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IoT Driven by Machine Learning (MLIoT) for the Retail Apparel Sector
Authors: Kazi Kutubuddin Sayyad Liyakat
Published: May 2024

Despite the challenges faced, the future of the apparel retail industry looks promising, with endless opportunities for growth and development. Automated body measurements and size suggestions for customers is a game-changer in the world of online shopping. It offers convenience, accuracy, inclusivity, and sustainability, benefiting both customers and retailers. With the constant advancements in technology, it is safe to say that this system will continue to evolve and improve, making the online shopping experience even more seamless and personalized in the future. MLIoT is transforming the retail apparel sector by providing retailers with real-time insights, automation, and personalization.
Navigating the Landscape of Green Marketing Trends and Identifying Greenwashing Red Flags
Authors: Somesh Pournima , Ritika M. , Singh Harmandeep
Published: May 2024

Through this chapter, the authors intend to provide information to the fashion and retail industry about the latest trends and their drawbacks, further increasing the awareness of environmentally conscious consumers. The objective of the study is first to examine the prevalent green marketing strategies adopted by fashion and retail businesses. Further, it also evaluates the actual reality and effectiveness behind the strategies used by brands to understand if they are creating an illusion of sustainability or are genuinely committed through case studies of various retail brands. Lastly it investigates consumer attitudes and perceptions of green marketing in fashion and retail. This research employs an approach to explore driving factors for green marketing in the fashion and retail industry. Utilizing secondary data, a comprehensive review of existing literature on sustainable practices, consumer behaviour, and industry trends was done.
The Role of Social Responsibility on Consumer Engagement Through Fashion Brands' Instagram
Authors: Santos Sara , Silva Paulo , Lopes Margarida Caramelo
Published: May 2024

At a time when consumers are becoming more aware of social and environmental responsibility, they are increasingly recognising the fashion industry's impact on the world. Based on this growing awareness, the response from fashion brands is to strategically use digital platforms to highlight their commitment to the issue of sustainability. Brands that consciously share this content on online platforms adopt an effective communication strategy, attracting greater engagement with their audience. In particular, the analysis in this study focuses on the Instagram presence of three notable brands: Naz, Isto, and Tentree. The results of this study affirm the positive impact of social responsibility on consumer engagement when it comes to the Instagram accounts of these fashion brands. This underlines the significant role that social responsibility plays in influencing consumer perceptions and interactions in the digital sphere.
Treating Textile Effluents for Sustainable Fashion and Green Marketing
Authors: Karypidis Michail , Tarnanidis Theodore , Papachristou Evridiki
Published: May 2024

One of the main causes of water pollution is the textile industry, which involves dyeing and finishing processes. Aquatic life and human health can be threatened by the variety of chemicals and dyes contained in the effluent generated by these processes. The impact of these effluents on the environment has been minimized by the development of several effluent treatments. This presentation discloses the available solutions for liquid effluent treatment from textile dyeing and finishing providing a fast, clear, and deep understanding of methods such as the physicochemical and biological treatments as well as the recent advanced oxidation processes. Thus, utilizing a combination of these technologies in a treatment plant can frequently lead to more effective outcomes. Ultimately, this investigation will assist researchers and academic practitioners in enhancing and aligning green marketing models with sustainability trends in the textile, apparel, and fashion industries.
Analyzing the Impact of Digital Fashion, Gaming, and the Metaverse on Social Presence in Digital Worlds Through a Literature Review
Authors: Bilali Tia , Papahristou Evridiki
Published: May 2024

This research explores the concept of social presence in the context of the evolving relationship between technology, fashion, and digital environments, specifically focusing on the intersections of fashion in the metaverse and fashion in gaming. The study employs a scoping literature review methodology, utilising desk research to gather and synthesise evidence. The convergence of the physical and digital realms, facilitated by technologies of metaverse and gaming, have brought a new way of social presence and more materials to support it. The methodology used is a systematic literature review with the concept based on the reality virtuality continuum and the concept of social presence, with effects on user experience, engagement, and purchase behaviour. This research provides information and attempts to deepen the meaning of the existence of digital fashion in games and metaverse through by measuring it with social presence response.
Impact of Sources of Finance on Bitcoin Investments Among the Households
Authors: Malhotra Nishi
Published: May 2024

The study provides a comprehensive exploration of the factors influencing the adoption of Bitcoin and cryptocurrency as investment options, with a focus on addressing research gaps in personal finance related to household cryptocurrency adoption. Key points of investigation include understanding the financial inclusion and demographic characteristics that influence household adoption of Bitcoin, measuring its profitability, and determining its impact on household wealth. The study also examines the impact of miner's revenue on cryptocurrency prices and seeks to validate the presence of volatility in the Bitcoin market. To address the influence of financial inclusion and demographic factors, the study utilizes the CMIE Peopledx database and logistic regression to measure the impact of existing borrowings and savings on the adoption of Bitcoin or cryptocurrency. The findings validate that saving and investing in formal financial instruments lead to higher cryptocurrency investment, with access to commercial banks and ATM usage also contributing positively.
Impact of Reforming Irrigation Water Pricing in Tunisia
Authors: Amayed Yasser , Boujelbene Younes
Published: May 2024

