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ANTROPOMORFISME DALAM KITAB TAFHIM AL-QUR’AN KARYA ABU A’LA AL-MAUDUDI
Authors: Hairul Moh. Azwar
Published: February 2025

This article examines the concept of anthropomorphism in the Qur'anic commentary, Tafhim al-Qur'an, by Abul A'la Maududi. Content analysis is employed as the research methodology. The findings reveal that Maududi's interpretation of anthropomorphic verses tends to be moderate and aligns with the Ash'ari theological school. Maududi predominantly utilizes the method of ta'wil (interpretation) for anthropomorphic verses, consistently seeking to reinterpret their literal meanings to convey more appropriate understandings.Keywords: Abul A'la al-Maududi, Anthropomorphism, Tafhim al-Qur'an
SAYID QUTUB DAN TAFSIRNYA FĪ ZHILĀL AL-QUR’ĀN (Metodologi Tafsir dan Pemahaman Nasakh)
Authors: Kallang Abdul
Published: February 2025

One of the contemporary exegetes who has garnered significant attention among Muslims today is Sayyid Qutb. Through his deep contemplation of the Qur'anic verses, he has presented numerous innovative ideas. His intelligent and brilliant thought has made his name widely recognized in the Islamic world. Sayyid Qutb's accurate understanding and contemplation of the Qur'anic verses have led him to produce a unique work of tafsir, distinct from most contemporary commentaries. He titled his work "In the Shade of the Qur'an," which is rich in methodology, and one of its unique features is his interpretive technique regarding the issue of abrogation in the Qur'an.Generally, contemporary exegetes tend to produce works using thematic methods, particularly those scholars engaged in academia. However, Sayyid Qutb, despite his academic background, emphasizes the analytical method in his tafsir.
TAKWIL SURAH AL-BAQARAH AYAT 127 TENTANG TAWAF DALAM KITAB TA’WI>L ASY SYIYA>SAH
Authors: Sidiq Nur Rohim Ibnu , Aripai Andi Fatihul Faiz
Published: February 2025

AbstractThis article presents an in-depth analysis of the interpretation of Surah Al-Baqarah verse 127 in the Ta'wil asy-Syi'ah book. This verse, which tells the story of the construction of the Kaaba by the Prophets Ibrahim and Ismail, is often used as a reference in understanding the procedures and meaning of tawaf worship. This research aims to reveal the specific understanding of the Shiite school of thought regarding this verse, especially in relation to the tawaf ritual. Through text analysis methods, this research explores various interpretations of Shi'a scholars towards verse 127. The results of the analysis show that Shi'a interpretations of this verse have their own characteristics. They not only see the construction of the Kaaba as a historical event, but also as a spiritual symbol that contains deep meaning about man's relationship with God. Shiite interpretations also highlight aspects of the tawaf ritual that are considered to have high symbolic and spiritual value. Keywords: Takwil, Al-Baqarah, Tawaf
PEMILIH CERDAS PERSPEKTIF AL-QUR'AN (Analisis Atas Q.S. An Nisa Ayat 58)
Authors: Muhaemin Muhaemin , Irwan Irwan , Haslin Muh. Ilham Nur
Published: February 2025

AbstractElections are an important means of choosing leaders in a modern democratic system. Islam provides moral and ethical guidance regarding this process, as reflected in the QS. An-Nisa: 58 and hadith of the Prophet Muhammad SAW. This article analyzes relevant Islamic principles, such as trust, competence, justice, and obedience to Ulil Amri. Tafsir Mahmud An-Nasafi emphasizes that the mandate in QS. An-Nisa: 58 involves the responsibility to hand over leadership to those who are entitled, namely those who are competent. In addition, this article highlights the importance of participation in elections, the prohibition on abstention, and the dangers of choosing leaders without considering competence, which can lead to moral and religious losses. Political ethics, such as respecting differences in choices and maintaining post-election friendships, are also discussed. This article concludes that choosing leaders is the mandate of every Muslim to ensure just and competent leadership, in accordance with the values of the Koran and SunnahKeywords: Election, Leaders, Democratic System
RESOLUSI KONFLIK BERBASIS PLURALISME AGAMA (KONTEKSTUALISASI HERMENEUTIKA PEMBEBASAN TERHADAP KERAGAMAN AGAMA DI INDONESIA)
Authors: Basri Basri
Published: February 2025

AbstractThis article discusses the concept of conflict resolution based on religious pluralism in the context of religious diversity in Indonesia by referring to liberation hermeneutics. The discourse on religious pluralism promoted by Farid Esack functions as a theological basis for resolving the racial conflict that occurred in South Africa, which is known as the apartheid system. This research is the result of a literature study which refers to the work of Farid Esack as the main source. With a historical-contextual approach, this research shows that according to Farid Esack, the Qur'an actually recognizes religious pluralism, which is not only limited to accepting other religions as legitimate socioreligious communities, but also recognizes their spirituality and salvation through different paths. . As the basis for his theology of pluralism, Farid Esack interprets three key ethical terms in the Koran which aim to define Muslim and non-Muslim identities. These three terms are the terms iman, Islam, and kufr. The reinterpretation of the meaning of these three terms was carried out to remove the rigidity of Islamic theology resulting from the standardization of these terms as they have been understood so far. By recognizing religious pluralism, solidarity and cooperation between religious communities can be more easily implemented to achieve mutual benefit in overcoming racial conflict. This concept is very possible to be applied in the context of national and state life in Indonesia. Religious diversity in Indonesia is not only seen as a trigger for conflict, but can also be used as a solution in dealing with various social and community problems. Keywords: Religious Pluralism, South Africa, Farid Esack, Conflict Resolution
SISI HUMANISTIK PENDIDIKAN ISLAM DALAM AL-QUR’AN SURAH AN-NAHL AYAT 125
Authors: Muhaemin Muhaemin , Irwan Irwan , Haslin Muh Ilham Nur
Published: February 2025

