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Power of Bonding and Non-Western Emerging Great Powers Engagement
Authors: Islam Md. Nazmul
Published: December 2024

In international politics, states often strive to maintain their position through either cooperation or force. Soft power theory has emerged as a non-violent approach for states to achieve national interest by utilizing intangible resources. China and India have successfully employed soft power strategies to expand their influence, and as neighbors of both countries, Pakistan is a relevant case study for examining their soft power application. The withdrawal of the United States from Afghanistan has raised questions about how India and China will engage and cooperate in dealing with Pakistan, as well as how they will fill the regional gap left by the US. To explore these questions, a book has been developed that uses Joseph S. Nye's Soft Power theory and developing a new idea of “Power of Bonding” based on non-Western perspectives to examine India and China's soft power strategy on Pakistan. The book aims to compare and understand the influences, strategies, and resources used by India and China when dealing with Pakistan. Additionally, it evaluates their areas of influence and soft power strategy in three thematic areas: political and diplomatic engagement, cultural attributions and attraction for power bonding, and economic partnerships. To accomplish these objectives, the study relies on various research methods, including content analysis of articles published in Pakistan's DAWN newspaper, one-on-one interviews with participants from Pakistan, India, and China, and a literature review that includes non-academic publications, journals, academic books, and official government reports.
Material Ecocriticism and Sylvan Agency in Speculative Fiction
Authors: Colligs Britta Maria
Published: December 2024

Material Ecocriticism and Sylvan Agency in Speculative Fiction: The Forests of the World links the examination of fictional forests and arboreal characters of speculative fiction with the literary approach of material ecocriticism and a conceptualization of a sylvan agency. Aiming to establish and situate the investigation of sylvan agency firmly within the context of material ecocriticism, this book offers a framework for reading fictional forests with an ecocritical, and particularly eco-sylvan, lens and applies it to the analysis of the sylvan realm, arboreal characters and the relationship between human characters and their fictional forests in speculative fiction. Drawing on the re-negotiation of matter and material agency, the comprehensive study of the sylvan realm establishes a sylvan and arboreal agency in speculative fiction, ranging from classics, such as J. R. R. Tolkien’s fantasy The Lord of the Rings (1954-55) or Ursula Le Guin’s science-fiction novella The Word for World is Forest (1961), to contemporary texts, such as James Cameron’s Avatar (2010) or Ali Shaw’s The Trees (2016). The author argues for a re-negotiation of a sylvan agency and facilitation of an eco-sylvan awareness in times of environmental crisis.
Conflict and Cooperation in the South Caucasus Region
Authors: Sadri Houman A.
Published: December 2024

Conflict and Cooperation in the South Caucasus Region: From Theory to Policy combines IR theory and policy in a readable format. Houman A. Sadri discusses the distinctive challenges of the South Caucasus region and offers a survey of relevant IR theories. Armenia, Azerbaijan, and Georgia are covered in-depth since independence

These former Soviet republics have experienced major conflicts and cooperation since independence in the early 1990s. The 2008 Russian invasion of Georgia and the Armenian-Azeri Wars captured headlines and affected markets, but the completion of energy pipelines exposed the complexity of cooperation in connecting the regional and global political economy.

Conflict and Cooperation in the South Caucasus Region has three major purposes :1) To provide a survey of the major developments of the Caucasus States, 2) To analyze the application of IR prominent theories, and 3) To offer practical policy options for policymakers seeking to understand the South Caucasus region.

What does the remainder of the 21st Century hold for Armenia, Azerbaijan, and Georgian? Where are the main sources of threats? How can these threats be effectively dealt with?
High and Low Corruption
Authors: Adams Harry
Published: December 2024

High and Low Corruption: Children, Capabilities, and Crime provides a systematic theory of corruption, and analyzes “high corruption” in terms of political corruption and high-end white-collar crime, and “low corruption” in terms of juvenile delinquency and street crime. It shows how delinquents and street criminals often suffer from arrested development of their basic human capabilities. In turn, Harry Adams argues that their maldevelopment often emerges neither merely through their own fault when they were children nor through the fault of biological caregivers who were guilty of parental child neglect. Beyond this, Adams argues that the maldevelopment of at-risk youth commonly emerges through a kind of political child neglect, when corrupt public officials fail to provide adequate protection or back-up support for their development. In these ways, the author shows how the former type of high corruption (or “suite crime”) can significantly contribute to the latter type of corruption (and street crime). By applying a set of moral, constitutional, and criminological principles from Derek Parfit, Ronald Dworkin, and Jeffrey Reiman, respectively, Adams also provides a systematic account of why and how both these types of corruption should be curbed.
Visionary Art of the Americas
Authors: Cadena Botero Juan David
Published: December 2024

Unlike their European predecessors, many Latin American and North American authors turned to hallucinatory substances as elements of their own hemispheric heritage. The twentieth-century narratives analyzed in Visionary Art of the Americas: Hemispheric Transculturations, Hallucinogens, Politics, Aesthetics, and Mass Consumer Culture in the United States, Mexico, and Colombia acquire their true depth only within a much wider realm of visionary traditions spanning Asia, Africa, and the Americas. Socially and culturally marginalized alongside users, hallucinogens—simultaneously a colonial anathema and a sacred pre-Columbian ritual—have gained increased mainstream acceptance. The various films and texts analyzed in this book attest to the true heterogeneity of hallucinogenic experience in the Americas at a time when scholarly attention to hallucination and visions as a survival adaptation of organic intelligence is crucial to understand its differences from A.I.
African Pentecostal Theology
Authors: Kgatle Mookgo  Solomon
Published: December 2024

