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Defending the Utilization of Diverse Texts
Authors: Arnold Jackie Marshall , Sableski Mary-Kate
Published: December 2023

To make thoughtful book selections within the current social and political climate, where book challenges and censorship are constant and growing at an unprecedented pace, teachers and librarians need opportunities to thoughtfully and critically reflect on the literature they use in their classrooms and ground those choices in research. Students need experiences with diverse texts that help them see and engage with what it means to walk in another's shoes, and to see their own experiences reflected in the books they read. In this chapter, the authors describe a tool for teachers and librarians to use as they select literature for their classrooms that will help them practically ground those choices in research and authentically use them with students. Using a rubric as a mental model when selecting books and having conversations with others about the books invites teachers and librarians to consider the full range of diversity available to them, and to select books that invite all children into critical conversations around books that inspire and motivate them to reflect and act.
Harnessing the Power of ChatGPT to Explore Student Metacognitive Skills in Learning Sociology Education
Authors: Al Yakin Ahmad M. , Obaid Ahmed J. , Abdul L. , Warsah Idi , Muthmainnah Muthmainnah , Elngar Ahmed A.
Published: December 2023

In this study, ChatGPT and students studying the sociology of education discuss the potential application of AI applications in the field of metacognitive skills. This discussion contributes to the field of artificial intelligence research from a sociological perspective to comment on the significance potential of artificial intelligence language models in the humanities. As a result of the widespread adoption of ICT for pedagogical purposes, artificial intelligence has been introduced into the classroom, such as ChatGPT. It is used in several pedagogical contexts, such as adaptive learning systems, which change lesson difficulty in response to individual student progress.
Analysis of Business Ethics and Social Responsibility Practices in Government Agencies in South Africa
Authors: Masenya Tlou Maggie
Published: December 2023

Government agencies are important due to their contributions to the growth of economy and the benefits they bring to the society. However, there is an increasing need for these agencies to be ethical, especially in the 21st century, an era full of competitors, and also characterized by an increasingly globalized business world and a cascade of corporate corruption and fraud in both developed and developing countries. Government agencies thus require the enforcement of business ethics for long-term business success and sustainability. Although the main objective of business is to earn the money and profit, government agencies should take initiative for the welfare of the society and perform their activities within the framework of environmental norms and social responsibility. These agencies should provide goods and services legally, and profitably to the society and operate responsibly to address social and environmental issues. The study utilised literature review to critically analyse business ethics and social responsibility practices in government agencies in South Africa.
Business Ethics in a Digital World
Authors: Vasiliu-Feltes Ingrid
Published: December 2023

This chapter will highlight the importance of transforming our conceptualization of business ethics in the digital era and the opportunities related to an optimal design of sustainable digital business ethics programs in this new hyper-connected, hyper-automated digital world. The complex issues of this revised business ethics model will be addressed from three perspectives: corporate governance, leadership, and society. The sections related to corporate governance will highlight the operational challenges when aiming to incorporate ethics into the boardroom's DNA and will emphasize the sustainability imperative ethical business leaders are facing in this digital era. This chapter will also posit that by adopting a design thinking approach for business ethics in this digital era, we can leverage all the benefits offered by emerging technologies and scientific advances while maintaining a human-centric stance.
Corporate Governance and Ethics for Sustainability
Authors: Rodrigues Leon Maximiliano , Raichande Elis Shaida , Gomes Mónica Filipa Nunes Carvalho , Semedo Mirian Benair
Published: December 2023

This study analyzed, in the form of a case study, the experience of a large company (Mercur S.A) in the implementation of a new vision focused on sustainability. The target company is located in the south of Brazil, has almost a century of existence, and has been managed by the same family since its foundation. The study is based on the notions and concepts of corporate governance, ethics for sustainability, and social-ecological systems. The study shows that the changes implemented in the company are catalyzed by an initial change of the ‘inner change' type, and are disseminated by the company and the community through social and cultural innovations. Important changes in the economic vision and social and environmental responsibility related to the structure/architecture and operation of the company, as well as trade-offs between financial and social and environmental aspects, were identified.
CSR and SDGs in Early-Stage Entrepreneurship
Authors: Martínez-Martínez Sofía Louise , Ventura Fernández Rafael , Plata Ríos Clara
Published: December 2023

Entrepreneurship conditions the sustainable development of a society by the economic, social, and environmental impact of new ventures. Specifically, startups, due to their high level of innovation and scalability, have an important role in fostering and accelerating the implementation of sustainable practices. An empirical analysis is carried out through data collected in the framework of the GEM project to define the extent in which startups innovation impact SDGs. The results highlight that the most frequently addressed goals belong to the economic sphere (e.g., SDG 8 and SDG 9), while environmental and social aspects are scarcely considered. More than half of the SDGs are addressed by less than 10% of the startups. A change in policies to promote SDGs is needed to foster the implementation of CSR strategies from early entrepreneurial stages, increase startups awareness, and face the lack of attention that some SDGs are receiving from the currently emerging innovation.
Digital Ethics in Technology and Investments
Authors: Jain Ritesh
Published: December 2023

