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From Crisis to Opportunity
Authors: Harriott Suzzette
Published: December 2024

This chapter examines the role of multigenerational workforces in effective crisis management across the Healthcare, Finance and Banking, and Retail and Consumer Goods industries. By analyzing the crisis management strategies of three organizations, the study highlights the unique strengths of Baby Boomers, Generation X, Millennials, and Generation Z. Baby Boomers provide stability and strategic oversight, Generation X offers adaptability and pragmatic problem-solving, and Millennials and Generation Z drive technological innovation and creative solutions. The findings emphasize the importance of inclusive leadership and intergenerational collaboration to enhance organizational resilience. Practical recommendations for leaders include creating mixed-age teams, investing in training programs addressing generational differences, and implementing flexible communication strategies. These insights contribute to the broader understanding of leveraging generational diversity for crisis management and organizational success.
Reimagining Workplace Culture
Authors: Thompson Jo Hanna Ingrid
Published: December 2024

This chapter explores the integration of Restorative Practices (RP) within Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) frameworks in global organizational contexts. By reviewing contemporary literature and diverse case studies, it underscores RP's potential to advance the IDEAS model—Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Accountability, and Sustainability—by fostering inclusive cultures and addressing systemic inequities. The chapter presents strategic approaches to implementing RP, discusses challenges such as scalability and cultural resistance, and emphasizes the importance of ongoing evaluation and adaptation. It concludes with recommendations for future research and a call to action for organizations to embed RP into their DEIB efforts to achieve sustainable, inclusive growth.
Blockchain-Driven Knowledge Ecosystems
Authors: Rahman Hakikur
Published: December 2024

Blockchain technology is a distributed, decentralized ledger system that securely and openly records transactions across numerous computers, or “nodes.” The importance of blockchain goes beyond virtual currency. Voting systems, healthcare, supply chain management, banking, identity verification, and other industries are all revolutionized by it. Blockchain guarantees data provenance, trust, and decentralized knowledge repositories in the context of knowledge management. Blockchain has a considerably wider impact than just digital currency; it is influencing a future in which cooperation, security, and trust are valued in a variety of industries. Blockchain ensures transparency, trust, and cooperation, which strengthens knowledge management. By adopting this technology, we open the door to a decentralized future in which information is securely and freely exchanged. This study explores the decentralized concept of blockchain technology, discuss the various aspects of it, the impact of blockchain in contemporary applications and provide hints towards formation of Knowledge Ecosystems.
Blockchain-Based Medical Supply Chain Management Collaboration
Authors: Ozer Elife , Gökalp Ebru
Published: December 2024

The effective management of supply chains presents pervasive challenges across industries, with healthcare bearing additional complexities and risks due to the direct ramifications of supply chain integrity on patient well-being and health outcomes. Blockchain technology (BCT), heralded as a cutting-edge instrument for fostering sustainable advancements in supply chain management (SCM), has garnered considerable attention. However, scant scholarly attention has been dedicated to its role in fostering supply chain integration and collaboration within the healthcare domain. This study aims to conduct an in-depth exploration of the potential advantages and drawbacks associated with the application of BCT in collaborative activities within medical SCM. Through a methodical review of existing literature, the study aims to elucidate the prospects and impediments of integrating BCT in medical SCM from a collaborative standpoint.
Complications of Resource Allocation Policy in Islamic Banking With Metacombination Method
Authors: Dekamini Fatemeh , SafarMohammadluo Shima , Nia Mohammad Mahdi Sharif , Birau Ramona
Published: December 2024

The present research has been conducted assuming the existence of these problems and with the aim of finding complications in resource allocation policy in Islamic banking. This research is based on the practical objective and was carried out during three phases and a multi-stage process. The first phase is the recognition and explanation of the research plan; then, in the second phase, according to the findings of the first phase, the interviews were compiled, and then, using the qualitative approach (Delphi method) to model the various aspects of problem solving, the policy was formulated and implemented. There were discussed in the field of monetary resources and its allocation. Academic experts and experts in the subject area of the research, as well as experts in the National Bank of Iran and Sepah Bank (due to the comprehensiveness and the fact that these two banks are the flagships in the country's banking system and the implementation of the Islamic banking law and without usury), were the intended community.
Intention to Adopt Islamic Financing in Algeria
Authors: Bouarar Ahmed Chemseddine , Mouloudj Kamel , Abdullah Siti Intan Nurdiana Wong , Abdelouahad Nassima , Atamnia Amina , Kebab Manel , Mouloudj Smail
Published: December 2024

