bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Post Natal Mothers Satisfied and Happy with the Outcomes of their Deliveries after Individualized Precision Maternal Monitoring using 3D-Printing Technology in a Maternity Unit in the Developing World - A Case Study of Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital in Western Kenya
Authors:   Uzima University School of Medicine, Kenya, Ajwang Arthur
Published: October 2024

Background: In the low and middle income countries’ healthcare system for medicine and surgery training and service provision, the use of computing technologies would be of great help in creating faster and transformational solutions by creating software applications and hardware fabrications for faster diagnosis, which are absent currently, hence leading to efficient treatment interventions in the developing world. Objective: The objective of this study was to assess the potential of using computing innovation of 3-D printing technology in producing medical solutions using 3-D printing of fetoscopes to solve the challenge of the frequency of monitoring fetal heart rates in the maternity department. Methodology: A randomized case-control study was used to analyze the impact of having one fetoscope per mother on shortening the frequency of monitoring of fetal heart rates and promptly intervening in case of non-reassuring fetal status. This was done by 3-D printing fetoscopes increasing the numbers at the Maternity department of Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital. Findings: The frequency of monitoring heart rates increased to hourly instead of 3 hourly in 24 hours, leading to timely interventions, as compared to previous days when there was only one fetoscope serving the whole unit. Mothers with a 3-D printed Fetoscope reported a lower proportion of emergency caesarean section done compared to mothers who were sharing a 3-D printed Fetoscope (13% vs. 38%, p = 0.021). No fetal death was reported among mothers with a 3-D printed Fetoscope each, while maternal satisfaction was higher among mothers with a 3-D printed Fetoscope as compared to those who were sharing (94% vs. 63%, p = 0.002). Conclusion: We concluded that computing technology is useful in designing and fabricating medical equipment and parts, which help save lives in the maternity, emergency room and the operating room in low and middle income countries.
ЎЗБЕКИСТОН РЕСПУБЛИКАСИДА КИЧИК БИЗНЕС СУБЪЕКТЛАРИ ТАРКИБИЙ ҚИСМЛАРИНИНГ БАРҚАРОР РИВОЖЛАНИШ ТАҲЛИЛИ
Authors: Абдураҳимова Саида
Published: October 2024

Кичик бизнес субъектлари фаолиятини ривожлантириш Ўзбекистонда амалга оширилаётган иқтисодий ислоҳотларнинг энг муҳим устувор йўналишларидан бири ҳисобланади. Мақолада Ўзбекистон Республикасида қабул қилинаётган меъёрий-ҳуқуқий ҳужжатларда кичик бизнес субъектлари учун янада кенг шарт-шароитлар яратиш, уларни эркин фаолиятини таъминлаш ва амалга ошаётган ислоҳотларни янада чуқурлаштириш ҳамда либераллаштиришга йўналтирилган чора-тадбирлар ўз аксини топган бўлиб.
ZAMONAVIY DAVRDA IQTISODGA FALSAFIY QARASHLAR
Authors: Asraqulova Adiba
Published: October 2024

Ushbu  maqola iqtisodiy tafakkur ijtimoiy ong shakllari haqida bo‘lib, shaxsning zamonaviy jamiyatni moddiy va ma’naviy hayotida, xususan, kishilar o‘rtasida bo‘ladigan iqtisodiy munosabatlarni his etish, aqliy jihatdan anglab yetish va kelajakdagi o‘zgartirishlarga qaratilgan g‘oyalar, ideallar, qarashlar va nazariyalarning yaxlit tizimi ekanligini ochib berishga qaratilgan  xulosalarni o’z ichiga oladi.
Photo Physical Properties of Sugar Derivatives with ICT Dye
Authors: Gayathri Somasundaram  , Kumaran Rajendran
Published: October 2024

Photo physical techniques were employed to study hydrogen-bonding self-assemblies forming sugar derivatives interaction with 4-dicyanomethylene 2, 6-dimethyl-4H-pyran (DDP) dye in aqueous medium.  Hydrogen-bonding self-assemblies were investigated by addition of sugar derivatives to DDP dye which is an Intramolecular Charge Transfer (ICT) based fluorescent probe, results in a fluorescence enhancement accompanied with a shift towards the red region.    The coexistence of DDP dye with sugar derivatives signifies the presence of heterogeneous micro environment of DDP dye surrounded by varying proportion of the solute and water molecules around the dye moiety. sugar derivatives influence the excited state characteristics of DDP dye resulting in the formation and promotion of different distinguishable micro environment. The hydrophobicity of sugar derivatives along with the hydrogen-bonding properties of sugar -water and sugar - sugar largely influence the photo physical nature of DDP dye is emphasized.
Need of Feature Extraction in Coconut Tree Disease Detection: A Review
Authors: S. Nithya priya  , Dr. L. Ramesh
Published: October 2024