This chapter focuses on aspects of digital ethics in technology and investments and covers the background of the growing surface area of the technology and its concerns related to data; it provides an overview of the data-related challenges and their ethical uses by organizations and people. It also covers emerging technology like artificial intelligence and its impact on ethical challenges. It provides an overview of the potential ethical challenges of technology that investors should consider and focuses on the criticality of the framework requirement and its implementation within businesses to make the right decisions. The author lays out the view on ethics and regulations and why companies should commit to ethical practices for their growth.
Entrepreneurial Business Ethics and Good Governance
Authors: Ramasamy Gurayah Jayrusha
Published: December 2023

Small medium enterprises (SMEs) have proven and are known to be one of the biggest contributors to the economy of developing countries. Evidence shows that SMEs provide a number of job opportunities, which results in unemployment reduction, poverty eradication, and a bigger boost towards other economic activities. However, most SME entrepreneurs face an array of problems such as access to funding, building up international connections, getting appropriate knowledge and access to adequate technology. These issues are then further intensified by the lack of proper governance and the avoidance of business ethics by most SME entrepreneurs. Over the past years, the number of SMEs has grown drastically in developing countries (Nigeria, Algeria, Brazil, and Vietnam), which has also resulted in an increase in competition within the sector. This has given rise to the need to install the strategies of corporate governance with the aim of strengthening the competitiveness of SMEs.
Implications Between Environmental Management and Green Transformational Leadership in Greening Organizations
Authors: Vargas-Hernández José G.
Published: December 2023

This chapter analyzes the implications that the organizational environmental management and green transformational leadership have between them and with the green organizational innovation aimed to achieve sustainable development. It departs from the assumption that green organizations have implemented environmental management and green innovation enhanced by green transformational leadership to achieve organizational sustainable competitive advantage. The method employed is the analytic-reflective based on the review of the theoretical and empirical literature. It is concluded that the environmental management issues guided by a green transformational leadership are related to organizational sustainable development encouraging organizations to act in favor of greening organizations, green consumers, and achieving a sustainable competitive advantage with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Symbiosis of Humanistic Leadership, Sustainability, and Circular Economy
Authors: Saini Damini , Agarwal Juhi
Published: December 2023

Corporate sustainability is presumed to be a business strategy that creates long-term value by focusing on innovative measures aimed towards the natural environment and aligning it with its external environment. Continuous measures at global, institutional, and individual level have to be taken up to ensure sustainability paving the way to bring concepts like circular economy, sustainable practices into limelight among the scholars, academicians, and even corporate houses. This chapter tries to establish a link between a leader's role in an organization and creating spaces for circular economy and sustainability in their already existing cycles. On the basis of the steps taken for creating a sustainable business by TATA rganization, the chapter explores their leadership style and suggests that the values such as responsibility, humanity, and empathy in leadership became more important and goes well with the vision of circular economy and how well it has been dwelled up with the business models of TATA.
The Historical Importance of the Concept of Business Ethics and Evaluation in Terms of Employees in Human Resources
Authors: Adiguzel Zafer
Published: December 2023

To provide a better and happier society, the framework of certain principles and the history of the concept of ethics aims to direct the people's behaviours constituting that society. The first known philosophers discussed the concept of ethics at that time. The continuation of discussions about ethics to the present day shows that the importance of the image in human life has never changed and has not lost its actuality. In fact, it isn't easy to show a specific and bordered area of business ethics. In this case, it is possible to narrow the definition of business ethics by excluding some important elements or extending it to a wide area that is completely encompassing. In this study, the historical importance of business ethics and human resources are evaluated.
The Practice of Multiple Shari'ah Board Directorship and Fiduciary Duties
Authors: Abd Razak Abd Hakim
Published: December 2023

This chapter examines the legal paradigm of the application of multiple Shari'ah board directorship practice from the common law context of directorial fiduciary duties. It employs the critical legal studies approach to analyse the principles, legislations, case laws, policies, and guidelines in the United States, European Union, the United Kingdom, Ireland and Germany. This study scrutinises the polarity of views concerning the pragmatic Masyaqqah (necessity) surrounding the practice in discussion: the Masyaqqah that encourages and one that discourages the application of the practice and places these against the two predominant directorial fiduciary duties under the common law system namely, the duty to act bona fide and in the best interest of the company, and the duty to avoid conflict of interest. Whilst the practice has proven to benefit Islamic financial institutions (‘IFIs'), the findings also notice the substantial risks it could inflict on the IFIs' business operations; some which could seriously damage their Shari'ah compliance assurance.
Transformational Leadership
Authors: Agyemang Samuel
Published: December 2023

