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Grenzen der Kultur: Autobiographien und Reisebeschreibungen zwischen Okzident und Orient
Authors: Ezli Özkan
Published: January 2025

Islam und Christentum sind keine Gegensätze, die als Opposition von Vormoderne und Moderne erfasst werden können. Aber obwohl den fragwürdigen Etikettierungen von Menschen nach Kulturen, Kulturkreisen oder religiösen Traditionen vielfach abgeschworen wird, fehlen bis heute differenzierte Untersuchungen zum Verhältnis von Orient und Okzident.

Kulturen mit Verweis auf ihre religiösen Traditionen voneinander abzugrenzen, ist tief in den wissenschaftlichen wie gesellschaftspolitischen Erzählungen der Moderne verankert - und das nicht nur im Okzident, sondern auch im Orient. Özkan Ezlis Studie zeigt jedoch, dass es fruchtbarer ist, den Strategien der Abgrenzung und den Gründen für Missverständnisse nachzugehen, an denen sich die Horizonte des Kulturellen und damit die Grenzen der Kultur abzeichnen.

Dem sowohl in der Literaturwissenschaft wie auch in der Orientalistik vorherrschenden Eindruck, dass der Orient weder Autobiographie noch literarische Reisebeschreibungen kenne, hält der Autor seine literaturwissenschaftlich-kultursoziologische Analyse von westeuropäischen, arabischen und türkischen Texten aus dem 19. und 20. Jahrhundert entgegen. Der Hinweis auf die vorgeblich fehlende Säkularisierungs- und Desakralisierungsgeschichte in der arabischen und türkischen Kultur ist angesichts von historischen Reiseerfahrungen und Bildungserlebnissen bestenfalls noch bedingt zutreffend. Ezlis Lektüren von wichtigen, aber bisher kaum rezipierten Texten machen Modelle von Individuation, Subjekt- und Kulturkonstitution sichtbar, die obwohl sie auf politische Kulturen in Orient und Okzident hinweisen, zugleich so verschieden und komplex sind, dass sie mit den groben Unterscheidungen Islam/Christentum und Moderne/Vormoderne nicht erfasst werden können. Eine neue Konfiguration von Orient und Okzident wird sichtbar.
Karl Kraus und Peter Altenberg: Eine Typologie moderner Haltungen
Authors: Ganahl Simon
Published: January 2025

Die Fotografie von »Karl Kraus und Peter Altenberg im Adriatischen Meere« stellt keinen Zusammenhang dar, sondern setzt einen Unterschied in Szene.

Anstatt sich anzulächeln, vielleicht den Arm auf die Schulter gelegt, wie es Freunde im Moment der Aufnahme gerne tun, verkehrt sich der eine im andern. Aber dieses Bild ist nicht nur eine Momentaufnahme, sondern ein Diagramm, das die historische Wirklichkeit verdichtet. Abgesehen von Karl Kraus und Peter Altenberg zeigt es auch die Typen K. K. und P. A., die mehr als österreichische Schriftsteller sind - Akteure und Aktanten zugleich. Ganahls dramatische Studie erkundet die modernen Haltungen, die in den Werken der beiden Autoren zum Ausdruck kommen. Im Zentrum stehen dabei die Dritte Walpurgisnacht, die Kraus 1933 verfasste, und Altenbergs Pròdromos, der 1905 erschien. Im Fall von K. K. heißt die leitende Frage: Was konnte man 1933 in Wien von der nationalsozialistischen Machtergreifung wahrnehmen, wenn man der medialen Berichterstattung folgte? Ihre Beantwortung führt den Hintergrund der »kakanischen« Kritik vor Augen, wonach die Massenmedien die Vorstellungskraft zerstören. Bei P. A. geht es hingegen um den eigentümlichen Markt der Existenzweisen von 1905, auf dem Lebensreformer, Rassenhygieniker und Reklameberater mögliche Identitäten anbieten. Fern davon, sich auf ein Angebot festzulegen, sucht der »panische« Essayismus jene Rollen, die das Leben stärken, und findet überall Quellen der Lust. Als Entwurf einer literarischen Ethik schlägt das Buch am Ende die Brücke zur Gegenwart: In einem Dialog treffen K. K. und P. A. auf gegenwärtige Passanten.
Kant und die Imagination der Tiere
Authors: Villinger Rahel
Published: January 2025

Kants Reflexionen über die Tiere eröffnen einen bisher übersehenen Zugang zu seiner Konzeption menschlicher Anschauung und Einbildungskraft.

In ihrem Buch zeigt Rahel Villinger, wie Kants Ästhetik, Erkenntnis- und Geschichtstheorie vor dem Hintergrund der Annahme eines tierischen Erkenntnisvermögens durch Anschauung und Einbildungskraft völlig neu lesbar werden.
Análisis de estrategias digitales de contenidos y su influencia en la imagen corporativa empresarial
Authors: Castañeda Vera Aldo Vicente , España Salvador Rommy Andrea
Published: January 2025

