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Director in Modern Content: From Idea to Implementation
Authors: Svanidze Lia , Verchenko Oleh
Published: November 2024

The purpose of the article is to analyse the processes of creating contemporary film products, to determine the role of the director in creating a media product for modern consumers, to prove the importance of the director’s ability to navigate different types of content, to have the necessary skills, knowledge and understanding of the intricacies of the profession, and to find the right solutions for creating film and television products. Research methodology. The research methodology is based on the following methods: theoretical – for analysing film and television content, researching information sources and reports by directors of the past and present, determining the interdependence of director’s skills and structural components that form film and television products; comparative – for studying examples of successful films by famous directors as examples of a quality media product; scientific – for processing technical and scientific material related to the directing profession. Scientific novelty. For the first time, the components of modern films and television programmes are analysed, and a detailed analysis of the structural components that form a media product is carried out. In particular, special attention is paid to the director’s work at all stages of content creation. The key factors that influence the quality of media production are identified through theoretical analysis of films, TV shows and directors’ biographies. Conclusions. The article analyses the processes of creating contemporary film products. The role of the director in creating a media product for the modern consumer is revealed. The importance of the director’s ability to navigate different types of content, to have the necessary skills, knowledge and creative imagination, to find the right solutions for creating film and television products is proved.
Peculiarities of Implementing the Creative Idea for Depicting Nature in Fiction and Documentary Cinema
Authors: Stepanenko Kateryna , Veremii Olha
Published: November 2024

The purpose of the research is to analyse the main aspects of the implementation of the creative idea for depicting nature in fiction and documentary films; to explore the techniques used by directors and cameramen to convey the peculiarities of nature; to identify the specifics of filming in nature and the successful choice of a location. Research methodology. The following methods were used: theoretical – to analyse the works of O. Dovzhenko’s films related to the portrayal of the nature image, determining its role in the films of this genre, generalising the achievements of screen arts, in particular documentary films, in the context of manifestation of special forms of nature depiction and means of influencing the viewer; systematic approach – for analysis, specification, clarification and generalisation regarding the stages of choosing a shooting location in open space; empirical approach – for comparing different approaches to the choice of natural locations. Scientific novelty. For the first time, the techniques of depicting nature in fiction and documentary cinema are conceptualised, a detailed analysis of the relationship between the technical capabilities of filming and the creative intentions of directors and cameramen is carried out, and the factors that influence the successful location and the final result of the footage are identified. The works of screen arts, in particular documentary cinema, are summarised in the context of revealing special forms of depicting nature and means of influencing the viewer. Conclusions. The article has analysed the use of technical means that allow one to effectively convey a creative idea and deepen the emotional perception of a film. By analysing audiovisual films, the article has examined the techniques used by directors and cameramen to convey the features of nature in the frame. The specifics of nature portrayal through the prism of editing techniques have been proved. The factors that influence the successful choice of a location have been summarised. The main aspects of the creative idea of depicting nature in fiction and documentary cinema have been outlined. The relationship between technical capabilities and creative intent has been conceptualised. The combination of nature images with images of people has been compared, which contributes to the creation of a deep symbolic perception and understanding of events on the screen.
Photo Art Project "Volodymyr Horpenko – Film Expert (Based on a Photo Report from the Defence of Two Dissertations)"
Authors: Marchenko Serhii
Published: November 2024

Author’s idea. It has been five years since the death of Volodymyr Horpenko (03.07.1941, Buglaki village, Potiivskyi (now Radomyshlskyi) district, Zhytomyr re­gion — 17.10.2019, Kyiv), who was known as a director and TV presenter, a teacher and organiser of film education, as an exceptionally sincere and professionally knowl­edgeable person, as a Teacher (Trymbach, 2008). The idea of a series of memoirs and publications about Doctor of Study of Art, Professor V. Horpenko belongs to his stu­dent and colleague, Doctor of Study of Art, Professor Oleksandr Bezruchko, who him­self wrote many articles and chapters of collective monographs about the creative, scientific and pedagogical activities of the scientist (Bezruchko, 2011; 2017a; 2017b; 2017c; 2019a). Volodymyr Horpenko was a scientific advisor to Oleksandr Bezruch­ko’s doctoral dissertation “Formation of the Cinematographic School in Ukraine: The­oretical, Practical and Artistic Foundations (Thirties — Sixties of the Twentieth Centu­ry)” (Bezruchko, 2015a; 2015b).
Master’s Photo Art Project “Never Again?!”
Authors: Stranadko Eduard , Kanailo Anastasiia
Published: November 2024

The author’s idea for the Master’s photo art project was to create a photo project about the elderly who are over 80 years old. It was based on the desire to reveal the inner world and life experience of the elderly. The photo project reflects not only the external beauty of the aged but also the deep emotions captured in the eyes and expressions of the characters.
The series consists of portraits of both men and women that become a kind of story, telling the story of the courage, resilience and inner strength of those who witnessed the remarkable historical events over many decades. These photographs, which convey expressive emotions of pain and fatigue, try not only to capture the physical appearance of the heroes but also to convey their experience, courage and unwavering belief in peace and justice, even in the most challenging times for Ukraine.
Through the details on the faces, one can feel the deep emotional grief and the burden of life experiences placed on these people’s shoulders over the years. The eyes are the centrepiece of the photographs and attract special attention. They are imbued with pain and sadness from having to relive the war period. The deep wrinkles around the eyes add to the intense expressiveness, showing that time has taken its toll and left its marks on the faces. The sad eyes and closed lips express fatigue and exhaustion, indicating the burden of the years behind the characters. Some of them still have hope for liberation from physical or emotional suffering, while others are depressed and hopeless.
In-depth Study of Children’s Images in Works of Audiovisual Art in the Genre of Horror
Authors: Bezruchko Oleksandr
Published: November 2024

