bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Design and Investigation of RGB-type LED Visible Light Communication System
Authors:   Swinburne University of Technology Sarawak Campus, Hong Tai Jonathan Sia , Chiak Kho Melvin Chun ,   Swinburne University of Technology Sarawak Campus, Hii King Ung ,   Swinburne University of Technology Sarawak Campus, Yong Lisa ,   Swinburne University of Technology Sarawak Campus
Published: November 2023

This paper examines the feasibility of a Red Green Blue (RGB)-type Light Emitting Diode (LED) Visible Light Communication (VLC) system based on wavelength division multiplexing (WDM). Each color in the RGB-LED is individually modulated to increase the data rate by three times as compared to the single channel modulation approach used in conventional VLC system. Color filters are employed to detect separately the RGB signals at the receiver side. The proposed system utilized a reflector to improve the performance and the system is lens-free. In this work, an approach of approximated WDM testing is adopted due to the incapability of multiplexing by the microcontroller at higher data rate. The proposed system is demonstrated to transmit and receive data at a maximum distance of 1.4m, with total data transmission speed of 345.6 kbps using standard WDM, while a total speed of 1.5 Mbps up to maximum distance of 1.2m and 3 Mbps up to maximum distance of 0.7m is achieved by the approach of approximated WDM testing.
Study of Tensile Properties for Aluminum 6061 Reinforced With AISI 1060 Steel Machining Chips
Authors:   Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia, Samiran N.A. , Mohamad Rus M.A. ,   Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia, Mat Hassan N.N. ,   Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia, Ishak M.Z. ,   Faculty Els Energy and Lab Solutions Sdn Bhd, Ishak I.A. ,   Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia
Published: November 2023

The present study focuses on the tensile properties of Aluminum 6061 reinforced with AISI1060 Steel machining chips. Three different types of samples of aluminium 6061 reinforced with AISI 1060 steel machining chips were prepared using stir casting. The tensile test was conducted using universal test machine (UTM) for fabricated composites to study the tensile properties of aluminium 6061 reinforced with steel machining chips AISI 1060.The samples were prepared with different composition of AISI 1060 steel machining chip of 5%, 10% and 15% according to the weight fraction of parameter variable. Two casting processes were applied in this project namely stir casting and sand casting process. The stir casting was used to mix the two different metals to become acomposite at temperature between 750°Cto 800°Cin a furnace while sand casting was used to fabricate the samples into ASTM-E8M standard for tensile testing. The results showed that the samples with higher reinforcement percentages of steel machining (15%) showed higher tensile stress and higher modulus value characteristic compared to other samples. The experiment proved that the reinforcement material has good mechanical properties compared to the pure material.
Non-oscillatory Spatial Solutions Criterion for Convection-Diffusion Problem
Authors:   Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia, Abdullah Aslam
Published: November 2023

The fact that the convection-diffusion problems are essential in nature is supported by the presence of such problems in vast number of applications in both science as well as engineering. Some of these applications involve the computational domain’s grid structure issues in the numerical experiment of fluid dynamics. The paper highlights the important role of convection-diffusion flow parameters in the construction of the grid structure. We propose the a priori criterion formulation to avoid non-oscillatory solutions which isbased on both Peclet and grid numbers, and serves as a systematic approach in setting grid related parameters of interest. Aiming at a more efficient process in choosing grid structure for computational domain, the criterion functions as a standard whichalso eliminates heuristic process in the scalar concentration prediction. The test cases’ calculated results verify the consistency of the criterion.
Factors of the Use of AI Technology Influencing Community Security in UAE
Authors:   Ministry of Interior, United Arab Emirates, Almakki Alhajeri Amna Ali Abdulla Mohammed , Mohd Safian Edie Ezwan ,   Faculty of Technology Management and Business,  Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia, Malaysia
Published: November 2023

This paper presents a study on addressing 27 factors of the use of AI technology influencing community security in UAE. The factors are categorised in five groups namely AI Ethics; Compatibility; Complexity; Management support; and Staff Capability. This study used a questionnaire survey with the Abu Dhabi Police department as a case study for community security. The survey managed to 138 valid responses and analysed descriptively. In deciding the level of influence. It was found that 16 of the factors are having very high influence while the others are having high influence. In ranking analysis, it was found that the highest rank of AI technology's factors influence community security in each group is for compatibility (COMPA5), which underscores the harmony between an individual's skills and the employed AI technologies; complexity (COMPLEX2), highlighting the efficiency of AI-driven systems, particularly in rapid knowledge acquisition through online conferencing; management support (MS4), spotlighting the proactive endorsement and direction from organizational management in AI security technology implementation; ethics of AI (ETH3), accentuating the individual's commitment to ethical considerations while employing AI security technologies; and staff capability (SC2), which reflects the individual's proficiency and competence in effectively harnessing AI technologies for enhanced community security measures. Collectively, these factors shed light on the multifaceted ways AI technologies impact and shape the realm of UAE community security.
Evaluating the Mediating Effect of Employee Training on the Link between Employee Empowerment and Organizational Performance
Authors:   Faculty of Technology Management and Business,  UniversitiTun Hussein Onn Malaysia, Parit Raja, Batu Pahat, Johor, Malaysia, Al Mansoori Mohamed Abdulla , Nur Aizat Ahmad ,   Federal National Council, United Arab Emirates
Published: November 2023

