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DEMOKRATİKLEŞME DÜZEYİNİN İKTİSADİ KALKINMAYA ETKİLERİ
Authors: Biçen Ömer Faruk
Published: December 2024

Ülkelerin demokratikleşme düzeyi ile iktisadi kalkınma düzeyleri arasında yakın bir ilişki mevcuttur. Bu çalışmada, 2002-2022 yılları arasında 71 ülkede demokratikleşme düzeyinin iktisadi kalkınma üzerindeki etkileri incelenmektedir. Ülkeler, tüm ülkeler grubuna ilave olarak Sahra-Altı Afrika, Orta ve Güney Amerika ile Güney ve Güneydoğu Asya alt grupları çerçevesinde de ele alınmıştır. Çalışmada kullanılan demokratikleşme göstergeleri; politik haklar endeksi (dem1) ile politik haklar ve sivil özgürlükler endeks değerlerinin aritmetik ortalamasıdır (dem2). Sapması düzeltilmiş kukla değişkenli en küçük kareler yöntemi (LSDVC) çerçevesinde elde edilen tahmin sonuçları dem1 değişkeninin yalnızca tüm ülkeler grubu için negatif ve anlamlı olduğunu göstermiştir. dem2’ye ait sonuçlar ise tüm ülkeler grubuna ilave olarak Sahra-altı Afrika ülkelerinde de demokratikleşmenin iktisadi kalkınmaya olumlu katkıda bulunduğunu doğrulamaktadır. Dirençli tahmin sonuçları incelendiğinde ise tüm ülkeler grubunda ve Sahra-altı Afrika ülkelerinde hem dem1 hem de dem2’ye ait katsayılar negatif ve anlamlı bulunmuştur. Orta ve Güney Amerika ülkeleri ve Güney ve Güneydoğu Asya ülkelerinde ise politik haklar ve sivil özgürlükler temelinde ele alınan demokratikleşme düzeyi iktisadi kalkınmayı desteklememektedir.
BIBLIOMETRIC ANALYSIS OF STUDIES RELATED TO BLOCKCHAIN-BASED ELECTRONIC COMMERCE
Authors: Oğuz Ahmet , Çetinoğlu Seval
Published: December 2024

Recently, blockchain technology has affected many areas, especially the financial system. E-commerce system is also included in these areas. The study is a bibliometric analysis of research on blockchain-based electronic commerce in the world. As a result of digitalization, the effects of blockchain technologies on electronic commerce have been examined in terms of research. Within the scope of the research, first of all, 331 studies on blockchain-based electronic commerce in the web of science database between 2015 and 2024 were obtained. Later related studies; It was examined according to parameters such as publication year, author information, research areas, publication sources, publication countries and publication languages. In addition, visual network maps of the studies were created using the "VOSviewer" program and their connections with each other were revealed. According to the findings of the research, the number of articles published in the field examined by years was found to be highest in 2022. There is no standardization in the selection of keywords in the study. Additionally, visual network maps of the studies were created and their relationships were determined by using the "VOSviewer" program. This study is different from the studies in the literature in terms of scope and time period and includes the analysis of important international publications on blockchain-based electronic commerce available in the Web of Science. In Türkiye, there is no study similar to this issue yet. In this context, it can be recommended to contribute to the literature and be a source for future studies.
DETERMINANTS OF EXPORT PRODUCT DIVERSIFICATION: EVIDENCE FROM DEVELOPING COUNTRIES
Authors: Altıner Ali , Toktaş Yılmaz , Bozkurt Eda
Published: December 2024

This study aims to identify the determinants of export product diversification in 85 developing countries over the period 2000-2022. In order to conduct a more comprehensive assessment, these countries were classified according to their geographical regions: Africa, the Americas, Asia, and Oceania. Three separate data sets were created and empirically analyzed. The analysis includes several independent variables that are thought to have a significant effect on export product diversification. These variables are: productive capacity index, economic growth, foreign direct investments, capital, labor force, inflation, public expenditures, and trade openness. The analysis of all countries indicates that increases in the productive capacity index, capital, labor, and public expenditures have a positive effect on export product diversification. In contrast, economic growth and trade openness have a negative effect on export product diversification. In African countries, an increase in the productive capacity index and foreign direct investment is associated with an increase in export diversification. However, public expenditures have the opposite effect, leading to a decrease in export diversification. In American countries, increases in the labor force and trade openness have a positive effect on export product diversification. Finally, in Asia and Oceania, it has been found that increases in the productive capacity index, capital, labor force, and public expenditures have led to an increase in export product diversification.
REMOVING THE BOUNDARIES OF FLEXIBILITY: A CRITICAL EVALUATION ON DIGITAL NOMADISM
Authors: Ersöz Batuhan
Published: December 2024

Digital nomads describe a distinct group that is independent from the leisure-work dichotomy in accordance with the technological transformations in working life. As a group with unique characteristics, digital nomads present a lifestyle narrative based on freedoms. Furthermore, global mobility accompanies a working life that is independent of time and space. However, the presentation of digital nomadism through the phenomenon of freedom disconnects nomadism from the process of work and employment, and the impact of neoliberal transformation at the global level on the motivations of these actors disappears. Therefore, the study evaluates digital nomadism in the context of the global transformation of work life. It examines the connection between nomadism and the transformation of the production process, as well as the consequences of this change on digital nomads. When digital nomadism is analyzed from such a perspective, it is seen that significant processes of precariousness are accompanied by flexibilities associated with freedom, and digital nomads are transformed into entrepreneurial actors of the neoliberal regime in the digital space. Thus, the professional life of digital nomads is gradually converging to traditional forms of work and individualizing risks without social protection.
Hands-on Workshop on Cryobiology and Assisted Reproductive Technologies (ARTs) in the Laboratory Mouse
Authors: Kumari BA Shilpa , V Reena , T Srinivasulu , A M Manjunath , N Mahima , Nair Vaishak , Hangekar Salil , P Priya , Aswini Akash , N Roopa , Anand Abhishek , Chukki Latha , GH Mohan , Sahare Mahesh
Published: December 2024