African Pentecostal Theology: Modality, Disciplinarity, and Decoloniality explores research methodology, theological disciplines, and contextualization as important aspects in the process of studying Pentecostal theology in an African context. Mookgo Solomon Kgatle outlines different data collection and data analysis methods, including the skills of interpreting and presenting research findings in a responsible manner. This book illustrates that Pentecostal theology, given its pneumatological approach, goes beyond conventional theological disciplines in transdisciplinary research. The development of knowledge in African Pentecostal Theology should recognize African Indigenous Knowledge Systems (AIKS), African oral and traditional cultures, and African indigenous languages to be relevant to Africans. Pentecostal theologians from different theological disciplines in Africa and globally will find this book a worthwhile read.
A Portrait of Contemporary U. S. Teachers of Piano
Authors: Stolz Barbara Ann
Published: December 2024

Using factors extrapolated from historical and social science literatures to frame the observations of twenty current U.S. piano teachers, A Portrait of Contemporary U.S. Teachers of Piano: A Musical Journey explores the contemporary U.S. piano teacher through a social science lens. Drawing on many interviewees' experiences with teaching piano, Barbara Stolz argues that each teacher is an artist and a pedagogue, teaching approaches are eclectic and pragmatic, and knowing each student is paramount.
PTSD and Folk Therapy
Authors: Wallis John Paul , Mechling Jay
Published: December 2024

Using war memoirs, war journalism, and the personal experiences of John Paul Wallis as a Marine with two tours of duty in Iraq, Wallis and Mechling analyze the folklore shared by male warriors in the combat zone to understand how the traditional everyday practices of these men in groups serve as a form of psychological first aid for relieving the symptoms associated with the stress of living, working, and fighting in the combat zone. The authors study how boys and men are socialized in American culture, the context for their examining the folk traditions, including pet-keeping, rough-and-tumble play fighting, video game play, masturbation, dark play, and deep play.
Queer Jewish Strangers in American Popular Culture
Authors: Karp Amy Tziporah
Published: December 2024

Queer Jewish Strangers in American Popular Culture: Life Between Assimilation and Otherness explores LGBTQIA+ Jewish American identity in the United States and the queer Jewish stranger figures who live in between incorporation and estrangement. Amy Tziporah Karp establishes that despite the near-ubiquitous portrayal of Jewish American assimilation as a finished project completed in the wake of World War II in academic disciplines and throughout popular culture, many LGBTQIA+ Jewish figures in contemporary popular culture inhabit stranger positionalities. In these stranger spaces, characters are forced to either perpetually attempt to assimilate or inhabit this interstitial stranger identity that is often viewed as a nowhere, or homeless, space. Those who pursue assimilating endlessly try to fit in to no avail, such as Jenny Schecter from Showtime's popular The L Word who is ultimately killed off on the show, possibly murdered by her LGBTQIA+ community of friends. Karp shows that those who attempt to make a home in a stranger positionality align themselves with other estranged and othered peoples, such as characters throughout Sarah Schulman's novels, and that this constitutes an ethical stance against the ways in which assimilation often inadvertently supports the workings of violent hegemonies in the United States.
Cytogenetics and Microdeletion Syndromes
Authors: Hameed Zargar Mahrukh , Mohiuddin Malla Tahir , Ahmed Faisel , A. Shah Zafar , Abass Wani Jaffar , Kirmani Asra
Published: December 2024

The emergence of molecular cytogenetic technologies has transformed the process of identifying new microdeletion syndromes. Traditional methods of identifying these syndromes relied on the chance discovery of patients exhibiting specific clinical features and visible chromosomal rearrangements through techniques like G-banding. However, with the introduction of comparative genomic hybridization using microarrays, it has become possible to detect previously unknown and recurring imbalances in individuals presenting with conditions such as mental retardation and nonspecific features. In contrast to the conventional “phenotype-first” approach in cytogenetics, array-based comparative genomic hybridization allows for a “genotype-first” approach. This means that the focus is on identifying genetic variations or imbalances in the genome before associating them with specific clinical phenotypes. By facilitating the identification of novel genomic disorders and recurrent imbalances, this technology has revolutionized the field of cytogenetics and deepened our understanding of the genetic underpinning of microdeletion syndromes. The present chapter emphasizes the role of cytogenetics technologies in delineating the aetiology of microdeletion syndromes.
The Gender Differences in Pay in Monopsonistic Labor Markets: Could Market Frictions Explain These Differences?
Authors: William Sloboda Brian
Published: December 2024

Monopsony has gained new momentum in recent years as a potential factor influencing gender-related outcomes in the workplace. This chapter provides a comparative analysis of monopsony in the context of labor markets and examines its implications for gender disparities. Monopsonistic power, exercised by employers in monopsonistic labor markets, can affect women’s labor market outcomes through various channels, including wage setting, labor mobility, occupational segregation, and job quality. Evidence suggests that monopsony power can contribute to gender-based wage discrimination, as employers can suppress wages below competitive levels. Moreover, monopsony can exacerbate occupational segregation, concentrating women in low-wage jobs. A growing body of literature shows that market frictions in labor markets refer to obstacles or inefficiencies that prevent the labor market from operating equitably and could affect the elasticity of labor supply. For women, these market frictions can manifest in several ways, e.g., caregiving responsibilities and being a trailing spouse. These market frictions create barriers that hinder achieving equal opportunities and outcomes compared to men. In other words, understanding the relationship between monopsony and gender is crucial for policymakers to promote effective policies and interventions for gender equality in the labor market.
Federated Learning with Partially Class-Disjoint Data
Authors: Fan Ziqing , Yao Jiangchao
Published: December 2024