In 2023, the publishing centre of the Kyiv University of Culture published an interesting and perhaps unusual mono­graph by Khrystyna Batalina entitled The Child as the Embodiment of Evil in Horror Films of the Twentieth and Twenty- First Centuries. This scholar’s study of children’s images in the world and Ukrainian works of audiovisual art in the horror genre will help to reveal the deep aspects of human psychology and cul­tural stereotypes associated with the depiction of children in horror films as the embodiment of evil and its acciden­tal carriers. While babies are mostly as­sociated with innocence and safety, they can also sometimes represent threat and fear, particularly in the context of verbal and on-screen narratives.
Analysis of the Audiovisual Work’s Sound Component: Modern Research
Authors: Myslavskyi Volodymyr
Published: November 2024

The monograph by S. Zhelezniak “highlights the significance of the audio component in screen works, explores the features of the soundtrack in cinema, television and its transformation, comprehends the theoretical basis for the use of sound and its connection with the frame in art historical, cultural and other contexts, highlights the areas of application of soundtrack elements and their interaction with the image in various types and genres of contemporary audiovisual practices, and the impact of sound on the viewer”. According to the author, “the monograph may be of interest to scholars, in particular in the fields of art studies, cultural studies, teachers and students of the speciality “Audiovisual Art and Production”, sound engineers, film and television directors, and anyone else interested in screen culture and its sound element” (Zhelezniak, 2023, p. 1). The monograph consists of an introduction, a list of references, appendices, and nine chapters: “Theoretical and Methodological Foundations of the Study of the Sound Element”, “Key Concepts of the Study of the Audio Component of a Screen Work”, “Scientific Study of Phenomena and Processes in Contemporary Audiovisual Culture”, “Features of the Soundtrack in Different Types and Genres of Contemporary Cinema”, “Technological Basis of the Audio Element in a Video Project”, “Creative and Psychological Principles of Working with the Soundtrack in Screen Works”, “Problems of Using the Sound and Vision Component in Television: Traditional and Synthetic Genres”, “The Sound Component in Contemporary Audiovisual Practices: Interactive Works, Web Documents”, “Further Transformation of the Sound Element: Foundations and Prospects”.
Non-Linear Socio-Cultural Strategies for Managing the Society's Development: Problems of Conceptualisation in the Context of Cultural and Religious Diversity
Authors: Kovalenko Yelena
Published: November 2024

Introduction. The relevance of the study is due to the diversity of modern society and the complexity of conceptualising its management strategies. Purpose and methods. The purpose of the article is a philosophical analysis of non-linear concepts and strategies for managing the society's development in the context of cultural and religious diversity. The methodological basis of the study is the dialectical principle of cognition, system-synergetic, historical, cultural, and interdisciplinary approaches to the study of the management laws of society development. Results. The essence of non-linear theory and strategy as an alternative expression of the universal pattern of society development is revealed. The article analyses the genesis of non-linear conceptions of society development in the pre-industrial period. Non-linear strategies of social development in the era of industrialism are considered. Non-linear strategies of social development at the stage of late industrialism are highlighted. The meaning of the socio-cultural identity strategies of societies is clarified. The strategies of the original development of society in the cultures of Islam, Buddhism and Hinduism are substantiated. The peculiarities of the original development strategy of society in the culture of Japanese Shinto Buddhism are revealed. Conclusions. The scientific novelty of the obtained results lies in deepening the theoretical foundations of non-linear strategic management of the development of societies of the Eastern and Middle Worlds, and their significance lies in supplementing science with new knowledge about non-linear strategies of development management in these societies.
OTT Platforms as a Means of Distributing Cultural and Entertainment Content in Ukraine
Authors: Antonenko Anastasiia
Published: November 2024

Introduction. The relevance of the topic is due to the importance of developing Over-The-Top platforms, which provide access to digital content via the Internet, bypassing traditional cable and satellite television and play an important role in the distribution of cultural and entertainment content to society. Purpose and methods. The purpose of the article is to substantiate the theoretical foundations and practical recommendations for organizing OTT platforms as a means of distributing cultural and entertainment content on the Internet. The methodological basis of the study is the systematic, interdisciplinary and historical approaches to the study of information and communication processes in the socio-cultural sphere. Results. The history of the origin of OTT services and the experience of their use at the global level are studied. The main OTT platforms in the Ukrainian market are analyzed and the advantages and disadvantages of each of them are identified. The trends and prospects for the development of OTT in Ukraine are studied and the factors influencing their popularity are identified. The most popular and convenient platforms that provide the highest quality content in accordance with its cost are highlighted. Conclusions. The scientific novelty of the research results lies in the generalization, systematization and development of the main theoretical provisions on the organization of OTT platforms in Ukraine, taking into account the factors of modern influence. The significance of the study is manifested in the development of scientific and practical recommendations that will contribute to the development of ways to distribute cultural and entertainment content through OTT services. The obtained results identify and analyze the main trends in content distribution, indicate the directions of modernization and adaptation of services for their owners.
Factors Associated with Anemia in Adolescents and Its Prevention Strategies: Systematic Review
Authors: Melani Margareta , Supriyatin Dedeh , Adnani Qorinah Estiningtyas Sakilah , Susiarno Hadi
Published: November 2024