This study aims to identify the determinants influencing the intention of customers of conventional banks to adopt Islamic financing (IF) in the context of an Islamic country that seeks to adopt Islamic banking (IB). A structured questionnaire was administered to 163 respondents, and hypotheses were tested using multiple regression analysis. The findings reveal that awareness of IF, attitude towards IF, subjective norms, and perceived behavioral control (PBC) exerts a positive and significant influence on the intention to adopt IF. Additionally, the results indicate a relatively low level of awareness among respondents regarding IF principles and services. Despite this, respondents demonstrate a positive attitude towards IF, strong subjective norms, a high degree of PBC, and favorable intentions to adopt IF. This study contributes to the literature by being the first to investigate IF adoption intentions and its influencing factors in Algeria. Moreover, it expands the application of the theory of planned behavior (TPB) to a different context.
Pursuing Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Through Integrating the Role of Zakat and Its Contribution in Islamic Finance
Authors: Asyifa Laily Nur , Fuadi Nasrul Fahmi Zaki , Zaenal Muhammad Hasbi , Saekhu
Published: December 2024

Zakat, an integral component of the Five Pillars of Islam, functions not alone as a religious duty but also as a means to promote community well-being and foster economic progress. The objective of this research is to examine the integration of zakat into Indonesia's efforts to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Insights were collected from zakat management organizations and sharia financial companies through the utilization of qualitative approaches, such as structured interviews and text analysis. The results demonstrate a substantial increase in the collection of zakat in Indonesia, highlighting its capacity to tackle socio-economic issues and contribute to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Zakat has a diverse range of functions, including reducing poverty and fostering business and education. To enhance the impact of zakat on SDGs, it is suggested to enhance digital literacy and promote collaborative networks. This research offers valuable insights on the utilization of zakat as a driving force for sustainable development in Indonesia.
Sharia Stock Transactions Utilizing Technology and Artificial Intelligence
Authors: Irfan Mohammad , Kismawadi Early Ridho
Published: December 2024

This paper discusses the use of technology and artificial intelligence in Islamic stock investment, which has undergone significant changes in recent years. While technology and artificial intelligence have increased the speed and effectiveness of investment decision-making, investing in sharia-compliant equities poses unique challenges, including locating stocks that adhere to sharia principles. Therefore, it is crucial to develop artificial intelligence algorithms that can assist investors in selecting Islamic equities that comply with sharia principles. This research can contribute significantly to the development of Islamic stock investment, providing insight into how technology and artificial intelligence can enhance efficiency and effectiveness. The study can also assist investors in making well-informed investment decisions and selecting investments that adhere to sharia principles, thereby boosting investor confidence in Islamic stock investments.
Cross-Sector Collaboration and Innovation in Cash Waqf Linked Sukuk in Indonesia
Authors: Said Muhammad M. , Hadiningdyah Dwi Irianti , Bahri S Andi
Published: December 2024

This paper examines the role of cross-sector collaboration and innovation in the implementation of Cash Waqf Linked Sukuk (CWLS) in Indonesia. The study explores how CWLS, as a modern Islamic financial instrument, effectively mobilizes cash waqf and contributes to social and economic development. Utilizing a qualitative research methodology, the paper analyses data from various sources, highlighting the impact of collaborative efforts among government agencies, financial institutions, and community organizations. The findings demonstrate significant advancements in financial inclusion, poverty alleviation, and sustainable development. Recommendations for policy enhancements and future research directions are provided
Text Classification of Persian Documents With Deep Learning
Authors: Aghighi Ramin , Bashiri Hassan
Published: December 2024

