bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
VIOLIN AND ORCHESTRA CONCERTO BY S. BARBER IN THE CONTEXT OF ADDRESSES TO THE GENRE IN THE PERFORMING AND COMPOSING PRACTICE OF THE TWENTIETH CENTURY
Authors: BERKUL T.S.
Published: November 2024

The problem of performing interpretation and theoretical understanding of the genre of instrumental concerto, popular in the twentieth century, which is topical in modern music studies and pedagogy, is revealed by the author in this article on the example of one of the most repertory works: Violin and Orchestra Concerto op. 14 by S. Barber. The difference in performing interpretations of such an unusual Concerto in terms of structure is explained by its attractive musical style and a rather high level of difficulty (especially in the finale).
DEVELOPING THE VISUAL THINKING OF CHINESE STUDENTS IN THE PROCESS OF TEACHING PIANO
Authors: YIXUAN ZHAO , YUDIN A.P.
Published: November 2024

Piano-performing art in China is currently undergoing a period of intensive development. At the same time, it is difficult to ignore the fact that Chinese pianists lag behind European pianists in adequately conveying the artistic content of the works they perform. It can be assumed that this is primarily due to differences in the mental peculiarities of visual thinking of representatives of different cultures, and far from being due to a lack of professional competence in the field of interpreting artistic images. Therefore, the aim of this article is an attempt to identify what are the cultural and historical features and how they can influence the development of artistic and visual thinking of students of music universities. Based on the analysis of a number of scientific works in the field of psychology of thinking, perception and creative imagination, the article proposes methods for the development of students’ visual thinking. The methods proposed in the article can be used not only when Chinese performers master the works of European composers, but also the pieces of Chinese authors by representatives of the European musical tradition.
STRUCTURAL-TECHNOLOGICAL UNITS OF YOUNG KARATE ATHLETES TRAINING AND COMPETITIVE ACTIVITIES SELF-CONTROL CONTENTS
Authors: BEDAREVA O.N. , TAMARSKAYA N.V. , KUZMENKO G.A.
Published: November 2024

The process of high-quality mastering of motor actions in child and youth sports is directly related to the content definition of the characteristics of self-control. The study aims to specify the structural and technological units of the content of self-control of training and competition activity of young karate athletes. During the study, a number of errors connected with the orientation and content identity of pedagogical control and self-control were distinguished in the coach’s pedagogical activity; lack of successive complication of pedagogical control and self-control content in the development of educational material in the physical, technical-tactical, theoretical and applied, psychological training; insufficient connection of self-control categories with effective characteristics of competitive behaviour; poor definition of basic (key) and additional procedural and effective characteristics of successive and sequential educational material development. The structural components of self-control technological map of the technical element “mawashi-geri” development in the block of physical training are presented. In the physical training self-control structure and the results of physical well-being, three levels of complication are distinguished, reflected in 9 qualitative characteristics that go to the integrative component a young karate athlete self-control of competitive behaviour effectiveness parameters. High factor weights were revealed: procedural characteristics of pedagogical control - basic and additional procedural-resultative ones, building an informative field of additional quality criteria; self-control procedural characteristics - basic and additional procedural-resultative ones, their cluster conjugation is substantiated.
RUSSIAN CIVILISATION: FEATURES OF THE FORMATION AND SELF-DISCOVERY
Authors: KISELEV A.F. , LUBKOV A.V.
Published: November 2024

What does the concept of “civilization” mean and what are its characteristics? What are the specifics of Russian civilization? These questions still do not have a definite answer. The problems associated with the concept of “civilization”, have not lost their acuteness, but are only becoming more relevant, so the authors focused on the analysis of the peculiarities of the formation and development of Russian civilization and comprehension of its national-cultural code, referring to the heritage of national history and culture.
BASIC METHODS OF COGNITIVE-DISCURSIVE TERMINOLOGY
Authors: MANERKO L.A.
Published: November 2024

The article focuses on the trends of using native Russian and borrowed terminological units to identify the notions of new complex areas of knowledge. In order to analyze the degree of neurolinguistics terminology development, the author applies Prof. V.M. Leitchik’s theory on the language substratum and the logical superstratum of the terminological sign. The target goal of the research is identifying the key terms of modern neurolinguistics. The author describes her method of collecting key Russian neurolinguistic terms represented on an online platform. The author’s working definition of the term “neurolinguistics" is formulated, and recommendations for structuring this field of knowledge are given. It is suggested to discuss to what extent new terms as well as digital research tools help to reveal new aspects of the relationship between language and thought. The author concludes that it is necessary to be attentive to research traditions and carefully analyze the rich national scientific heritage when using new digital tools in linguistics.
CORPUS RESEARCH EXPERIENCE ENGLISH SUBSTANTIVE TERMINOLOGISMS
Authors: NIKULINA E.A. , SOKOLOVA M.A.
Published: November 2024

