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Livin' Just to Find Emotion
Authors: Golland David Hamilton
Published: September 2024

"Golland leaves no stone unturned in this fine-grained chronicle of the rock group Journey.... Golland’s passion and precision make this a pleasure." -Publishers Weekly, Starred Review

"[Golland] provides an overdue critical take on the group’s overall sound. He also discusses issues of musical influence versus appropriation. It is rare, and valuable, to find such insight in books like this." -Library Journal, Starred Review

“A welcome study of one of rock’s most enduring musical fusions." - Salon

Relive Journey’s greatest songs and moments with this fiftieth anniversary tribute

Since exploding on the scene in the late 1970s, Journey has inspired generations of fans with hit after hit. But hidden under this rock ‘n’ roll glory is a complex story of ambition, larger-than-life personalities, and clashes. David Hamilton Golland unearths the band’s true and complete biography, based on over a decade of interviews and thousands of sources.

When Steve Perry joined jazz-blues progressive rock band Journey in 1977, they saw a rise to the top, and their 1981 album Escape hit #1. But Perry’s quest for control led to Journey’s demise. They lost their record contract and much of their audience. After the unlikely comeback of “Don’t Stop Believin’” in movies, television, and sports stadiums, a new generation discovered Journey.

A professional historian, Golland dispels rehashed myths and also shows how race in popular music contributed to their breakout success. As the economy collapsed and as people abandoned the spirit of Woodstock in the late 70s, Journey used the rhythm of soul and Motown to inspire hope in primarily white teenagers’ lives. Decades later, the band and their signature song remain classics, and now, with singer Arnel Pineda, they are again a fixture in major stadiums worldwide.
Knowing What Psychoanalysts Do and Doing What Psychoanalysts Know
Authors: Tuckett David , Allison Elizabeth , Bonard Olivier , Bruns Georg J. , Christopoulos Anna L. , Diercks Michael , Hinze Eike , Linardos Marinella , Šebek Michael
Published: September 2024

Founded on the in-depth discussion of sixteen clinical cases of psychoanalysis, this book answers the question of what psychoanalysts do when they are practicing psychoanalysis.

The authors have collaborated with over a thousand colleagues worldwide to collect a unique dataset of everyday clinical sessions, using a new workshop discussion method designed to reveal differences. Faced with diversity and wanting to surface and understand it, they had to evolve a new theoretical framework. This framework covers different approaches to the analytic situation (using the metaphors of cinema, dramatic monologue, theater, and immersive theater): different sources of data to infer unconscious content; differences in the troubles patients unconsciously experience and how to approach them; and differences in when, about what, and how a psychoanalyst should talk.

Taking the form of eleven very practical questions for psychoanalysts to ask of each session they conduct, the framework helps experienced psychoanalysts and students alike determine their intention and independently assess their progress. A final chapter applies the new framework and practical questions to contemporary technical controversies with some surprising results.
Martin Luther's Theology of Two Kingdoms in Buddhist and Christian Communities
Authors: Yaw Pa
Published: September 2024

Religion is a set of beliefs and practices that help form our relationship to God and to our fellow human beings. Religion can inspire commitment to nonviolence and peaceful coexistence in a pluralistic world. However, throughout history, efforts to protect religion, the nation, and the foundations of belief have often made violence a part of religion. As a result, religion becomes a source of both violence and nonviolence. This fact about religion is a great opportunity for nonviolent religious actors to opt for nonviolent movement. Socially engaged religion teaches that people of faith have a responsibility to address and reduce suffering in all its forms, both physical and spiritual, including suffering resulting from social injustice, exploitation, oppression, false faith, and so forth. True religion engages with society to alleviate suffering and bring transformation. Hence, the ideology of engaged religion supports peace, justice, and freedom, and denounces oppression in every aspect of life. Socially engaged people of faith assume something inherently peaceful and benevolent about religion. Violence in the name of religion is a perversion of true faith. In other words, religious violence is an obscenity, a deviation from the true character of religion.

Martin Luther's Theology of Two Kingdoms in Buddhist and Christian Communities examines the principle of separation between religion and politics in the context of both Buddhist and Christian communities. In predominantly Buddhist context such as Myanmar, where a reciprocal relationship between religion and politics is expected, separation is not effective. Attempts by Christians to separate religion and politics causes the church to run away from tyranny and follow the state with blind obedience. Martin Luther’s model of two distinct but interconnected systems for religion and politics creates space for each institution to give constructive advice and criticism to the other for the health of all human beings.
The Accountability and Legitimacy of the Wagner Group
Authors: Kiebel Florian
Published: September 2024

Despite the Wagner Group not making a public appearance until mid-2022, its activities can be traced back to 2014. The paramilitary group provided Russia with the opportunity to exert an influence on a global scale without the necessity of maintaining a physical military presence on the ground. Furthermore, it granted the Kremlin access to resources in Syria and on the African continent. In his analysis, Florian Kiebel employs critical security studies to examine the group's history, its current and past operational areas, and the action it has engaged in in these locations. He then addresses the question of the group's legitimacy and accountability, exploring the factors that prompt states to allow the Wagner Group into their territory.
Drowning Among Children 1–4 Years of Age in California, 2017–2021
Authors: Agran Phyllis F. , Winn Diane G. , Saadat Soheil , Bhalla Jaya R. , Greco Van Nguyen , Best Nakia C. , Lotfipour Shahram
Published: September 2024