This chapter explores the performance of deep learning models including RNN, LSTM, GRU, and CNN in Persian document classification. The Hamshahri dataset is used for evaluation. The dataset comprises 345 MB of news text, encompassing 166,774 documents across 82 categories. The research implemented models in Python using the Google CoLab environment and the NLTK and Hazm libraries for text preprocessing. Preprocessing steps included tokenization, normalization, stemming, and stop word removal. The deep learning models evaluated were RNN, LSTM, GRU, and CNN, with performance metrics such as precision, accuracy, and F1 score. The CNN model exhibited superior performance and stability across various preprocessing scenarios, while RNN was highly sensitive to preprocessing changes. The chapter also investigates the effects of different preprocessing methods, finding that stemming and stop word removal significantly impacted model performance. Overall, the CNN model demonstrated the best adaptation to the linguistic characteristics of Persian text, underscoring its efficacy for this task.
An Optimized Approach for Real-Time License Plate Detection and Tracking Using YOLO-NAS and SORT With Comparative Analysis of YOLO Variants
Authors: Bhutani Monica , Gupta Monica , Khanna Charvi , Bisht Bhavini , Kamshetty Dhruv , Bhardwaj Harshit
Published: December 2024

This paper introduces an innovative deep learning model to enhance license plate recognition systems, using YOLO-NAS for accurate detection and recognition in real-world settings. The model, trained on diverse datasets, incorporates a novel quantization-friendly basic block, addressing previous YOLO model constraints. Performance is boosted with advanced training and post-training quantization techniques. Concurrently, YOLOv8 classifies vehicle types, and the SORT algorithm assigns unique IDs to vehicles, ensuring seamless license plate association, with data stored in a CSV file. EasyOCR recognizes and displays alphanumeric characters on plates. YOLO-NAS achieves 90.2% accuracy, combining high speed and precision, significantly advancing automated license plate recognition and enhancing traffic management and security applications.
Teacher-Focused Approach to Merging Intelligent Tutoring Systems With Adaptive Learning Environments in AI-Driven Classrooms
Authors: Singh Bhupinder , Singh Gursahib , Ravesangar Kamalesh
Published: December 2024

The revolutionize teacher centric approach in intelligent tutoring systems (ITS) and adaptive learning environments shaping the curriculum design and course management. These systems may present real-time feedback, adaptive knowledge customized to the needs of particular students and personalized educational pathways by utilizing artificial intelligence and machine learning Teachers may use AI to create more customized, effective, and captivating educational adventures for learners through employing a teacher-centric approach. This chapter attempts to emphasize the potential of AI to completely alter classroom procedures while emphasizing the important function of teachers in directing and encouraging students through AI-powered instructional settings by looking at the working partnership between professionals and artificial intelligence (AI) instruments in curriculum development and course management.
Sustainability in Higher Education
Authors: Liu Youmei , Curtin Joseph
Published: December 2024

Sustainability has emerged as a critical global imperative, transcending environmental concerns to encompass economic, social, and cultural dimensions in higher education. However, “higher education and its leadership are not yet using their potential impact for a sustainable future” (Kohl, et al, 2022, p. 218). At a time of uncertainty and upheaval due to the disturbance from the fast advanced AI technology, the integration of sustainability across leadership, policy, and teaching practices is essential for shaping an effective educational system. This chapter explores the multifaceted factors of sustainability in higher education in leadership roles, policy decisions, and the synergistic relationship between leadership, policy, and teaching practice in driving transformative change.
Student Outcome Assessment for ABET Accreditation in an Artificial Intelligence Undergraduate Program
Authors: Saeed Saqib , Farooqui Mehwash , Alahmadi Amal A. , Bamarouf Yasser A. , Almuhaideb Abdullah M.
Published: December 2024

Accreditation is an important tool to foster quality assurance in higher education. ABET accreditation is one of the well-known program accreditation bodies to foster quality assurance in academic programs across the world. Aligning the quality procedures of an academic program with ABET aligned processes is a complex task and, in this chapter, we highlight the program assessment and quality assurance practices adopted in an artificial intelligence undergraduate program in Saudi Arabia. The findings highlight that appropriate planning and execution of quality management practices along with stakeholders' education are key factors in fostering a quality culture in an academic program. The case study provides insights for new programs to adopt quality processes in their academic program.
Unveiling the Foundations of Quality Research in Higher Education
Authors: Musendekwa Menard
Published: December 2024

