Anonymization in web auctions using Zero-Knowledge Proof in Blockchain technology

Global digitalization has accelerated, leading to continuous online shopping and services growth. However, the centralized nature of traditional e-commerce platforms raises concerns about data control, privacy, and potential single points of failure. Blockchain technology offers a decentralized alternative that addresses these issues, improving online transactions with enhanced privacy and anonymity for users. This article explores the problem of anonymization in web services by developing an anonymous online auction system using blockchain and zero-knowledge proof (ZKP). We propose a solution that employs ZKP in two stages: first, to verify that a user is eligible to participate in the auction, thereby creating a list of potential bidders; second, to prove that a bid is placed by a user from this list without disclosing their identity. This approach allows participants to engage in auctions anonymously, protecting their interests from competitors and sellers. The system eliminates the need for a trusted third party by leveraging the blockchain immutable ledger for transparency, giving users full control over their data and participation. We present the architecture and implementation details of the system, demonstrating its feasibility and potential to enhance privacy and security in online auctions. © 2025 Elsevier B.V., All rights reserved

FSU VIP List 2025- Honorary Degree

This list catalogues the recipients of an Honorary Degree from Fayetteville State University. The degrees awarded are: Doctor of Humane Letters and Doctor of Laws. The list begins in 1992.https://digitalcommons.uncfsu.edu/fsu_vip/1003/thumbnail.jp

FSU VIP List 2025- Convocation Speakers

This list catalogues the keynote and guest speakers at the Convocation Ceremonies for Fayetteville State University going back to 1951.https://digitalcommons.uncfsu.edu/fsu_vip/1002/thumbnail.jp

Like Playing Plinko: A Conceptual Framework for Student Financial Aid Communication

The process of applying for and receiving student financial aid is an incredibly complex process involving multiple stakeholders (students, institutions, parents, counselors), levels of information (federal, state, institutional, personal), and modes of communication (print, email, text message, social media, phone calls). Moreover, first-generation students, low-income students, and students of color are most likely to struggle with the financial aid application and awarding process, further marginalizing these students. To date, research has examined how complicated the financial aid process is, how to identify financial aid communication issues, and how to remediate financial aid communication to render it simpler and more intuitive for students and their support networks. Building upon those decades of research, we aim to provide a conceptual framework to demonstrate the complexity of financial aid communication during a student\u27s collegiate career. This conceptual framework will organize financial aid communication in a way that demonstrates the ebb and flow of the student\u27s overall financial aid journey. The aim of creating and examining this conceptual framework is to help financial aid practitioners understand the complexity of the communication to address information gaps and provide students with information and resources in a timely manner that demystifies the financial aid application and awarding process

Revealing the Intellectual Foundations of Healthcare Supply Chain Risk: A Bibliometric Mapping and Research Agenda

Purpose Supply chain risks and disruptions pose a significant threat to the healthcare industry. This paper aims to synthesize the research streams in the intersection of healthcare supply chain management and risk management to identify the research gaps and future research directions. Design/methodology/approach We collected 205 papers published between 2006 and 2023 for the bibliometric analysis for the keyword co-occurrence and co-citation analysis, generating backward- and forward-looking perspectives on the scholarship in healthcare supply chain risk management (HSCRM). Findings This study finds a growing scholarly interest in HSCRM. Using bibliometric tools and mapping, this study presents the overall research trends in HSCRM literature and identifies seven research, namely, clusters, cost analysis, allocation, performance management, patient safety, quality, risk assessment and logistics and four research themes, namely, resilience, risk management strategy, healthcare supply chain disruption and data analytics, through the keyword co-occurrence and co-citation analyses. A future research agenda is provided based on these clusters for further investigation in this field. Originality/value This study conducted bibliometric analysis to identify clusters and associated themes for insights for further research. This approach helps advance the scholarship and proactively apply the implications in practice beyond the reactive strategy to risk management in healthcare supply chain management

Analysis of linear feedback shift registers and chaos-based techniques for image encryption

Image encryption is not new. Several different encryption algorithms have been used. Some of the algorithms are based on random sequences generated using chao systems and DNA sequencing and others are based on compression. Still, others are based on Linear Feedback Shift Registers. This paper focuses on research solutions for securing digital images including medical images. Medical images are important and are generally regarded as sensitive in nature. In this research paper, higher order linear feedback shift registers are developed using combination of lower order LFSRs by suitable clocking and the ciphers generated are utilized to encrypt digital images. Our analysis involves using suitable metrics to compare the chaos-based and LFSR-based stream ciphers for image encryption. © 2025 Elsevier B.V., All rights reserved

Lunasin, soluble protein concentration and profile in Glycine soja compared to Glycine max, bioaccessibility and peptides bioactivity

Lunasin has a wide range of potential health benefits, mostly reported in Glycine max (G. max). Our objective was to compare lunasin and soluble protein concentrations in Glycine soja (G. soja) and G. max, the bioaccessibility of lunasin after digestion, and the bioactivity, in silico, of the peptides produced. Soluble protein concentration extracted from 88 different G. soja accessions had an average of 348.4 ± 77.7 mg/g, while in G. max of 336.2 ± 153.9 mg/g. Some accessions had significant differences in β-conglycinin. Most G. soja accessions had lunasin concentrations between 20 and 25 mg/g defatted flour (DF), while most G. max accessions had lunasin concentrations between 20 and 30 mg/g DF Sequenced peptides EY, EF, ALGLN, GAR, LTEFL, TLEFL, EQAQER, CCDY, DLKAG, EYK and ELLE inhibit angiotensin-converting enzyme, renin, dipeptidyl peptidase-IV and had hypolipidemic and radical scavenger capacities reported in silico. G. soja digests had higher antioxidant (91 % vs. 77 %) and antidiabetic (68 % vs. 25 %) potential compared to G. max digests. © 2025 Elsevier B.V., All rights reserved

FSU VIP List 2025- Commencement Speakers

This list catalogues the keynote speakers of Commencement Ceremonies for Fayetteville State University dating back to 1886.https://digitalcommons.uncfsu.edu/fsu_vip/1001/thumbnail.jp

ULTIMATE BOUND FOR AN ACTIVE LORENZ SYSTEM

Considering the Lorenz-like model [1] derived from Active Model H for scalar active matter introduced by Tiribocchi et al. [2], we investigate the ultimate bound and global attractive sets for the system, and obtain the ultimate bound characterized by an ellipsoid and a global exponential attractive set for the system. © 2025 Elsevier B.V., All rights reserved