bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
A Identidade Profissional da Coordenação Pedagógica: Tensões e Perspectivas
Authors: Cruz José Ewerton Feitosa , Pimentel Gabriela Sousa Rêgo
Published: November 2024

A elaboração deste do trabalho é fruto de uma pesquisa bibliográfica e de campo, realizada na Rede Municipal de Educação de São Francisco do Conde – Bahia. Com objetivo analisar as atribuições assumidas pelos coordenadores pedagógicos, na perspectiva da construção de sua identidade profissional. A pesquisa configurou-se como exploratória e de abordagem qualitativa. Através dela é possível perceber que a perpetuação das tensões de atribuição interfere significativamente no perfil profissional coordenador, inviabiliza o seu trabalho e compromete a qualidade da gestão pedagógica.
A política de assistência estudantil da Universidade Federal do Amapá: perspectivas recentes
Authors: Castro Alessandra da Silva , Novais Valéria da Silva de Moraes
Published: November 2024

Esse artigo parte da compreensão que a permanência estudantil é uma das faces da democratização da educação superior e ações de assistência são indispensáveis para estudantes de baixa renda, diante disso, buscou-se analisar as ações desenvolvidas pela Universidade Federal do Amapá - Unifap voltadas para esse fim. O percurso metodológico pautou-se na abordagem qualitativa, por meio de pesquisa documental. A pesquisa evidenciou que pouco mais de 10% dos estudantes recebem algum auxílio, o que demostra a insipiência da política de assistência da UNIFAP.
Avaliação Institucional e Educação Superior:
Authors: Stange Carlos Eduardo Bittencourt , Azevedo Mário Luiz Neves de , Catani Afrânio Mendes
Published: November 2024

O artigo tem por objetivo analisar a questão da qualidade (Dias Sobrinho, 2008) em processos de avaliação institucional da educação superior no Brasil, com um foco especial na derradeira novidade que pode vir a ser implementada no país, qual seja, o modelo multidimensional, referenciado no U-Multirank, como um exemplo de empréstimo de política pública da Europa (Ball, 2001) que vem sendo apresentado para o campo brasileiro da educação superior, especialmente para a Pós-Graduação. Os autores consideram os contextos da formatação do ciclo de políticas e reconhecem que a avaliação institucional, dada a polissemia do conceito de qualidade, é objeto de disputas no campo da educação (Bourdieu, 1998 e 2009). Assim, em tempos de governança digital, tirania das métricas (Muller, 2018) e Nova Gestão Pública (NGP), preponderantemente, a questão da qualidade é implicada em variadas significações e apropriações que, emulando a competição (e o mercado) e visando o atingimento de metas, promove a produção de indicadores, manuais de “boas práticas” e tabelas de classificações ou rankings (Barreyro, 2018).
THE CRISIS OF SCIENCE IN BRAZIL: AUSTERITY, “CULTURE WAR” AND INNOVATIONISM
Authors: Mancebo Deise , Silva Júnior João dos Reis , Spears Eric
Published: November 2024

The article discusses the production of knowledge at Brazilian universities. It is based on an exploratory investigation, which includes bibliographic research, analysis of documents on different issues impinging on the topic, and the consultation of existing aggregate data. It concludes by exposing the crisis of science in Brazilian universities based on an analysis of three factors: the impacts of fiscal austerity; the advance of neoconservatism and neofascism in Brazilian society, materialized in the “culture war” against universities; and the reduction of science to the production of innovations for profit.
Brazilian state privatization and the funding of universities, science & technology in Bolsonaro’s government
Authors: Chaves Vera Lucia Jacob , Guimarães André Rodrigues , Reis Luiz Fernando
Published: November 2024

This study aims at analyzing Brazilian State privatization based on theAdministrative Reform and the funding of Federal Universities and Science & Technology inBolsonaro’s government. This documentary analysis is carried out with primary sources obtainedfrom the Federal Chamber portal and the Integrated Planning and Budget System (IPBS). Theresults have suggested that the Administrative Reform, added to the Constitution Amendment95, acts out on the State privatization by two main actions: reducing the funding of FederalUniversities and Science and Technology and guaranteeing the profitability of financial capitalwith the payment of public debt.Este trabalho objetiva analisar a privatização do Estado brasileiro por meio da Reforma Administrativa e do financiamento das Universidades federais e da Ciência &Tecnologia no governo Bolsonaro. Trata-se de uma análise documental realizada com fontes primárias extraídas no portal da Câmara Federal. Os resultados indicam que a Reforma Administrativa, somada à EC 95, atuam na privatização do Estado por meio de duas grandes ações: reduzir o financiamento das Universidades federais e da Ciência e Tecnologia e garantir a rentabilidade do capital financeiro por meio do pagamento da dívida pública.
Dynamics of mosque-based da’wah and its implications for the Diversity of muslim communities in Medan
Authors: Abdullah Abdullah
Published: November 2024

