scholarly journals A systematic survey of online trade: trade in Saiga antelope horn on Russian-language websites

Oryx ◽  
2021 ◽  
pp. 1-8
Author(s):  
David L. Roberts ◽  
Katya Mun ◽  
E. J. Milner-Gulland
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Approach ◽  
Meta Analysis ◽  
Russian Language ◽  
Wildlife Trade ◽  
The Internet ◽  
Domestic Trade ◽  
Saiga Antelope ◽  
Saiga Tatarica ◽  
Evidence Review ◽  
Country Specific

Abstract Trade in wildlife is increasingly moving online, which creates significant challenges for monitoring. Numerous reports have highlighted the extent of the trade but they rarely present a methodology to facilitate replication or any form of meta-analysis. Here we present a systematic approach to surveying online trade in wildlife that builds on the well-established systematic evidence review approach. We apply this approach to investigate the online trade in saiga antelope Saiga tatarica horns on Russian-language websites. Of the 419 advertisements, the majority (217, 52%) were from Ukraine, followed by Russia (122, 29%), and were largely offers to sell (254, 61%), and represented one-off advertisements. Trade was identified on 89 websites, with the majority being on classified ads websites (68, 76%), auction.violity.com being the most popular site (156, 37%). Prices varied significantly depending on the country and how the horn was being offered (i.e. by weight or length). It is clear that saiga horn is being traded over the internet, with Ukraine and Russia comprising c. 80% of advertisements on Russian-language websites. Individuals with single advertisements dominate, suggesting website fidelity, although website usage is country-specific, potentially reflecting domestic trade. This suggests country-specific interventions could be particularly effective. A systematic approach for investigating online wildlife trade provides a clear and transparent methodology, and, given data collection is resource-intensive, allows studies to be replicated so that trends can be identified. However, this is only possible if published studies report the methodology used.

scholarly journals The relationship between Internet use and self-concept clarity: A systematic review and meta-analysis

2021 ◽  
Vol 15 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Cristina Elena Petre
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Internet Use ◽  
Meta Analysis ◽  
Self Concept ◽  
The Internet ◽  
Inclusion Criteria ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Self Evaluation ◽  
Cross Sectional Design ◽  
The Relationship

There are three hypotheses regarding the relationship between Self-Concept Clarity (SCC) and Internet use. It was argued that Internet use: 1) decreases SCC, 2) increases SCC, 3) does not relate with SCC. The present study, in the form of a systematic and meta-analytic synthesis, aimed to explore: a) the extent empirical evidence can support each hypothesis; b) how Internet use-SCC relationship was addressed across studies; c) the intensity of the Internet use –SCC relationship; d) potential moderators. Twenty-one studies (N = 8,910) met the inclusion criteria for the systematic review (i.e., being quantitative, written in English, concerned with Internet use -SCC relationship) and 11 studies (N = 3,298) met the additional criteria for meta-analysis (i.e., being correlational, using self-evaluation instruments, quantifying general Internet use and including the information needed to calculate the meta-analysis specific indicators). Results emphasized that all three hypotheses are plausible, as distinct dimensions of Internet use related differently with SCC. However, the conclusions were limited by the extensive use of cross-sectional design. For general Internet use and SCC relationship the overall effect was -0.350, p < .01. Some moderators were significant: cultural background, Internet operationalization, age homogeneity, participants rewarding. This paper outlines the complexity of SCC – Internet relationship and underlines some of the gaps that should be further addressed. Implications and limits of the study (e.g., publication bias, excluded outcomes in the meta-analysis or possible omission of moderators) are discussed.

scholarly journals Effectiveness of the Internet-based Versus Face-to-Face Interaction on Reduction of Tobacco use among Adults: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rajesh Kumar ◽  
Ravi Kant ◽  
Poonam Yadav ◽  
Tamar Rodney ◽  
Mukesh Bairwa
Keyword(s):  
Developing Countries ◽  
Tobacco Use ◽  
Meta Analysis ◽  
Intervention Group ◽  
The Internet ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Forest Plot ◽  
Cochrane Central Register ◽  
Face To Face