Anemia is a global health issue affecting various age groups, including teenagers. This systematic review aims to identify the causes and treatments of anemia in adolescents. Using the Systematic Literature Review method, data were sourced from four databases: PubMed, Science Direct, Google Scholar, and SCOPUS. The literature search employed the keywords "Risk factor" AND "Anemia" AND "Adolescence," conducted comprehensively via the Publish or Perish (POP) search engine. Articles were selected based on inclusion criteria, covering publications from the last three years (2021-2023). Eligibility was assessed using the PICOS framework, and duplications were filtered using the Covidence application. Articles unrelated to the research problem were excluded after screening titles and abstracts. The VOSviewer application was utilized for thematic mapping. The study selection followed the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines. Based on 18 selected articles, data was obtained on factors influencing anemia among adolescents such as inadequacy of nutrient intake (N=5 studies) such as protein, iron, and Vitamin A Nutritional status (N=3 studies), dietary patterns (N=2 studies), menstruation (N=2 studies), and hemoglobinopathies (N=1 study) are translated into English. Indirect risk factors associated with anemia among adolescents are found to be: Adolescent females (N=10 studies), Knowledge (N=6 studies), low socioeconomic status (N=3 studies), Education (N=2 studies), Demographics (2 studies), Shared toilet usage (1 study). The study concludes that young women are more susceptible to anemia than young men, with nutritional intake, knowledge, nutritional status, and diet being the primary risk factors. Addressing direct and indirect causes is crucial for effectively managing adolescent anemia.
Eudaemonia-Focused Design as Intentional Praxis: An Inclusive Approach to Realising Flourishing
Authors: Mikus Jenna , Rieger Janice , Grant-Smith Deanna
Published: November 2024

In this paper, the authors consider a novel eudaemonic approach to spatial design, proposed by Mikus et al., and examine how researchers and practitioners can co-design with participants to achieve a flourishing interpretation of Aristotle’s concept of eudaemonia (i.e., being one’s best self). The approach was tested in doctoral research conducted during 2021 at a time when many areas were under lockdown, necessitating a virtual approach. The research engaged nine older adults, aged 65–80 and living alone in Australia, and nine design professionals via creative methods including interviews, cultural probes, and co-design workshops. Combining these methods in concert with respectful engagement was found to produce not only the aimed-for principles to guide eudaemonic home design but also unintended yet beneficial consequences resulting from meaningful inclusive praxis. Here, the authors reflect on the importance of recognising eudaemonic design as a means of careful methodological praxis to precipitate promising participant outcomes, ranging from individual intrinsic motivation to collective mutual inspiration, to enhance the research experience, and to promote flourishing.
Inclusive Public Libraries: How to Adequately Identify Accessibility Barriers?
Authors: Schulze Franka , Berget Gerd
Published: November 2024

Inclusive library services rely on accessible buildings and services, and knowledgeable staff. This study explored whether a standard accessibility evaluation of physical library buildings is sufficient to reveal barriers that must be attended to for the library to be universally designed. Data was collected through a survey, two accessibility evaluations, and interviews with staff in the evaluated libraries. The findings show that evaluations based upon technical requirements for construction work is useful to identify barriers related to access and safety in the library and certain conditions inside, such as staircases and lightning. However, there is a need for library specific guidelines addressing the organization and presentation of the collection, signage, and to understand what users need to be self sufficient in the library when it is open outside opening hours and no staff is present.
Should Student Coursework Be Universally Designed? Universal Design Requirements May Prevent Academic Cheating
Authors: Sandnes Frode Eika , Tollefsen Morten , Herstad Jo , Knarlag Kjetil A.
Published: November 2024

This study explores the proposition of requiring students to hand in universally designed coursework and the transferrable benefits of accessibility audits. Coursework that adheres to universal design (UD) principles will be more accessible to fellow students and teachers. In this study we investigate if the universal design perspective can have positive side effects as a vessel for plagiarism detection. An experiment confirmed that an accessibility checking tool indeed can help flag some cheating attempts that go undetected by the plagiarism detection tool, but not all. Universal designed coursework requirements may prevent students from exploiting several of these cheating techniques. Through the process of preparing universally designed assignments, students will gain practice, knowledge, increased competence, and awareness of UD.
Universal Designed Homes: Social Value and Economic Benefits
Authors: Hallinan David , O’Reilly Ruth , Craddock Gerald
Published: November 2024