This chapter examines the consequences of a 25% increase in raw water tariffs for irrigation in Tunisia using a computable general equilibrium (CGE) model. This model is intended as a methodological tool to simulate the socio-economic impact of the water management policies adopted by Tunisia, in particular the tariff policy. This approach aims to address the challenges of climate change that Tunisia, like many other countries, is facing, as well as the ever-increasing demand for water. The CGE model that the authors have developed has an essential feature in the specification of the agricultural production technology. The findings show reduction in the availability of irrigation water, which is diverted to non-agricultural uses. However, the demand for recycled wastewater is increasing significantly, highlighting its crucial future potential, especially with the planned adoption of tertiary treatment technology. The findings extend to other sectors of the Tunisian economy, particularly the agro-food industry, which is similarly affected by the strong correlation with the agricultural sector.
Algerian Agricultural Development Policies and Trends for the Realizing of Food Security
Authors: Farid Aymen , Ali Walid
Published: May 2024

This study aimed to know the path of agricultural development programs in Algeria, as the reality of agriculture and agriculture today is the product of many successive policies over the decades since independence to the present day. All of these policies were aimed at achieving food security and self-sufficiency. Then the research study provides insight into the successive policies between the mistakes committed and the lack of optimal exploitation of the available capabilities and the development of programs that would not have been successful under any circumstances, especially since they are always an imitation of the socialist approach to management. This is what was proven by the private initiative in Algeria, and the study concluded with the necessity. Mechanization of agriculture and the transition from the traditional approach in managing the agriculture and farming file to smart agriculture, which can advance the national economy, is a sensitive and strategic sector.
Renewable Energy Transition Investment Planning in Developing Countries
Authors: Ponnambalam Suriya , Ilampoornan M. K.
Published: May 2024

An effective use of energy is the pre-condition for financial development. But excessive use of fossil fuels harms the environment. As renewable energy creates no or low greenhouse gases, other countries are trying to increase the use of energies from renewable sources. At the same time nations have to keep economic growth. The renewable energy does not deter economic growth for both developing and developed countries. There is little significance of overwhelming renewable energy on economic growth for developed countries.
The Importance of E-Learning in Improving the Quality of Higher Education
Authors: Daas Mossaab , Ali Walid
Published: May 2024

E-learning is one of the modern methods in university education. It aims to use modern technology to deliver information to the learner, transcending the boundaries of time and place. Its success depends on the way the technological educational environment is designed and the extent to which its basic elements are taken into account. Therefore, this study aims to identify the requirements for the success of e-learning to achieve the quality of higher education in Algeria by highlighting the quality standards of e-learning, addressing the components of the e-learning management system and focusing on the foundations and requirements for its success, in which the authors highlighted the most important foundations and requirements that must be met by students, teachers, the scientific content of the academic subject, and the administrative support team.
Applied Linguistics Research
Authors: Tran Nghi Tin , Tran Phuc Huu , Nguyen Hoa Thi Quynh
Published: May 2024

This chapter primarily focuses on the fundamental function of research in language teaching and applied linguistics. It highlights the core goals of research, namely knowledge building, theory formulation, problem-solving, analyzing trends, and professional practice enhancement. The authors emphasize the need for academic sincerity and that researchers conduct honest and worthwhile studies. This chapter offers brief descriptions of the characteristics of quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods paradigms, approaches, and techniques. It further addresses the current trends and projected research directions: the growing interdisciplinarity, increased diversity, broadened scope and magnitude enabled by technology, and the emphasis on practical significance. Consequently, it highlights the crucial function that research performs, namely to identify needs, formulate solutions, improve teaching activities, and enhance the common understanding of complex phenomena in multidisciplinary fields such as applied linguistics, and language teaching and learning.
Interviews
Authors: Bui Hung Phu , Vo Lien-Huong
Published: May 2024

Interviews are acknowledged in the current literature in applied linguistics as one of the most popular tools to collect data. Although interviews can be used to gather quantitative data, they are prone to qualitative data. An interview commonly includes at least one interviewer and at least one interviewee or respondent. The interviewer prepares a set of questions about a particular topic to elicit information from the interviewee about their experiences of an occurrence, opinions about an event or phenomenon, and/or suggestions. This chapter mainly presents issues in qualitative interviews. It first discusses the rationale before presenting the advantages and disadvantages of interviews. Then, types of interviews are outlined with their specific purposes and characteristics. Interview techniques are then discussed alongside the considerations in each technique. Guidelines for developing an interview scheme and protocol are presented. Finally, ethical considerations regarding qualitative interviews are discussed.
Research Report and Evaluation
Authors: Nguyet Le Anh Thanh , Vo Thu Thi Anh , Phan Nam Trong , Tran Anh Ngoc
Published: May 2024

This chapter is a comprehensive guide to creating a well-written research report. It will describe the importance of a research report and provide a general format for reporting a study, including the various steps involved in writing a report. Additionally, it will discuss the layout of a research report and the different types of reports that can be used, as well as how to prepare an oral report. Finally, it will cover the evaluation of a research report, including how to assess the quality of the research presented and the effectiveness of the report's delivery. Whether readers are students, researchers, or professionals, this chapter will provide them with all the information they need to create a clear and concise research report.
Algorithmic Issues, Challenges, and Theoretical Concerns of ChatGPT
Authors: Patil Pradnya , Kulkarni Kaustubh , Sharma Priyanka
Published: May 2024