Agriculture has served as the primary means of sustenance for mankind for thousands of years. Even in the present day, it continues to support approximately 50% of the global population. Plant diseases pose a significant threat to crop production, resulting in substantial losses each year on a global scale. To mitigate the financial impact of these diseases, it is crucial to maintain the health of plants throughout their growth and development. The symptoms of infections are predominantly visible on plant leaves, making them a common indicator for disease detection and identification. However, visually observing and identifying diseases is a challenging task that requires extensive human expertise. To provide farmers with improved assistance in disease detection, image processing techniques combined with computational intelligence or soft computing techniques can be employed. These methods offer a more effective approach to disease detection. By extracting features from the symptoms of a disease, it becomes possible to identify and detect the presence of a disease in plants. Therefore, feature extraction techniques play a vital role in such systems. This paper focuses on reviewing the feature extraction methods, highlighting their advantages and disadvantages. It provides a comprehensive discussion on various image features, including color, texture, and shape, for different types of disorders found in diverse agricultural practices.
The Evolution of Edge Computing in a Data-Driven World
Authors: Badahun Kharumnuid  , Steffy Liza Kharmuti  , Lenin Thingbaijam
Published: October 2024

Edge computing is revolutionizing data processing and storage by bringing computational and data storage facilities closer to the data sources. This technique tackles the challenges faced by conventional clouds such as high latency and network congestion by employing the concept of data processed at the edge of the network in real-time. This paper discusses the edge computing paradigm and its evolution by covering the relevant concepts, benefits and trends that are changing within various industries. In particular, we assess the factors that make edge computing beneficial in terms of security, performance and efficiency concerns in smart cities, self-driving cars and internet of things (IoT) industries. This paper also reviews and reflects on the challenges of edge computing in terms of security, interoperability and scalability issues and how it can be overcome by integrating edge computing with fog computing, 5G and artificial intelligence (AI).
A Study of Sliding Base Isolation System: A Review
Authors: Karad R  , Murnal P
Published: October 2024

Seismic isolation systems are crucial for protecting structures by minimizing the transmission of acceleration during seismic events, and among the various types, the resilient sliding system, which combines restoring springs and sliders, is highly effective in mitigating seismic impacts. This system controls structural responses by balancing stiffness and friction, ensuring safety while maintaining the functionality of buildings. However, optimizing the design of this system requires carefully selecting combinations of stiffness and the coefficient of friction to achieve low acceleration levels, while simultaneously managing the relative displacement within the isolation system to protect both the structure and its occupants. Excessive displacement may compromise the integrity of the isolation system or cause damage to the structure it is meant to protect. The challenge lies in finding the optimal friction and stiffness levels that provide sufficient energy dissipation and restore forces without allowing displacement to exceed acceptable thresholds. Studies show that restoring forces generated by springs help limit excessive displacements, while sliders dissipate seismic energy, and adjustments in these parameters must account for variations in ground motion intensity and frequency. Thus, a balance between flexibility and resistance is essential in sliding systems to ensure maximum structural safety and occupant protection during earthquakes. This paper reviews different sliding isolation systems which fulfils the requirements of controlling the earthquake and functioning accordingly. It include systems such as PF, FPS, VFPI , CFPI,VFPS,PFPE, VCFPS,VFFPI etc.
An Evaluation of Stakeholder Involvement in the Development of Communication Plans Used in the Diffusion of Improved Maize Varieties among Farmers in the Semi-Arid Lower Eastern Kenya
Authors: Muli Emily , Sakwa Maurice , Chakava Masaya
Published: October 2024

Purpose: While it is acknowledged that increased adoption of agricultural innovations is today hinged on increased and proper application of participatory communication approaches, the adoption of improved maize varieties in the semi-arid Lower Eastern Kenya has remained low at less than 30 percent despite the application of the approach. Proper application of the approach requires adequate involvement of stakeholders in communication activities that include the assessment of the communication needs and the formulation of the communication strategies at all stages of the development and diffusion of an innovation. The purpose of this study was therefore, to assess the level of stakeholder involvement in the development of communication plans used in the diffusion of improved maize varieties among farmers in the semi- arid region of Lower Eastern Kenya
Methodology: Qualitative data was collected from farmers, agricultural scientists, agricultural extension officers and documents. It was analysed using a thematic analysis method in accordance with apriori themes and sub-themes developed by the researcher from the literature, principles of participatory communication approaches and the concerns of the research questions.
Findings: The study revealed a critical gap in stakeholder involvement during the development of the communication plans which could hinder the formulation of an effective communication strategy.
Unique Contribution to Theory, Practice and Policy: In order to improve the adoption rates of improved maize varieties in the semi-arid Lower Eastern Kenya, stakeholders should adequately be involved in the development of communication plans to enable them to uncover their information deficits and identify their existing communication networks necessary for sustained adoption of the maize seeds. This involvement facilitates free and open dialogue which leads to conscientization in which individuals and communities develop a critical understanding of their social reality through reflection and action; ownership where participants accept the initiative and become active participants and; praxis (practice) in which the imitative is fully accepted and used.
The Foreign Policy Dimensions of the Energy Trilemma: The Case of Serbia
Authors: Vidó Péter György
Published: October 2024