The article presents the characteristics of modern social requirements to the professional competence of flight attendants, analyzes the structure of professional competence, shows objective contradictions in approaches to the professional training of flight attendants, concludes that it is necessary to build the training process on the basis of socio-pedagogical approaches. Theoretical and methodological foundations and structure of the socio-pedagogical model of flight attendants’ professional training, built on the basis of axiological, personality-oriented and competence-based approaches, principles of level, modularity, integrity, social interaction are described.
Globalization and Its Impact on Cultural Management and Creative Economy
Authors: Stepanova Tetyana
Published: November 2024

Introduction. Globalization affects cultural management and the creative economy, creating new opportunities and challenges through international integration and technological innovation. The development of effective management strategies in a global environment is becoming increasingly relevant in view of its scientific novelty and practical significance. Purpose and methods. The purpose of the study is to provide a deeper understanding of the impact of globalization on cultural management and the creative economy by analyzing the interactions between global processes and cultural industries. The study focuses on a comprehensive analysis of the impact of globalization on cultural management and the creative economy. In particular, it is based on an integrative approach and the use of system analysis methods. Results. The results of the study show that globalization affects cultural industries, creating new challenges and opportunities. The analysis of globalization processes has shown that changes in the global economic and cultural landscape shape the prospects for the creative sector. In particular, the aspects of digital transformation, intellectual property protection, the role of cultural diversity and international collaboration were explored. Conclusions. The article summarizes the impact of globalization on cultural management and the creative economy, highlighting its role as a catalyst for change that generates challenges and new opportunities in these areas.
Digital Management in the Field of Art and Music Industry
Authors: Pushmin Arsenii
Published: November 2024

Introduction. In the modern information society, which is in a constant state of transformation and evolution, the role of technology and digitization in various fields of human activity is becoming increasingly significant. One area where the impact of digital innovation is particularly evident is the arts, namely the music industry. The development of digital technologies and online communications has brought significant changes to all music industry processes: from music content production to its promotion and distribution. Purpose and methods. The purpose of the article is to analyze the features of digital management in the field of art and music industry, identify unique challenges and opportunities for creators, musicians and other industry participants in the digital age by considering the key aspects of digital management. The work is based on dialectical, deductive, systemic and interdisciplinary approaches, which made it possible to generalize theoretical and practical achievements accumulated by society in the context of digital management. Results. The essence of digital management, its features in the field of art and music industry are revealed. The stages of digitalization as part of the process of adaptation and integration of new technologies in various spheres of activity are defined. The key components of digital management in the field of art and music industry have been identified. Conclusions. The scientific novelty of the   research results lies in deepening the understanding of the essence of digital management, its features in the field of art and the music industry. The significance of the study is found in the addition of cultural science with new theoretical provisions about digital management in the field of art, as well as in the possibility of using them in the process of increasing the efficiency of activities in the music industry in the digital era.
Biophilosophical knowledge through the prism of philosophical-educational approaches
Authors: Berehova Halyna
Published: November 2024

The article is devoted to the methodological and methodical function of the philosophy of education regarding the variability of the content of modern philosophical knowledge in higher education. The article argues why biophilosophy, as an educational discipline, can be included in educational and educational-scientific programs as a mandatory or optional component. The relevance of the study of biophilosophy for future generations is also asserted, since biophilosophy is a variant of naturalistically oriented philosophy, the conceptual core of which is life, and the content of biophilosophical knowledge covers the philosophy of biology, the philosophy of life and related axiology. It is determined in the work that biophilosophical knowledge contains a potential opportunity to form a worldview in a person with the prevailing ideas of the value and significance of life, to provide a deep awareness of the unity of man and living nature, and therefore to contribute to the comprehensive disclosure of the epistemological, ontological, methodological and axiological foundations of life, on which life is built biological picture of the world. Biophilosophical cognition is interpreted as an intellectual and mental component of personal knowledge (in particular, knowledge about living things) and becomes the basis and source of further relevant cognitive processes (biological knowledge), which stimulates the humanization of human activity, harmonizes human relationships, and is indirectly manifested in the change of people’s attitude to the surrounding world. The conclusions state that biophilosophy in the system of higher education can be a new worldview paradigm for the preservation of human culture and civilization, provided it is popularized through institutions of higher education. Also, biophilosophy, as an educational discipline and a discipline of the new enlightenment, can successfully fulfill one of the main educational tasks: to form in the minds of young people a modern biological picture of the world and a modern worldview.
Translation as (Mis)interpretation: The Case of the Philosophy of the Late Fichte
Authors: Ivashchenko Ivan
Published: November 2024