Background and Objectives: Drowning, the leading cause of unintentional injury death among California children less than ﬁve years of age, averaged 49 annual fatalities for the years 2010–2021. The California Pool Safety Act aims to reduce fatalities by requiring safety measures around residential pools. This study was designed to analyze annual fatality rates and drowning incidents in California among children 1–4 years of age from 2017–2021. Methods: We identiﬁed fatalities, injury hospitalizations, and emergency department (ED) visits from California state vital statistics death data and state hospital and ED discharge data using the EpiCenter California Injury Data Online website. Results: Over the ﬁve-year study period, 4,166 drowning incidents were identiﬁed: 234 were fatalities, 846 were hospitalizations, and 3,086 were ED visits. The observed difference in fatality rates from 2017 to 2021 failed to achieve statistical signiﬁcance (P = 0.88). Location-based analysis of the 234 fatal drowning incidents revealed that pools were the most common injury site, accounting for 65% of the cases. Conclusion: Drowning remains the leading cause of unintentional, injury-related death among California children 1–4 years of age, as the annual rate of fatality over the ﬁve-year study period did not decline. While the EpiCenter California Injury Data Online website is excellent for analyzing annual rates of drowning incidents among California residents over time, it is limited in providing insight into modiﬁable risk factors and event circumstances that can further inform prevention. The development of robust integrated fatal and non-fatal local, state, and national systematic data collection systems could aid in moving the needle in decreasing pool fatalities among young children.
The Coherence of Ptolemy of Lucca’s Regime Science in De regimine principium
Authors: Wheatland Casey J. ,   Society of Catholic Social Scientists
Published: September 2024

De regimine principum, principally authored by Ptolemy of Lucca (c.1236-c.1327), was once an influential work of Catholic political philosophy. Although the work has been revisited by scholars in recent decades, it has yet to receive the attention it deserves from contemporary audiences. This article argues that Ptolemy of Lucca is a fundamentally Aristotelian thinker who offers substantial contributions to the Aristotelian account of regimes. He offers an avenue for reconciling Aristotle’s political science with Scripture, and presents a distinctly Christian metaphysical defense of political life. Additionally, Ptolemy provides a moral and psychological defense of republicanism based upon the success of the Roman Republic’s honor-oriented political order.
Children Need Parents
Authors: Destro Brenda ,   Society of Catholic Social Scientists
Published: September 2024

This article discusses the dangers for children’s development when schools and other institutions try to push aside parents in order to advance political agendas. Scholarship about child development has long made it clear that the parental role in the formation of their children is crucial and indispensable. The article says that while parents typically need help with this effort, those who help parents should work with them and not seek to supplant them.
RANCANG BANGUN TRAINER PRAKTIKUM PLC-HMI LAMPU LALU LINTAS DAN LAMPU FLIP-FLOP
Authors: Helmi Arif , Rozie Fachrul , Radwitya Erick
Published: September 2024

Rancang bangun dan implementasi trainer praktikum PLC-HMI untuk aplikasi lampu lalu lintas dan lampu flip-flop, Trainer ini bertujuan untuk mensimulasikan lampu lalu lintas dan flip-flop nyata menggunakan PLC CP1L dan HMI MT8071iP. Tujuan utamanya adalah memastikan trainer berfungsi sesuai yang diinginkan dan program berjalan dengan benar. Proses rancang bangun melibatkan integrasi PLC CP1L dengan HMI MT8071iP untuk mengontrol lampu lalu lintas dan lampu flip-flop. PLC berperan sebagai pengendali utama, menjalankan logika berdasarkan sinyal masukan dan urutan pemrograman untuk mengatur waktu dan kondisi lampu. HMI menyediakan antarmuka yang ramah pengguna bagi operator untuk memantau dan berinteraksi dengan sistem, menampilkan status real-time dan memungkinkan penggantian manual jika diperlukan. Pengembangan trainer praktikum meliputi integrasi perangkat keras, pemrograman perangkat lunak menggunakan logika tangga PLC, dan konfigurasi HMI untuk menetapkan komunikasi dan sinkronisasi antar perangkat. Prosedur pengujian memastikan trainer memenuhi spesifikasi fungsional, mengverifikasi bahwa urutan lampu lalu lintas dan operasi flip-flop sesuai dengan perilaku yang diharapkan. Secara keseluruhan, trainer praktikum PLC-HMI yang diimplementasikan berhasil mencapai tujuannya untuk mensimulasikan skenario kontrol lalu lintas dan operasi lampu flip-flop. Proyek ini menegaskan pentingnya pemrograman yang akurat dan integrasi perangkat keras yang dapat diandalkan dalam sistem otomatisasi industri, memastikan efisiensi operasional dan kepatuhan terhadap persyaratan desain.Kata kunci: Trainer praktikum, PLC (Programmable Logic Controller), HMI (Human Machine Interface)
SOME NEW OSCILLATION CRITERIA FOR ALPHA FRACTIONAL DIFFERENTIAL EQUATIONS
Authors: Sadhasivam V. , Priyadharshini S. , Santra S. S.
Published: September 2024

In this paper, we investigate some new oscillation criteria for alpha-fractional differential equation. We obtained for the oscillation of solutions by using the uniform Lipschitz condition and convex function and also using the generalized Riccati transformation and Philo‘s type. Examples are provided to illustrate our theoretical results.
APPLYING ARTIFICIAL NEURAL NETWORKS FOR ANTICIPATING CHANGES IN CARDANO PRICE
Authors: Raghavendran Prabakaran , Gunasekar Tharmalingam , Premila S. C. , Venkatesan K. A. Venkatesan , Santra Shyam Sundar
Published: September 2024