This paper examines the connection between Serbia’s foreign policy and its handling of the Energy Trilemma. Analysing how Serbia’s energy objectives fit into its foreign policy strategy, it explores the tensions between energy security and sustainability, particularly in Serbia’s reliance on fossil fuels and its cooperation with Russia. The analysis highlights the role of the European Union in promoting energy sustainability, providing policy recommendations that urge Serbia to enhance regional electricity connectivity, review ownership structures in key energy assets, and diversify energy sources for a more resilient supply.
The “Raw” Balance of Global Geopolitics and the New Scrambe for Africa
Authors: Byrappa Ramachandra
Published: October 2024

It seems that everyone wants a piece of the African continent, reviving nightmares of a return to the 19th-century European colonisation of the ‘Dark Continent’. Fears of neo-colonialist expansion by European countries like France, emerging hegemonic contenders like Communist China and revivalist powers like Turkey may be premature or unfounded. The reasons are simple. Africa is gaining real strength to fend off the aforementioned competitors because Africa has powerful new sponsors, some active and some not, who want to sponsor Africa’s genuine development for strategic reasons. Powers such as Russia want to create a “raw materials bloc” in order to establish a real balance in the new world order under construction. It is no longer the “liberal” West against Communist China. There is a new contender on the horizon – the “commodity bloc”, with Africa at its heart.
Penjadwalan Mata Pelajaran Menggunakan Metode Dynamic Programming (Studi Kasus SD Negeri 1 Babat Toman)
Authors: Riyanti Rizki , Heriansyah Rudi , Ramadhan Mustafa
Published: October 2024

Student subject scheduling is the process of selecting the optimal schedule for each student based on the availability of teacher
Student subject scheduling is selecting the optimal schedule for each student based on the availability of teacher schedules, teacher teaching hours, and subjects adjusted to grade levels. Many methods, including the Dynamic Programming method, can be used to solve this problem. Dynamic Programming is an optimization method that solves problems into smaller sub-problems and saves sub-problem solutions to avoid resolving. In scheduling student subjects, this method can select the optimal schedule by solving problems into smaller subproblems. Using Dynamic Programming allows scheduling student subjects to be done more efficiently and quickly. Overall, using dynamic programming to schedule student subjects provides a better and more efficient solution than other methods. Therefore, this method benefits schools or educational institutions that want to create an optimal lesson schedule for their students.
Menerapkan Metode Klasifikasi pada Data Uji Emisi Kendaraan di Jakarta dengan Menggunakan Jupyter Notebook
Authors: Muzaky Adamara , Arifianto Firman , Hendrowati Retno , Darwis Muhammad
Published: October 2024

This research aims to apply classification methods using Jupyter Notebook on vehicle emission test data in Jakarta. The rapid growth of vehicles and urbanization in Jakarta has led to increased air pollution, triggering concerns among the government and city residents. This research aims to identify hidden patterns, relationships, and trends in emission test data through a Data Mining approach with classification analysis methods. It is hoped that this research will significantly contribute to understanding the characteristics of vehicle emissions in Jakarta, including identifying dominant pollutants and factors influencing vehicle emissions.
Generic Graduate Attributes: Foundational Principles for Lifelong Education in Building a Sustainable Future
Authors: Jing Hoo Fang , Yusuf Ahmad Harith Syah Md. , Ayob Norazlina Mohamad , Maulan Sumarni , Jailani Adi Idham , Abdillah Nurul Hidayah Mohamad
Published: October 2024

Inside the framework of Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) 2030, foundational skills such as mindset and attitudes play an important role for developing sustainable development policies and lifelong learning initiatives into Malaysia’s educational system. This study aims to assess the characteristics of learners pertaining to the learning process, employability, and collaborative skills. Ninety-nine semester four LG120 students at Universiti Teknologi MARA Cawangan Melaka and Universiti Teknologi MARA Cawangan Johor were administered a 35-item questionnaire to evaluate seven dimensions of generic graduate qualities in lifelong education. Results were examined using SPSS, and mean scores along with standard deviations were obtained for each dimension. The results indicate that learners demonstrated a high level of receptiveness and have made progress in all seven sub-attributes associated with the ESD framework. It is essential for work-ready graduates to have strong technical skills and demonstrate exceptional generic ability to meet the demands of various working environments. Further investigation is needed into pedagogical methodologies and educational frameworks for the appropriate integration of various traits, particularly with specific generic attributes.
Exploring the Intersection of Industry 4.0 and Social Entrepreneurship: A Literature Review and Future Directions
Authors: Anuar Azyyati , Sadek Daing Maruak , Rahman Firdaus Abdul , Razali Mohamad Azli , Ishak Mohamad Shaufi , Abi Anwar Umari Abdurrahim
Published: October 2024