Purpose - This study aims to determine the dynamics of mosque-based da’wah and its implications for the diversity of society in the city of Medan.Method - This study used a qualitative-quantitative approach (mixed method) with a descriptive method. This study uses data sources in the form of primary and secondary, which are based on experience or literature review. Data collection techniques were carried out through interviews and observation. In data analysis techniques, researchers reduce data, present it, then conclude.Result – this study indicates that the preachers in Medan have approached the professional direction in preaching. The preachers can be said to have competence so that they can carry out their duties as rijalud da’wah properly.Implication - The preaching material delivered is generally still focused on the basic Islamic sciences, and a small part has started to develop da’wah material more broadly.Originality - The da’wah methods used by the preachers are very diverse; providing problem-solving offers on religious issues, building religious awareness, mastering social media da’wah strategies, and paying attention to the philosophy of da’wah (goals to be achieved), abilities and expertise (da’i background), sociology (situations and conditions), and psychology (pleasant thing).***Tujuan - Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui dinamika dakwah berbasis masjid dan implikasinya terhadap keberagaman masyarakat di Kota Medan.Metode - Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif-kuantitatif (mix method) dengan metode deskriptif. Penelitian ini menggunakan sumber data dalam bentuk primer dan sekunder, yakni berdasarkan pengalaman ataupun kajian literatur. Teknik pengumpulan data dilakukan dengan cara wawancara dan observasi. Pada teknik analisis data, peneliti melakukan reduksi data, menyajikannya, kemudian membuat suatu kesimpulan.Hasil - penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa para da’i di Kota Medan telah mendekati kearah professional dalam berdakwah. Para da’i dapat disebutkan sebagai da’i yang memiliki kompetensi, sehingga mampu menunaikan tugas sebagai rijaluddakwah dengan baik.Implikasi - Materi dakwah yang disampaikan  umumnya masih terfokus pada ilmu-ilmu dasar keislaman dan sebahagian kecil sudah mulai  mengembangkan materi dakwah secara lebih luas.Orisinalitas - Metode dakwah yang digunakan oleh para da’i sangat beragam; memberikan tawaran problem solving isu-isu keagamaan, membangun kesadaran beragama, mengusai strategi dakwah media sosial,  serta memperhatikan filosofi dakwah (tujuan yang kaan dicapai), kemampuan dan keahlian (latar belakang da’i), sosiologi (situasi dan kondisi), dan psikologi (hal yang disenenangi).
Voice of society: Revealing people's aspirations and reactions to da'wah communication containing halal product messages
Authors: Ma'arif Bambang Saiful , Arif Muhammad Fauzi , Muttaqin Ahmad
Published: November 2024

Purpose - This paper aims to present data on citizens' aspirations and responses regarding da'wah communication channels containing messages about halal products. This data can be referred by preachers (muballig) to improve the citizen literacy regarding halal products.Method - This paper results from quantitative research with 468 respondents in Bandung Regency, Indonesia. This applies uses and gratifications theory (UGT) as a conceptual framework.Result  - The findings show that a) media and communication channels are intensively put forward to convey information about halal products; b) da'wah communication channels through preachings are widely used because those are able to grow citizens' trust toward halal products; and c) public channels are believed to be able to grow citizens' desire for using halal products.Implication – This implies that da'wah communication channels urgently raise people's trust toward information about halal products.Originality - The originality of this article is that it reveals aspects of citizens' aspirations.***Tujuan - Tulisan ini bertujuan untuk menyajikan data tentang aspirasi dan tanggapan masyarakat mengenai saluran komunikasi dakwah yang memuat pesan tentang produk halal. Data ini dapat dirujuk oleh para muballig untuk meningkatkan literasi masyarakat mengenai produk halal.Metode - Makalah ini merupakan hasil penelitian kuantitatif dengan 468 responden di Kabupaten Bandung, Indonesia. Penelitian ini menggunakan teori uses and gratifications (UGT) sebagai kerangka kerja konseptual.Hasil - Temuan menunjukkan bahwa a) media dan saluran komunikasi secara intensif dikedepankan untuk menyampaikan informasi tentang produk halal; b) saluran komunikasi dakwah melalui ceramah banyak digunakan karena dapat menumbuhkan kepercayaan masyarakat terhadap produk halal; dan c) saluran publik diyakini dapat menumbuhkan keinginan masyarakat untuk menggunakan produk halal.Implikasi - Hal ini mengimplikasikan bahwa saluran komunikasi dakwah sangat penting untuk meningkatkan kepercayaan masyarakat terhadap informasi tentang produk halal.Orisinalitas - Orisinalitas dari artikel ini adalah bahwa artikel ini mengungkapkan aspek aspirasi warga negara.
Crisis communication management of transmigrant moslem community in Central Kalimantan during Covid 19 pandemic
Authors: Zainudin Zainudin , Restendy Mochammad Sinung , Solihan Munif , Faiz Achmad Zaky , Muhajarah Kurnia , Hakim Lukman
Published: November 2024

