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A new genus of Assamiidae (Opiliones, Grassatores) from Xizang, China
Authors: Qi Xiaoru , Kury Adriano B. , Zhang Chao
Published: October 2024

Knowledge of the family Assamiidae in the Eastern Himalayas is primarily concentrated from Nepal, while Bhutan, Xizang, and northeastern India remain much less studied. Herein, a new genus, Linzhiassamiagen. nov., is described from Xizang, China, along with two new species, Linzhiassamia medogensissp. nov. and Linzhiassamia zayuensissp. nov. These represents the first records of the family Assamiidae from Xizang. A comparative analysis with other continental Asian Assamiidae is undertaken, with a focus on genital morphology. Potential closest relatives are identified, including the genus Dhaulagirius Martens, 1977 from Nepal.
Indias y blancas. Rostros femeninos de la conquista y colonización del Chaco boliviano (siglo XIX)
Authors: Combès Isabelle
Published: October 2024

These pages explore the generally unknown experiences of Creole and Indigenous women during the conquest and colonisation of the Bolivian Chaco during the second half of the 19th and early 20th centuries. They accomplish so by examining women’s actions in several environments: war, the hacienda, military forts, sugar mills and the Franciscan missions. Although they are not quite prominent in the historical record, a careful analysis of these scenarios show that women were active agents of the colonisation of the Chaco and, perhaps above all, significant agents of mediation between two antagonistic worlds.
Meio técnico-científico-informacional, urbanização e neoliberalismo: nexos entre as modernizações e a expansão evangélica no território brasileiro
Authors: Silva Silvana Cristina da
Published: October 2024

Ao mesmo tempo que as modernizações se difundem, cresce a valorização das religiões, especialmente as pentecostais. Dessa forma, interrogamos: quais são os nexos entre o aprofundamento do meio técnico-científico-informacional e a expansão das igrejas evangélicas no Brasil? Nesse sentido, buscamos compreender o aparente paradoxo entre as modernizações e a pentecostalização. Metodologicamente, a pesquisa pautou-se na literatura, coleta, sistematização e análise de dados secundários trabalhos de campo. Os resultados da pesquisa revelam que as modernizações se convertem em um processo de hiper-racionalização do território. Para a maior parte do território, restou a hiperprecarização da vida, especialmente no “Brasil profundo”. Das promessas não cumpridas do progresso, surgem as religiões afeitas aos cultos emocionais e afinadas com a racionalidade neoliberal, sendo uma de suas expressões a Teologia da Prosperidade vinculada à terceira onda do pentecostalismo.
Du langage au sauvage : figures animales du plafond peint de Fiches (xviie siècle)
Authors: Leciak Élisabeth
Published: October 2024

S’intéressant au décor du château de Fiches, un plafond peint du xviie siècle orné de figures animales, cette étude interroge l’instabilité d’un dispositif ornemental et les mutations de sa réception, tant aujourd’hui que par le passé. La découverte des modèles utilisés pour la réalisation du décor ouvre une réflexion sur la fonction attribuée aux images animales, transférées depuis le livre de gravures jusqu’à l’œuvre monumentale via des procédés d’adaptations et de références croisées. L’examen des sources à l’origine des figures révèle de profondes variations entre les différents secteurs du plafond, de l’allégorie au naturalisme, suggérant une réappropriation et une réinterprétation du programme décoratif au cours de l’histoire et montrant, par l’intermédiaire des représentations animales, que le décor est toujours éphémère
La fresque de saint Gilles dans l’église Saint-Nicolas de Civray : image miraculée, image d’un miracle, image miraculeuse ?
Authors: Fabre Pierre-Antoine
Published: October 2024

On s’intéresse ici à trois moments différents et sédimentés de la légende d’un miracle fondateur, celle de Gilles telle qu’elle apparaît dans l’église abbatiale de Civray en Poitou : la fresque inspirée de cette légende au xiiie siècle, la redécouverte de cette fresque et sa conservation lors de la « restauration » du décor médiéval de l’église au xixe siècle, l’interprétation de cette même fresque dans les premières années du xxie siècle. On s’interroge à travers ces trois moments sur la résistance de ce pan de mur peint, peut-être déjà anachronique dans la conception même de l’agencement de ses surfaces au xiiie siècle.
« Con obligo di celebrare ogn’anno messe cinquanta per l’anima mia »
Authors: Caron-Roy Fannie
Published: October 2024