This study delves into the rising demand from investors, traders, and governmental bodies seeking precise predictions of Cardano prices. As a groundbreaking cryptocurrency, Cardano has captured attention, partly due to its promise of liberation from centralized governmental oversight. Our approach employs cutting edge artificial neural networks (ANN) to forecast Cardano prices. The key advantage lies in these networks' adaptability to comprehend the dynamic and often erratic patterns inherent in cryptocurrency markets. To enhance forecast accuracy and promptness, we explore various lag configurations within defined time intervals, showcasing the model's efficacy through resultant outcomes. Our predictions undergo rigorous validation, with a primary focus on evaluating the root mean square error as a critical performance measure. Impressively, the outcomes derived from our proposed artificial neural network model consistently surpass traditional prediction methods, offering invaluable insights for individuals, industries, and navigating the cryptocurrencies.
The Influence of Guest Perception in the Selection of Air Bed and Breakfast in Nakuru County
Authors: Mwangi Evah N. , Mengo Nyabisi , Ngugi Louise
Published: September 2024

This study was conducted to investigate the influence of guest perception in the selection of Airbnb in Nakuru County, Kenya. This study was anchored on expectancy disconfirmation theory. The study employed a cross-sectional descriptive research design and adopted purposive random sampling to gather data from a sample size and use of 104 respondents, from the questionnaires that were found valid. These respondents were the people who frequently patronize Airbnb.  According to the study results, there is a linear relationship between guest perception and choice of Airbnb and it was examined using the regression analysis. The model indicated that guest perception could explain about 38.4 % of the variance in the choice of Airbnb. The correlation results showed that there is the existence of a statistically linear positive relationship between guest perception and choice of Airbnb (r=0.239, p=<0.05). This implies that a significant majority of the respondents were influenced by guest perception to select Airbnb, authentic experience, service quality, and guest satisfaction had a bigger influence on the development of guest perception. Guest perception relevancy in hospitality management evolves from the recognition that, customer sentiments are vital when it comes to expenditures on services rendered. Quality has been used as the critical key determinant that influences hospitality industry performance, but basic elements remained the same or as they were during the traditional times.
Bütünleşik SWARA-MAIRCA Yöntemi ile Türk Havayolu Yolcu Taşımacılığı Sektöründe Hizmet Kalitesinin Değerlendirilmesi
Authors: Arslan Hakan Murat
Published: September 2024

Havayolu taşımacılığı sektörü, küreselleşen dünyada giderek artan rekabet koşullarıyla karşı karşıyadır. Bu durum, müşteri beklentilerinin karşılanmasını ve memnuniyetinin sağlanmasını kritik bir başarı faktörü haline getirmektedir. Nitelikli hizmet sunumu, havayolu işletmelerinin rekabet avantajı elde etmesi ve sürdürmesinde kilit rol oynamaktadır. Bu çalışmada, Türkiye'deki havayolu yolcu taşımacılığı yapan işletmelerin hizmet kalitesi Bütünleşik SWARA-MAIRCA yöntemi ile analiz edilmiştir. Bu çalışmanın verileri, havayolu işletmelerine müşteri sağlayan X firmasının 01.01.2024 ile 31.07.2024 tarihleri arasındaki online kayıtlarından elde edilmiştir. İlgili bütünleşik çok kriterli karar verme (ÇKKV) yaklaşımının iki aşamalı uygulamasında, ilk olarak SWARA yöntemi kullanılarak hizmet kalitesi kriterleri ağırlıklandırılmış, ardından MAIRCA yöntemiyle havayolu işletmeleri sıralanmıştır. Gerçekleştirilen analiz sonuçlarına göre, en yüksek hizmet kalitesine sahip havayolu işletmesinin A4 (Lufthansa) olduğu görülmüştür. Bu bulgu, Türk havayolu sektöründe rekabet üstünlüğü elde etmek isteyen işletmeler için önemli çıkarımlar sunmaktadır. Ayrıca, ÇKKV yöntemlerinin sektördeki hizmet kalitesi değerlendirmelerinde etkin bir şekilde kullanılabileceği sonucuna varılmıştır. Çalışmanın, havayolu işletmelerinin müşteri memnuniyetini artırmak ve rakipleri karşısındaki rekabet pozisyonlarını güçlendirmek için yol gösterici nitelikte olduğu değerlendirilmektedir. Gelecekte, daha kapsamlı veri setleri ve farklı ÇKKV teknikleri kullanılarak benzer analizlerin yapılması önerilmektedir.
Bütünleşik Entropy-CoCoSo Yöntemi ile G20 Ülkelerinin Lojistik Performans Endekslerinin Değerlendirilmesi
Authors: Eş Abdülhamit , Eğilmez Gökhan
Published: September 2024

