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Are Great Leaders Born or Made? Measuring Charisma Through Biometrics
Author: Mariana Vargas Diaz Introduction “Why do some leaders instantly capture attention when they walk into a room?” Whether in a classroom or on a global stage, some individuals seem to attract attention effortlessly. They can inspire, motivate, and influence through exceptional persuasiveness, confidence, and charisma. Sociologist Max Weber first introduced charismatic leadership in 1922, defining it as an innate trait that cannot be taught or measured (Weber). Neverthele

Mariana Vargas Diaz
Aug 145 min read


Biometrics in Law Enforcement: Understanding The Benefits and Challenges of Biometric Policing
Author: Alaina McClanen - Clemons Introduction The use of biometric tools and devices has become a widespread practice in law enforcement. Whether for identification or record-keeping, advancing biometric tools in law enforcement is necessary in a growing technological world. Although biometrics is an ever-expanding field, law enforcement has a surprisingly long history with biometric data. Starting in the late 19th and early 20th century, fingerprinting was adopted as a key

Alaina McClanen - Clemons
Apr 225 min read


Exploring Neurofeedback and Biofeedback Systems
Author: Margot Hartley What are neurofeedback and biofeedback? Neurofeedback and biofeedback are treatments based on brain and muscle activity that can be used to regulate symptoms of disorders. Biofeedback refers to the measurement of bodily responses so people may use this information to control reactions. Eventually, they may reach a state of relaxation to mitigate symptoms. Examples of these reactions include: heart rate, blood flow/pressure, muscle tension, pain percepti
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Apr 136 min read
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