En el entorno digital actual, las empresas buscan fortalecer su imagen corporativa a través de estrategias de contenido que les permitan conectar mejor con su audiencia. El problema que aborda el presente artículo radica en la falta de una estrategia digital de contenidos que evidencie realmente la filosofía y valores institucionales, lo que se ve reflejado en una imagen corporativa inconsistente o negativa. El objetivo de este artículo es analizar cómo estas estrategias influyen en la percepción y la imagen corporativa de las empresas, y cómo su correcta implementación puede fortalecer la marca empresarial en un entorno digital cada vez más competitivo. Esta investigación se ha realizado mediante un enfoque mixto, aplicando técnicas de análisis cualitativo y cuantitativo. Se emplearon encuestas a clientes digitales y entrevistas con expertos en marketing y comunicación digital para comprender la importancia de la estrategia digital en la imagen corporativa. Los resultados del estudio revelan que una estrategia digital de contenidos consistente y alineada con los valores corporativos genera una percepción positiva entre los consumidores. En conclusión, una estrategia digital de contenidos bien planificada y ejecutada es crucial para fortalecer la imagen corporativa de una empresa.
Análisis de la producción de noticias con inteligencia artificial y el impacto en la percepción de la audiencia
Authors: Jammell Andrea Cayambe Vinueza , Argudo Palomeque Fabián Vladimir
Published: January 2025

La inteligencia artificial ha revolucionado la producción de noticias, transformando la forma en que se recopila, procesa y distribuye la información. Su implementación ha permitido generar contenidos de manera más rápida y personalizada, optimizando procesos, sin embargo, esta innovación plantea desafíos éticos y profesionales que afectan la calidad periodística, la seguridad y privacidad de datos, los desafíos laborales, así como a la percepción del público frente a incorporación de esta innovación tecnológica y metodológica dentro del ámbito de la comunicación. La presente investigación tiene como objetivo analizar el uso de la inteligencia artificial en la producción de noticias y su impacto en la percepción de la audiencia. La metodología utilizada empleó un enfoque mixto secuencial explicativo. En una primera etapa se recolectaron datos cualitativos y cuantitativos a través de entrevistas a profundidad a expertos, así como encuestas que permitieron analizar el impacto de la inteligencia artificial en la producción de noticias y su influencia en la percepción de la audiencia. En conclusión, la inteligencia artificial ha demostrado ser una herramienta eficaz para agilizar la generación de contenido, personalizar noticias, pero también plantea desafíos éticos y riesgos asociados a la posible difusión de información sesgada.
Estrategias digitales para el posicionamiento de marca en el ámbito de la construcción en Quito, Ecuador
Authors: Cueva Carrera Ximena Paulina , Álvarez Gavilanes Juan Edmundo
Published: January 2025

La digitalización ha revolucionado diversos sectores económicos a nivel global, esto también implica el sector de la construcción y en el Ecuador no ha sido la excepción. Estas empresas se enfrentan al desafío de diferenciarse y posicionarse en la mente del consumidor y stakeholders. De ahí que, las estrategias digitales emergen como herramientas esenciales para alcanzar su público objetivo. Este sector es un pilar fundamental para el desarrollo económico del país, sin embargo, la baja adopción de estrategias digitales, la desconexión con las tendencias, la falta de personal especializado, en temas de comunicación estratégica y la resistencia al cambio, limitan el posicionamiento de marca. Por lo antes expuesto, surge la necesidad de investigar y analizar qué estrategias digitales se usan con mayor frecuencia para el posicionamiento de marca en el ámbito de la construcción. Esta investigación, parte de la observación de las estrategias digitales, aplicadas en redes sociales, con un enfoque cuali – cuantitativo, para evaluar la efectividad de las estrategias utilizadas en redes sociales, para lo cual se tomó como caso de estudio la empresa Impertek GT de la ciudad de Quito. Como conclusión un plan de estrategias digitales efectivas posibilita el posicionamiento de marcas asociadas al ámbito de la construcción.
El impacto de la comunicación audiovisual de TikTok en la difusión de noticias en Cuenca, Ecuador
Authors: Espinoza Japa María Eulalia , Rodríguez Manzano José Luis
Published: January 2025

En la actualidad la comunicación audiovisual en TikTok, no solo busca informar o entretener sino también generar interacción inmediata, viralidad y conexión emocional con los usuarios, adaptándose al formato móvil y a las tendencias de consumo. En Cuenca, Ecuador, TikTok se posiciona como una plataforma emergente para el acceso a la información noticiosa, por lo que surge la necesidad de analizar este fenómeno contemporáneo. El objetivo del presente estudio es analizar el impacto de la comunicación audiovisual de TikTok en la difusión de noticias en Cuenca, e identificar las tendencias y patrones de consumo noticioso. La metodología empleada fue de enfoque mixto de tipo no experimental y de corte transversal con un muestreo sistemático de los contenidos noticiosos en TikTok, mediante la observación y análisis de métricas, así como también se realizaron entrevistas a profundidad. Los resultados revelan que los primeros segundos de visualización del contenido son determinantes en la retención y visibilidad del contenido, así como la calidad visual y la estructura de la noticia, son factores importantes para captar la atención de la audiencia. En conclusión, los elementos audiovisuales presentes en las noticias difundidas a través de TikTok demuestran un impacto significativo en la manera en que se transmiten y consumen noticias en Cuenca.
Comunicación pública generada a través de Facebook: impacto en la percepción ciudadana en Cuenca, Ecuador
Authors: Romero Estrada María Patricia , Álvarez Gavilanes Juan Edmundo
Published: January 2025