Industry 4.0 has affected several industries through AI, big data and IoT integration into various industries for efficiency in production. Nonetheless, the practice of social entrepreneurship has embraced these innovations less than their conventional counterparts because of such challenges as limited access to capital, qualified personnel, and resources. The purpose of this research is to shed light on the specific opportunities Industry 4.0 technologies can unlock for social entrepreneurship to create more value to address social issues with better solutions. In regard to limitations, the current study limits itself to an analysis of past literature, which confines the study findings to the avenues where tools in Industry 4.0 can be most effective in creating a positive impact alongside the manner in which social entrepreneurs could harness the toolbox provided to them by Industry 4.0 to amplify their positive impact on economies, health care, education and conservation of the environment. The review notes a rising trend in scholarly concerns with Industry 4.0 and its implications on social ventures, this discussion also reveals paucity of scientific information especially where there are deficits of concrete empirical data on experience and where there is lack of actual practice of implementing these advanced technologies in short resource environments. In this paper, authors point out that financial, technological, and policy-type challenges keep being the barriers that social entrepreneurs need to overcome to fully capitalise on these innovations. The study concludes that even though Industry 4.0 holds promises for the operationalisation of social enterprise in developing country settings, lack of structures and technical knowledge in the regions acts a limiting factor. To make Industry 4.0 feasible for organizations across the globe with a focus on those in LMICs, the revolution requires integration between technology creators, policy makers, and social entrepreneurs. Another factor significantly tied to these technologies is the emergence of permissive jurisprudential environments and relevant training curricula to safely apply these technologies in the resolution of the world’s problems. Thus, this study adds to the literature on possible impact of Industry 4.0 on social entrepreneurship and calls for more research on the subject to fill the gap that exists in the literature.
Language and the Church in Kenya: Unity, Diversity or Unity in Diversity?
Authors: Ondondo Emily Ayieta
Published: October 2024

Religion is an important aspect of the life of man and the society. This is because it is an important tool for relations within the society. Religion brings unity among people and the society at large. The unity of the church is of utmost importance for Christian religion and is, therefore, non-negotiable given that it determines the church. However, cultural and language differences exist even within churches of the same belief. So, in the church, should diversity violate unity and vice versa? The function of language in the church in the light of unity and diversity is therefore important. Which language should be used for the sake of the unity of the church in a diversified multilingual Kenyan environment? English, Kiswahili, local languages or an amalgamation of the three? Given that preaching is a social act, the study to which this paper is based adopts a descriptive design and discusses the social functions of language in religious sermons, showing how diversity in language is used in church to foster or hamper unity. The study demonstrates that different languages are used to elicit different social responses, thereby achieving different social functions and effects in the coordination of church activities. The ultimate goal being that respect for each other leads to recognition of the other, culminating into deep Christian confidence. Language is, therefore, used to bring a diversified people together as a unified community of faith, hence promoting unity in diversity in the church.
Empowering Healthcare through Waqf: Initiatives by the State Islamic Religious Council
Authors: Mohamed Daud Norizah , Che Man Norajila , Mohd Aris Noorfazreen
Published: October 2024

Health is a key element in a nation’s development and Malaysia’s public healthcare system is facing significant challenges, particularly rising costs. This study focuses on how the State Islamic Religious Council in Malaysia is using waqf (Islamic endowment) funds to support healthcare services. Transforming the waqf institution is necessary to ensure it stays relevant in today’s context. By reducing the reliance on government funding, waqf plays a crucial role in alleviating the financial burden on citizens, especially for those who cannot afford increasing healthcare costs, a problem worsened by the COVID-19 pandemic. Data was collected from a range of sources, including State Islamic Religious Council websites and related references on waqf and healthcare. The findings reveal that healthcare waqf significantly contributes to the nation, with initiatives such as dialysis centers, medical equipment, medications, waqf clinics, and support for COVID-19 treatment. These efforts highlight the potential for waqf to enhance Malaysia’s healthcare system. However, there remains significant potential for further enhancing public healthcare financing by improving the strategic use and management of waqf funds. By optimizing the allocation and utilization of these resources, the healthcare system can be strengthened, ensuring its long-term sustainability and reducing financial pressures on both the government and the public.
Farming for the Future: Assessing Sustainable Practices among Farm Tourism Sites in Bagabag, Nueva Vizcaya
Authors: Roella Grace U. Caoile, , Eleonor Joy C. Ceria, , Christine Joy S. Jacinto, , Angel Veronica R. Salome, , Mayvelyn S. Covita,
Published: October 2024