Assessing employee training as a mediator on the relationship between employees' empowerment and organizational performance offering insights for effective training interventions to further enhance employee empowerment and overall organizational success. Hence, this paper discusses a study on assessing a mediation effect of employee training which act as mediator to the relationship between the employee empowerment constructs with organisational performance construct. Data used to develop this mediation model was from 115 employees of UAE Federal National Council Organization. The model was developed and assessed in SmartPLS software using the concept of PLS-SEM technique of model development. The model was assessed in three processes which are the PLS Algorithm; Blindfolding and Bootstrapping. The results of mediating modelling assessments found that there is no evidence of mediation effect of Employee Training on the relationships of Meaning and Organization Performance and also, between Competence and Organization Performance. However, there is a partial mediation effect of Employee Training on the relationship between Impact and Organization Performance, indicating that Employee Training partially mediates the relationship between Impact and Organization Performance. Additionally, Employee Training fully mediating the relationship between Self-determination and Organization Performance. The table provides insights into the complex relationships within the model, clarifying the role of mediation in explaining the associations between variables. The findings from this study contributes knowledge on the mediation model of employees’ empowerment on organisational performance.
Planting Design Expression on Students Perceiving Campus Landscape Quality
Authors:   Department of Built Environment & Technology, College of Built Environment,  Universiti Teknologi MARA, Seri Iskandar Campus, 32610, Malaysia, Akhir Norizan Mt , Amir Atikah Fukaihah ,   Department of Built Environment & Technology, College of Built Environment,  Universiti Teknologi MARA, Seri Iskandar Campus, 32610, Malaysia, Abdullah Lizawati ,   Department of Built Environment & Technology, College of Built Environment,  Universiti Teknologi MARA, Seri Iskandar Campus, 32610, Malaysia, Halim Deddy Kurniawan ,   Department of MICE,   Politeknik Internasional Bali (PIB), Tabanan-Bali 82121, Indonesia
Published: November 2023

Planting design plays a vital role in evaluating and enhancing landscapes by deliberately arranging and selecting plants within a given area. It encompasses various elements, including plant types, arrangement, density, colour, texture, and composition, all contributing to the visual appeal and aesthetics of green spaces, creating harmonious and visually pleasing environments. Beyond environmental sustainability, planting design also holds significance in promoting aesthetical value for certain spaces. This study focuses on exploring how different planting design approaches impact the students’ expression when perceiving quality of campus green spaces. The objectives are to identify preferences for planting design scenes and investigate the influencing criteria. A Likert-scale questionnaire utilizing 51 planting images from Universiti Putra Malaysia is employed to collect data. The gathered preferences are analysed using IBM SPSS Statistics 23 to determine significant criteria and expression on preferences. The findings emphasize students' preferences for coherent and balance plant arrangements, naturalness with moderate density and maintenance. The implications of this study will aid campus designers in developing future landscape designs that incorporate preferred planting design characteristics.
Developing A Multi-Linear Regression Model of Knowledge Management Factors Influencing Collaborative Projects in the Aviation Industry
Authors:   Faculty of Technology Management and Business,  University Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia, 86400, Malaysia, Alaffad Alhamodi Ali Mohamed Khamis Mohamed , Masrom Asrul Nasid ,   Faculty of Technology Management and Business,  University Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia, 86400, Malaysia
Published: November 2023

Effective knowledge management is emphasized as crucial in drafting strategic plans and initiating collaborative projects in the UAE aviation industry. The low awareness of knowledge management in the industry underscores the need to integrate it into collaborative projects for improved management operations and long-term growth in the global aviation market amid fierce competition and evolving technology trends. Hence, this study was carried out to formulate a multi linear regression model of knowledge management factors affecting the collaborative project for UAE aviation industry. A questionnaire survey was conducted among the respondents who associated with the aviation industry in UAE. A total of 373 sets of data was used to formulate the equation using SPSS software. It was found that the generated model has a strong correlation coefficient of 0.898 between the predictors and dependent variable. Also, strong coefficient of determination of 0,806 which indicates how well the selected independent variables collectively account for the variation in the dependent variables/predicators. This equation model can be applied to collaborative project in UAE aviation industry. This research contributes to the body of knowledge and to the aviation society.
Artificial Intelligence Adoption in Predictive Policing to Predict Crime Mitigation Performance
Authors:   Institute of Technology Management and Entrepreneurship,  Universiti Teknikal Malaysia Melaka, Malaysia, Al Shamsi Hind Rashed Saleh , Safei Su'aidi ,   Abu Dhabi Police GHQ, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Published: November 2023