Purpose - This study aims to explain the role of crisis communication management during the pandemic as well as toand toas and describe and comprehend the management of public services and the community's reception towards crisis communication implementation during the pandemic in the transmigrant Muslim community in Central Kalimantan.Method - This research uses a qualitative descriptive approach that describes the reality, problems, and facts that occurred in Tawan Jaya Village, Central Kalimantan, as the focus of the research. Data collection techniques are observation, interview, and documentation.Result  -  The research results show that crisis communication management was implemented and reached the community well. Apart from that, public service management is also well received, although there are still several obstacles to its implementation.Implication – These results convey the importance of communication and information. Everyone needs clear communication and information knowledge for their survival. Communication elements are one of the strategies in dealing with crises by various institutions ranging from the central, regional, to and village governments to foster public trust.Originality - This research presents how crisis communication is managed in Muslim communities in transmigration areas, which has rarely been used as a discourse among the community.***Tujuan – Studi ini memeiliki tujuan diantaranya untuk menjelaskan peran manajemen komunikasi krisis selama pandemi serta mendeskripsikan dan memahami bagaimana manajemen pelayanan publik dan penerimaan masyarakat terhadap pelaksanaan komunikasi krisis pada masa pandemi di komunitas muslim  transmigran di Kalimantan Tengah.Metode - Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan deskriptif kualitatif yang menggambarkan kenyataan, problematika, serta fakta-fakta yang terjadi di Desa Tawan Jaya, Kalimantan Tengah sebagai fokus penelitian. Teknik pengumpulan data adalah observasi, wawancara dan dokumentasi.Hasil  -  Hasil penelitian menunjukan bahwa manajemen komunikasi krisis terlaksana dan sampai dengan baik kepada masyarakat. Selain itu, manajemen pelayanan publik juga di terima dengan baik, meskipun masih ada beberapa kendala dalam pelaksanaannya.Implikasi – Hasil ini menyampaikan bahwa pentingnya komunikasi dan informasi. Semua orang membutuhkan komunikasi dan informasi yang jelas demi keberlangsungan hidup mereka. Elemen komunikasi menjadi salah satu strategi dalam menangani krisis oleh berbagai lembaga mulai dari pemerintah pusat, daerah hingga ke pemerintah desa untuk menumbuhkan kepercayaan publik.Orisinalitas – Penelitian ini menyajikan bagaimana manajemen komunikasi krisis di komunitas muslim di daerah transmigrasi, yang selama ini jarang sekali dijadikan diskursus ditengah masyarakat
The Da’wah strategy through health mitigation for geriatric hajj pilgrims in the Covid 19 with a humanistic psychology perspective
Authors: Hasanah Hasyim
Published: November 2024

Purpose - This study aimed to find a Da’wah strategy through mitigating health for geriatric hajj pilgrims in the covid 19 with a humanistic psychology perspective.Method - The population of this study is canceled geriatric hajj pilgrims at the SOC embarkation in 2022.  The selection of samples used the purposive method, and 201 persons were selected. The data was analyzed using an interactive model.Result - The results showed two models of Da’wah strategies in mitigation health for geriatric. First, the health resilience strategy is carried out by identifying comorbidities, raising awareness about disease conditions, carrying out prevention of disease transmission, accelerating recovery, and promoting independent self-development. The second mitigation of social resilience using a humanistic psychology perspective is directed at the function of strengthening social support, such as families and peer groups, for a healthy life. This is a humanization strategy for health using the principles of behavior development and actualization of senior health.Implication – This strategy can help grow geriatric resilience skills, especially in preparing and mitigating for the pilgrimage in 2024.Originality - This research is the first study on the Da’wah strategy, which uses a humanistic psychology perspective to mitigate senior pilgrims' health.***Tujuan - Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menemukan strategi dakwah melalui mitigasi kesehatan bagi jemaah haji geriatri pada masa covid 19 dengan perspektif psikologi humanistik.Metode - Populasi penelitian ini adalah jemaah haji geriatri yang batal berangkat di embarkasi SOC tahun 2022.  Pemilihan sampel menggunakan metode purposive, dan terpilih 201 orang. Data dianalisis dengan menggunakan model interaktif.Hasil - Hasil penelitian menunjukkan dua model strategi dakwah dalam mitigasi kesehatan bagi geriatri. Pertama, strategi ketahanan kesehatan dilakukan dengan cara mengidentifikasi komorbiditas, meningkatkan kesadaran tentang kondisi penyakit, melakukan pencegahan penularan penyakit, mempercepat pemulihan, dan mendorong pengembangan diri secara mandiri. Mitigasi kedua yaitu ketahanan sosial dengan menggunakan perspektif psikologi humanistik diarahkan pada fungsi penguatan dukungan sosial, seperti keluarga dan kelompok sebaya, untuk hidup sehat. Ini merupakan strategi humanisasi kesehatan dengan menggunakan prinsip-prinsip pengembangan perilaku dan aktualisasi kesehatan lansia.Implikasi - Strategi ini dapat membantu menumbuhkan kemampuan resiliensi geriatri, terutama dalam mempersiapkan dan memitigasi ibadah haji di tahun 2024.Orisinalitas - Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian pertama tentang strategi dakwah yang menggunakan perspektif psikologi humanistik untuk memitigasi kesehatan jemaah haji lansia.
The Identity of Ba Alawi women islamic communicators: Najwa Shihab and Halimah Alaydrus as models
Authors: Sadili Imam , Zaidan Ashraf Muhammed
Published: November 2024