La gestión de la comunicación es de gran importancia en las organizaciones públicas, ya que cumple una función estratégica, es así que surge la necesidad de analizar los canales digitales, principalmente Facebook y su efectividad, para identificar oportunidades de mejora. La metodología utilizada en esta investigación fue de enfoque cuantitativo y cualitativo, efectuándose un análisis de contenido en las cuentas oficiales de Facebook de las instituciones públicas de Cuenca, así como también se realizaron encuestas por muestreo a conveniencia sobre un universo de comunicadores institucionales y entrevistas a profundidad a expertos. Los resultados evidencian que la gestión de la comunicación institucional se encuentra ligada a los canales digitales y a las redes sociales, con énfasis en Facebook, permitiendo una comunicación más inmediata, que, si bien genera contenido de carácter público, no logra interacción y pone en duda su efectividad. En conclusión, la gestión de la comunicación digital en el sector público a través de Facebook en las instituciones públicas de Cuenca no ha logrado obtener resultados significativos por lo que se sugiere crear estrategias de contenidos más efectivos que logren crear confianza y fortalezca la relación entre la institución pública y la comunidad.
Contenido audiovisual del podcast y su impacto en la educomunicación escolar en la ciudad de Ambato, Ecuador
Authors: Sánchez León Byron Wilfrido , Zamora Arízaga Renato Xavier
Published: January 2025

En el ámbito académico, los contenidos de los podcasts audiovisuales educomunicativos destacan su importancia por el aporte innovador de conocimientos y la promoción del aprendizaje en el entorno escolar. La comunidad infantil se ha visto inmersa en el mundo tecnológico y digital, lo que ha dado paso a cambios culturales, educativos y comunicativos. Actualmente, los podcasts educomunicativos se enfrentan a grandes retos para poder posicionarse en el contexto educativo, ya que carecen de estrategias efectivas de avance, visibilidad y de contenido, lo que ha limitado su alcance e impacto en la audiencia, a diferencia de los podcasts de entretenimiento. Por tanto, es necesario evaluar el contenido audiovisual de los podcasts de formación para promover el aprendizaje en el ámbito educomunicativo. La metodología que se aplicó en esta investigación fue de enfoque mixto, enmarcada en un estudio de carácter exploratorio mediante un muestreo sobre el uso de los podcasts educomunicativos, con la aplicación de entrevistas y encuestas, lo que permitió obtener resultados claros sobre la influencia de los podcasts audiovisuales e identificar nuevas dinámicas y desafíos en la educomunicación escolar en la ciudad de Ambato, Ecuador. En conclusión, los resultados resaltan cómo los contenidos de los podcasts audiovisuales generan impacto en el ámbito de la educomunicación.
The Impact of Job Insecurity on Depressive Symptoms of Parents
Authors: Gumà Lao Jordi , Baranowska-Rataj Anna
Published: January 2025

The negative effects of unemployment can go beyond the person who is directly affected. In this issue of Perspectives Demogràfiques we examine the relationship between unemployment of adult children and their parents’ mental health. The results show that parents with an unemployed child or children present a higher average of depressive symptoms than their counterparts whose children are all employed. The magnitude of the effect varies among countries. Those that are more family centred with a less protective welfare state (in southern and eastern Europe) show the worst values. In Spain, the impact is similar for mothers and fathers, although this additional effect is notable for mothers since it implies their showing values that are higher than that at which the clinical manifestation of depression appears. The impact of unemployment of offspring is non-existent among parents with a higher level of education. Taken together, the results are an invitation to contemplate a multigenerational approach in the study of mental health in the elderly population.
WEAR RESISTANCE OF MAG CLADDED 27MnCrB5-2 BASE MATERIAL WITH THE SG3 SOLID WIRE
Authors:   University of Maribor, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering Maribor, Slovenia, Novak David , Vuherer Tomaž ,   University of Maribor, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering Maribor, Slovenia
Published: January 2025

Cladding is one of the most commonly used technologies for extending the lifespan of wear-exposed products and surface hardening. This work presents cladding using the MAG process, where, during the experimental part of the research, the filler material BÖHLER SG 3 in the form of wire was clad onto the base material (27MnCrB5-2). We applied one, two, and three layers of cladding. It is known that cladding creates a dilution zone between the base and filler material, which is most visible in single-layer cladding. Our primary interest of research was how the number of cladding layers affects the hardness and wear resistance of the top layer of the cladding. The cladding was performed using a robot in a robotic cell, where we produced nine samples. We then conducted a wear test to ASTM G65 standard on a custom-made SLO-ASTM G65 testing machine. The samples were later halved, and the specimens were prepared for laboratory work, where we examined them and measured hardness and the dilution zone. None of the measurements showed significant differences in wear resistance and hardness. A slight deviation was observed only in the sample with three layers, which proved slightly more resistant than the samples with one and two layers.
Long-term emissions scenarios for India's energy power sector: An analysis using the India Energy Policy Simulator
Authors: Agarwal Varun , Chakrabarty Subrata , Biju Devadathan , Swamy Deepthi
Published: January 2025

India’s commitment to achieving 50% of its installed electricity capacity from non-fossil sources by 2030 reflects its ambitious vision under the Paris Agreement. However, coal is projected to remain a dominant energy source, contributing over half of the electricity generation in 2030. With electricity demand expected to quadruple by 2050, driven by increased electrification and green hydrogen uptake, transitioning to a low-carbon power sector is vital for achieving India’s net-zero emissions target by 2070.
Sustainable development and environmental movements in India: the quest for ecological justice
Authors: Lahiry Sujit
Published: January 2025