Essentially, the federation of multiple clients is to acquire more complete information to promote learning a powerful model that recognizes general patterns of wider classes. However, a natural case usually presents in the real-world situation under a large label space, where only a subset of classes of samples are provided by individual clients. We term this practical setting as “federated learning with partially class-disjoint data” (PCDD), to differentiate from the ordinary study without emphasizing this extreme scenario. Generally, this setting is very challenging as different clients own partial classes and the resulting model on the client side cannot well support full-class topology for aggregation. In this chapter, we first show the significant difference of federation in PCDD compared to that in traditional non-IID studies, and then dissect recent advances concerning this challenge, following with discussion about the future trends. We illustrate the challenges using experimental results on benchmark datasets under PCDD conditions, finding that effective solutions to PCDD problems should provide optimal structures for global objective and allow flexible structures for personalized tasks. We make systematical analysis to underscore the significance of PCDD in heterogeneous federated learning and to inspire more explorations in the future.
Optimization of SoC Estimation with Extended Kalman Filter in Battery Management Systems
Authors: Üvez Buğra , Pınar Akkaş Özge , Eke İbrahim
Published: December 2024

Abstract— This paper deals with the optimization of the pinitial covariance, q-process covariance and r-measurement
covariance parameters of the Extended Kalman Filter (EKF),
which is widely used in the literature to improve battery condition
estimation in battery management systems (BMS), using the
metaheuristic optimization methods of genetic algorithm
optimization (GAO) and ant colony optimization (ACO). In
particular, the battery parameters in the reference study using
EKF and AEKF algorithms are considered. Based on the second
order resistor-capacitor equivalent circuit model (2RC ECM), it is
aimed to optimize the p, q and r parameters. This approach
provides a basis for improving the dynamic performance of electric
vehicle battery management systems
Comprehensive Improvement of the Hot Water Boilers Operating Efficiency
Authors: Tatiana A. Kulagina
Published: December 2024

Abstract. The article covers the specific features of the burner
method of combusting liquid and gaseous fuels. The boiler load is
regulated by changing the rate of gas flow to the burners or the
number of operating burners. In practice, burners often operate with
significant excess air of α = 1.4–1.6 or more, which reduces the
flame temperature. These conditions do not always lead to complete
gas combustion. Mode-adjustment measures on burners do not
reduce NOx formation. In our opinion, a promising option for
upgrading a boiler unit, taking the KVGM-116.3-150 hot water
boilers as an example, is to replace the burner method of combusting
gas or fuel oil with a cyclone-swirl method. The paper describes and
provides design features of a cyclone-vortex chamber with a
capacity of 65 MW. The operating conditions and efficiency of using
the "counter-flow" scheme on the boiler have been addressed. The
cyclone-vortex combustion technology, utilization of low-potential
heat from exhaust gases, injection of condensed liquid into the active
combustion zone, as well as the use of a counter-flow water
circulation system in the boiler make it possible to reduce the carbon
footprint, improve environmental performance and achieve a gross
efficiency of the KVGM-116.3- 150 boiler relative to the lower
calorific value of fuel combustion of up to 95–97%.
Investigation of hydrogen production efficiency from sodium boron hydride in the presence of biomass-based heterogeneous catalyst in different solvent environment
Authors: Çelepkolu Ekrem , Avcı Hansu Tülin , Göz Abdulgani
Published: December 2024

Abstract. In recent years, metal boron hydrides and
chemical hydrides such as ammonia borane have come to the
forefront as new hydrogen storage methods. One of these
chemical hydrides, sodium boron hydride (NaBH4), has the
potential to produce hydrogen through hydrolysis or alcoholic
solvents. Catalysts for hydrogen production from metal hydrides
is of great importance. In this study, biomass (Prosopis Farcta)
based catalyst will be used to produce hydrogen from NaBH4.
The production of catalyst from biomass and investigation of
hydrogen production from NaBH4 in ethanol, propylene glycol
and methanol in the presence of this catalyst is the basis of this
study. In the study, Prosopis Farcta was pre-activated with
different chemicals. Then carbonization process was carried out
at different temperatures at different burning times. The catalytic
performance of the obtained catalyst was tested using different
solvent media
Reality and Prospects of Energy-Efficient Buildings Construction
Authors: Mammadova Gulchohra , Mammadov Nurmammad , Taplamacioglu Cengiz , Akbarova Samira
Published: December 2024

Abstract— As cities grow rapidly and populations increase, there's
a stronger need for building methods that are friendly to the environment and
use energy wisely. This article discusses the shift towards sustainable
construction practices, focusing on using materials that are good for the
planet, technologies that use resources wisely, and smart systems that make
buildings more comfortable and efficient. It looks at how eco-friendly
building methods benefit both the environment and the economy, especially
in modern cities like Baku. To create models for smart and eco-conscious
buildings, various approaches, such as the analytic hierarchy process, are
used. These models take into account important aspects like climate, safety,
energy saving, and local architectural styles. The study also presents a system
for managing building operations, which includes automating heating,
ventilation, and energy management to improve thermal performance and
reduce environmental harm. The results show how expert systems can be
applied in real life to support sustainable urban growth and outline a clear
path for designing and operating responsible and energy-efficient buildings.
By merging expert predictions, new technologies, and thoughtful evaluation
methods, this research aims to push forward sustainable construction
practices and improve the strength of urban infrastructure.
NCREASING THE EFFICIENCY OF HEATING AND HOT WATER SUPPLY SYSTEMS USING A HEAT PUMP SYSTEM
Authors: Koroli Mekhriya , Ivanisova Adeliya , Khoshimova Feruza
Published: December 2024