Ethics is an essential ingredient of leadership qualifications, and for every first-time leader in an organization to be successful, ethical leadership cannot be overemphasized. An organization can be seen as two or more people coming together with a common goal to embark on a venture that will certainly yield a positive result to benefit each one of them. There is a need for such organizations to exhibit transparency and accountability by all involved in the organization so that any resources invested in do not go to waste. Since ethical leadership remains important in every organization, no matter the high standards of the moral lives of members within an organization, there are first-time leaders who, in one way or the other, exhibit misconduct, mistrust, frustration, discrimination, racism, and absenteeism, which are characteristics of unethical leadership and contrary to the nature of ethical leadership. Therefore, achieving transformational leadership becomes a challenge for a first-time leader.
A Theory-Based Approach to Understanding Social Sustainability in Tourism
Authors: Bhartiya Shivam , Bhatt Vaibhav , Rathore Afsheen H. , Khanam Tasleem
Published: December 2023

The current study aims to determine how social sustainability and tourism are related, and how social sustainability can benefit all parties involved in the tourism industry. The qualitative study employed a theory-based methodology to ascertain the solutions to the question: How can we establish and preserve an economically sustainable tourism system that contributes favourably to social sustainability? How can we use social resources in the tourism industry without increasing them but instead by fostering their development? How do we ensure that the tourism-related mechanisms that promote social sustainability continue to work? The study came to the conclusion that social sustainability through tourism focuses on the core elements of social sustainability, namely improving infrastructure and working conditions, ensuring that men and women have equal access to job opportunities and security, and establishing more secure supply chains.
Application of Strategic Human Resource Management Models for Organizational Performance
Authors: Geethanjali N. , Ashifa K. M. , Raina Avantika , Patil Jayashree , Byloppilly Rameshwaran , Rajest S. Suman
Published: December 2023

Modern organizational management must include strategic human resource management (SHRM). It is an improvement over the conventional human resources management methods, mostly concerned with operations and connections with employees. Contrarily, SHRM recognizes that workers are one of a company's most significant assets and works to match HR practices with those aims and objectives. This method strongly emphasizes long-term planning, proactive decision-making, and a close connection between HR strategies and overarching corporate plans. Strategic human resource management includes all those activities affecting the behavior of individuals in their efforts to formulate and implement the strategic needs of the business. It is the pattern of planned human resource deployments and activities intended to enable the firm to achieve its goals.
Smart HR 4.0 With Impact of Technology Advancement and Industry 4.0 on HR Practices
Authors: Kakada Praveen , M. K. Muhammed Shafi
Published: December 2023

This study emphasizes the significance of Smart Human Resources 4.0 (Smart HR 4.0) and the effects of Industry 4.0 and technological advancements on HR practices. The developments of Smart HR 4.0 in the HR field are also demonstrated in this chapter, emphasizing planning, organizing, staffing, directing, and controlling. Consequently, exploratory relationships among Smart HR 4.0, technology advancements, and Industry 4.0 are presented based on a systematic review. The chapter discusses the role of Smart HR 4.0 as a recent industrial entry into the human resources field was discussed in this study. A pool of 65 research articles published between 2014 and 2023 from top-tier peer-reviewed journals were considered for further understanding and investigation. In order to successfully navigate the obstacles of the Industry 4.0 revolution, an organization would need a strong Smart HR 4.0 strategy. Emerging technologies like the internet of things, big data, and artificial intelligence will automate most HR processes, creating leaner and more effective HR teams.
Influence of Government Initiatives and Information on Indian Women Entrepreneurial Ventures
Authors: Sundarakumar Sasi , Selvi J. Tamil , Ilangovan K. , Srinivasan Vellayan , Kannan A. S. , Arunachalam Vivek
Published: December 2023

This study uses a moderated mediation model to investigate how government initiatives and policies affect women's entrepreneurship in India. According to the study's hypotheses, the relationship between government policies and initiatives and women's entrepreneurship is moderated by the industry sector of these businesswomen and their access to information mediates this relationship. In order to evaluate the assumptions, the study collects data from 514 Indian women entrepreneurs who have used or are aware of any government programme or effort supporting women's entrepreneurship. The findings demonstrate that government initiatives and policies positively and significantly impact women'sentrepreneurship. However, this impact is less pronounced for women entrepreneurs in the manufacturing sector, likely due to less favourable access to information. The study adds to the body of knowledge on women's entrepreneurship
Data-Driven Decision Making for Achieving Sustainability in Apparel Business Value Chain
Authors: Pal Kamalendu
Published: December 2023

Data-supported decision-making and understanding the customer's behaviour has become an essential and challenging problem for apparel businesses to sustain their position in competitive markets. Current information communication technologies (ICT) are ushering hope to mitigate this challenge, particularly the blockchain with internet of things (IoT)-based enterprise information system framework providing relevant services in global networks that mediate effective and sustainable supply chain operations. Data collection and interpretation of collected data (known as data analytics) on business-specific value creation process is most important in this architecture. This chapter reviews recent literature on technology-driven supply chain automation and related data analytics-related issues for managing sustainability. Lastly, the chapter presents an application area of 'market basket analysis' technique that focuses on discovering patterns in retail transaction data with the help of an algorithmic data mining method.
EXTENSÃO UNIVERSITÁRIA: EXPANDINDO O CONHECIMENTO ANATÔMICO A ESCOLAS PÚBLICAS DE MARINGÁ-PR
Authors: Thaís Fernanda Hackmann  , Alyne Gabriele Barros de Oliveira  , Carmem Patrícia Barbosa  , Cláudia Regina Pinheiro Lopes  , Giovanna de Godoy Tavares  , Guilherme Augusto Guimarães Resende  , Isadora Yumi Yokoyama Kaminata  , Juliana Corá da Silva  , Júlia Regina de Andrade  , Kamilly Vitória de Siqueira  ,  Lucas Vitalino  , Mariana de Oliveira Ripol  , Milena Babugia Pinto
Published: December 2023