Purpose - This research aims to uncover the identity of Ba Alawite women Islamic communicators, regarding their background of being closed (exclusive) while others are a small part of being inclusive. Also, to explain their transformation from exclusive to inclusive. This research is important to know the gender equality of Ba Alawy women.Method - This research is qualitative with the type of literature review. Data is obtained from YouTube channels, journals, books, and related websites. The theory used is Mary Jane Collier's cultural identity theory.Result  -  Ba Alawi women are closed because of communication with Tarim customs and traditions carried out since childhood, in this case, Halimah Alaydrus. At the same time, Najwa Shihab is an inclusive Ba Alawi woman whose identity has been influenced by openness since childhood in communicating with all traditions and thoughts.Implication – This article is intended to provide encouragement and knowledge about the diversity of Ba Alawi women; the majority of them are exclusive, and a small number are inclusive. The climate in Indonesia and Hadramut is not the same.  And Ba Alawi women need to take opportunities in the world of da'wah.Originality/Value - This research is the first on female Islamic communication actors from among the ba alawy and their role in the world of da'wah, as well as their inclusive or inclusive life motives.***Tujuan - Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengungkap identitas komunikator Islam perempuan Ba Alawite, mengenai latar belakang mereka yang tertutup (eksklusif) dan sebagian kecil yang inklusif. Selain itu, untuk menjelaskan transformasi mereka dari eksklusif menjadi inklusif. Penelitian ini penting untuk mengetahui kesetaraan gender perempuan Ba Alawy.Metode - Penelitian ini bersifat kualitatif dengan jenis tinjauan literatur. Data diperoleh dari kanal YouTube, jurnal, buku, dan situs web terkait. Teori yang digunakan adalah teori identitas budaya Mary Jane Collier.Hasil - Perempuan Ba Alawi tertutup karena komunikasi dengan adat dan tradisi Tarim yang dilakukan sejak kecil, dalam hal ini Halimah Alaydrus. Sementara itu, Najwa Shihab merupakan perempuan Ba Alawi yang inklusif yang identitasnya dipengaruhi oleh keterbukaan sejak kecil dalam berkomunikasi dengan semua tradisi dan pemikiran.Implikasi - Artikel ini dimaksudkan untuk memberikan dorongan dan pengetahuan tentang keberagaman perempuan Ba Alawi yang mayoritas bersifat eksklusif dan sebagian kecil bersifat inklusif. Iklim di Indonesia dan Hadramut tidak sama.  Dan perempuan Ba Alawi perlu mengambil peluang dalam dunia dakwah.Orisinalitas/Nilai - Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian pertama tentang pelaku komunikasi Islam perempuan dari kalangan ba alawy dan peran mereka dalam dunia dakwah, serta motif hidup mereka yang inklusif atau tidak.
THE IMAGE OF THE SOVIET STATE IN THE “METRO” UNIVERSE: SUBSTANTIVE SIDE AND INSTRUMENTAL EFFECTIVENESS
Authors:   Institute for Scientific Information in Social Sciences of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Belov Sergei , Vanteevsky Makar ,   Institute for Scientific Information in Social Sciences of the Russian Academy of Sciences
Published: November 2024

This paper identifies the specifics of contextuality in the Metro universe (in the book series and video games), and also analyzes the constructed phenomenon of “cultural trauma” in relation to the Soviet past. Based on the generalization of the obtained qualitative and quantitative data, the authors come to the conclusion that the image of the state and historical symbols have great pragmatic potential, opportunities for ideological and value construction, however, the ideological component has a differentiated support among the population. The narratives through which the creators of the main segment of the Metro universe position the Soviet past are aimed at desacralizing the latter through a radical deconstruction of the positive system of ideas about the corresponding era, including the events of the Great Patriotic War, which acts as a “founding myth” within the framework of the memory policy of modern Russia. The latter suggests that the model of positioning the USSR within the framework of the game universe is aimed both at destroying the remnants of Soviet identity and at the erosion of in-group favoritism of Russians who perceive the events of the Soviet period in a deideologized way, as an empirical justification for claims to the special prestige of their own model of self-determination. The creators of the semantic core of the Metro universe do not so much represent certain events and fill them with socio-political meaning, as they retransmit ideological and value models created by others. It is important to note that the negative positioning of the Soviet period in this case was not built into the “past — present” dichotomy, within the framework of which modernity would act as the result of a return to a conditionally “normal” model of socio-political development.
CONSPIRACY DISCOURSE OF RUSSIAN COVID-DISSIDENTS IN SOCIAL NETWORKS (ON THE EXAMPLE OF VIRTUAL COMMUNITIES IN VKONTAKTE)
Authors:   Sociological Institute of the RAS, branch of the Federal Research Sociological Center of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Golbraikh Vladimir
Published: November 2024