Bu çalışmada, Dünya Bankası'nın periyodik olarak yayımladığı Lojistik Performans Endeksi (LPE) kullanılarak, Türkiye ile gelişmekte olan G20 ülkelerinin lojistik performansları değerlendirilmiştir. LPE, ülkelerin ticaret lojistiğindeki performanslarını altı kritere (Gümrükleme hızı ve etkinliği, Altyapı kalitesi, Rekabetçi fiyatlarla sevkiyat düzenlenme kolaylığı, Lojistik hizmetlerde yetkinlik ve kalite, Sevkiyatların izlenebilirliği, Zamanında varış) göre ölçmektedir. Çalışmada, kriterlerin ağırlıklarının belirlenmesinde Entropi yöntemi, ülkelerin performanslarının sıralanmasında ise CoCoSo (Kombinasyon Korelasyon Oranı Temelli Sıralama) yöntemi kullanılmıştır. Bu şekilde G20 ülkelerinin lojistik performansları hem kendi aralarında hem de Dünya Bankası'nın yayınladığı sonuçlarla karşılaştırmalı olarak analiz edilmiştir. Analiz sonuçları, G20 ülkeleri arasında lojistik performans açısından önemli farklılıklar olduğunu ve ülkelerin güçlü ve zayıf yönlerinin net bir şekilde belirlendiğini göstermiştir. Özellikle Türkiye'nin "Gümrükleme hızı ve etkinliği" konusunda daha zayıf olduğu, buna karşın "Lojistik hizmetlerde yetkinlik ve kalite" açısından güçlü bir performans sergilediği tespit edilmiştir.  Elde edilen bulgular, lojistik sektörü ve politika yapıcılar için önemli çıkarımlar sunmaktadır. Sektör temsilcileri, kendi performanslarını rekabetçi konumlarını güçlendirmek üzere değerlendirebilirler. Politika yapıcılar ise, ülkenin zayıf yönlerini iyileştirmeye yönelik etkin stratejiler geliştirebilirler. Ayrıca, LPE'nin metodolojik kısıtlarını aşmak için daha kapsamlı ve hibrit çok kriterli yöntemlerin kullanılması önerilmektedir.
Geotechnical Forensic Investigations of a Gravity Dam: Addressing Seepage and Sliding Problems in the Basalt Foundations of Karjan Dam, Gujarat, India
Authors: Prakash Indra , Bình Phạm Thái
Published: September 2024

Geotechnical forensic engineering plays a crucial role in identifying and mitigating potential issues in large gravity dams. The Karjan Dam in Gujarat, India, a 100-meter-high gravity dam built 38 years ago on Deccan basalt, encountered significant geotechnical challenges during construction due to early investigation oversights. These oversights failed to detect sub-horizontal weathered rock seams within the basalt during the pre-construction investigations, which could have posed significant seepage and sliding risks during the dam's operation. Subsequent detailed investigations during the construction phase revealed that these seams extended throughout the foundations of the dam blocks.
In-situ shear tests were conducted to determine the shear parameters, namely cohesion (C) and the angle of internal friction (ϕ) of the seams. The test results indicated low shear strength parameters, necessitating a re-evaluation of the dam's safety. Stability analysis revealed that the spillway and certain non-overflow blocks were at risk of sliding and seepage after reservoir filling. To address these geotechnical challenges, a combination of treatments—including concrete shear keys, grouting, and design enhancements—was implemented to prevent sliding and control seepage. The timely forensic investigation and treatment during the construction stage ensured the dam's safety, which has operated without issues since 1986.
This study underscores the critical importance of integrating engineering and geological assessments at various stages of dam construction. Re-evaluating and addressing evolving foundation conditions, particularly during construction, is essential for applying effective treatments to prevent dam failure during operation. The findings from this case study provide valuable geotechnical insights required for enhancing the safety and resilience of dam infrastructure globally.
Potrzeby osób z niepełnosprawnościami na poziomie lokalnym na przykładzie powiatu trzebnickiego
Authors: Girul Agata
Published: September 2024

Getting to know the needs of people with disabilities might truly contribute to the improvement of their quality of life. The aim of the study discussed in this article is the hierarchisation of the needs of people with disabilities at the local level, on the example of Trzebnica poviat, and determining whether there are differences between their order of needs and that indicated at the regional level. The study was carried out from June to September 2020 among people with disabilities aged 15 and over divided into two samples: one consisting of 50 inhabitants of Trzebnica poviat and the other of 188 inhabitants of Dolnośląskie (Lower Silesian) Voivodship. Quota sampling in terms of selected socio-economic features, i.e. the respondents’ gender, place of residence and degree of disability was adopted in the study. Information about the surveyed population obtained from the National Population and Housing Census 2011 and non-governmental organisations was used in the sample selection process. People with disabilities inhabiting Trzebnica poviat identified bathroom modernisation as well as obtaining medicine and care products as their most urgent needs. They pointed to the absence of lifts in residential buildings, obstacles to travelling independently by means of public transport, lack of information about available training, poor prospects for obtaining resources for pursuing their interests and poor condition of roads as the most nagging everyday problems. The comparison of the order of needs of people with disabilities from the Trzebnica poviat and that of people with disabilities from the whole Dolnośląskie Voivodship shows there are differences. However, diagnosing the needs of people with disabilities at a local level and the subsequent implementation of relevant changes by local governments might improve the quality of life of people with disabilities in the whole region.
Releyendo a Jannetta Pj: Arterial Compression of the Trigeminal Nerve at the Pons in Patients With Trigeminal Neuralgia
Authors: Rimoldi J.J
Published: September 2024

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OBITUARIO: Dr. Jorge Domingo Oviedo
Authors: Luis Lemme Plaghos
Published: September 2024