Abstract—The results of experiments of an "air -to- water"
heat pump using solar photovoltaic panels to drive a compressor
and other electrical equipment of the heat pump are shown. The
schematic diagram and operating modes of the heat pump are
considered. A hybrid scheme of the heat pump with solar
photovoltaic panels and solar collectors for heat and cold supply
systems of buildings is proposed
Next-Generation Eco-Friendly DALI-Based Lighting Control Systems: Sustainability and Energy Efficiency
Authors: Koç Safak , Demirci Merve , Taplamacioglu M. Cengiz , Yusufbayli Nurali
Published: December 2024

Abstract - Increasing environmental concerns and energy costs
have made advanced lighting control systems essential for
sustainable infrastructures. This study examines the
contributions of DALI (Digital Addressable Lighting Interface)-
based lighting control systems to enhancing energy efficiency and
reducing environmental impact. The DALI protocol enables
precise control over individual luminaires, incorporating features
such as daylight optimization, motion detection, and adaptive
dimming, which can reduce energy consumption by up to 40%.
These solutions, integrated with IoT-based monitoring systems
and renewable energy sources, not only achieve energy savings
but also enhance user comfort and productivity. Furthermore,
compliance with international IEC 62386 standards ensures
flexibility and interoperability across diverse applications. In
conclusion, the adoption of environmentally friendly DALI-based
lighting technologies represents a pivotal step toward achieving
sustainability goals. This topic serves as an inevitable focal point
for architects, engineers, and policymakers designing the
buildings of the future.
Comparison of Mechanical Solar Energy Storage Methods: Current Situation and Future Perspectives in Türkiye and Azerbaijan
Authors: Inan Ayse , Duzkaya Hidir , Taplamacioglu M. Cengiz , Kerimov Agshin
Published: December 2024

Abstract— Nowadays, energy storage technologies play a
crucial role in optimizing solar energy utilization and addressing
supply-demand imbalances. This study focuses on the energy
storage potential and technologies in Türkiye and Azerbaijan,
specifically examining mechanical methods for solar energy
storage, such as Pumped Hydro Storage (PHS), Compressed Air
Energy Storage (CAES), and Flywheel Energy Storage (FES).
Both countries possess substantial renewable energy resources,
including solar and wind. However, the integration of energy
storage systems is necessary to maximize solar energy effectively.
Türkiye has shown significant progress with a strong regulatory
framework supporting energy storage investments, demonstrating
its commitment to achieving net-zero emissions by 2053. In
contrast, Azerbaijan prioritizes solar energy growth through
international partnerships and national policies, such as the Law
on Efficient Use of Energy Resources and Energy Efficiency. By
comparing the efficiencies, costs, and environmental impacts of
mechanical storage technologies, this study provides insights for
optimizing solar energy deployment in these nations.
Energy Efficiency Review and Improvement in Turkish Electricity Transmission System
Authors: Yakupoglu Hidayet , Gozde Haluk , Taplamacioglu M. Cengiz , Mammadov Nurmammad
Published: December 2024

Abstract— While there is a relationship between the level of
economic development of countries and electricity
consumption, the efficient use of electrical energy with minimal
loss is also considered an indicator of the level of development.
When the trend of Turkey's electrical energy consumption over
the years is observed, it is clearly seen that an ongoing increase
in energy consumption. However, in the country's power
system topology, the transfer of generated electrical energy to
distribution points located in remote locations causes an
increase in transmission losses. Since the energy transmission
quantity is higher in transmission system, decreasing the
amount of loss ratio is very important. In this study, effective
methods for decreasing transmission system losses and the
main factors affecting transmission losses have been analysed
and discussed in terms of energy efficiency in the Turkish
Electricity System.
Robust Stability Regions of Micro-Grid System Enhanced by Virtual Inertia and Damping Control using Kharitonov’s Theorem
Authors: Nur Gül Kubra , Sönmez Şahin , Ayasun Saffet
Published: December 2024

Abstract This paper presents computation of robust stability
regions of a time-delayed microgrid containing a virtual inertia
and damping control loop. The inclusion of power electronics
converter based renewable energy sources in microgrids could
degrade the frequency performance of the system due to
insufficient inertia and damping. Additionally, uncertainties in
system parameters and communication time delays negatively
affect the frequency stability. Therefore, the design of the robust
controller parameters for microgrids is vital to maintain the
robust frequency stability. In this study, a set of proportional
integral gains defined as a stability region in the controller gain
space that ensures the robust stability of microgrids is determined
by a novel utilization of Kharitonov’s Theorem and stability
boundary locus is determined. The impacts of parametric
uncertainties and time delay on stability regions are
comprehensively investigated. Results clearly illustrate that
stability regions become smaller with increase in the parametric
uncertainty and time delay.
Using Machine Learning to Study Electricity Demand
Authors: Bilbao Aimar
Published: December 2024

