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Du placard au carcan : homosexualité, masculinité et enfermement(s) dans la fiction télévisée catalane contemporaine. Le cas de la série Merlí
Authors: Houdiard Jennifer
Published: January 2025

La série catalane Merlí (TV3, 2015-2018), a été saluée par la critique comme une série de qualité, notamment pour la manière dont elle traite la question de l’homosexualité. Cependant, les personnages LGBT sont à mettre en perspective avec la manière dont la série donne à voir la masculinité. Les figures de gays sont finalement réduites à choisir entre deux enfermements : le placard, qui implique l’obligation de performer une virilité caricaturale, ou la réduction à leur orientation sexuelle, à laquelle l’ensemble de leur construction semble subordonnée.
L’internement des femmes « difficiles » : folie et carcans du féminin chez Janet Frame et Jenny Diski
Authors: Gagneret Diane
Published: January 2025

L’analogie entre internement et enfermement est omniprésente dans Le Lagon et autres histoires (1951) et Visages noyés (1962) de Janet Frame, où des femmes que l’institution dit « difficiles » consignent et contestent à la fois les stéréotypes de genre qu’on cherche à leur imposer. Dans Monkey’s Uncle (1994), de Jenny Diski, c’est encore une femme « difficile » qu’on envoie à l’hôpital psychiatrique pour dépression. Cette étude s’attardera sur les spécificités de l’internement des femmes en tant qu’enfermement non seulement médical, mais également symbolique : le discours psychiatrique et social sur cette « maladie des femmes » qu’est la folie (Showalter) révèle en creux une série de stéréotypes de la féminité. On verra cependant que la folie, tentative de sortie de ces carcans du féminin, n’est pas seulement un diagnostic ou une sanction qu’on impose à ces femmes difficiles, mais également un instrument de résistance, et une voie d’expression.
Enfermement et questionnements sur le genre dans quelques réécritures littéraires et filmiques contemporaines du mythe donjuanesque : vers l’émergence d’un Don Juan « queer » ?
Authors: Gournay Aurélia
Published: January 2025

Dans La vie voluptueuse de Don Juan de Roger Fairelle, Don Juan utilise son physique androgyne pour s’évader de prison en se déguisant en femme. Il expérimente alors une nouvelle forme d’enfermement et prend conscience des contraintes que le genre fait peser sur les individus. Cette idée est présente dans le film de Roger Vadim, Don Juan 73. Jeanne y remplace Don Juan mais la féminisation confronte le mythe à ses limites puisque Jeanne continue à se voir comme un homme enfermé dans un corps de femme. Pourtant, certains auteurs, tel Nelly Kaplan dans Plaisir d’amour, parviennent à renverser cette dynamique de claustration et à bouleverser le jeu des genres : Guillaume de Burlador est retenu en otage sur une île par trois femmes. Mais l’entreprise de dévirilisation du héros mythique est poussée à son comble par Roland Topor dans L’Ambigu. Don Juan s’y trouve confronté à la libération de la moitié féminine enfermée en lui.
La dynamique paradoxale de l’enfermement dans A Room of One’s Own de Virginia Woolf : entre contrainte et dépassement du genre
Authors: Favre Valérie
Published: January 2025

Le présent article s’attache à faire émerger la dynamique du paradoxe qui gouverne l’articulation entre les notions de genre et d’enfermement esquissée par Virginia Woolf dans A Room of One’s Own et tâche de démontrer que c’est par l’entremise de cette dynamique du paradoxe que Woolf en appelle au dépassement de l’enfermement genré dans cet essai. Pour ce faire, on y examine le traitement woolfien de l’enfermement genré, tant au sens littéral, spatial, du terme qu’au sens de binarisme normatif du genre, en s’interrogeant notamment sur la dimension paradoxale de la pièce à soi et de l’idéal androgyne. Il y est également question du rôle paradoxal de la littérature, qui constitue selon Woolf aussi bien le reflet que le miroir déformant de l’enfermement genré.
ИНТЕРНЕТ-АККАУНТ КАК ОБЪЕКТ НАСЛЕДСТВЕННОЙ МАССЫ
Authors: Артамкин Кирилл Сергеевич
Published: January 2025

Интернет в современном мире стал неотъемлемой частью жизни большинства людей и, хотя для доступа к нему требуются специальные устройства, для доступа в определённые части интернет-пространства этого недостаточно. Аккаунт как средство доступа к интернет-ресурсам, содержащее данные о лице, создавшем аккаунт и способный хранить результаты деятельности человека в информационном пространстве, в том числе позволяющий человеку извлекать прибыль из обладания им, является объектом, чей правовой режим в настоящее время нормативно не закреплен. Тем не менее, из-за своих качеств аккаунт порой является весомым средством извлечения прибыли и потому в определенных случаях возникает вопрос о его наследовании. В статье автор, опираясь на юридико-догматический, диалектический методы, анализирует место интернет-аккаунта в системе объектов гражданских прав и возможность передачи его по наследству. Сделан вывод о том, что интернет-аккаунт по своим свойствам, роли в экономике является объектом гражданского права и относится к цифровым правам, а, следовательно, может быть передан по наследству. Автором изучен порядок наследования интернет-аккаунта, приведен выработанный практикой, но не закрепленный нормативно, способ его передачи по наследству. Автором предложено создать единое государственное информационное хранилище данных, связанное с единой системой нотариата, посредством которого облегчается передача интернет-аккаунта наследникам.

