Academic Articles & Research Papers

Political Science: The Science of Politics

International Encyclopedia of Political Science

With entries from leading international scholars from around the world, the International Encyclopedia of Political Science provides a definitive, comprehensive picture of all aspects of political life, recognizing its theoretical foundatio...

Discursive democracy politics, policy and political science

Preface Part I. Introduction: 1. Democratizing rationality Part II. Political Institutions: 2. Discursive designs 3. Complexity 4. Discursive dynamics 5. International discursive designs (with Susan Hunter) Part III. Public Policy: 6. Polic...

PS : political science & politics

Handbook of political science

The Oxford Handbook of Political Science

Abstract This handbook is a schematic guide and a sampler on political science. It first provides an overview of the state of political science as a discipline before turning to a discussion of political theory and its relationship with the...

Artificial neural network modeling of mixed convection viscoelastic hybrid nanofluid across a circular cylinder with radiation effect: Case study

As a result of its use in the manufacturing and construction industries, research on the flow of nanofluid is rather well-known among academics and professionals in related fields. It is helpful for electrical equipment to utilize it for co...

POSITIONING STRATEGIES DEVELOPMENT

The positioning strategy has suffered serious changes in the last few decades, being influenced by the rapid development of competition and the growing focus on specific traits belonging to the market, to the consumer or to the product. The...

Assessing Forest Conservation Strategies for Biodiversity Restoration and Sustainable Development: A Comparative Analysis of Global Income Groups

The escalating rate of deforestation presents significant challenges to the global economy, including the loss of habitats for endangered species and a decline in biocapacity reserves. This situation also raises concerns about overcrowding ...

Artificial intelligence for pediatric height prediction using large-scale longitudinal body composition data

Objective We developed a precise, reliable artificial intelligence (AI) model for predicting the future height of children and adolescents based on anthropometric and body composition data. Materials and Methods We used an extensive longitu...

Exploring the Impact of Time Spent Reading Product Information on E-Commerce Websites: A Machine Learning Approach to Analyze Consumer Behavior

In this study, we aim to investigate the influence of the time spent reading product information on consumer behavior in e-commerce. Given the rapid growth of e-commerce and the increasing importance of understanding online consumer behavio...

DEMOGRAPHIC STUDY ON SMARTPHONE PREFERENCE AMONG STUDENTS IN NIGERIAN UNIVERSITIES

This study investigated smartphone preference among undergraduate and postgraduate students in Nigerian universities. Specifically, the study examined the extent to which students’ demographic attributes such as gender, age, usage exper...

Tirzepatide versus GLP-1 receptor agonists and stroke in patients with atrial fibrillation and type 2 diabetes

Abstract Patients with atrial fibrillation and type 2 diabetes remain at high risk of stroke despite anticoagulation and glucose-lowering treatment. We examined whether tirzepatide was associated with lower cerebrovascular risk than establi...

Does the Employability Paradox Exist or Not? An Inverted U-Shaped Model

This paper’s purpose is to test the employability paradox by adopting a combined linear and non-linear approach based on the conservation of resource (COR) theory and the prospect theory and further to discuss it in two groups of employees ...

LINKING PERFORMANCE WITH SUSTAINABILITY IN PUBLIC UNIVERSITIES. THEORETICAL FRAMEWORK AND BIBLIOMETRIC ANALYSIS

Linking university performance to sustainability is possible through the university’s third mission: environmental responsibility.  To better understand the concepts, practices and challenges of sustainability, the role of literature is cru...

Mapping Global Research Trends in FinTech Innovations and SME Dynamics: A Scientometric Analysis

This study sought to examine the evolution of financial technology (FinTech) and its huge influence on traditional financial systems, with particular attention to InsurTech, regulatory technology, robo-advisory services, and advertising tec...

The Effect of Influencer Image Types on Purchase Intention: The Mediating Role of Persuasion Knowledge and the Moderating Role of Parasocial Relationships

Understanding how visual content shapes consumers’ persuasion processes in social media environments has become an important research issue. Drawing primarily on the Persuasion Knowledge Model (PKM) and parasocial relationship (PSR) theory,...

In Silico and In Vitro Evaluation of the Antimicrobial and Antioxidant Potential of <i>Mentha</i> × <i>smithiana</i> R. GRAHAM Essential Oil from Western Romania

This study was conducted to identify the volatile compounds of Mentha × smithiana essential oil (MSEO) and evaluate its antioxidant and antibacterial potential. The essential oil (EO) content was assessed by gas chromatography–mass spectrom...

Investigating Spatial Effects through Machine Learning and Leveraging Explainable AI for Child Malnutrition in Pakistan

While socioeconomic gradients in regional health inequalities are firmly established, the synergistic interactions between socioeconomic deprivation and climate vulnerability within convenient proximity and neighbourhood locations with heal...

Funding liquidity on bank lending growth: The case of India

PURPOSE: By bridging the funding gap between funding surplus units and deficit units, financial institutions like banks play a crucial role in fostering economic development in a nation. Banks provide the crucial task of organizing individu...