Animal models are important in biomedical research for validation of in vitro results, conducting proof of concept studies,  and investigating the variety of disease processes and therapeutic targets that help in narrowing the gap between bench  and bedside. The advent of precise genome engineering technologies has allowed the generation of an increasing number  of novel and complex genetically engineered mouse models that can be made available to the scientific and research  community. It is important to also provide access to efficient technologies to safely archive, protect, manage, and maintain  these precious mouse models. Assisted Reproductive Technologies (ARTs) are emerging as an important tool in the  strategic management of vivariums, which involves animal welfare, disaster preparedness, cost minimization, and most  importantly, reproducible research.
Reporting of Mammary Tumours in Sprague Dawley/NIN Mutant (Hairless) Rat Strain.
Authors: Vani M Satya , Patil Pradeep B , M V Surekha , B Tulja , Mangthya Korra , Naik Ravindar , M Srinivas , Kondapalli Narender B , Qadri S S Y H
Published: December 2024

A spontaneous genetic mutation in Sprague Dawley rats was detected at the ICMR-NIN animal facility.  The spontaneously mutated rat was examined for body composition, serum biochemistry, peripheral  blood CD4 and CD8 cell population, and spontaneous tumour growth. We observed the spontaneous  development of tumours in 24 animals on crossbreeding. The animals showed no significant  differences in vital organ structure as compared to the heterozygous animals. Interestingly, both  homozygous (hairless) and heterozygous rats developed spontaneous fibroadenomas in their  mammary glands during adulthood, which was distinct from the parent NIN/SD rat colony. Importantly,  there was no connection between the biochemical and T cell population and the presence of these  tumours. The histological characteristics of the tumours closely resembled mammary tumours in  humans. In conclusion, the hairless SD rat model with thymus will serve as a valuable tool in cancer  research, particularly in mammary tumour studies.
Advancements of 3Rs in Biomedical Research, Laboratory Animal Science and Welfare: International Perspectives
Authors: Devan R K Shakthi , Ingle Arvind , SG Ramachandra , Hegde Nagendra , S Ramesh , P Nagarajan , SP Muthukumar , Buragohain Rinku , Singh Vijay Pal , Tamhankar Chetan
Published: December 2024

The article summarises the outcomes of an international conference of Laboratory Animal Scientists’  Association (LASA, India) on “Advancements of 3Rs in Biomedical Research, Laboratory Animal  Science and Welfare: International Perspectives” which was organised by the Conference Committee  and Organising Secretary, Dr. R K Shakthi Devan, Syngene International Ltd, Bangalore; Secretary,  Laboratory Animal Scientists’ Association; and Indian College of Laboratory Animal Medicine at  National Science Seminar Complex, JN Tata Auditorium, Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore on 7 and  8 November 2023 and preconference workshops also held on 6 November 2023. LASA India is a  national organization dedicated to advancing laboratory animal science by promoting the ethical care  and use of laboratory animals. LASA has more than 1000 life members from biomedical professionals  including Veterinarians, Scientists, Academicians, Researchers, Technical experts from industry, state  and central institutions in the field of laboratory animal science. The organisers felt a need for the  promotion of 3R’s (Replacement, Reduction and Refinement) through this international event which  was planned meticulously.
FEATURES OF GEOGRAPHICAL DISTRIBUTION OF OIL AND GAS FIELDS IN THE WEST KAZAKHSTAN REGION
Authors: Hodzhanova B.H. , Abdusheva G.Zh. , Yakupova J.B.
Published: December 2024

The West Kazakhstan region is rich in oil and gas reserves due to its historical geological development factors. The purpose of the study is to study the geographical distribution of gas and oil fields in the West Kazakhstan region. The article provides locations, location, geological development, geological age, depth of occurrence, occupied territory, reserves and share in the development of the country’s economy. The description of about twenty oil and gas fields in the region is given. The largest of them are the Karachaganak and Chinarevskoye fields. In the course of the article, based on the study of factual material, an attempt was made to provide an economic justification for the use of all types of material raw materials for the development of agriculture in the region, taking into account the integrated use of energy and mineral resources, their effectiveness

Батыс Қазақстан облысы өзінің тарихи геологиялық даму факторларына байланысты мұнай және газ қорларына бай. Зерттеудің мақсаты Батыс Қазақстан облысы аумағында газ және мұнай кен орындарының географиялық таралуын зерттеу болып табылады. Мақалада Батыс Қазақстан облысы аумағында таралған мұнай және газ кен орындарының орны, орналасу ауданы, геологиялық дамуы, геологиялық жасы, орналасу тереңдіктері, алып жатқан аумағы, қоры қанша және ел экономикасының дамуындағы үлесі келтірілген. Облыс аумағындағы жиырмаға жуық мұнай және газ кен орындарына сипаттама берілді. Олардың ішінде ең ірілері Қарашығанақ және Чинарев кен орындары. Мақала барысында, нақты материалды зерделеу негiзiнде энергетикалық және минералдық ресурстарды кешендi пайдалануды, олардың тиiмдiлiгiн ескере отырып, облыстың ел шаруашылығын дамыту үшiн материалдық шикiзаттың барлық түрлерiн пайдалануға экономикалық негiздеме беруге әрекет жасалды