Large language model (LLM) ChatGPT has made tremendous progress in natural language processing (NLP), especially in human-quality text production, multilingual translation, and content creation. However, because of its extensive use, algorithmic issues, challenges, and theoretical queries come up. Fairness, bias, explainability, generalization, originality, inventiveness, and safety are the main topics of this study's examination of ChatGPT's intricate theoretical and algorithmic components. It looks into the possibility of explainability, transferability, generalization, bias in the data, and the model's capacity to provide original and imaginative content. It also covers possible issues including harmful use, disseminating incorrect information, and offensive or misleading content. These limitations can be addressed so that ChatGPT can be improved to provide LLMs that are more dependable, accountable, and long-lasting while posing no needless risks.
Role of ChatGPT in Smart Cities
Authors: Freeda Adline R. , A. Anju , Venket Krithikaa , R. Dhaya , Kanthavel R.
Published: May 2024

In smart cities, generative artificial intelligence (AI) models such as ChatGPT have become revolutionary tools in many respects, chiefly due to their ability to process and communicate natural language. These artificial intelligence (AI) systems have greatly enhanced communication and problem-solving skills, leading to increased productivity and efficiency in a variety of fields, including healthcare, education, environmental monitoring, public health, smart grid management, traffic management, citizen engagement, environmental monitoring, and environmental monitoring. This study looks at ChatGPT's and similar Generative AI's changing role in smartcity contexts. It highlights the need for ethical frameworks and regulatory rules by examining the difficulties in putting them into practice. Concurrently, it highlights the enormous potential these technologies provide, from promoting inclusivity to igniting innovation, forming a future in which artificial intelligence augments human capabilities and fosters peaceful coexistence between sentient machines and people.
Use Cases of ChatGPT and Other AI Tools With Security Concerns
Authors: Agarwal Ayushi , Trivedi Aaditya , Sharma Priyanka , Bhardwaj Ajay
Published: May 2024

The text explores the impact of large language models (LLMs), such as ChatGPT, on various industries, emphasizing their accessibility and efficiency. However, it highlights the limitations of LLMs, including token constraints, and the unexpected threat posed to creative jobs as AI models like DALL-E replicate art styles. Companies face a choice between AI-driven solutions and human consultants, with the importance of crafting effective prompts for LLMs emphasized. To adapt, startups and established companies must consider utilizing LLMs, even if lacking in-house expertise, to navigate the evolving landscape effectively, as AI continues to reshape industries and professional roles.
Comparing the incidence of Bladder Neck Stenosis post monopolar Transurethral Resection of the Prostate; small prostates versus larger prostates in the black African population
Authors: Amu Okwudili Calistus , Anyimba Solomon Kenechukwu , Iwenofu Chukwunonso Anthony
Published: May 2024

Monopolar Transurethral Resection of the Prostate (TURP) is the commonly done procedure for surgical removal of the prostate after open prostatectomy in our subregion. It is still a novel procedure in our subregion, as very few centers offer this procedure. It is generally believed that the size of the prostate may influence the development of complications of bladder neck stenosis. This is a dreaded complication, which requires further surgical procedure to correct in a resource-poor environment. We decided to compare the incidence of Bladder Neck Stenosis (BNS) in small vs larger prostates following monopolar TURP in our black African subregion. We prospectively studied 194 patients who underwent TURP in our facility from 2015 to 2022 that satisfied the inclusion criteria. Eighty-five participants (43.81%) had a small prostate (Transrectal Ultrasound, TRUS, weight <30 g), and 109 participants (56.19%) had a large prostate (TRUS weight >30 g). Overall, ten participants (5.15%) had postoperative BNS. Participants with smaller prostates had more incidence of bladder neck contracture than those with larger prostates, although this did not reach statistical significance, Fisher’s Exact test p=0.338. Multifactorial reasons and not prostate size alone may be responsible for BNS. There may be a need for larger-scale standardized studies on prostate size effect on BNS.
Proposal of the Commitee for the General Practice of the Medical and Dental Professional Board: The future of the family medicine
Authors: Editor SAFPJ
Published: May 2024

In the light of the transformation of the health care sciences in South Africa with a shift towards primary care and the consequent requirements of change in health care delivery, as well as the changing health care requirements of the population, this committee decided to pursue its mandate of improving general practice in South Africa by initiating a project on how training for general and family practice should be changed to meet these needs.
Aid, Famine, and Obligations to Others
Authors: Knapp van Bogaert D. , Ogunbanjo G.A.
Published: May 2024

Do rich nations have any moral obligations to poor ones in the presence of hunger or famine? Some ethicists argue that rich nations have no obligation to aid poor nations. In the long term, they claim aiding poor nations will produce more suffering than it alleviates but others disagree. In this article, overview both sides of the problem.
Characteristics of mothers with premature babies admitted to a neonatal unit in the Eastern Cape
Authors: Olowookorum O.O. , Van Vuuren M.J.V. , Nel M/
Published: May 2024

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A clinicopathological study of cervical lymphadenopathy – A hospital-based cross-sectional study
Authors: Kokkonda Pavan Kumar , Kumar Koilakonda Ajay , Paul Vivian Anandith , Prasad Kameshwari , Nelluri Nagarjun , Pulim Sushmita Reddy
Published: May 2024

Introduction:

The enlargement of lymph nodes is an index of spread of infection and malignancy. Fine-needle aspiration cytology (FNAC) has the ability to provide rapid diagnosis and has good economic saving, reduces patient anxiety, and can be used for patients who have anesthetic risks.