In contemporary academia, understanding the essential factors that contribute to quality research within the higher education fraternity is crucial. This topic explores the multifaceted determinants shaping the landscape of academic research excellence. By examining current trends, methodologies, and practices, this study aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the intricate elements that underpin quality research in higher education. From funding mechanisms and institutional support to researcher expertise and interdisciplinary collaboration, this inquiry delves into the dynamic interplay of factors that drive research quality. By offering insights into the evolving nature of scholarly inquiry and the challenges and opportunities it presents, this exploration seeks to enrich our understanding of how excellence in research is fostered within the contemporary higher education milieu.
Optimizing Sustainability
Authors: Gupta Megha , Deswal Pooja , Chauhan Vishakha , Kumar Pawan , Kaur Jaspreet , Singh Priya
Published: December 2024

The transition to electric vehicles (EVs) is a pivotal step towards achieving sustainability in transportation. However, maximizing the environmental benefits of EVs relies not only on their adoption but also on efficient energy management strategies. This chapter reviewed the different approach to optimize sustainability by leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) for personalized electric vehicle energy management. Traditional energy management systems for EVs often employ generic, one-size-fits-all approaches, neglecting the diverse needs and behaviours of individual drivers. In contrast, our study harnesses the power of AI to tailor energy management strategies to the specific preferences, driving patterns, and charging behaviours of each EV owner. The core of our approach lies in the utilization of machine learning algorithms to analyse vast amounts of data collected from individual EVs, including driving habits, charging patterns, environmental conditions, and energy prices.
A Soft Computing-Based MCDM Approach Selection of Best Electric Vehicles Towards SDG- 7
Authors: Singh Ankita , Avikal Shwetank , Bahuguna Smita , Ghai Anupriya Sharma , Barthwal Anurag
Published: December 2024

Battery electric vehicles are an evolution in the automobile industry as they also contribute to reducing the harmful effects of vehicles on the environment because of fossil fuels and the release of carbon dioxide. The purchasing decision of the consumer is highly dependent on the specific criteria when it comes to the adoption of Battery electric vehicles. This work helps to analyze those specific criteria that are important from a consumer point of view before purchasing a BEV. The selected criteria analyzed in this study are the range of the vehicle, its full charging time, the purchasing price of the vehicle, the battery capacity of the vehicle, and the energy consumption of the vehicle. The analysis to find out the most prominent criteria that affect the purchasing decision of the consumer is done with the help of the Fuzzy AHP approach which provides the weights of the selected criteria and the other technique used is the Technique for Order Preference by Similarity to Ideal Solution TOPSIS, which provides the rank of the selected alternative electric vehicles.
Innovations in Energy Management for Enhanced Efficiency and Sustainability
Authors: Shekhar Ayush , Raj Aayush , Premavathi T. , Palaniappan Damodharan , Saranya S.
Published: December 2024

Recreational changer Electric vehicles (EVs) may minimize pollution and fossil fuel use in transportation. This chapter discusses modern methods for improving electric vehicle (EV) power control for performance and longevity. We discuss AI to optimize power use, bidirectional charging systems to improve grid integration, and blockchain generation to provide transparent and reliable EV energy management. Introduces smart algorithms to optimize energy use in public and home charging, and addresses cybersecurity. This chapter combines these novel methods to expedite electrical transportation development. To ensure that everyone can benefit from electric mobility, the growth of electric car infrastructure must combine social fairness and technical advancement. We answer complex issues regarding how electric vehicle ecosystems may be sustainable by considering renewable energy sources and predicting future battery technology environmental impacts in this chapter.
Designing Funny Way
Authors: Uysal Rahmi
Published: December 2024

Localised humour helps bridge cultural gaps and fosters a sense of connection between users and AI systems. It has the potential to enrich the user experience by making interactions with AI systems more enjoyable and memorable. When localising AI for a specific region like Turkey, understanding what constitutes humour in that culture is crucial. AI that can recognise and respond to humour appropriately in the local language demonstrates a deeper understanding of the target audience and strengthens user trust. This chapter explores how generative AI systems can be designed to understand and respond to humour appropriately in the context of Turkish culture and language by analyzing the role of humour in human-AI Interaction and potential benefits for user experience and trust-building. Qualitative data will be gathered through interviews and expert opinions to understand the role of humour in human-AI interactions from the perspective of Turkish users through semi-structured interviews with experts.
GAI in the 2023 WGA Strike
Authors: Shao Zhiqi
Published: December 2024