The global adoption of AI-powered predictive policing, utilizing big data, is becoming a prevalent strategy for crime control and law enforcement enhancement. Recognizing its potential, Abu Dhabi Police places emphasis on officer training and collaborative efforts for crime prevention. As the integration of predictive policing continues within Abu Dhabi Police, the importance of exploring the value of training and collaborative learning becomes even more crucial (Abu Dhabi Police GHQ, 2020). This study's objective is to uncover the intricate relationship between crime mitigation performance and key factors, encompassing Predictive Policing Adoption, Specialised Technology Training, Innovative Officer Performance, and Collaborative Learning. Questionnaire survey was used to collect data from participants who are employees of the Abu Dhabi Crime Scene Department. A total of 316 valid responses were used in the development of multi-linear regression model to predict crime mitigation performance. By utilizing the developed multi-linear regression model, stakeholders can forecast Crime Mitigation Performance (CMP) by substituting the values of Predictive Policing Adoption (PPA), Specialised Technology Training (STT), Innovative Officer Performance (IOP), and Collaborative Learning (CL) into the formula. This predictive tool offers the Abu Dhabi Crime Scene Department a valuable resource to proactively assess and plan for crime mitigation outcomes, enhancing their strategic decision-making capabilities and fostering a more effective approach to law enforcement operations
Assessing the Energy Performance of Public University in Malaysia by using Energy Conservation Measure (ECM): A Case Study of UiTM Tapah, Malaysia
Authors:   Programme of Building Surveying, Department of Built Environment Studies and Technology,  College of Built Environment, Universiti Teknologi MARA, 32610, Perak Branch, Perak, Malaysia, Ahmad Nur Azfahani , Dzulkefli Muhammad Hilmi ,   GFM Services Berhad, Jalan Bandar Melawati, Taman Melawati, 53100 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Abdul Rahim Fiza ,   Razak Faculty of Technology and Informatics,   Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), Jalan Sultan Yahya Petra, Kuala Lumpur, 54100, Malaysia
Published: November 2023

The growth of energy consumption in Malaysian universities has elevated national concern because it increases government annual expenditure and at the same time influence the national energy performance. In managing the energy performance of universities, it is significant to monitor the energy usage whereby areas and facilities that have the potential for energy savings can be audited in order to obtain energy-efficiency. The objective of this research is to focus on the energy performance processes conducted by identify and evaluate a various of the Energy Conservation Measure (ECM) that may contribute towards energy efficiency in the public universities. ECM has been used to acquire achievable solutions and improvement of energy consumption during the energy audit. A related information on energy audit, like electrical and mechanical systems specifications have been compiled and the use of energy have been profiled. A potential finding method used was a comparative analysis between energy implementation process before and after audit. It has been found that the significant processes in an energy audit can help to save energy consumption by comparing the energy implementation process. It is done through an investigation of energy consumption behaviour in the ECM process for the electrical and mechanical systems, and buildings activities that have an impact on energy consumption which allow energy-efficiency in a building. A case study of UiTM in Tapah Campus, Malaysia has been selected for this research since this university is among new public university in Malaysia that has higher energy users. It has been found that with the aid of ECM, this university will be able to achieve 135 kWh/m2/year of Building Energy Index (BEI). Eight (8) improvement strategies in ECMs have been suggested that significantly achieve the energy performance efficiency, involving eight (8) strategies, which are four (4) No-Cost Measures, two (2) Medium-Cost Measures and two (2) High-Cost Measures.
Key Accessibilities Issues (KAIs) for People with Disabilities (PwDs) at Electric Train Service (ETS) Station
Authors:   Usaha Pammek Sdn Bhd, Lahat, Perak, 31500, Malaysia, Azmi Nur Ainaa , Mohd Isa Haryati ,   Universiti Teknologi MARA, Perak Branch, Seri Iskandar, Perak, 32600, Malaysia, Mohd Nor Othman ,   Universiti Teknologi MARA, Perak Branch, Seri Iskandar, Perak, 32600, Malaysia, P. Utama Wahyudi ,   Universiti Bung Hatta, Kota Padang, Sumatera Barat, 25586, Indonesia
Published: November 2023

