foncière : un paysage en mutation by Vanessa Moura de Lacerda Teixeira

“…Two methodologies are put forward to conduct a critical examination of environmental policies and their effects on the salt marsh landscape. …”
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Comprehensive cDNA cloning and putative feature analysis of endogenous cellulases possessed by the Pacific oyster, Crassostrea gigas. by Manabu Wen-Liu Tanimura, Kazuhiko Koike, Motoki Kayama, Kazumi Matsuoka

“…However, no studies have been conducted to comprehensively assess its endogenous cellulases. …”
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An extensive analysis of Brazil and the Netherlands determinants of football attendance by Matthijs Edel

“…Consequently, extensive research has been conducted to analyze the factors influencing football stadium attendance. …”
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