En 1596, le premier miracle de la Madonna della Ghiara fut enregistré à Reggio Emilia. Le culte de l’effigie se répandit rapidement en Italie du Nord, engendrant la création d’un grand nombre de gravures. Le transfert médial de la fresque à la gravure témoigne du culte de l’icône et de sa valeur, qui fut plutôt modifiée lors de la création ultérieure d’une copie peinte dans la région de Rome. Remplaçant le retable dans la chapelle de la villa d’Este à Tivoli, dont le décor fut créé 30 ans avant son inclusion, la copie de la Madone s’y intègre pourtant judicieusement. Le transfert de l’icône dans ce nouvel environnement suggère qu’elle était envisagée, par le cardinal propriétaire des lieux, pour participer au discours de la chapelle sur le rôle de la Vierge dans le Salut des hommes. En plus d’apporter de nouveaux éclairages sur la dévotion domestique dans l’Italie de la Contre-Réforme, cette étude de cas montre comment l’agentivité des images était déterminée par les médias, les contextes et les lieux de réception au début de l’ère moderne.
AI-Driven Personalization in Beauty Retail
Authors: Coelho Maria Carolina Cordeiro Dias , Imamović Irma
Published: October 2024

This study explores the evolving beauty industry transformed by technology, focusing on how personalized artificial intelligence (AI) shapes customer experience, satisfaction, and loyalty in online beauty shopping. Through semi-structured interviews with 10 Portuguese female online buyers aged 18-30, it reveals the importance of understanding and meeting customer preferences in a fast-paced digital environment. The research highlights the crucial role of personal experiences and trust in influencing customer satisfaction and loyalty. It examines the impact of AI-based recommendations and interactions at every stage of the online shopping experience. The findings offer valuable insights for beauty brands, emphasizing the necessity to adapt to technological advances, thrive in the digital landscape, and meet consumers' evolving digital aspirations.
More Than Brands, Friends
Authors: Ferreira Sandra , Pereira Olga
Published: October 2024

In today's highly competitive business environment, technological advancements have significantly transformed business operations, particularly through the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI). AI has implemented innovative digital strategies for attracting and retaining customers, garnering widespread attention due to its potential to deliver favorable outcomes and create emotional engagement. However, previous studies have overlooked emotions as a crucial part of consumer engagement. This chapter explores the influence of AI on emotional engagement within the digital context of Relationship Marketing (RM). Five propositions are proposed based on theoretical assumptions to guide and enrich future research in this domain. Additionally, ethical issues and managerial strategies are discussed to provide a comprehensive understanding of AI's impact on customer relationships.
AI Caramba!
Authors: Shaalan Ahmed , Tourky Marwa , Ibrahim Khaled
Published: October 2024

AI agents are increasingly used in customer relationship management strategies to improve efficiency and reduce costs. Amid rapid advances in technology, the programs are becoming more human-like and versatile. However, AI agents with inadequate emotional responses can create an empathy gap, resulting in negative outcomes. If users' experiences fail to live up to their expectations, the resultant negative disconfirmation has damaging consequences for customers, the brand and the corporation. This chapter sets out the current types of human interactions with digital systems before examining the antecedents to negative outcomes, the three key types of negative disconfirmation and the consequences for areas such as brand engagement, AI agent trust and AI-induced brand hate. It then highlights that these harms are not inevitable, highlighting the mitigating action that firms can take to ensure their AI agents do not undermine their own customer relationship management efforts. Suggestions for future research are also provided.
Return on AI
Authors: Torres Ana Isabel , Paulo Darkio Lourenço Siqueira , Santos José Duarte , Pires Paulo Botelho
Published: October 2024

This chapter aims to discuss about the potential Return on Investment (ROI) measures from Artificial intelligence (AI) investments that business can leverage. It discusses the concepts and describes the dimensions, features and tools of AI investments in Marketing business, to assist the readers to understand about the topic. The authors also describe the major drivers of ROI measures for business applications and discusses the concerns and limitations of tangible measures. So, this document contributes to the literature on ROI (in)tangibles measures that leverage AI investments and features issues in digital marketing, at large and potentially offers a theoretical grounding for many empirical and theoretical future studies.
Unveiling the Transformative Power
Authors: Vetrivel S. C. , Vidhyapriya P. , Arun V. P.
Published: October 2024

As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to permeate various facets of society, its social impact becomes increasingly significant and multifaceted. This chapter presents a detailed examination of the diverse ways in which AI technologies influence society, encompassing both positive and negative ramifications. The positive impacts of AI on society are manifold. Economically, AI has the potential to drive substantial productivity gains across industries through automation, optimization, and innovation. Moreover, AI facilitates personalized services, enhances decision-making processes, and fosters efficiency in various sectors such as healthcare, transportation, and finance. Socially, AI contributes to greater accessibility and inclusivity by providing assistive technologies for individuals with disabilities, improving education through personalized learning experiences, and enhancing communication and connectivity globally. However, alongside its benefits, AI also poses significant challenges and risks to society.
A Detailed Investigation on Digital Technology and AI in Social Sectors
Authors: Shepherd Blessy Trencia Lincy Simon , Jacob Anju Anna
Published: October 2024

