OxJournal is an academic platform for intellectually engaged young people. We publish high-quality, university-level research papers produced by 12-18 year olds under the supervision of an expert academic or researcher in their chosen field of study. We hope the papers published here will inspire you to further explore your own academic interests and potential.
Trade Liberalization Policies by Supranational Organizations: Impacts on Developing Economies in Central Africa
This research paper advocates for the positive impacts of trade liberalization policies on Central African economies, emphasizing the significant roles played by the World Trade Organization, the International Monetary Fund, and the World Bank.
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A Comparative Study Between the Impact of Regulations Implemented by the World Trade Organization on the Incomes of Textile Manufacturers in India, Bangladesh, Vietnam, and Singapore
This research paper examines the economic and social implications of the textile industry in India, Bangladesh, Singapore, and Vietnam.
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The Need for Global Surrogacy Guidelines: A Focus on the Current Ethical and Legal Considerations Regarding Surrogates, Intended Parents and Children
This paper highlights the usually silenced voices and perspectives of surrogate mothers, the legal impact of cross-border surrogacy arrangements on intended parents, and the vulnerability surrounding the child(ren) born of surrogacy arrangements. Using desk-based socio-legal human rights research methodology, this paper examines not only the legal complications in cross-border surrogacy arrangements but also the human and social aspects of such arrangements, which better showcase the significance of this topic in a global setting.
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Justice in Judgment: Legal Factors in Death Penalty Sentencing for USA and India
Through a comparative legal methodology and desk-based socio-legal research, this study inspects how factors such as race, religion, caste, and socio-economic background influence the outcomes in death penalty sentencing in the United States and India.
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The Neuroscience of Optimism
This paper attempts to answer the two questions: “How do different types of optimism affect child development and adolescence?” and “How is the brain involved with optimistic thinking across the age spectrum?”.
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Environmental and Psychological Factors Influencing Stress: Implications for Mental Health and Coping Strategies
This paper explores how environmental and psychological factors influence stress and the effects of stress on mental health, brain development, self-esteem and coping strategies. It examines the impact of socioeconomic status, neighbourhood conditions and work environments on stress levels, particularly for those from lower socioeconomic backgrounds. We also discuss the role of social media in exacerbating stress through social comparison mechanisms.
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AI’s Role in Breast Cancer Prevention, Diagnosis, and Treatment
This research explores the transformative potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in breast cancer prevention, diagnosis, and treatment. AI’s ability to analyse vast datasets and medical images aids in early detection, personalised treatment planning, and risk prediction, offering the potential for improved patient outcomes.
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The Association Between Air Pollution and Mental Health: A Critical Review
This research paper examines the impact of air pollution on mental health, focusing on epidemiological evidence, biological mechanisms, and public health implications.
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Human-Centred Design Improvements for Autonomous Self-Driving Vehicles
This research paper intends to develop guidelines for human-centred design enhancements to AEVs, thereby making them more inclusive to everybody. These guidelines are based on a collection of research papers on human-centred design, human-factor engineering, and self-driving electric vehicles.
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An Assessment of the Benefits, Risks and Ethical Constraints of Geoengineering
The threat that climate change poses is becoming more and more evident, and thus scientists and experts are looking for ways we can effectively deal with this issue. This study is therefore focused upon technological advancements and how they could mitigate climate change.
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Emerging Economies: Indonesia and Japan in the Context of China–US Rivalry
This research paper analyses the increasing importance of the superpower rivalry between China and the United States at regional and international levels, especially in the context of two emerging economies: Indonesia and Japan.
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The United Nations Security Council in the 21st Century: Evaluating its Design and Structure
This paper critically considers the efficacy of the United Nations Security Council, a key player of international affairs with the task of maintaining international peace and security.
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