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Improved estimation of the mean through regressed exponential estimators based on sub-sampling non-respondents
Authors: Sinha R. R. , Bharti Khanna
Published: September 2024

The present study concerns the issue of estimating the population mean and presents novel and improved regressed exponential estimators using different parameters of an auxiliary character based on sub-sampling non-respondents. The bias and mean square error (MSE) of the proposed estimators for the most pragmatic simple random sampling without replacement (SRSWOR) scheme have been derived up to the first order of approximation (i.e. the expression containing errors up to the power of two so that the expectation comes only in terms of the mean, variance and covariance). The optimum value of the MSE of the estimators is found, along with the necessary conditions for optimising the MSE. The effectiveness of the suggested estimators, outperforming the existing ones in terms of their MSE, has been studied theoretically, while the empirical as well as the simulation studies have confirmed these findings.
The Role of Technology in Transforming Real Estate Transactions in Uganda
Authors:   Faculty of Science and Technology Kampala International University Uganda, Nabirye Aida N.
Published: September 2024

Technology is significantly transforming real estate transactions in Uganda, addressing inefficiencies and modernizing the market. Digital platforms and marketplaces, such as Jumia House and Lamudi, have revolutionized property listings and accessibility, while blockchain technology enhances transaction security and reduces fraud. Mobile money and digital payments streamline financial transactions, and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and drones improve property surveying and valuation. Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Big Data provide valuable insights and predictive analytics, optimizing investment decisions. These technological advancements have increased transparency, efficiency, and market reach, reduced costs, and improved transaction experiences. Despite challenges such as the digital divide and evolving regulatory frameworks, ongoing investment in technology and infrastructure promises further growth and innovation in Uganda’s real estate sector. Keywords: Digital Platforms, Blockchain Technology, Mobile Payments, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Examining the Impact of Employee Welfare on Organizational Performance of Kenya Power and Lightening Company Limited Kitale, Kenya
Authors:   School of Business and Management, Kampala International University, Uganda, Kinara Shadock Ongwae
Published: September 2024

This article examines the impact of employee welfare on the organizational performance of Kenya Power and Lightening Company Limited in Kitale, Kenya. The article revealed that a poor working environment, a lack of motivation, and overworking were the causes of poor employee performance. However, the welfare of employees at Kenya Power and Lightening Company is not bad. This was based on the responses received from the respondents. Furthermore, a significant proportion of respondents, specifically 41.7%, reported receiving all welfare benefits, including food, health, and school benefits. The study suggests that Kenya Power and Lightening Company should prioritize maintaining and enhancing employee welfare to boost the team's productivity. This, in turn, leads to improved organizational performance. More so, organisations like Kenya Power and Lightening Company and others in the same category. Furthermore, companies such as Kenya Power and Lightening Company, along with others in the same sector, consistently offer their employees welfare benefits. They should also strive to reduce harsh and unfriendly working conditions, as this can demotivate employees and result in poor organisational performance. Finally, the government should formulate policies that favour employees in the workplace. These policies should focus on creating a good working environment for employees, as this will ultimately lead to improved organisational performance. Keywords: Employee, Employee performance, Environment, Organization, Working condition.
Analysis of Carbon Reduction Technology Trends and Application Cases : About the Park and the Forest
Authors:   Art·Design Research Institute of Kyung-Hee University, Lee Woo Ju , Kim Sun Chul
Published: September 2024

As the threat of climate change due to global warming intensifies, the world is increasingly experiencing extreme weather phenomena. Consequently, the importance of achieving carbon neutrality is expected to grow. Parks and forests play a crucial role in capturing and storing carbon, offering the most eco-friendly spaces that provide convenience and relaxation for users, as well as resilience for cities. They also serve as essential elements of carbon neutrality with their scenic and touristic value. This study focuses on these aspects, reviewing the trends in existing carbon reduction technologies and investigating carbon dioxide capture and utilization technologies that can increase the amount of carbon that parks and forests can capture. These technologies were classified according to six principles, identifying bioconversion technology as the most applicable and dry capture and mineral carbonation technologies as relatively superior. The study analyzes the current policy foundation and shortcomings for the commercialization and business application of these technologies, along with future improvements that need to be addressed. The purpose of this research is to establish a foundation for creating carbon-neutral parks and forests by identifying applicable technologies, assessing policy hurdles, and suggesting improvements, thereby enabling faster and more efficient carbon absorption and storage. According to the findings of this study, by identifying and expanding the application of technologies suitable for parks and forests and improving policies accordingly, it is expected that a more eco-friendly and efficient reduction of carbon dioxide can be achieved.
Musical Division and Juxtaposition in Sondheim’s Musical Sunday in the Park with George
Authors:   Art·Design Research Institute of Kyung-Hee University, Son Min Hye , Lee Eun Hye , Chung Sun Do
Published: September 2024