A valorização da extensão universitária é fundamental tanto para a instituição, quanto para a comunidade ao seu entorno. Isto porque gera ações que beneficiam a população e possibilita aos universitários efetuar o que é aprendido na teoria, de maneira que os prepara para realizar a profissão. O projeto “Anatomia da UEM vai à escola – o ensino do corpo humano contribuindo para hábitos saudáveis de vida” objetivou a valorização da extensão e a disseminação do conhecimento, ao levar a colégios públicos de Maringá apresentações sobre a anatomia humana em um manequim com órgãos feitos de feltro e preenchidos com fibra, esse modelo anatômico foi construído com base em atlas de anatomia e peças anatômicas reais, de modo que simulava a proporção correta do corpo humano. Nesse projeto, foi analisado o desempenho dos alunos do ensino fundamental e médio acerca do corpo humano mediante questionários, os quais abordavam temas gerais da anatomia, como a posição dos órgãos. Essa enquete evidenciou que, de modo geral, os estudantes passaram a conhecer mais sobre o corpo humano após a exposição, haja vista que o percentual de acertos aumentou nos questionários finais. Conclui-se, pois, que atividades lúdicas de extensão são uma excelente proposta para a disseminação de informações anatômicas para a comunidade.
BENEFÍCIOS DA AUTO LIBERAÇÃO MIOFASCIAL NA QUALIDADE DE VIDA
Authors: Silva dos Santos Denize , Alvarenga Fachardo Oliveira Gilmara , Biondaro Gois Marcelo
Published: December 2023

As técnicas de manipulação miofascial podem gerar diversas respostas bioquímicas no corpo humano, com repercussões no estado emocional, devido ao sistema miofascial ser ricamente inervado por interoceptores que quando estimulados são capazes de ativar áreas cerebrais podendo beneficiar a saúde física e emocional. Desse modo, o objetivo do presente estudo, foi analisar os efeitos da auto liberação miofascial na qualidade de vida de prestadores de serviços gerais. Trata-se de um estudo de caso, de natureza qualitativa e quantitativa e análise descritiva, com a utilização do questionário de Dor de McGill e o Short-Form Health Survey 36, além de um protocolo de auto liberação miofascial associada a exercícios realizados duas vezes por semana com um total de 10 sessões, aplicados em 14 prestadores de serviços gerais. Os resultados principais da pesquisa evidenciaram uma boa dimensão da qualidade de vida dos participantes, principalmente uma boa dimensão na capacidade física dos participantes, o que chamou a atenção sobre a importância de uma avaliação sobre os aspectos que envolvem a capacidade física e emocional dos trabalhadores. Por conseguinte, a pesquisa reforça a ideia de inserir cada vez mais práticas terapêuticas dentro das organizações para reduzir os impactos negativos gerados pelo trabalho repetitivo em trabalhadores do setor de serviços gerais, sendo um modelo a ser inserido para outras categorias de profissionais.
Improve Ocean Sensing Using Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
Authors: Donaldson Thomas Q. , von Flotow Andy , John Shaju , Goff Justin , Yakimenko Oleg , Brodie Rob
Published: December 2023

Abstract This paper discusses the day and night capability of a newly developed optical sensing suite flown on manned and unmanned aircraft in Monterey Bay and Santa Barbara, CA, during 2022 to detect marine mammals. New developments of electro-optical sensors integrated
on medium and long-endurance unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) can provide cost-effective, qualitative sensing of marine biodiversity, to include species identification. Processing of captured imagery in both day and night applications has proven effective in removing surface-level reflections
and background noise, which allows sensing of subsurface marine life to several attenuation lengths. Leveraging bioluminescence as a natural image enhancement phenomenon along with advanced signal processing of imagerycaptured by this sensing suite improves the quality of nighttime detection
and species identification. Concepts and applications for this sensing suite integrated on UAV platforms for ocean food-chain modeling and maritime traffic avoidance are discussed, including deployment strategies for the Channel IslandsNational Marine Sanctuary off the California coast.
Shallow Water Acoustic Vector Sensor Array AutoNomous System (SVAAN) for Coastal Surveillance Applications
Authors: Amirthalingam Malarkodi , Lokhande Shweta , Ayyadurai Thirunavukkarasu , Ganesan Latha , Potty Gopu
Published: December 2023

