bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Cisza i milczenie jako podstawa modlitwy w życiu i nauczaniu św. Pawła od Krzyża?
Authors: Andrzejewski Łukasz
Published: February 2025

The article explores the importance of quiet and silence in Christian spirituality. The author emphasizes the importance of a space of silence for deep reflection and prayer, referring to the example of St. Paul of the Cross (1694–1775). He dedicated his life to contemplation and asceticism and founded the Passionist Congregation to spread devotion to the Passion of Christ. His teaching emphasizes that true prayer requires a state of inner peace, free from the distractions of the world. The paper discusses the concept of the ritiro, a monastic hermitage, which St. Paul saw as an ideal place for solitude and prayer. He believed that tranquility and silence were available not only to religious but also to the laity, and he gave practical instructions on how to incorporate these practices into daily life. He encouraged the creation of an inner oratory – a sacred space in the heart where God can be encountered. The life of St. Paul of the Cross is a testament to the power of silence and stillness as the foundation for spiritual transformation. His mystical experiences and spiritual guidance show the path of renunciation of self and union with God.
Kształtowanie się hierarchii duchowieństwa do IV w.
Authors: Makowski Dawid
Published: February 2025

The present article deals with the issue of the formation of the hierarchy of the clergy up to the 4th century. In this century there is already contact with a formed group of clergy, comprising seven degrees of ordination. In the first part of the study, attention was focused on the aspect of the rise and gradation of higher orders, i.e. episcopate, presbyterate and diaconate. The second part presents the formation and organization of the lower classes of the clergy: the ostiariat, the lectorate, the exorcistate, the acolytate and the subdiaconate. Thanks to this, it is possible to observe the parallel formation of both clergy groups, merged into one whole around the 4th century.
Wizerunek Barbary Kurdej-Szatan na portalach plotkarskich Pudelek oraz Pomponik. Refleksje na marginesie komentarza aktorki do nagrania przedstawiającego migrantów na granicy polsko-białoruskiej podczas trwającego kryzysu migracyjnego
Authors: Skalska Agata
Published: February 2025

The author of the publication presents and describes the beginnings and results of the image crisis in the media life of actress Barbara Kurdej-Szatan, who to this day faces the consequences of her comment she posted in connection with the recording of the so-called “turning back” migrants from the Polish-Belarusian border. This is a situation related to one of the largest contemporary migration crises in post-war Europe. The author used the press content analysis method.
Mariusz Rosik, Miejsca biblijne na każdy dzień roku. Od Edenu do Niebiańskiej Jerozolimy, Wydawnictwo Vocatio, Warszawa 2022
Authors: Ćwikła Jarosław
Published: February 2025

W 2022 r., w Warszawie, nakładem Wydawnictwa Vocatio, ukazała się książka ks. prof. Mariusza Rosika: Miejsca biblijne na każdy dzień roku. Od Edenu do Niebiańskiej Jerozolimy. Składa się ona z 366 części (= „czytań”; s. 1–366), poprzedzonych: Spisem treści (s. VI–XII), Graficznym spisem treści (s. XIII–XX) oraz krótkim Wstępem (s. XXI–XXVI). Oczywiście, by nie rozsadzić ram niniejszej recenzji, ich wszystkie tytuły nie zostaną wymienione, a co za tym idzie, rozdziały te nie zostaną zrecenzowane jeden po drugim. Jak zatem będzie wyglądała niniejsza recenzja? Otóż ograniczy się jedynie do zagadnień ogólnych: literackich i teologicznych.
Mediatyzacja kultu religijnego na przykładzie mszy w Roblox
Authors: Lendzion Piotr
Published: February 2025

The article provides an analysis of the phenomenon of transferring religious practices to the digital world, with a particular focus on the game Roblox. In the context of technological progress and the Covid-19 pandemic, which accelerated the migration to the virtual world, the author analyzes how the religiosity of network users and players adapts to new digital realities.The article emphasizes the controversy of the topic, drawing attention to the difficulties associated with transferring metaphysical experiences to the digital environment. Despite this, the author notes that manifestations of religious behavior have been present on the Internet almost since its inception.A specific example that is the subject of analysis is the media phenomenon of masses celebrated in the game Roblox. The author presents the genesis of this phenomenon and the reaction of the media and the church environment to its growing popularity in Poland.
Życie to nie teatr… wszystko to jest jedna gra. Jak algorytmy odbierają nam wolność wyboru
Authors: Łuczuk Piotr
Published: February 2025

In recent years, more and more attention has been paid in scientific literature to the aspect of computer games and their impact on social communication and interpersonal bonds. The hypothesis about the alleged harmfulness of digital games and their destructive impact on individuals has been coming back like a boomerang. However, just as many researchers argue that video games – like the Internet – are just a tool and are neither bad nor good in themselves. However, they can be used for bad or good purposes. It is common knowledge that ISIS terrorists use instant messengers in games on the Play Station 4 console. On the other hand, there are also increasingly frequent reports of video games being used, for example, in the fight against dementia or as part of Alzheimer’s therapy.What if we broadened the perspective and assumed that the rules known from computer games are increasingly beginning to influence our real lives? Starting with consumer choices, through ideological and political issues, ending with changes in social processes. Similar assumptions are quite present in pop culture. Suffice it to mention the classic trilogy of films “The Matrix” or even the series “Westworld”.This is a good time to ask whether the use of BigData mechanisms and the data collected throughout this process can actually influence our daily choices.The answer is quite obvious and leaves no doubt: yes – it is possible.Krzysztof Rybiński, author of the book “Algocracy. How and why artificial intelligence changes everything?” in an interview with “Rzeczpospolita”, diagnosed the process of democracy disappearing in favor of algocracy. This term is associated with a form of political and social system where the community is governed by algorithms that decide on every aspect of life, e.g. whether a person gets a loan, an apartment, a job, or gets out of prison.This approach is basically nothing new and is closely related to the concepts proclaimed within the framework of the so-called “hard media determinism” promoted by Marshall McLuhan or Neil Postman. They were the ones who suggested that technologies influence society in an unconditional way. Today, we are simply observing the effects of this with our own eyes.
Gry wideo jako „loci theologici”
Authors: Popiołek Piotr
Published: February 2025

