Power Within. I\u27m New to Putting Me First

I’m kinda in this new space where my space is my space and I don’t care about nobody but me, only me (Samoht, 2019,0:56). In a field that exists at the exigency of civil policymakers, tranquil institutional borders, and the revolving demand for connected- ness, I’m new to putting me first. No one is below me, but I understand the need for integrated clarity—valuing the basic needs of my existence in the workplace. In this article, I outline how social media, Hip-Hop, and non-violence communication strategies enabled me to protect my space and reduce burnout as a scholar-practitioner

Fraud cycles

Fraud is an ancient crime and one that annually causes hundreds of billions of dollars in losses. We examine the behavioral patterns over time of different types of frauds, which illustrate cyclical frequencies. We develop an evolutionary theory that suggests cyclic behavior in frauds should be common.fraud, cycle, steady state

Poincare duality for K-theory of equivariant complex projective spaces

We make explicit Poincare duality for the equivariant K-theory of equivariant complex projective spaces. The case of the trivial group provides a new approach to the K-theory orientation

Non-universality of dark-matter halos: cusps, cores, and the central potential

Dark-matter halos grown in cosmological simulations appear to have central NFW-like density cusps with mean values of $d\log\rho/d\log r \approx -1$, and some dispersion, which is generally parametrized by the varying index $\alpha$ in the Einasto density profile fitting function. Non-universality in profile shapes is also seen in observed galaxy clusters and possibly dwarf galaxies. Here we show that non-universality, at any given mass scale, is an intrinsic property of DARKexp, a theoretically derived model for collisionless self-gravitating systems. We demonstrate that DARKexp - which has only one shape parameter, $\phi_0$ - fits the dispersion in profile shapes of massive simulated halos as well as observed clusters very well. DARKexp also allows for cored dark-matter profiles, such as those found for dwarf spheroidal galaxies. We provide approximate analytical relations between DARKexp $\phi_0$, Einasto $\alpha$, or the central logarithmic slope in the Dehnen-Tremaine analytical $\gamma$-models. The range in halo parameters reflects a substantial variation in the binding energies per unit mass of dark-matter halos.Comment: ApJ, in press, 10 pages, 7 figure

RUSSIAN DISINFORMATION CAMPAIGNS IN THE UNITED STATES AND POSSIBLE COUNTERMEASURES

This thesis investigates the complex realm of Russian disinformation, including its historical roots, its dissemination methods, and its possible countermeasures. Historical instances of disinformation, ranging from the Cold War era to contemporary times, suggest consistent themes, motives, and strategies employed by Russia in shaping narratives, manipulating public opinion, and undermining democratic processes. By examining social media, state-controlled media outlets, propaganda, and cyberoperations, we see an intricate web of techniques employed to disseminate false information, amplify divisive narratives, and exploit existing vulnerabilities in target societies. This thesis also examines possible countermeasures to combat Russian disinformation, and by drawing upon case studies and best practices, it analyzes the effectiveness of strategies such as fact checking, media-literacy programs, and international sharing of information. We also need to bolster cybersecurity, promote transparency in social media platforms, and develop comprehensive legislation to address the multifaceted nature of the disinformation challenge.Approved for public release. Distribution is unlimited.Lieutenant, United States Nav

Alcohol dependency and individual differences

This research dissertation is carried out on behalf of the Stauros Foundation, a Christian agency which endeavours to offer pastoral care and support to people with an alcohol dependency problem. The sample population consisted of 207 individuals who completed a questionnaire that covered five categories of interest, for example, background biographical, alcohol and family background, drinking habits, effects of drinking habits and perceived pastoral needs. [...