This paper examines the social value and economic benefits of Universal Design (UD) Homes, with a focus on assessing the potential financial savings arising in various areas of expenditure due to investment in UD Homes. Investment in the provision of UD Homes can result in a win-win outcome, leading to improved quality of life and more cost-effective forms of investment. UD Homes are found to be particularly cost-effective in the context of age friendly housing due to the potential to reduce the need for costlier forms of long-term residential care and the avoidance of injurious falls.
Long-Term Residential Care and the Built Environment: Improving Quality of Life and Resilience Through a Universal Design Approach
Authors: Grey Thomas , O’Donoghue Jennifer , Xidous Dimitra , O’Neill Desmond
Published: November 2024

This paper draws on a series of transdisciplinary research projects examining the role of the built environment in supporting quality of life in long-term residential care settings (LTRC) in Ireland. Acknowledging the impact of COVID-19, these projects include airborne infection control as a key theme. Moreover, considering the wide spectrum of needs, impairment, and health conditions experienced by people living in these settings, along with the diversity of residents, staff, and visitors who occupy LTRC buildings, the research is underpinned by a Universal Design (UD) approach. Finally, climate change is examined as emerging challenge, particularly for older people living in LTRC. Starting with these major concerns, this exploratory paper examines how UD can act as a bridging concept to bring together inclusion, quality of life, health and wellbeing, and climate resilience in the context of long-term residential care in Ireland and beyond.
Universal Design in University Environments. Are the New Buildings More Inclusive? A Tool for Equal Design Assessment
Authors: Mosca Erica Isa , Crotti Giulia Bianca , Capolongo Stefano , Buffoli Maddalena
Published: November 2024

This study explores the application of Universal Design (UD) principles to university environments, aiming to improve the experiences of students and staff by fostering inclusivity in educational and social spaces. The research began with a literature review and employed the ’Design for All A.U.D.I.T.’ tool, developed by Politecnico di Milano. This tool was adapted to evaluate six buildings across two universities in Milan:Politecnico di Milano and Statale University. The buildings ranged from the most recent to medium-aged and the oldest on each campus. The assessment focused on three main categories—physical, social, and sensory-cognitive quality—across eight key areas, including outdoor environments, entrances, halls, horizontal and vertical circulation, restrooms, classrooms, and study/leisure spaces. A binary scoring system was used to calculate the satisfaction of requirements, previously weighted by experts. The evaluation revealed that newer buildings generally scored higher on average (77%) compared to those from the 1960s (62%) and historical ones (67%). Despite higher scores, newer constructions often prioritized educational spaces over social and leisure areas, resulting in a lack of student gathering spaces. Significant issues included poor entrance design, inadequate wayfinding strategies, and a lack of inclusive classroom features, although restroom facilities consistently demonstrated good accessibility. The most recent building atPolitecnico di Milano scored highest overall but struggled in leisure and study rooms, as did the new building at Statale University. This research highlights both the current state and potential for improvement in university architecture through the lens of UD. The study underscores that innovative design does not always equate to user satisfaction and provides an objective tool to aid decision-makers in enhancing the accessibility and inclusivity of university spaces, ultimately improving the well-being of all users.
Which Accessibility for Mountain Natural Environments? The Ski-Ability Project
Authors: Arenghi Alberto , Bonetti Mariachiara , La Rocca Leonardo , Vaghi Luca
Published: November 2024

The growing desire to live experiences in naturalistic environments that are also opportunities for psycho-physical well-being has meant that the issue of accessibility is now involving environmental contexts that by their nature are often almost inaccessible due to both the morphology of the places and the meteorological-geographical conditions. It is evident that in such contexts the degree of accessibility cannot be fully satised by acting on the environment, it is, therefore, necessary to refer to notions such as reasonable accommodation or equivalent accessibility. In this sense, the degree of accessibility achievable involves more organizational aspects and the provision of special aids, reducing the number and scope of interventions in the physical environment. From this point of view, the sense of limitation inherent in the denition of Universal Design (which considers the greatest number of people possible) emerges avowedly, emphasizing even more specifically the difference between accessibility and usability. This paper aims to analyze how accessibility can be declined for places that by their nature are poorly accessible, what scope this has for the local population, and to propose an initial focus on the ongoing Ski-Ability Project research.
Predicting Digital Accessibility Through a Self-Assessment Test of Process Traits
Authors: Begnum Miriam E.N. , Harder Susanne K.
Published: November 2024

We have developed an 11-question self-assessment test that predicts whether a team is likely to develop accessible digital solutions – or not – based on the characteristics of the development processes. Our results indicate the test can predict both successes and failures with regards to accessibility of digital solutions. As such, teams and product leaders now have an easy way to identify whether the team’s knowledge, practices and mindset makes them likely to deliver accessible digital solutions. Further, the test identify which changes are needed for the team to better ensure digital accessibility.
Exploring the Use of AI for Enhanced Accessibility Testing of Web Solutions
Authors: Fuglerud Kristin Skeide , Halbach Till , Utseth Ingrid , Waldeland Anders Ueland
Published: November 2024