Западно-Казахстанская область богата запасами нефти и газа благодаря своим историческим геологическим факторам развития. Целью исследования является изучение географического распределения газовых и нефтяных месторождений на территории Западно-Казахстанской области. В статье приводятся место нахождения, район расположения, геологическое развитие, геологический возраст, глубина залегания, занимаемая территория, запасы и доля в развитии экономики страны. Дано описание около двадцати месторождений нефти и газа на территории области. Наиболее крупными из них являются Карачаганакское и Чинаревское месторождения. В ходе статьи на основе изучения фактического материала была предпринята попытка дать экономическое обоснование использования всех видов материального сырья для развития сельского хозяйства области с учетом комплексного использования энергетических и минеральных ресурсов, их эффективности
ИЗУЧЕНИЕ МЕХАНИЧЕСКИХ СВОЙСТВ РУДЫ И ПОРОД РУДНЫХ МЕСТОРОЖДЕНИЙ С ОЦЕНКОЙ ПРИРОДНОГО ПОЛЯ НАПРЯЖЕННОГО СОСТОЯНИЯ МАССИВА
Authors: Арыстан И.Д. , Матаев А.К. , Хамзе А.М. , Ибырханов Т.С.
Published: December 2024

Цель научной статьи – проведение комплексного исследования механических свойств руд и пород месторождения Жиландинской группы, а также оценка природного поля напряженного состояния массива для решения геомеханических задач при оптимизации ведения горных работ. Тесты гидроразрыва на замерных станциях показали значительное тектоническое напряжение, связанное с формой структурных складок и трещиноватостью массива. Установлено, что для массива скальных пород характерна неравномерная трещиноватость. Она имеет тектоническое происхождение и в среднем составляет от 10-15 до 15-25 трещин на метр для различных литологических разновидностей

Ғылыми мақаланың мақсаты Жиланды тобының кен орындары мен тау жыныстарының механикалық қасиеттеріне кешенді зерттеу жүргізу, сондай-ақ тау-кен жұмыстарын жүргізуді оңтайландыру кезінде геомеханикалық мәселелерді шешу үшін массивтің кернеулі күйінің табиғи өрісін бағалау. Өлшеу станцияларындағы фрекинг сынақтары құрылымдық қатпарлардың пішініне және массивтің жарылуына байланысты айтарлықтай тектоникалық кернеуді көрсетті. Тау жыныстарының массиві біркелкі емес жарықшақпен сипатталатыны анықталды. Ол тектоникалық шыққан және әр түрлі литологиялық сорттар үшін орташа есеппен бір метрге 10-15-тен 15-25 жарықшаққа дейін. Станциялардағы максималды көлденең кернеу 70°±10 азимутқа бағытталған

The purpose of the scientific article is to conduct a comprehensive study of the mechanical properties of ores and rocks of the Zhilandinsky group deposit, as well as an assessment of the natural field of the stressed state of the massif to solve geomechanical problems in optimizing mining operations. Hydraulic fracturing tests at measuring stations showed significant tectonic stress associated with the shape of structural folds and fracturing of the massif. It has been established that the rock mass is characterized by uneven fracturing. It has a tectonic origin and averages from 10-15 to 15-25 cracks per meter for various lithological varieties
The buzz about bees: Beekeeping for veterans
Authors: Brenner T. , Lindenmeier Donna , Passmore Tim , Dao Brittany , McCubbin Kelley
Published: December 2024

After separating from the military, some veterans may experience a loss of identity, support, and community. Some researchers have begun to look at how recreation can be used to help veterans transition into civilian life with potentially promising results. However, more research needs to be done on how the potential benefits of serious leisure (SL), more specifically beekeeping as SL, for veterans can help with transitioning post-service. This research indicates that recreational therapists should consider using beekeeping through the Hives for Heroes network as a potential tool to assist veterans during the transition process. The data from this research confirmed that participants were identifying with a SL pursuit even before beginning work as members of the Hives for Heroes network, and this identification was strengthened as their participation continued. Recreational therapists may be able to utilize this research to help implement a SL strategy for a more successful transition from the military.
Volume 22, Number 6
Authors: Emergency Management Journal of
Published: December 2024

November/December 2024
Economic losses resulting from opioid overdose deaths in the United States between 2018 and 2020: By opioid type
Authors: Mahadeo Shalinie , Lui Briana , Khusid Elizabeth , Weber Marissa , Jotwani Rohan , Hoyler Marguerite , White Robert S.
Published: December 2024