Digital technology has become an essential aspect of our daily lives and has a significant impact in various sectors. These technologies play a crucial role in addressing difficult challenges and improving processes, ultimately shaping the future development of human society. It is crucial to examine the significant influence of digital technology and AI in various areas, as their combination continues to grow and redefine societal norms, organizational structures, and the essence of human civilization. AI systems are designed to be conscious of their surroundings and make decisions that optimize their chances of achieving specific goals. The integration of AI into digital technology is predicted to result in substantial societal transformations as society shifts towards a more digital era. In our study we investigate the future of digital technology and artificial intelligence in various sectors and about how these different industries are adapting the advanced AI tools and technologies to stay competitive and relevant.
The Future Importance and Role of Artificial Intelligence in the Use of Space by Disadvantages Groups in Society
Authors: Demirarslan Deniz
Published: October 2024

This section examines challenges faced by disadvantaged groups in indoor and outdoor spaces and explores how artificial intelligence (AI) can address these challenges. Disadvantaged groups are those who face economic, social, cultural, or political obstacles. Issues like accessibility, discrimination, and poor infrastructure hinder their daily lives. AI, including machine learning and natural language processing, provides solutions. Research shows AI tools improve quality of life and social participation. Examples include navigation aids for the visually impaired and communication tools for the hearing impaired, enhancing independence. Projects worldwide highlight AI's role in improving disadvantaged groups' lives, emphasizing its significance in enhancing their living conditions.
Transformative Impact of Quantum Computing on Social Sciences
Authors: Yavuz Bulent
Published: October 2024

This chapter underscores the pivotal role of quantum computing and its potential to offer insights into revolutionizing research in social sciences and addressing pressing global issues. It explores the digitization of social sciences and abstract fields such as history, sociology, and philosophy, examining societal implications, opportunities, and challenges. Quantum computing offers solutions by leveraging quantum mechanics to process information in new ways. Traditional bit-based computing falls short in handling vast unstructured data. Quantum computing's capabilities are essential for digitizing cognitive processes and achieving near-perfect fidelity in immersive environments. However, it necessitates urgent regulatory measures to prevent uncontrolled development and potential threats. These technologies hold immense potential to address global challenges, enhance cognitive processes, and promote global peace, environmental sustainability, and economic stability.
Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) Technologies in Socially-Enabled Artificial Intelligence
Authors: Shafik Wasswa
Published: October 2024

The exploration of Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) innovations in socially enabled artificial intelligence (SEAI) unveils a landscape rich with challenges and opportunities. Enhancing emotional intelligence in AI, addressing ethical considerations, and advancing technical skills are key focuses. Integrating emotional understanding into AI interactions boosts user satisfaction and engagement in diverse applications like healthcare, education, and customer support. Ethical principles such as fairness, transparency, and privacy are crucial for trust and equity in SEAI interactions. Technical advancements in multi-modal communication and personalized interfaces create intuitive, adaptable AI systems. Ongoing research is essential for overcoming challenges like bias mitigation and data security, aiming for collaborative environments where humans and AI achieve common goals. Future directions will refine emotional responsiveness, strengthen ethical frameworks, and expand AI's practical applications to positively impact society while meeting user expectations and regulatory needs.
Harnessing Online Activism and Diversity Tech in HR Through Cloud Computing
Authors: Chandrakala B. M. , Sontakke Vaishali , Honnaiah Sharath , Mohan Kumar T. G. , Balasubramani R. , Verma Rakesh
Published: October 2024

This chapter explores the interplay between online activity, interdisciplinary technologies, and HR practices through the lens of cloud computing. Online activism has become a powerful force advocating for diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the workplace, using social media and digital platforms to amplify voices and drive change as appropriate for diversity, and technological innovation will reshape HR processes through advanced analytics and AI. Biases in recruitment are eliminated, employee engagement rates are increased, and equal opportunities are ensured. The chapter explores the use of cloud computing to manage applications and HR data, emphasizing its scalability and flexibility, and presents case studies and real-world examples of how organizations can create touching workplaces for integration, innovation, and organizational productivity in Chapter Potential benefits are mentioned for various cloud-based technical tools and online services for promotion.
Understanding the Social Phenomenon in Indonesia
Authors: Habibullah Habibullah , Sitasari Nanda Mei , Hapsery Alfisyahrina , Irmayani Nyi R , Flamboyan Evy Minanda
Published: October 2024

This chapter explains the social phenomenon of begging online on TikTok in Indonesia. This study used the perspectives of social pathology, value conflict, and labeling as analytical tools to understand these phenomena. From the perspective of social pathology, online begging must be stopped, and the perpetrator must be punished. The value conflict perspective states that online begging is a social problem because of the value differences between different groups of people, content creators, and content viewers. The labeling perspective views online beggars as a social problem when society or the government labels them. This study shows that the solution to overcome online beggars is to redefine and not stigmatize or punish them, but instead make them aware not to engage in online begging activities.
Artificial Intelligence and Law
Authors: Koru Begüm , Ulusoy Demet Çelik , Aybay Hadi Işık
Published: October 2024