Abstract Shallow Water Acoustic Vector Sensor Array AutoNomous System (SVAAN) is a passive acoustic monitoring system using vector sensors. Acoustic vector sensors measure acoustic pressure and particle velocity, and an array of such sensors are very useful in underwater
source localization. SVAAN is thus developed for surveillance applications in coastal waters and designed for a 100-m depth rating. The main objective of this work is to present SVAAN that is developed as a sea bed mounted system, consisting of two vector sensors and four hydrophones. In addition,
an inertial sensor has been included to measure the system orientation when deployed. This was deployed as a bottom mounted unit in the shallow waters of South-West Bay of Bengal to measure the noise from boats/ships and localize the source. The acoustic data are analyzed, Direction of Arrival
is estimated using Multiple Signal Classification for source localization, and the performance of SVAAN is studied. In addition to that, the tracking of boat noise has been estimated from the experiment data. Results and further enhancement of the system are discussed.
Green Energy, Blue Economy: Integrating Renewable Energy and Sustainable Development for Bangladesh
Authors: Ahmad Hafez , Jose Felix , Islam Md. Shaiful , Jhara Shakila Islam
Published: December 2023

AbstractThe coastal zone of Bangladesh is of immense importance and provides a myriad of services and functions, including fisheries resources, sustaining biodiversity, supporting trade and transportation, and holding visually pleasing monuments and recreational opportunities for the country's economic growth and the well-being of its people. The article highlights the significant efforts made by the Government of Bangladesh toward promoting the blue economy, including the development of renewable energy programs (wind farms), sustainable tourism, fisheries aquaculture, and working on a long-term plan for coastal zone management. The study also examines the challenges facing Bangladesh's marine and coastal fisheries, including overfishing, indiscriminate catch and kill of juveniles, and marine pollution. Additionally, the article discusses the growing popularity of mariculture, especially seaweed culture, in the coastal waters of Bangladesh as an alternative to dwindling marine fisheries. Research also highlights the need for greater efforts toward the conservation and sustainable management of marine and coastal resources, including fisheries, aquaculture, and tourism, to ensure their long-term viability and economic benefits for the country.
Drifter-Observed Reversal of the South China Sea Western Boundary Current From Summer to Autumn
Authors: Hu Zhiyuan , Yang Longqi , Chen Zhaozhang , Zhu Jia , Sun Zhenyu , Hu Jianyu
Published: December 2023

Abstract This study analyzes the formation, reversal, and variation of the South China Sea Western Boundary Current (SCSWBC) by nine trajectories of Beidousatellite-tracked drifters, combined with reanalysis current data and satellite remote sensing wind data. It is indicated
that: (1) the maximum current speeds of Drifters 1490016, 1490026, 1488526, 862259, and 927745 exceed 1.5 m/s, with the speed of Drifter 862259 even reaching 2.3 m/s in the strong current region of the SCSWBC; (2) the SCSWBC in autumn can be sourced from either the northeastward current in
the central South China Sea in summer or the westward current in the northeastern South China Sea in September; (3) the monsoon wind transition is attributed for the formation, disappearance, and reversal of the SCSWBC from summer to autumn; and (4) the interannual variation of the SCSWBC
mainly depends on the transition time of the monsoon wind.
Investigating the effects of built environment on coastal scenery Coastal scenic assessment of the Southern coastal belt of Sri Lanka
Authors: Kalhara G. W. D. , Rajapaksha I. G. P.
Published: December 2023

Haphazard development of built environment around coastal destinations, has become a thriving factor of scenic degradation; creating long term effects on coastal tourism. Sustainable tourism in coastal regions, must concern about sensitive factors like scenic management, in order to preserve unique coastal scenery and to extract long term benefits of coastal tourism. In a context, where the most scenic coastal sites in Sri Lanka, are rapidly degrading due to mass tourism, the Mediterranean born technique of Coastal Scenic Evaluation System (CSES) was used to evaluate the scenery of four selected sites along the Unawatuna-Rumassala coastline prioritizing the effect of built environment on coastal scenery. Results reveal the coastline portrays classes 4, 3 and 2 of CSES. Site A (Unawatuna beach) with the minimum D value of 0.169 presents Class 4 (Human touched unattractive sites with low landscape values). While, Site B (Cliffy shore) and site D (Jungle beach), belongs to Class 3 (Natural sites with few outstanding features). Site C (Unawatuna view point) which scored the highest D value of 0.708, falls to Class 2 (Attractive natural sites). Further analysis shows that; scenery of site A has been significantly declined due to lower scores obtained for parameters associated with built environment. This site was visually disturbed through built environment factors such as, infra-structural developments, direct and indirect exposure of buildings, contrasting exterior colours, unusual scales of new constructions and constructions in elevated locations. By applying strategic plans and development restrictions the coastal scenery of Site A can be enhanced. Hence, the study proposes far-reaching design implications to rectify coastal scenery of southern coast to promote sustainable coastal tourism.
Leveraging BIM technology for improved accuracy in detailed cost estimation in Sri Lanka
Authors: Apinayan K. , Perera B. A. K. S. , Weerasooriya D. , Ranadewa K. A. T. O.
Published: December 2023