Abstract BackgroundThe burden of tobacco-associated disorders is prevalent worldwide. Over the years, many innovative internet-based approaches have been utilized with variable success to quit tobacco. Though the effectiveness of internet-based and face-to-face interventions on quitting smoking are very well reported in the literature, due to limitation in methodology and limited sample size, it is required to integrate and analyze these studies' findings to reach a single conclusion. The study evaluated the effectiveness of the internet as an intervention approach versus face-to-face interaction on reducing tobacco use as control among adults.MethodsA systematic search was performed through various electronic databases such as Medline, PsychInfo, PubMed, Embase, Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials (CENTRAL), ResearchGate, Google Scholar, and Academia. Reference lists of the eligible articles were also screened. Full-text articles were included as per eligibility criteria (PICO framework). No ethnicity restriction was applied.ResultsA total of 13 studies were selected for meta-analysis, with 3852 and 3908 participants in intervention and control groups respectively. Forest plot favours the intervention group at one month follow up for tobacco quitting (OR: 2.37, CI: 1.86-3.02, P-0.00001, I2 =0%), at three months (OR: 1.88, CI: 1.48-2.40, P-0.00001, I2 =42%) at six months (OR: 2.02, CI: 1.64-2.50, P-0.00001, I2 =38%) and at 1 year of follow-up (OR: 1.43, CI: 1.18-1.74, P-0.00001, I2 = 36%) comparing to control group. ConclusionInternet and web-based interventions are highly useful in tobacco quitting at one month, three months, six months, and one year of follow-up compared to face-to-face interaction or no intervention, although the level of evidence was moderate. Additionally, limited availability of trials in developing countries, arising need for research of internet use in developing countries to quit tobacco. Prospero Registration number- PROSPERO 2020 CRD42020214306

scholarly journals Influence of the world wide web to the modern Russian language

2020 ◽  
Vol 2 ◽  
pp. 80-85
Author(s):  
Natavan Kamilova ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Social Network ◽  
World Wide Web ◽  
World Wide ◽  
Russian Language ◽  
The Internet ◽  
The World ◽  
Network Language ◽  
Modern Russian

In this article we made an attempt to resolve a problem, which impends over our society. Getting involved in the Internet, using social network language, humanity, distorting their language, forget about great traditions of each nation, about originality, harmony, euphony of a language. In this case, we are talking about rich and expressive Russian language.

scholarly journals Intimate Partner Violence against Women Living in Inadequate Conditions in Sub-Saharan Africa: A Meta-Analysis of Demographic and Health Survey Data

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (19) ◽  
pp. 10138
Author(s):  
Yaqing Gao ◽  
Yinping Wang ◽  
Xiaoyi Mi ◽  
Mo Zhou ◽  
Siyu Zou ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Intimate Partner Violence ◽  
Partner Violence ◽  
Meta Analysis ◽  
Intimate Partner ◽  
Living Conditions ◽  
Sub Saharan Africa ◽  
Demographic And Health Surveys ◽  
Major Public Health Problem ◽  
Sub Saharan ◽  
Country Specific

Intimate partner violence (IPV) against women is a major public health problem and is widespread in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). However, little is known about its environmental determinants. This study aimed to investigate whether inadequate living conditions are associated with IPV victimization in women in SSA. We analyzed cross-sectional data for 102,714 women in 25 SSA countries obtained from the Demographic and Health Surveys Program. Logistic regression was used to estimate the country-specific effects of inadequate living conditions (housing with at least one of four characteristics of unimproved water, unimproved sanitation, insufficient space, and unfinished materials) on multiple forms of IPV. Random effects meta-analysis was used to combined the country-specific estimates. We found an association between inadequate living conditions and a higher likelihood of experiencing any (OR = 1.12, 95% CI 1.03 to 1.23, p = 0.012), sexual (OR = 1.18, 95% CI 1.05 to 1.34, p = 0.008), emotional (OR = 1.12, 95% CI 1.02 to 1.23, p = 0.023), and physical (OR = 1.15, 95% CI 1.03 to 1.28, p = 0.010) IPV. The associations were stronger for rural and less-educated women. These findings suggest that future research to establish a causal link between living conditions and IPV and to elucidate the underlying pathways is crucial to design IPV interventions in SSA.