The article examines the essays dedicated to the philosophy of the late Fichte, specifically to the concept of the image and the absolute (Netrebiak, 2022 and 2024). It demonstrates the issues arising, on the one hand, from neglecting the context of Fichte’s philosophy in attempts to interpret his late philosophy and, on the other hand, from misinterpreting Fichte’s terminology and incorrect translations of his texts. Additionally, it refutes the claim regarding the theological context of Fichte’s philosophy, which consistently developed Kant’s program of transcendental philosophy. This program aimed at reforming Christian epistemology and ethics by considering knowledge as the source of faith. The article also deals with Kant’s thesis on the setting aside (aufheben) of knowledge in order to make room for faith (KrV, B XXX) in the context of Luther’s translation of the biblical verb καταργεῖν (Rom. 3:31) as Kant’s claim for a reformation of Christianity. The path of Christianity (and the Christian philosopher) is the justification of knowledge (law, norms) through faith. Kant, however, radically rethinks this stance by justifying faith through knowledge. At bottom, Kant revises Christianity by rejecting transcendence, the supposed source of epistemic and practical world relations, leading to his critique of Christian ethics and its golden rule of morality whithin his doctrine of categorical imperatives. From this perspective, Fichte merely continues Kant’s program of transcendental philosophy, offering a path from knowledge to faith. Attempts to put forward a theological interpretation of Fichte’s Wissenschaftslehre fundamentally contradict both the early and later versions of the Wissenschaftslehre, as they disregard the epistemological context in which Fichte consistently developed Kant’s revolutionary equating of objective validity with objective reality, even though he employed his own original theoretical vocabulary.
The path to national leadership: an understanding of the 25-year formation of the Institute of Higher Education of the National Academy of Educational Sciences of Ukraine
Authors: Lugovyi Volodymyr
Published: November 2024

In the article, from the positions of the director (2006-2012), part-time chief researcher and member of the academic council (since 2006), national higher education reform expert (since 2009), the features of the 25-year history of Institute of Higher Education of the National Academy of Educational Sciences of Ukraine, which founded in the context of global, regional and national development of higher education, its quantitative growth and qualitative enrichment, efficiency of activity are considered. The stages and aspects of the modernization of the institutional mission (goal) and the corresponding status and structural reformatting of the institution as a national leader in systematic research in the university sphere are highlighted. The most important fundamental achievements obtained with the author’s participation and relevant for the science of universities (university studies), that born in the institute, as well as for creation of leadership universities as locomotives of progress, are noted. With regard to European integration, the scientific support for the development of the European Higher Education Area according to the Bologna process, Ukraine’s participation in them, in particular in two key dimensions: 1) compatibility and comparability and 2) competitiveness and attractiveness, and the spread of international cooperation and communication of the institute’s scientists, are characterized. Regarding national self-identification and self-sufficiency, ensuring state sovereignty, the contribution of scientists of the institution to the justification of the principles of increasing the competitiveness of Ukrainian universities and the development of a strategy for creating world-class universities is shown. It was concluded that the research activity of the staff of the scientific institution is important for the approaching victory in the war started by the russian federation, increasing the defence capability and security, post-war innovative recovery and European integration of Ukraine.
About Kultaieva Mariia Dmytrivna
Authors: Korabliova Nadiia
Published: November 2024

Memories, words of gratitude and deep respect for Mariia Dmytrivna Kultaieva from her colleague and friend Nadiia Stepanivna Korabliova.
Dedication to the memory of Maria Kultaіeva
Authors: Proleiev Serhii
Published: November 2024

Memories, words of gratitude and deep respect for Maria Dmitrivna Kultaeva from her colleague and friend Serhiy Proleev.
Mariia Dmytrivna Kultaieva as a scientific supervisor
Authors: Abashnik Volodymyr
Published: November 2024

Words of gratitude and deep respect for Mariia Dmytrivna Kultaieva from her colleague and student Volodymyr Oleksiyovych Abashnik.
Maria Kultaieva und die Kritische Theorie
Authors: Asmuth Christoph
Published: November 2024

Memories, words of gratitude and deep respect for Maria Dmitrivna Kultaeva from her colleague Christoph Asmuth.
Memory. There are people who are not forgotte
Authors: Sztobryn Sławomir
Published: November 2024

Words of gratitude and deep respect for Maria Dmitrivna Kultaeva from her colleague Sławomir Sztobryn.
The insurmountable energy of the mind – education, science and culture – in the strategy of the civilizational development of mankind
Authors: Andrushchenko Viktor
Published: November 2024