The Internet in the modern world has become an integral part of most people's lives, and although special devices are required to access it, this fact is not enough to access certain parts of the Internet space. An account as a means of accessing Internet resources, containing data about the person who created the account and capable of storing the results of this person’s activities in the information space, including allowing him or her to benefit from its ownership, is an object which legal status is currently not normatively assigned. However, due to its qualities, an account is sometimes a significant means of making a profit, and therefore in certain cases the question of its inheritance arises. In the article, the author, relying on legal-dogmatic, dialectical methods, analyzes the place of an Internet account in the system of objects of civil rights and the possibility of transferring it by inheritance. It is concluded that an Internet account, by its properties and role in the economy, is an object of civil law and relates to digital rights, and therefore can be inherited. The author has studied the methods of inheriting an Internet account, and presents a practice-developed but not legally established method of inheriting an Internet account. The author has proposed a method of inheritance based on the creation of a unified state information data warehouse associated with a unified notary system.
Percepção dolorosa no uso da anestesia computadorizada em Odontopediatria
Authors: Santos Mariana Neves Correia , Correia Kariza Vargens Diniz , Mania Taiomara Vieira
Published: January 2025

Aim: To review the literature on the efficiency of computerized local anesthesia systems (AC) in Pediatric Dentistry, considering the patient’s pain perception.
Methods: Based on the guiding question “Is the computerized anesthesia system effective in reducing pain perception in children’s dental care?”, in December 2021, a search was performed on the PubMed database, following an established protocol, filtering free clinical trial articles. The selection of studies was carried out independently by two researchers, in two phases: first, reading the titles and abstracts, and second, obtaining and reading the full articles. The selected studies were analyzed for methodological quality using the Critical Appraisal Skills Programme (CASP).
Results: Among the articles that met the eligibility criteria (n = 14), 10 were of the split-mouth type. A total of 984 children participated in the surveys, aged 2 to 15 years (mean = 8.5 years). The Wand system (Milestone Scientific Inc., USA) was the most frequently used (57.14%; n = 8). The most used scales to analyze the pain perception of children were the Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) and the Sound, Eyes, Movement Scale (SEM), before anesthesia, during needle insertion, and during and after anesthetic injection.
Conclusion: Although some studies have shown a reduction in VAS scores and heart rate for CA in pediatric dentistry, it is not possible to accurately judge whether the device is effective, given the lack of uniformity in the methodology used in the surveys.
Genet, a afirmação de vida e O Balcão
Authors: Melo Sergio
Published: January 2025

Abstract: This article aims to contribute to the reconceptualization of the post-World War II dramaturgy in destabilizing the notion of Theatre of the Absurd drawing upon Michael Y. Bennett’s perspective (2011). It discusses the decisive influence of Friedrich Nietzsche both on Jean Genet’s personal trajectory as well as his artistic practice and proposes a concise hermeneutic approach to the play The Balcony, first published in 1956. On the one hand, the article argues that the dramatic work in question portrays, with unequivocal pessimism, the modern subject adrift on nihilism and, on the other hand, it highlights the creative vigour that prompted Genet’s prodigious trajectory.
Libertà e autoinganno
Authors: Galeotti Anna Elisabetta
Published: January 2025

L’articolo analizza il concetto di autoinganno ponendolo in relazione con la questione della libertà negativa e positiva. Dopo aver analizzato la specificità del fenomeno dell’autoinganno, il testo propone di limitare i suoi possibili esiti negativi attraverso il ricorso al precommitment da parte dell’individuo razionale.
Variations on the Theme of Positive Liberty. Introduction
Authors: Pazé Valentina , Tedesco Francescomaria
Published: January 2025

The question of liberty has given rise to so many reflections over the millennia that it would be like counting leaves in Vallombrosa to try to give an account of it. We have therefore proposed to consider a specific declination of it, interwoven with that constellation which includes concepts such as autonomy, agency, self-determination, will, and desire. We speak of so-called ‘positive’ liberty. All the essays proposed here elaborate on this theme with different tones, producing a surprising polyphony of texts that seem to evoke each other.
A Inserção Chinesa na América do Sul (2013-2022): desafios geopolíticos e estratégicos para a política externa brasileira
Authors: Mesquita Murilo , Pereira de Sousa Karollyne , Souza Brasil Yan , Gonçalves Salgado Mayra , De Almeida Freitas Lacerda Jan Marcel
Published: January 2025