Osteomorphological features of the hind limb bones of Saiga antelope ( Saiga tatarica )

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Libaihe Jing ◽  
Peng He ◽  
Dongfang Ding ◽  
Can Qu ◽  
Baoping Shao ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Hind Limb ◽  
Limb Bones ◽  
Saiga Antelope ◽  
Saiga Tatarica

Saiga Antelope — Saiga tatarica

2003 ◽  
pp. 171-186 ◽  
Author(s):  
Leonid Baskin ◽  
Kjell Danell
Keyword(s):  
Saiga Antelope ◽  
Saiga Tatarica

scholarly journals Factors Influencing Exhibitor Satisfaction and Loyalty: A Meta-Analysis on the Chinese Exhibition Market

2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (20) ◽  
pp. 8390 ◽  
Author(s):  
Linyan Liu ◽  
Zheng Xiang ◽  
Yuyao Liu ◽  
Florian J. Zach ◽  
Nancy McGehee
Keyword(s):  
Literature Review ◽  
Meta Analysis ◽  
Tourism Industry ◽  
The Internet ◽  
Management Service ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
Factors Influencing ◽  
Comprehensive Literature Review ◽  
Hospitality And Tourism Industry

With the exhibition sector becoming increasingly important for the hospitality and tourism industry, it is critical to understand what drives the success of an exhibition. Through a comprehensive literature review, we first identified two broad categories of factors, namely exhibition attributes and exhibitor perceptions, that influence exhibitor satisfaction and loyalty. Next, a meta-analysis was conducted based on 26 empirical papers studying the Chinese exhibition market to quantitatively evaluate these relationships. The results show that among the exhibition attributes, booth management, service personnel, and exhibition environment are the most important factors affecting exhibitor satisfaction, while exhibition brand is the most important factor affecting loyalty. Among exhibitor perceptions, service quality is more important for satisfaction, while perceived value is more meaningful to loyalty. This study offers insights into strategies for exhibition organizers to cultivate long-term relationships, and to better cope with the challenges of emerging forces such as the Internet.

Internet of Things: Architecture, Applications, and Security Concerns

2020 ◽  
Vol 17 (6) ◽  
pp. 2468-2474
Author(s):  
Rasmeet Kaur ◽  
B. L. Raina ◽  
Avinash Sharma
Keyword(s):  
Information Technology ◽  
Internet Of Things ◽  
Systematic Approach ◽  
The Internet ◽  
Research Papers ◽  
Review Articles ◽  
Online Databases ◽  
Exchange Information ◽  
Security Concerns ◽  
The Internet Of Things

Internet of Things (IoT) appears to be a signature phrase in the field of Information technology. The term immensely strikes our lives. It becomes more recognized in recent years. Today we are experiencing technology called IoT which is revolutionizing almost every branch of activity. Internet of things envisaged as a network of billions of objects amenable to communicate with one another. The Internet of Things strives to a malgamate all the devices under one roof. These devices can be monitored and controlled at any moment. They can communicate, exchange information and perform the desired operations. Taking note of this, the paper addresses the IoT concept using analysis of research papers, corporate persuasive reports, scholarly review articles, and online databases. Furthermore, the paper comes up with an overview of IoT including definition, Genesis, the chronology of IoT, Obligations for IoT, Aliases, architecture and different technologies regularly used in IoT in a systematic approach. The paper also discusses the application areas of its and security concerns.

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