The establishment of various acts and legislation for PwDs rights signify a strong ethical value and positive support from the government to ensure equal rights for all citizens. It also serves as guidelines for the professional to plan and design their projects. The Malaysian Standard (MS) 1184:2014 for instance contains six KAIs to be considered by the project team during the early planning stage to ensure continuous movement of the PwDs. On the contrary, many researchers reported that Malaysia is still lacking in considering and providing equal accessibility and facilities for this group. This paper aims to investigate whether the provision of KAIs for the PwDs provided at ETS station complies with the MS1184:2014. Three ETS stations in Perak were chosen for the case study. Document analysis of the MS1184:2014 was conducted to identify the KAIs dimensions to be provided for the PwDs at the stations. From the document analysis conducted, an observation checklist was developed to assess the availability and compliance of the KAIs dimensions with the MS1184:2014. The observation was recorded in a tabular method. From the tabulated information, the types and frequency of the availability and compliance of the facilities were determined. The research revealed that although majority of the sub-dimensions/facilities were available at the stations, they do not all comply with the MS. Some of the sub-dimensions/facilities do not function properly and cannot be used by PwDs. The physical barrier or incompliance facilities that were identified throughout the observations could be minimized to give the PwDs accessibility to use the ETS services. Besides, the ETS stations need to provide a more inclusive environment so that the PwDs can be independent and are capable to actively participate with the community. The research also suggested that when it comes to developing or creating better public transportation stations, customer feedback is crucial. The designer or the local authority should be more inventive in designing a barrier-free environment and infrastructure.
A Systematic Review of User Mental Models on Applications Sustainability
Authors:   Computing Sciences Studies, College of Computing, Informatic and Media,  UiTM Perak Branch, Tapah Campus, 35400 Tapah Road, Perak, Malaysia, Nasrudin Nur Hasni , Ahmad Samsiah ,   Computing Sciences Studies, College of Computing, Informatic and Media,  UiTM Perak Branch, Tapah Campus, 35400 Tapah Road, Perak, Malaysia, Ahmad Salleh Khairulliza ,   Computing Sciences Studies, College of Computing, Informatic and Media,  UiTM Perak Branch, Tapah Campus, 35400 Tapah Road, Perak, Malaysia, Azahari Lily Adina ,   System Analyst, Hospital Lam Wah Ee, Jalan Tan Sri Teh Ewe Lim, 11600 Georgetown, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
Published: November 2023

In Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), a user’s mental model affects application sustainability. This study's goal is to find and assess previous work in the area of user mental models and how it relates to the sustainability of application. Thus, a systematic review process was used to identify 641 initial articles, which were then screened based on inclusion and exclusion criteria. According to the review, it has been observed that the mental model of a user has an impact on the creation of applications not only within the domain of Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), but also in other domains such as Enterprise Innovation Ecology, Explainable Artificial Intelligence (XAI), Information Systems (IS), and various others. The examined articles discussed company managers' difficulties in prioritising innovation and ecology, and the necessity to understand users' mental models to build and evaluate intelligent systems. The reviewed articles mostly used experimental, questionnaire, observation, and interviews, by applying either qualitative, quantitative, or mixed-method methodologies. This study highlights the importance of user mental models in application sustainability, where developers may create apps that suit user demands, fit with cognitive psychology principles, and improve human-AI collaboration by understanding user mental models. This study also emphasises the importance of user mental models in the long-term viability and sustainability of applications, and provides significant insights for application developers and researchers in building more user-centric and sustainable applications.
Generating Water Quality Maps of Klang River Based on Geographic Information System (GIS) and Water Quality Index (WQI)
Authors:   Center of Applied Geomatics and Disaster Prevention (CAGeD),Faculty of Civil Engineering and Built Environment (FKAAB), Universiti Tun Hussein Onn, Batu Pahat, 86400, Parit Raja, Batu Pahat, Johor, Malaysia, Kamar Supardi Izyan Hakimah , Mohamad Abdullah Nazirah ,   Center of Applied Geomatics and Disaster Prevention (CAGeD),Faculty of Civil Engineering and Built Environment (FKAAB), Universiti Tun Hussein Onn, Batu Pahat, 86400, Parit Raja, Batu Pahat, Johor, Malaysia, Bin Ismail Badrul Hisham ,   Port Klang Authority, Jalan Pelabuhan Klang, Port Klang, 42005, Malaysia, Tugi Astina ,   Center of Applied Geomatics and Disaster Prevention (CAGeD),Faculty of Civil Engineering and Built Environment (FKAAB), Universiti Tun Hussein Onn, Batu Pahat, 86400, Parit Raja, Batu Pahat, Johor, Malaysia, D. Opaluwa Yusuf ,   Dept of Surveying and Geoinformatics, School of Environmental Technology,  Federal University of Technology Minna, P. M. B. 65, Minna, Niger State, Nigeria
Published: November 2023