Artificial Intelligence (AI) holds significant potential for enhancing accessibility and user experience across digital products and services. However, mainstream web solutions commonly used by the general population still face accessibility barriers, hindering equal participation in the information society for people with disabilities. This article explores several promising applications of AI that can be used to create accessible solutions for people with disabilities. We also present our research, which aims to explore and demonstrate how various AI-based techniques can enhance and streamline accessibility testing for web solutions. We selected four success criteria from the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) that currently require extensive manual work and developed four prototypes using open-source machine-learning models to enhance conformance testing. While the prototypes need further optimization and evaluation, the results suggest that AI-based techniques can significantly reduce the need for manual work in accessibility testing.
Universally Designed Virtual Reality: Creating Inclusive and Immersive Learning Experiences with ‘VRinDanger’
Authors: Szentirmai Attila Bekkvik
Published: November 2024

This paper presents the design and implementation of VRinDanger, a universally designed (UD) educational virtual reality (VR) application aimed at providing an inclusive and immersive learning experience focused on the world’s deadliest animals. A mixed-methods study involving participants with diverse ages, skills, and abilities was conducted to evaluate the application’s accessibility, usability, user experience, and educational effectiveness in terms of learning outcomes. The findings demonstrate that integrating UD principles into VR design significantly improves accessibility, enhances user satisfaction, and promotes engagement and retention of educational content for diverse audiences. Furthermore, the study highlights the need for cost-effective, cross-platform VR solutions and the development of VR-specific accessibility guidelines. These insights contribute to the advancement of inclusive VR design and its broader application in educational technology.
Urgensitas Pembatasan Masa Jabatan Legislatif Perspektif Redbruck Theory
Authors: Mufti Rayhan Alendra Nauval , Aqila Salsabil , Leony Putri Ni Komang Dewinda , Tarmizi
Published: November 2024

The lack of regulation on the length of time someone can hold a legislative position is a significant issue in Indonesia. It can lead to abuse of power and hinder the fair execution of duties. Instead of protecting people from executive intimidation, the reform movement has created opportunities for unchecked legislative power. This article discusses the importance of limiting the length of legislative terms from philosophical, sociological, and legal perspectives, as proposed by Radbruck. Implementing specific regulations as part of the 1945 NRI Constitution can help address the legal gaps that currently allow excessive legislative power. This can be achieved by updating laws related to elections, political parties, and legislative bodies and refining candidacy requirements in electoral regulations. Any new regulations must align with the philosophical, sociological, and legal values of enforcing those regulations.
Cancer Mortality Among Women in the European Union: A Comprehensive Analysis of Economic, Social, and Health Factors
Authors: Koengkan Matheus , Fuinhas José Alberto , Kaymaz Volkan , Castilho Daniela
Published: November 2024

This study provides a comprehensive analysis of factors associated with cancer mortality among women in twenty-seven European Union (EU) countries from 2013 to 2021. Using Pooled Ordinary Least Squares and Quantile Regression models, we examine the impact of socioeconomic, health, and lifestyle factors on gender disparities in cancer mortality. Key findings reveal that higher average years of schooling among women is associated with an increase in cancer mortality, while higher Gross National Income per capita is linked to reduced mortality rates. Lifestyle variables, such as regular physical activity and dietary habits, are associated with lower cancer mortality, whereas unmet healthcare needs and certain socio-political factors correlate with increased mortality. The results underscore the importance of addressing healthcare access and gender equity to inform policy interventions aligned with UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) aimed at reducing cancer mortality among women in the EU.
Evolution of Perceived Vulnerability to Infection in Japan During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Authors: Ayumi Ikeda , Sasaki Kyoshiro , Yamada Yuki
Published: November 2024

The global pandemic triggered by the emergence of the highly contagious disease known as COVID-19 has brought about substantial shifts in the everyday lives of individuals across the globe. The present study aimed to elucidate the evolution of perceived vulnerability to disease (PVD) before, during, and after the pandemic by comparing PVD levels in Japan from 2018 to 2023. We analyzed longitudinal changes in perceived vulnerability to disease (PVD) using data collected in Japan across five time points (2018, 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023). Data from 2018, 2020, and 2021 were obtained from publicly available datasets, while we collected data from 2022 and 2023 for this study. The results showed that although PVD (consisting of perceived infectability and germ aversion) increased significantly in the early stages of the pandemic in 2020, it decreased each year thereafter. By 2023, perceived infectability had declined to a level lower than in 2018, while germ aversion, although lower than in 2020, remained higher than pre-pandemic levels. This finding indicates a tendency to underestimate one's resistance to infection during the pandemic, while after the crisis abated, individuals tend to assess their resistance to infection more positively. In contrast, germ aversion continued to show a lasting effect, remaining elevated even three years after the peak. These results suggest that the pandemic may have introduced a dual effect: in addition to heightening sensitivity to infection prevention, it may have cultivated a sense of “overconfidence” regarding infection resistance. This overconfidence potentially contributes to a more relaxed attitude toward infectious disease risks, as individuals perceive themselves as resilient after enduring an unprecedented public health crisis.
Görsel-Yazınsal Eser Olarak Şiir
Authors: Barlık Memet Metin , Görmez Merve Betül
Published: November 2024