This paper examines the conspiracy discourse of Russian covid-dissidents. The use of conspiracy theories is typical of radical covid dissidents who have become more active in recent times. Social networks play a significant role in the spread of conspiracy theories. As part of the study, it was decided to limit ourselves to the consideration of virtual anti-vaccination communities created in the largest social media in Russia - Vkontakte. These communities are a significant resource for anti-vaccine mobilization.To analyze the posts of online communities, manual quantitative content analysis was used. The study showed an intense discussion of issues related to covid-19. At the same time, the analysis revealed a clear increase in the discussion of the pandemic in November 2021 around the preparation for the adoption of laws on QR codes in the State Duma. The analysis revealed a significant proportion of conspiracy posts. As the study showed, almost all known conspiracy theories related to the covid-19 pandemic and appearing in various states were present to varying degrees in the analyzed online communities. In general, the authors most often addressed three topics: the use of the covid-19 virus to establish total control; the role of globalist forces and the use of covid-19 to fight for power in Russia or a conspiracy of part of the elites. At the same time, the study revealed that different conspiracy theories were brought to the fore in different communities, which is partly due to the organizers of the communities using them, for example, to draw attention to certain protests. The analysis showed a weak digital participation of network users. On the other hand, as the study revealed, other social media played a serious role in the spread of conspiracy theories.
THE CHINESE COMMUNIST PARTY AND GENERATION Z POLITICAL PARTICIPATION IN CHINA
Authors:   ITMO University, Tolstikova Irina I. , Ignatjeva Olga ,   St. Petersburg State University, Nezhdanov Vladimir ,   Tyumen State University,   The Russian Presidential Academy of National Economy and Public Administration,   The Diplomatic Academy of the Russian Foreign Ministry, Pletnev Alexander ,   St. Petersburg University of the Russian Interior Ministry
Published: November 2024

The leadership of modern China is concerned about creating a system of succession in power from the older generation to the younger, so its experience in the field of youth policy and the co-optation of talented youth into power is valuable and can be partially borrowed by other countries facing similar problems. In political theory, political participation is differentiated into conventional and non-conventional. The authorities of each country are interested in the development of the first direction. But even in a country as ideologically cohesive as China, non-conventional forms of participation cannot be avoided, which is partly facilitated by Internet activity. This article will look at examples of non-conventional participation in the anti-COVID movement in China and the extradition bill in Hong Kong. However, we are more interested in the conventional participation of young people, its causes and the contribution of the CCP and the Chinese political leadership to this form of political activity. The purpose of this study is to analyze the features of the political participation of Chinese youth and the role of the CCP in building youth policy to enhance this participation. This study consists of four sections that allow us to comprehensively consider the stated issues: an analysis of the characteristics of the perception of the CCP by young people, the main forms of youth political participation, the role of digital media to enhance the political participation of Chinese youth, and political participation in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of China. The study uses sources in Chinese and English, which makes it possible to convey important, but inaccessible for objective reasons, information to a wide range of readers. The study was carried out in the theoretical and methodological paradigm of constructivism based on general theoretical methods of analysis and synthesis and the empirical method of case-study.
“WATER CONFLICTS” IN CENTRAL ASIA: THE LIKELIHOOD OF ESCALATION AND PREVENTION OPTIONS
Authors:   Institute of World Economy and International Relations RAS, Golunov Serghei
Published: November 2024

Numerous forecasts emphasize the danger of escalating conflicts over freshwater resources in Central Asia due to such factors, as limited availability of water resources across much of the region, rapid population growth, adverse consequences of the global warming, and contradictions between agricultural and energy needs of the region’s states. Despite the relatively abundant research on the issue of water scarcity in Central Asia, the analyses of potential causes of conflict escalation and of the range of actors of these potential conflicts do look fragmentary and not sufficiently logical. Findings of most studies seem outdated and not paying due attention to the interplay between water issues and energy security. This article is devoted to complex analysis of the role of those factors that could potentially lead to an exacerbation of water conflicts in Central Asia. The author concludes that the escalation of conflicts over Central Asian water resources is by no means inevitable and not even the most likely scenario. Countries of the region have a wide range of opportunities to prevent the exacerbation of the issue. This could involve efforts to save water, gaining access to additional water resources, and achieving interstate compromises to mitigate tensions between upstream and downstream states regarding seasonal water distribution. However, taking advantage of these opportunities is also challenging given a range of economic and political obstacles. This brings a lot of uncertainty into the future developments.
COGNITIVE WARS IN THE CONDITIONS OF DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION OF SOCIETY AND THE STATE
Authors:   St. Petersburg State University, Kurochkin Alexandr , Emelyanov Sergey ,   National Drama Theatre of Russia (Alexandrinsky Theatre)
Published: November 2024

In the conditions of cardinal digital transformations of the economy, the socio-cultural environment, the processes of making and implementing political and administrative decisions, a number of new, previously unseen challenges and risks arise that significantly affect a person's cognitive abilities, change his way of thinking and habitual decision-making models. The study of such changes becomes particularly relevant in the case of an analysis of tools, technologies and strategies for conducting information, psychological, mental, cognitive wars that fully utilize the arsenal provided by the digital revolution.