This article discusses the humanistic side of Islamic education as reflected in Surah An-Nahl verse 125, which emphasizes a wisdom-based approach, good lessons and constructive dialogue. This research begins by reviewing the history of humanistic education from the Roman era to the modern era, identifying its relevance to Islamic values which are oriented towards divinity. In Islam, education not only focuses on developing individual potential, but is also directed at bringing humans closer to God through useful knowledge. Islamic educational methods include wisdom (hikmah), giving good advice, and gentle dialogue, which emphasizes the process without forcing results, leaving it to the will of God. This approach emphasizes that Islamic education is humanistic, respects human limitations, and seeks to form individuals who contribute positively to society. Thus, education in Islam not only humanizes people but also directs them towards noble spiritual values.Keywords: Islamic Education, Humanism, Al-Qur'an
INOVASI BIMBINGAN SPIRITUAL ISLAM MELALUI PENDEKATAN DEEP LEARNING DALAM AL-QUR’AN
Authors: Syafaruddin Baso , Yunus Sri Wahyuni
Published: February 2025

The digital era has brought fundamental transformation in various aspects of human life, including in the realm of spirituality and religion. Islamic spiritual guidance, which has long been a personal and communal practice, in the era of increasingly sophisticated digital technology, efforts to develop Islamic spiritual guidance face complex challenges and opportunities. The integration between artificial intelligence technology, especially deep learning, and spiritual formation practices opens up new dimensions in understanding, implementing religious guidance that is more personal, adaptive and in-depth.
KONSEP AL-SHULHU DALAM AL-QUR`AN SURAH AL-HUJURAT [49]: 9-10 PERSPEKTIF CHARLES SANDERS PEIRCE
Authors: Tohri Zia , Naufal Fakhri
Published: February 2025

This study aims to complete the discussion of the meaning of al-Shulhu in the Qur'an Peirce's semiotic perspective because this is very very important, especially in today's people who give meaning only from one side without paying attention to the word before and after, so that the word shulhu only has one meaning, namely peace even though shulhu has many meanings when translated into Indonesian including peace, compassion, comfort, tranquility, repair and justify, even as symbols of one's excuse. From these meanings will create a comfort and tranquility in living a life of society and state. The word al-Shulhu is repeated 180 times with different derivations and for example when the word al-Shulhu is juxtaposed with the realm of mu'amalah it has the meaning of agreement, agreement and agreement, but when the word al-Shulhu becomes an object in a dispute or problem it has the meaning of peace, harmony and peace both in the family, society and state. In contrast to Sayyid Qutubh who said that al-Shulhu cannot be interpreted with peace and harmony alone, but al-Shulhu when juxtaposed in the realm of academia has the meaning of freedom or independence (meaning that when someone is in the realm of academics, everyone has the same right without the slightest difference to express the content of his thoughts either directly or in writing)  Keywords: al-Shulhu, semiotika, Peirce
AL-QUR’AN DAN KECERDASAN BUATAN (SUATU KAJIAN TEMATIK)
Authors: Abubakar Abubakar , Ridha Arif
Published: February 2025

This article aims to explore the relationship between the teachings of the Koran and basic concepts in artificial intelligence technology. Through thematic analysis of related verses of the Qur'an, several principles in the Qur'an were found that are in line with the principles of artificial intelligence, such as an emphasis on the role of reason, the importance of knowledge, and the concept of natural order. This article also discusses the potential for implementing the teachings of the Koran in developing artificial intelligence systems that are more beneficial to humanity. Advances in artificial intelligence technology have attracted widespread attention in the last few decades. Meanwhile, the Koran as the holy book of Muslims also contains many teachings that are relevant to the development of artificial intelligence.  Thematic analysis of verses from the Qur'an found principles that resonate with AI principles, such as the role of reason ('aql) as a divine gift, the emphasis on knowledge ('ilm), and the concept of natural order (sunnatullah) which similar to the concept of algorithms in AI, namely a series of logical instructions to solve problems. Keywords: Al-Qur’an, Artificial Intelligent, Technology, Epistemologi
PROBLEMATIKA NIKAH SIRI DITINJAU DARI HUKUM ISLAM (Studi Kasus Deda Ujung Salangketo Kec. Mare)
Authors: Annisa Nurul , Muljan Muljan , Darna Andi
Published: February 2025