In the midst of a crisis in the international order due to a more assertive stance of Chinese foreign policy in South America, this research seeks to answer the following question: How does China's insertion into South America affect Brazilian foreign policy? To address this question, the general objective is to analyze the Chinese foreign policy of Xi Jinping's government toward South America. Specifically, the aims are: (i) to identify the characteristics of Chinese foreign policy; (ii) to verify Chinese investments in South America; and (iii) to characterize Brazilian behavior in response to China's insertion in the region. Given the exploratory nature of the study, this case study utilizes documentary research and Automated Content Analysis of Chinese speeches at the opening of the United Nations General Assembly. As a result, behaviors are observed that delineate a strategy of Chinese bandwagoning and Brazilian institutional binding.
The critical gap: on the integration of the core ideas of Alexander Pope’s essay on man in Immanuel Kant’s philosophy
Authors: RABELLO Klaus Denecke
Published: January 2025

After having unveiled the hidden influence of Pope and his Essay on Man on Kant in the first article, The hidden influence on Kant, this second article examines the “critical gap” presented by the data, which refers to the absence of explicit mention of Pope in Kant’s works during the decade of the three Critiques. I argue that, despite this lack of direct references, Pope’s central ideas, such as the Great Chain of Being, optimism, pride and love, were absorbed and integrated into Kant’s philosophy. The article analyzes how Kant integrated the Great Chain of Being into his philosophical system, focusing on the subtle presence of Pope’s influence during the critical period and on Newton and Rousseau justifying Pope’s theorem, providing empirical bases for order and regularity in nature, as well as insights into freedom and morality. Furthermore, the article explores how Kant reinterpreted the concept of optimism, rejecting the term itself but absorbing its essence into his own moral philosophy. Understanding Pope’s significant and lasting influence on Kant is crucial to a more complete and integrated understanding of Kantian philosophy as a unit and a whole.
An intercultural dialogue with Kant. Philosophy, meaning of life, and the shared project of humanity in African philosophy
Authors: RAINSBOROUGH Marita
Published: January 2025

Within the scope of an intercultural dialogue African philosophy is engaging critically with Kant’s central concepts. Kant’s philosophy, which prioritises the practical, has much in common with contemporary African philosophy. This practical relevance of philosophy provides an explanation for the strong interest in ethical, social, historical and political areas of philosophy; in questions relating to practical life and in visions for the future. Philosophy encompasses a specific mindset, which is based on openness and freedom, aspiring to improve human coexistence. According to Kwasi Wiredu it is the place for dialogues which are determined by reason and require an argumentative basis, rationality and the willingness to explore the positions of the dialogue partners and which aim to arrive at productive solutions to conflicts. Kant’s ethical and epistemic universalism is, among other things, a central topic in Wiredu’s work, which seeks to retain to epistemic and moral universalism while also expanding it to include cultural universalism. This essay explores which concepts concerning the term philosophy; the purpose of human beings; the meaning of life and their political implications, − e.g. also as regards human rights, can be identified in contemporary academic African philosophy.
Transformation Digital and Development Capability Employees: The Impact to Performance Organization through Improving Public Services (Studies Case on Badan Pendapatan Daerah Semarang)
Authors: Ratmawati Noviana Utami , Sugiarty Sarifah, Gita
Published: January 2025

This study looks at how to improve public services at the Regional Revenue Agency of Kota Semarang influenced by development ability employee and transformation digital. Service index public City Semarang is at on mark 78.5 from scale 100, Still in lower target nationally of 85.0. This has an impact on service inefficiency, with the potential for lost revenue of between 15 And 20 percent and time Wait average 45 minute for service Which Not yet digitized. To know whether There is connection causal between variables certain, study This using the approach quantitative and technique explanation. With technique sampling fed up, study This involving all staff Regional Revenue Agency City Semarang, which amount to 103 person. Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) was used to analyze the data. The questionnaire was developed using the Digital Competency Framework, Digital Public Service Innovation Framework, SERVQUAL, and Digital Performance Framework. Management use scale Likert 1-5. Studies This help develop digital transformation models and improving human resource capabilities in the public sector, especially in terms of regional revenue management.
Denervação Renal no Contexto da Hipertensão Refratária
Authors: De Lima Pedro Henrique Rogério , Da Silva Ana Beatriz Vasconcelos , Oliveira Gabriel Almeida Lisbôa , Dos Santos Helena Gabriela Nascimento , Araújo Cledson dos Reis , Santos Inggryd Eduarda Possidônio de Souza , Amaral Yan Caio Mendes
Published: January 2025

Este artigo tem por objetivo realizar uma revisão sistemática da literatura médica vigente sobre a Denervação Renal no contexto da Hipertensão Refratária. Foram utilizados como motores de busca a base de dados Biblioteca Virtual em Saúde, com critérios de inclusão e exclusão pré-estabelecidos pelos autores. Os descritores utilizados foram “refractory hypertension and renal denervation”. Conclui-se que a denervação renal é uma opção viável para o tratamento da hipertensão refratária, além de trazer benefícios para outras condições, como a apneia do sono e a fibrilação atrial paroxística pela melhora da fração de ejeção diastólica. No entanto, os autores solicitam novos ensaios clínicos, com maior número de pacientes e período de observação, com o intuito de garantir a segurança e a eficácia do procedimento.
Complicações associadas ao metapneumovírus humano: uma revisão bibliográfica
Authors: Ernani Mancini Cezar , Okada Barbosa Luiz Eduardo , Rodrigo Silva Xavier Stephano , Nassau de Araujo Daniel , Da Silva Moura Garcia Tayana , Salles Granzinoli Diego , Sobral Nogueira Bruna , Pinto Dantas Guilherme , Ribeiro Antunes Antonio Augusto , Virgínio Rocha da Costa Camilla , Pereira Macêdo Jessica , Mistieri Matheus Danielle
Published: January 2025