The musical Sunday in the Park with George (1984) is based on the pointillist painting A Sunday Afternoon on the Island of La Grande Jatte and portrays the life and art of the painter Georges Seurat. Composer Stephen Sondheim adapted the concept of ‘dots' from the painting into the elements of the musical, including stage design, drama, and music, creating a new form of musical distinct from traditional ones. This study analyzes how the techniques of division and juxtaposition in Sunday in the Park with George enable new artistic expressions through the fusion of music and painting. Focusing on the representative songs ‘Color and Light, ‘Eulogies,' and ‘Move On,' this research explores the implementation of pointillistic scenarios and musical pointillism. The results show that Sondheim extended the possibilities of artistic expression by applying Seurat's pointillism to the concepts of musical division and juxtaposition. Specifically, he expressed the division and juxtaposition of colors through short, monosyllabic words and fragmented melodies, while reinforcing the work's coherence and unity through the repetition of leitmotifs and the use of intersecting harmonies. This study provides foundational insights into evaluating the impact of Sondheim's techniques on modern musical creation and understanding how his works pioneer new artistic boundaries through interaction with other art forms.
E-RETAILING IN INDIA: GROWTH, TRENDS, AND EMERGING CHALLENGES
Authors: S S.JAYALAKSHMI
Published: September 2024

E-retailing is the activity of selling consumer items online. In essence, it is a modernization of online sales of products and services as well as a revolution in e-business and e-commerce. Because of technology development, e-retailing has become a new idea in retailing. The present era is rife with fresh issues; fashions of today become dated tomorrow, and a fresh problem emerges. As a result, businesspeople are constantly alert to dangers and changes in the market. E-retailing is the process of selling retail items online, which is advantageous to customers who are time-constrained but desire a wide selection of goods at affordable prices.
Selection of Military Armored Vehicle Using Fuzzy EDAS method
Authors: Kurtay Kemal Gürol
Published: September 2024

Military armored vehicles are specially designed and equipped for defense and security activities. During military operations, the right vehicle selection is of vital importance for the success of the operation. This problem examined 5 different alternative military armored vehicles for operational and logistic success using the criteria Engine Power, Dimensions, Fire Power Range, Gradeability, and Armor Thickness. In military decision problems, some alternatives probably need to be evaluated regarding more than one conflicting criterion. The decision among these alternatives will usually involve other strategic-level decisions. Multi-criteria decision-making (MCDM) refers to making decisions in such a situation. Are there any methods and techniques available to solve MCDM problems? The evaluation according to distance from average solution (EDAS) method is a multi-criteria decision-making method whose effectiveness has been tested in other problem areas in the literature. In this study, we use the EDAS method to address the problem of military armored vehicle selection in a fuzzy environment. While a Type-1 fuzzy set is used in the fuzzy EDAS method, trapezoidal fuzzy numbers are preferred for military expert evaluation. The results of this study show that the fuzzy EDAS method is effective.
Schools Can’t Wait: Accelerating the Redesign of University Principal Preparation Programs
Authors: Fry Betty , O'Neill Kathy , Bottoms Gene
Published: September 2024

The Southern Regional Education Board examines how states can take a more active role in improving university training programs for school leaders.
Introducción (Inglés)
Authors: Lozano Vázquez Alberto
Published: September 2024

Este año, 2024, presentamos el segundo número del Anuario Mexicano de Asuntos Globales (AMAG); una publicación del Instituto de Estudios Internacionales Isidro Fabela de la Universidad del Mar (UMAR), Campus Huatulco, en Oaxaca, México.
La fundación del Grupo de los 77. Entre el statu quo y la rebelión en la economía internacional
Authors: Fernández Luzuriaga Wilson , Olmedo González Hernán
Published: September 2024

Este trabajo tiene como objetivo analizar la fundación del llamado Grupo de los 77 desde la “Declaración Conjunta de los setenta y siete países en desarrollo” hecha al finalizar la Conferencia de las Naciones Unidas sobre Comercio y Desarrollo en 1964. El artículo atiende a la evolución de las instituciones jurídicas y revisa la Declaración a la luz de la fórmula westfaliana igualdad jurídica, soberanía y equilibrio de poder. En otras palabras, la ponderación de estos tres principios será la herramienta interpretativa básica para concluir los impactos pretendidos por esta coalición de Estados nacionales. No obstante, dicho análisis se complementa con la incorporación de algunos datos cuantitativos asociados a la magnitud de poder de las grandes potencias y los miembros del G-77. La conclusión procedente de este proceso de investigación, dada la evidencia empírica sobre el peso de los 77 países en el sistema internacional hacia 1964, y su adhesión al orden establecido en la propia Carta de las Naciones Unidas, es que la coalición abreva a modificar el statu quo desde la esperanza de montar, mediante declaraciones, una especie de encerrona a los países ricos. Una trampa que operaría, también, como “ultimátum” moral en su vocación expansionista.
Lecciones de Octavio Paz en el aprendizaje intercultural en línea: resultados de un curso colaborativo México-Estados Unidos (Inglés)
Authors: Herrán Alejandro , Alvarez Ivonne , Flores Castillo Adriana , Giacomello Corina , Nagengast Emil
Published: September 2024

Octavio Paz nos ayudó a comprender las carencias culturales de nuestro curso de aprendizaje internacional colaborativo en línea (COIL).  Reunimos a 35 estudiantes mexicanos y estadounidenses en un intercambio virtual y les encargamos que crearan un acuerdo bilateral de migración en un semestre sin nuestra ayuda ni interferencia. La ambigüedad de la tarea y la autonomía de los estudiantes para llevarla a cabo les obligó a descubrir cómo colaborar por encima de las diferencias políticas, culturales y lingüísticas. En la preparación de este curso estudiamos gran parte de la literatura sobre cómo construir un curso COIL, pero no comprendimos la importancia de descolonizar nuestro proyecto intercultural.  En nuestra evaluación del curso descubrimos la relevancia del análisis de Paz de las culturas mexicana y estadounidense y de las relaciones entre México y Estados Unidos. Sus ideas explican por qué surgieron los desequilibrios de poder y cómo obstruyeron la comunicación intercultural que esperábamos lograr en nuestro curso COIL.
Sanahuja, J. A. (Ed.) (2024). La sociedad internacional. Miradas iberoamericanas. Ensayos en homenaje a Celestino del Arenal Moyúa. Madrid. Fundación Carolina. 355 pp.
Authors: López Díaz Mayra
Published: September 2024