Perhaps, the most mysterious phenomenon in the world is man, and among his qualities it is the mind. Whether created “from the dust of the earth” or brought from distant cosmic depths, formed as a result of the evolution of nature or some other yet to be recognized miracle, man has conquered nature, created a univer­sally artificial world, a «second nature» – culture, and has now become not only the master of the Planet but is also looking more and more pragmatically into the Cosmos. The first attempts to master it (as well as the entire previous path of conquering nature) suggest that man possesses some incredibly secret power that allows him to rise and dominate the world. This power is the power of the mind – science, education and culture. It united all other human qualities into a single energy complex, concentrated them in the ability to work, thanks to which it mastered nature, and directed man into a civilized path. Philosophers studied both the historical sources of the origin of the mind, as well as the patterns of its development and the prospects for further application in society and the world. The mind finds various, sometimes unexpected ways for its embodiment – not only in science, philosophy, education, but also in folk traditions, in the prophecies of mystics and maxims of sages. At the same time, the loss of reason can take vari­ous forms – from “mind loss” to the loss of human values at work to the madness of war. The departure from “reason” creates civilizational conflicts, which mostly end in war. The current one is the deepest and most threatening. It is exacerbated by the ruscists’ threat to use nuclear weapons. To put an end to ruscism, to eradi­cate violence, to ensure the Ukrainian victory and to establish guaranteed peace and cooperation between nations – this is the «wisdom» of the mind, its inex­haustible energy, which guarantees new prospects for the civilizational progress of mankind.
From humanism to neohumanism, posthumanism and transhumanism: pedagogical reading
Authors: Sukhomlynska Olga
Published: November 2024

The article is dedicated to highlighting the concepts of humanism, neohumanism, posthumanism, transhumanism, their reading through the prism of pedagogical science and practice. The text is based on analysis of Ukrainian, French, and Polish sources, as well as own considerations. It has been found that the classical interpretation of humanism during the last decades has been subject to revision by various researchers due to the growing contradictions between the social, economic, and spiritual needs of society and the consideration of humanism with its anthropocentric attitude towards man as the measure of all things. It was found that they led to an expanded and modified understanding of it, which was called neohumanism (new humanism). The article describes the researchers’ interpretation of neohumanism, which is based on moral and ethical ideas and ideals that relate to philosophical, ecological, pedagogical and other aspects of human life. It was noted that because of the sharp growth of new technologies, two concepts critical to humanism/ neohumanism emerged – posthumanism and transhumanism. The text reveals the concept of posthumanism, which, according to the researchers, considers man in unity, merging with machines, technological devices, that is, human and non-human. The main characteristics of post-humanist trends are provided, which testify to the gradual disappearance of man as an active and self-sufficient effective person. It is noted that, accordingly, transhumanism, as a radicalized branch of posthumanism, is focused on the use of technologies with the aim of creating a physically and mentally perfect person (Homo Perfectus), when the difference between man and machine is erased. It is shown how these processes affect the modern education system, which absorbs new technologies at an accelerated pace, replacing its traditional tools for teaching reading, writing, arithmetic, aimed at the formation of «long» memory, with technological devices. The article also raises the issue of neo-humanism, which is biocentric in nature, and in the pedagogical aspect manifests itself as a humane attitude towards nature, living beings, primarily animals. Such a trend becomes especially relevant in the context of ecocide caused by Russia’s military actions against Ukraine. A conclusion was made about the need to get acquainted with these processes, taking them into account for the development of the modern domestic educational space.
Designing and Implementing Educational Philanthropic Scale
Authors: Alam Jahangir
Published: November 2024

Philanthropy plays a significant role in developing and promoting education over the world. The motives of philanthropy have been studied by designing different scales, most of which are based on the behavior of non-philanthropists, some scales even contain reverse answers for which complexity arises in calculating the scores, there have been limited studies on the educational philanthropic scale too. Danobir Dr. Syed Ragib Ali is one of the renowned philanthropists in Bangladesh, there are a good number of studies on his philanthropic contribution but very few of them focused on the level of educational philanthropy of Dr. Ali. This study aims to critically revisit the existing philanthropic scales so far to design an educational philanthropic scale and assess the level of educational philanthropy of Danobir Dr. Syed Ragib Ali using the newly formed scale. After carefully reviewing the literature, the study initially designed a 35-item ‘Educational Philanthropic Scale (EPS)’ and conducted a purposive online survey among 400 different levels of educational entrepreneurs in Bangladesh. Then, an exploratory factor analysis was conducted from the usable 317 responses and finally, a 27-item scale was prepared. The Cronbach’s Alpha has been tested for reliability and the Kaiser-Meyer-Olkin (KMO) calculated for sampling adequacy. By using this scale it is found that Danobir Dr. Syed Ragib Ali is an exceptionally educational philanthropist. The findings of this study significantly contribute to the existing literature and can broadly be used to assess the educational philanthropic levels within individuals and organizations. The future researcher can find a new horizon to update the scale.
The Influence of Women’s Empowerment on The Preference for Contraceptive Methods in Indonesia: A Multinomial Logistic Regression Modelling
Authors: Fulazzaky Tahira , Indahwati Indahwati , Fitrianto Anwar , Erfiani Erfiani , Khikmah Khusnia Nurul
Published: November 2024