As in many other fields, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies in the legal ground is inevitable. In an era defined by rapid technological advancements, combining AI and the rule of law poses both opportunities and challenges. Certain features of the law that are necessary for it to guide behavior effectively constitute the rule of law. AI has the potential to revolutionize various sectors, including the justice system. However, its widespread adoption raises concerns about the preservation of fundamental legal principles and human rights. This study investigates recent works on the use of AI in the legal ground. Although the contribution of AI to the field of law may improve performance, there may also be some dangers, regarding issues like the principle of legal security, or protection of human rights. A discussion on such dangers is included from a legal perspective, which will help developers of AI tools for legal systems.
The Prospects and Challenges of Building Robotic Amusement Parks for the World of Tomorrow
Authors: Nehinbe Joshua Ojo
Published: October 2024

Social functions and expectations of tourists on suitable places to celebrate social events are taking new dimensions. Studies have suggested that the construction of robotic amusement parks is gardening ideas that are critically impacting on global economy, business management and strategic decisions in the universe. However, the implications and consequences of the above advancements on robotic amusement parks are unknown. This chapter explores interdisciplinary effects of robotic technologies while creating business opportunities in amusement parks. With combined data analytics, the perceptions of 15 operators and staff of hospitality business, 5 social psychologists, 40 Undergraduates and 107 tourists suggest that about 76% of the respondents had somehow questioned whether it was impossible to upgrade cultural amusement parks with beautiful animatronics. The results recommend 32% animatronics, 9% robotic video arcade, etc. Suitable AI tools, potential constraints and challenges in managing robotic amusement parks and suitable strategies to mitigate them are broadly discussed in this chapter.
Adoption Intentions Towards Smart Warehousing Using Industry 4.0 Technologies
Authors: K. S. Ganesha , Nikhil Das C. R.
Published: October 2024

In the present day, we depend on technology for everything. It emphasizes the necessity for innovation in the face of supply chain rivalry by operating inside the storage industry. A mixed-methods approach is used to analyse adoption characteristics such as technology preparedness, business culture, and perceived hazards. Warehouse managers were given surveys measuring preparedness levels, along with qualitative information from interviews. This chapter makes a distinctive contribution to the discussion of smart warehousing technology by illuminating the intricate interactions between key variables. The comprehensive approach and findings close knowledge gaps and offer methods for evaluating and improving preparedness in a variety of real-world situations. These findings can be expanded upon by empirical testing and the improvement of suggested adoption tactics. This research presents insights for industry practitioners seeking efficiency and competitiveness by examining the complex aspects driving the adoption of smart warehousing.
Model of Cloud ERP Adoption in Developing Countries
Authors: Sigama Khuliso , Kalema Billy Mathias
Published: October 2024

The digital transformation has employed a variety of cloud-enabled technologies that have influenced changes in products and services. This have seen the advent of cloud Enterprise Resource Planning systems. Despite the hype over the cloud's perceived benefits, cloud ERP (CERP)are not a fit for all organizations especially those that need maximum customization. As a result, some organizations especially in are not comfortable migrating their services and applications to the cloud. This paper sought to investigate and develop a model for CERP adoption in developing countries institutions of higher learning. Findings of this study indicate that, vendor and organizational factors are more important determinants of CERP adoption. This study recommends the assessment of the interacting effects of the users' demographics that could impact on adoption with change in time as well as the sensitization, training and involvement of users during CERP adoption.
Green Technology Innovation and Its Implications in the Sustainable Organizational Environment
Authors: Vargas-Hernandez José G. , González-Àvila Francisco J. , Vargas-Gonzàlez Omar C. , Castañeda-Burciaga Selene , Guirette-Barbosa Omar A.
Published: October 2024

This study has the purpose to analyze the different relations between the green innovation and the green technology leading to the green technology innovation processes. It is assumed that both elements green innovation and green technology are closely interrelated in the development of green technology innovation in organizations. The method employed is the meta-analysis supported by the reflective and descriptive methods used in the conceptual, theoretical and empirical literature reviews on the topics. Finally, some conclusions are presented to confirm the strong relationships between the green innovation and the green technology to create and develop the green technology innovation in organizations.
Digital Branding and Relational Marketing in Online Consumer Loyalty
Authors: Chalupa Marina Joice , Sousa Bruno Barbosa
Published: October 2024

The objective of this chapter was to understand the impact of relationship marketing on online consumer loyalty, using the booking platform Booking.Com as a case study. To achieve this objective, a conceptual model was developed and a questionnaire was applied, obtaining 221 responses, of which 183 corresponded to people who had made reservations on Booking.Com. The results obtained reveal strong correlations between the variables under study, indicating that relationship marketing strategies contribute to consumer satisfaction, commitment and trust, and this, in turn, directly impacts consumer loyalty towards Booking. with. This study represents a valuable contribution to relational marketing research and is relevant for marketers who focus on relational marketing strategies, especially in the tourism sector, where it assists in defining these strategies. Furthermore, it is suggested that this study can be deepened and subsequently developed in future research.
What Are the Conditions That Make a Country Democratic or Non-Democratic?
Authors: Rotjanawasuthorn Sippaphat , Sirinapatpokin Sirinapattha , Namdech Puthisat , Rattanasirivilai Samanan , Jermsittiparsert Kittisak
Published: October 2024