ABSTRAK          Jurnal ini membahas tentang Problematika Nikah Siri yang ditinjau dari Hukum Islam di Desa Ujung Salangketo Kec. Mare. Permasalahan dalam penelitian ini adalah bagaimana probelematika nikah siri di Desa Ujung Salangketo dan bagaimana tinjauan Hukum Islam terhadap problematika nikah siri yang terjadi di Desa Ujung Salangketo. Tujuan penelitian ini untuk mengetahui problematika nikah siri di Desa Ujung Salangketo dan tinjauan hukum  Islam. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian lapangan (field research) dengan pendekatan kualitatif.          Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa terdapat  beberapa problematika yang menyebabkan terjadinya nikah siri di Desa Ujung Salngketo Kec. Mare di antaranya: ketidaktauan masyarakat tentang dispensasi nikah di Pengadilan Agama, tidak adanya keinginan untuk mengurus ke Pengadilan Agama karena jarak yang jauh, dan tidak adanya keinginan untuk mengurus berkas-berkas bagi mereka yang sudah menikah. Adapun solusi yang diberikan oleh pihak KUA Kec. Mare yaitu dengan melakukan isbat nikah di Pengadilan Agama dan mencatatkan pernikahannya di KUA. Tinjauan Hukum Islam terhadap problematika nikah siri yang terjadi di Desa Ujung Salangketo yaitu pernikahan tersebut dianggap sah menurut agama karena pernikahan tersebut telah memenuhi rukun dan syarat pernikahan, tetapi menurut hukum negara atau hukum positif pernikahan tersebut belum dianggap sah karena belum melakukan pencatatan pernikahan. Dalam rangka mendapatkan kepastian hukum.
TANTANGAN DAN PROSPEK PENGEMBANGAN KURIKULUM PENDIDIKAN AGAMA ISLAM DI UNIRA
Authors: HARIRI MOH , Maimun Maimun , Toha Toha , Ridho Ali
Published: February 2025

The development of education, particularly in Islamic Religious Education (PAI), is crucial in shaping individual personalities and strengthening Islamic identity within the community. At public universities (PTUs) like the University of Madura (UNIRA), developing the PAI curriculum is essential to respond to changing times and advancing knowledge. Challenges include integrating Islamic values with modern knowledge, adapting to technological advancements in learning, and enhancing students' understanding of religious education. This research employs a descriptive qualitative method through interviews, observations, and documentation with 20 students and PAI lecturers at UNIRA. Findings reveal several key issues, such as the minimal PAI credit load of only 2 credits, lack of student enthusiasm for PAI subjects, variations in PAI development, and challenges in the quality of teaching staff and a supportive campus environment for religious learning. The development of the PAI curriculum at UNIRA should aim to shape students of character and integrity, capable of positively contributing to society. Innovations in teaching methods, strengthening collaboration with Islamic institutions and academics, and industry cooperation are opportunities to explore. This implementation aims to make PAI relevant to modern life needs and equip students to face changing times.
Analysis of Religious Character Values and Global Diversity in Elementary School Students in Morning Habituation Activities
Authors: Muna Muflihatun Nailil , Saputro Bagus Ardi , Suratmi Suratmi , Reffiane Fine
Published: February 2025

Character education at the elementary school level in Indonesia is an important aspect in the formation of students' personalities. This study aims to analyze how morning habituation activities in elementary schools contribute to the cultivation of religious character values and global diversity which are part of the Pancasila Student Profile. This research was conducted in elementary schools in Semarang using descriptive qualitative research methods. Data collection was carried out through observation, interviews with pamong teachers, and documentation of activities. The results of the study show that morning habituation activities such as flag ceremonies, joint prayers, morning apples, and introduction to regional culture and languages play a role in the formation of students' religious character and global diversity. This activity helps students understand, appreciate, and apply religious values and appreciate cultural diversity. Activities such as 5S (Greeting, Smile, Greeting, Politeness, and Manners), joint prayers, and introduction to regional culture function as a means of supporting character education in accordance with the Pancasila Student Profile. The conclusion of this study is that morning habits in elementary school play an important role in the formation of religious attitudes and global diversity of students, so as to create an inclusive and tolerant school environment. Morning habits play a role in strengthening religious values and increasing students' understanding of cultural diversity and tolerance, supporting the formation of a young generation with noble character and a good attitude of tolerance towards differences.
Analysis of the Utilization of Gotong Royong Board Media to Develop Communication Skills of Grade 1 Elementary School Students
Authors: Khanifah Rizka Nur , Saputro Bagus Ardi , Setyaningsih Dwi , Nuroso Harto
Published: February 2025

Mutual cooperation board media or pagorong for short is a medium offered to improve student understanding and invite students to play an active role in discussing material. In this way, this mutual cooperation board media is suitable for use in the learning process in developing student communication. In line with this research which aims to develop the communication skills of lower class students through the medium of mutual cooperation boards. This research used a qualitative descriptive method which was carried out at SD Negeri di Kota Semarang in class 1B. In collecting data, this research used interviews, observation, questionnaires and documentation, then analyzed to find results. The results of this research show that each communication indicator gets a very good category, with details of enthusiasm of 94%, capability of 100%, credibility of 86%, symphaty of 93%, and clarity of 100%. With this, class 1B students at SD Negeri di Kota Semarang have high courage and enthusiasm in learning using the mutual cooperation board media. This will of course have an impact on developing communication skills in conveying ideas, asking questions and providing answers, increasing students' enthusiasm and thinking abilities, so that students can connect and construct the knowledge and experiences they have.
Implementation Of Differentiated Learning In Class V Pancasila Education Subjects In Primary Schools
Authors: Mahmudi Khoirudin Nur , Saputro Bagus Ardi , Reffiane Fine , Cindy Ayu Angela Astrid Stelladiba
Published: February 2025