The concept of women's empowerment encompasses enabling women to take control of their own lives, independently make choices, and fulfill their complete capabilities. Numerous research studies examined the correlation between the empowerment of women and their reproductive health. In Indonesia, female labor force participation is relatively low. As a result, research on the influence of empowering women on contraceptive method preference in Indonesia makes sense. This research aims to find the multinomial logistic regression model in choosing contraceptive methods for married women in Indonesia and to identify the women’s empowerment traits that most impact contraceptive method choice.  For this study, the researchers utilized secondary data obtained from the 2017 Indonesian Demographic and Health Survey (IDHS). The participants consisted of women between the ages of 15 and 49 who were married. The total number of respondents sampled was 49,216. Variables that significantly affect contraceptive method use include the respondent's current employment, the respondent has bank account or other financial institution accounts, the cumulative count of offspring previously born and beating justified if the wife argues with her husband. The analysis is obtained using the multinomial logistic regression test, independency, multicollinearity, and parameter test, and the selection is made by considering either the smallest value of Akaike's information criterion or the option that achieves the highest level of accuracy. Findings highlight four significant variables: Firstly, employed women are more likely to use contraceptives than the unemployed. Secondly, access to banking services correlates with a higher likelihood of contraceptive use. Thirdly, women with more children tend to prefer long-acting reversible contraceptives. Lastly, endorsement of spousal violence justifiability is linked to conventional contraceptive selection. These results emphasize the roles of employment, financial access, family size, and gender-based violence perceptions in shaping contraceptive choices in Indonesia. Model 3 emerges as the most accurate predictor of preferences after eliminating six variables based on rigorous testing and multicollinearity considerations. These findings underscore the importance of addressing economic empowerment and gender-related issues in Indonesian reproductive health programs and policies. Such a comprehensive approach can enhance women's autonomy, enabling them to make crucial life choices and ultimately improving their overall well-being.
Machine Learning-based Prediction Model for Adverse Pregnancy Outcomes: A Systematic Literature Review
Authors: Abdurrahman Eka Santy , Siregar Kemal N. , Rikawarastuti  , Sutedja Indrajani , Nasir Narila Mutia
Published: November 2024

Most of Adverse Pregnancy Outcomes (APO) are preventable particularly if the health personnel can early detect the risk.  This study aimed to review articles on how the machine learning model can predict APO for early detection to prevent neonatal mortality. We conducted a systematic literature review by analyzing seven articles which published between 1 January 2013 and 31 October 2022. The search strategy was the populations are pregnant women, intervention using machine learning for APO prediction, and the outcomes of APO are Low Birth Weight, preterm birth, and stillbirth. We found that the predictors of LBW were demographic, maternal, environmental, fetus characteristics, and obstetric factors. The predictors of preterm birth were demographics and lifestyle. Meanwhile, the predictors of stillbirth were demographic, lifestyle, maternal, obstetric, and fetus characteristics. It was indicated that Random Forest (Accuracy: 91.60; AUC-ROC: 96.80), Extreme Gradient Boosting (Accuracy: 90.80; AUC-ROC: 95.90), logistic regression (accuracy 90.24% and precision 87.6%) can be used to predict the risk of APO. By using a machine learning algorithm, the best APO prediction models that can be used are logistic regression, random forest, and extreme gradient boosting with sensitivity values and AUC of almost 100%. Demographic factors are the main risk factors for APO.
Revolutionizing Nursing Higher Education: Virtual Reality-Based Elderly Care Service Practice Simulation: A Systematic Review
Authors: Asmirajanti Mira , Antia Antia , Tamly Wahyu
Published: November 2024

Nursing services in the elderly population play an important role in modern nursing practice, especially with the growth in the number of elderly. The presence of competent and trained nurses is crucial to providing effective care to this demographic. One potential method to improve nursing students' understanding and skills in aged care is the utilization of Virtual Reality (VR) technology to simulate aged services.  This study aims to identify the virtual reality-based elderly nursing service simulation revolution through a systematic review. Systematic Literature Review is conducted by searching the data sources ScienceDirect, Pubmed, CINAHL, and Google Scholar. Inclusion and exclusion criteria based on the PICO approach, are used to select suitable articles, with a range of publication years from 2018 to 2022. Of the 2241 articles identified at the start of the study, 46 relevant articles were selected after narrowing through a review of titles and abstracts. Of these, 24 articles were selected for further analysis according to the research theme. The results showed that the use of VR technology significantly increased the competence of nursing students, and increased clinical skills, confidence, and understanding of human physiological anatomy.  VR simulations have proven effective in providing services to elderly patients, including teaching elderly oral hygiene, training in the prevention of dizziness and falls, practicing ADL, and teaching relaxation techniques to reduce pain and symptoms of depression. The new opportunities in nursing higher education innovation, VR technology provides an immersive experience for students in caring for an aging population that is growing, along with technological developments.
The Relationship between Physical Environment (Temperature and Noise) and Work Fatigue in Gas Station Operators in Pontianak City
Authors: Nikola Ivan , Sunarsieh Sunarsieh , Saepudin Malik
Published: November 2024