The aim of this study is to examine the impact of Generative Artificial Intelligence (GAI) on the screenwriting industry from the perspective of the 2023 Writers Guild of America (WGA) strike, an event that publicly aired the ethical and industrial questions around the emergence of GAI. This study uses qualitative content and thematic analysis to assess English-speaking media coverage from March to December 2023, covering the duration and aftermath of the strike. It analyses 218 valid media articles, categorised into three main themes and nine sub-themes. The findings highlight three critical areas of concern: (1) the potential reduction in narrative diversity and authenticity in storytelling, (2) significant changes in the roles and professional environment for screenwriters as technology is used in the creative process, and (3) ethical challenges regarding copyright and authorship, as well as the risks associated with misinformation.
Beyond the Hype
Authors: Jha Amaresh , Singh Sanjeev Ratna
Published: December 2024

The rise of Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs) in digital media presents both opportunity and challenge. While GANs can create engaging content, their ability to generate realistic yet fabricated media raises ethical concerns about information authenticity and user trust. This paper proposes Explainable AI (XAI) as a solution. By demystifying GAN decision-making processes, XAI can promote transparency in content development, enhance fact-checking, facilitate deepfake detection, and mitigate bias within GAN training data. This multifaceted approach using XAI can foster responsible communication practices and build a foundation of trust between digital media platforms and audiences.
An Investigation of Innovation Mindset, Entrepreneurial Knowledge, and Success of Small Businesswomen
Authors: Noor Nurul Hidayana Mohd
Published: December 2024

The Fourth Industrial Revolution (IR4.0) brought about the development of new computing and automation technology. It is supported by a more dynamic combination of technology that produces unique products that consistently meet customers' needs. However, many entrepreneurs need help managing their business in this ever-changing environment. A dynamic environment requires entrepreneurs to think and act creatively on business opportunities. This study's main objective was to examine the mediation influence of an innovation mindset on the relationship between entrepreneurial knowledge and the success of small businesswomen. A survey was used, and 200 small businesswomen were selected. Data was analyzed using the SEM method. The findings show that the innovation mindset partially mediates entrepreneurial knowledge and business success.
A Critical Exploration of Industry 5.0 in Sustainable Business Performance of SMEs
Authors: Alabi Abdulkadri Toyin
Published: December 2024

The intersection of Industry 5.0 (i5.0) and sustainability has become a significant focus for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs), presenting unique opportunities to improve operations, lessen environmental impact, and promote social well-being. However, research on i5.0 is still emerging, leaving stakeholders seeking to understand its global impact, particularly in how it can enhance sustainable business practices for SMEs. By conducting a critical literature review (CLR), this study developed a framework for the integration and presents myriad ways in which i5.0 can bolster the sustainable performance of SMEs. The study revealed that integrating i5.0 into SMEs operations significantly enhances their sustainable business performance but requires a solid policy framework. The complex industrial landscape necessitates careful navigation through various challenges discussed in this study. This result enriches the discourse surrounding i5.0 and SMEs' sustainability performance, providing guidance for stakeholders seeking to elevate sustainability through the integration of i5.0.
Healthcare and Smart Cities Applications of Secure 6G Infrastructure
Authors: Vashishth Tarun Kumar , Sharma Vikas , Sharma Mukesh Kumar , Sharma Rajeev
Published: December 2024

The emergence of 6G technology guarantees to revolutionize each healthcare and smart cities by means of supplying ultra-fast, secure, and dependable communication networks. This paper delves into the capability packages of stable 6G infrastructure in healthcare, emphasizing its function in improving telemedicine, far off affected person monitoring, and real-time information analytics. Additionally, it explores how secure 6G can facilitate the improvement of smart towns, enabling green control of urban services and infrastructure. The steady 6G community guarantees patient facts confidentiality while facilitating seamless communication among healthcare companies and sufferers. By integrating advanced technology like AI and IoT inside the 6G framework, both the healthcare area and smart towns can acquire unparalleled stages of performance, security, and service high-quality.
Integrating Blockchain IoT and 6G Technologies for Secure Efficient and Sustainable Smart City Applications Enhancing Urban Living Through Innovation
Authors: Cloudin S. , Robinson Joel M. , Manikandan G. , Milcah Blessy I.
Published: December 2024