Aims and Objectives:

The aim of the study is to study the various clinical presentations of cervical lymphadenopathy.

Materials and Methods:

This study was conducted from June 2019 to August 2020 over a period of 14 months. The study consists of 100 consecutive cases, both outpatients and inpatients at the surgical outpatient/wards at Malla Reddy Institute of Medical Sciences, Hyderabad. In all cases, FNAC was done. Excisional biopsy was done in all 100 cases.

Results:

The incidence of cervical lymphadenopathy was highest in the 12–40 years age group (73%). Males were more affected than females with a male-to-female ratio of 1.22:1. Tuberculosis was the most common etiology accounting for 51%. Posterior group of cervical lymph nodes were the most common to get involved in tuberculosis (31.3%). Sixteen cases out of 51 cases of tubercular lymphadenitis showed constitutional symptoms. The sensitivity of FNAC for tuberculosis – 86%, chronic nonspecific lymphadenitis – 73.3%, malignant secondaries – 87.5%, and lymphomas – 90%. Histopathological examination is the most dependable diagnostic tool.

Conclusion:

The most common disease affecting lymph nodes is tuberculosis. Dependence on clinical evidence alone would lead to erroneous diagnosis in most of the cases. FNAC is an important frontline investigation. Histopathological examination remains the most dependable diagnostic tool.
A study on feedback by undergraduate medical students for the foundation course under competency-based medical education
Authors: Gore Chaitali Ashutosh , Mangala Sirsikar , Ammar Murthaza
Published: May 2024

Background:

There is provision of 1 month of foundation course at the beginning of MBBS course under competency-based medical education (CBME).

Objective:

The objective was to study feedback by undergraduate medical students for the foundation course under CBME. It is important to know whether the students are satisfied with the content, quality, and the way in which the foundation course is conducted. This helps in providing clues to improve the quality. As this is a new initiative, adequate data on this subject matter is yet to come.

Materials and Methods:

An institution-based cross-sectional study was conducted among the undergraduate batch of MBBS students admitted in 2019 at one medical college. Students who attended all sessions on all days of foundation course were included in the study. Students who have not attended all sessions (or missed even 1 session) of foundation course were excluded from the study. Out of 250 students, 134 (53.6%) had attended all the sessions on all days. The data were collected in the predesigned, pretested, and semi-structured study questionnaire. For each module, quality, content, and usefulness were scored by the students using a five-point Likert scale.

Results:

In the present study, we observed that with regard to the content, quality, and usefulness of all the modules, more than 90% of students were happy and satisfied over the way in which this foundation course was conducted at this medical college

Conclusion:

The students opined that foundation course was satisfactory. Challenges faced in conducting this program were to make all the students attend all the sessions on all days.
Aspirin Use in Older People Highlights the Need for Improved Inclusion of Older People in Clinical Trials
Authors: Watanabe Jonathan H. , Zajac Dagmara
Published: May 2024

The articles in the June issue serve not only to inform senior care pharmacists on the importance of evidence-based approaches to reduce unnecessary aspirin use, but they also underscore the urgent need for the large and rapid increase in older adult representation in clinical trials and clinical research in general. A striking analysis performed in the United States that examined the trial populations used for Medicare coverage determinations found that while the average age of a Medicare enrollee was 70.8 years old (74.7 years old for older Medicare participants), the average age of the clinical trial population patients used in technology assessments for Medicare coverage determinations was 60.1 years. Hence, the US Medicare system, one of the largest national health care purchasers for older patients in the world, has relied on non-representative data to inform medical coverage decisions.
Implementation of a Pharmacist-Driven Aspirin Deprescribing Protocol Among Older Veterans in a Primary Care Setting
Authors: Varghese Christy Johny , Grunske Mike , Nagy Michael W.
Published: May 2024

Background Recent cardiovascular guideline updates recommend against the use of aspirin for primary prevention of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD) in older people. However, aspirin use remains common in this population. Objective To implement
and evaluate the benefit of a pharmacist-driven aspirin deprescribing protocol compared with primary care provider (PCP) education-only in a primary care setting. Methods This prospective, cohort project targeted deprescribing for patients prescribed aspirin for primary
prevention of ASCVD. Patients were included if they received primary care services at the Milwaukee Veterans Health Administration Medical Center (VHA) and were 70 years of age or older. Criteria for exclusion were aspirin obtained outside the VHA system, aspirin prescribed for a non-ASCVD-related
condition, and/or a history of ASCVD. Active deprescribing by pharmacists and PCP education took place in the intervention group with PCP education only in the standard-of-care group. The primary outcome was the proportion of patients who had aspirin deprescribed in each group. Secondary outcomes
included patient acceptability of the intervention and barriers to implementation. Results A total of 520 patients were prescribed aspirin in the intervention group versus 417 in the education-only group. Sixty-five patients met intervention criteria and were contacted
for aspirin deprescribing. The pharmacist-led active deprescribing group led to a higher rate of aspirin deprescriptions versus the education-only group (54% vs 18%; P = 0.0001) for patients who met criteria. Conclusion A pharmacist-led aspirin deprescribing protocol
within a primary care setting significantly decreased the number of aspirin prescriptions compared with PCP education only.
Impact of a School Trachoma Program Emphasizing Facial Cleanliness and Environmental Improvement in Amhara, Ethiopia
Authors: Ebert Caleb D. , Kerie Ayenachew , Kifle Melke , Nash Scott D. , Tadesse Zerihun , Fissha Abebe , Melak Berhanu , Bulcha Kassa , Haileleule Melak , Dagnew Awoke , Bazie Ewnetu , Adugna Mitiku , Callahan Elizabeth Kelly , Abebe Mulaw , Jensen Kimberly A. , Sata Eshetu
Published: May 2024

