Research Papers

social comparison theory, school s…

Social Comparison and Performance Satisfaction in Competitive School Sports: A Qualitative Study of Benchmark Formation Among Secondary School Students

Akshita Mogha

This qualitative study examines how secondary school students construct standards of acceptable performance during competitive school sports and how those standards influence post-event satisfaction. Drawing on Festinger's social comparison theory, achievement goal theory, goal-setting theory, and self-determination theory, the paper …

July 21, 2026

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Capital Asset Pricing Model (CAPM)…

CAPM vs Real-World Investing in India: Why Investors Rarely Use the Model Directly

Abir Choudhary

The Capital Asset Pricing Model (CAPM) is amongst the most commonly taught theories regarding risk and return relationship in finance education; however, despite being central to much of the university coursework associated with finance, it is seldom used directly by …

July 21, 2026

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Artificial Intelligence, Call of D…

Artificial Intelligence in Call of Duty: How NPCs Think, React, and Adapt

Aaryav Lal

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is the core technology behind many modern video games, helping them feel realistic, interactive and engaging. In the Call of Duty franchise, AI controls Non-Player Characters (NPCs) allowing enemy or ally forces to move, react and make …

July 21, 2026

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artificial light at night, fruit b…

How Does Artificial Light at Night Affect Fruit Bat Activity and Foraging Behaviour in Urban Areas?

Eera Dev

Artificial light at night (ALAN) is now one of the most visible features of urbanization, yet its effects on nocturnal animals remain unevenly understood. This paper examines how streetlight intensity may affect fruit bat activity and foraging behaviour in urban …

July 21, 2026

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Learning Disabilities, Inclusive E…

Inclusive in Principle, Exclusive in Practice: Challenges Faced by Students with Learning Disabilities in Indian Higher Education Institutes

Risbaa Singh

India’s educational policies—including the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act (RPWD), 2016, and the National Education Policy (NEP), 2020 promise inclusive education for students with learning disabilities (LDs), including dyslexia, ADHD, dyscalculia, dysgraphia, and processing disorders. Yet, ground realities are …

July 21, 2026

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Artificial intelligence, genetics,…

Artificial Intelligence and Genetics Education and Career Pathways Interdisciplinary Curriculum, Genomic Applications, Ethical Challenges, and Emerging Opportunities

Adrian Myers

The rapid growth of genomic sequencing and biological data has created a need for computational systems capable of identifying patterns that cannot be efficiently examined through traditional laboratory methods alone. Artificial intelligence and genetics have therefore emerged as closely connected …

July 20, 2026

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Financial fraud, scams, Ponzi sche…

Too Good to Be True: Financial Frauds and Investor Losses

Raghuram Venkat

Financial fraud is one of the biggest problems in the world of money and investment. Financial fraud happens when a person, company, or group uses lies, false promises, fake documents, or hidden information to take money from others. These scams …

May 10, 2026

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Artificial Intelligence, AI bias, …

Fair or Flawed? A Review Paper on Bias in Artificial Intelligence

Ethan Zao

Artificial Intelligence, or AI, is now used in many parts of daily life. It helps recommend videos, check passport photos, filter job applications, detect fraud, translate languages, and even support decisions in areas like healthcare, policing, education, and banking. AI …

May 10, 2026

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Coca-Cola, PepsiCo, Cola Wars, Glo…

Cola Kings: How Two Drinks Became Global Icons

Dev Thadani

Coca-Cola and PepsiCo are two of the most famous beverage brands in the world. Their rivalry is often called the “Cola Wars.” This case study explores how both companies use marketing and branding to attract customers in different countries. Although …

May 10, 2026

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Social media, teen fashion, fashio…

Scroll, Style, and Spend: How Social Media Shapes Teen Fashion Choices

Jacob Bennett

Social media has become a very important part of teenage life. Teenagers use apps like Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Snapchat, and Pinterest every day. These platforms are not only used for chatting with friends or watching videos. They also shape what …

May 10, 2026

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Color psychology, fashion retail, …

From Store Windows to Shopping Carts: How Color Makes Us Buy

Ava Thompson

Color is one of the first things we notice when we look at clothes. Before we touch the fabric, check the price, or try something on, we usually see the color first. This makes color very important in fashion retail. …

May 10, 2026

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Navier–Stokes equations, fluid dyn…

The Navier–Stokes Equations: The Math Behind Flowing Water, Air, Smoke, and Storms

Josh Sen

The Navier–Stokes equations are some of the most important equations in science and mathematics. They describe how fluids move. A fluid is anything that can flow, such as water, air, smoke, steam, oil, blood, or lava. These equations help scientists …

May 10, 2026

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