Environmental discourses have now become a prime concern of all ecological activists, policy planners as well as the politicians. Environmental issues were seriously debated and discussed by scholars within the domain of International Relations (IR) with the passage of ‘The Limits to Growth’ thesis of 1972. In 1987, the concept of Sustainable Development got a concrete shape when it was put forward by the so-called Bruntland Commission Report. Sustainable Development emphasizes on the development needs of not only for the present generation, but also future generations. Subsequently, this became the focal point and basis of all further debates on environmental protection and conservation in international conferences. These discussions on ecological justice led to the proliferation of many environmental movements in India. The ‘Narmada Bachao Andolan’, the ‘Chipko Movement’ and the ‘Chilika Bachao Andolan’ are the three of the prominent ecological movements launched in independent India to safeguard the Earth. This paper seeks to understand and analyze what, how and when these environmental issues and movements propelled the growth of a nascent and indigenous ecological justice movement in India in the 21st century. It also probes into the debate between ‘modernists’ and ‘ecoradicals’ as well as the debate between ‘deep ecology’ and ‘shallow ecology’ in the quest for ecological justice.
Cinco nomes, um traçado urbano e dois centros históricos
Authors: Oliveira de Souza Cardoso Flora , Xico Costa Francisco
Published: January 2025

O centro tradicional de João Pessoa deriva de mais de quatro séculos de transformações urbanas que visavam atender a ideários urbanos, em tentativas frustradas por negar suas versões anteriores. A incompletude de planos e projetos gerou um centro que expressa suas diversas feições, seja a colonial de origem, a do ideário imperial e a de centro “modernizado”. Na década de 1980, propõe-se um novo olhar sobre esse espaço urbano, o de um sítio histórico urbano a ser preservado, gerando intervenções para recuperar as feições da antiga Cidade da Parahyba. Este artigo analisa as ações no Centro Histórico de João Pessoa entre as décadas de 1980 e 2010. O estudo foca na forma urbana e nas dinâmicas sociais que a moldaram, destacando as lacunas na preservação do patrimônio urbano. Além disso, o estudo morfológico ressalta a resiliência do traçado urbano de “cinco nomes” ao absorver atividades contemporâneas garantindo sua permanência no ainda centro funcional e simbólico da cidade. O método empregado foi o de “arqueologia virtual”, retrocedendo por camadas temporais a observação do espaço urbano para descobrir modificações e permanências expressando-as em mapas temáticos.
EL CURRICULUM COMPRENSIVO EN EL PROYECTO INTEGRADOR: UNA VÍA PARA FORMAR INVESTIGADORES
Authors: Núñez William , Briceño Magally , Meléndez Gómez Nelly Coromoto , Lucente Rosina
Published: January 2025

Esta investigación, tiene como objetivo analizar el papel del currículum comprensivo (CC) en la formación de investigadores.  Se parte del concepto que el CC es el medio mediante el cual se contextualizan los contenidos mediante procesos de participación que se producen entre estudiantes y profesores lo que permite mejoras en el proceso de docencia, investigación y extensión. Fuguet (2011), plantea que el currículum comprensivo requiere de   reflexión para la toma de decisiones, participación de los actores (profesores y estudiantes), análisis de las opciones para un consenso, empoderarse del conocimiento, focalizar objetivos claves, y la consideración de los docentes como transformadores y generadores de cambio. La investigación utilizó como enfoque el análisis de contenido de cinco proyectos integradores realizados por los estudiantes de diferentes asignaturas de la UNICyT.  La investigación demostró que el proyecto integrador, al estar enraizado en un currículo comprensivo, se erige como una herramienta poderosa para la formación de investigadores. Su capacidad para fusionar la teoría y la práctica, impulsar el trabajo colaborativo, fomentar la comunicación efectiva y cultivar competencias específicas de investigación lo convierten en un crisol donde se forjan las habilidades esenciales para la investigación base fundamental para el logro de las metas institucionales.
INTELIGENCIA ARTIFICIAL GENERATIVA DESDE LA PERSPECTIVA DE LA EDUCACIÓN SUPERIOR: ESTUDIO BIBLIOMÉTRICO
Authors: Jiménez Martínez Karla Alejandra , Gamboa Rodríguez Patricia Guadalupe , Betanzos Valenzuela Oscar Homero , Jiménez Arteaga Gabriela
Published: January 2025

El propósito del presente estudio fue analizar los resultados de una revisión bibliométrica sobre la Inteligencia Artificial Generativa (IAG) desde su utilización en las Instituciones de Educación Superior. El enfoque del estudio es cuantitativo, con un alcance exploratorio y de corte transversal para conocer las tendencias actuales sobre los artículos científicos al respecto del uso de la IAG en el contexto de la educación superior. Los principales resultados muestran que, de 2022 a 2024, se identifican 59 artículos con respecto al uso de la IAG en la educación superior, los principales exponentes son Barret, Pack, Dickson-Dane, Ka Yuk Chan, Lodge, Thompson y Corrin. Además, la Universidad de Hong Kong destaca con la mayor cantidad de publicaciones al respecto, siendo Australia el país con más documentos publicados. Las áreas de conocimiento que mayor relación presentan son educación superior, leyes, ciencias políticas, psicología y ciencias computacionales. Como principales hallazgos se observa que la mayoría de los estudios se relacionan a la plataforma de Open AI ChatGPT, de igual forma se encuentran estudios relacionados con las percepciones de los estudiantes y docentes sobre el uso de la IAG, el establecimiento de reglamentos y políticas para regular su uso, consideraciones éticas y retos al incorporar la IAG en la educación superior. Por lo anterior se observa que al momento la discusión se torna prioritariamente en sentar las bases para un uso responsable y crítico de la IAG en la educación superior, así como las consideraciones éticas que esto conlleva.
PRINCIPALES DIFICULTADES DESDE UNA PERSPECTIVA ANDRAGÓGICA QUE ENFRENTAN LOS PARTICIPANTES AL ELABORAR UNA TESIS DOCTORAL
Authors: Urbaneja Hernández Nelson Jesús , Jiménez Betzaida , Saldaña López Jesús Alcibíades , Ramos Jorge , Ojeda Martínez Gisela Josefina
Published: January 2025