The SAFE (Surgery, Antibiotics, Facial cleanliness, Environmental improvement) strategy is the WHO’s endorsed approach for eliminating trachoma as a public health problem; however, not all components have been treated equally. Historically, the F and E components have not been prioritized owing to their perceived complexity. With school enrollment increasing in Ethiopia, development of a national school health program that is focused on the F and E components represents an opportunity to strengthen the SAFE strategy in the country. In 2016, the Trachoma Control Program in Amhara, Ethiopia, along with its partners, developed a School Trachoma Program (STP) that offers grade-specific lessons to improve sanitation and hygiene knowledge and practices among primary school–aged children. To assess its impact, schools were sampled before implementation and then up to 1 year after STP rollout. The aim of this report is to detail STP outcomes and the associations between outcomes and school-level variables. By 2018, adoption of an STP was strong within Amhara, with 85% of the 137 surveyed schools completing their quarterly reports and nearly 80% having at least one teacher trained in the STP. By the end of the third quarter, nearly all schools (86%) had access to a latrine, and 89% of students had a clean face. A schoolwide orientation was associated with increased STP lessons and activities (P = 0.01). Development of an STP, with buy-in from principals and teachers, represents a promising approach for the adoption of a new F- and E-specific curriculum and may help advance efforts to eliminate trachoma.
Ứng dụng phương pháp phả hệ phân tử để định danh mẫu nấm Cordyceps ninchukispora thu thập ở LangBiang, Đà Lạt, Lâm Đồng
Authors: Ngọc Phạm Thị Thúy , Huệ Thiều Hồng , Giang Nguyễn Văn , Thảo Nguyễn Thị Ngọc , Nguyên Trương Bình , Thúy Lê Huyền Ái , Thuận Lao Đức
Published: May 2024

Nhóm nghiên cứu của Trường Đại học Đà Lạt thuộc tỉnh Lâm Đồng, Việt Nam đã thu thập được mẫu nấm ký sinh từ dãy núi Lang Biang trong chuyến giám sát của nhóm, xác định hình thái ban đầu của loài này là Cordyceps ninchukispora có vật chủ là Beilschmiedia erythrophloia Hay. DNA đã được chiết tách bằng phương pháp Phenol/Chloroform (pH = 8), sau đó tiến hành thành PCR và giải trình tự của các vùng gen mục tiêu bao gồm ITS, nrSSU, nrLSU, Tef, Rpb1. Tạo cây phát sinh phân tử bằng việc sử dụng các phương pháp Neighbor joining, Maximum likelihood và Maximum parsimony nhằm xác định mối quan hệ giữa Cordyceps ninchukispora và các trình tự tham chiếu. Chúng tôi đã khuếch đại được các vùng gen mục tiêu, đồng thời tiến hành giải trình tự và đã xây dựng một bộ dữ liệu bao gồm 51, 51, 47, 35 và 51 trình tự của ITS, nrSSU, nrLSU, Tef, Rpb1. Các trình tự này đại diện cho nhiều chi thuộc các họ Ophiocordycipitaceae, Clavicipitaceae, Cordycipitaceae và 02 trình tự thuộc họ Glomerellaceae. Kết quả phân tích phát sinh phân tử đã xác định rằng mẫu nấm thu thập thuộc về chi Cordyceps và tạo thành đơn nhóm huyết thống (monophyletic group) với loài tham chiếu Cordyceps ninchukispora, với giá trị bootstrap được hỗ trợ cao. Tóm lại, đánh giá phát sinh loài dựa trên bộ dữ liệu đa gen đã hỗ trợ mạnh mẽ cho việc xác định mẫu thu thập được là Cordyceps ninchukispora.
NILAI MORAL TOKOH UTAMA PADA NOVEL SANG PEMANAH KARYA PAULO COELHO
Authors: Aulia Putri Fajar , Maemunah Siti
Published: May 2024

Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk menggambarkan cara di mana nilai-nilai moral disampaikan dalam novel Sang Pemanah yang ditulis oleh Paulo Coelho, mendeskripsikan jenis-jenis nilai moral dalam novel Sang Pemanah karya Paulo Coelho. Penelitian ini menggunakan studi sosiologi sastra dengan teori Burhan Nurgiyantoro. Penelitian ini merupakan kualitatif deskriptif. Data diambil novel Sang Pemanah karya Paulo Coelho terbitan tahun 2021 sebanyak 152 halaman dengan ketebalan buku 20 cm. Teknik pengumpulan melibatkan membaca dan mencatat. Teknik analisis data meliputi identifikasi, pencatatan, klasifikasi, dan penarikan kesimpulan. Berdasarkan hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa bentuk penyampaian nilai moral diketahui sebanyak 54 data, diantaranya bentuk penyampaian nilai moral secara langsung berjumlah 13 data, dan untuk bentuk penyampaian nilai moral secara tidak langsung terdapat berjumlah 41 data. Dari segi nilai moral terdapat 2 data yaitu hubungan antara manusia dengan dirinya sendiri dan hubungan antara manusia dengan orang lain dalam lingkungan sosial dan alam dengan 49 bentuk masing-masing nilai moral. Demikianlah 36 data tentang jenis-jenis nilai moral tentang hubungan masyarakat dengan dirinya. Terdapat 13 data jenis moral kaitannya dengan manusia dan orang lain di lingkungan masyarakat terutama alam. Kesimpulan yang didapat adalah terdapat 54 bentuk penyampaian nilai moral dan 49 jenis nilai moral dalam novel Sang Pemanah.AbstractThe purpose until closer learn is to elucidate as in characteristic till ways in which moral values are conveyed in the novel "Sang Pemanah" written by Paulo Coelho, to describe the types of moral values in the novel Sang Pemanah by Paulo Coelho. This research uses a literary sociology study with Burhan Nurgiyantoro's theory. This research is a type of qualitative research that is descriptive in nature. The data for this research was taken from the novel Sang Pemanah by Paulo Coelho, published in 2021, with 152 pages and a book thickness of 20 cm. Data collection method used involves in the form reading techniques or notation. Data review techniques include recording, noting, categorization, drawing conclusions. According to the established findings, the study demonstrates there are 54 forms of harmonization of moral values, including 13 forms of direct harmonization of moral values, and 41 data for indirect forms of harmonization of moral values. In terms of moral values, there are 2 data, namely the relationship between humans and themselves and the relationship between humans and other people in the social and natural environment with 49 forms of each moral value. These are 36 data about types of moral values regarding society's relationship with itself. There are 13 types of moral value data in relationships between humans and other people in the social and natural environment. The conclusion obtained is that there are 54 the forms of moral values and 49 types of moral values in the novel Sang Pemanah.
Városok alkonya (?) – Lassú haldoklás vagy esély a feltámadásra?
Authors: Kovács Tibor
Published: May 2024

A demográfiai változások (népességcsökkenés, elöregedő társadalom, etnikai átrendeződés) és ezek településekre és térségekre gyakorolt komplex, társadalmi-gazdasági-környezeti hatásai jelentős fejlődési/fejlesztési problémákat és kihívásokat jelentenek a fejlett és közepesen fejlett világ kiterjedt térségeiben, így Magyarországon és Európa egyes részein is. Tanulmányunkban általánosságban elemezzük a világ átalakuló demográfiai jellemzőit, górcső alá vesszük a népesedés szempontjából értelmezett pozitív és negatív locusokat. Röviden megvizsgáljuk, mik a térségi-települési zsugorodás fő okai (kiemelt figyelemmel a félperifériákra), és a végén néhány javaslatot teszünk arra, hogyan lehetne a tudomány megállapításait alkalmazni a zsugorodó városokban a gyakorlati településfejlesztés folyamataiban.
Teljesítményorientáltság az önkormányzatok döntéshozatalában
Authors: Dobó Marianna
Published: May 2024

A települési önkormányzatok hozzák azokat a döntéseket, amelyek a közszolgáltatásokat biztosítják, ezek mentén nyílik lehetőség a társadalmi haszon, a hatékonyság és a méltányosság valamilyen mértékű egyensúlyának létrehozatalára. A helyi társadalmak az egyénekhez hasonlóan viszonyítási (vonatkoztatási) csoportokban gondolkodnak, saját önkormányzatuk teljesítményét más települések önkormányzataihoz mérik, vagy az előző ciklus eredményeihez, érdekeikhez, vágyaikhoz, elvárásaikhoz, esetleg (kampány)ígéretekhez. A teljesítmény-központúság végigkíséri a mindennapokat éppúgy, mint a tervezési folyamatokat – normál időszakban és válságok idején is. Tanulmányom fókuszában a teljesítmény önkormányzati „meghatározása” több szabályozási struktúra mentén, a társadalmi haszon értelmezése, az azokhoz kapcsolódó döntéshozatali szemléletek, valamint a teljesítménykényszerek állnak.
Egy új turisztikai trend, a pozitív turizmus magyarországi lehetőségeinek vizsgálata
Authors: Tóth-Boros Nikolett , Domjánné Nyizsalovszki Rita
Published: May 2024

