Military preparation in the 21st century

Readiness, physical performance and resilience

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https://doi.org/10.70545/ran.v8iEspecial.13365

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Cognitive development, Physical training, Social resilience, Readiness

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Editorial of the Special Issue "Science, Technology and Innovation in National Defense: challenges in physical training, cognitive performance and social resilience".

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Published

2025-04-10

How to Cite

Marson, R. A., Roesler, R., & Barros Júnior, A. J. de. (2025). Military preparation in the 21st century: Readiness, physical performance and resilience. Revista Agulhas Negras, 8(Especial), v-x. https://doi.org/10.70545/ran.v8iEspecial.13365

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