Detailed cost estimation is the process of predicting the cost of the project at workface level. However, traditional methods of detailed cost estimation encounter various challenges in achieving precise cost estimation. To address these challenges, modern techniques have emerged in the field of cost estimation. Building Information Modelling (BIM) has emerged as an efficient solution for addressing challenges in construction projects. This study investigates the adaptability of BIM for detailed cost estimation. The research adopted qualitative approach. Data were collected using two rounds of Delphi interviews with 14 experts in detailed cost estimation and BIM. Code-based content analysis was used to analyse the data. The study provides empirical evidence showcasing the potential of BIM effectively addressing the challenges encountered in detailed cost estimation. By focusing on the perspective of consultant quantity surveyors in Sri Lanka, findings underscore the significant role of BIM in enhancing the accuracy and efficiency of detailed cost estimation processes for improved project outcomes. The findings highlight further research opportunities and contribute to the understanding of BIM's impact on cost estimation. The findings can use to enhance the practical implementation of BIM by intervening to form more partnerships among application developers and industry leaders.
Group Actions and Harmonic Analysis in Number Theory
Authors: Blomer Valentin , Einsiedler Manfred , Kowalski Emmanuel , Viazovska Maryna
Published: December 2023

This workshop focuses on new problems and new methods at the interface of harmonic analysis (taken in a very broad sense) and ergodic theory, with applications focused on number theory. Special emphasis is put on equidistribution problems on arithmetic symmetric spaces, effective methods in homogeneous dynamics, periods of automorphic forms, families of

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-functions over number fields and function fields, and applications of Fourier uniqueness.
Aportes de los estudios onto-materialistas para interrogar una etnografía
Authors: Contreras-Salinas Sylvia
Published: December 2023

El objetivo de este artículo es abordar algunas premisas de la ontología materialista para interrogar las ataduras onto-epistemológicas- metodológicas, los afectos/efectos y la micropolítica de una investigación. Para ello, se analiza la trayectoria investigativa de una etnografía en el campo de los estudios de la infancia y relaciones de poder. Como resultado y conclusiones del artículo se enfatiza en que el marco analítico propuesto, aunque incipiente, permitirá interrogar la maquinaría de la investigación, en cuanto a la agregación/especificación de sus ensamblajes investigativos, así como sus efectos en la capacidad de corroer o apuntalar las estructuras de las grandes formaciones sociales y culturales, propias de una investigación de carácter performativa.
Emociones y activismo ambiental en la gran minería. Análisis de un proyecto de minería de cobre en la Región Metropolitana de Santiago, Chile
Authors: Jara-Ruiz Marcelo , Stamm Caroline
Published: December 2023

Estos últimos años, uno de los ejes emergentes de análisis de los conflictos socioambientales ha sido el rol de las emociones. Sin embargo, existen todavía pocos estudios sobre esta dimensión afectiva en el caso de la minería. Este trabajo aborda, desde la perspectiva afectiva de los activistas ambientales, el conflicto asociado a un proyecto minero, cuyos impactos de gran escala en un contexto de cambio climático y escasez hídrica, generan una amenaza ambiental para los habitantes de la Región Metropolitana de Santiago y la Región de Valparaíso. Mediante una metodología cualitativa, se realizaron entrevistas en profundidad a activistas socioambientales con el objetivo de analizar cómo las emociones se dibujan y movilizan en la defensa de un territorio contra la gran minería. Se enfoca en dos aspectos principales: la relación de los activistas con el territorio y los efectos de la lucha ambiental en los activistas mismos. Los resultados muestran cómo el apego al lugar tiene una fuerte incidencia en la defensa del territorio y en la construcción de una identidad intersubjetiva alrededor del mismo. Asimismo, se dilucida que la acción de defensa socioterritorial tiene fuertes implicancias en el bienestar de líderes ambientales, quienes son sometidos a diversas presiones políticas y sociales, públicas y privadas.
Experiencias de trabajo, vulnerabilidades y salud en varones de clase popular antes y durante la pandemia COVID-19, en Buenos Aires, Argentina
Authors: Freidin Betina , Ballesteros Matías Salvador , Wilner Agustín David , Roques Josefina
Published: December 2023

En este artículo analizamos los vínculos entre trabajo precario y salud a partir de experiencias laborales de varones adultos de clase popular que viven en el conurbano de Buenos Aires, Argentina. Realizamos entrevistas cualitativas semi-estructuradas presenciales entre abril y agosto de 2022, lo que nos permitió indagar sobre sus experiencias de trabajo previas y durante la pandemia COVID-19. Mostramos cómo los trabajos actuales y anteriores, mayormente manuales, de baja calificación y con distintos rasgos de precariedad, los exponen a diversos riesgos psicofísicos, vulnerabilidades y privaciones materiales, y pobreza  temporal.  Asimismo,  cómo  limitan su capacidad para realizar prácticas de autocuidado de la salud, y su calidad de vida personal y familiar. Incorporamos en el análisis una perspectiva de género, interseccional y de ciclo de vida que nos permite dimensionar las implicancias de la precariedad laboral en este grupo de trabajadores, contribuyendo al campo de estudios sobre trabajo precario y salud.
Using Latent Heat Storage for Improving Battery Electric Vehicle
Thermal Management System Efficiency
Authors: Wei Zhou , Jiangbin Zhou , Rathberger Christian
Published: December 2023