This research aims to describe the application of differentiated learning in Pancasila education subjects in the fifth grade of elementary schools in Semarang. Differentiated learning means teachers adapt teaching methods to different learning styles among students. This research used descriptive qualitative methods with 28 students as subjects. Data is collected through observation and documentation. The research results show that students have various learning styles, with the visual style being the most dominant, followed by auditory and kinesthetic. In implementing differentiated learning, students are given the freedom to produce learning products according to their respective learning styles. This application creates a learning atmosphere that is collaborative, fun and full of enthusiasm, so that students can learn according to their interests and needs. This makes learning more meaningful for students. Overall, this research emphasizes the importance of adapting learning methods to the needs and characteristics of students so that the learning process is more effective and memorable.Keywords: Differentiated Learning, Pancasila Education, Student Learning Styles
Independent Learning Curriculum: Readiness of Teachers and Madrasah in Bone Regency
Authors: Azis Muhammad Bachtiar , Fitriani Fitriani , Amin Arifah , Nurul Kamila Adinda
Published: February 2025

This study aims to determine the madrasah readiness in implementing the Independent Learning Curriculum (Kurikulum Merdeka Belajar). The research applies a mixed-method approach, specifically a combination of qualitative and quantitative research with the concurrent triangulation strategy model. Data collection techniques involve interviews, questionnaires, and documentation. The research findings are as follows: 1) Teachers' readiness in implementing the Independent Learning Curriculum, encompassing dimensions such as a) teachers' knowledge falls into the "ready" category; b) self-development efforts are categorized as "ready"; and c) teachers' readiness in teaching is also categorized as "ready." Therefore, we can conclude that, overall, teachers fall into the "ready" category. 2) The readiness of facilities and infrastructure at MTsN 1 Bone in implementing the Independent Learning Curriculum, which includes the following dimensions: a) Capacity and capacity in “ready” category; b) Learning facilities and infrastructure in “ready” category; c) Supporting facilities and infrastructure in “ready” category. The results of research on the Independent Learning Curriculum have made an important contribution in understanding the effectiveness, factors that influence success, and effective implementation models of the Independent Learning Curriculum. The contribution of this research is also useful for the government, schools, and teachers in implementing the Independent Curriculum effectively and achieving the expected educational goals, especially at the Madrasah level.
UPAYA GURU DALAM PENANAMAN KEDISIPLINAN PADA ANAK USIA DINI DI TK AMANDA KECAMATAN TONRA KABUPATEN BONE
Authors: Sari Fita , Basri Hasan
Published: February 2025

This thesis discusses the Teacher`s Efforts in Instiling Discipline in Early Childhood at Kindergarten Amanda, Tonra District, Bone Regency. The main problems in thus study are how the teacher`s efforts in instilling discipline in group Bs students and what are the supporting factors and inhibiting factors of the teacher in istiling discipline in early childhood at Amanda Kindergarten, Bone Pute Village, Tonra District, Bone Regency. This is important to study to find out how the teacher`s efforts in instilling discipline in group B students and what are the supporting and inhibiting factors in instilling discipline in early childhood at Amanda Kindergarten , Bone Pute Village, Tonra District, Bone Regency. To obtain data from these problems, the authors use the field research method (field research) which uses descriptive qualitative research types with pedagogic and psychological approaches, to obtain the deired data using primary and secondary data. Then analyzed by: 1. Reducing data, 2. Presenting data, 3. Drawing conclusions. The result of this study indicate that 1) Teacher Efforts n Instiling Discipline in Early Childhood in Amanda Kindergarten, Tonra District, Bone Regency, 2) Supporting and inhibiting Factors of Teachers in Istiling Discipline in Early Childhood in Amanda Kindergarten, Tonra District, Bone Regency.
PERAN ORANG TUA DALAM PENGELOLAAN SOSIAL EMOSIONAL ANAK USIA DINI SELAMA PEMBELAJARAN DARING
Authors: R Rahmi , Fatimah Sitti
Published: February 2025

The research was conducted to determine the contribution of parents in Asri Kindergarten Waru, Bulu Tempe Village, West Tanete Riattang District, Bone Regency. And to know the social emotional management of early childhood during online learning at Asri Waru Kindergarten, Bulu Tempe Village, Tanete District Riattang Barat, Bone Regency. This research method uses a type of qualitative research, for obtain the desired data researchers using primary data and secondary. Furthermore, it was analyzed by reducing data, presenting data and conclusion. The results of this study indicate that the contribution of parents in online learning at Asri Waru Kindergarten, Bulu Tempe Village, Tanete District West Riattang Bone Regency, as an educator with priority children's interests and children's needs, the role of parents as controllers with regulate the attitude of children, parents as facilitators by providing facilities and infrastructure for children, while parents act as mentors, parents can provide direction or guidance to children. As for social management emotional early childhood during online learning, namely respect where children can respect others, adjust themselves so that children can be accepted environment, and solidarity with children.
Viajar a las Indias Occidentales
Authors: Page Carlos A.
Published: February 2025