O estudo investigou as principais complicações associadas ao metapneumovírus humano (hMPV), um agente etiológico de infecções respiratórias agudas que afeta, especialmente, populações vulneráveis como crianças, idosos e imunocomprometidos. A revisão bibliográfica utilizou 84 artigos encontrados na base PubMed, dos quais 11 foram selecionados após análise de elegibilidade e relevância metodológica. Os resultados indicaram que o hMPV pode causar complicações graves, como pneumonia, síndrome do desconforto respiratório agudo (SDRA), encefalite e cardiomiopatia dilatada induzida por sepse (SICM). Crianças menores de três anos, particularmente aquelas com desnutrição ou prematuridade, apresentaram maior risco de complicações severas, como bronquiolite e pneumonia. Entre os adultos, o hMPV esteve associado à necessidade de ventilação mecânica e elevadas taxas de coinfecções bacterianas. Medidas preventivas, como controle de higiene e diagnóstico precoce, mostraram-se cruciais, especialmente em populações pediátricas com doenças cardíacas congênitas. A ausência de antivirais específicos e vacinas eficazes destaca a importância de avanços em pesquisas para tratamento e prevenção dessa infecção. Concluiu-se que o hMPV impõe uma carga significativa de morbimortalidade, exigindo maior atenção no manejo clínico e no desenvolvimento de estratégias de mitigação.
Effect of tool geometry on formation of deformation centers in innovative methods for mandrelling of holes
Authors: Shchedrin A.V. , Samoylov V.B. , Chikhacheva N.Yu.
Published: January 2025

The influence of the micro- and macro-geometry of the tool on the formation of the parameters of the deformation zone in innovative methods of combined mandrel drilling of holes in workpieces made of aluminum alloy D16T with different radial rigidity has been comparatively studied.
Study of characteristics of chromium coating formed on zirconium shell by magnetron sputtering of hot extended target
Authors: Kachalin G.V. , Medvedev K.S. , Kasyanenko V.A. , Zilova O.S. , Tkhabisimov A.B.
Published: January 2025

The paper presents the results of research on the formation of a chrome coating on a fragment of a full-scale fuel element shell made of zirconium alloy E110 by magnetron sputtering of an hot extended target. The formation of the coatings was carried out in the vacuum installation "Hephaestus-HIPIMS" of the National Research University "MPEI". The coating has an average thickness of 10.7 to 14.2 microns and a predominantly columnar-granular structure. The characteristics of the resulting chrome coating meet the requirements for the formation of protective heat-resistant coatings on fuel element shells.
Turning tool with round plate for processing of ends of part blanks made of hard-to-work steel 12Kh18N10T
Authors: Kirichek A.V. , Grigoriev V.V. , Shelkovnikov V.Yu.
Published: January 2025

The need to process blanks of parts made of hard-to-process corrosion-resistant stainless steel grade 12Kh18N10T. There are publications in relation to the external processing of workpieces made of such steels. They contain recommendations on the choice of metal-cutting tools. there are no recommendations for the case of processing the ends of such blanks. The article discusses issues related to the peculiarities of choosing a turning tool for processing the ends of workpieces with a replaceable round-shaped cutting plate.
Effect of electrospark hardening time on wear resistance of hardened knife blades
Authors: Sayfullin R.N. , Arbuzov R.F. , Biryukov A.L.
Published: January 2025

The purpose of this study is to determine the presence of a self-sharpening effect and to find the optimal time for electric spark treatment of hardened knife blades. The blades of construction knives of the C60 brand were used as the object of research, since they have a low cost and the results of the study can be applied to strengthening expensive blades of various working tools, as well as agricultural implements. The following time intervals of electric spark processing were taken for the study: 2, 4, 6, 8 and 10 minutes. Also, for each period of time, two methods of electric spark processing were performed: with hardening of the alloy on one and on both sides. An elongated electrode made of VK20 alloy was used for electric spark processing. The conducted studies have shown a positive effect of the electric spark treatment time on wear resistance, as well as that the processing of the blade edge, on the one hand, leads to the appearance of a self-sharpening effect during operation. The maximum wear resistance was achieved by unilateral processing of the blade edge with an electrode made of VK20 alloy for 2—4 minutes (wear decreased by 28 % compared to the control sample). A further increase in the time of electric spark treatment did not lead to an additional increase in wear resistance. The study showed that on the one hand 2 minutes are enough for the complete processing of the blade edge with VK20 alloy, which corresponds to a productivity of 35 mm2 /min. The hardened layer obtained during this time contributes to increased wear resistance and the manifestation of the self-sharpening effect of the blade.
FEAR OF MISSING OUT (FoMo) AMONG HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS
Authors: Aman Kumar Prajapati  , Riyaz
Published: January 2025

