The Evolution of Mens Rea: Adapting to the Complexities of Future Conduct Offenses
Introduction The concept of mens rea, or the “guilty mind,” has long been regarded as a cornerstone of criminal liability, playing a central role in deciding moral blameworthiness. Yet, despite its centrality in the criminal law, the existing framework of the law of mens rea is still largely focused on current acts, without adequately covering […]
Challenges to parliamentary sovereignty: The impact of EU Law and the Human Rights Act 1998
Parliamentary sovereignty has long been a cornerstone of the UK’s constitutional framework, championed by legal scholars like A.V. Dicey. Dicey’s 19th-century doctrine emphasises that Parliament holds ultimate legal authority, free to legislate on any matter and that no other body, including courts, can override its statutes. This principle reflects the traditional view of parliamentary sovereignty, […]
The Relevance of Roman Private Law in Modern Legal Systems
Roman private law holds a pivotal place in the history of legal thought and practice, profoundly influencing modern legal systems across the world. Its concepts, systemisation, and methodology have laid the foundations for many areas of law, particularly within the civil law tradition, and continue to shape legal discourse today. By examining the foundational legal […]
The Dynamics of Dehybridization in Social Enterprises
Introduction The rise of innovative business practices has given rise to a convergence of societal and environmental challenges, leading to the emergence of novel business models that blend profit and purpose. These types of businesses and organizations are commonly known as social enterprises. The importance of dehybridization in the context of social enterprises lies in […]
Brexit Deal and Its Implications for Businesses and Startups
Introduction Brexit, the UK’s historic decision to exit the European Union, has redefined the landscape of global trade and business. After years of negotiations, the UK and the EU formalized their future relationship through a comprehensive agreement on December 24, 2020. This watershed moment has sent ripples through businesses and startups on both sides of […]
Understanding the Capital Asset Pricing Model
Introduction to CAPM The world of finance is filled with models and theories that aim to explain and predict the behaviour of financial markets. Among these models, the Capital Asset Pricing Model (CAPM) stands out for guiding investors to make financial decisions. This model seeks to determine the expected return on an investment, given its […]
Title: Hanja’s Intricate Influence on Korean Lexicon A Comprehensive Review
Introduction The Korean language is characterized by its distinct and dual-script vocabulary, which consists of two separate writing systems: the native alphabetic script known as Hangul, in which symbols represent sounds, and the logographic script Hajna, which was adopted from Chinese and uses symbols to convey meanings. This article critically examines a groundbreaking study that […]
Revolutionizing Social Anxiety Treatment An Overview of Internet-Based Cognitive Therapy
Introduction Social Anxiety Disorder (SAD) is a pervasive mental health condition that casts a shadow over people’s social lives, hindering their ability to participate in everyday interactions and reducing their overall well-being. Traditional Cognitive Therapy for Social Anxiety Disorder (CT-SAD) has been recognised as a gold standard intervention, however, its extended duration and reliance on […]
The Role Of Pharmacogenomics And Pharmacogenetics In Personalised Medicine
This article focuses into the significance of pharmacogenomics and pharmacogenetics within the field of personalized medicine. It emphasizes how these two fields are revolutionizing and enhancing personalized and genomic medicine. Introduction Imagine a scenario where your doctor can foresee how your body will react to a medication before you even take it. This is […]
The Connection between the Brain and the Heart
Introduction This article will discuss some myths about heart and brain aging. The first part of the article will cover the relationship between cardiovascular disease (CVD), high Body Mass Index (BMI), and obesity, the effect of aging on neurodegenerative diseases, the definition of brain age gap (BAG) and its importance in estimation, and the reason […]