Smart cities are revolutionised by integrating Blockchain, IoT, and 6G technologies, which improve sustainability, efficiency, and security. IoT permits real-time data gathering and analysis from a variety of urban sensors, while blockchain guarantees data integrity and secure transactions. With 6G's lightning-fast connection, devices can communicate with one other with ease, facilitating better public services, energy optimisation, and intelligent traffic control. By fostering inventive solutions to urban problems and promoting environmental sustainability via resource efficiency, this synergy enhances the quality of life of inhabitants by fostering smarter, more responsive urban settings. When combined, these technologies change cities into intelligent, networked ecosystems that open up new possibilities for urban existence.
Physical and Upconversion Photoluminescence Properties in Nd3+-Yb3+ Doped Lead Borate Glasses at 980 nm Excitation
Authors: Bairagi Renuka , Ansari Ghizal F. , Singhal Kiran , Lone M.Y. , Mahajan Sachin K.
Published: December 2024

Frequency upconversion (UC) photoluminescence (PL) in PbO-B2O3 glass codoped with trivalent ions of neodymium (Nd3+) and ytterbium (Yb3+) is prepared by melt quench method. X-ray diffraction (XRD) and differential scanning carorimetry (DSC) done for structural and thermal studies. Physical properties as density, oxygen packing density, lanthanide ion concentration etc. calculated. Photoluminescence of the sample gives the information of spectral lines, corresponding to the Nd3+ transitions 4G9/2 4I9/2 (at 500 nm), 4G7/24I9/2 (at 550 nm), [4G5/2; 2G7/2] 4I11/2 (at 595 nm) and 4G7/24I13/2 (at 660 nm). The dependence of the UC intensity with the Yb3+ concentration and the time behavior of the UC signal indicated the presence of two energy transfer (ET) pathways involving Nd3+-Yb3+ pairs and Yb3+-Nd3+-Yb3+ triads. Rate-equations for the population densities of the lanthanide energy levels were used to describe the dynamics of the UC emission and to determine the ET rates.
Honouring Andries van Aarde: A journey of faith, justice, and inclusivity
Authors: Buitendag Johan
Published: December 2024

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Pulmonary manifestations in hyper IgE syndrome: A case series and review of Indian literature
Authors: Narahari Narendra Kumar , Kodati Rakesh , Ranganath Prajnya , Kakarla Bhaskar , Gongati Paramjyothi
Published: December 2024

Recurrent pulmonary infections starting from childhood often prompt evaluation for primary immunodeficiency disorders (PIDs). Hyper IgE syndrome (HIES) is a less common PID characterised by recurrent skin and pulmonary infections associated with elevated IgE levels. Staphylococcal infections are more commonly seen in these individuals, resulting in structural lung abnormalities such as pneumatoceles and bronchiectasis. The associated non-immunologic features (characteristic facies, retained primary dentition, scoliosis, osteopenia, and hyperextensible joints) should raise suspicion of this syndrome. We present four cases of HIES and review the pulmonary manifestations in this disease as reported in the Indian literature.
Island destination workforce development and inclusion
Authors: Hussain Zeenaz , Lema Joseph , Agrusa Jerome
Published: December 2024

The one island-one resort concept of the Maldives features a distinct upscale tourism experience for visitors that offers seclusion, remoteness, and privacy. In view of each island as its own resort, the isolation among the islands poses unique challenges for workforce development as employees live on the same island where they work to serve the tourists. In an increasingly competitive tourism market, the resilience of the Maldives as a tourism destination stands on the inclusion of its local residents in the workforce. Largely dependent on tourism to sustain the economy, the Maldives persists with environmental concerns, political strife, and rapid socio-cultural changes along with other unprecedented challenges of an island destination. To understand the experiences of the local employees working in remote upscale resorts, the transcendental phenomenology approach was used to capture the essences of the employees’ lived experiences. Essences are the building blocks of experiences with narratives filtered into specific essences and sub-essences derived from the one island-one resort model. The examined essences including serenity, solidarity, self-development, discontentment, antagonism, and workplace alienation can advance understanding to promote inclusive tourism policies for transitioning remote island destinations.
The 1944 Soviet Deportation of Crimean Tatars to Uzbekistan and the Urals as Special Settlers
Authors: Pohl J. Otto
Published: December 2024