Es una realidad que, al elaborar una tesis doctoral, la misma representa un verdadero desafío para la gran mayoría de los estudiantes que aspiran el grado de doctor. Estos desafíos están asociados a muchas causas, entre ellas las deficiencias de sus competencias investigativas que les impiden avanzar en cada capítulo de la tesis doctoral. El objetivo general de esta investigación es analizar las principales dificultades que enfrentan los estudiantes en la elaboración de una tesis doctoral desde una perspectiva Andragógica. La metodología utilizada está bajo un paradigma positivista, de tipo descriptiva, deductiva, aplicada, transversal de diseño de campo no experimental. Se utilizo la técnica de la encuesta y la población está conformada por 286 estudiantes que están elaborando tesis doctorales en universidades públicas y privadas de Panamá. Los resultados demuestran que las principales dificultades que enfrentan para elaborar la tesis doctoral son: no disponer de un buen asesor de tesis, deficiencias en el conocimiento de la metodología, elaboración del instrumento, el tiempo entre otras. Se concluye como hallazgo que el desafío principal que deben superar un estudiante al elaborar la tesis doctoral es tener que avanzar con un asesor de tesis que tiene unas competencias investigativas muy deficientes. Por otra parte, los estudiantes que desarrollan tesis doctorales bajo un modelo andragógico su principal dificultad es la falta de dedicación y la administración del tiempo.
REGULACIÓN Y ÉTICA EN EL DESARROLLO DE INTERFACES DE USUARIO IMPULSADAS POR IA
Authors: Montenegro-Rivera Ana Mercedes , Meza Josueth , Valladares-Correa Geovana Gabriela , Jácome-Ayala Paulina Johanna
Published: January 2025

El desarrollo de la inteligencia artificial (IA) en interfaces de usuario plantea desafíos significativos tanto en el ámbito ético como en el legal. Este artículo explora los vacíos regulatorios en la protección de los algoritmos generados por IA, con especial énfasis en la propiedad intelectual y los derechos de autor. La falta de claridad sobre la titularidad de las invenciones creadas por sistemas de IA genera incertidumbre jurídica y riesgos de apropiación indebida de innovaciones, lo que desincentiva la inversión y la innovación tecnológica. A nivel ético, se destacan aspectos como la transparencia, la rendición de cuentas y la prevención de sesgos discriminatorios, los cuales requieren regulaciones más claras para asegurar el uso responsable de la IA. Asimismo, se analiza la importancia de establecer marcos regulatorios flexibles y globales que fomenten tanto la protección de los desarrolladores como la equidad y justicia en el uso de esta tecnología. El estudio concluye que es esencial actualizar las normativas actuales para enfrentar los rápidos avances de la IA y promover la innovación responsable y la protección de los derechos fundamentales.
Oxidative stress markers and brainstem auditory evoked potential in premenopausal, perimenopausal and postmenopausal females
Authors: Ashraf Asma , Naeem Seher , Akram Madiha , Saeed Muniza
Published: January 2025

Objective: To measure biomarkers of oxidative stress and to determine hearing sensitivity by auditory brainstem response in premenopausal, perimenopausal and postmenopausal women.
Method: The cross-sectional, comparative study was conducted in the departments of Physiology and Audiology at the Post-Graduate Medical Institute, Lahore, and the Lahore General Hospital, Lahore, Pakistan, from November 2020 to November 2021, and comprised healthy female subjects grouped into premenopausal group 1, perimenopausal group 2 and postmenopausal group 3 as per their menstrual history. Blood samples were taken for measuring biological indicators of oxidative damage, while auditory integrity was assessed by measuring absolute latencies of waves I, III, V and interpeak latency of waves III and V at an intensity of 80dB by performing brainstem auditory evoked potential. Data was analysed using SPSS 23.
Results: Of the 45 subjects, 15(33.3%) with mean age 41.3±1.9 were in group 1, 15(33.3%) with mean age 46.7 ± 3.7 years were in group 2, and 15(33.3%) with mean age 55.8±2.7 years were in group 3. Significantly increased levels of thiobarbituric acid reactive substance were found in group 3 compared to groups 1 and 2 (p<0.05). Regarding auditory brainstem response, a significant increase was observed in absolute latencies of waves I, III, V and interpeak latency between waves III and V in group 3 compared to the other groups (p<0.05).
Conclusion: Oxidative stress had a debilitating impact on hearing sensitivity related to the menopausal status of women.
Key Words: Menopause, Oxidative stress, Brainstem auditory evoked potential.
Availability and utilisation of electronic health records for improved health care delivery at General Hospital, Ankpa, Kogi State, Nigeria
Authors: Akobe Oluwatosin Daniel , Yacim Hope , Kareem Onivehu AbdulRaheem
Published: January 2025