This research paper aims to study the Fear of Missing Out (FoMo) among high school students. A total sample of 50 high school student (25 boys and 25 girls) were chosen for the study from Rudrapur city. The measurement tool used was Fear of Missing out (FoMo) developed by “Andrew K. Przybylski, Kou Murayama, Cody R. DeHann and Valerie Gladwell” in 2013. The t-test was used to analyze data and the result shows that there is no significant difference in FoMo among boys and girls.
KEYWORDS: FoMo, Social Media, High school student, Gender.
Preference of Delivery Type of Pregnant Women
Authors:   AEM ( Azerbaijan Science Center ), Hajizade Gubakhanim , Javadova Gultakin ,   AEM ( Azerbaijan Science Center ), Rzayeva Aytan ,   AEM ( Azerbaijan Science Center), Aghakishiyeva Lamiya ,   AEM ( Azerbaijan Science Center), Aljanova Melek ,   AEM ( Azerbaijan Science Center)
Published: January 2025

Birth is a process that can expose women to many risks. One of the important issues to be decided is the type of delivery. Many factors influence women, but what is important is that they are adequately directed to the appropriate mode of delivery, and that labor results of a healthy mother and baby. To investigate the view of pregnant women delivery preference and to contribute to the development of new health strategies in order to prevent the increase of cesarean rates. Methods: The pregnant between 6 and 40 weeks of gestation were included in the questionnaire. Pregnant women in labor were not included in the questionnaire. The answers were evaluated and the reasons underlying the attitudes of the pregnant women about the mode of birth were tried to be revealed. Results: 71.6 % of individuals over 30 years of age preferred cesarean delivery. No statistically significant relationship between gestational age and type of delivery. Postpartum complication subscale scores and total delivery information scores of the healthcare personnel were higher than the other occupational groups. 75.1 % of vaginal births stated the reasons they preferred choice for mother-child health, first births of 37.8 % of those preferring caesarean delivery stated that they preferred to cesarean section. Health personnel and family physicians play an important role in determining the best mode of delivery in favor of the mother and the baby, and reducing unnecessary cesarean procedures.
REGIONAL CENTERS FOR EDUCATIONAL MOBILITY OF BACHELOR STUDENTS OF NON-STATE UNIVERSITIES
Authors:   Kazan National Research Technological University, Garafiev Ilshat Z.
Published: January 2025

The article analyzes interregional educational mobility of bachelor students of non-state universities in the context of various forms of education (full-time, part-time, correspondence). The main centers of attraction of students, key factors of mobility and specifics of correspondence education are identified. The influence of international mobility and the role of non-state universities are considered.
Synthesis of crafts in advertising signs in the historical centers of cities
Authors: Dyadyukh-Bohatko Nataliya
Published: January 2025

The role and significance of traditional crafts, such as blacksmithing, carving, artistic ceramics and monumental painting, in the creation of advertising signs in historic city centers is explored. It is analyzed how these crafts form the visual identity of the urban space, contributing to the preservation of cultural heritage and the authentic atmosphere of the old quarters. Special attention is paid to the influence of craft traditions on the aesthetics and functionality of signs, as well as their combination with modern requirements for design and urban planning.

The preservation of craft traditions in Ukraine is the milestone that makes our higher art institutions often unique. However, the realities of the modern economic market often pose questions to graduates that are difficult to find answers to. Emphasis is placed on the requirements for integration competencies of students. The transformation of crafts in the creation of modern signs can meet the requirements of the market. At the heart of the problem are new approaches to learning, where the development of creative thinking, practical skills and the ability to work in interdisciplinary environments become important.

The traditions of crafts in the advertising signs of the historical centers of the cities reflect the rich cultural heritage that has shaped the visual identity of the urban space for centuries. Craft traditions such as blacksmithing, woodcarving, stone carving, artistic ceramics and painting influenced the design of signs, which not only functioned as advertising, but also became part of the cities' architectural and cultural heritage. These signs have become a kind of symbol and style of historical districts, reflecting the artistic traditions of each region. Challenges related to the adaptation of crafts to new technologies and trends in the urban space are considered, emphasizing the importance of maintaining a balance between authenticity and innovation in the modern context of the development of historic city centers.
Visual design for emergencies: theoretical foundations and practical aspects
Authors: Kvasnytsia Roksoliana
Published: January 2025