The article aims to show new perspectives on theology that video games offer. As a relatively new medium, only a few decades old, video games have only recently become the subject of comprehensive scientific study. Although rapid development of games could be observed already in the 1990s, it was only in the 21st century that the religious dimension of the video game phenomenon received more scholarly attention. Although groundbreaking works on this topic have been written in the English-language discourse in recent years, there is still a lack of research on this subject in Poland. In this work, I decided to examine a selected collection of English-language studies and focus on the theological potential of video games, their impact on players and, above all, the status of games as potential loci theologici.
APPLICATION OF JOB SAFETY ANALYSIS IN COPPER MINING OPERATIONS: A REVIEW
Authors: Ntengwe F.W. , Manda E. , Chisakulo E. , Mwanabute N. , Lungu M.
Published: February 2025

Job Safety (JS) is an important element in people’s lives in the copper-mining world despite risk challenges. The main challenges are the hazards and risks.  The purpose of the study was to establish whether the application of Job Safety analysis (JSA) could be a meaningful approach to evaluating the dangers that impinge on job safety. The purpose job explanation, the physical inspection, qualitative and quantitative risk assessment methods were used.  The results showed that a probability above 80% (81<X<100%) meant that the JS in that job step needed an urgent review.  The probability below 20% (20>X>0%) meant that the impact was trivial.  The probabilities between 21 to 40% showed that the impact was low and a decision can be judged by experience while that from 41 to 60 meant a medium impact and the decision could also be based on experience while that from 61 to 80% meant that the impact was severe and attention was needed to the process.  The areas that required urgent review, based on quantitative risk were in blasting, electricity, dust particles and ventilation with risk ratings of 88.2, 64.8, 16 and 12.8 % respectively. Based on qualitative risks, areas that required review include blasting (12.6 %), electricity (10.8 %) and dust particles (4.2 %). Therefore, the study emphasized that integrating JS and JSA with proactive hazard identification and mitigation could reduce workplace incidents. Involving the workforce and maintaining continuous feedback ensures JSA evolves with changing risks, enhancing safety culture and reducing accidents.
Mecanismos de solución de conflictos socioambientales de la población yokot’anob en el municipio de Nacajuca, Tabasco
Authors: Morales Gómez Silvia María , Steele Garza José Guadalupe , Sánchez Pérez Felipe de Jesús , Morales Contreras Julissa del Carmen , Sánchez May Luis Ángel
Published: February 2025

La consulta a fuentes originales que muestran las problemáticas y las estrategias que han llevado a cabo los pueblos originarios para la contención de conflictos generados por empresas dedicadas a la exploración y extracción de los hidrocarburos, permite recopilar la información desde diversas disciplinas. Ello da cuenta que la intervención del Estado ha sido sesgada, y dichas comunidades han quedado rezagadas al proyecto de Nación desde hace muchos sexenios. Lo anterior se traduce en riesgo de mantenerse como localidades étnicas viables de incluirse en las políticas públicas. Desde la investigación acción se utilizaron herramientas como la entrevista que se realizó en conjunto con líderes naturales, delegados municipales y personas originarias de Guaytalpa, Guatacalca, Tapotzingo, Tucta, Olcoatitán, Pastal, Oxiacaque, Tecoluta en Nacajuca, Tabasco con miras a analizar los mecanismos de resolución de conflictos socioambientales y valorar su eficacia a partir de los usos y costumbres. Se identificaron conflictos derivados del proceso de designación en las delegaciones municipales, donde las mujeres se vieron mayormente representadas. No obstante, los miembros de la comunidad mostraban cierta desconfianza por su participación como delegadas y, a su vez, ellas expresaban sentirse un poco inseguras por no estar familiarizadas en la participación de espacios de poder en sus comunidades, donde aseguran subyace una cultura patriarcal y machista.
Uso de macroinvertebrados acuáticos para evaluar el grado de contaminación de una laguna tabasqueña
Authors: Mendoza Martines Lidia Itzel , Rodríguez Rodríguez Ernesto , Ramos Reyes Rodimiro
Published: February 2025