The study investigates the availability and utilization of electronic health records (EHR) at General Hospital, Ankpa, Kogi State, Nigeria. Employing a descriptive survey methodology, data was collected from 50 healthcare personnel through structured questionnaires. Results reveal that while basic EHR functionalities, such as recording patient contact information, medication lists, and surgical history, are available, their usage is limited due to inadequate infrastructure, unstable internet connectivity, insufficient training, and funding shortages. These barriers, particularly unreliable electricity and poor technological infrastructure, impede efficient EHR utilization, restricting the hospital’s capacity to implement advanced EHR features like clinical decision support and computerized provider order entry. The study identifies several actionable strategies to address these challenges, including enhanced ICT training for healthcare personnel, development of a user-friendly EHR interface, improved electricity access, and government funding to bolster technical support and digital infrastructure. Additionally, fostering a positive attitude toward EHR usage among hospital staff is crucial for promoting a smoother transition from paper-based to digital record-keeping. Recommendations emphasize the importance of coordinated governmental support in providing resources, training programs, and technical assistance to maximize EHR benefits, improve healthcare outcomes, and streamline clinical workflows. The findings highlight both the potential and limitations of EHR deployment in resource-limited settings, offering a roadmap for advancing digital health infrastructure in Nigeria.
Electronic records policy framework of the Ministry of Health, Gombe State, Nigeria
Authors: Liman Yakubu Attahiru , Danburam Edward , Olaogun Olusegun Victor
Published: January 2025

The study investigated electronic records (e-records) policy framework of the Ministry of Health Gombe State, Nigeria. The purpose of this study include: to identify the policy framework for e-records at the ministry of health in Gombe State, Nigeria and to assess various challenges associated with the policy framework for erecords at the ministry of health in Gombe State, Nigeria. This study was guided by descriptive research design. The study population consisted of 174 registered youths across various strata of the state. The study used census technique for the population of health personnel as participants in the study. was used for this study and the sample size of the study was 127. The findings of the study revealed that policy framework of e- records is a vital solution to better record management in health sector for a better alternative for records personnel and implementation of policy statement for effective management of organization. The study also showed that inappropriate policy framework led to poor potential to improve e-records for effective management of records in the ministry of health in Gombe State, Nigeria. The implication of the findings of this study indicated that challenges associated with the policy framework for e-records at the ministry of health in Gombe State, Nigeria were still prominent. The study concluded that e-records management practices in government organizations are meant for workers to enhance service delivery. It recommended that there is the need for workers in the ministry of health to take advantage of opportunities provided by electronic records policy framework to demonstrate effective service delivery.
Information sharing activities in the management of people living with HIV in Nigeria
Authors: Stores Farida Sani
Published: January 2025

The purpose of the study was to investigate the information-sharing activities available to the People Living with HIV (PLHIV) in Nigeria. The specific objectives were to find out the information-sharing activities of the PLHIV, the frequency of engaging in the activities, nature of the information shared, and the challenges. A cross-sectional research design was employed. Questionnaire was the instrument used for data collection. The population of the study was the entire People Living with HIV (PLHIV) in Nigeria. Two states from each geopolitical zone of Nigeria were randomly selected. Four hundred (400) PLHIV were also randomly selected as samples, using proportionate sampling. The data was analyzed using descriptive statistics. The findings revealed that the PLHIV were exposed to various information-sharing activities. They also frequently engaged in different information-sharing activities; monthly, quarterly, bi-annual and annually. The nature of the information shared was health-related. It was concluded that exposure to different types of information sharing activities enlightened the PLHIV on how to effectively self-manage the disease. The information shared among the PLHIV was generally health related. It was recommended to HIV stakeholders to create more awareness on information sharing among PLHIV in Nigeria through the use of Seminars, Workshops, Social Media, and other information-sharing activities.
Impact of Multicultural Communication on Public Relations in Global Brands in China
Authors: Lihua Chen
Published: January 2025

Purpose: The aim of the study was to analyze the impact of multicultural communication on public relations in global brands in China
Methodology: This study adopted a desk methodology. A desk study research design is commonly known as secondary data collection. This is basically collecting data from existing resources preferably because of its low cost advantage as compared to a field research. Our current study looked into already published studies and reports as the data was easily accessed through online journals and libraries.
Findings: Multicultural communication helps global brands in China connect with diverse audiences by aligning PR strategies with local cultural values. Culturally adapted campaigns build consumer trust, while missteps risk damaging reputations. Leveraging digital platforms like WeChat enhances engagement and responsiveness. Effective PR requires cross-cultural training and localized approaches to succeed in China's complex market.
Unique Contribution to Theory, Practice and Policy: Cultural dimensions’ theory, intersectionality theory & the excellence theory may be used to anchor future studies on  the Stakeholder engagement is critical brands should involve their consumers and communities in CSR decisions and solicit feedback to make initiatives more impactful and responsive to consumer values. Governments should enforce standardized CSR reporting frameworks to ensure that brands provide clear, credible, and comparable data on their social and environmental efforts.
Crisis Communication and its Impact on Stakeholder Trust in Ghana
Authors: Mawusi Akpene
Published: January 2025

Purpose: The aim of the study was to analyze the crisis communication and its impact on stakeholder trust in Ghana.
Methodology: This study adopted a desk methodology. A desk study research design is commonly known as secondary data collection. This is basically collecting data from existing resources preferably because of its low cost advantage as compared to a field research. Our current study looked into already published studies and reports as the data was easily accessed through online journals and libraries.
Findings: In Ghana's financial sector, effective crisis communication is essential for maintaining stakeholder trust. Transparent and timely information helps preserve confidence, while delayed or inadequate communication can harm trust and damage reputations. Studies suggest that comprehensive crisis communication plans are crucial for Ghanaian financial institutions to protect stakeholder trust during crises.
Unique Contribution to Theory, Practice and Policy: Situational crisis communication theory, image repair theory & social exchange theory may be used to anchor future studies on recommend PR practitioners should prioritize rapid and transparent communication with stakeholders during a crisis, as delays or perceived dishonesty can severely damage trust. Governments and regulatory bodies should introduce guidelines and regulations for organizations on crisis communication best practices, particularly focusing on the timely release of accurate information during crises.
Childhood Trauma and Dissociative Experiences: Moderating Role of Perceived Social Support among Adults
Authors: Altaf Kishwar , Shahzadi Kiran , Noor Nimra , Ibrar Eisha , Rehman Dr. Fazal Ur
Published: January 2025