One of the key problems of battery electric vehicles is the risk of severe range
reduction in winter conditions. Technologies such as heat pump systems can help
to mitigate such effects, but finding adequate heat sources for the heat pump
sometimes can be a problem, too. In cold ambient conditions below −10°C and for
a cold-soaked vehicle this can become a limiting factor. Storing waste heat or
excess cold when it is generated and releasing it to the vehicle thermal
management system later can reduce peak thermal requirements to more manageable
average levels. In related architectures it is not always necessary to replace
existing electric heaters or conventional air-conditioning systems. Sometimes it
is more efficient to keep them and support them, instead. Accordingly, we show,
how latent heat storage can be used to increase the efficiency of existing,
well-established heating and cooling technologies without replacing them. We
investigate different possibilities for the integration of phase change
materials into a baseline battery electric vehicle thermal management system and
compare the resulting benefits.
Diesel Emissions and Their Control, Second Edition
Authors:   DieselNet.com/Ecopoint Inc, Majewski W. Addy , Jääskeläinen Hannu ,   DieselNet.com/Canadian General Standards Board
Published: December 2023

Engineers, applied scientists, students, and individuals working to reduce emissions and advance diesel engine technology will find the second edition of Diesel Emissions and Their Control to be an indispensable reference. Whether readers are at the outset of their learning journey or seeking to deepen their expertise, this comprehensive reference book caters to a wide audience. In this substantial update to the 2006 classic, the authors have expanded the coverage of the latest emission technologies. With the industry evolving rapidly, the book ensures that readers are well-informed about the most recent advances in commercial diesel engines, providing a competitive edge in their respective fields. The second edition has also streamlined the content to focus on the most promising technologies. This book is rooted in the wealth of information available on DieselNet.com, where the "Technology Guide" papers offer in-depth insights. Each chapter includes links to relevant online materials, granting readers access to even more expertise and knowledge. The second edition is organized into six parts, providing a structured journey through every aspect of diesel engines and emissions control: • Part I: A foundational exploration of the diesel engine, combustion, and essential subsystems. • Part II: An in-depth look at emission characterization, health and environmental impacts, testing methods, and global regulations. • Part III: A comprehensive overview of diesel fuels, covering petroleum diesel, alternative fuels, and engine lubricants. • Part IV: An exploration of engine efficiency and emission control technologies, from exhaust gas recirculation to engine control. • Part V: The latest developments in diesel exhaust aftertreatment, encompassing catalyst technologies and particulate filters. • Part VI: A historical journey through the evolution of diesel engine technology, with a focus on heavy-duty engines in the North American market.
Nove vrste u popisu flore mahovina Hrvatske – 3
Authors: Rimac Anja , Šegota Vedran , Alegro Antun
Published: December 2023

Popis flore mahovina Hrvatske dopunjen je sa sedam novih vrsta te jednim varijetetom na temelju četiri znanstvene publikacije koje su objavljene tijekom posljednje godine. Herzogiella striatella (Brid.) Z. Iwats. zabilježena je u Gorskom kotaru, Bryum barnesii J.B. Wood ex Schimp. na rijeci Zrmanji, dok su Bryum gemmilucens R. Wilczek & Demaret, Tortula pallida (Lindb.) R. H. Zander, Microbryum muticum (Venturi) Cl. Schneid., Th. Schneid. & Mahevas i M. davallianum var. conicum (Schleich. ex Schwägr.) R. H. Zander zabilježeni tijekom istraživanja provedenog na rtu Kamenjak u Istri. Nadalje, Hylocomiastrum umbratum (Hedw.) M.Fleisch. i Timmiella barbuloides (Brid.) Mönk. pronađene su u procesu sistematizacije, revizije i geokodiranja povijesne kolekcije mahovina iz zbirke ZA.
Reducción de Tiempo Extra, en una Empresa De Fabricación De Papel, Implementando Lean Change Management.
Authors: Garcia Vilches Susana
Published: December 2023

La cultura lean y gestión del cambio se complementan para logar los objetivos de una organización, adaptándose a las necesidades del entorno y reduciendo los desperdicios en sus procesos. Este proyecto plantea la aplicación de ambas metodologías con el objetivo de reducir el tiempo extra de una empresa de fabricación de papel. Sus principales resultados radican en reducción de tiempos de descarga, tiempos extras y por consecuencia costos de operación. Con las propuestas se logró disminuir en promedio los tiempos de descarga del producto en Caja cerrada en 9.55 minutos y Plataforma 8.7 minutos, impactando favorablemente en la reducción de costos por horas extras en un lapso de un año hasta lograr actualmente que este sea nulo, en el 2019 se pagó $96,250.00 pesos y para el 2022 $0 pesos, lo cual indica eliminación de estos costos en un 100%. Se utilizaron distintas herramientas lean tales como: AMEF, SIPOC, ISHIKAWA, permitiendo alcanzar resultados en la productividad, competitividad y rentabilidad de la organización, eliminando aquellas actividades que no agregan valor. Al finalizar la investigación se concluye sobre los beneficios y las principales herramientas de mejora que son posibles de aplicarse en el método lean change management actual para optimizar y estabilizar sus desafíos en liderazgo, comunicación y personas que son los factores más importantes en una organización y sus operaciones.
FACULTAD DE ATRACCIÓN DE LA SCJN EN EL JUICIO DE AMPARO, UN ANÁLISIS DEL CASO GERTZ MANERO
Authors: Arvizu Buelna Laura Alicia
Published: December 2023