Las lagunas urbanas son depósitos naturales donde se concentran procesos ecológicos importantes. Debido a su cercanía a zonas urbanas, estas son susceptibles a la contaminación por la presencia de descargas de agua residual y pluvial. Han sido evaluadas mediante análisis tradicionales, que son costosos y de caracterización momentánea. El objetivo fue evaluar las condiciones de contaminación de una ensenada de la laguna de Las Ilusiones con base a tres índices: Biological Monitoring Working Party (BMWP), Índice Biótico de Familias (IBF) e Índice de Shannon, constituidos por las comunidades de macroinvertebrados acuáticos existentes en el cuerpo lagunar. Para ello, se realizaron colectas en cuatro puntos de la laguna, siendo los primeros dos los que se encuentran cerca de descargas de agua residual y pluvial. Después, se cuantificaron e identificaron los organismos y, finalmente, se determinaron los índices biológicos para la obtención de la calidad del agua del ecosistema. En total, los organismos colectados fueron 11,261. Se identificaron 29 familias y 12 órdenes, siendo las más representativas Arrheunidae (Acari), Naididae (Oligochaeta), Chironomidae (Diptera) y Physidae (Bassomatophora). La calidad del agua para el BMWP fue aguas ligeramente contaminadas, mientras que IBF y Shannon coinciden con aguas muy contaminadas. Estos resultados sugieren la construcción de una PTARD para el mejoramiento de la calidad del agua, así como la aplicación de los índices IBF y Shannon, y en menor medida el BMWP para ecosistemas dulceacuícolas tabasqueños.
Las problemáticas asociadas a la actividad turística: Arroyo Chispa y el Parque Natural Villa Luz, Tacotalpa, Tabasco
Authors: Carrillo Contreras Jaime , Zentella Gómez Octavio , Jiménez Arano Carlos Martín
Published: February 2025

Actualmente, muchas comunidades rurales en México están implicadas en la actividad turística. Sin embargo, en la gestión del desarrollo se han visto desfavorecidas en el aspecto social, económico y ambiental, de tal forma que tienen diversas problemáticas. Por ello, en la comunidad Arroyo Chispa, en Tacotalpa, Tabasco se trabajó con la finalidad de identificar y analizar los problemas asociados con el turismo, debido a que esta localidad se encuentra adyacente a uno de los atractivos naturales con mayor número de visitantes en el Estado: el Parque Natural Villa Luz. Esta investigación se realizó mediante la aplicación de un taller con enfoque cualitativo y participativo, de carácter descriptivo-analítico, utilizando el árbol de problemas. Posteriormente, se priorizaron y se analizaron, planteando posibles soluciones. Participaron 24 personas, identificando problemas como el alza en el cobro de acceso al parque, falta de mantenimiento de las instalaciones, falta de chalecos en las lanchas, generación de desechos sólidos, perros que no tienen dueño, malas condiciones de las escaleras, depósitos de venta de bebidas alcohólicas y poco personal del parque. Posteriormente, las personas eligieron las de mayor importancia, considerando que son las que afectan a directamente a la comunidad, como son la generación de la basura, los perros que no tienen dueño y los depósitos de ventas de bebidas alcohólicas. Como se puede observar en este documento, la mayor parte de las problemáticas planteadas para la comunidad son de orden social.
A Concise Review Based on Analytical Methods for Estimation of Dapagliflozin and Linagliptin in Pharmaceutical Dosage Form
Authors: Popaniya Hiral S. , Dangar Dinesh K. , Tank Chintankumar J.
Published: February 2025

Dapagliflozin and linagliptin are two oral antidiabetic drugs that are commonly used in combination to treat type 2 diabetes. Dapagliflozin is a sodium-glucose cotransporter 2(SGLT2) inhibitor that works by increasing the excretion of glucose in the urine. Linagliptin is a dipeptidyl peptidase-4 (DPP-4) inhibitor that works by increasing the levels of incretin hormones, which stimulate the pancreas to produce more insulin and reduce the production of glucagon. There are a variety of analytical methods that can be used to estimate the concentration of dapagliflozin and linagliptin in dosage forms. These methods include high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC), liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS), and high-performance thin-layer chromatography (HPTLC). This review provides an overview of the different analytical methods that have been developed for the estimation of dapagliflozin and linagliptin in pharmaceutical dosage forms. The focus of the review is on the development and validation of these methods, as well as their application to the analysis of pharmaceutical formulations.
Effective Projection of Quality of Working Life (QWL) using Emotional Intelligence (EI) of Management Teachers in India through Structural Equation Modelling (SEM)
Authors: Dr. L. Gandhi
Published: February 2025

This study seeks to project the Quality of working life using Emotional Intelligence, as well as to support the proposed model.  The descriptive research design was used as the researcher intends to know how and why EI influences QWL. The faculty members who are associated with management colleges in Coimbatore, Tamilnadu were the Population for the study. 480 faculty members were selected as samples using a convenient sampling method. To collect primary information, the Simon Easton and Darren Van Laar QWL, as well as the Mayer, Caruso, and Salovey EI scale, were used. In this work, ANOVA, regression, correlation, and Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) were employed to investigate dependability and test the conceptual model. In this article, the researcher discovered that Emotional Intelligence was an important predictor of management teachers' Quality of Work Life. It is reasonable to conclude that the greater the EI, the better the QWL. Specifically, as an individual's EI grows, they become more aware of the complexities of managing QWL. Hence, it is suggested to the faculty members with less experience to get mentored by the senior members to learn the art of managing stress and in turn, enhance their job and career satisfaction. There was a strong association between job experience and EI attributes such as emotional perception, understanding, and managing emotions. It is suggested to the management faculty who are in the initial days of their careers to consult the experienced faculty, especially for emotional dilemmas. Even though discussing the emotional issues with the senior members helps allow their emotions to travel to the neocortex from the limbic brain for making rational decisions.
Exploring the Legal Personality of Artificial Intelligence: Challenges, Opportunities, and Future Directions
Authors: Aditi Bharti, Gagandeep Kaur
Published: February 2025