Purpose: Childhood trauma or adverse childhood experiences including physical, emotional, and sexual abuse, neglect, and witnessing violence, often evokes fear and disrupts a child's sense of safety. These experiences can have long-lasting effects on behavior and lifestyle, leading to mental health challenges such as dissociation. As a coping mechanism, dissociation helps individuals detach from overwhelming emotions but can impair daily functioning and quality of life. Despite extensive research on childhood trauma and dissociation, there is limited understanding of how perceived social support may aggravate these effects. Therefore, the present research aims to fill this gap by investigating whether perceived social support moderate the relationship between childhood trauma and dissociative experiences among adults.
Material and Methods: The study hypothesized that higher levels of perceived social support will weaken the relationship between childhood trauma and dissociative experiences and vice versa. Using cross-sectional study design and convenience sampling, the data for the study was collected from adults of twin cities using self-report measures. The participants (N=262) were asked to fill Childhood Trauma Questionnaire-Short Form (Bernstein et al., 2003), Dissociative Experiences Scale-II (Carlson & Putnam, 1993) and Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support (Zimet et al., 1988).
Findings: The data analysis revealed satisfactory reliability for all scales and subscales used in the study. It showed a positive correlation between childhood trauma and dissociative experiences, indicating that trauma exposure leads to dissociation. Multiple regression analysis identified emotional abuse and physical neglect as key predictors of dissociative experiences. Males from nuclear families reported higher neglect and abuse. Social support, especially from friends and significant others, was found to reduce the impact of trauma on dissociation, while family support had no effect. These findings emphasize the protective role of social support and will inform therapeutic interventions to address the long-term effects of childhood trauma and reduce dissociative symptoms, enhancing mental health and quality of life.
Implications to Theory, Practice and Policy: The study contributes to theory by highlighting the moderating role of social support and emotional regulation in the relationship between childhood trauma and dissociation. It informs practice by suggesting targeted therapeutic interventions that enhance social support and emotional regulation to reduce dissociative symptoms. Additionally, the study has policy implications, emphasizing the integration of emotional regulation and support systems into mental health strategies to address the long-term effects of childhood trauma.
Impact of Strategic Leadership Practices on Local Authorities’ Performance in Zambia
Authors: Felistus Shimwanga Monde , Kalimaposo Dr. Kalisto , Mukwena Prof. Royson M. , Siachisa Dr. Musole
Published: January 2025

This research investigated the challenges facing local authorities in Zambia, where despite government efforts to improve performance through various strategies including decentralization and the Local Government Equalization Fund, many authorities continue to struggle with service delivery, financial management, and operational efficiency as documented in multiple Auditor General reports (2015-2020). Against this backdrop, the study examined the influence of strategic leadership practices on the performance of local authorities in Zambia, employing a correlational research design with a sample of 736 employees, achieving a response rate of 80.6% (593 responses). Grounded in dynamic capability theory, which emphasizes organizations’ ability to adapt and reconfigure resources in changing environments, the research utilized regression analysis and found that strategic leadership practices demonstrated the positive relationship with local authority performance (β = 0.509, p < .001), explaining 63.7% of the variance in performance alongside other capabilities. The findings revealed strong strategic planning practices (mean = 4.25) but identified significant gaps in areas such as emotional intelligence (mean = 3.41) and service delivery (mean = 2.97). The study concluded that strategic leadership is crucial for driving local authority performance and recommended investment in leadership development programmes focusing on visionary leadership, stakeholder engagement, and adaptability to improve public sector outcomes in Zambian local authorities. These findings contribute to the understanding of how dynamic capabilities, particularly strategic leadership, can enhance organizational performance in the public sector context.
Legal Certainty of Sustainable Finance Provisions in Relation to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Programs at Financial Services Institutions
Authors: Astari Dewi , Setiawan Puguh Aji Hari , ana Hart
Published: January 2025

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) has become an essential element in the operations of companies, particularly financial service institutions, in line with the growing attention to the concept of sustainable finance. This research is motivated by the legal uncertainty in implementing sustainable finance linked to CSR programs, which often face issues such as inconsistent definitions, unclear sanctions, and non-standardized reporting mechanisms across various regulations. The objective of this study is to analyze the regulation of sustainable finance in relation to CSR and evaluate the legal certainty embedded in its implementation by financial service institutions. This study employs a juridical-normative method with an analytical approach to legislation, official documents, and case studies in several companies within the financial services industry.

The results indicate that the regulations on sustainable finance and CSR in Indonesia still face several challenges. Law No. 40 of 2007 on Limited Liability Companies regulates CSR obligations generally but does not impose specific sanctions. Meanwhile, Law No. 25 of 2007 on Investment provides for administrative sanctions but lacks clear enforcement mechanisms. Additionally, the Financial Services Authority Regulation (POJK) No. 51/POJK.03/2017 mandates financial service institutions to develop sustainability action plans and sustainability reports, but its implementation is limited to certain sectors without addressing inclusivity. Existing regulations also fail to optimally provide tax incentives that can encourage consistent CSR implementation by businesses.