Geleneksel söz-dizim kurallarını en aza indirgeyerek gelişmiş görsel yöntemlerle okuyucuya hitap eden ‘görsel şiir,’ edebi ve görsel sanat dalları arasındaki iletişim ve etkileşimi özgürleştiren bir tarz olarak tanımlanmaktadır. Şiirde, belirli bir temanın görselliğini ön plana çıkaran bir yaklaşım ve hassasiyetle zemine yansıtılması öncü (avant-garde) gelenekle ortaya çıkan önemli bir yeniliktir. Şiirin yazıldığı zemin üzerindeki ‘etkisiz’ alanı etkinleştiren ‘görsel şiir,’ şairin yetisel ve anlatı dilini kullanmadaki ustalığının yansıması olan yapısal, teknik ve semantik niteliklerin bir kenara bırakılarak, tercih edilen temanın, basılı, çizilmiş veya boyanmış bir görsellikle okuyucuya sunulmasını hedefler. Bu anlamda ‘görsel şiir’, minimalist yansımalar ve neo-barok çizimler gibi anlatı ve kompozisyon stratejilerinin tüm repertuarından yararlanarak şiir diline yeni bir yöntem kazandırır. Bu çalışma, Amerikan şiirinde 20. yüzyılın başlarından itibaren ortaya çıkan görsel şiiri incelemeyi ve görselliğin şiir diline olası katkılarını irdelemeyi amaçlamaktadır.
Yapay Zekânın Gelişimi ve Sistemin İnsandan Bağımsızlaşmasındaki Rolü
Authors: Günay İbrahim Emre
Published: November 2024

Kapitalizm kendi içinde 1970’lerde geçirdiği dönüşümden sonra günümüzde yeni bir dönüşüm daha geçirmektedir. İlkinde ekonomi politik sonlanmıştır ve yerini gösterge ekonomiye bırakmıştır. Başka bir deyişle rasyonel üretim düzeninden irrasyonel tüketim düzenine geçilmiştir. Bu bağlamda teknolojinin gelişmesine bağlı olarak iletişim sistemleriyle insan, tüketim düzenine eklemlenmiştir ve sürekli tüketerek kendi varoluşuyla ilgili sürekli yeni anlamlar üretmiştir. Böylece insan hem kendini hem de sistemi yeniden ve bir kısırdöngü içinde üretmiştir. Günümüzde ise kapitalizm teknolojinin gelişmesine bağlı olarak insandan bağımsızlaşmaktadır. Çalışmamızın konusu yapay zekâya bağlı olarak kapitalist sistemin artık kendi varoluşunu devam ettirmesinde başka bir deyişle kendinin yeniden üretiminde insana olan ihtiyacı kalmamasıdır. İnsanın kapitalist sistemde karar alma sürecini yitirmesi, sistemin bağımsızlığını ilan ederek, kendini üreten insanı kendiyle ilgili kararlarında dışarda bırakma ihtimalini doğurmaktadır. Çalışmanın amacı yapay zekânın gelecekte sistem üzerindeki etkilerini kestirmek zor olmakla beraber, bugünkü sınırlı gelişimi doğrultusunda kapitalizmi insandan bağımsızlaştırma, diğer bir deyişle sistemin kendini üretmesi için gerekli olan insana ihtiyacı kalmayacağı yönünde ilerlediğini sorgulamaktır. Çalışma nitel bir yaklaşımla ve doküman analizi yöntemiyle gerçekleştirilmiştir. Kapitalizmin yaşadığı bu radikal dönüşümün daha önce yaşanmaması çalışmanın literatüre katkı sağlaması açısından önemlidir.
Mourning Becomes Electra: Aile Sistemlerinde Sistemik Dolaşıklık Olgusu
Authors: Ekler Onur
Published: November 2024

The present article aims to discuss the phenomenon of systemic entanglement in the Mannon family in Eugene O’Neill's famous trilogy, Mourning Becomes Electra. It also argues that this trilogy can be read as a pioneering work for the recently popularized theory of “family constellations” by Bert Hellinger, a German psychologist. According to this theory, some unresolved conflicts or events in the past may cause some unconscious entanglements to move in loops and induce intergenerational suffering. In other words, it argues that ancestral curses and/or sins can be inheritable. If not resolved, they can inflict similar sufferings on the lives of the future members of the family. This theory has been snubbed and labelled as pseudoscientific by the rationalist science. However, having little or no definitive explanation on rational scientific grounds does not mean we can breeze past a perennial phenomenon that manifests in different contexts from Ancient Greece to today’s world. O’Neill takes off from this phenomenon in Mourning Becomes Electra, a re-interpretation of Aeschylus’s Oresteia, considering the dynamics of his contemporary America. He argues whether systemic entanglement in unhealthy family systems may inflict repetitive suffering on future generations. This trilogy may be read with an exploratory eye to lift the veil on this mystical functioning of systemic entanglement in the family context.
Keratitis and Current Treatment Methods in Pets
Authors: Aslan Nevzat Emre , Erol Hanifi
Published: November 2024