The main goal of this study is to analyze the distinctive features of cognitive wars (as the youngest kind of non—kinetic wars), to identify their potential and goals from the point of view of destabilizing public consciousness, as well as to determine what place communicative effectiveness can take in this analysis. The author paid special attention to the analysis of instability and uncertainty of the socio-political environment as the main source of psychoemotional uncertainty of citizens and its destructive consequences. Conclusions are drawn about the necessary methodological foundations for analyzing the mechanisms of conducting cognitive wars and developing effective preventive strategies.
THE PHENOMENON OF DIGITAL DEMOCRACY: MODERN THEORETICAL DILEMMAS
Authors:   St. Petersburg State University, Gutorov Vladimir
Published: November 2024

Analysis of the origins and main aspects of digital democracy is currently one of the highest priorities in modern social sciences. Theoretical approaches related to understanding this phenomenon often look unexpected and even paradoxical (for instance, the F.N. Howard’ s hypothesis on the digital origins of modern dictatorships and democracies, etc.). In this regard, quite natural questions arise. Is the current global trend towards the formation of digital democracy a purely evolutionary phenomenon? Or did a new type of democracy emerge as a consequence of a “new type of revolution” that formed its characteristic structures of political power and corresponding forms of hierarchical subordination and domination? Should this revolution be considered democratic or is it a different type of political revolution? Is it possible to record the process of formation of new political elites that are developing within the framework of digital democracy, which are replacing the traditional capitalist elites? Or are we just seeing another transformation of traditional power structures? It is very characteristic that many theoretical generalizations based on the analysis of political processes in those countries that experts have traditionally classified as the “third world” for many decades are subsequently used to analyze political processes in the United States and Western Europe and vice versa. This fact in itself indicates that digital democracy is viewed as a universal phenomenon, which in various contexts, depending on historical and political circumstances, can be interpreted both positively and purely negatively. In modern Western political theory, most definitions of digital democracy are, in one way or another, related to the analysis of various versions of liberal democracy. Its distinctive feature is increased variability - from a purely positive to a completely neutral or even critical interpretation of the latter. The very diversity of definitions is a significant confirmation that theoretical debates around digital democracy are not limited exclusively to the academic sphere and often acquire diverse and quite clearly expressed ideological shades. The initial problem is whether digital democracy is capable of bringing something qualitatively new to politics in theoretical and practical terms compared to other models of democracy.
Distribution and antibiotic resistance patterns of Pseudomonas aeruginosa across different point sources of pollution in the Buriganga River, Bangladesh
Authors: Sharif Dilara I , Amin Forsan , Mehbub Md. Hasib , Ratul Rakibul Islam
Published: November 2024

Pseudomonas aeruginosa is a pathogenic bacterium widely distributed in the environment, with increasing concerns about multidrug-resistant (MDR) strains in riverine systems. In this study, we assessed the antibiotic resistance of 50 P. aeruginosa isolates from surface water samples collected at seven distinct sites along the Buriganga River. Antibiotic sensitivity was tested using the Kirby–Bauer Disk Diffusion method. The results showed widespread antibiotic resistance, with 88% of isolates resistant to cefotaxime and tetracycline, followed by 48% resistance to cefepime and 24% to ciprofloxacin. Conversely, most isolates were susceptible to penicillin, aminoglycosides, carbapenems, and fluoroquinolone-class antibiotics, with sensitivity rates of 100, 98, 92, 94, and 96%, respectively. Thirteen isolates (26%) were classified as MDR, predominantly from point-source pollution sites such as industries, medical waste, and municipal waste discharges. Notably, 4% of isolates exhibited resistance to both imipenem and meropenem, raising concerns about the spread of carbapenem-resistant P. aeruginosa in the river. This study highlights the contamination of river water with antibiotic-resistant P. aeruginosa and its potential transmission through aquatic systems. Proper waste management and treatment are critical to controlling the spread of MDR isolates, which pose risks to both public health and the environment.
ENHANCING THE CONTRACTUAL PROVISION FOR SUSPENSION OF WORK IN MALAYSIA: A COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS WITH EMPHASIS ON A CASE STUDY OF GOVERNMENT CONTRACT FORM PWD203A
Authors: Ahmad Anuar Anisha Shazwani , Mohd-Danuri Mohd Suhaimi , Mahdzir Mazura , Mustafa Muhammad Hadi , Syed Khuzzan Sharifah Mazlina
Published: November 2024