Work fatigue is a condition that decreases a person's efficiency and endurance at work. It is caused by many individual and external factors, such as the physical work environment, namely temperature and noise. This study aims to analyze the relationship between the physical environment (temperature and noise) and work fatigue among gas station operator workers in Pontianak City. This research is an analytical observational research with a cross-sectional approach. The population in this study was 147 gas station operator workers in Pontianak City, and the total sample was 60 respondents. The data analysis techniques used are univariate and bivariate analysis, and the Chi-Square statistical test was used for bivariate analysis. The research results show the relationship between temperature and work fatigue in gas station operator workers, with a value of p=0.003 and OR=10.286 (CI=1.940-54.527). There is also a relationship between noise and work fatigue in gas station operator workers, with a value of p=0.042 and OR=6.750 (CI=1.227-37.142). The conclusion is a relationship exists between temperature and noise and work fatigue among gas station operator workers in Pontianak City. This research advises that gas station operator workers are expected to consume sufficient drinking water while working, at least one glass of 250ml every 20-30 minutes or 2.8 liters/day, and can add a little salt to drinking water to avoid harmful effects such as dehydration. To reduce noise, you should use ear PPE, such as earplugs.
Analysis of The Prevention Needs of Adolescent Girls' Mental Health Disorders: A Qualitative Study
Authors: Choirunissa Risza , Nugraheni Sri Achadi , Purnami Cahya Tri , Wahyuningsih Nur Endah
Published: November 2024

Adolescent girls in Jakarta face unique mental health challenges due to cultural, social, and environmental factors. Understanding their prevention needs is critical to inform targeted interventions. This qualitative study aimed to explore the prevention needs of mental health disorders among adolescent girls in Jakarta, shedding light on their experiences and requirements for effective support. We conducted a qualitative study in Jakarta, Indonesia. Participants included 4 counseling guidance teachers consisting of public schools, private schools, Islamic and Christian affiliated schools, 2 parents, 1 coordinator of the School Health Unit, 2 health workers who hold PKPR projects, and the supervisor in charge of the school health unit, selected through purposive sampling. Data were collected through focus group discussion and analyzed using thematic analysis manually. The study reveals that teachers and parents have varying levels of exposure to adolescent mental health information, with some offering counseling but not always tailored to girls' needs. Parents often rely on subtle cues to detect mental health issues in their daughters. There's room for improvement in addressing girls' mental health needs in schools, with specific training for teachers and more open parent-daughter communication. Further research is needed to ensure uniform support for adolescent mental health.
Mineral composition and antioxidant activity of partially digested coffee “Kopi Luwak”
Authors: Ismayawati Ayu Diawi , Yokoyama Daigo , Goto Ryui , Oya Yuki , Watanabe Izumi , Horai Sawako , Sakakibara Hiroyuki
Published: November 2024

Background: Kopi Luwak is a rare type of coffee, that is partially digested in the Asian palm civet’s digestive tract before roasting. It therefore possesses a distinctive flavor and unique properties, shaped by the digestive enzymes in the civet's intestine. 
 
Objective: In this study, the differences of mineral composition, antioxidant potency and total polyphenol amount between commercially available Kopi Luwak and regular coffees (without digestive fermentation) were evaluated.
 
Methods: Twenty-one regular type of coffee bean and 17 of Kopi Luwak bean were purchased from local markets or Kopi Luwak production company in Indonesia.  The samples were then analyzed for the levels of 23 minerals (Al, As, Ba, Bi, Ca, Cd, Co, Cr, Cs, Cu, Fe, Li, Mg, Mn, Mo, Ni, Pb, Rb, Se, Sn, Sr, V and Zn) using ICP-MS system. The total polyphenol amount and antioxidant activity were evaluated using Folin-Ciocalteu assay and DPPH (1,1-Diphenyl-2-picrylhydrazyl) radical scavenging assay, respectively.
Results: Of these 23 minerals, the concentrations of Mn and Ba were significantly lower in Kopi Luwak than in regular coffee. Otherwise, the concentrations of Cu and Rb in Kopi Luwak were significantly higher than those in regular coffee. The IC50 value on DPPH radical scavenging assay of Kopi Luwak (61.4±2.8 mg/dL) was significantly lower than that of regular coffee (93.6±1.9 mg/dL). Total polyphenol amount for Kopi Luwak was significantly higher than regular coffee. The correlation factor between these factors was r = -0.5910 and p < 0.001.
Conclusion: Kopi Luwak had lower concentrations of Mn and Ba, but higher levels of Cu and Rb compared to regular coffee. Additionally, Kopi Luwak exerted strong antioxidant activity and contained higher polyphenol amounts than regular coffee. Thus, our findings imply that Kopi Luwak is an important candidate for functional foods.
Keywords: antioxidant potency, ICP-MS, Kopi Luwak, mineral composition, polyphenols
Glucagon-like Peptide 1 Receptor Agonists and Obesity Associated with Eating Disorders
Authors: Dalle Grave Riccardo
Published: November 2024

Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1RAs) are effective medications for managing obesity and related metabolic complications. However, their use presents specific challenges when obesity is coexisting with eating disorders. In such cases, the appetite-suppressing effects of GLP-1RAs could potentially exacerbate behaviors like dietary restriction and dietary restraint, two behavioral patterns that help sustain eating disorder psychopathology, thus complicating treatment for these disorders. Because of these concerns, it is essential for clinicians to screen for eating disorders before prescribing GLP-1RAs in individuals with overweight or obesity. Their use is currently contraindicated for patients with atypical anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, or subthreshold bulimia nervosa, as GLP-1RAs could worsen the restrictive eating behaviors common in these conditions. Although some emerging research suggests that GLP-1RAs might reduce binge-eating episodes, there is not yet enough evidence to support their use specifically for treating binge-eating disorder (BED) and its associated psychopathology. According to new recommendations from cognitive behavior therapy for BED, GLP-1RAs may be cautiously considered in patients with clinical obesity who do not overvalue shape and weight, have no history of anorexia nervosa or bulimia nervosa, and who have already made progress in adopting regular eating patterns and reducing binge-eating episodes.
Universal Design and Accessibility as an Act or a State – A Comparison of Policies in Norway, Sweden, and Denmark
Authors: Grangaard Sidse , Hedvall Per-Olof , Lid Inger Marie
Published: November 2024

186 countries have ratified The Convention on Rights of People with Disabilities (CRPD) since 2006. Sweden ratified the CRPD in 2008, Denmark in 2009, and Norway in 2013. In the context of the United Nations, the concept of Universal Design (UD) introduced in the CRPD is new. Previously, accessibility was the dominant concept. By ratifying the CRPD, these three countries have agreed to initiate or advocate for research and development aimed at utilising UD when designing goods, services, equipment, and facilities. Additionally, they have committed to encouraging the integration of UD in the formulation of standards and guidelines. As a starting point for a future debate about the research part, this paper studies the uptake of UD in national policy in the three countries. The findings show that the approach in each country differs. Norway quickly developed their own version of UD (that has been critisised by scholars), thus choosing a top-down approach. By contrast, Denmark has been reluctant and is still using the concept of accessibility, waiting for the different sectors to adopt the concept of UD in their own way – as a kind of bottom-up strategy. While Sweden, has chosen another approach between these two strategies focusing on UD as a guiding principle, accessibility, and a third concept: usability. Finally, the paper discusses these approaches in relation to the built environment, using a framework that distinguishes between and act (like a process) and a state (as a result). All three counties are characterised by a dual focus on both act and state in line with the literature; however, the state dominates. The paper argues that we must acknowledge this duality but focus more on the process-related aspect to further develop UD as a human right concept.
Widening the Circle: Is There an Eighth Principle for Universal Design?
Authors: Harrison Jim , Busby Kevin , O’Flynn Jane , Pennisi Yvonne
Published: November 2024

The advantage of Universal Design (UD) over mere barrier-free design is that it can benefit everyone, regardless of age or ability. The imperative to include design for personal safety even outranks accessibility as a design precept. Evolved almost four decades ago, Ron Mace’s Seven Principles did not anticipate advanced standards of safety in today’s world. Whilst Principle Five – ‘Tolerance for Error’, states that ‘the design minimizes hazards and the adverse consequences of accidental or unintended actions’, this notion of ‘error’ implies that it is the user who is at fault, rather than the provider. This may lead to inhibition and fear, hampering one’s lifestyle in a multitude of ways. Fear of falling, inhibition of being unable to find a public toilet, forgetting a password or simply being made to feel old and incapable can all have an adverse effect. A cross-disciplinary group of experts undertook a number of studies on design for age-friendly cities in Ireland, through empirical research, experiential exercises and dissemination into third-level design education. Studies on design and facilities that lead to an individual’s lack of confidence are discussed, including a research programme undertaken for the National Disability Authority on the Universal Design of Fall Detection Technologies. The paper proposes that an additional Principle: “Reduction of Fear” should be a basic design parameter in all aspects of the built environment as well as IT and services. By broadening its scope and joining forces with health and safety issues, UD becomes more inclusive, desirable to client bodies and attractive to everyone. The paper identifies areas where improvement in design is urgently required, suggesting the breadth of benefits accruing from more inclusive design, particularly in reducing fear through safer home zone environments.
Universal Design Futures: Theoretical Insights and Paradigms from a Majority World
Authors: Raheja Gaurav , Purkayastha Divyang , Pokharna Anusha
Published: November 2024