A partir de los relatos de viaje como testimonios literarios y fundamentalmente históricos, el presente artículo reúne la construcción histórica de los primeros traslados emprendidos por misioneros de la Compañía de Jesús a América, con todas las dificultades que atravesaron previamente y dentro de un marco que exponemos en la introducción. Centramos el contenido en las vicisitudes acontecidas a través de fuentes editas, pero también en crónicas regionales donde algunos de quienes las escribieron fueron protagonistas directos de uno de los cuatro viajes en que se fija nuestra narración centrada en las iniciales expediciones a los territorios de Brasil, Florida, Perú y México desde la península ibérica. Reflexionamos sobre una joven orden religiosa que ocupó un lugar en el contexto misional americano cuya presencia fue requerida con una inmediatez de la que no estaba preparada para afrontar, aunque no escaparon al desafío que imponía la urgente realidad americana
Clinical and genetic features of toxic liver damage in workers of petrochemical enterprises
Authors: Kudoyarov Eldar R. , Ivanova Dinara P. , Bakirov Akhat B. , Kalimullina Dilara Kh. , Galiullina Dinara M. , Mironova Gulnara R.
Published: February 2025

Introduction. Harmful chemicals are often used in petrochemical production, which causes them to be in the air of the work area. Penetrating into the body of workers, chemical compounds can contribute to disorders of the body's health. The formation of chemically active metabolites during the biotransformation of xenobiotics leads to damage to the abdominal organs and causes changes in peripheral blood parameters, which can be used to search for new diagnostic markers of the effects of harmful factors on health.
The study aims to consider the prognostic possibilities of biochemical and genetic indicators for the early diagnosis of toxic liver damage in workers in the chemical industry.
Materials and methods. The experts conducted a study of the health status of 114 workers of petrochemical enterprises and they found toxic liver damage in 29 workers (cohort 1). The comparison group included 92 employees of enterprises in other industries who are not in contact with industrial chemical risk factors, of which 48 people were found to have non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (cohort 3). Scientists conducted clinical studies of the body in workers using biochemical, instrumental and genetic methods.
Results. A study of the prognostic capabilities of predictors of toxic liver damage demonstrated a good potential for biomarkers: the percentage of "comets" with fragmentation of more than 5% of DNA (cut-off=12.24%, Sen=79.3%, Spe=66.7%, AUC ROC=0.711; p<0.001), the average percentage of DNA in the tail of the "comet" (cut-off=2.95%, Sen=79.3%, Spe=60.5%, AUC ROC=0.727; p<0.001), aspartate aminotransferase (cut-off=25.5 U/L, Sen=86.2%, Spe=48.6%, AUC ROC=0.707; p<0.001), direct bilirubin (cut-off=3.05 mmol/L, Sen=72.4%, Spe=75.7%, AUC ROC=0.752; p<0.001).
Conclusion. The results of the study indicate the high prognostic capabilities of certain genetic biomarkers (the percentage of "comets" with fragmentation of more than 5% of DNA, the average percentage of DNA in the tail of the "comet") to differentiate cases of production-related toxic liver damage from cases of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease in the early stages of pathology formation.
Ethics. The study was carried out in accordance with the fundamental documents of the Russian Federation and the international principles of research ethics (minutes of the meeting of the bioethical commission of the Ufa Scientific Research Institute of Occupational Health and Human Ecology of Rospotrebnadzor No. 01-09 dated 30.09.2024).
Limitations. The results obtained are limited by the number of participants (223 workers) and the capabilities of the research methods used (clinical, sonographic, single-cell agarose gel electrophoresis, statistical, ROC analysis).
Threading the Needle of Corporate Activism: How Firms Frame Their Stances on Polarizing Social Issues
Authors: Chung Sung Hun , Odziemkowska Kate , Piazza Alessandro
Published: February 2025

Corporate activism, or the active involvement of business in contested social and political issues, presents strategic challenges for organizations. Despite the risks of stakeholder backlash, corporate activism is on the rise. We suggest that how firms speak out on polarizing social issues may help explain this quandary. Leveraging corporate press releases and Twitter accounts of Fortune 500 companies that spoke on LGBTQ issues between 1999 and 2019, as same-sex marriage progressively became legal across the United States, we find that prior to legalization in their home state, firms default to touting the economic merits of their track record on LGBTQ workplace issues, avoiding contentious debates. Once marriage equality is enacted, firms shift their speech towards activism, advocating for broader societal change. Further, the shift to activism is highly dependent on internal and external stakeholder preferences. Our findings point to an irony: corporate "activism" in pursuit of social change often takes place only after polarizing issues have been settled. This study contributes to the growing literature on corporate activism by shedding light on how firms strategically frame their communications to navigate the complex terrain of stakeholder expectations, and how these framing strategies are shaped by the evolving legal and institutional landscape.
Fractal Emergence and Black Hole Horizon Counting: A Concept Paper on Discrete, Self-Similar Approaches
Authors: Jariwala Zauh
Published: February 2025