La sociedad internacional ha tenido múltiples mutaciones, como las llama Antonio Truyol, las cuales se corresponden con un contexto espacio temporal bien definido, lo que a su vez invita a reflexionar sobre desde cuándo considerar la existencia de lo internacional, es decir, si desde la Antigüedad con las polis griegas y la Guerra del Peloponeso o desde la aparición del Estado-Nación en 1648 con el fin de la Guerra de los Treinta Años y la firma de los Tratados de paz de Osnabrück y Münster. Cualquiera que sea la elección, lo importante es resaltar que estos cambios generan ajustes en la dinámica que se vive, patrón que continúa hasta nuestros días y que pone de manifiesto la necesidad de hacer un análisis minucioso del objeto de estudio de la disciplina de Relaciones Internacionales pues éste se encuentra en constante transformación, sobre todo con el cúmulo de interconexiones producto de la globalización, que confirman lo que Ekkehart Krippendorff llamó “el achicamiento del mundo”.
Sistema web para dinamizar la gestión de recursos humanos y compras en el minimarket Esperanza
Authors:   Universidad Nacional de Trujillo, Cruz Ulloa Anahy Estrella , Quispe Pinillos Josué Gabriel , Juan Pedro Santos Fernández* Juan Pedro , Torres Villanueva Marcelino
Published: September 2024

Este artículo tiene como objetivo implementar un Sistema Web para optimizar la gestión de recursos humanos y compras en el minimarket Esperanza mediante la metodología Scrum, integrando los subsistemas de compras y recursos humanos para mejorar la eficiencia de la gestión interna. Metodología: Se realizó un análisis de viabilidad económica para determinar la factibilidad del proyecto. Luego, se desarrolló el sistema aplicando la metodología Scrum, donde se definieron los tiempos de ejecución de cada sprint a partir de la estimación del product backlog. Para la programación del sistema, se utilizaron los componentes Laravel 9, PostgresSQL 16.1 y pgAdmin 4v8.2. Finalmente, se ejecutaron pruebas de rendimiento con JMeter para calcular la cantidad de usuarios simultáneos que el sistema puede soportar. Resultados: La integración de los subsistemas de compras y recursos humanos demostró ser esencial para agilizar los procesos internos del minimarket Esperanza, lo que resultó en una mejora significativa en la eficiencia de la gestión. Conclusiones: La implementación tecnológica a través de Scrum generó una operación más eficiente y ágil en el minimarket Esperanza, consolidándolo como un referente en la gestión minorista. Este proyecto resalta la importancia de la tecnología en la modernización y competitividad dentro del sector minorista.
Comprendiendo la Discapacidad y el Capacitismo: Implicaciones para la Investigación y la Práctica en Educación Física en América del Sur
Authors:   Hofstra University, Arroyo Rojas Fabián , Haegele Justin A. ,   Old Dominion University
Published: September 2024

Este artículo ofrece una discusión crítica sobre diversas interpretaciones dominantes de la discapacidad, predominantemente construidas y desarrolladas desde los puntos de vista del Norte Global. Además, se profundiza en la noción de capacitismo como un concepto definitorio que influye y es influenciado por la comprensión de la discapacidad. Dentro de este discurso, se discute sobre la aplicabilidad, críticas e implicaciones de estas perspectivas y conceptos en el Sur Global, con un enfoque particular en la educación física sudamericana. Se espera fomentar el pensamiento y el avance académico sobre la discapacidad en los contextos del Sur Global, contribuyendo al análisis crítico de cómo estos puntos de vista sobre la discapacidad influyen en nuestro compromiso y provisión de apoyo a las personas con discapacidad en entornos de educación física.
Rol Del Personal Sanitario De Atención Primaria Con Las Comunidades: Retos Y Oportunidades En Pandemia.
Authors: Fienco Toala Fabricio José , Carrera Bermúdez Hannelie Belén , Narváez Bastidas Diana Elvira , Carvajal Silva Jairo Alexis
Published: September 2024

La investigación sobre el Rol del Personal Sanitario de Atención Primaria en relación con las Comunidades durante la Pandemia ha revelado diversos desafíos y oportunidades significativas en contextos de crisis sanitaria global. Se destacó durante la Pandemia la urgencia de que los sistemas de salud sean reforzados, optimizar la infraestructura y garantizar un acceso justo a los servicios médicos. Este estudio tiene como objetivo examinar la función del Personal de Atención Primaria durante la pandemia de COVID-19. Para realizarlo se utilizó una metodología cualitativa y descriptiva basada en revisión bibliográfica en la cual incluyó 50 artículos científicos publicados entre 2019 y 2024 en inglés, español y portugués. La muestra se seleccionó mediante un muestreo no probabilístico y el uso de operadores booleanos. La investigación reveló que el personal sanitario enfrentó importantes retos, la carencia de equipo de protección personal, una capacitación insuficiente y una sobrecarga de trabajo, lo que impactó negativamente en su capacidad de respuesta y acceso a la atención, especialmente en comunidades vulnerables. Estos retos también incrementaron el estrés, la ansiedad y el agotamiento emocional entre los profesionales. Sin embargo, también surgieron oportunidades, como la implementación de telemonitoreo, la integración de la medicina tradicional, la capacitación continua con apoyo psicológico, y mejoras en la comunicación y el trabajo en equipo, que permitieron una respuesta más efectiva y sostenible durante la pandemia y podrían mejorar la preparación para futuras crisis sanitarias.
Water Sharing Geopolitics between India and Bangladesh: Recent Trends
Authors: Md. Mizanur Rahman
Published: September 2024