Farm tourism, an evolving sector within agriculture, has significantly impacted rural economies by transforming traditional farms into tourist destinations. This research investigated farm tourism practices in Bagabag, Nueva Vizcaya, focusing on evaluating sustainable practices and identifying the benefits and challenges faced by farm operators. The introduction addressed the evolution of farm tourism, emphasizing its role in economic diversification and sustainability. Historical and contemporary examples were highlighted to illustrate the connection between farm tourism and sustainable agricultural practices. The study employed a descriptive research design, incorporating qualitative analysis and thematic data treatment. Observations and interviews with farm owners, stakeholders, and tourists were conducted to capture narratives about farm operations and sustainability practices. This methodology aimed to provide a comprehensive analysis of sustainability challenges and benefits within Bagabag’s farm tourism sector, offering context-specific recommendations for enhancing sustainable practices. The results revealed that farm tourism sites in Bagabag utilized diverse sustainable practices, such as organic farming and crop cycling, which enhanced economic and environmental outcomes. These practices contributed to food security, job creation, and community engagement, while long-term goals focused on self-sufficiency and innovation. Despite successes, the farms faced challenges including fluctuating visitor numbers, management issues, and environmental concerns. The study concluded that integrating sustainable practices was essential for the viability of farm tourism, balancing economic growth with social and environmental responsibilities. Recommendations emphasized the importance of innovation, sustainable practices, and effective management to ensure long-term success and appeal to visitors.
Empowering Malaysian Higher Education: A Review of Cash Waqf Practices
Authors: Hussin Rohayati , Mazrah Manshor Nurul , Fazial Farahdina , Usman Muhammad
Published: October 2024

This study aims to examine the role of cash waqf in improving the sustainability and efficiency of higher education in Malaysia, with a focus on its impact on educational outcomes and institutional development. The research problem arises from the growing financial challenges faced by higher education institutions in Malaysia, which struggle to maintain quality and accessibility due to inadequate funding. While existing literature underscores the potential of waqf to address these financial shortfalls, particularly by enhancing access and quality, its full effectiveness is limited by challenges such as governance issues, regulatory barriers, and insufficient donor engagement. Thus, the objective of this study seeks to explore how cash waqf can overcome these challenges and contribute to the long-term sustainability of the higher education sector. The findings of the study reveal that cash waqf plays a significant role in boosting institutional performance, supporting funding structures, and fostering a conducive learning environment. Moreover, the integration of technology in waqf management, particularly in fund administration, enhances accountability among waqf managers and empowers donors, thereby opening up opportunities for innovative financing solutions. The policy implications suggest the need to revise policies that encourage public-private partnerships and improve the efficiency of waqf management through collaboration between universities and relevant waqf organisations. Additionally, understanding the socio-cultural factors influencing donor behaviour is critical for mobilising communities towards cash waqf contributions. The research also highlights the importance of tailored promotional strategies that resonate with cultural norms to sustain funding for higher education institutions. Consequently, this study provides valuable insights for policymakers and academic leaders on adopting effective cash waqf practices to strengthen the Malaysian higher education system.
State-of-Art Techniques for Photovoltaic (PV) Power Systems and their Impacts
Authors: Muthuvel Raj Suyambu  , Pawan Kumar Vishwakarma
Published: October 2024

Solar energy, a ubiquitous and free resource, has vast potential for addressing global energy needs through direct conversion into heat or electricity using photovoltaic (PV) and solar thermal technologies. The evolution of photovoltaic (PV) technology has transformed solar energy from a niche application to a major component of the global energy landscape. This article summarises the latest developments in photovoltaic power systems, with an emphasis on crystalline silicon and thin-film technology. It highlights key developments in efficiency, cost reduction, and emerging technologies such as organic photovoltaics and nanostructure oxide films. Despite significant progress, challenges remain, including cost, efficiency, and integration with energy systems. The paper concludes with recommendations for future research, emphasising the need for improved efficiency, durability, and integration of AI and energy storage solutions to improve a viability and sustainability of solar power
A Comprehensive Survey on Pattern Reconfigurable Antenna for Sub 6G Applications
Authors: Satyam Jadhav  , Sakshi Bonde  , Mayur Chidrawar  , Prof. Ganesh Madhikar
Published: October 2024

A Survey of Yagi-Uda antenna is proposed in this paper. This project focuses on the design and implementation of a pattern reconfigurable Yagi-Uda antenna operating in the 5 to 6 GHz frequency band. The antenna design switches between the reflector and director accordingly of a Yagi-Uda antenna by using radio frequency PIN diodes. This enables the antenna to switch between the maximum and minimum radiation towards desired signals or keeping away from the unwanted /interfering signals. The proposed pattern reconfigurable antenna is designed to dynamically adjust its radiation pattern to optimize performance in varying environments. Simulation and experimental results demonstrate the antenna's capability to operate efficiently within the 5 to 6 GHz range, offering significant improvements in coverage, signal quality, and interference management. The findings highlight the potential of pattern reconfigurable antennas as a key technology for next-generation wireless communication systems.Recent developments in antenna technology have highlighted the importance of incorporating reconfigurable features, especially in scenarios with changing signal environments. By utilizing radio frequency (RF) PIN diodes, the Yagi-Uda antenna design presented here not only allows for variable control of its radiation pattern but also maintains a compact and cost-effective configuration. This adaptability is essential for implementations within contemporary wireless networks, such as Wi-Fi, 5G, and various other developing communication systems, where effective spectrum usage and dynamic coverage are necessary
INCLUSION, ELIGIBILITY AND FORFEITURE
Authors: Imbrišević Miroslav
Published: October 2024