This concept paper proposes a discrete lattice framework governed by fractal-drivenlocal rules to account for black hole horizon counting consistent with area-law scaling.We introduce the core ideas behind a Fractal Substrate approach—one in which neithercontinuous geometry nor standard gauge structures are assumed a priori. While the ar-gument here focuses on black hole entropy, our broader Theory Proposal suggests thatsimilar self-similar principles may underlie emergent Lorentz symmetry, holographicdualities, and integrated complexity measures. Full technical details and proofs aredeliberately withheld, and will be presented in subsequent, more comprehensive publica-tions.
Developing a Social Communication Screener for TBI
Authors: Birch Eleanor Scheidt , Stark Brielle C
Published: February 2025

AbstractPurposeWhile speech-language pathologists (SLPs) play a pivotal role in identifying and treating social communication impairment in traumatic brain injury (TBI), there has been limited adoption of standardized assessments. SLPs report a lack of time, as well as a lack of competence in the administration of social communication assessments as primary barriers. Developing a feasible and valid screening tool is a viable solution to these barriers. The present study investigates a transcription-less rating scale as a screening tool for social communication impairment in TBI. MethodIn a single-blind study, N=38 graduate clinicians listened to, and rated, six-minute conversation samples from ten speakers (5 TBI and 5 control [neurotypical]). Graduate clinician ratings were analyzed to determine if there were between-group differences in TBI and control speakers’ conversations, and whether raters had high agreement regarding speaker impairment. In addition, social communication ratings from the screener were compared to a gold standard of social communication measurement derived from transcribed analysis of the conversation samples. ResultsGraduate clinicians significantly differentiated TBI from control speakers using the transcription-less rating scale and the ratings corresponded to patterns identified in the transcribed analyses. Given an exploratory “cut-off” score, raters identified speakers with TBI with 80% accuracy. ConclusionsThese preliminary findings indicate that a brief, transcription-less rating scale holds promise to screen for social communication impairment in TBI to determine whether further assessment is warranted.
AGI-agent cognitive architecture AGICA - axiomatic approach.
Authors: Kornieiev Sergii V.
Published: February 2025

For the last half of the century there were proposed and modeled several dozen cognitive architectures as the models of mind. As one of the results of this Standard Model of the Mind was proposed and discussed in 2017. It accumulated lessons learned in one structure. In the articles published in 2016-2018, the author formulated main definitions of the concepts of Artificial General Intelligence (AGI): AGI-Individual Type, AGI-Collective Type, AGI-Consciousness, AGI-Thought, AGI-Knowledge, AGI-Emotions. The author’s approach belongs to the direction Embodied Cognition in Cognitive Science and is following “Axiomatic Approach” in Artificial Intelligence. The definitions proposed by the author are of constructive type from mathematical point of view and can be modeled by the existing software & hardware tools and methods. In this article the author is proposing AGI-Agent cognitive architecture AGICA as detailed modification of Standard Model of the Mind. It can be used in the development of universal operating system for AGI-robots.
Chronic Disease Management in Low-Resource Settings: A Case of Systemic Lupus Erythematosus and Acquired Haemolytic Anaemia
Authors: SHWIN Htet Su Aung , LWIN Moh Moh , LIN Tay Zar
Published: February 2025

A woman in her mid-20s, who had been diagnosed with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), developed severe anaemia and haemolysis due to acquired autoimmune haemolytic anaemia (AIHA) and G6PD deficiency. She was living in a resource-limited setting, where managing her condition became increasingly difficult. Despite her previous diagnoses, her health deteriorated due to irregular treatment and loss to follow-up—mainly because of financial struggles and a lack of awareness about her disease.She was treated with blood transfusions, corticosteroids, and hydroxychloroquine, which helped resolve the haemolysis during follow-up. This case highlights critical global health challenges, such as the financial burden of chronic illnesses, the lack of proper patient education, and the systemic barriers that make consistent healthcare difficult in low-resource settings. It underscores the urgent need for more affordable treatment options, better patient education, and stronger healthcare systems to improve chronic disease management, especially for vulnerable populations.
A General Framework for Comparing Embedding Visualizations Across Class-Label Hierarchies
Authors: Manz Trevor , Lekschas Fritz , Greene Evan , Finak Greg , Gehlenborg Nils
Published: February 2025

Projecting high-dimensional vectors into two dimensions for visualization, known as embedding visualization, facilitates perceptual reasoning and interpretation. Comparison of multiple embedding visualizations drives decision-making in many domains, but conventional comparison methods are limited by a reliance on direct point correspondences. This requirement precludes embedding comparisons without point correspondences, such as two different datasets of annotated images, and fails to capture meaningful higher-level relationships among point groups. To address these shortcomings, we propose a general framework to compare embedding visualizations based on shared class labels rather than individual points. Our approach partitions points into regions corresponding to three key class concepts---confusion, neighborhood, and relative size---to characterize intra- and inter-class relationships. Informed by a preliminary user study, we realize an implementation of our framework using perceptual neighborhood graphs to define these regions and introduce metrics to quantify each concept. We demonstrate the generality of our framework with use cases from machine learning and single-cell biology, highlighting our metrics' ability to draw insightful comparisons across label hierarchies. To assess the effectiveness of our approach, we conducted a user study with five machine learning researchers and six single-cell biologists using an interactive and scalable prototype developed in Python and Rust. Our metrics enable more structured comparison through visual guidance and increased participants’ confidence in their findings.
Oxytocin increases neural cue-reactivity but modulates cue-induced craving differently in males and females with alcohol use disorder - results of a randomized controlled cross-over trial
Authors: Vetter Sina , Reichl Matthias , Sirignano Lea , Grinevich Valery , Koopmann Anne , Spanagel Rainer , Kiefer Falk , Sommer Wolfgang , Bach Patrick
Published: February 2025