What exactly is artificial intelligence, and can it be viewed as an autonomous entity? To explore this, we need to define autonomy and consider the implications for regulation. When we think about regulating an autonomous entity, can AI be classified as a legal person? Is there a need to create a new category of legal personality specifically for AI? This article tackles these key questions by exploring established philosophies concerning legal personhood and evaluating their relevance to the possible conferral of legal rights on AI. The authors also delve into the relatively new concept of electronic personality and its applicability in relation to artificial intelligence. Furthermore, they examine the nature and extent of rights and responsibilities that could be assigned to AI. The methodology employed in this study is primarily based on existing literature and follows a doctrinal approach.
The Advantages of Using “Frankenstein” from a CLIL Perspective in a Secondary Level
Authors: Acuña Sara Agustina
Published: February 2025

In this article, we speculate that sometimes students may not be interested in reading books. Therefore, teachers must provide meaningful experiences for students, while they develop a creative space to enjoy classic pieces of art with enormous potential for our daily lives. For this reason, three different activities are presented below. Firstly, communicative skills are fostered through a task based on Frankenstein. Secondly, values and critical thinking are promoted through a debate. Finally, students’ creative skills are developed by designing a new character for the novel. All these activities are not only meant to foster collaborative work but also to let students be immersed in classic literature.
Resistencia antibiótica en bacterias cultivables aisladas del cangrejo Ucides occidentalis en el mayor manglar del Perú
Authors: Campaña–Maza Paúl , Vergara-Alfaro Nicole , Vieyra–Peña Enedia , Sánchez–Suárez Héctor , Zapata-Cruz Marco , Zamora-Gutiérrez Carlos , Hidalgo–Mogollón Auberto , Masías Pedro , Peralta–Otero Robert , Ordinola–Zapata Alberto
Published: February 2025

La resistencia antibiótica es un problema mundial que afecta a diversos ecosistemas, incluidos los manglares. El cangrejo de manglar Ucides occidentalis es el crustáceo más explotado para consumo humano en manglares de Perú y Ecuador. Por ello, se debe monitorear la presencia de bacterias resistentes a antibióticos, para proteger la salud de los consumidores. La investigación tuvo como objetivo determinar la resistencia antibiótica en cepas bacterianas cultivables aisladas de U. occidentalis en el manglar de Tumbes, el mayor del Perú. Se recolectaron 30 cangrejos, que fueron sacrificados y se extrajo muestras de su hepatopáncreas, intestino y hemolinfa, se sembraron en agar tiosulfato citrato bilis sacarosa y agar tripticasa soya. Las colonias se subcultivaron hasta cepas puras, que se identificaron molecularmente y se evaluó su resistencia contra 12 antibióticos. Como resultado se aislaron 35 cepas bacterianas de los géneros: Vibrio (17), Bacillus (9), Staphylococcus (4), Enterobacter (2), además de Exiguobacterium, Halomonas y Priestia (una cada uno). El 59,4 % de las cepas fueron resistentes hasta 4 antibióticos. Los géneros de mayor a menor resistencia a antibióticos fueron Enterobacter (100 % de sus cepas), Vibrio (70,6 %), Staphylococcus (50 %) y Bacillus (33,3 %). Las cepas fueron más resistentes a estreptomicina (40,7 %) y azitromicina (29,6 %), antibióticos empleados en clínica humana. Cuatro cepas de Vibrio spp., una de Staphylococcus epidermidis y una de Enterobacter cloacae resultaron multirresistentes. La mayoría son potencialmente patógenas y resistentes a antibióticos, por lo que constituyen un riesgo para los cangrejos y sus consumidores; por ello, se recomienda cocerlos bien para eliminar las bacterias que albergan.
Eklemeli imalatta kullanılan yeni malzemeler: Uzay araştırmaları
Authors: Arslan Mehmet Musab , Çalik Büşra , Uzun Gültekin
Published: February 2025

Diğer sektörlerde ve iş alanlarında olduğu gibi uzay alanında da eklemeli imalatın giderek yaygınlaşması, kullanılan malzemelerin çeşitliliğini ve önemini artırmaktadır. Uzay ortamının zorlu koşulları, bu alandaki malzeme seçiminde yenilikçi ve özel çözümler gerektirmektedir. Bu çalışma, uzay ortamının özel gereksinimlerine uygun olarak geliştirilen eklemeli imalatla kullanılan malzemelerin hangi amaçlarla kullanıldığını, bu malzemelerin örneklerini ve ileriki aşamalardaki faydalarını incelemektedir. Çalışmada, eklemeli imalatın uzay keşfi ve kolonizasyon hedefleri açısından taşıdığı önem de vurgulanmıştır. Uzayda karşılaşılacak çeşitli zorluklar, malzeme bilimi ve mühendislik alanında yeni stratejiler geliştirilmesini zorunlu kılmaktadır. Eklemeli imalat, bu ihtiyaçlara yanıt verecek şekilde yerel kaynakların etkin bir biçimde kullanılmasına olanak tanıyarak, sürdürülebilir çözümler sunmaktadır. Sonuç olarak, eklemeli imalat uzay sektöründeki yeni malzemelerle kullanımı, uzay keşfi ve kolonizasyon hedeflerine ulaşmak için kritik bir rol oynamaktadır. Bu alandaki ilerlemelerin, insanlığın uzaydaki varlığını kalıcı hale getirme çabalarına büyük katkı sağlaması beklenmektedir.
Aerodynamic performance analysis of NACA 0015 airfoil at low Reynolds numbers
Authors: Buğday Mustafa
Published: February 2025