Under the consensus that democracy is the least bad form of government, what are the conditions that make a country democratic or non-democratic is a question that has been raised and tried to answer for a long time. To answer these questions with empirical data, this paper synthesizes documents in the Scopus database published from 2013 to the present and highlights how current knowledge answers these questions: 1) What is democracy? 2) Why should the country be democratic and shouldn't be undemocratic? 3) What are the characteristics of a democratic and non-democratic country? 4) What are the conditions that make developed, developing, and underdeveloped countries democratic and undemocratic? And lastly, 5) What can be done to make the country's democracy sustainable? The answer to each question is explained and discussed accordingly.
Thai-Style Democracy
Authors: Kenaphoom Sanya , Supsin Jirayu , Suktam Wanchai , Lapchit Siriphat
Published: October 2024

Understanding “Thai-style democracy” is essential to comprehending Thailand's ongoing political unrest and the challenges facing the country's attempts to establish a strong democratic system. The development of inclusive and stable democratic institutions is still hampered by the interaction of authoritarian and democratic forces as well as military power. Thai-style democracy: Problems in developing democracy in Thailand were (1) Military Influence in Politics, (2) Judicialization of Politics, (3) Weak Political Parties, (4) Patronage System and Corruption, (5) Role of Civil Society and Popular Movements, (6) Frequent Constitutional Changes, (7) Lack of Civic Education, (8) Cultural Factors, and (9) Impersonating the monarchy to destroy political opponents. “Thai-style democracy” impedes Thailand's progress toward stable, authentic democracy by involving a monarchy that stifles opposition, poor civic education, cultural barriers, military dominance, weak political parties, patronage, corruption, a divided civil society, and frequent constitutional changes.
Artificial Intelligence and Information Bubbles
Authors: Lapchit Siriphat , Suktam Wanchai , Supsin Jirayu , Kenaphoom Sanya
Published: October 2024

Understanding AI and information bubbles' effects on political decision-making is essential because they have the power to amplify polarization and alter public perceptions. In order to promote democratic processes and promote informed decision-making, it is critical to address the ways in which these technologies impede political decision-making in the digital age, as this essay explores. The finding found that the impact of artificial intelligence on information bubbles presents noteworthy obstacles to democratic institutions, public discourse, and political decision-making. Artificial intelligence algorithms that create and maintain these bubbles have the potential to worsen political division, undermine confidence, and aid in the dissemination of false information. A multifaceted strategy is needed to address AI risks, including adaptable legislation, moral AI development, improved media literacy, and proactive public participation. The public, tech companies, and policymakers must work together to reduce AI-driven information bubbles and advance an informed, democratic future.
Leveraging Technology for Enhanced Connectedness and Student Engagement
Authors: Arvind Tripti
Published: October 2024

The integration of technology in education has revolutionized teaching and learning, significantly boosting student engagement and fostering a sense of connectedness. Over time, educational tools have evolved from simple instruments to sophisticated digital platforms, transforming interactions between educators and learners. This chapter explores the impact of various technologies, including Learning Management Systems (LMS), Virtual Reality (VR), and hybrid learning models, on enhancing engagement and connectedness, offering valuable insights for educators. Utilizing a comprehensive literature review, the chapter aims to analyzes existing studies to assess how these technologies influence learning experiences. Findings indicate that technology facilitates personalized learning, encourages collaboration, and enhances academic performance, with engaged students demonstrating greater motivation. In conclusion, leveraging technology in education is essential for improving student outcomes and requires ongoing professional development for educators.
Divine Experiences
Authors: Wani Mehraj Din , Dada Zubair Ahmad , Shah Shamim Ahmad
Published: October 2024

Ensuring tourist satisfaction is crucial for stakeholders in tourist destinations, but the criteria influencing it remain unclear. Loyalty is demonstrated when tourists revisit or recommend a destination. This chapter explores the impact of place attachment, faith, service quality, perceived value, and motivation on the satisfaction of religious tourists in Jammu and Kashmir, and how satisfaction influences loyalty. Using purposive sampling, 482 usable responses were collected from 540 distributed questionnaires among pilgrim tourists. Data analysis through confirmatory factor analysis and structural equation modeling in Amos showed that service quality had the greatest impact on satisfaction, followed by motivation and perceived value, while place attachment and faith had moderate to low effects. Results confirm that satisfaction significantly enhances destination loyalty. This study contributes to tourism and hospitality literature by providing insights into the behavioral intentions of religious tourists, highlighting the importance of service quality and motivation.
Foundations of the Internet of Behavior
Authors: Qamar Roheen , Zardari Baqar Ali
Published: October 2024

The Internet of Behavior (IoB) is a research subject that seeks to examine human behavior data on the Internet through the lens of behavioral psychology, gain insights into human behavior, and better comprehend the intention behind the conduct. In today's rapidly expanding world, the Internet of Things plays an increasingly important role. The data gathered by IoT devices contains useful information on users' behavior, interests, and preferences. This has paved the door for a new type of technology.
Innovations in Education
Authors: Fatima Shugufta , Kishor Kumar Reddy C. , Sunerah Akshita , Doss Srinath
Published: October 2024