One of the buzzwords of today is ‘inclusion’. But the idea that everyone should be ‘included’ is a mistake, thoughtlessly reproduced by many. This holds in the private sphere, as well as in the institutional settings of the public sphere. There is very little conceptual analysis of the term, although there is plenty of literature on ‘social inclusion’ and the political vision of including the marginalized. My aim is to show that there are constraints on inclusion – particularly in institutional settings. Participation in social life is a kaleidoscope of inclusion and exclusion practices; this makes social life possible. Without inclusion/exclusion practices social life would be chaotic – if not impossible. Even philosophy journals have submission criteria which permit exclusion: e.g. the paper must not be under consideration by any other journal. Thus, exclusion is not per se a denial of someone’s dignity or a failure to recognize them as a fellow human being. The aim of this short essay is to raise awareness about inclusion and two of its constraints (eligibility and forfeiture), thereby starting a long overdue debate in the humanities.
EXAMEN CRÍTICO DE LOS ARGUMENTOS DE PLANTINGA EN DEFENSA DEL EXCLUSIVISMO RELIGIOSO
Authors: Singh Richa
Published: October 2024

In "Pluralism: A Defense of Religious Exclusivism" Alvin Plantinga defends religious exclusivism from a variety of objections. In this paper I discuss two of those objections. First, where Plantinga set two grounds of their religious beliefs as exclusivist, they missed to mention a third important ground of exclusive believe which is ‘Holy Scriptures’. In this paper I'll try to show that this third ground can change the scenario. Second, in the against of moral objections, like Exclusivists, are guilty of moral failures and arrogant, elitist, egotistical, unjust, oppressive, and imperialistic etc.; Plantinga reply that: Religious exclusivism is not necessarily a moral or intellectual failure and, (because?) given the human condition, some exclusivism is inevitable in our lives. In other words, there is no alternative to religious exclusivism. I argue, in contrast to Plantinga, that there is a contradiction in their argument and a version of this principle is not absolutely correct.
Priesthood and Temple in John’s Apocalypse
Authors: Tse Timothy B.
Published: October 2024

Timothy B. Tse argues that, while John uses language drawn from the Hebrew Bible’s descriptions of YHWH’s dwelling place, scholarship has overlooked the importance of his spatial transformation of that language. Tse thus uses theories relating to Relevance, Resistance Theory, Critical Space Theory, and Conceptual Metaphor, to demonstrate that a significant part of John’s apocalyptic strategy of resistance is to re-present his vision to his audience spatially, so that they can experience a divinely ordained alternative to the world in which they live.

Tse first demonstrates John's attempts to relegate his audience’s experience of space to his own revelation; John’s description of the visionary world creates the metaphors “the earth is a Sanctuary” and “the Saints are its priests.” Tse argues that, under this view, life on earth must be evaluated according to the concerns of the Sanctuary, which by definition requires the removal of everything impure, and the Saints (namely all Christians in both the historic and visionary worlds) must take priestly responsibility for the earth. John therefore portrays the Saints joining in the removal of all impurity upon the earth by fighting, as priests, in God and the Lamb’s war against Satan, Babylon, and all her impurities. Tse concludes that overall, John means to realign the church’s experience of space, so that they understand themselves as priests of the Sanctuary, and live according to that reality.
North Korea’s Nuclear Cinema
Authors: Shim Elizabeth
Published: October 2024

North Korea’s Nuclear Cinemaexamines why and how North Korea has transitioned to an image-based nuclear power in the changing context of a post-Cold War world.What exactly is the North Korean nuclear threat? Why is North Korea engaging in hostilities when its erstwhile adversaries have offered a diplomatic exit ramp? Chapter by chapter, it explains how North Korea’s footage-based nuclear politics is presented as military practice, but ultimately traces its lineage to cinematic propaganda, a tradition that blurs the line between image and reality.

By leveraging cinematic resources in place of physical military mobilization, North Korea continues to move international political actors with the mere suggestion of nuclear power. At a moment when North Korea is enhancing media representation, this book dives into a timely exploration of how the regime is projecting state power as South Korean televisual media challenges the North Korean communist spectacle that has held a captive audience for decades.
Art Botany in British Design Reform, 1835-1865
Authors: Alford Sarah
Published: October 2024

Drawing on the fields of design history and the history of science, this book examines the important role that botanical science played in the emergence of Victorian design theory.