This study aims to enhance the aerodynamic performance of a NACA 0015 series symmetric airfoil. The research was conducted using the Ansys Fluid Flow (CFD) module. The analysis area comprised 300,000 mesh elements. Several comparative analyses were conducted at low Reynold number (Re) and angles of attack ranging from α=-100 to 100. An increase in the angle of attack typically led to an elevation in the aerodynamic force coefficients (Cl, Cd, and Cl/Cd). In our study, the optimal values were attained at α=80, utilizing the Spalart-Allmaras turbulence model and Re=1×106, in comparison with analogous studies in literature. A 30% increase in lift coefficient (Cl) was attained relative to the initial condition. Furthermore, owing to the pressure differential between the lower and upper surfaces of the wing profile, the average velocity values recorded were 29.6 m/s and 18.1 m/s, respectively. Consistent with these findings, it is believed that this series, particularly favored in wind turbines, may operate more efficiently and effectively in the future with the test data acquired from experimental settings.
Co-designing an impact evaluation tool for food hubs in the UK
Authors: Bridge Gemma , Papargyropoulou Effie , Woodcock Sonja , Strachan Emma , Rowlands Joanna , Boniface Elizabeth
Published: February 2025

In the UK, place-based food initiatives, herein “food hubs,” offer a range of economic, social, and/or environmental benefits via the programs, activities and support they offer. Examples of food hubs include food banks, food pantries, social supermarkets, community farms and gardens, and community cafes. Identifying, monitoring, and communicating the benefits of and areas of improvement for food hubs are important in ena­bling these organizations to access funding, scale up and/or out, and support their ambitions to enhance community development and promote community-based circular food systems (C-B CFS). However, due to constraints in time, funding, and resources, evaluation of the work of food hubs across the UK is limited to date and does not cap­ture the multidimensional benefits they provide or the impacts they have to achieve a C-B CFS. This paper presents the co-production and application of an impact evaluation tool aiming to support food hubs to capture evidence of the benefits they provide, and areas where additional benefits can be achieved across four domains: (a) sustainability and resilience; (b) health and wellbeing; (c) access and demand for healthy, local food; and (d) food secu­rity and economy. The tool, available freely online, was implemented at 10 diverse food hubs in Leeds, UK, to capture their activities and impact. Partici­pating food hubs agreed that the tool offers a comprehensive yet practical method of evidencing the impact of their activities. The evidence cap­tured using the tool could strengthen both indivi­dual PBFIs and the wider community food sector. By demonstrating their contributions to national and global priorities in health, food security, and sustainability, this evidence supports advocacy for greater policy recognition and funding. After assessing the implementation of the too across multiple PBFIs, we found how structured impact monitoring could enhance operational resilience, inform strategic planning, and reinforce the case for systemic support of C-B CFS.
Hambor sebagai Tradisi Perdamaian: Pendekatan Kearifan Lokal Teologi Rekonsiliasi di Manggarai, Flores, Nusa Tenggara Timur
Authors: Ambun Onessimus Febryan , Wagur Onesimus Nggewar , Tukan Paulus Barekama , Pangu Robertus Bellarminus
Published: February 2025

The Hambor tradition is a cultural heritage of the Manggarai people in Flores, East Nusa Tenggara, serving as a mechanism for conflict resolution and the restoration of harmony. The purpose of this research is to examine the Hambor tradition through the lens of Christian reconciliation theology, with a specific focus on its significance as a model for reconciliation rooted in local wisdom. The methodology employed in this study involves a literature review, drawing from primary and secondary sources that discuss the Hambor tradition and the principles of reconciliation theology. The results of this analysis indicate that harmony functions not only as a tool for resolving conflicts, but also as a way to nurture comprehensive social harmony through traditional practices and cultural symbols. The Hambor tradition embodies values such as forgiveness, restorative justice, and relationship mending, which are in line with the teachings of Christian reconciliation theology. In conclusion, this study argues that indigenous traditions can offer a valuable peace-building framework in diverse cultural and religious environments. By integrating aspects of local culture, Hambor presents a holistic approach to cultivating lasting peace that is compatible with Christian ethics.
Heidegger's Understanding of Hermeneutics Facticity and his Contribution to Caputo's Cold Hermeneutics in his Work entitled Radical Hermeneutics
Authors: Anam Rifqi Khairul
Published: February 2025