Keratitis is defined as infectious and non-infectious eye disease in human medicine and ulcerative and non-ulcerative disease in veterinary medicine. The corneal epithelium is the transparent anterior part of the eye that covers the iris and pupil. It acts as a transparent membrane that allows light to pass through the eye. A healthy cornea pre-vents bacteria invasion of the eye via anatomical, mechanical, immunological, and microbiological mechanisms. Failure of these defenses and trauma, immunosuppression, and neurological or iatrogenic factors predispose the cornea to ulcerative keratitis and bacterial eye infections. Inadequate tear secretion and eyelid dysfunction lead to insufficient corneal protection, and the combination of these reasons with endogenous causes triggers excessive epithelial dam-age.
Rheum ribes Uygulamasının Diyabetik Ratların Karaciğer ve Böbreklerinde TLR2 ve TLR4'ün İmmunohistokimyasal Lokalizasyonu Üzerine Etkisi
Authors: Akgün Ayhan , Deprem Turgay
Published: November 2024

Diyabetes mellitus (DM) çeşitli komplikasyonlara sebep olmaktadır. Bu komplikasyonların en önemlileri hemostaz-dan sorumlu olan karaciğer ve böbrekte meydana gelen komplikasyonlardır. Işgın (Rheum ribes, R. ribes) çeşitli hasta-lıkların yanı sıra DM’de de tedavi amaçlı kullanılmaktadır. TLR aile üyeleri birçok durumda artmaktadır. Ancak diyabetik hastalarda TLR2 ve TLR4'teki ekspresyon artışı dikkat çekmektedir. Çalışmamızda R. ribes ekstraktının diyabetteki etkilerinin yanı sıra diyabetik olgularda belirgin olarak artan TLR2 ve TLR4'ün immünohistokimyasal lokalizasyonunu incelemeyi amaçladık. DM deneklerde Streptozotosin (STZ) 50 mg/kg intraperitoneal uygulanarak oluşturuldu. R. ribes ve diyabet + R. ribes gruplarına 21 gün boyunca oral gavaj ile 200 mg/kg R. ribes ekstraktı verildi. Yapılan incelemede karaciğer dokusunda TLR2 immünreaktivitesi hepatositlerde, V. sentralislerde, sinuzoid endotellerinde; TLR4 immünre-aktivitesi V. sentralis, hepatositler ve V. interlobularislerde görüldü. Böbrekte ise TLR2 ve TLR4 immünreaktivite glome-rulus hücrelerinde, proksimal tubullerde, distal tubullerde ve medullada gözlendi. TLR2 sitoplazmik immünreaktif oldu-ğu halde TLR4 hem sitoplazmik hem de nükleerdi. Hem TLR2 hem de TLR4 için immünreaktivite diyabet grubu karaci-ğer ve böbrek dokularında yoğun olarak gözlenirken, R. ribes ekstraktı uygulanan diyabet grubu karaciğer ve böbrek dokularında immünreaktivitenin önemli ölçüde azaldığı gözlendi. Sonuç olarak diyabetik ratların karaciğer ve böbrek dokularında R. ribes bitkisinin pozitif bir etkiye sahip olduğu belirlenmiştir. Bundan dolayı çeşitli hastalıklarda da kullanı-lan R. ribes bitkisi DM hastalığı için ilaç endüstrisinde yeni tedavi yöntemlerinin geliştirilmesine katkı sağlayacağını düşünmekteyiz.
Antimicrobial Effect of Partially Purified Bacteriocins on Pseudomonas aeruginosa
Authors: Hacıömeroğlu Eda , Çufaoğlu Gizem
Published: November 2024

Bacteriocins are commonly used in foods to inhibit the growth of spoilage and pathogenic bacteria, thus extending the shelf life of food products. Interest in bacteriocins is increasing because of the increasing tendency of consumers to use healthy, natural and additive-free products in foods. In this study, it was aimed to investigate the control of P. aeruginosa in milk by using partially purified bacteriocins produced from lactic acid bacteria (LAB) strains. Among the 13 reference LAB strains, four strains that showed the highest antimicrobial activity by the agar spot test were selected for bacteriocin production. The bacteriocins were partially purified with 40% ammonium sulfate. The antibacterial activity of bacteriocins on P. aeruginosa strains was determined in arbitrary unit by the well diffusion meth-od. Then, UHT milk samples inoculated with P. aeruginosa and bacteriocin cocktail were stored at +4°C for a week and bacterial counts were performed on the 1st, 3rd, 5th, and 7th days. The LAB strains that displayed the widest clear zones on P. aeruginosa were determined as L. plantarum, L. paraplantarum, L. fermentum and L. pentosus and the antimicro-bial activities of the partially purified bacteriocins of these strains were 640, 640, 160 and 80 AU/ml, respectively. Among tested P. aeruginosa strains, the highest antibacterial effect was observed against P. aeruginosa ATCC 15442 (>18mm). In the milk model, the bacteriocin cocktail caused a decrease of approximately 2 log cfu/ml in the number of bacteria for up to three days and the number remained constant until the end of the seventh day. However, the de-crease in the number of bacteria was not statistically significant (P>0.05). As a result, bacteriocins obtained from Lacto-bacillus strains showed antibacterial effect on P. aeruginosa on agar medium but could not achieve a significant de-crease on the milk. However, bacteriocins, which have generally been proven to efficient on Gram-positive bacteria, have been determined to be effective on P. aeruginosa, a Gram-negative bacterium. Moreover, this study emphasizes that in addition to in-vitro experiments, products to be used for biocontrol purposes in foods are also needed to comple-ment with food models.
The Effect of Light Intensity and Temperature-Humidity Index on Egg Performance and Growth Rate in Laying Hens Raised in Different Cage Tiers
Authors: Özentürk Uğur , Çoban Ömer , Kesen Ali Osman , Uysal Ayşe
Published: November 2024