Napjaink felgyorsult életmódot folytató fogyasztói társadalmának kihívásai a turizmusra is hatással vannak, a Covid-19 járványhelyzet pedig tovább erősítette és differenciálta ezeket a kihívásokat. A válaszlehetőségek között szerepel az egészségturizmus is, amely jelentős bővülést mutatott az elmúlt két évtizedben. A turisztikai fogyasztók vonatkozásában a fizikai egészségmegőrzésen túl előtérbe került a mentális egészség megőrzése is, ezért a turisztikai termékfejlesztésben egyre hangsúlyosabbá válik a prevenció és a holisztikus látásmód. Ebben az összefüggésben a pszichológia is fontosabb szerepet kaphat a turisták vágyainak, elvárásainak felismerésében, az ezen alapuló termékfejlesztésben, valamint a turisztikai fogyasztás során a vendégek jóllétének megteremtésében. Egy új, egészségpszichológián alapuló látásmód kezdett körvonalazódni, amikor 2016-ban Csíkszentmihályi Mihály kollégáival bevezette a pozitív turizmus fogalmát. Tanulmányunkban áttekintjük az új irányzat előzményeit, létjogosultságát, magyarországi vonatkozásait, valamint kísérletet teszünk a fogalom bővítésére, árnyalására.
Válságkezelés jogi szabályozás útján: a jogalkotás lehetséges reflexiói
Authors: Román Róbert
Published: May 2024

A válságkezelésnek különböző módjai lehetnek, melyek közül az egyik a jogi úton történő, a folyamatokra előzetesen ható vagy utólagosan reflektáló megoldások biztosítása. A gazdasági jogi normák többrétűek, a kontinentális jogalkotás általában arra kényszerül, hogy a felmerült helyzetet utólagosan kezelje. Ez volt tapasztalható a korábbi pénzügyi válság és a koronavírus miatt fellépő eltérő helyzet miatt is. A válság most más típusú és természetű, így más módszerrel szükséges szabályozni is. Ebben a tekintetben az állam társadalomban betöltött szerepe nem közömbös, a szabályok megalkotásán keresztül áttekinthetőek a prioritások. A gazdaság jogi szabályozása többrétű, jelen esetben a gazdasági jognak a csődfelszámolás és végelszámolás kapcsán releváns szabályai kerülnek áttekintésre.
The Relationship between School Managers' Authentic Leadership Behaviors and Teachers' Emotional Labor Behaviors
Authors: Köse Mehmet Akif , Töre Esra
Published: May 2024

This study examines the relationship between authentic leadership behaviors of school administrators and emotional labor behaviors of teachers. A total of 426 teachers working in Istanbul participated in the study. In this quantitative study using relational survey model, Demographic Information Form, Authentic Leadership Scale and Emotional Labor Scale were used in the data collection process. As a result of the study, it was found that teachers' emotional labor behaviors and deep acting sub-dimension did not differ significantly according to gender. However, they differed in the sub-dimensions of surface acting and genuine emotions. While there were significant differences in general emotional labor level and genuine emotions sub-dimension according to age variable, there were no significant differences in surface acting and deep acting sub-dimensions. It was observed that teachers who chose the teaching profession voluntarily had a higher level of genuine emotions than those who chose the teaching profession with the influence of family and environment. A positive relationship was found between self-awareness, balanced processing and an internalized moral perspective, sub-dimensions of authentic leadership, and emotional labor behaviors. No significant relationship was found between relational transparency and emotional labor behaviors.
ΟΙ ΧΑΡΑΚΤΗΡΕΣ ΤΗΣ ΠΕΖΟΓΡΑΦΙΑΣ ΤΟΥ ΑΝΤΡΕΑ ΦΡΑΓΚΙΑ
Authors:   Univerztitet u Nišu, Filozofski fakultet, Kostić Pahnoglu Tamara
Published: May 2024

Το βιβλίο που είναι μπροστά μας έχει ως στόχο την εξέταση των λογοτεχνικών προσώπων που εμφανίζονται στα τέσσερα μυθιστορήματα του σπουδαίου Έλληνα συγγραφέα Aντρέα Φραγκιά. Αποτελείται από έξι κεφάλαια και Συμπεράσματα. Στο πρώτο κεφάλαιο Αντρέας Φραγκιάς – ζωή και έργο αναφέρονται στοιχεία για τη ζωή του Φραγκιά και μια σύντομη περίληψη και των τεσσάρων μυθιστορημάτων του που αναλύονται στην εργασία. Στο δεύτερο κεφάλαιο Ο λογοτεχνικός χαρακτήρας δίνονται πρώτα οι ορισμοί του χαρακτήρα, μετά η κατηγοριοποίηση και οι τυπολογίες των χαρακτήρων, όπως και οι μέθοδοι χαρακτηρισμού. Κατόπιν εξετάζεται η μέθοδος μελέτης και σχολιασμού των προσώπων της Shlomith Rimmon-Kenan και απολογείται η επιλογή αυτής της μεθόδου για την παρούσα μελέτη. Στα επόμενα τέσσερα κεφάλαια με τίτλους Αξιοπρεπείς φτωχοί στο άνθρωποι και σπίτια, Αισιόδοξοι ταλαιπωρημένοι στην Καγκελόπορτα, Φυλακισμένοι ελεύθεροι και ελεύθεροι φυλακισμένοι στο Λοιμό, Ο αποξενωμένος κόσμος του Πλήθους αναλύονται οι χαρακτήρες των τεσσάρων μυθιστορημάτων. Η μέθοδος σχολιασμού της Rimmon-Kenan εφαρμόζεται στους περισσότερους χαρακτήρες κάθε έργου, διότι μερικά πρόσωπα λόγω της ελάχιστης παρουσίας τους στο βιβλίο, κρίθηκε σκόπιμο να μην παρουσιαστούν. Στα Συμπεράσματα εκθέτω συνοπτικά τα πορίσματα της μελέτης όλων των μυθιστορημάτων. Τέλος, στη Βιβλιογραφία αναφέρονται με αλφαβητική σειρά αποκλειστικά τα βιβλία που χρησιμοποιήθηκαν στην εκπόνηση της εργασίας και αναφέρονται στις υποσημειώσεις.
The impact of religious affiliation and level of education on aggressive driving
Authors: LOSÎI Elena , HAIDU Felicia Aurica
Published: May 2024