As the digital revolution transforms education, Explainable AI (XAI) plays a key role in advancing educational intelligence. This chapter examines how XAI is reshaping education by making machine learning processes transparent. Unlike traditional AI's “black boxes,” XAI clarifies how algorithms make recommendations, assessments, and personalized learning pathways. This transparency helps educators understand and trust AI tools, making them effective partners in education. The chapter also explores XAI's practical uses in adaptive learning platforms and intelligent tutoring systems, showing how XAI's clarity can enhance learning environments. It allows educators to address biases, customize strategies, and track outcomes more precisely. Through real-world case studies and theoretical insights, the chapter illustrates how XAI bridges advanced technology with teaching practices, promoting a more transparent and equitable educational system.
Smart Education Using Explainable Artificial Intelligence
Authors: Sharma Nikita
Published: October 2024

Explainable AI (XAI) is revolutionizing the field of education by improving the efficacy, transparency, and trustworthiness of AI-powered solutions. The theoretical underpinnings of XAI are examined in this chapter, along with a comparison between XAI and standard AI with an emphasis on the value of interpretability in educational settings. The potential of model-agnostic approaches like SHAP, LIME, and counterfactual explanations, as well as model-specific approaches like decision trees, attention mechanisms, and linear models, to improve the interpretability of AI judgments is examined. Saliency maps and rule extraction are two examples of rule-based and visually driven explanations that help achieve this objective. The chapter ends with a discussion of the potential of XAI in promoting fair, open, and efficient AI-driven learning environments, as well as the necessity of further research to address the related issues.
Integrating IoB in Smart Education
Authors: Murthy Yamijala Suryanarayana , Sai Kandregula Pardha , Murthy Chodisetty R. S.
Published: October 2024

The Internet of Behaviour (IoB) provides transformative prospects for smart education by allowing the integration of behavioral data analytics into instructional practices. This study investigates novel techniques to implementing IoB in educational settings to improve learning results. Educators can acquire a better understanding of student engagement, learning patterns, and individualized requirements by examining behavioral data. This study emphasizes the power to provide individualized learning experiences, boost student performance, and develop adaptive learning environments. The findings emphasize the need of incorporating IoB-driven approaches into modern education systems to meet different student profiles and encourage successful, data-driven teaching practices.
Comprehensive Analysis of Neuromarketing Advancements and Consumer Neural Pathways
Authors: Sanan Payal , Afjal Mohd
Published: October 2024

Over the last two decades, neuromarketing has emerged as a pivotal field, bridging the gap between neuroscience and marketing to unravel the complexities of consumer behavior. This study presents a comprehensive bibliometric analysis of neuromarketing research, spanning from 2007 to 2023, to explore the evolution, key contributions, and dynamic trends within this interdisciplinary domain. Utilizing the Scopus database alongside Biblioshiny software, this analysis analysed a dataset comprising 143 articles from 98 different sources, revealing a significant growth trajectory in neuromarketing publications, particularly noted after 2010.This bibliometric analysis not only maps the historical landscape of neuromarketing but also sheds light on emerging trends and methodological advancements that are shaping the future of marketing practices, offering valuable insights to enhance the understanding of consumer psychology and design effective marketing strategies.
NeuroLogic
Authors: Khushi  , Kaur Jaspreet , Malhan Shivani
Published: October 2024

Neuromarketing has become a potent tool for comprehending consumer behavior by utilizing knowledge from neuroscience. This interdisciplinary method integrates principles from psychology, neurology, and marketing to reveal the underlying subconscious factors that influence consumer decision-making. Neuromarketers utilize methods such as EEG, MRI, eye-tracking, and facial coding to obtain significant data regarding consumer preferences, emotions, and reactions to marketing stimuli. This study examines the historical context, importance, technological tools, empirical investigations, objections, and regulatory framework related to neuromarketing. Neuromarketing enhances marketers' comprehension of customer behavior by connecting science and marketing, resulting in more efficient marketing techniques and more satisfaction for customers.
Product and Pixels
Authors: Singh Paramveer , Das Nithya , Verma Sakshi
Published: October 2024

The subject is how Instagram influencers shape consumers' impressions of skincare companies. The study uses quantitative and qualitative interviews to examine how influencers affect customer engagement, brand trust, and purchase choices. Important conclusions show that visual content, social media platform strategy, and trust and authenticity are essential to influencer marketing success. Establishing trust requires authenticity and openness, with micro-influencers being especially powerful. Influencer material gains more excellent traction thanks to visually captivating formats and the algorithms of social media sites like Instagram. The study concludes that firms should build genuine, long-term relationships with influencers to optimize the efficacy of their marketing initiatives and ultimately raise brand awareness, trustworthiness, and consumer engagement in the skincare sector. This study also discusses the various influential factors affecting the market, such as Instagram Influencers and Marketing, Brands and promotions, and Neuromarketing and neuroscience.
fMRI, EEG, and Eye Tracking
Authors: Kumar Pawan , Jain Aayushi
Published: October 2024