Abstract—Electricity demand estimation is a crucial
component for the efficient and safe operation of power systems.
With the advancement of smart grid technologies and the
integration of renewable energy sources, especially wind and
photovoltaic, the accuracy of demand prediction has become even
more essential. In this context, Machine Learning methods have
proven to be powerful tools to improve the accuracy of electricity
demand predictions.
Among the various Machine Learning algorithms, the
Random Forest has gained popularity due to its ability to handle
large volumes of data and its robustness against data variability.
This technique is a supervised learning method that uses multiple
decision trees to make predictions. Each tree in the forest is
trained with a random sample of the dataset, and the final
predictions are obtained by averaging the predictions of all the
trees. This bagging (bootstrap aggregating) technique helps
reduce overfitting and improves model accuracy.
Applying Machine Learning methods in electricity demand
estimation involves several key steps. First, historical electricity
consumption data is collected along with explanatory variables
such as temperature, humidity, day of the week, and special
events. This data is split into training and test sets. During
training, the algorithm follows a process that, in the case of the
Random Forest, builds multiple decision trees using different
subsets of features and data. Each tree is trained to predict
electricity demand based on the selected features.
Studies have shown that models based on this type of
technique can outperform other traditional demand prediction
methods such as linear regression models and simple neural
networks. The results showed that the Random Forest model
provided more accurate and stable predictions compared to other
methods.
As smart grids and renewable energy sources continue to
evolve, the application of advanced machine learning techniques
will be critical to ensure efficient and sustainable management of
energy resources
Roadmap for Determination of Sustainable Solar Energy Potential of Azerbaijan-Karabakh Region
Authors: Osman Kucuk Ali , Saka Mustafa , Feyziyava G. G. , Memmedova Malahat
Published: December 2024

Abstract: In this study, a roadmap has been drawn for the
studies that need to be carried out for the potential use of
renewable energy sources, especially solar energy, and the
development processes in the Karabakh region of Azerbaijan,
which was liberated from enemy occupation. The aim is for the
measurements, observations and analyses that can be carried out
in the region, the outputs of the studies to be carried out in the
future to clearly reveal the energy potential of the region, to
determine the steps to be taken in the near and long term, and to
determine the preliminary studies required for the steps to be
taken and the studies to be carried out to be more effective. In
this study, the priority criteria have been determined and it is
aimed to be a guiding study for the studies to be carried out
thanks to these criteria. This study has revealed the technology
related to solar energy, the perspectives encountered, the
capabilities and the possible problems that may be encountered.
A Review On Computer Aided Melanoma Detection Techniques
Authors: Yalcinkaya Fikret , Erbas Ali , Jain Vanita
Published: December 2024

Abstract: In recent years computer-aided diagnostic
systems (CADS) have been able to diagnose melanoma in its
early stages due to their ability of capturing the smallest
detail in the lesion image. The lethality of melanoma
increases as it advances and even reaches a point where it is
no longer treatable, so the earlier the diagnosis can be made
the higher the chance of survival is. Therefore, early
melanoma detection is critical, and hence the computer-aided
diagnostic systems play a crucial role for melanoma
diagnosis in proper time. CADS integrated with powerful
neural networks algorithms are the main tools capable of
diagnosing melanoma with high values of sensitivity,
specificity, and accuracy metrics. To this end, this review
paper discusses the role of deep learning (DL), artificial
intelligence (AI) and computer aided detection techniques
(CADT) and their association with early detection of
melanoma; the principles and algorithms used in the
detection process and the metrics available to evaluate the
results obtained.
Electrophysical Properties of Zn-doped CdS thin films with Electrodeposition Method for Photovoltaic Applications
Authors: Z. Alisoy Hafız , Ertürk Kadir , Bulut Çalman Yılmaz
Published: December 2024

Abstract—With a band gap of 2.42eV, CdS (Cadmium
Sulphide) semiconductor is an important semiconductor material
that has been studied for a long time to be used as a buffer layer
for heterojunction solar cells. The semiconductor thin film with
electrochemical deposition becomes increasingly popular because
it has advantages of economical and capability of large area
deposition. In this study, Zn (Zinc) doped cadmium sulfide thin
films have been deposited onto indium tin oxide glass substrate by

electrodeposition method at 50°C temperature using a simple two-
electrode system and aqueous solutions of zinc chloride,

cadmium chloride and sodium thiosulfate solutions. The effect of
Zn doped on structural, morphological and optical properties was
studied. When the results were examined, it was seen that the Zn
doped CdS semiconductor thin film was obtained in a nano
structure and homogeneously. From Mott-Schottky analysis, it
was determined that the Zn-doped CdS semiconductor thin film is
n-type. It was determined from the UV-VIS analysis that the Zn
additive increased the band gap of the CdS semiconductor thin
film. Therefore, it has been seen that it will be important to use
Zn doped CdS semiconductor thin film in solar cell applications.
Evaluación Educativa
Authors: Sánchez-Amaya Tomás
Published: December 2024

Este ejercicio analítico e interpretativo busca llamar la atención sobre la condición ontológica de la evaluación, sobre su teleología, sobre las formas de instalación en las sociedades modernas. El análisis muestra cómo algunas prácticas evaluativas (desde perspectivas utilitaristas, mercantilistas), que se relacionan con la educación, la pedagogía, la formación, desconociendo sus dimensiones éticas y políticas, se han desvirtuado y se han convertido en un instrumento de segregación, exclusión, masificación, cosificación, en el suelo de sujetos individuales y también de conglomerados humanos. A partir de un análisis documental, nos acercamos a algunos postulados de la pedagogía crítica, de la filosofía práctica (ética) y de la experiencia docente e investigativa, en un intento de resignificar la práctica evaluativa en tanto valor —valioso— para el aprendizaje, para la formación y para el rereconocimiento de los otros, en tantos temas de valoración.
Reforma do Ensino Médio e a Formação de Professores
Authors: Luis de Oliveira José , Teodora Ens Romilda , Donato Sueli Pereira
Published: December 2024