The aim of this research is to evaluate the effects of light intensity and the temperature-humidity index (THI) on egg performance and growth rate in laying hens reared on different cage tiers. Additionally, the study seeks to un-derstand the sensitivity and efficiency of chickens' comfort conditions under various climatic environmental conditions. Brown layer Hyline Brown hens were used as the animal material. In the experiment, 392 hens were housed in a total of 56 cages, with 7 hens per cage in a 4-tier cage system. During the experiment, live weights, growth rates, egg pro-duction, and egg weights of the hens were recorded and correlated with the THI and light intensity values measured in front of each cage. The results indicated that hens on the upper tiers had higher live weights, body weight gains, growth rates, egg production, and egg weights compared to those on the lower tiers. A negative relationship was found between the THI value and both growth rate and egg production. Increasing THI values negatively affected both body weight and egg production. Significant positive relationships were observed between light intensity and egg weight, egg production, and average egg production. In conclusion, environmental management and physiological factors are crucial in optimizing the performance of laying hens. Appropriate housing conditions, including optimal light intensity, and temperature management, are essential for maximizing both growth and reproductive performance. Additionally, achieving an ideal body weight at the beginning of the productive period is a crucial for egg production.
Legal and Policy Infrastructures of Returns in Canada
Authors: Ahouga Younes
Published: November 2024

This report examines the legal and institutional frameworks, operational infrastructure, and international cooperation involved in the removal of inadmissible foreign nationals and rejected refugee protection claimants from Canada. The analysis highlights that the Canadian return policy pursues two objectives: (1) facilitate the arrest, detention, and removal of foreign nationals, notably those who would pose a security risk; (2) safeguard the human rights of foreign nationals and refugee protection claimants. The first objective stems from the post-9/11 political context dominated by security concerns in which the contemporary Canadian return policy has been constructed. The second objective is epitomized by the need for the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act to be applied in a manner consistent with the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms and the international human rights instruments to which Canada is signatory. However, the indefinite administrative detention of foreign nationals for noncriminal purposes, including in provincial jails, suggests tensions between the two objectives. 

The report also indicates that the Canadian return governance landscape consists of policy and operational responsibilities borne by the federal government and agencies, which are monitored by administrative tribunals and federal and provincial superior courts, and involve NGOs and international actors. The report outlines the gaps in the Canadian return policy that threaten the human rights of foreign nationals and refugee protection claimants, highlights the operational difficulties in tracking the status of removal orders, and reflects the lack of cooperation of some countries of origin. 

Finally, the report develops two policy suggestions to protect foreign nationals' human rights: (1) setting a maximum period of detention for noncriminal purposes in accordance with international human rights standards and (2) establishing an independent oversight body to monitor the arrests, detentions, and removals of foreign nationals by the Canada Border Services Agency.
KAPİTALİST MODERNİZM VE POST-MODERNİZM TARTIŞMASI: D.HARVEY- J.F. LYOTARD
Authors: Sarı Mustafa Fatih
Published: November 2024

20. yüzyılın sonlarıyla beraber siyasal, ekonomik ve kültürel alanlarda çok önemli değişimler gerçekleşmiştir. Yeni döneme dair farklılıkları kuşatan bir kavram olarak “post-modernlik” öne çıkmıştır. Farklı perspektifler, bu değişimleri anlamak için farklı yaklaşımlar geliştirmişlerdir. Yeni dönemin anlamlandırılmasına dair pek çok temel görüş ayrılığına sahip olan David Harvey ve Jean-François Lyotard, söz konusu farklı yaklaşımlar için karakteristik örneklikler oluşturmaktadır. Lyotard, yeni dönemi “en gelişmiş” olarak nitelendirdiği toplumlarda bilginin durumu/statüsü üzerinden ele almaktadır. Yazar, “en gelişmiş” toplumlarda bilginin durumu/statüsünün 20. yüzyılın sonlarına doğru köklü bir biçimde değiştiğini iddia etmektedir. Ona göre oyun kurallarını gerekçeleriyle beraber ortaya koymak zorunda olan modern bilim, kendi statüsünü meşrulaştırmak adına birtakım büyük anlatılara başvurmak zorundaydı. Post-modern kuram ise büyük anlatılara duyulan güvensizlikle nitelenmektedir. Harvey ise bu köklü değişimlerin sonucunda kapitalizmin aşıldığını, post-kapitalist ya da post-endüstriyel topluma geçildiğini düşünmemektedir. Ona göre kapitalist birikimin temel kurallarıyla karşılaştırıldığında bu değişimler, yüzeysel görünümlerde beliren bazı değişikliklere karşılık gelmektedir. Harvey düşüncesinde postmodernliğin durumu kültürel alanda post-modernizm ve politik-ekonomik alanda bir birikim rejimi olarak esnek birikim modeli bağlamında ele alınmaktadır.