Background/objective: Opioid overdose deaths have been on the rise in the last two decades in the United States, yet the economic burden remains unclear. Although prior studies have assessed the economic impact of total overdose deaths at a regional level, there remains a paucity of information surrounding the financial burden due to specific types of opioids on a national level. This analysis aims to examine the economic burden of the opioid overdose crisis by quantifying years of potential lives lost (YPLL) due to premature mortality and the value of those statistical lives (VSL) to estimate monetary losses.
Methods: Death counts for overdose deaths due to fentanyl, hydrocodone, hydromorphone, oxycodone, and oxymorphone from 2018 to 2020 were obtained from the National Vitals Statistics System. Period life expectancy was extracted from the Social Security Administration. Resultant YPLL and VSL were then calculated.
Results: Fentanyl accounted for an overwhelming proportion of opioid-induced deaths (77 percent of deaths in 2018 and 86 percent in 2020 resulting in 2.2 million YPLL and USD 527 billion in financial losses). The largest percentage of overdose deaths from fentanyl and oxymorphone occurred in the 25-34 age range; nearly two-thirds of all fatalities were men. There was also a significant increase in the number of opioid overdose deaths in the year 2020, compared to prior years.
Conclusions: Our analysis suggests that fentanyl contributed a significant proportion of economic losses in this public health crisis. Understanding the distribution of opioid deaths by drug type and subsequent economic losses could guide targeted intervention strategies.
Assessment of attitudes of health professionals toward naloxone use
Authors: Lin Jonathan , Calmes Helen , Brooks Heather , McGee B. Lochlann , Malhotra Sonia
Published: December 2024

Purpose:To assess the attitudes and behaviors of physicians, hospital pharmacists, registered nurses, and other healthcare professionals toward naloxone use. This survey will help the University Medical Center New Orleans Analgesic Management Stewardship team understand barriers and determine the education needed to improve the care we provide.
Methods:A survey was conducted at a single center, and it contained 17 questions: two concerning provider type and practice setting, followed by 15 qualitative questions to be answered in a Likert scale format, with options ranging from strongly disagree to strongly agree. The survey was disseminated via email, in person, and at meetings. A quick-response code was used.
Results:The total number of participants in the survey was 151. Physicians accounted for the majority (n = 76, 50.3 percent), followed by registered nurses (n = 36, 23.8 percent) and then pharmacists (n = 17, 11.3 percent). Respondents primarily practiced in an inpatient medicine service (n = 78, 51.7 percent). When evaluating the impact naloxone has on patients suffering from opioid use disorder (OUD), most participants acknowledged that naloxone has an important part in treatment (n = 135, 89.4 percent) and has a positive impact on these patients (n = 129, 85.4 percent). Inappropriate naloxone use was addressed. A minority of the participants (n = 13, 8.6 percent) agreed that OUD patients would not use naloxone appropriately, with 38 (25.2 percent) participants remaining neutral. Furthermore, this response more than doubled (n = 29, 19.2 percent) for those who at least agreed that naloxone would only increase opioid use and risky behavior. While a majority felt comfortable educating their patients on naloxone use (n = 103, 68.2 percent), only about half of the total respondents (n = 79, 52.3 percent stated that they have received training on naloxone use for OUD patients. Just over half of the participants of this survey (n = 77, 51 percent) reported being aware of the standing order status of naloxone in Louisiana.
Conclusions:Based on the responses, there is a consensus that naloxone is effective and an important part of treatment for OUD patients. However, barriers exist where participants may not have received training or may not be comfortable educating patients on naloxone. In addition, there is concern among participants that patients may not use naloxone appropriately.
The opioid public health crisis in Texas: Characterizing real-world healthcare resource utilization and economic burden in different clinical settings
Authors: Zhong Lixian , Smith Matthew Lee , Lyu Ning , Davlasheridze Meri , Alonzo Joy , Lee Shinduk , Wilson Leslie , Ory Marcia G.
Published: December 2024

Background and aims: Given the national opioid public health crisis, this study aimed to characterize the real-world healthcare resource utilization pattern and to quantify the economic burden associated with opioid misuse in Texas.
Methods: A retrospective cross-sectional study was conducted using Texas statewide Inpatient, Outpatient, and Emergency Department (ED) administrative data. International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision (ICD-10-CM) codes related to opioid abuse, adverse effects, dependence, and poisoning identified opioid-related clinical encounters. High-sensitivity and high-specificity definition criteria were used to capture the range of opioid-related clinical encounters. Descriptive statistics were applied to evaluate the resource utilization and economic burden in different clinical settings and by different types of opioid misuse. Multivariable logistic regression models were applied to identify the association with patients' characteristics.
Results: The high-sensitivity definition identified three to six times more opioid-related clinical encounters related as compared to the high-specificity definition (31,901 vs 10,423 outpatient visits and 47,021 vs 7,444 inpatient visits). A greater proportion of these patients were aged 18-44, White, non-Hispanic, living in metro areas, and uninsured as compared to all-cause visits. EDs were heavily utilized with the outpatient visits predominantly through the ED (>90 percent) and between 49 and 78 percent of inpatient hospitalizations admitted through ED. The multivariable association between patient characteristics and opioid-related clinical encounters varied with clinical settings and the two definitions. High-sensitivity opioid-related clinical encounters were generally associated with higher charges as compared to high-specificity encounters. The total healthcare charge related to opioid misuse in 2016 was estimated to be USD 0.27 billion using the high-specificity definition and USD 2.6 billion using the high-sensitivity definition.
Conclusions: Findings indicate opioid-related clinical encounters impose significant clinical and economic burdens in Texas. Study findings can help healthcare policymakers, professionals, and clinicians better classify opioid use disorder as a major but underreported condition in Texas.
Volume 20, Number 5
Authors: Opioid Management Journal of
Published: December 2024