BackgroundCraving and altered reactivity to alcohol cues are central features of alcohol use disorder (AUD). Approved medications yield only limited effects on these facets. Oxytocin (OXY) might be a promising candidate, due to its anti-craving effects. MethodsWe conducted a randomized double-blind placebo-controlled crossover study to investigate the effects of 24 IU intranasal OXY compared to a matched Placebo (PLC) on the neural response to alcohol stimuli (primary outcome) and cue-induced alcohol craving (secondary outcome) in a validated functional magnetic resonance imaging cue-reactivity task in N=24 individuals with AUD. ResultsOXY compared to PLC increased alcohol cue-induced activation in parts of the frontal gyrus, supplementary motor area, hippocampus, parts of the temporal gyrus, fusiform gyrus, parahippocampal gyrus, precuneus, the superior parietal gyrus on a whole brain cluster-level. After OXY versus PLC administration, cue-induced craving during fMRI was rated higher after OXY application (F(1,691) = 4.370, p = .037). Interestingly, sex interacted with the treatment effect on cue-induced craving, i.e., female participants reported higher craving while males reported lower craving after OXY compared to PLC (F(1,691) = 8.914, p = .003). ConclusionsThe results provide evidence that OXY increases cue-induced neural response to alcohol stimuli in brain areas that are associated with cognitive control, context processing and social perception sensory processing and motor control. OXY increases cue-induced craving in female and reduces cue-induced craving in male non-treatment seeking individuals with AUD.Further well-powered studies are needed to investigate OXY effects on the mechanisms underlying AUD and sex-specific effects.
Convolution of MACD + RSI based on Maxwell-Boltzmann distribution to create the “Raffasya v.1.0” as investment decision during Brexit deal 2019
Authors: Herdianto Hengky , Poernamawatie Fahmi
Published: February 2025

On March 2019, Brexit deal to be continued and after the vote, there was a decrease in correlation between directly involved currencies GBP and EUR. Classical indicators will be difficult to determine the direction of high volatility processing trends. Purpose of this research creates a “Raffasya v.1.0” based on statistical mechanics with Maxwell-Boltzmann distribution which provide high accuracy in investment decisions during Brexit deal 2019 with several stages: (1) convolution of OHLC GBP currency’s chart substituted to MACD and RSI indicators; (2) convolution of MACD, RSI, OHLC, and volume of GBP currency’s candle into the Maxwell-Boltzmann distribution; and (3) designed the algorithm of Maxwell-Boltzmann convolution with programming script as the MQL4 and MQL5 for “Raffasya v.1.0” indicators using MetaQuote software. The spectrum of “Raffasya v.1.0” indicators is a new technical analysis developed using statistical mechanics based on Maxwell-Boltzmann distribution. This indicator can provide high accuracy in investment decisions and quickly identify MACD + RSI’s anomaly. So that net income obtained is higher than MACD + RSI’s decision with low risk as well.
Reinterpreting Maxwell with the General Field Quantisation Theorem has implications for the Yang-Mills mass gap
Authors: Vrba Anton Lorenz
Published: February 2025

The inherent quantum structure of classical fields is exposed by the General Field Quantisation Theorem (GFQT), a novel approach to quantising space, time, and the field itself. We study magnetic and electric field quanta (denoted by B and E, respectively) defined in a space quantum l^3. Within this quantised electromagnetic framework, we demonstrate that the set M of algebraic vector equations M :={u = B × E/B · B, B = E × u/u · u, and E = u × B} naturally lead to the Maxwell equations in vacuum. By adopting the physical constants (Planck constant h, elementary charge e, speed of light c, and fine-structure constant α) as axioms, we determine algorithmically a novel theory of quantised electromagnetic field dynamics in vacuum, without resorting to a priori knowledge. Replacing u in M with a gyration velocity vector g (rad per second) we prove that Maxwellian dynamics also apply to gyrations or vortices. Solutions for M identify quantised electromagnetic solitons having one- (e. g. photons), two- or three-dimensional propagation paths. A significant consequence of this approach is the prediction of an electromagnetic mass gap. Furthermore, GFQT’s applicability to all field types establishes a mass gap as a universal characteristic of any field within the quantum field theory framework. Consequently, GFQT substantiates the existence of the Yang-Mills mass gap, albeit in a manner that differs from original expectations.
Quantifying interfacial interactions between kerogen, water, and hydrocarbons across thermal maturity levels and their impact on fluid mobility
Authors: Alaquib Mohammad , Nair Samyukhta , Mclaren Jenny
Published: February 2025

