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Abstract To solidify their power over society, totalitarian regimes will usually eliminate any dissent, any perceived threats early on. These threats include not only political enemies but also educated and independent segments of society, such as professional associations.
Michael Hortsch
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Democracy and Economic Development: a Fuzzy Classification Approach [PDF]
The aim of this work is to (1) analyse whether countries differ on political indicators (democracy, rule of law, government effectiveness and corruption) and (2) study whether countries with different political profiles are associated with different ...
Ana Margarida Oliveira Brochado +1 more
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Three‐dimensional geometric morphometric analysis of diaphragmatic dome motion in COPD patients
Abstract Diaphragmatic dysfunction is a hallmark of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), especially in emphysema, where hyperinflation alters diaphragm geometry and impairs inspiratory mechanics. However, quantitative three‐dimensional (3D) assessments of diaphragmatic dome shape and motion across COPD phenotypes are limited.
José M. López‐Rey +5 more
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The Rule Of Law Initiative At The United States Institute Of Peace [PDF]
Thank you so much, Valerie, for the invitation to join you today. I have chosen what I think is an important part of the larger subject of Peace and Democracy: The Link and the Policy Implications; it is the rule of ...
Smith, Charles Duryea
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Identification Epitope on VP4 Protein of Senecavirus A Recognized by a Monoclonal Antibody
This study aims to identify conserved antigenic epitopes on the SVA VP4 protein using monoclonal antibodies, providing valuable tools for further exploring its functions and developing detection methods. SVA VP4 protein was expressed in Escherichia coli and purified with High‐Affinity Ni‐Charged Resin FF.
Liang Meng +7 more
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Human rights, democracy and rule of law
This report presents an exploration of different conceptualisations of human rights, democracy and the rule of law within international organisations. The report focuses on the United Nations, the African Union, the League of Arab States and the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation. The eventual aim of Work Package 3, of which this report forms part, is
Häusler, Katharina +10 more
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Abstract This paper reports on findings from 15 semi‐structured interviews with LGBTQIA+ individuals within the United States who have experienced the loss of one or more LGBTQIA+ information spaces. The paper specifically focuses on how such losses occurred and the information transitions experienced by the participants in response to this loss ...
Travis L. Wagner, Vanessa L. Kitzie
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Abstract Language is a major source of systemic inequities in science, particularly among scholars whose first language is not English. Studies have examined scientists' linguistic practices in specific contexts; few, however, have provided a global analysis of multilingualism in science. Using two major bibliometric databases (OpenAlex and Dimensions),
Carolina Pradier +2 more
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Prescribing variation across Europe: Insights into prescribing practices and educational needs
Aims Prescribing medication is a complex process, influenced by many factors that can be weighed differently. Four prescriber profiles have been identified: pragmatic‐contextual, guideline‐oriented, experience‐driven and vulnerability‐focused. However, the extent to which European prescribers identify with these profiles and the role of these profiles ...
Mariëlle G. Hartjes +3 more
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