September/October 2024
Rise of the microsong: the platformification of music on TikTok as an artform
Authors: Stones Peter W.
Published: December 2024

The platformification of music has led to a significant reorganisation of music culture with the rise of microsongs on short-form video platforms such as TikTok, YouTube Shorts, Facebook Stories, and Instagram Reels. This paper analyses the current state of microsongs on social media platforms, focusing on TikTok, and explores the challenges faced by musicians in navigating the digital reimagining of their art and the new aura this creates. The paper argues that the challenges facing the 21st century musicians whose work is based in the digital environment echo those faced by creators of newly mechanically reproduced art, as critiqued by Walter Benjamin. The symbiotic relationship between social media platforms and artists is examined, highlighting the benefits for musicians and songwriters, as well as the potential pitfalls of algorithmic based user direction. Data is gathered from a range of secondary sources and presents an analysis based on user behaviour and interaction with music content on TikTok. The findings suggest that while established artists and music production teams are best placed to overcome the challenges of platformification, the creation of microsongs remains a significant challenge for all musicians and their authenticity.
Prototype Fish Feeder Berbasis Bot Telegram Menggunakan Wemos D1 Mini Di Rangkiang Farm
Authors: Efendi Raimon , Fadel Ahmad , Lesmana Lido Sabda
Published: December 2024

Pemberian pakan ikan merupakan hal yang penting pada pembudidayaan ikan. secara umum pemberian pakan masih dilakukan secara manual yang berorientasi pada sumber daya manusia. Hal ini mempunyai kekurangan yang juga berpengaruh terhadap pertumbuhan ikan seperti, kesalahan penjadwalan serta tidak terkontrolnya takaran pakan yang diberikan. Untuk permasalahan tersebut maka dibuatkan alat yang memanfaatkan teknologi Internet of Things (IoT) untuk menghubungkan perangkat Wemos D1 mini dengan bot Telegram. Wemos D1 mini merupakan modul mikrokontroler yang terintegrasi menggunakan WiFi, sehingga memungkinkan pengiriman instruksi jarak jauh melalui bot Telegram. Bot Telegram merupakan aplikasi pesan instan yang terkenal dan dapat diakses melalui perangkat seluler atau computer, Motor servo sebagai sistem pembuka dan penutup wadah pakan ikan. Hasil penelitian ini yaitu berupa alat untuk memberikan pakan otomatis. Wemos D1 Mini akan mengirimkan pesan notifikasi jika ikan sudah diberimakan. alat ini akan memberikan pakan ikan cukup hanya melakukan chat di telegram bot maka otomatis tempat pakan ikan akan menumpahkan pakan melalui penggerak motor servo sehingga pemilik tidak perlu memberi makan ikan secara manual lagi dikarenakan telah dilakukan oleh alat yang bekerja secara otomatis, dalam hal ini pemilik ikan dipermudah dalam melakukan pemeliharaan tanpa terganggu waktunya selama proses pemberian pakan pada ikan yang dipelihara.
Imágenes exportadas de La Habana a través de sus tarjetas postales (1890-1930)*
Authors: Luque Azcona Emilio José
Published: December 2024

Utilizadas con fines turísticos, publicitarios o políticos, las tarjetas postales permiten interpretar diferentes formas de representación de lo urbano. Analizando las visiones exportadas de la ciudad de La Habana a través de las tarjetas postales que fueron editadas entre fines del siglo XIX y las primeras décadas del siglo XX, queremos identificar los espacios, los sujetos y las actividades que fueron seleccionados para representarla. También, determinar los criterios que los editores del período aplicaron para ello, valorando en qué medida buscaron responder a los intereses del heterogéneo público que las adquiría, tanto para la correspondencia, como para el coleccionismo o la publicidad de negocios y productos.
Building Stakeholder Trust Through Industry Leadership in Sustainable Development
Authors: Nyquist Anna
Published: December 2024

Sustainable marketing has become essential due to increasing sustainability risks, regulatory pressures and increasing consumer interests. Despite its growing importance, a significant trust deficit undermines stakeholder trust. This study explores the landscape of industry-specific sustainable marketing practices and identify remedies for the low level of stakeholder trust by examining the development of sustainable marketing in the Swedish textile service industry from 1996 to 2024, focusing on trust-building measures. Using a long-term qualitative approach, the research analyzes annual reports, websites, printed materials, Facebook posts, and semi-structured interviews. Findings show a shift from vague, compliance-driven efforts to more detailed and validated sustainable marketing, highlighting a move towards more accountable, transparent, and authentic practices, which are also indicated as foundational for increased trust. Additionally, the results suggest that proactive and more radical approaches that exceed compliance and stakeholder demands can further enhance trust by positioning companies as industry leaders in sustainability.
Predicting Sentiments in Spotify Comments: A Comparative Analysis of Machine Learning Models
Authors: Queiroz Filipe Augusto Felix de , Negreiros Igor Barbosa , Souza Giovana de , Sousa Débora Cordeiro de , Xavier Júnior Sílvio Fernando Alves
Published: December 2024

Using data from user sentences on Spotify, this work explores through Natural Language Processing positive and negative sentiments in each comment. We compare different statistical modeling and Machine Learning techniques, identifying the ones with the greatest accuracy in predicting sentiments. As a result, the assessment supports most of the sentences presented with negative connotations. As for modeling, the Logistic Regression and Random Forest models resulted in better accuracy.
Reddit comment analysis: sentiment prediction and topic modeling using VADER and BERTopic
Authors: Silva Denilson de Oliveira , Silva Richard Matheus Avelino  da , Lima Patrícia Virgínia de Santana , Batista Jéssica Cristina Pereira , Xavier Júnior Sílvio Fernando Alves
Published: December 2024