Іn situations where information and its accessibility determine the success of emergency response, and every second and detail can affect the outcomes of crisis actions, visual design becomes a vital tool for effective communication and risk reduction. Theoretical foundations and practical aspects of visual design for emergencies, particularly its role and effectiveness in communication during crisis events, have been analyzed. General scientific methods such as analysis and synthesis, empirical, systemic, historical, and comparative approaches, as well as specific research methods including artistic analysis and visual-graphic methods, have been applied. For the first time, the design of visual communications for military emergencies has been comprehensively studied. Key stages of visual design development, its functions, and factors contributing to risk reduction and increased public awareness have been identified. It has been established that the design of visual communications for emergencies is a process of creating integrated systems for effective public information before, during, and after an emergency. Three stages of visual design formation have been identified in accordance with the classification of four phases of disaster management actions: preventive, active, and reactive, each with specific tasks and approaches. Visual design has been confirmed to fulfill informational, educational, communicative, emotional, aesthetic, and cultural functions. Key factors in risk reduction include awareness and education, inclusivity and accessibility of information, cultural adaptation, and motivation to act. In extreme conditions, visual design should ensure the accessibility and rapid perception of information through clear, intuitive, and concise graphic language. Future scientific research may focus on the in-depth study of the impact of visual design on psychological and behavioral reactions of the population during emergencies (of a military nature).

This will include the development and testing of specific visual solutions for different types of crisis events, analysis of their effectiveness in real conditions, as well as the integration of new technologies and approaches to improve communication and reduce risks.

Creating the discipline "Visual Communications Design for Emergencies" and its implementation in higher education in Ukraine is a strategically important step for training qualified professionals and integrating Ukrainian experience into the global context.
Abstract monumental metal sculpture: development of expressive means
Authors: Li Zepeng , Opaliev Mykhailo
Published: January 2025

The paper focuses on the new types of artistic expression in the form of monumental sculptures of the modernist period. At the beginning of the 20th century, new types of symbolic associations of sculpture appeared. The significance of this work is determined by the great attention of contemporary sculptors to abstraction in their work and the powerful social resonance of abstract monumental sculpture. The aim of the article was also to identify new messages that were embedded in the concept of significant monumental works. The focus was on abstract sculpture of the modernist and contemporary periods. As the title implies the article describes such means of expressiveness of sculptural works as spatial staging, architectonic organization of volume, transmission of movement, and light and shadow modeling. The article gives a detailed analysis of these positions in relation to the design of a few abstract monumental metal sculptures that are unique and have an impact on contemporary conceptual art. Another task of the work was to establish the influence of iconic abstract sculptures, the ideas of which were developed in the first half of the twentieth century, on the development of abstract sculpture in the twentieth and twenty-first centuries. It has been determined that the spatial arrangement can be either dependent on a specific memorial or place or unrelated to them. Both well-known means of composition, such as rhythmic sequences, and original formal techniques, such as flat or tectonic foregrounds, are used in the organization of the volume. Associations with imaginary movement arise when observing the rhythm of the elements, when viewing the sculpture from different angles, when analyzing the internal tension in the form or balancing unstable parts of the sculpture against the main axis. No less important is the daylight, which is also considered by the sculptor to highlight the relief of the form, artificial lighting enhances its expressiveness and allows you to more clearly identify the idea of the artwork that was laid down when creating the sculpture. Particular attention in this study is paid to the forms of plastic messages, thanks to which the author's concept becomes more expressive. These messages are specific to each sculpture, for example, they create the illusion of infinity, combine architectural and natural spaces, allow for a free interpretation of tectonic natural forms, symbolize universal values, and comprehend the role of emptiness in the sculptural form. It is emphasized that the commemorative purpose of monumental sculpture, inherent in the classical period, is significantly complemented by other meanings due to the abstract nature of sculptural forms. A significant breakthrough made in sculpture in the early twentieth century paved the way for the emergence of many innovative solutions in contemporary abstract sculptural creativity.
The Munich School of Anton Ažbe and its influence on Ukrainian artists
Authors: Lowack Viktoria
Published: January 2025

The pedagogical method of the Slovenian artist and teacher Anton Ažbe, whose school in Munich during 1891-1905 became one of the most famous educational centers in Europe, is considered. On the basis of memoirs and epistolary of A. Ažbe's pupils the progressive method of teaching and the central principles on which his artistic and pedagogical system was built - "the principle of the ball", "the principle of large lines", "the principle of crystallization of colours", preservation of the pupil's individuality, which in the first quarter of the twentieth century laid the technical and ideological foundations for the development of artistic practices and turned the school into a place of experimentation and creative research - are analyzed. The extraordinary personality of the artist and teacher Anton Ashbe, who had a significant influence on his students, among them prominent figures of European modernism (V. Kandinsky, A. Yavlensky), is emphasized. The influence of Anton Ashbe's central principles, personality and national attitudes on Ukrainian artists who attended his school - Olexander Murashko, Davyd Burliuk, Volodymяr Burliuk, Ivan Trush - and later became central figures of the modernist era in Ukraine. It is noted that the study of Ukrainian artists in Munich, involvement in European educational, cultural, artistic and social networks had a significant impact on their creative biographies and significantly affected the Ukrainian artistic landscape and the development of Ukrainian art in the European paradigm. The importance of the successes of Ukrainian artists on the European artistic scene is emphasized, which are manifested against the background of complex and unfavorable institutional, cultural and financial arrangements of Ukraine's affiliation with a more tolerant (Austro-Hungarian) and more intolerant (Russian) empire.
Wall painting of the 17th - 18th centuries in the church of St. Nicholas the Wonderworker in the village of Kolodne in Transcarpathia
Authors: Nesterenko Andrii
Published: January 2025