This paper intends to position the key theoretical understanding of universal design from a global lens to the contemporary times, especially with insights from India as a majority world perspective. Using a narrative-based approach, it combines theoretical insights with experiential insights through state-of-the-art literature and understanding. A seven-lens framework is proposed as a comprehensive approach towards UD viz. the human diversity and demographic lens, the socio-cultural lens, the environment and ecology lens, the economic lens, the technology lens, the policy lens and the philosophy lens. Each lens shares unique perspectives with Universal Design as a shared concept for application evolving a discourse for a human-centric and sustainable futures. It highlights various paradigms originating from the Indian context representing high population perspectives especially the context of economic inclusion through universal design with affordability as a key value. The discussion leads us into understanding contextual relevance of UD beyond its original intent of universal accessibility itself. It concludes to see and propose UD as an integral layer of sustainability with a common goal of sustenance and inclusion.
A Workshop for Accessible Crisis Information
Authors: Rassmus-Gröhn Kirsten , Stjernholm Linda , Magnusson Charlotte
Published: November 2024

Libraries have been pinpointed as a possible hub for information and safety during a crisis. We present a workshop design to contribute to the education of librarians with the goal to make them more able to provide inclusive and accessible information in a crisis. The workshop was carried out during a conference for librarians. The results from the workshop indicate that there is a need for further knowledge about methods and tools to make information accessible, as well as practical information about crisis preparedness. The workshop presented here could furthermore be improved upon by creating tailored personas and spending more time on the activity.
Culturally Sensitive Design Tool Kit Developed Through Global Co-Design
Authors: Simpson Tori , Hoover Abigail
Published: November 2024

Designers are increasingly navigating translocated contexts, presenting the need to develop strong skills in sensitively working with host communities, avoiding surface-level engagements, and considering the longevity, ownership, and impact of designs [1]. This paper reviews a series of co-design workshops organised by Imperial College London and Royal College of Art’s MASc Global Innovation Design (GID) students, Abigail Hoover, and Tori Simpson. These workshops assembled a global community of design experts, students, and academics to share their experiences and approaches when designing for diverse communities to create culturally robust design interventions that are contextually innovative in the cultures and communities they exist in. The outcome of these workshops is a collection of co-designed guidelines to support design practitioners in ethical co-design practices, particularly when engaging with communities to which they do not belong. The goal of conducting these workshops was to discuss, and create strategies to avoid design tourism, a concept that straddles many names, including parachute design, design littering, and design imperialism. Meaning ‘projects where the primary purpose of the project is the educational or personal development of the visitors, and the resulting ideas are left without any potential for realistic implementation.’ [2] This paper outlines the tools, techniques, and knowledge generated through collaborative participation and reflection during the workshops that can be applied within culturally sensitive projects and ever-evolving design environments. It will review the created workshop structure and outcome analysis strategies cataloguing results against pre-existing design ethics structures. These outputs prompt the designer to reflect on their own practice, how they involve users, and what is left behind for communities involved. This paper serves as a valuable resource for designers seeking to navigate design with cultural sensitivity and adaptability, incorporate best practice, as well as new approaches to innovation, and facilitate actionable response to generate sustainable futures.
Driving Forces and Enablers for Universal Design in Urban Planning
Authors: Müller Lilian
Published: November 2024

The built environment is still, to a large extent, not accessible and usable for all. The awareness of people’s different conditions and abilities sometimes seems to be far from the agenda for planning and architecture. Universal Desing (UD) is pointed out as a strategy to achieve a built environment for all people regardless of age and abilities. UD has a radical potential to bring about change and raise attention to spatial practises that produce or reproduce exclusion and inequalities. But it is also challenging the contemporary planning discourse and several of the actual strong planning trends. Densification, mixed-use and mobility management are some of these trends that needs to be met by an elaborated practice with human diversity as a starting point. Curiosity about what universal design can mean in practice is growing among many professionals. Lack of accessibility is easy to trace, while the good examples blend naturally into the environment and are often taken for granted. It is the good examples that are decisive to achieve social goals such as equality, participation and a sustainable society. There is a need to highlight and discuss the driving forces and enablers for a UD-approach, in the different stages of processes, in the design of buildings and places and applied to different spatial scales. This paper will highlight some of these driving forces and enablers related to UD, for an in-depth discussion on the conditions to realise urban development characterised by human diversity.