Water quality index (WQI) and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) play a critical role in managing and modelling a variety of water resource issues, including urban drainage, point and non-point source pollution. Historically, the evaluation of water quality has been a domain reserved for experts, necessitating laborious and time-consuming in situ sampling and laboratory analysis. However, the integration of WQI and GIS has democratized this information, making it accessible to non-experts, thereby enhancing the comprehension of Klang River's water quality. The objective is to employ WQI and GIS to create comprehensive water quality maps. While WQI offers a straightforward numerical evaluation, the incorporation of graphical data provides a nuanced understanding of river pollution. Therefore, hourly WQI data observed at every week in 2 months from October to November 2021 over four stations (Kampung Medan, Kampung Lombong, Taman Pengkalan Batu and Jeti Sungai Udang) in Malaysia was acquired from the Selangor Maritime Gateway (SMG) website and the Malaysian National Water Quality Standard (NWQS). Adopting Inverse Distance Weighting (IDW) interpolation method, WQI parameters at unsampled locations were estimated based on values of nearby sampled points. Database was built to depict the water quality of the Klang River, particularly during the two-month monitoring. Mapping provides a clear indication of the river's water quality. The WQI mapping outcome fall between class II and class IV. The findings indicate varying water quality classes along the Klang River, revealing potential pollution sources in industrial and development areas. It was concluded from the study that the water pollution may be due to its proximity to industrial and development regions.
Bending Performance of Timber Beam Strengthened with Passive Prestressing
Authors:   Faculty of Civil Engineering and Built Environment,  Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia, 86400 Parit Raja, Batu Pahat, Johor, Malaysia, Yeoh David , Leng Violet ,   Structural Engineer, BG&E Consulting Engineers Pte. Ltd., 600 North Bridge Road, #10-01, Parkview Square, Singapore 188778, Singapore, Jamaluddin Norwati ,   Faculty of Civil Engineering and Built Environment,  Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia, 86400 Parit Raja, Batu Pahat, Johor, Malaysia, Heng Boon Koh ,   Faculty of Civil Engineering and Built Environment,  Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia, 86400 Parit Raja, Batu Pahat, Johor, Malaysia, Jamalaldin Seyed ,   Faculty of Civil Engineering and Built Environment,  Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia, 86400 Parit Raja, Batu Pahat, Johor, Malaysia, Tighnavard Ali ,   Faculty of Civil Engineering and Built Environment,  Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia, 86400 Parit Raja, Batu Pahat, Johor, Malaysia, Abd Ghafar Nor Hayati ,   Faculty of Civil Engineering and Built Environment,  Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia, 86400 Parit Raja, Batu Pahat, Johor, Malaysia
Published: November 2023

Prestressing technology and its application is common in concrete design and construction particularly in Malaysia and most parts of the world. However, prestress strengthening in timber is rare and not widely applied especially in Malaysia. Application of prestressing in timber has the potential to allow the use of longer span with reduced cross-sectional size and simultaneously exhibiting some level of ductility through the prestressing rod since timber material is susceptible to brittle tensile failure. This paper highlights exploratory research into the extent of bending performance enhancement in Malaysian Kempas species timber beam strengthened by way of passive prestressing. The research was conducted to investigate the change in bending strength and moment capacity of timber beam with passive prestressing rods installed at different lever arm positions, and the enhancement of moment capacity of timber beam with and without passive prestressing. Five Kempas timber specimen configurations with size of 40 mm (b) × 90 mm (d) × 900 mm (l) were prepared for four-point bending tests, and their bending behaviours were evaluated. The timber beam with passive prestressing steel rods applied at tension side bottom fibre of timber beam exhibited the greatest enhancement in bending performance and stiffness. The improvement of bending performance ranges from 1.1 to 1.5 times greater compared to the timber beam without prestressing steel rods. The improvement of stiffness in prestressed timber beam is up to 11% at service limit state and a reduced rate of stiffness degradation is prominent.
Cognitive and Affective Empathy as Relating to Binge-Drinking in Late Adolescence
Authors: Lester Brooke , Lamm Claus , Pronizius Ekaterina
Published: November 2023

Empathy–an ability to understand and share the feelings of others–has been indicatedas a potential motivator for binge drinking behaviors in adolescence. Our preregistered studyaimed to investigate the relationship between cognitive and affective empathy and alcoholconsumption among college students in the United States. Building on prior research, wepredicted a dissociation of cognitive and affective empathy related to alcohol consumption.Specifically, we hypothesized affective empathy to be positively associated with alcoholconsumption and cognitive empathy not demonstrating a significant relationship. To test these hypotheses, we conducted a survey with a convenience sample of US college students (N = 116, age range 18-23, 73.28 % women). The online survey comprised questions assessing their drinking behavior (categorized as non-binge drinking, binge drinking, and extreme bingedrinking), engagement in hazardous drinking behavior, and self-reported empathic traits.Contrary to our preregistered hypotheses, we found no significant relationship between affective empathy and engagement in binge drinking or hazardous drinking among late adolescents.Cognitive empathy, as predicted, was not related to the extremity of alcohol consumption.Additionally, we observed a striking pattern in our data: 20.69% of our sample indicated extreme binge drinking (EBD), significantly higher than the 12% of college students reported by the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism. While the relationship between drinking behavior and empathy may be more nuanced than expected, this disparity in EBD behavior emphasizes the importance of addressing the EBD prevalence within US college students' communities and taking proactive steps in promoting responsible alcohol consumption in late adolescence.
Quality of Life and Body Dissatisfaction in Cisgender Men Reporting Sexual Attraction Toward Men or Women.
Authors: Cahill Liam , Leunissen Joost M. , Marriott Michael Richard , Dunn Andrew K
Published: November 2023