The wall painting of the 17th - 18th centuries in the church of St. Nicholas the Wonderworker in the village of Kolodne Tyachiv district in Transcarpathia was examined. The church is one of the oldest monuments of wooden architecture in Ukraine and Europe. The purpose of the article is to carry out a stylistic analysis of the iconographic compositions of the preserved mural, arrange and systematize the factual material, restore the iconography of the destroyed parts of the wall painting. It was established that the iconographic subjects in the wall paintings are in the stage of severe destruction. It has been preserved, to a greater extent, in fragments, and the color palette has changed significantly over time. The stylistic analysis of the wall painting in the church of St. Nicholas the Wonderworker in Kolodne is relevant in the context of preserving a valuable monument of Ukrainian monumental art. The scene "The Tree of Jesse" made in primitive folk style was examined on the western wall of the nave. Plot scenes under Jesse were revealed - "Abraham's Sacrifice" and "Cain and Abel", and in the lower part on the fence of the choirs - a cycle of plot scenes: "Creation of Adam", "Temptation", "Expulsion from Paradise". Among the paintings on the walls of the nave on the theme "Passion of the Lord", the iconographic subjects "Crucifixion", "Removal from the Cross", "Resurrection of Christ", etc. have been identified. It was determined that the influences of the Baroque style are clearly visible in the wall paintings of the nave. The iconographic program in the altar part of the church is considered, the stylistic performance of these paintings is characterized by graphicness, the use of local stains, and Renaissance features. In the upper part of the eastern wall of the altar, the use of the "Coronation of the Virgin" motif for the first time in a Western European wall painting was discovered. In the vestibule of the church there are traces of paint, which testify to the paintings of this room, which is the fact that the entire church was painted. It has been found that the wall painting in the church of St. Nicholas the Wonderworker in Kolodne is characterized by a combination of different styles, along with naive painting there are decorated rocaille cartouches, winding lines, and baroque elements. In the ornaments that decorate the iconographic compositions in the church, there are geometric motifs that are popular in the Transcarpathian folk pattern: "braids", "zigzags", "rhombuses", etc. It is summarized that the stylistic development in monumental church wall painting in Transcarpathia was influenced by folk art. The transition to the Baroque style contributed to an increase in decorativeness, however, it, being transformed by church painters in a peculiar way, turned into a bright Ukrainian style.
Monumental ceramics of Petro Pechornyi
Authors: Poltavska Yuliia
Published: January 2025

The article is devoted to the analysis of the creative legacy of Petro Pechorniy, one of the outstanding Ukrainian ceramic artists who significantly influenced the development of monumental ceramics in Ukraine. The study examines the evolution of his artistic style, which combines national traditions with modernist approaches, particularly through the use of folk symbols, archetypes, and motifs in a contemporary artistic context. Special attention is given to the analysis of Pechorniy's iconic works, such as panels, sculptural compositions, and decorative objects, which demonstrate the artist's innovative approach to the use of materials and techniques.

The article thoroughly explores the symbolism and philosophical depth of the artist's works, which focus on reflecting eternal themes of human existence: the cyclicity of life, harmony between humans and nature, and the struggle between good and evil. In particular, the significance of the "Tree of Life" motif in his work is revealed as a reflection of universal ideas about the unity of the transient and the eternal, birth and death. Pechorniy skillfully combines archaic forms with modern plastic solutions, creating images that are both deeply national and universal.

The article also examines the technical methods employed by the artist, including experiments with chamotte clay, majolica, engobes, glazes, and overglaze painting. It discusses his aspiration for the synthesis of architecture and decorative art, which is manifested in the harmonious combination of sculptural forms with spatial compositions of interiors and exteriors. Emphasis is placed on Pechorniy's role as an innovator who expanded the boundaries of traditional ceramics, transforming it into a powerful means of artistic expression.

The concept of timelessness in the artist's works is analyzed separately, particularly through generalized images of people that embody universal characters and emotions. It is noted that his works maintain dynamism and expressiveness, creating an impression of movement and tension even in static forms. The article highlights that Pechorniy's creativity not only continues the traditions of Ukrainian decorative art but also forms new ideas and artistic practices that open prospects for the further development of monumental ceramics.