In early 19th-century Britain, a rapid influx of plants from other countries began to confuse the orders of classification. As these new specimens arrived in nurseries and conservatories, botanists revised and promoted a new taxonomy: the Natural System. In parallel, in 1835, British manufacturers faced a government inquiry in order to improve the output of the British design industry. They needed a nationally identifiable design aesthetic and the inquiry led to the creation of the Government Schools of Design and the Design Reform movement. This book explores how, whilst botanists used drawings to clarify new systems of plant classification, designers learnt ‘art botany’, the practice of basing decorative form and ornament on the hidden, natural laws that govern plant growth and structure. Design reformers used botany as a model for how to create and identify what is new and incorporate it into what was already familiar and meaningful, all within the purview of developing a professional field of practice.

Sarah Alford provides a rich, interdisciplinary study of how the fields of design and botanical science came together. Through a framework of material culture, Alford sheds new light on the work of leading botanists, designers and illustrators such as Sarah Drake, John Lindley, Richard Redgrave, Owen Jones and Christopher Dresser. This book reveals how the designation of what design reformers deemed appropriate for the surface decoration of material structures as varied as carpets, jugs, wallpaper, and furniture, was an embrace of botanical science as a source of fantasy and imagination.
Semiotics of the COVID-19 Pandemic
Authors: Barreneche Sebastián Moreno
Published: October 2024

Focusing on the discursive dimension of the COVID-19 pandemic from a semiotic perspective, this book uses semiotic theory and methods to analyse the meaning-making mechanisms and dynamics that occurred during, and revolved around, the pandemic.

Demonstrating the utility of semiotic theory, concepts and analytical methods to make sense of discursive phenomena like those triggered by the COVID-19 pandemic, the book explores in detail:

· the blame-attribution discourses that emerged at the beginning of the pandemic; · how the coronavirus was brought to life in plastic and visual manifestations as a monster that poses a threat to humans; · how the collective actor ‘the healthcare workers’ was constructed in discourse and axiologised in positive terms; · the semiotics of the body during the pandemic, with a focus on the face, facemasks, social distancing and the uses of the body in online environments; · the idea of a ‘new’ normality following the pandemic.

The book examines different dimensions of the COVID-19 pandemic, including examples from Europe, Latin America and the United States and a wide range of images, texts, practices and objects, in order to highlight the importance of its discursive and semiotic nature.
Encountering Material Culture Through Archaeological Fiction
Authors: Dodd Kerry
Published: October 2024

Investigating the representation of artefacts, objects and ‘things’ in a range of predominantly Western archaeological fiction from the late Victorian period to the modern day, this book examines the narratives through which humanity represents its own material heritage in relation to notions of enchantment, exhibition, estrangement, adventure, tourism and waste.

Kerry Dodd asserts that comprehending the structures through which material culture is presented within archaeological media reveals the structures that transform an object from rubbish to relic. Calling upon such indicative literature, films, TV series and video games asTomb Raider,Indiana Jones,UnchartedandRelic Hunter, this book explores the depiction of material culture through three principal areas – relics, exhibition and adventure.

Outlining a critical framework of artefact representation, Dodd argues that such iconic moments as Howard Carter’s remark that he saw ‘wonderful things’ when he broke into the antechamber of Tutankhamun’s tomb remain recognisable through the evocation of a spectacular visual, despite little concrete definition of the objects witnessed. This book offers a unique exploration of how such figures as Indiana Jones, Lara Croft and Carter have cemented a cultural recognition of what an artefact constitutes as being dependent on how an object is encountered. It is through the very ‘wonder’ of things that Dodd breaks down the boundaries between popular and professional archaeology by pushing forward critical considerations of material culture.
Pedagogies of Collapse
Authors: Servant-Miklos Ginie
Published: October 2024

Climate change, biodiversity collapse, pandemics, wars, resource shortages, inflation, socio-economic inequality… after decades of progress and prosperity, the world has hit the limits to growth predicted by the Meadows report of 1972. How do we talk to and teach young people about collapse without triggering defence mechanisms of denial and depression? The simple answer is that we mostly don’t.

This urgent, and radically honest, open access book looks collapse in the face, acknowledges the temptation for denial and despair, but chooses hope.Pedagogies of Collapsemakes a dire, fact-packed case for the urgency of action, but resists the urge to fall into the usual categories of environmental discourses. It rejects both the unwarranted optimism of progress narratives and the unhelpful despair of extinction narratives. Instead, Ginie Servant-Miklos makes the case for facing hard truths about the present and future with imperfect, trauma-informed learning practices and space for experimental pedagogies. The book takes the reader on a journey through the life sciences, political economy, psychology and philosophy with humour and accessible explanations. It weaves the authors' experiences as an educator, humanitarian and public speaker through a hopeful search for existential meaning through learning in times of collapse. The book includes a preface by Stephen Chan, Professor of World Politics at SOAS, University of London, UK.