Gay men report poorer body image than straight men, but no research has examined other dimensions of sexual identity (e.g., sexual attraction). Most research also focused on clinical outcomes of body dissatisfaction rather than subclinical influences on quality of life. We examined the association between sexual attraction (i.e., attraction to men or women), body dissatisfaction and quality of life in cisgender men. We hypothesised that 1) men attracted to men would report higher body dissatisfaction, 2) men attracted to men would report lower quality of life (i.e., psychological, physiological, social, and environmental), 3) body dissatisfaction would be negatively associated with quality of life, and finally 4) body dissatisfaction mediates the association between sexual attraction and quality of life. A cross-sectional study (86 men attracted to men and 87 men attracted to women) supported these hypotheses but showed that sexual attraction was only associated with psychological quality of life. While sexual attraction was only associated with psychological quality of life, there were indirect associations with all quality of life domains acting through body dissatisfaction. Our findings emphasise that men attracted to men are at greater risk of poor body image and that body dissatisfaction is a pervasive health problem, negatively influencing subclinical health and well-being in cisgender men. We also highlight how body dissatisfaction may be one psychological process negatively influencing the psychological quality of life in men attracted to men. More resources should be directed toward preventing body dissatisfaction, particularly in sexual minoritised men.
Pengaruh Game Online dan Pola Asuh Orang Tua terhadap Hasil Belajar PAI Peserta Didik
Authors: Novianti Novianti , Masdin Masdin , Patih Tandri
Published: November 2023

Banyak siswa SMAN 07 Bombana yang suka bermain game online dan merasa kesulitan untuk belajar, sehingga dikhawatirkan akan berdampak pada prestasi akademik mereka. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui dan menganalisis dampak pola asuh orang tua dan game online terhadap hasil belajar PAI siswa SMAN 07 Bombana. Penelitian kuantitatif korelasional adalah metode yang digunakan. Temuan menunjukkan bahwa: 1) Penggunaan game online siswa berada pada kategori sedang dengan persentase 68%; 2) Pola asuh orang tua memiliki persentase tertinggi yaitu 89%; 80 siswa memiliki pola asuh demokratis; 3) Hasil belajar PAI siswa memiliki rata-rata 75,84; 50 siswa atau 56% masuk dalam kategori tuntas; dan 4) Tidak terdapat hubungan antara penggunaan game online dan pola asuh orang tua dengan hasil belajar PAI siswa. Faktor game online dan pola asuh orang tua tidak mengubah hasil belajar PAI siswa SMAN 07 Bombana, sesuai dengan nilai signifikan variabel sebesar 0,177 > 0,05. Variabel X terhadap Y memiliki kontribusi sebesar 5,54%, sesuai dengan koefisien determinasi, sedangkan sisanya sebesar 94,46% dipengaruhi oleh variabel lain.
Pengaruh Pembelajaran Akidah Akhlak terhadap Perilaku Siswa di MTs Labibia Kota Kendari
Authors: Aprilia Dina , Herman Herman , Halistin Halistin
Published: November 2023

The background of this research is the teaching of aqidah morals which is not yet appropriate in the formation of student behavior at MTs Labibia, Kendari City. This research aims to find out: 1) Aqidah Akhlak learning at MTs Labibia, Kendari City. 2) Knowing the behavior of students at MTs Labibia, Kendari City. 3) Knowing the effect of learning aqidah morals on student behavior at MTs Labibia, Kendari City. This research is a quantitative research using survey method. The sampling technique in this study was saturated sampling, the number of samples used was 83 students. Data collection techniques in this study used questionnaires and observation. The data analysis technique used is descriptive and inferential analysis. From the results of the study showed 1) learning aqidah morals at MTs Labibia has an average of 73 with a minus category percentage of 34%. 2) student behavior at MTs Labibia has an average of 127 with an enough category of 42%. 3) there is an effect of learning aqidah morals on student behavior at MTs Labibia with a significant value of 0.00 <0.05 with a contribution of 11.1%, so it can be concluded that variable X affects variable Y.
Cultural analysis of the relationship between tradition and innova
Authors:   Korkyt Ata Kyzylorda University, Abikenov Zh.O.
Published: November 2023

This article analyzes the problems of the relationship between tradition and innovation in cultural and philosophical terms. The relationship between tradition and innovation has been the subject of cultural and philosophical discussions for centuries. One way to understand the relationship between tradition and innovation is to consider them as opposing forces. According to this view, tradition refers to the values, beliefs and practices passed down from generation to generation, while innovation refers to the pursuit of progress, change and innovation. Proponents of this view believe that tradition can stifle progress and creation, and innovation can lead to the loss of cultural heritage. In the article, the study of tradition and innovation in culture was carried out through various methods. A historical analysis was carried out. This method made it possible to study the history of philosophical thought in order to understand the tradition and development of certain schools or ideas. A review of existing works on the subject was made to gain a deeper understanding of tradition and innovations in culture and to identify gaps in current knowledge. To determine how cultural factors influence innovation, cultural traditions and practices in society were compared.
The fate of science and education in the era of globalization (socio-philosophical aspect of the problem)
Authors:   Karaganda University named after E.A. Buketov, Karipbaev B.I.
Published: November 2023