The study emphasizes the significance of Petro Pechorniy as an artist who integrated folk and professional art, combining traditions with innovations. His works exemplify a harmonious synthesis of national values and contemporary artistic trends, enriching Ukraine's cultural heritage and leaving a profound impact on world art.
RAISING AWARENESS ON CLASSROOM INTERACTION COMPETENCE THROUGH SETT
Authors: Demirbuken Buket , Mutlu-Gülbak Gizem
Published: January 2025

This case study aimed at raising teacher awareness of classroom interactional competence regarding pedagogical goals and interactional features in Walsh’s (2003) Self Evaluation Teacher Talk (SETT) framework. To this end, the data were obtained from an in-service EFL teacher’s video-recorded teaching in two main phases: 1) the teacher’s four hours of classes were analyzed to characterize the modes by the researchers, after which the teacher was informed about the modes and SETT framework in an interview, and 2) the teacher was self-reflected on his another four hours of teaching by characterizing the modes. The findings analyzed through content analysis revealed that the meetings were insightful in fostering teachers’ awareness of classroom interaction skills since the teacher performed a high level of accuracy in characterizing classroom modes and the deployment of related terminology. In addition, self-talk had a positive contribution to the reflection process, enabling a dialogue on troubles in classroom interaction and the teacher’s resistance with justification in dialogues signposted a need to highlight the value of dialogue besides teacher awareness.
INVESTIGATING RELIGIOUS BOARDING SCHOOL SEMINARIANS’ SELF-EFFICACY IN ACADEMIC READING ABILITY
Authors: Mahardika Agustine Andriana Ayu
Published: January 2025

Reading becomes a crucial skill to have in this digital era. People can analyze and acknowledge the content of the text by engaging their critical thinking to obtain useful knowledge that may be beneficial for their future endeavors. High self-efficacy is important to be implemented to test out students’ ability in academic reading. This research aimed to investigate religious boarding school seminarians’ self-efficacy in academic reading ability. A Likert scale, consisting of 10 items of statements, was distributed to 36 third-year seminarians and an in-depth interview was done with two third-year seminarians. TKT 3 is applied and it aims to show the concept (proof-of-concept) of crucial purpose and/or features analytically and experimentally. The findings revealed that religious boarding school seminarians tend to find solutions to their problems in finishing academic reading tasks. Future researchers who are interested in broadening the topic are recommended to do research involving more religious boarding schools to deepen the data and improve the trustworthiness of the data.
Application of Machine Learning in Estimating California Bearing Ratio from Soil Index Properties in Kenya
Authors: Koech Billy Kipchirchir , Osano Simpson Nyambane , Nyete Abraham Mutunga
Published: January 2025

The California Bearing Ratio (CBR) is an important civil and transportation engineering test. It is normally carried out to assess soil's bearing capacity and strength for road pavement and foundation construction. The test, however, is both time-consuming and labour-intensive, resulting in significant delays during the construction process, ultimately leading to financial losses due to the high cost typically associated with construction projects. As a potential solution to this issue, an investigation is conducted into the application of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) techniques for accurately forecasting CBR values. Three models were used in the study, namely, the random forest model, linear regression model, and extreme gradient boosting (XGBoost) model. These models were employed to forecast CBR values based on several soil index properties. These properties included particle size distribution (i.e., percentage of soil passing through the sieve of diameter 0.425mm and 0.075mm), liquid limit (LL), plasticity index (PI), maximum dry density (MDD), plastic limit (PL), and optimum moisture content (OMC). A dataset containing these soil properties and corresponding CBR values for soils was obtained from the University of Nairobi civil engineering laboratory. The models were then trained on 80% of the data and tested on 20%. Mean Absolute Error (MAE), Mean Squared Error (MSE), Root Mean Squared Error (RMSE), and Coefficient of determination (R²) were used to evaluate the accuracy of the predictions. The findings showed that XGBoost was the most accurate model with the lowest MAE, MSE, and RMSE, and the highest R², making it the preferred model for predicting CBR
Exploring the Latent Roles of Indigenous Chickens among Rural Households in Kericho County, Kenya: A Grounded Theory Approach
Authors: Cheruiyot Joseph K. , Kibett Joash K. , Omunyin Michael E. , Kere George M.
Published: January 2025

Chickens are the most popular poultry worldwide. About 23.7 billion chickens globally in 2018 were reared mainly for their eggs and meat products. Indigenous chickens in Kenya constitute about 70% of the poultry population. Their role in rural livelihoods is widely understood in terms of provisioning for nutrition and household income. This study aimed to investigate, through a community-based participatory process, the latent roles of indigenous chicken (IC) in the livelihoods of smallholder farmers in rural areas of Kericho County, Kenya. This study adopted a Grounded Theory Approach and a Community-based Participatory action research design. Six sites in three out of six sub-counties were selected for the study based on their agroecological zones and administrative locations. Data were collected through focus group discussions and interviews. Community-based participatory action research tools; focus groups, resource mapping, role plays, and community workshops, were used to encourage participation and knowledge sharing. Data were collected through note-taking and group presentations. The data were analyzed using the grounded theory constant comparative method. Analysis revealed that the higher order concepts and theories that could explain the latent roles of indigenous chickens were1insurance against shocks, 2marketness; sales for income, 3instrumentalism; as an instrument for personal motivations, 4ecological functions and5immanent roles; to utilize existing resources and capabilities. It has roles as a socio-economic 6ladder-of-change, contributes to 7household functionalism by engaging youth and women and household 8dietary needs, and social roles in 9interpersonal connectedness. In conclusion, indigenous chickens had roles in the economy, ecology, socio-culture and food supplies. This understanding has implications in formulating strategies by development agents, for sustainable IC production. Further research in different contexts to build on the in-depth understanding of the IC roles is recommended.