Current scholarship on Heidegger's hermeneutics of facticity often concentrates on its relationship to his broader ontology, such as Sheehan's examination of Ereignis as the "appropriated clearing" of existence, or its implications for postmodern thought, as seen in Wiercinski's exploration of hermeneutic truth and the absence of objective truth. Nevertheless, the significant connection between Heidegger's hermeneutics of facticity and its impact on Caputo's "cold hermeneutics" remains insufficiently explored. This study aims to address this gap by asserting that Heidegger's conception of facticity as the "thrownness" of Dasein into a world of pre-understandings is essential to Caputo's "cold hermeneutics," which embraces the constraints and uncertainties of interpretation. This relationship is established through the notion of Ereignis as the dynamic unfolding of facticity, enabling Dasein to appropriate its thrownness. By utilizing a methodology of "hermeneutic situation" and "formal indication," this research examines Heidegger's primary works, including Being and Time and Ontology – The Hermeneutics of Facticity, to illustrate how facticity shapes our comprehension of Being and influences the ethical and political aspects of interpretation in Caputo's writings.
Rezension von: Taddey, Gerhard, Kein kleines Jerusalem ...
Authors: Schmid Regina , Ulmer Martin , Taddey Gerhard , Kappes Reinhild , Stadtarchiv Ulm  , Seidel Ortrud
Published: February 2025

Gerhard Taddey: Ein kleines Jerusalem. Geschichte derJuden im Landkreis Schwäbisch Hall. (Forschungen ausWürttembergisch Franken, Band 36). Jan Thorbecke VerlagSigmaringen 1992. 430 Seiten mit 75, teils farbigen Abbildungen.Leinen DM 55,-
Reinhild Kappes: ... Und in Singen gab es keine Juden?Jan Thorbecke Verlag Sigmaringen 1991. 112 Seiten mit 60Abbildungen. Broschiert DM 20,-
Zeugnisse zur Geschichte der Juden in Ulm. Erinnerungenund Dokumente. Herausgegeben vom StadtarchivUlm. Stadt Ulm 1991. 271 Seiten mit 133 Abbildungen.Pappband DM 38,-
Ortrud Seidel: Mut zur Erinnerung. Geschichte derGmünder Juden. Eine persönliche Spurensuche. Einhorn-Verlag Eduard Dietenberger Schwäbisch Gmünd1991. 208 Seiten mit 133 Abbildungen. KartoniertDM 24,80
Rezension von: Fekete, Julius, Kunst- und Kulturdenkmale in Stadt- und Landkreis Heilbronn
Authors: Waibel Raimund , Fekete Julius
Published: February 2025

Julius Fekete: Kunst- und Kulturdenkmale in Stadt- undLandkreis Heilbronn. Konrad Theiss Verlag Stuttgart1991. 333 Seiten mit 201 Abbildungen. Gebunden DM34,-
Metastatic adenosquamous carcinoma with porocarcinoma-like differentiation arising from an ovarian teratoma
Authors: Mirza Amar , A Gasper Cynthia
Published: February 2025

Introduction: The vast majority of ovarian mature cystic teratomas (MCTs) are benign with approximately 1% undergoing malignant transformation, typically into squamous cell carcinoma. Rarely cutaneous adnexal malignancies are found in association with malignant transformation of a teratoma and those with eccrine differentiation are exceptionally rare.

Case Report: We report a case of a premenopausal 48-year-old, gravida 1, para 0, unmarried woman with no past medical history who presented with abdominal pain and bloating. A pelvic ultrasound was notable for a 10 cm mass possibly arising from the left ovary and a computed tomography (CT) scan of the abdomen and pelvis demonstrated a pelvic mass and suspected peritoneal carcinomatosis. The initial pelvic mass biopsy was primarily necrotic but showed infiltrative malignant cells. The patient underwent neoadjuvant chemotherapy followed by total abdominal hysterectomy, bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy, partial colectomy, and tumor debulking which revealed widespread involvement by adenosquamous carcinoma with extensive poroid differentiation. Extensive ovarian sampling revealed the adenosquamous carcinoma arose from a mature cystic teratoma. Molecular testing identified short-tandem repeats (STR) that confirmed the teratomatous origin of the primary tumor and metastases along with next generation targeted sequencing showing specific genetic alterations.

Conclusion: Malignant transformation of ovarian mature cystic teratoma is rare and typically in the form of squamous cell carcinoma. Here we present the first case of adenosquamous carcinoma with a porocarcinoma element arising from a mature cystic teratoma with shared oncogenic drivers of YAP1 and p53 in addition to mosaic expression of a TGFBR2 mutant.
Biotic and Abiotic Stresses of Major Fruit Crops in Oman: A Review
Authors: Al-Yahyai Rashid A , Al-Kharusi Latifa M. , Khan Mumtaz M. , Al-Adawi Ali O. , Al-Subhi Ali M. , AL-Kalbani Basim S. , Al-Sadi Abdullah M.
Published: February 2025

Oman is located in an arid region of the world that is characterized by adverse climatic conditions, including heat and drought. In recent years, it has also been affected by climate turbulence and the occurrence of severe weather, such as cyclones and heat/cold waves affecting large agricultural areas of the country. Fruit cultivation area represents 31% of the total cultivated area (97,239.58 ha) in the country. However, the production share is only 17% of the total crop production in the country (2.6 million tons). About 90% of the fruit cultivation area is dominated by date palm, banana, lime, and mango. In addition to the abiotic stresses, such as drought, heat, and salinity, major fruit crops have declined in recent years due to various biotic stressors, primarily insect pests, and diseases. For several decades, the date palm has suffered from the Dubas bug and in recent years from Red Palm Weevil. Lime has been infected with Witch’s Broom Disease of Lime (WBDL) caused by ‘Candidatus Phytoplasma aurantifolia’ that has led to the decline of production to 25% from its peak in the nineties. Banana is Oman`s second-largest fruit crop in production and export. It has also been the subject of studies due to losses incurred by farmers during pre-and post-harvest stages, in addition to several pests and diseases that affect bananas in Oman. Mango is another major fruit crop that is primarily cultivated in northern Oman. Severe infection with mango decline has led to the eradication of mango orchards from many regions of Oman, particularly in Batinah Coast, where increased salinity has led to a decline in mango yield. Research conducted in Oman has investigated several aspects of these challenges. This review paper summarizes the outcome from studies conducted in the country and proposes directions towards resolving current and future challenges to the fruit industry.
Relationship between Induction of Novel Somaclonal Variants and Types of Organogenesis in Muskmelon (Cucumis melo L.)
Authors: Mohiuddin A.K.M. , Abdullah Zaliha Christine , Chowdhury M.K.U , Harikrishna K. , Napis Suhaimi
Published: February 2025