The government possesses the authority to halt or delay work on-site, either partially or entirely, through the suspension of works as outlined in Clause 50 of the Public Work Department’s PWD203A contract form. However, the global outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic has revealed the lack of attention towards the proper implementation of work suspension. This study proposes for the improvement of contractual procedures and provisions on the suspension of works of government projects. It addresses the issues pertaining to work suspension in construction projects, examines the existing contract provision in the contract forms, and suggests enhancements of government project contracts. Through a comparative analysis and case study approach focusing on PWD203A, this study identifies the need for establishing clear suspension of work activities, and a fair time restriction mechanism as crucial enhancements to be incorporated into contractual provisions of work suspension. Subsequently, an expert validation process validates the proposed enhancement of the contractual provisions. These findings offer stakeholders valuable insights into practical solutions for more effective management of work suspension of government projects.
DIGITIZING TREE INVENTORY USING GIS FOR EFFECTIVE LANDSCAPE MONITORING IN PUNCAK ISKANDAR, PERAK, MALAYSIA
Authors: Abdullah Suzanah , Mohd Hussain Nur Huzeima , Che Hashim Izrahayu , Hashim Haslina
Published: November 2024

Conventional inventories may struggle to comply with long-term planning and adaptability in changing landscape planning and management. Therefore, digitizing inventories through a GIS-integrated system enhances better platform foresight, offering efficiency, and accuracy with advanced technologies in assisting landscape planning and management. This information aids in making informed decisions about tree care, preservation, and landscape design, promoting sustainable management practices and enhancing the overall quality of the environment. This study's objective is to collect accurate and detailed spatial data on tree locations and attributes within a specified area for efficient analysis and visualization. This study adopted Geographic Information System (GIS) technology to record, analyse, and visualise the collected data, enabling spatial analysis, mapping, as well as informed decision-making. The aim of this study is to provide a robust and reliable tool for the community, professionals, planners, and arborists to effectively manage, monitor, and preserve trees towards sustainable land use practices, and a resilient environment.
DIGITALISATION IN BUILT HERITAGE TOWARDS PROMOTING A CONSERVATION MANAGEMENT PLAN BY NATIONAL HERITAGE ACT 2005: ASSESSING THE DIFFICULTIES IN MANAGING DATA INFORMATION DURING CONSERVATION PROCESS OF HERITAGE BUILDING IN MALAYSIA
Authors: Baharuddin Mohd Nurfaisal , Bahardin Nur Fadhilah , Nawawi Abdul Hadi , Harun Siti Norlizaiha , Hussain Afifuddin Husairi
Published: November 2024

Malaysia possesses a rich tangible cultural heritage, and efforts are underway to preserve and manage it through heritage data documentation and information systems. Built heritage data documentation plays a vital role in heritage conservation and management by recording and documenting information about existing buildings and heritage sites. Despite the importance of these heritage data systems for site management, conservation, and public mediation, their implementation faces challenges. To better understand these challenges, this paper presents a qualitative study conducted through focus group interviews with stakeholders and conservation experts on 14th to 15th June 2023. The primary objective is to investigate deficiencies in current heritage data documentation practices, particularly in the context of large data management and knowledge sharing among heritage conservation stakeholders. As a result, the study proposes a theme on issues related to heritage data documentation and information.
ESTIMATION OF CARBON STORAGE AND SEQUESTRATION OF IPOH URBAN TREES FOR VOLUNTARY CARBON MARKET
Authors: Amir Atikah Fukaihah , Meor Razali Meor Abdullah Zaidi , Yeok Foong Swee , Khozaei Fatemeh , Borhan Ruwaidah
Published: November 2024

Ipoh has strategies to sequester carbon by establishing a tree-planting program and increasing carbon storage in urban trees. The tree-planting program provides many environmental and social benefits. Hence, this research aims to quantify the mitigation of CO2 in the atmosphere by trees in the selected area which is Taman DR Seenivasagam for a pilot case study. The research objectives are to measure the carbon storage and sequestration of urban trees and to value the carbon credit for nature conservation. For the tree plant identification, carbon storage and sequestration were analysed using physical observation and a systematic literature review. A total of 220 trees were analysed and the total net carbon sequestration is estimated at 10,468.22 kg C/year, and the price for voluntary carbon credit in nature-based offset is estimated at USD 9.74 per year. This finding is an eye-opener to the community and policymakers: it signifies that every tree has a market value.
BEYOND COMFORT: UNMASKING THE SYNERGY BETWEEN HUMAN NEEDS AND ENVIRONMENTAL BEHAVIOUR
Authors: Abu Bakar Aisyah
Published: November 2024

This research empirically investigated the relationship between environmental behaviour [EB] and meeting human needs based on Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs [HON] within the realm of Subjective Well-Being [SWB] and Human Interdependence [HI]. Research Questions: Does EB increase when human needs are conveniently satisfied? Can EB increase even if human needs are unmet, and if so, which human needs have little effect on EB? Purpose: This paper determines the variance of EB across the convenience and difficulty of meeting human needs. Approach: Mann-Whitney U test was conducted to determine the variance of EB across the convenience and difficulty of meeting 24 human needs. Findings: EB significantly increased with the convenience of meeting 13 human needs. Neither convenience nor difficulty of addressing the other 11 human needs affect EB, indicating their unlikeliness to have an impact on EB. Furthermore, EB can evolve independently of meeting human needs.
THE VALUE OF ARTS AND CULTURE: A CASE STUDY ON CREATIVE PLACEMAKING IN HIN BUS DEPOT, PENANG, MALAYSIA
Authors: Isa Mohd Ismail , Shan Ang Qiao
Published: November 2024