Os debates que compõem este artigo focalizam a reforma do Ensino Médio e seus impactos na formação de professores para o Novo Ensino Médio (NEM), e visam colaborar com a ampliação das discussões referentes aos problemas que envolvem a formação de professores para esta modalidade de ensino no Brasil, por sua vez, alinhada à BNCC da Educação Básica, que resguarda a concepção economicista, tecnocrática e pragmática da educação, na defesa da formação coadjuvante com a perspectiva humana e crítico-emancipatória, a exemplo da escassez de professores, inadequação e insuficiência de políticas e os programas de formação inicial. Nessa pesquisa, tomamos alguns fundamentos das Representações Sociais para interpretar e compreender as políticas de formação de professores, com a opção pela hermenêutica, a abordagem qualitativa, exploratória e documental, com procedimentos bibliográficos e análise documental que evidenciaram a subordinação da formação de professores à BNCC-Educação Básica, ao mesmo tempo que reclama profundas reflexões sobre como temos pensado e proposto as formações para professores em nosso país.
Enhancement of the Performance of a Solar Still Using a Vibrator
Authors: Mahmood Amal
Published: December 2024

Solar distillation is an effective way to generate fresh, potable water in areas with abundant sunlight and sufficient water unfit for human consumption or other activities. Therefore, the current work introduces vibrator technology to improve the performance of a single-slope solar still (CSS) that uses solar energy to evaporate salt water. The new still was introduced as CSS-V. The effect of the water level inside the basin was studied for a level of (1,2) cm. The results showed that lowering the water level by 50% increases productivity by 9%. The use of a vibrator was found to increase productivity by 9% to a water level of 1 cm.
Active Techniques of Heat Transfer Enhancement: A review
Authors: Mraiza Duaa , Faraji Foad
Published: December 2024

In this work, active methods for improving heat transfer are discussed, with a particular emphasis on new ideas and their applicability in various sectors of different types. Heat transfer efficiency is essential for optimising energy utilisation in industries such as chemical processing, heating, ventilation, air conditioning (HVAC), and renewable energy. Mechanical assistance, surface vibrations, electrostatic fields, and fluid injection are some approaches investigated in this research. The study also investigates the ideas behind these techniques and their practical ramifications. The results of this study indicate that active approaches, even though they often call for more power, have the potential to greatly improve thermal performance and provide new solutions for difficult technical difficulties.
Exploring the Role of Block-chain in IoT-Driven Healthcare Solutions
Authors: Shanshool Abeer Mohammed
Published: December 2024

Due to advances in database hacking, cloud computing, and communication network penetration, current methods are needed to combat IoT threats. This work will leverage blockchains. Blockchains improve transaction speed, accuracy, security, and transparency. The blockchain is expected to make trading stocks, processing payments, managing birth certificates and health information, processing property titles, monitoring digital supply chains, and coordinating the burgeoning IoT simpler, quicker, and cheaper. Blockchain used to protect IoT; research was conducted on blockchain and methods used in the development of data transfer and database security. This study clarifies this technique and what techniques are used with this technology and compares it to previous research that used different protection methods and different directions for investing blockchain in IoT.
Protecting Communication Situations Using IPSec and IKE Essentials and Applications
Authors: Albayati Arkan Mahmood , Zarai Faouzi
Published: December 2024

With a particular focus on IPSec (Internet Protocol Security) and IKE (Internet Key Exchange), this article offers a thorough analysis of the technologies used to protect communication channels inside contemporary networks. The ideas are explained in detail in the article.
elements, modes of operation, and real-world uses of these technologies. The combination of IPSec and IKE is also covered, along with related issues and concerns and potential advancements in the sector.
Ali Mustafa Yaqub dan Kontribusinya terhadap Pengembangan Literatur serta Dinamika Hadis di Indonesia
Authors: Rafiq Muhamad Chaedar , Sa’adah Dadah
Published: December 2024

Ali Mustafa Yaqub is a pivotal figure in the development of literature and hadith dynamics in Indonesia. Through his works and ideas, he significantly contributed to hadith studies, both methodologically and substantively. This research aims to examine Ali Mustafa Yaqub's contributions to hadith literature development, discussing hadith dynamics widely accepted as authentic, yet revealed as inauthentic. Focusing on his research and dissemination approaches, this study analyzes the impact on society and academia. The findings indicate that Ali Mustafa Yaqub's contributions extend beyond writing, encompassing deeper hadith understanding education and dissemination among Indonesians.
Pemanfaatan Tanaman Obat Keluarga (TOGA) Dalam Kehidupan Sehari-Hari Bagi Siswa/I SMA N 01 Tebing Tinggi
Authors: Abdullah Adhha  , Ikhwanul Khairi N  , Fitria Ananda V
Published: December 2024