A comparative study on induction of somaclonal variation in muskmelon (Cucumis melo L.) cv. Birdie regenerants obtained through direct and indirect organogenesis was carried out. Two types of non-meristematic explants (e.g. cotyledon and petiole) were used for this study. A significantly lower (p<0.05) frequency of variation was observed in muskmelon somaclones regenerated via direct organogenesis (MS medium with BAP) compared to indirect (MS medium with BAP and 2,4-D). Morphological study revealed that the somaclones regenerated from proximal cotyledon, petiole and distal cotyledon explants through direct organogenesis did not show any variation in elongation medium at the concentrations of BAP 0.1, 0.3 and 0.5 mg-l, respectively. In contrast, higher number of morphologically somaclonal variants was obtained from these explants at the same concentration of BAP obtained through indirect organogenesis. Other concentrations of BAP, on the other hand, added to the elongation medium showed higher percentage of somaclones with different types of novel variations, e.g. early flowering including higher number of flowers, slow growth of shoots with variant shape of leaves having long and thick petioles, and stubby shoot apices including flattened stem. These variations could be the prime genetic materials to develop new varieties of muskmelon, e.g. high yielding variety, early, late variety, dwarf variety, and variety with desirable body configurations. The results suggest that specific concentrations of BAP or combinations of BAP and 2,4-D have a significant (p<0.05) influence on the induction of novel somaclonal variations in muskmelon regenerants. Future cytogenetic and molecular studies reveal that the novel genetic variations at the chromosome level in somaclonal variants can exist.
Risks in the Sri Lankan Banana Supply Chain: Analysis through an Interpretive Structural Modeling
Authors: Rajakaruna Shanaka , Wijeratne Alawathuge
Published: February 2025

Although banana is an important fruit in Sri Lanka that gives a good income to farmers. Researchers have indicated that the majority of the crop is damaged from the farm gate to the consumer table. Accordingly, this research was addressed ‘to find the risks of the banana supply chain in Sri Lanka. The Interpretive Structural Modeling (ISM) approach was used in this research to find the risks in the banana supply chain of Sri Lanka. According to the literature survey and data analysis, several risks such as human and personal, production, financial, land prices, biological and environmental, information, political, weather-related, management and operational, agricultural policy, logistics and infrastructure, country’s economic cycle, price or market and input risks can be encountered in the banana supply chain. These risks were categorized into different levels according to the influence they provide to the supply chain. Identifying these risks on a hierarchical model was significant to the administrators, managers and farmers to minimize them effectively to manage the supply chain. The analysis in this study further indicated that production, financial, biological and environmental, weather-related events, political situations, and logistics and infrastructure were the most significant risks. Dealing with these risks can minimize the effect of other risks, improve the income of the farmers and maximize consumer choice.Keywords: Agriculture, Banana, Interpretive Structural Modeling (ISM), Risks, Sri Lanka, Supply Chain.
Evaluation of physical and chemical properties and total phenolic content in baker’s yeast obtained from grape juice
Authors: Mahmood Sawsan , Ali Ali , Darwesh Ayhem , Zam Wissam
Published: February 2025

Baker`s yeast is mainly produced from molasses in various parts of the world, and other sources, including grape juice. In this study, the grape juice was chosen. This study aimed to produce a biomass from dry baker`s yeast. Its physical and chemical properties was evaluated. The biomass from baker’s yeast S. cerevisiae was equal to 41.50±0.01 g/L. The following fermentation conditions, i.e. temperature (30.1oC), pH (4.75), sugar concentration (158.36 g/L), ratio of carbon to nitrogen (11.9), and initial concentration of yeasts (2.5 g/L) were used. The fermentation was carried out for a period 12 h. Grape juice was subjected to four different heat treatments as follows: pasteurized grape juice at (65, 70, and 75oC) for 10 min, and sterilized grape juice in the autoclave at 121oC for 20 min. The effect of each treatment was determined on inhibition of the enzyme polyphenol oxidase present in grape juice. The total phenolic content was determined in the yeast. Heat treatments gave the best phenolic content in the resulting yeast. The heat treatments of the juice succeeded in reducing the activity of the enzyme polyphenol oxidase and autoclave heat treatment gave the best phenolic content in the yeast.
Storage Study on Tomato, Pumpkin, and Ginger Composite Vegetable Squash
Authors: Seyid Mohamed Moulana Seyida Afreen , Kanakaraja Premakumar , Ruvini Lakmali , Ruvini Lakmali , Senaratna Anoma
Published: February 2025