The arts and cultural sector are essential in sustaining George Town, Penang's UNESCO World Heritage Status. Creative placemaking incorporating the power of arts and culture can add value to the city's public space design. It involves revitalising abandoned public spaces to enhance neighbourhoods and strengthen local communities. This study aims to discover community participation and awareness in arts and culture. They are taking Hin Bus Depot, a creative hub in the heart of George Town, as the case study examines the impacts of creative placemaking projects on the community. In this context, creative placemaking is the approach that integrates arts and culture into a public space to enable transformation while also building character and quality of place. To test the hypothesis that arts and culture can positively impact the community, an online questionnaire survey was distributed to the locals and visitors of Penang. Respondents were asked about demographics, engagement, and awareness of arts and culture. The results showed the community's positive relationship with arts and culture and the success of Hin Bus Depot in bringing beneficial impact. The community's engagement in arts and culture has increased, contributing to the support of George Town's local arts scene. The concept of creative placemaking should be considered to promote better urban design in the future.
CARVING SUCCESSFUL PUBLIC SPACES ALONG HISTORIC URBAN RIVERSCAPES
Authors: Mat Nayan Nadiyanti , Khamis Mohd Khedzir , S Jones David
Published: November 2024

Recreational activities along urban waterways has gained popularity since the 1970s and efforts are underway to enhance public access to waterfront locations. Consequently, this resurgence has spurred the development of diverse public open spaces along riverbanks, offering various means of engagement with the river ecosystem. In the case of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, the historical significance of the confluence of Sungai Klang and Sungai Gombak dated back to the 1850s. This paper examines on how these historic urban rivers of Kuala Lumpur portrayed as a successful public space based on four qualities highlighted by the Project for Public Spaces: Sociability, Uses and Activities, Access and Linkages, as well as Comfort and Images. To study the applicability of these qualities, a comprehensive site observation was conducted using a checklist provided by the Project for Public Spaces. The findings from this case study confirmed the relevance of these criteria and underscore the significance of an integrated approach to foster successful public spaces, particularly in accentuating the unique attributes of historic urban rivers.
FEAR OF COVID-19, LANDSCAPE SPATIAL CONFIGURATION AND ENVIRONMENTAL SATISFACTION IN URBAN PARKS
Authors: Hou Fei , Marzbali Massoomeh Hedayati
Published: November 2024

The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the mobility, accessibility dynamics and user behaviours in urban parks. A prevalent concern among park users is the heightened fear associated with the potential transmission of COVID-19, leading to apprehensions about personal health and perceived infection risks. However, at present, there is limited understanding of how park users perceive this public health crisis, along with the safety and satisfaction in urban parks after the spread of the pandemic. This study investigates the mediating role of fear of COVID-19 on the relationship between landscape spatial configuration and environmental satisfaction in urban parks. The study, which was conducted in Lanzhou, China, involved 450 urban park users (231 females, 219 males) aged between 18 and 75 years. Analytical findings reveal that urban park landscape spatial configuration affects fear of COVID-19 and environmental satisfaction. Furthermore, such fear negatively predicts environmental satisfaction. Importantly, the study establishes the mediating role of fear of COVID-19 in shaping the link between urban park landscape spatial configuration and environmental satisfaction. The implications of the results are discussed in conjunction with the relevant literature, thereby providing valuable insights for urban park planners and policymakers. Based on the study findings, an adaptive design of urban parks in the event of pandemics or health crises can be conceptualised to avoid the loss of users and contribute to resilience planning in urban design and public health.
ANALYSIS OF THE END-USER RESPONSES TOWARDS BIOPHILIC DESIGN IMPLEMENTATION IN MALAYSIAN PRIVATE HOSPITALS
Authors: Zakaria Nurul Zalifah , Ahmad Suriati , Amir Atikah Fukaihah
Published: November 2024

Hospitals are the central place to get treatment, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic that badly hit the world. Significantly, hospitals need a healing environment promoting health and well-being. One initiative is integrating biophilic design as done by international hospital building design to maximise the human-nature relationship in a hospital environment. Hence, the positive impacts of green hospitals enable biophilic design to be applied in Malaysia. Therefore, this study aims to identify the successful implementation of biophilic design for space planning in Malaysian green hospitals. A questionnaire survey method with two hundred respondents was conducted, and the questionnaire survey data were analysed using Statistical Package for Social Science (SPSS). From the analysis of the end-user responses, ten biophilic design elements have been discovered to help improve the health and well-being of the hospital end users, including patients, staff and visitors. These research findings further demonstrate the potential of biophilic design to be implemented in Malaysian private hospital designs to enhance the healing environment supporting the medical health care system.