This article attempts to comprehend in a socio-philosophical way the nature and status of science and education in the context of globalization processes taking place in the world. It is obvious that science and education, which are at the forefront of the formation of personality, society, and the state, are influenced by these serious processes. In this regard, the problem of ideological understanding of these institutions is actualized in order to determine the main directions of the development of science and education. The proposed article uses the concept of postnonclassical science, which appeals to the necessity and priority of interdisciplinary foundations of such research. The target program implemented in Kazakhstan today, the strategy “New Kazakhstan” requires strengthening the factors of science and education in this state and public construction. In the article, the author defines his research position through the analysis of the current state of the problem and the definition of the contours of the formation of a new paradigm of science and education. Recently, the role of science as a service component of the state and society has become increasingly obvious. Some state programs, for example, “Modernization of Public Consciousness” provided a comfortable existence for science and determined the place and importance of science as an interpreter and ideological justification of state policy. The author's position is connected with the understanding of the necessity and importance of reforms in education and science at all levels. The reforms should ensure academic freedom in education, a providentialist format for the existence of science.
Religious identity in the paradigm of modern culture
Authors:   Karaganda University named after E.A. Buketov, Mukanova A.K. , Karipbayev B.I. ,   Karaganda University named after E.A. Buketov, Toleuova M.O. ,   Karaganda Technical University
Published: November 2023

The article analyzes the nature and essence of religious identity in modern culture. Since modern culture tends more and more towards individualization and the development of personal lifestyle options, the format of the social existence of religious ideas is also changing. The authors define the specificity of religious identity in the paradigm of modern culture through the transition from the ways of defining the subjects of social relations in traditional society to modern. It is demonstrated that in traditional societies the method of external prescription of static roles that set the limits of the freedoms and opportunities of the individual prevailed, while in modern societies the form of self-determination dominates, when the individual independently and arbitrarily builds his identity from the resources provided to him by culture. Thus, thanks to the philosophical analysis of sociological data, the substantive interpretation of religious identity within the framework of traditional culture and its constructivist (narrative) rethinking within the framework of modern culture are substantiated. In modern society, religion becomes a matter of personal choice, along with the choice of clothing style, cultural activities, reading circle, music playlist, etc. Ultimately, there is an inversion of cause and effect. In a traditional society, the religious worldview was the center of the subject's identity and largely determined its values and characteristics; in modern society, religious identity is shifting to the periphery of the field of free autonomous action of the subject, driven by the mechanisms of intrinsic value and selfjustification of the European humanism of the New Time.
Symbolic Concepts of Culture and the Problem of Language of Cinema
Authors:   Al-Farabi Kazakh National University, Tasbolatuly A. , Hejazi S. ,   Roma Tre University, Ismagambetova Z.N. ,   Al-Farabi Kazakh National University
Published: November 2023

One of the urgent tasks in culturological science is the study of the problem of the language of cinema in the context of culture. An important role in the formation of the language of cinema was played by theoretical and methodological symbolic studies of culture. In this regard, in this article, the authors consider the main provisions and tasks of the symbolic study of culture, the formation of symbolism in the construction of the language of literature, poetry, in general, their role in the formation of a symbolic understanding of cultural phenomena in human life. The authors of this article analyze the influence of symbolic studies of culture on the formation of the language of cinema. The main objectives of the article are to determine the theoretical contribution of symbolic studies in the study of culture, to show their influence on the formation of the language of cinema. To this end, the authors analyzed the main works of scientists involved in the study of culture from the standpoint of a symbolic approach. The novelty of the study lies in determining the role of symbolic studies of culture in shaping the language of cinema. Determining the contribution of symbolic concepts to the study of culture, the authors of the article emphasize the influence of these studies on the formation of the language of cinema, but at the same time, the construction of a symbolic language.
The state of religious consciousness on the information platform (on the example of the Internet)
Authors:   L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University, Khafiz G. , Aubakirova S.S. ,   Toraighyrov University, Iskakova Z.S. ,   Toraighyrov University
Published: November 2023

The article presents religious consciousness in the information society through the prism of the Internet. The Internet is considered as a means of transforming the forms of expression of religiosity, contributing to the increase of religious literacy of the population. On the example of the analysis of various online services, websites and applications. According to many authors, representatives of religious denominations, especially Islam, are undergoing changes regarding some information elements in the Internet environment. Transformations that lead to an increase in the directions and branches of traditional religions that appear and are often discussed on the Internet can be both ideological and discursive in nature. If we talk about the content analysis of religious pages of social networks, in general, the main thematic areas are various aspects of culture (stories about historical figures, reviews of books and films, educational and expert materials about art, culture, contemporary phenomena and trends), as well as family life and moral issues, charity, etc. There are enough such examples, and all of them say that religious denominations widely represented on the Internet use the possibilities of the Internet in their rituals more and more. As a result of this interaction, the Internet and religion, both the influence of religion on the Internet and the influence of the Internet on religion are observed. Although the Internet has existed for a long time, its widespread use began just over a decade ago, and in such a conservative environment as religion, this happened quite recently. Internet sources of information about Islam, questions about the goals, objectives and functions of these resources fall under the study. In this regard, this question is very relevant today
Exploring memorable travel experiences in urban tourism: Insights from five vibrant cities
Authors: Bingöl Serhat
Published: November 2023