This work aims at exploring data analysis techniques applied to the social media platform Reddit, highlighting the execution of an Exploratory Data Analysis (EDA) to identify trends and patterns of interaction among users. For sentiment analysis of the comments, the VADER model ("Valence Aware Dictionary and Sentiment Reasoner") is used, and topic modeling is performed with BERTopic ("Bidirectional Encoder Representations from Transformers for Topic Modeling"). The goal is to compare the accuracy and effectiveness of the models in classifying emotions and themes expressed in the comments. The comparison of the models allows identifying which approach yields the most accurate results, which is aligned with the context of discussions on Reddit, providing valuable insights into user behavior and preferences.
Features of the macrofauna of soils of artificial green spaces of the Volgograd region
Authors:   Central Museum of Soil Science named after V.V. Dokuchaev - branch of the Federal Research Center, Soil Institute named after V.V. Dokuchaev, Pyatina Ekaterina ,   Federal Research Center of Agroecology of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Bulgakova Marina ,   Orenburg State University
Published: December 2024

The article presents the results of studying the influence of anthropogenic transformation of the Penza-Kamensk forest belt on the species composition, density and trophic structure of geobionts. The object of the study: a three-lane shelterbelt (Volgograd region, Belye Prudy village) consisting of Acer negundo and Fraxinus pennsylvanica plantings. The research results showed that on the sites of the BP 2-21 and BP 1-21 forest belts, the dominant group was zoophages (40%), the share of saprophages accounted for more than 26%. The lowest density of predatory geobionts was recorded in the BP 4-21 forest belt, where a high density of saprophages (69%) was noted, represented mainly by Lumbricidae. It was concluded that forest shelterbelts are a natural reservoir of hygrophilic and mesophilic invertebrates of steppe agrocenoses.

Keywords: ENTOMOFAUNA, INVERTEBRATES, TRANSFORMATION OF ECOSYSTEMS, FOREST PLANTATIONS, GEOBIONTS
Institucionalizar en la inestabilidad. Sylvestre Begnis, el IV centenario de la fundación de Santa Fe y los orígenes de la Región Centro
Authors: De Marco Miguel Ángel (h)
Published: December 2024

A pocas semanas de que Juan Domingo Perón asumiera por tercera vez la presidencia de la República, en octubre de 1973, se conmemoró el IV Centenario de la Fundación de Santa Fe. Gobernaba la provincia el veterano dirigente político Carlos Sylvestre Begnis. La presente investigación -cuyo principal aporte radica en la consulta de documentación existente en el archivos particular del ex mandatario, entrevistas a sus colaboradores, y publicaciones periódicas de época-, analiza aquellos aspectos de su trayectoria vital y su interpretación de la historia Argentina que facilitaron y marcaron con su impronta tres acontecimientos estrechamente vinculados entre sí: los mencionados festejos del IV Centenario, la “Primera reunión nacional de legislaturas provinciales” y el acuerdo firmado con sus pares de Córdoba y Entre Ríos para establecer las bases de lo que décadas más tarde sería la Región Centro de la República Argentina.
Juan Antonio Oddone: Autor, narrador y personaje de la Historiografía uruguaya (1947-1985)
Authors: Sansón Corbo Tomás
Published: December 2024

El desarrollo del campo historiográfico en Uruguay, aunque se consolidó tardíamente en comparación con Argentina, experimentó un crecimiento significativo hacia mediados del siglo XX. Juan Antonio Oddone desempeñó un papel crucial en este proceso. El objetivo de este artículo es examinar su contribución a la emergencia y consolidación de la "Nueva Historia". Se analiza su trayectoria desde 1947, cuando ingresó como estudiante en la Facultad de Humanidades y Ciencias de la Universidad de la República, hasta 1985, con su retorno del exilio. Para ello, se recurre a sus memorias póstumas, tituladas Mirando atrás. Historia y Memoria, y a su epistolario, conservado en el Archivo General de la Universidad de la República. Esta comunicación constituye un avance de una investigación en curso. Aunque el enfoque se centra en Uruguay, es importante reconocer que su contexto es inherentemente rioplatense, sugiriendo que el alcance de sus conclusiones puede extenderse más allá de las fronteras nacionales.
Belagat ve Fıkıh Usulünün Dini Söylemi Güncellemeye Muhtemel Katkıları
Authors: Temel Yusuf
Published: December 2024