This chapter investigates the developing topic of neuromarketing and its possible impact on consumer purchasing decisions. Neuromarketing integrates neuroscience, psychology, and marketing to better understand consumer decision-making. This chapter explores neuromarketing techniques like FMRI, EEG, and Eye tracking and how they reveal subconscious elements that impact consumer behavior. This chapter raises ethical questions about neuromarketing, specifically the manipulation of customer behavior. It indicates that neuromarketing has the potential to transform how marketers understand and affect consumer behavior. Neuromarketing has the ability to transform how organizations understand and interact with customers. Keywords: Neuromarketing, FMRI, EEG, Eye Tracking, Marketing, Consumer Buying Behaviour
Towards a Balanced Lifestyle
Authors: Chakraborty Tanusree , V. S. Sharada , Tripathi Malabika , Basu Ranita
Published: October 2024

This chapter explores the rising trend of bleisure travel, which combines business trips with leisure activities. It examines how this trend impacts travelers and the hospitality industry, highlighting benefits beyond convenience. Bleisure travel significantly affects work-life balance by integrating leisure into business trips, reducing stress, and enhancing well-being. The chapter also discusses its implications for the hospitality sector, including increased occupancy rates and revenue. This shift requires hotels and restaurants to adapt services for bleisure travelers, creating new growth opportunities. Additionally, bleisure travel boosts local economies by encouraging longer stays and exploration of cultural sites. It promotes tourism development, fostering cultural appreciation. In summary, this chapter provides insights into bleisure travel's transformative nature, reshaping travel experiences in today's world.
Understanding the Blend of Work and Leisure in Hospitality
Authors: Talukder Mohammad Badruddoza , Hoque Mushfika , Kumar Sanjeev
Published: October 2024

The emergence of remote work and the necessity for a work-life balance that harmonizes commitments and personal fulfillment are reshaping the current work-life landscape. This evolution has created “bleisure,” a concept seamlessly blending work and leisure. With the advent of remote employment and global events like the COVID-19 pandemic, the boundaries between professional and personal realms have become increasingly blurred. While bleisure presents significant opportunities for the hospitality sector, it also poses ethical, regulatory, and operational challenges. Establishing trust and fostering loyalty among guests and staff necessitates inclusive and socially conscious environments prioritizing equitable compensation, environmental sustainability, and employee wellbeing. This chapter delves into the concept of bleisure, examining its impact on the hospitality industry through the lens of hospitality management. It analyzes consumer behavior, industry trends, and best practices to provide practical advice for hospitality companies seeking success in the era of leisure travel.
Smart Cities, Smarter Travel
Authors: Sharma Swati , Kumar Narendra
Published: October 2024

This study explores the intersection of smart cities and smart tourism, examining the potential for leveraging technology to develop sustainable Bleisure tourism destinations. The research focuses on the concept of smart tourism as a pillar for sustainable urban development, highlighting the importance of integrating technology into tourism strategies to enhance the visitor experience and promote sustainable tourism practices. This study contributes to the growing body of research on smart tourism and its relationship with sustainable urban development, highlighting the potential for technology to enhance the visitor experience and promote sustainable tourism practices in Bleisure tourism destinations. This chapter aims to explore the intersection of smart cities, smart tourism, and sustainable Bleisure tourism development. Findings have been discussed and future implications have been proposed.
Linking Business and Leisure for Employee Well-Being and Productivity in the Hospitality Industry
Authors: Chauhan Chetan , Guleria Sandeep , Sharma Shikha
Published: October 2024

One of the scientific methods of finding out the progress in the development of the studies related to the particular field is bibliometric analysis. The present study is focused on the continuous improvement of the studies related to work culture involving business and leisure in hospitality and tourism industry. Also, its implication in employee wellbeing also gets analyzed through the studies. The timeline for the studies has been chosen from 2003 to 2023 (20 years). Articles/chapters published in Scopus indexed journal have been considered for the study. For the selection of the articles PRISMA technique has been used. The biblioshiny software with the help of R studio has been used for the final analysis of the data. It gives the comprehensive analysis of author collaborations, country wise publications, trends with the timeline, citation trends, etc. The conceptual framework has been suggested for the future analysis of studies in the field of business and leisure along with the employee satisfaction and final productivity.
Examining the Role of Generational Attitudes in Shaping Bleisure Travel Trends and Destination Selection Using the PRISMA Model
Authors: Uppal Arhita , Banerjee Sonali P. , Chadha Priyanka , Choudhary Pallavi
Published: October 2024