Kuliah Kerja Nyata (KKN) Universitas Abdurrab dari kelompok 11 yang berlokasi di Kabupaten Kepulauan Meranti, tepatnya di Kecamatan Tebing Tinggi, Kecamatan Merbau, dan Kecamatan Rangsang. Kuliah Kerja Nyata ini dengan mengusung tema “Selamatkan Negeri Melalui Pendidikan” . Adapun tujuan dari pelaksanaan kegaiatan Kuliah Kerja Nyata ini ialah memberikan pengalaman bagi calon sarjana yang mampu mengidentifikasi masalah yang dihadapi dalam pengembangan diri dan persiapan terjun di masyarakat dalam menjalani kehidupan sehari-hari, dan memperluas hubungan kerja sama antara lembaga pendidikan tinggi dengan sekolah negeri dan swasta. Program Kerja yang dilaksanakan oleh mahasiswa KKN kelompok 11 Universitas Abdurrab melakukan penyuluhan di Sekolah Menengah Atas (SMA) yaitu dengan melaksanakan Misi Literasi dengan melakukan program penyuluhan dan sosialisasi serta tes minat bakat dan pengenalan kampus yang bertujuan untuk menambah pengetahuan bagi siswa/I. kemudian Misi Emasnya dengan melakukan kegiatan pembuatan jamu herbal, pembuatan jamu herbal ini berupaya meningkatkan pemanfaatan tamanam obat keluarga (Toga).
Comparative Study of Dyslipidemia in Diabetic Patients with Diabetic Nephropathy and Diabetic Patients without Nephropathy
Authors:   Assistant Professor, Department of Emergency Medicine, AIIMS Patna, Bihar, India, Kumar Dr Sunil , Kumar Dr Deepak ,   Assistant Professor, Department of Emergency Medicine, AIIMS Patna, Bihar, India, Kumari Dr Khushboo ,   Resident, Department of Microbiology, PMCH, Bihar, India, Rahul Dr Aaruni ,   Assistant Professor, Department of Emergency Medicine, AIIMS Patna, Bihar, India, Vaibhaw Dr Vishal ,   Assistant Professor, Department of Emergency Medicine, AIIMS Patna, Bihar, India, Singh Dr Vinay Kumar ,   Senior Resident, Department of Emergency Medicine, AIIMS Patna, Bihar, India
Published: December 2024

Background: Dyslipidemia is a significant risk factor for cardiovascular complications and renal damage in diabetic patients, particularly those with nephropathy. It exacerbates diabetic nephropathy (DN) progression through mechanisms such as oxidative stress and glomerulosclerosis.
Objectives: This study aimed to compare lipid abnormalities between diabetic patients with nephropathy and those without, assess correlations with glycemic control and urinary microalbumin, and evaluate dyslipidemia’s impact on renal function.
Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted at Patna Medical College & Hospital involving 60 diabetic patients aged 20–60 years, divided into two groups: diabetic patients with nephropathy (Group A, n=30) and without nephropathy (Group B, n=30). Demographics, lipid profiles, glycemic parameters, and renal function were analyzed. Dyslipidemia prevalence was assessed, and statistical significance was determined using SPSS (p<0.05 considered significant).
Results: Dyslipidemia was more prevalent in the nephropathy group (73.3% vs. 46.7%, p=0.03), with significantly elevated cholesterol, triglycerides, LDL-C, and reduced HDL-C levels. Mean fasting glucose, postprandial glucose, and HbA1c levels were also higher in the nephropathy group (p<0.05).
Conclusion: Dyslipidemia is significantly more severe in diabetic patients with nephropathy, linked to poor glycemic control and renal dysfunction. Targeted lipid management strategies are essential to mitigate cardiovascular and renal risks in these patients.
Güncel Yönetim Uygulamaları
Authors: Ulaşkın Şükriye , İlgen Aylin , Karaca Kalkan Pelin , Aydın Ayşegül Alev , Kuzgun Şerife , Demiral Gülten , Katrancı Altay Ayşe Esra , Kasnak Ebru , Apaydın Nurhan , Zeybek Yılmaz Ece , Uçtu Kasım , Kılıç Özkaynar Gülnaz
Published: December 2024

Günümüz dünyası, hızla değişen ekonomik, teknolojik ve toplumsal dinamikler çerçevesinde yönetim uygulamalarında yeni yaklaşımları zorunlu kılmaktadır. Özellikle şeffaflık, hesap verebilirlik, dijital dönüşüm, hibrit çalışma modelleri ve kriz yönetimi gibi kavramlar, geleneksel yönetim anlayışlarının ötesine geçerek işletmelerin daha etkili ve esnek stratejiler geliştirmesini gerektirmektedir. Bu ihtiyaçlar doğrultusunda hazırlanan "Güncel Yönetim Uygulamaları" başlıklı kitabımız, hem akademik literatüre hem de yöneticilere yol gösterecek çok yönlü bir kaynak sunmayı amaçlamaktadır.
Kitap, farklı uzmanlık alanlarına sahip yazarların katkılarıyla şekillenmiştir. Dr. Şükriye Ulaşkın’ın etik yönetim, şeffaflık ve hesap verebilirlik konularındaki derinlemesine analizleri, şirketlerde daha sağlıklı bir kurumsal kültür oluşturmanın önemi üzerine yeni bakış açıları sunmaktadır. Dr. Pelin Karaca Kalkan ve Ayşegül Alev Aydın’ın stratejik yetenek yönetimi konusunda yazdıkları, yeteneklerin kuruluşlar için nasıl değer yarattığını ve bunların nasıl elde tutulabileceğini irdelemektedir.
Dr. Şerife Kuzgun’un yetkinlik ve yetenek yönetimi üzerine yeni eğilimleri ele aldığı bölüm, insan kaynakları uygulamalarının çok boyutluluğuna dikkat çekerken; Dr. Aylin İlgen’in dijital dönüşüm üzerine çalışması, teknolojinin yönetimdeki önemine vurgu yapmaktadır. Doç. Dr. Gülten Demiral ve Ayşe Esra Katrancı Altay ise sanal uygulamaların insan kaynakları yönetimindeki etkisini inceleyerek, dijital çağın çalışma modellerine olan katkısını ortaya koymaktadır.
Dr. Ebru Kasnak’ın pandemi sonrası kriz yönetimi ve esneklik üzerine yazdıkları, organizasyonların kriz anlarında nasıl çevik davranabileceğini göstermektedir. Dr. Nurdan Apaydın’ın duygusal zekâ ve empati temelli liderlik konusunda kaleme aldığı bölüm ise insani değerlerin liderlikteki önemine dikkat çekmektedir.
Dr. Ece Zeybek Yılmaz, hibrit çalışma modellerinin verimlilik ve iş-yaşam dengesi arasındaki etkisini irdelemekte; Dr. Kasım Uçtu ise geleneksel çalışma saatlerinin değişen dinamikler içindeki rolünü ele almaktadır. Son olarak, Dr. Gülnaz Kılıç Özkaynar’ın psikolojik güvenlik ve çalışan refahı üzerine yazdığı, iş yerlerinde daha sağlıklı bir çalışma ortamının önemi üzerine odaklanmaktadır.
Bu kitap, akademik ve profesyonel iş hayatının kesiştiği noktada yöneticiler, insan kaynakları uzmanları, lider adayları ve araştırmacılar için önemli bir kaynak niteliği taşımaktadır. Kitabın, yönetim alanına yönelik teorik birikim ve uygulamalı çözümler sunarak hem öğretici hem de rehber niteliğinde bir rol oynamasını diliyoruz.
Bu çalışmanın ortaya çıkmasında emeği geçen tüm yazarlarımıza teşekkür eder, okuyucularımıza faydalı olmasını temenni ederiz.
İnsan Kaynakları Yönetiminde Yeni Trend Sanal Uygulamalar
Authors: Demiral Gülten , Katrancı Altay Ayşe Esra
Published: December 2024