İslam’ın ilk dönemlerinde dini pratikler üzerine yapılan tartışmalar zamanla teorik temellere kaymış, alimler naslardan hüküm çıkarmanın yöntemini ve teorik temellerini tartışmaya başlamışlardır. Fıkıh usulü bu tartışmaların yekunudur. Ehli reyin ve özellikle Ebu Hanife’nin birçok meselede cumhura muhalefet etmesi ve yorumlarının toplumda bir şekilde kabul görmesi rakiplerini kendi teorik temellerini izah etmek zorunda bırakmış ve fıkıh usulünde telif bu şekilde başlamıştır. Derli toplu ilk reaksiyon İmam Şafii’nin er-Risale’sidir. Fıkıh usulüne kayda değer son katkıyı ve revizyonu Gırnatalı Ebu İshak eş-Şâtıbî yapmıştır. Önceki usûlcüler lafızdan manaya geçiş yollarını ve kurallarını tartışırken Şâtıbî maksat ve maslahatı merkeze alıp nasların hüküm ifade yollarından ziyade bütüncül ve pratik sonuçlarına odaklanmıştır. Fıkıh usulü geçmişi anlamak için inşa edilirken belagat ilmi geçmişle sınırlı olmayan Kur’an mucizesini ararken doğmuştur. Muhaliflere meydan okuyan Kur’an’ın hangi yönüyle mucize olduğu, muhatapları nazire yapmaktan alıkoyan şeyin ne olduğu kelamî ve dilsel boyutları olan geniş bir tartışma konusudur. Kur’an’ın yaratılmış sesler ve lafızlardan ibaret olduğunu savunan Mutezile alimleri bu soruyu sarfe olarak cevaplamıştır. Kur’an’ın bilinen bir icazı olmadığı veya icazının bilinemeyeceği anlamına gelen sarfe görüşüne reddiye olarak geliştirilen nazım teorisi ise esasında sarfecilerin bilinemez dedikleri meçhulü açıklama denemesidir. Sekkâkî’nin daha sonra zevk olarak isimlendirdiği bu meçhulün ölçütlerini ortaya koyma çalışmalarının yekununa belagat ilmi demek mümkündür. Eş’arilerin mana merkezli ezeli kelamullah yaklaşımı ile tamamen uyuşan nazım teorisine göre sınırlı lafızlardan insanı aciz bırakan, çok yönlü, çok katmanlı, sınırsız manalara ulaşmanın yolu nahivle şekillenen muhtemel anlam örüntülerini bilmektir. Bu ihtimal ve alternatifleri bilmek dini söylemi güncelleyip güçlendirmek için çok zengin bir kaynak olduğu gibi savunulan dini söylemin hayatla buluşturulması ayrıca usul bilgisi ve tecrübesi gerektirir. Bu yönüyle belagat ve fıkıh usulü hala güncelliğini korumaktadır. Bu makalenin hedefi fıkıh usulü ve belagat ilimlerini işlevsellikleri ve dini söylem üretmeye muhtemel katkıları açısından karşılaştırmaktır.
University Students' Attitudes towards Distance and Hybrid Education after February 6, 2023 Earthquake in Türkiye
Authors: Küçükali Emel , Güçer Halil , Gül Yılmaz Vesile
Published: December 2024

The aim of the mixed-method study is to examine the reactions and reflections of Turkish university students in response to the sudden shift to online and hybrid education due to the February 6, 2023, earthquake in Türkiye. The participants (N=352) were university students from a Turkish state university. 228 students were studying English in a one-year preparatory program, while the rest were students from the faculties of pedagogy (N= 61), literature (N=56), and science (N=7). Data were collected from an adapted questionnaire and a survey measuring students’ attitudes toward online and distant education after the earthquake. The Distance Education Evaluation Scale was used as a data collection tool. The scale items were analyzed through a Mann-Whitney U test, while for the analysis of the survey responses, content analysis and CLAN (Computerized Language Analysis) program were used. The findings indicated that university students had mostly unfavorable responses to the transition from face-to-face to online education after the devastating disaster. These reactions were primarily attributed to cognitive, psychological, and social factors. The male students, the 1st year prep program students, and the students who had been impacted by the earthquake had notably more pessimistic dispositions towards online education.
Challenges and Facilitators in the Implementations of Teacher Leadership: A Comparative Study on Turkish and Palestinian Teachers
Authors: Alnakhala Najlaa J F , Şahin Fırat Necla
Published: December 2024

The aim of this study is to examine the challenges faced by teachers in implementing teacher leadership practices, as well as the factors facilitating this leadership, among primary school teachers in Palestine and Turkey. Adopting a qualitative research approach, in-depth interviews were conducted with 12 teachers from primary schools in Izmir, Turkey, and Gaza, Palestine, during the 2023-2024 academic year. The data obtained were analyzed using content analysis. The factors hindering teacher leadership were categorized under the themes of "personal barriers", "principal’s relationship style barriers", "principal’s management style barriers", "inter-teacher relationship barriers", and "teacher-parent relationship barriers". Conversely, facilitators were grouped under the themes of "personal facilitators", "principal’s facilitative attitude", "inter-teacher facilitative relationships", and "teacher-parent facilitative relationships". By presenting a comparative analysis of these themes, this study contributes to a nuanced understanding of teacher leadership dynamics in diverse cultural and educational contexts. The findings offer practical implications for teachers, administrators, and policymakers aiming to enhance teacher leadership practices in primary schools. Teachers in both regions face unique and shared challenges, and facilitators play a critical role in overcoming these obstacles. Recommendations include targeted training and workshops to develop teacher leadership skills, as well as providing necessary resources and fostering community and parental support
The Role of Diversity in Agronomy and Shaping the Future of Sustainable Agriculture
Authors:   school of agriculture, sr university, warangal - 506 371, india, Keerthi Murugesan Mohana
Published: December 2024