The prevalence of aggressive behavior in traffic represents a pressing issue in contemporary society. In recent times, there has been a notable surge in aggressive conduct among drivers, ranging from excessive honking to involvement in road accidents. The statistical data regarding accident rates in Romania and the Republic of Moldova underscore the necessity of investigating the underlying causes of this behavioral deviation among drivers and devising strategies for prevention or intervention to mitigate this maladaptive behavior. This article presents the findings of an experimental study examining two variables that may influence the occurrence and expression of aggressive behavior among drivers in traffic: religious affiliation and level of driver education. The experimental hypothesis tested is as follows: We posit that statistically significant differences exist in the level of aggressive behavior exhibited in traffic—such as aggressive driving, dangerous driving, and risky driving—depending on the drivers’ level of education and their religious affiliation.
Efficiency of psychosocial intervention program in international student adaptation
Authors: RUSNAC Svetlana , KHORY Johnny
Published: May 2024

The study examines the effects of a special psychosocial intervention program on the adaptation of international students to a new university and sociocultural environment. The program was designed considering the resources and challenges of adaptation, focusing on the specific needs of these students. Using surveys and comparative analyses, the research assessed the program’s impact on social contact distances and the quality of psychosocial adaptation. The results indicate a significant reduction in social contact distances and an improvement in adaptation at the macro-, meso-, and micro-social levels. Compared to other university adaptation programs, the specialized intervention proved effective in facilitating the integration of international students, providing a supportive environment for personal development. The conclusions underscore the importance of group psychosocial intervention programs in promoting the adaptation and integration of international students into new academic and social environments.
Factores de riesgo en el desarrollo de lenguaje con el uso excesivo de pantallas
Authors: Mendizabal Sandoval Jennifer del Rosario
Published: May 2024

PROBLEMA: ¿El uso excesivo de pantallas en la primera infancia provoca problemas en el desarrollo del lenguaje? OBJETIVO: determinar las consecuencias en el desarrollo del lenguaje en etapas infantiles por el uso excesivo de pantallas. MÉTODO: se llevó a cabo un estudio de casos en 16 profesionales que rehabilitan lenguaje, utilizando una encuesta exploratoria y estructurada para evaluar las consecuencias sobre la sobreexposición en pantallas a niños que se encuentran en desarrollo. Se recopilaron datos sobre su experiencia en consulta y como la sobreexposición ha afectado los componentes del lenguaje, afectando de la misma manera otras habilidades. RESULTADOS: en las características de los pacientes señala que el 48% de la población evaluada presenta retrasos de lenguaje de 2 a 4 años, el 40% de ellos está expuesto a pantallas de 3 a 4 horas o más. El 56.3% prefiere jugar con pantallas que recibir la consulta lúdica de rehabilitación, así mismo el 100% de las rehabilitadoras está de acuerdo que la sobre exposición puede producir en los niños problemas en la atención, concentración y sueño. CONCLUSIÓN: el impacto que la sobreexposición provoca en los niños de temprana edad es un atraso lingüístico en componentes del lenguaje, tanto expresivo como comprensivo. Se debe de buscar el aprovechamiento de diversas actividades lúdicas, al aire libre entre otras para el correcto desarrollo del lenguaje.
Rudimentary Overview: Dehydration (Loss of Body Water) Recognition and Management
Authors: Srivastav Yash , Hameed Abdul , Srivastav Aditya
Published: May 2024

Dehydration occurs when the body loses more water than it gains, mostly from the intracellular volume (ICV). Low-intake dehydration is the consequence of consuming insufficient amounts of pure water, which increases the osmolality of both compartments and resulting in the loss of intracellular and extracellular fluid. Clinically, volume depletion affects the interstitial compartment and is brought on by excessive losses of fluid and salt, especially sodium and occasionally other elements. The main cause of the fluid loss is a decrease in extracellular volume (ECV); the serum osmolality will either be low or normal. From a physiological standpoint, it makes sense that many clinicians refer to any loss of total body water as dehydration in their routine clinical practice. Most people who have mild to moderate dehydration as a result of vomiting, diarrhoea, or fever can recover by drinking more liquids, such water. Full-strength fruit juice and soft drinks might make diarrhoea worse. If you work outside or exercise in hot or muggy weather, your best bet is cool water. The best way to treat dehydration is to replenish the body with enough of fluids, such as water, diluted squash, or diluted fruit juice. A salty snack can help you replace lost salt, while a sweet drink can help you replace lost sugar. We go over the causes, prevalence, accessible therapies, and present state of dehydration in this review study.