Wettability of organic-rich mudrocks has significant impacts on multiphase fluid flow and hydrocarbon recovery. Since kerogen can constitute a significant volumetric fraction of mudrocks, the wettability of kerogen can considerably affect the wettability of organic-rich mudrocks. In a recent project, we showed using a combination of experimental methods and molecular simulation studies that kerogen type, thermal maturity, and reservoir temperature conditions affect the contact angle of water droplet on kerogen surface. This indicates that the wettability of kerogen is variable with its geochemistry and reservoir conditions. However, these studies do not consider the impact of having a third phase hydrocarbon in the reservoir system. Moreover, wettability affects the distribution of fluids in the porous media and the relative fluid mobility of reservoir fluids. However, the impact of kerogen wettability on fluid mobility is yet to be understood at a molecular level. Therefore, in this research project, we plan to use molecular dynamics (MD) simulations to determine the impact of kerogen geochemistry and reservoir conditions on three phase contact angles of water and hydrocarbon on kerogen surface. We also use MD simulations to determine the impact of wettability on mobility of fluids in kerogen pores. We use realistic molecular models of kerogen. The chemical structure and composition of these molecular models are verified against experimental data for kerogen including Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) measurements, X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS) measurements and X-ray fluorescence (XRF) measurements. The results obtained from MD simulation will be verified against experientially measured three-phase contact angles on kerogen surface. Furthermore, wettability of kerogen surface impacts the interaction between the fluid and the kerogen pores and, therefore, affects the relative permeability/mobility of different fluids in the kerogen pore space. In this work, we simulate water and oil transport through the kerogen pores of varying hydrophilicities by using MD simulations to determine the impact of kerogen wettability on the fluid mobilities.
Conspiracy Theories - Evolution and Culture
Authors: Franks Bradley
Published: February 2025

Conspiracy theories are universal and have been present throughout human history, as far as we know. These facts suggest that an evolutionary account of conspiracist thinking is appropriate. This paper discusses some recent evolutionary accounts and proposes a view which builds on them, but adds a distinctive focus on the morality of cooperation. It argues that elite cover up conspiracies evolved in part as communications about the reputations of that elite concerning their credibility and trustworthiness, with the intention to persuade them to change their behaviour to be more cooperative with the rest of the population. This general picture is argued to interact with local cultural values and practices around cooperation. Applying the model to China involves considering the relations between power distance and guanxi in determining whether cases of elite collusion are viewed as morally problematic conspiracies, with the implication that many cases would not. Implications for the COVID-19 conspiracy theories in China are noted.
Folk Conceptions of Free Will: A Systematic Review and Narrative Synthesis of Psychological Research
Authors: Lam Alison , Yeung Siu Kit
Published: February 2025

The existence of free will has been a subject of fierce academic debate for millennia, still the meaning of the term “free will” remains nebulous. In the past two decades, psychologists have made considerable progress in defining lay concepts of free will. We present the first systematic review of primary psychological evidence on how ordinary folk conceptualise free will, encompassing folk concepts, beliefs, intuitions, and attitudes about free will. A total of 1,384 records were identified following a pre-registered protocol. After abstract and full-text screening, 18 articles published from 2008 to 2020 were eligible for inclusion, comprised of 36 studies and 10,176 participants from regions including the United States, Singapore, Hong Kong, India, Turkey, and Germany. A narrative synthesis of results showed that for ordinary folk, especially the more educated population from the United States, free will is a dynamic construct centred on the ability to choose following one’s goals and desires, whilst being uncoerced and reasonably free from constraints. Results suggesting metaphysical considerations regarding consciousness, dualism, and determinism were inconclusive. Our findings provided preliminary support for a psychological model of folk conception of free will, and elucidated potential pathways mediating the effects of consciousness and dualism on free will attributions. Further research is needed to explicate the distinction between having free will and having the ability to exercise free will, as well as the cross-cultural generalizability and differences of findings on folk conceptions of free will.Keywords: free will, choice, folk concepts, lay beliefs, systematic review, open science
Introducing the kollaR package: a user friendly open access solution for eye tracking analysis and visualization
Authors: Kleberg Johan Lundin , Hallman Astrid Elin Zofia , Astenvald Rebecka , Nordgren Ann , Falck-Ytter Terje , van den Berg Ronald
Published: February 2025

Eye tracking has become an increasingly important tool in cognitive and developmental research, providing insights into processes that are difficult to measure otherwise. The majority of eye tracking studies depend on accurate identification of fixations and saccades in the recorded raw data through fixation filters. Subsequently, it is common to analyze whether fixations or saccades fall into specific areas of interest (AOI). The choice of algorithms can significantly influence study outcomes, especially in populations with noisy data such as young children or individuals with neurodevelopmental conditions. It is therefore crucial to compare and validate potential fixation filter algorithms as part of the eye tracking analysis. Here, we introduce the kollaR package, an open-source R library for performing the main steps of an eye tracking analysis from event detection, to AOI based analyses and visualizations of individual or group-level data for publications. The kollaR package was specifically designed to facilitate selection and validation of fixation filter algorithms through visualizations. In a validation analysis, we show that results from fixation filtering in kollaR is consistent with the output from Tobii Pro Lab, a commercially available software. Through the use of real data from typically developed controls and participants with Fragile X syndrome and intellectual disability, we demonstrate the use of kollaR to evaluate fixation filters and identify potential threats to data validity.