Diversity plays a critical role in shaping the future of sustainable agriculture, offering solutions to the challenges posed by climate change, resource depletion, and the growing global population. In agronomy, biodiversity—ranging from plant species to soil microorganisms—enhances ecosystem services such as nutrient cycling, pest control, and pollination, fostering healthy and resilient agricultural systems. This article explores the importance of biodiversity in agronomy, focusing on its role in improving soil health, reducing pests and diseases, and supporting sustainable farming practices, the article examines how diverse farming approaches such as agroecology, agroforestry, crop diversification, and conservation tillage can enhance resilience, stability, and productivity in the face of environmental stresses. The economic benefits of agricultural diversity, including risk reduction, market stability, and increased yields, are also discussed. Through the integration of diverse agricultural practices, farmers can create more sustainable and profitable systems, ensuring long-term food security.
Bibliometric Analysis of Outdoor Thermal Comfort Research in Smart Cities
Authors: Ahsissene Safae , Rhziel Fatima Zahrae , Raissouni Naoufal
Published: December 2024

In recent years, maintaining thermal comfort in urban environments has become a key concern, as cities grow rapidly and climate change intensifies. This study presents a bibliometric analysis to examine how thermal comfort is addressed in smart city research, categorizing the methodologies employed. A total of 300 papers from Scopus and 107 from Web of Science were collected. After removing duplicates across both datasets, 314 papers remained for analysis. A final dataset of 314 papers was analysed using Python, with the 300 from Scopus further examined using CiteSpace due to the 300-record limit of the basic version of the software. CiteSpace analysis reveals key trends, research networks, and methodological shift. With 15% of studies utilizing questionnaires, 35% employing simulation tools, and 50% relying on alternative methods. Python analysis highlights China and the USA as the most prolific countries in publishing research on this topic. This study emphasizes the evolving nature of research in the smart city sector and underscores the importance of integrating both conventional and innovative methodologies. Findings offer critical insights for urban planners and policymakers, particularly in relation to sustainable urban development and the mitigation of urban heat island effects. By mapping the intellectual configuration of thermal comfort research in smart cities, this paper not only addresses existing knowledge gaps but also provides a framework for future research to enhance the resilience and liveability of urban environments.
Opportunities and Challenges in the Solar PV Supply Chain
Authors: RAJI Hajar , BOUDAOUD Abdelghani , AQIL Mounaim
Published: December 2024

Energy is the cornerstone of modern civilization, with solar energy, particularly photovoltaic (PV) systems, driving the renewable energy transition. By 2024, the global PV market exceeded 1,000 GW of installed capacity, highlighting its rapid growth and potential. The PV solar energy supply chain is central to this transition, involving raw material extraction, manufacturing, distribution, and installation of PV systems. This paper examines the PV supply chain, focusing on key components like raw material sourcing, PV cell and module production, and logistical challenges. Through a detailed literature review, the study identifies technological advancements, market trends, and barriers to sustainable growth. The methodology involves reviewing academic journals, industry reports, and market data to synthesize current knowledge and identify gaps. Preliminary results show advances in production efficiency and cost reduction, increasing solar energy’s accessibility and competitiveness. However, challenges persist, such as supply chain disruptions due to geopolitical tensions, raw material shortages, and environmental concerns about the PV lifecycle. Key findings stress the importance of risk management strategies, recycling technologies for PV systems, and supportive policy frameworks. Future research should focus on integrating advanced technologies, assessing environmental impacts, and exploring regulatory frameworks for sustainability and resilience in the PV supply chain. Addressing these issues will enhance the industry's growth and sustainability.
New Advanced Strategy for Controlling the Charging and Discharging of a Storage Unit in a Microgrid Using a Finite Control Set Predictive Model
Authors: Youssfi Abdelaziz , Youssef El Kadi Youssef
Published: December 2024

Storage units are critical in microgrids to ensure stable operation, making optimal and robust control during charging and discharging essential. In this work, we propose a novel finite control set model predictive control (FCS-MPC) strategy to manage the charging and discharging of a battery in a DC microgrid powered by renewable energy. Unlike traditional Proportional-Integral (PI) controllers, the FCS-MPC approach optimizes control actions in real-time, considering system constraints and providing enhanced dynamic response. This work demonstrates the superiority of FCS-MPC in controlling a bi-directional DC/DC converter under various test scenarios, ensuring continuous power supply to a 15W DC load. Simulations in Matlab/Simulink validate the proposal, showing that the FCS-MPC delivers higher efficiency and better performance compared to the PI controller.
HUMAN RESOURCES’ INFLUENCE ON COMPETITIVENESS OF BOSNIA AND HERZEGOVINA, SERBIA AND CROATIA’S ECONOMIES
Authors: Stanišić Snježana , Spalevic Žaklina , Markovic Sanja
Published: December 2024

The level of competitiveness measures the success of an economy, which is one of the most important factors of economic growth and development. Competitiveness is a concept that every economy wants to increase, which is exactly why every country improves its own economic competitiveness. This paper presents a comparison of the competitiveness of Bosnia and Herzegovina and countries in the region. The aim of this paper is to show the competitiveness with the reference neighbouring countries and the impact of human resources on the overall competitiveness of the country. In order for economic growth and sustainable development to be stable and sustainable in the long run, it is necessary to establish a quality and efficient institutional environment which would create a stimulating environment for the most successful economic activities with the aim of improving competitiveness. A well-prepared human resources strategy allow the organisation to efficiently plan and manage all processes in order to support its goals and respond flexibly to any changes. In knowledgebased societies, adult education and lifelong learning have become a necessity in order to maintain and increase employee competitiveness. According to the results in this paper, it is evident that in societies based on knowledge, adult education and lifelong learning become a necessity in order to maintain and increase the competitiveness of employees.