Being a traveler’s city is about understanding travelers’ behavior and experiences. This makes it easier to know who is going to visit a city and why. In this context, this study explores the attractions that transform travelers’ experiences into memorable travel experiences in urban tourism destinations. However, the research’s contributions are mainly for cities aiming to become urban tourism destinations. The study was conducted with urban tourism, urban travelers, and memorable travel experience concepts. Interviews were conducted with 79 travelers in two European cities (Prague and Berlin), two Asian cities, (Kyoto and Busan), and a bridge city between Asia and Europe (Istanbul). Hence, the main attractions were determined. As a result, architecture, cultural heritage, art, pedestrian orientation, trust in locals, flavor varieties, transportation, nightlife, events, ethnic districts, low-cost opportunities, shopping markets, lively/vibrant atmosphere, and freer districts emerged as attractions that transform travelers’ experiences into memorable travel experiences. These attractions also may transform urban experiences into memorable travel experiences for all visitor groups.
An Analysis on the Success Factors of Implementation System of Knowledge Sharing Program (KSP)
Authors:   Korea Association of International Development and Cooperation, Kim Seo Young
Published: November 2023

Purpose: This study provides policy implications for improving the implementation system of the Knowledge Sharing Program by analyzing its success factors.
Originality: Little has been known about the essential elements for designing an effective knowledge sharing program. This study identified and analyzed the success factors of the KSP based on the perceptions of the project managers and officers from implementing agency of the program who possess tacit knowledge concerning the planning and operation of such a program.
Methodology: A model was derived, consisting of 4 actors, 13 categories, and 55 success factors based on the preliminary interviews. A survey was conducted to investigate the success criteria of the KSP, significance of each success factor, and exemplary cases of both success and underperformance, and their consistency was assessed.
Result: While no consensus on the criteria for success was found among KSP experts, the need to define the program’s accountability ceiling was evident. Several success factors were consistently found crucial; the interest and will of high-level officials in partner country, the selection of appropriate projects, and the selection of competent researchers. This means that what determine the performance of knowledge sharing are creating knowledge that meets the development needs of partner countries and delivering it in a way that can be applied by partner countries.
Conclusion and Implication: The factors determined in the planning stage are significant for success of the program.
Implementing agencies should ensure stable foundation for conducting KSP, so that they can mobilize sufficient resources in project planning. The internal evaluation of KSP should be process-oriented, focusing on observable outputs and short-term outcomes as well as on improvement of quality of knowledge sharing activities.
Cultural Revitalization of Vacant Urban Spaces: Focused on Le Centquatre in Paris and Kulturbrauerei in Berlin
Authors:   The Korean Society of Culture and Convergence, Lee Minyoung , Jang Hyewon
Published: November 2023

Vacant urban spaces refer to the abandoned areas resulting from the technological and scientific advancements during the industrial revolution, coupled with urban population concentration. These former secondary industrial facilities lost their original purpose and function as spaces, becoming neglected and left unused. The objective of this study is to identify the current status and vulnerabilities of cultural regeneration in domestic vacant urban spaces and suggests improvement measures. By examining case studies of Le Centquatre and Kulturbrauerei . As a result, the researchers derive various approaches and new directions to enhance the qualitative aspects of cultural regeneration for vacant urban spaces : Firstly, research should focus on developing diverse programs and systems that bridge the gap between practical experience and theoretical knowledge. Secondly, providing spaces that foster aesthetic and fundamental cultural education for children and adolescents, rather than merely instructive art training, is crucial. Thirdly, there is a need to propose and support collaborative programs for artist discovery and development. Fourthly, it is necessary to be aware of the importance of archiving and study various methodologies. Through this study, it is expected that cultural regeneration of vacant urban spaces will be sustainably activated.
Research on Contrasting Korean and Uzbek Neologisms: ‘gae’ and 'it'
Authors:   The Korean Society of Culture and Convergence, Mirolim Absalomov , Bae YoungHwan
Published: November 2023

The primary purpose of this study is to analyze the commonalities and differences between the two languages by contrasting 'dog' in Korean and 'it' in Uzbek. Furthermore, there is a secondary purpose in reducing errors in the language use of Korean and Uzbek learners as foreign languages. The Korean word “dog” and the Uzbek word “it” have something in common that they originate from the animal's name, “dog” [犬]. In addition, “dog” and “it” are characterized by being used in negative meanings as well as in positive meanings in recent years. On the other hand, the difference is that the Korean word “dog” has a strong dependency, but the Uzbek word “it” has an adverbial usage. Through this study, it was possible to derive similarities and differences between the elements 'dog' and 'it' of forming new words in Korean and Uzbek, and to suggest the relevance of the use of new words.