The partnership between India and Bangladesh according to water sharing is complex by traditional, geographical, political, sociological, and economical issues. Understanding the present dynamics in water-sharing geopolitics is necessary for understanding the pathways of their bilateral partnership and the conjugation for regional sustainability and improvement. Both countries share almost 54 rivers for example Teesta, Ganges, Brahmaputra, and Meghna. These rivers are lifelines for Bangladesh and India, providing essential irrigation water, communication, and indigenous consumption. However, the unequal distribution of water and the influence of climate change have increased challenges over water management procedures. While both countries have contracted diverse treaties and agreements to manage shared rivers, implementation hazards and occasional breaches of trust have channeled their partners. Subsequently, the increasing demand for water due to population enrichment and industrialization shapes modern challenges for stable water mechanisms. This research aims to describe the present dynamics in water-sharing geopolitics between India and Bangladesh, examining the evolving trends, key factors, and their conjugations for regional sustainability and collaboration. By extending the complexities of this critical view of their partnership, this study seeks to contribute to a deeper realization of South Asia's geopolitical arena and prosecutorial dynamics for cooperative water distribution strategies.
Analysis of Forms and Usage of Onomatopoeia in Babymetal Band Singer's Song Lyrics
Authors: Muhammad Raihan Wicaksono  , Haryono
Published: September 2024

The aim of this descriptive qualitative study discusses the analysis of forms and usage of onomatopoeia in the Babymetal Band singer song lyrics so that listeners can understand the meanings of the lyrics. Using listening and note-taking techniques, data is analyzed by Miles and Huberman's semantic theory. The result concludes that there are 14 contexts in the lyrics containing onomatopoeia that can be categorized into 5 types i.e. Giseigo, Giongo, Gitaigo, Giyougo, Gijougo, and 8 characteristics i.e. Gokon, Oto wo tsumeru, Oto ho haneru, Cho'on, Morpheme “ri”, Hanpukukei, Oto no ichibu koutai, Counter sound Seion and Dakuon. However, the types Gijougo and the characteristic Hanpukukei were most frequently found because Babymetal often uses emotional elements in their music.
Analysis of System Quality, Information Quality, and Service Quality on E-Filing User Satisfaction
Authors: Nur Magfira Awaliah.F  , Kartini  , Grace T. Pontoh
Published: September 2024

E-filing is a tax reporting system using an Annual Tax Return (SPT) that is conducted electronically. This study aims to test and analyze the success of the e-Filing system using the Information System Success Model approach by DeLone & McLean (2003). The data used in this study is primary data collected through questionnaires, with a total sample of 70 individual taxpayers registered as employees at the Bulukumba Tax Office. The measurement variables used include system quality, information quality, service quality, and user satisfaction. The results show that information quality has a positive and significant effect on user satisfaction, and service quality also has a positive and significant effect on user satisfaction. This research can contribute to tax authorities in developing electronic systems to facilitate taxpayers in filing their tax returns. It also highlights the importance of information quality and service quality in the use of the e-filing system to ensure that taxpayers feel satisfied in fulfilling their tax obligations.
The view of the people in Nguyen Trai’s thought
Authors: Minh Cu Luong , Huynh Cam Thanh
Published: September 2024

Nguyen Trai (1380 - 1442) - A bright star in Vietnamese history, the most beautiful crystallization of the nation’s talent, virtue, spirit, and mettle, not only illuminating his era but also shine forever and ever. Nguyen Trai is not only a politician, a genius strategist, a cultural scholar, but also a great thinker. Nguyen Trai left our nation a valuable ideological heritage, of which the most prominent is Nguyen Trai's views on the people, expressed in the spirit of patriotism, love for the people, respect and sympathy for the people. people, in their deep hatred for the enemy; from the perspective of promoting the great role and strength of the people
The Influence of Green Marketing Attitude Environment Awareness and Health on Purchasing Decisions for Somethinc Product
Authors: Rakhayu  , Herni Justiana Astuti
Published: September 2024

This research aims to analyze the influence of green marketing, attitudes, environmental awareness and health on purchasing decisions for certain products. The data source used in this research is primary data obtained using data collection techniques by distributing questionnaires using Google Form. The method in this research uses SEM (Structural Equation Model) with the PLS (Partial Least Square) version 3.0 approach. The number of samples tested was 118 respondents. The sampling technique used purposive sampling. The research results show that attitude, environmental awareness and health have a positive and significant effect on purchasing decisions, but green marketing has no effect on purchasing decisions. The managerial implications that can be given are that companies need to re-evaluate green marketing, increase their focus on understanding consumer attitudes and must continue to increase environmental and health awareness which can help consumers make purchasing decisions.