The conclusion of this study highlights the need for regulatory harmonization to create legal certainty that supports the implementation of sustainable finance and CSR. This includes aligning definitions, strengthening reporting mechanisms, establishing clear sanctions, and improving oversight. With legal certainty, financial service institutions can be more confident in investing in sustainability projects and executing CSR programs that positively impact society, the environment, and business continuity. This research aims to serve as a reference for policymakers and companies in promoting inclusive social and economic development.
BIBLIOTERAPIA: A TEORIA PSICANALÍTICA DOS MECANISMOS DE DEFESA DO EGO E RELAÇÃO COM AS BEM-AVENTURANÇAS ATRIBUÍDAS À JESUS CRISTO
Authors: Souza Alves Davis , Ciccarelli Emerson , Magera Conceição Márcio
Published: January 2025

O presente artigo de caráter exploratório e bibliográfico, analisa a intersecção entre os Mecanismos de Defesa do Ego, conforme apresentados pelas teorias psicanalíticas, e as bem-aventuranças proclamadas por Jesus Cristo no Sermão da Montanha do livro do Evangelho Segundo Mateus Cap. 5 ao 7 da Bíblia Cristã Protestante. Como pergunta-problema, propõe-se investigar: “Como os mecanismos de defesa do ego, conforme descritos pela psicanálise, se relacionam com os ensinamentos e orientações presentes nas bem-aventuranças de Jesus Cristo?” Ao examinar estes conceitos, buscamos identificar pontos de intersecção que podem oferecer insights sobre a maneira como os ensinamentos religiosos se alinham com nossos mecanismos internos de enfrentamento. Como resultado, a presente pesquisa apresenta um quatro relacional entre as os versículos das bem-aventuranças, e o mecanismo de defesa do ego identificado. A contribuição científica dessa pesquisa foca na produção de uma ferramenta referencial com bases psicanalíticas, para ser utilizada no aconselhamento terapêutico pastoral, também caracterizado como biblioterapia.
ТУРКИЯ ТАРИХИДА МОТУРИДИЙЛИК ТАЪЛИМОТИНИНГ РИВОЖЛАНИШ БОСҚИЧЛАРИ ТАҲЛИЛИ
Authors: JORAEV Ulugbek
Published: January 2025

Ислом оламида тан олинган ва эътироф этиладиган икки ақидавий йўналишлардан бири бўлган мотуридийлик таълимотини ўрганиш, уни кенг тадқиқ қилиш борасида жараёнлар кўплаб мусулмон мамлакатларида содир бўлмоқда. Бундай ҳолатни Туркия мисолида ҳам кузатиш мумкин. Ушбу мамлакат тарихида содир бўлган ҳодисалар асносида улуғ мутафаккир Имом Мотуридийнинг ҳаёти ва ижоди ва унинг шогирдлари борасида илмий изланишлар авж олди. Бундай тенденция XX асрда бошланган бўлишига қарамай, ўзининг тарихий сабабиятига эга. Мазкур мақолада айнан Туркия давлати тарихида мотуридийлик ақидавий таълимотига нисбатан муносабатнинг ўзгариши ва таълимотнинг сиёсий- ижтимоий ўзгаришлар шароитида асосий ақидавий қараш сифатида эътироф қилинишига ҳисса қўшган шахслар ҳақида маълумот тақдим қилинади. Хусусан, мақолада мотуридия таълимоти Туркия тарихида тўрт босқичга ажратган ҳолда ўрганилади. Биринчи босқичда усмонийлар империяси салтанатида калом илми борасида қарашларнинг шаклланиши ўрганилган. Иккинчи босқичда, яъни XIX аср охири ва XX аср бошларида айрим мусулмон мамлакатларидаги модернизм қарашлари юзага келиши ва таъсир доиралари ҳақида маълумот келтирилган. Учинчи босқичда республика бошқарувидаги замонавий давлат кўринишига ўтиш давридаги сиёсий вазият ҳамда исломшунослик фани бўйича катта ҳурматга эга бўлган олимларнинг Имом Мотуридий илмий меросини ўрганишга нисбатан даъватлари ҳақида гапирилади. Ниҳоят, тўртинчи босқичда, яъни XX−XXI асрлардаги Туркияда ислом илми ва илоҳиёт фанларини илмий ўрганишга эътибор кучайишига туртки бўлган сабаблар, омиллар борасида етарлича маълумот келтирилган. Мақолада мотуридийлик таълимоти доирасида илмий тадқиқотлар билан шуғулланган олимлар ва уларнинг асарлари тўғрисида маълумот берилади.
ИМОН МАСАЛАСИГА ОИД ТАРИХИЙ ИХТИЛОФЛАР ВА УЛАРНИНГ ЕЧИМЛАРИ
Authors: Daminov Irgash
Published: January 2025

Ушбу мақолада имон масаласига оид тарихий ихтилофлар ва уларнинг ечимлари ёритилиб, диний эътиқод ва исломий илмлардаги турли ихтилофли масалалар ўрганилади. Мазкур, тадқиқотда муаллиф ислом таълимотларидаги ихтилофларнинг тарихий асосларини кўриб чиқади ва ушбу ихтилофларнинг илмий ва фикрий жиҳатдан турли ечимларини тақдим этади. Мақолада, шунингдек, замонавий исломий жамиятларда ушбу ихтилофларни қандай ҳал қилиш мумкинлиги ҳақида ҳам фикр юритилади.
Имон масаласига оид тарихий ихтилофлар, асосан, имоннинг таърифи, асослари ва унинг амаллар билан боғлиқлиги каби масалаларда келиб чиққан. Мисол учун, мўътазила мактаби имонни ақл ва амал билан боғлайди, бироқ аҳли сунна вал жамоа уламолари имонни қалбнинг тасдиғи ва тилнинг иқрори билан чегаралайди.