This study aims to investigate the attitudes of different generations towards rising trends, technology utilization, and destination choices. Bleisure travel, an emerging trend among travellers, combines business and leisure activities. Nevertheless, several generations play a crucial role in determining the travel trends that have not yet been fully understood. This study will primarily examine the various techniques taken by different generations in their perception and utilization of new technology integration, which in turn affects their destination choices. This thematic study will conduct a thorough examination that will heavily emphasize technological improvements and how Bleisure tourism will be implemented compared to its prior iterations. This study would provide significant insights into the strategies and offers that the tourism sector has customized to better cater to the changing needs of contemporary passengers.
Partiti di massa e Costituzione tra passato e presente
Authors: ILLARI SILVIA
Published: October 2024

Per quanto riguarda lo Stato contemporaneo nelle “democrazie classiche”, i partiti politici rappresentano un'istituzione storicamente datata, legata al processo di democratizzazione. In realtà, si tratta di un'istituzione che è cambiata nel corso del tempo, con una serie di mutazioni significative nella sua forma e organizzazione. In questo senso, va anche notato che alcune delle caratteristiche assunte come distintive dei partiti moderni stanno scomparendo: innanzitutto, oggi le strutture sono più snelle, senza essere radicate sul territorio, ed è ormai consolidato anche il rafforzamento della leadership, con il leader del partito che si rivolge direttamente alla gente, e anche la crescita dei “partiti personali”. Come elemento di continuità, va notato anche che i partiti politici continuano a svolgere molteplici funzioni pubbliche all'interno dello Stato contemporaneo; in particolare, la partecipazione alle elezioni. Pertanto, il loro ruolo rimane essenziale per la rappresentanza politica. Ma in essi permane quel carattere di innata ambiguità, subito rilevato dalla dottrina, che trae origine dalla difficoltà di collegare le istituzioni, che provengono dalla società civile, con la natura asettica dell'apparato statale. In questo carattere è insita la necessità di una loro regolamentazione, poiché in molti ambiti essi coinvolgono interessi fondamentali dell'ordinamento giuridico ai quali esso non può rinunciare.
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Future prospects for the advancement of treatment of men with NOA: focus on gene editing, artificial sperm, stem cells, and use of imaging
Authors: Sikiru Akeem Babatunde , Truong Manh Nguyen , Zohdy Wael
Published: October 2024

Nonobstructive azoospermia (NOA) affects about 60% of men with azoospermia, representing a severe form of male infertility. The current approach to manage NOA primarily involves testicular sperm retrieval methods such as conventional testicular sperm extraction (c-TESE) and microdissection testicular sperm extraction (micro-TESE). While combining testicular sperm retrieval with intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI) offers hope for patients, the overall sperm retrieval rate (SRR) stands at around 50%. In cases where micro-TESE fails to retrieve sperm, limited options, like donor sperm or adoption, can be problematic in certain cultural contexts. This paper delves into prospective treatments for NOA management. Gene editing technologies, particularly clustered regularly interspaced short palindromic repeats (CRISPR)/CRISPR-associated (Cas) protein 9 (CRISPR/Cas9), hold potential for correcting genetic mutations underlying testicular dysfunction. However, these technologies face challenges due to their complexity, potential off-target effects, ethical concerns, and affordability. This calls for research to address key challenges associated with NOA management within the clinical settings. This also necessitate ongoing research essential for developing more sensitive diagnostic tests, validating novel treatments, and customizing current treatment strategies for individual patients. This review concluded that the future of NOA management may entail a combination of these treatment options, tailored to each patient’s unique circumstances, providing a comprehensive approach to address NOA challenges.
Allergen sensitization patterns concerning different governorates in Egypt: a retrospective study
Authors: Abdelwahab Heba W. , El-Maksoud Amina A. , Elhosiny Mahmoud M. , Abdalla Dina A.
Published: October 2024

Background

Allergic disorders afflict 22% of the world’s population. Treatment and prevention of allergic diseases are dependent on correctly identifying the causal allergens and implementing appropriate avoidance approaches. We aimed to assess the variation in patterns of allergen sensitization among patients with allergic disorders in different Egyptian governorates.

Methods

This retrospective study included patients with allergic disorders attending an allergen immunotherapy outpatient clinic. Demographic data, diagnosis of allergic disorders, and skin prick test results of enrolled patients were retrieved from the medical records. Also, patients’ place of residence was recorded by the governorate.

Results

This study included 5024 patients with allergic disorders.

Most of the studied patients were sensitized to mold (94.3%) followed by house dust mites (74.7%) and hay dust (69%). There was no statistical difference in allergen sensitization patterns in different Egyptian governorates. However, there was a statistically significant relation between allergic rhinitis and mixed pollen 1 (P value 0.02) and mite (P value 0.001). For bronchial asthma, both dog hair and chicken feather sensitization patterns showed a strong association with P values 0.02 and 0.03, respectively. Atopic dermatitis had a significant association with both mites (P value 0.001) and barely (P value 0.02).

Conclusion

The sensitization patterns did not significantly differ between the Egyptian governorates. However, it is significantly associated with allergic disorders. The most prevalent sensitization pattern in Egypt was mold.