The ebook editions of this book are available open access under a CC BY-NC-ND 4.0 licence on bloomsburycollections.com. Open access was funded by Erasmus University Rotterdam.
Conversational Storytelling in Spanish-English Bilingual Couples
Authors: Pahom Olga
Published: October 2024

For more than three decades, the percentage of people who married someone of a different race, ethnicity, culture, or linguistic background has been on the rise in the United States, but the communication practices of such couples have remained understudied. Combining bilingualism, gender studies, and conversation analysis, this book explores and describes the storytelling practices and language choices of several married heterosexual Spanish-English bilingual couples, all residing in Texas but each from different geographic and cultural backgrounds.

Based on more than 900 minutes of conversations and interviews, the book offers a data-driven analysis of the ways in which language choices and gender performance shape the stories, conversations, and identities of bilingual couples, which in turn shape the social order of bilingual communities. Using a combination of methodologies to investigate how couples launch, tell, and respond to each other’s stories, the book identifies seven main factors that the couples see as primary determinants of their choice of English and Spanish during couple communication. The use of conversation analysis highlights the couples’ own practices and perceptions of their language choices, demonstrating how the private language decisions of bilingual couples enable them to negotiate a place in the larger culture, shape the future of bilingualism, and establish a couple identity through shared linguistic and cultural habits.
Positive Youth Development Principles in Practice
Authors: Samuelson Peter L.
Published: October 2024

This open access book tells the story of eight youth service organizations in the USA, using the voices of the impacted youth and the staff who accompanied them.Drawing on a series of structured interviews with young people and staff and informed by positive youth development (PYD), ideas the author proposes nine universal principles for working with youth from under-resourced neighborhoods that can be applied to any youth organization. The principles include orienting youth towards a purposeful future, providing an opportunity to build academic and critical thinking abilities, and developing individual’s identity and sense of agency. The book contributes to the emerging methodology of principles-focused evaluation and draws on range of disciplines including psychology, education and youth studies.

The ebook editions of this book are available open access under a CC BY-NC-ND 4.0 licence on bloomsburycollections.com. Open access was funded by the Thrive Foundation.
Wards of Court and the Inherent Jurisdiction
Authors: George Rob
Published: October 2024

This open access book explores the High Court’s powers under its inherent jurisdiction and wardship in relation to children and incapacitous and vulnerable adults.

The book introduces the inherent jurisdiction and investigates its place in the modern law. Part 1 provides a comprehensive history of the inherent jurisdiction, before giving a detailed account of the core principles and procedure applicable today, and comparing the approaches taken in Scotland, Ireland, Canada, Australia and New Zealand. Part 2 considers the court’s use of its inherent jurisdiction in specific categories of case, including child abduction, medical decision-making about children, child protection, incapacitous and vulnerable adults.

Despite its ancient roots, the inherent jurisdiction is relied on by High Court judges on a daily basis, in both everyday and cutting-edge cases. This book argues that the court’s approach to some of these cases is justified, but that judges often make unnecessary and inappropriate use of the inherent jurisdiction.

Through its critical examination of the modern use of wardship and the inherent jurisdiction, the book is essential reading for practitioners and researchers working in this field.

The ebook editions of this book are available open access under a CC BY-NC 4.0 licence on bloomsburycollections.com.
Judging Composite Decision-Making
Authors: Bastos Filipe Brito
Published: October 2024

This book examines the European Court of Justice’s principles relating to composite decision-making.

Through rigorous case law analysis, it shows how these rely on national and Union observance of rule of law requirements, under what the book calls the ‘Unitary Protection’ doctrine. It explores the theoretical dimension of this doctrine, illustrating how it represents a departure from the EU’s foundational federalist approach to administrative law. This fills a long-standing gap in the literature and in our full understanding of composite decision-making, a key tenet of EU law. EU constitutional and administrative law scholars will be fascinated by this compelling study.
Tax Advisers' Guide to Trusts
Authors: Kimber Jacquelyn , Bell Julie
Published: October 2024

This title is written to provide tax advisers an understanding of the UK tax rules applicable to trusts resident in the UK or abroad, and the resultant tax liabilities of the trustees, settlors and beneficiaries, and opportunities for reducing those liabilities where possible. As well as background to trusts and trustees powers and duties, the commentary deals with the main types of private trusts and the rules that apply to them- these cause practitioners the biggest headache. There are also important chapters in residence and domicile and foreign trusts, charitable trusts, and purpose and heritage trusts. A number of specialist areas such as protective and vulnerable persons trusts are also dealt with. This new edition covers the significant legislative changes reflected in several Finance Acts since the publication of the last edition in 2020. These include:

Updates to the Trust Registration Service by HMRC following new anti-money laundering regulations Responses to the Government’s consultation on the taxation of trusts Changes to the rules for additions to existing settlements from July 2020 This updated edition also includes a review of recent tax cases, including Barclays Wealth Trustees (Jersey) Ltd & Anor v HMRC (excluded property trust status and the treatment of inter-trust transfers) and a number of more recent cases relating to the interpretation of trust legislation.

A digital version of this title is available as part of our online tax resources. Contact our sales team to ask about access - onlinesales@bloomsburyprofessional.com