Sri Lanka has a vast variety of vegetables. Although the nutritional and medicinal properties of pumpkin and tomato are acknowledged, their consumption as beverage is limited due to their lack of taste. Blending these vegetables with spice extracts is considered a more nutritious alternative when added to beverages. An effort was completed to determine the storage stability of vegetable squash made using different proportion of tomato, pumpkin and ginger. Considering the findings of several preliminary studies, five formulations in various mixes of tomato and pumpkin, were chosen. The highest scores for all the sensory parameters and chemical characters were obtained by formulation (T1) 50% tomato + 50% pumpkin followed by (T2) 75% tomato +25% pumpkin. The best combination was improved using 1 % ginger to form T3 (50% tomato+ 50% pumpkin+ 1% ginger). The most three promising treatments (T1, T2 and T3) were chosen for a storage experiment at 30°C and 70-75% relative humidity. Compositional analysis and sensory assessments were done. In chemical analysis, it was found that variances in the scores of pH, ascorbic acid, titratable acidity, total sugar and reducing sugar were significant (p< 0.05). Squash formulations showed an increasing trend in titratable acidity (0.43 % -0.64 %), pH (3.37 – 4.08), total sugar (11.78 % - 37.04 %), reducing sugar (4.42 % -31.96 %) and a decreasing trend in ascorbic acid (308.23 mg/100 ml – 79.97 mg/100 ml) and total soluble solids (25.05 -24.3o Brix) as a function of storage time. Sensory analysis revealed significant differences (p<0.05) across formulations for organoleptic characteristics, such as aroma, taste and overall acceptability. The composite vegetable squash T3 was chosen as the best formulation based on the findings of physicochemical and sensory attributes. It could be stored for 12 weeks without any significant variations and prolonged shelf life.
An Assessment of Al Batinah Fishery with Respect to Ecologically Sustainable Development Using Multi-Criteria Decision Analysis Approach
Authors: Al Siyabi Huda
Published: February 2025

Globally, sustainable development is considered as a vital need to fisheries sector that integrated both human and environmental well-beings. This issue was recognised by the Omani government therefore, it started to promote the fishery management system by establishing new fisheries development plans and management policies to achieve the sustainable development goals. This study aimed at assessing the progress of Al Batinah fishery towards sustainable development using Ecologically Sustainable Development (ESD) framework and Multi-Criteria Decision Analysis approach (MCDA) from 2008 to 2017. A consultation review was conducted to identify all possible components (criteria) of the ESD framework. Progress of each component toward sustainability and sensitivity analysis were conducted to identify strengths and weaknesses of components. Attainment toward sustainability in Al Batinah fishery progressed a positive trend. Scores increased from 50 points (on 100 points scale) in year 2009 to 81 points in year 2016. Specifically, the progress toward sustainability in the human well-being was better. The scores increased from 55 points in year 2009 to 95 points in year 2016 indicating excellent progress. However, the progress toward sustainability in the environmental well-being was minimal. The scores increased from 42 points in year 2008 to only 67 points in the last three years 2015 to 2017 indicating a slow and a below average progress. The results indicated that the year 2016 had the best attainment toward sustainability and the management measures and/or practices adopted in 2016-favoured socio-economic development more than conserving the environment. Sensitivity analysis confirmed that year 2016 was the most preferred year and provided different strengths and weaknesses to improve both human and environmental well-beings and consequently improving the progress toward sustainability. The management authority is therefore advised to adapt conservative measures to promote and protect the environment. In the long-term, such preferences of human well-being over environment might threaten the whole fishery.
3rd Marine Biotechnology Conference: Emerging Opportunities and Future Perspectives
Authors: Dobretsov Sergey
Published: February 2025

The Center of Excellence in Marine Biotechnology, Sultan Qaboos University had successfully organized the “Third GCC Marine Biotechnology Conference: Emerging opportunities and future perspectives”. This conference was held virtually from 8 to 9 December 2021. The main objectives of the conference were to share scientific results between researchers and promote marine biotechnology in the region. In total, 27 oral and 12 poster presentations were delivered during the conference. The conference had 40 participants from different countries. Professor Sergey Dobretsov was served as the chair of the conference. All papers in this volume are perceived.
CHANGING ROLE AND STATUS IN RETIRED GOVERNEMNT EMPLOYEES
Authors: Kumar Arya Dr Sanjeev
Published: February 2025

This paper examines the changing role and status as a result of retirement among government employees. This study attempts to investigate “Changing roles of the retired government employees in relation to their participation in socio-economic and cultural life and there after effect on their post retirement life and evaluating participation level as well as their decision making privileges in various related domain of life like inter and intra-generational relationship and social-economic periphery.” The study also emphasizes identification of their problem and area of problems with assessing the changes of status in their pre and post retirement life through evaluating roles allocated and enacted by them. The study also noted that the post retirement life of the aged people have been influenced by the support they get from social networks. Through access to cash and non cash remittances either from their family or by government in the form of pension, the elderly have been able to add to their own efforts and therefore ensuring a better living. It is known that in India the family plays a central role in the well being of aged people, though impact of modernization has comparatively lessen the importance of the family in India. Support services have also been advanced by organizations such as non-governmental organizations and political parties. The study adopted the sustainable retirement approach (SRA) as the theoretical framework that has been used to analyze the activities of the retired people and after effects of those activities.