İnsan kaynakları yönetimi alanı, teknolojinin hızla gelişmesiyle birlikte önemli bir dönüşüm yaşamaktadır. Özellikle Artırılmış Gerçeklik, Sanal Gerçeklik, Metaverse ve Yapay Zeka gibi dijital inovasyonlar, insan kaynakları uygulamalarını yeniden şekillendirerek, çalışanların işe alım süreçlerinden eğitimlerine, performans değerlendirmelerinden organizasyon kültürünün geliştirilmesine kadar geniş bir yelpazede yeni fırsatlar sunmaktadır. Bu yeni teknolojiler, iş gücü yönetimi ve çalışan deneyimini daha etkileşimli, verimli ve kişiselleştirilmiş hale getirerek, organizasyonların hem verimliliğini hem de çalışan bağlılığını artırmaktadır.
Artırılmış Gerçeklik uygulamaları içerik olarak sanal ürün deneme, sanal eğitim ortamlarıyla satış becerilerini geliştirme, sanal olarak çeşitli müşteri senaryoları üretme böylece çalışanları gerçek iş ortamına hazırlama fırsatları sunmaktadır. Sanal Gerçeklik uygulamaları, insan kaynakları çalışanlarına risk almadan ve gerçekteki maliyetlere katlanmadan deneyim kazanma gibi fırsatlar sunmaktadır. Metaverse uygulamalarla örneğin, sanal ofisler oluşturulmakta, oyunlaştırılmış mülakatlar ve sanal etkinlikler düzenlenmektedir. Yapay zeka uygulamaları ise rutin tekrar eden işlerin hızlıca yapılmasını sağlama, yetenek avcılığı özellikleriyle işe uygun çalışan seçmeyi kolaylaştırma gibi insan kaynakları yönetimine avantajlar sunmaktadır.
Gelecekte, bu teknolojilerin daha da ileri seviyelere taşınmasıyla birlikte insan kaynakları yönetiminin daha dinamik, esnek ve çalışan odaklı hale gelmesi beklenmektedir. Teknolojik ilerlemeler, çalışan bağlılığını artırırken, organizasyonların verimliliğini de önemli ölçüde iyileştirecektir. Teknolojinin her alanda olduğu gibi insan kaynakları yönetimine de önemli yenilikler getireceği gerçeğinden yola çıkarak bu çalışmada insan kaynakları yönetiminde artırılmış gerçeklik, sanal gerçeklik, metaverse ve yapay zeka teknolojilerinin kullanımı incelenmiş ve bu teknolojilerin insan kaynakları yönetim süreçlerinde nasıl bir değişim yarattığı gelecek trendlerin neler olabileceği ele alınmıştır.
Bir Kuşak Bir Yol Projesi Kapsamında Çin’in Türkiye Yatırımları ve Türkiye – Çin Dış Ticareti Üzerine Bir Değerlendirme
Authors: Kadem Furkan , Şişman Muhammet Yunus
Published: December 2024

Bu çalışma, Bir Kuşak Bir Yol (BKBY) projesinin muhteva, ticari hacim, ekonomik hedefler, finansman kaynakları, dizayn edilen projeler ve global ekonomik portre gibi önemli boyutlarını detaylı bir şekilde ele almaktadır. Ayrıca Çin'in ticaret yapısı ve dünya ekonomisi içindeki konumu, dış ticaret politikası reformları, dünya ticaret örgütü üyeliği gibi konulara odaklanmaktadır.
Türkiye ve Çin arasındaki ticaret ilişkileri, dış ticaretin yapısı, doğrudan dış yatırımlar ve çeşitli sektörlerdeki işbirlikleri incelenmiştir. Araştırmanın bulguları, Türk Akımı, Mersin Limanı, İstanbul-Kapıkule Yüksek Hızlı Tren Hattı, Kars-İstanbul Demiryolu, Akkuyu Nükleer Santral, Hunutlu Termik Santrali, Kalyon Güneş Teknolojileri Fabrikası ve Kumport Limanı gibi önemli altyapı ve enerji projelerini içermektedir.
Analiz ve tartışma bölümleri, bu projelerin detaylarını ve önemli noktalarını vurgulamaktadır. Sonuçlar ve öneriler kısmı ise bu projelerin etkileri, olası yönlendirmeler ve gelecekteki çalışmalar için önerileri içermektedir.