En el presente trabajo se hablará de la facultad de atracción que ejerce la Suprema Corte de Justicia de la Nación (en lo sucesivo, SCJN). Primeramente se conceptualiza la citada figura procesal y posteriormente se contextualiza, analizando su origen histórico en ámbito nacional. También se realiza un estudio del marco jurídico relacionado con la facultad de atracción, concretamente de la Ley de Amparo, Reglamentaria de los Artículos 103 y 107 de la Constitución Política de los Estados Unidos Mexicanos, y de la referida Constitución, para luego finalizar con el análisis del caso Gertz Manero en el cual se ejerció la facultad de atracción por parte de la SCJN.
Recommendation System to Precision Agriculture Using Machine Learning Algorithm
Authors: Dhanusha Jannu , Reddy Beeram Samanvi , Yuvasree Avidi , Sravanthi Kolusu Naga , Bandi Surendra
Published: December 2023

The Indian economy heavily relies on agriculture, a vital source of livelihood for millions of farmers and a significant contributor to the GDP. However, farmers often face challenges in selecting the most suitable crops for their specific soil and environmental conditions. This decision profoundly influences crop productivity and the overall agricultural industry. Addressing this issue is crucial, and crop prediction plays a pivotal role in the emerging concept of precision agriculture. Precision agriculture seeks to streamline the crop selection process by leveraging machine learning techniques. The model takes into account various factors such as soil type, rainfall patterns, temperature, groundwater levels, availability of pesticides and fertilizers, and the current season. These elements are intricately analyzed to create a robust recommender system. The ultimate objective is to expedite and enhance the crop selection procedure for farmers. By incorporating data-driven insights, this precision agriculture approach aims to empower farmers with informed decisions tailored to their unique agricultural landscapes. The recommender system acts as a valuable tool, offering guidance on the most suitable crops for optimal yield and sustainability. This initiative not only addresses the challenges faced by Indian farmers but also contributes to the overall efficiency and resilience of the agricultural sector. In summary, the integration of machine learning and data analytics in crop prediction for precision agriculture holds the potential to revolutionize decision-making processes and positively impact crop productivity in the Indian agricultural landscape.
Homes in Mardin: Women’s Daily Life Narratives and Reproduction of Space in Pandemic Times
Authors: TAŞGÜZEN Zemzem
Published: December 2023

The pandemic has transformed our daily lives and domestic responsibilities and drastically redefined gender roles within the household. Compared to before the pandemic, domestic practices and routines have changed to varying degrees according to individual households. Taking the historic city of Mardin as a case study, this research aims to understand how women’s experience within the home has changed during the pandemic and to discuss how daily life has been reproduced in different housing typologies. Along with its unique topography, the coexistence of different ethnicities and religions in the region for centuries has affected Mardin's urban development and social and spatial character. Today, Mardin has an urban landscape consisting of various housing typologies where traditional and modern ways of domesticity coexist: traditional stone houses, country houses, apartments, and gated communities. In the three-month period after the onset of the pandemic (between March and May 2020), in-depth interviews were conducted via Zoom with women living in these four housing typologies, coming from different marital and employment statuses. Everyday narratives of the aforementioned individuals, through Lefevbrian's perspective, have been discussed to fully understand how domestic routines and practices have changed compared to pre-pandemic times. In every city, the productivity of women on a daily basis is placed in the context of social production. This study aims to offer an insight into the effect of the pandemic, drawing parallels between subjective and local, and universal conditions and their overall impact.
Culture as Industry in Kazuo Ishiguro’s An Artist of the Floating World (1986)
Authors: BAŞ KORKMAZ Zöhre
Published: December 2023

Kazuo Ishiguro’s works generally revolve around the function and meaning of art for individuals in society, and he emphasizes the subjectivity and volatility of fragmented individual memory as a counterpart to collective memory as in the case of Masuji Ono in An Artist of the Floating World (1986). The story is narrated by Ishiguro’s unreliable and resentful narrator Masuji Ono, whom the reader learns was once in the service of the Japanese imperial government with his propagandistic paintings and teachings during the Imperial period. In this essay, I will argue that Ishiguro attempts to show us the deception of an entire nation in which the traumatized collective memory of the post-war period collides with the individual and subjective memory of the self-deceiving Masuji Ono through specific examples from the text. In order to show the fragmented and disturbed public memory, the changes in Japanese society and culture depicted in Ishiguro’s novel are examined and observed using examples from Ono’s grandson Ichiro’s cinematic experiences, which show us the Americanization process in occupied Japan in light of Adorno’s theory of the "culture industry."