Shortly following the recapture of the Crimean peninsula from German occupation in 1944, the Stalin regime decided to forcibly remove the Crimean Tatar population to Uzbekistan. This decision was officially made on 11 V 1944 and carried out on 18‑ 20 V 1944. The NKVD rounded up close to 200,000 Crimean Tatars during those three days and sent them by train eastward towards Central Asia. Uzbekistan remained the destination for the vast majority of the deportees. More than 150,000 Crimean Tatar deportees arrived in Uzbekistan in the summer of 1944. The Soviet government resettled over a third of these men, women, and children in Tashkent Oblast outside of the capital city of the republic. In Uzbekistan the NKVD initially settled most of these deportees on kolkhozes and sovkhozes to work as agricultural workers. Malaria, malnutrition, and other maladies claimed the lives of tens of thousands of Crimean Tatar lives during their first couple of years in Uzbekistan. These deadly material conditions convinced many Crimean Tatars to subsequently go find jobs in mines, factories, and constructions sites where they could get better access to medicine and food. The Soviet authorities sent around another 30,000 Crimean Tatars to the Urals and other regions of the R.S.F.S.R. In the Urals the NKVD employed the deported Crimean Tatars in forestry work felling trees. The Soviet government placed the Crimean Tatars both in Uzbekistan and the Urals under special settlement restrictions confining them to their new places of residence and work until 28 IV 1956. Even after this date, however, they were not allowed to return home. This article is on their material and legal conditions from 18 V 1944 until 28 IV 1956, a period of 12 years that had a traumatic and long lasting effect upon the national development of the Crimean Tatars. The source base for this article consists mostly of archival documents from the State Archives of the Russian Federation (GARF). Some of these I had access to directly while others are reproduced in published document collections.
Aneksja Krymu z perspektywy dekady. Wnioski dla zagrożonych rosyjską agresją
Authors: Łysek Wojciech
Published: December 2024

Głównym celem artykułu jest zaprezentowanie okoliczności aneksji ukraińskiego Krymu przez Rosję z perspektywy dekady. Na terenie półwyspu żyje liczna ludność rosyjskojęzyczna, dodatkowo zamieszkuje go duża społeczność Tatarów Krymskich. Stąd warto przeanalizować przebieg aneksji Krymu poprzez zaprezentowanie rosyjskiej narracji od Rewolucji Godności po referendum na Krymie, omówienie oporu Tatarów Krymskich oraz rosyjskich represji. Artykuł powstał w oparciu o dokumenty, wystąpienia polityków, analizy, materiały prasowe i literaturę przedmiotu. Rezultatem jest próba znalezienia strategii właściwej dla państw zagrożonych rosyjską agresją.
The Role of the Legislative Body of the Russian Parliament, the Duma, in the Russia‑Ukraine Conflict: The Human Rights Violations form the Wars in Chechnya to the Occupation of Crimea
Authors: Özçelik Sezai
Published: December 2024

This chapter explores the link between the erosion of legislative power in Russia and human rights violations perpetrated by the Kremlin in its „near abroad”. It argues that the weakening of the Duma, Russia’s Parliament, since Vladimir Putin’s rise to power in 2000, has emboldened executive overreach on human rights issues.
The chapter examines two fundamental case studies: 1) The Chechen Wars and Beyond: This section analyzes how the Duma’s failure to act as a check on the executive during the Second Chechen War (1999‑ 2009) set a precedent for future human rights abuses in the region. 2) The Annexation of Crimea and the Plight of the Crimean Tatars: This section investigates how the 2014 annexation of Crimea and subsequent persecution of the Crimean Tatars exemplifies Russia’s disregard for international human rights norms and the Duma’s complicity in such violations.
By analyzing these cases, the chapter demonstrates how a weakened legislature has facilitated the Kremlin’s exploitation of „frozen conflicts” in former Soviet territories to undermine human rights and pursue geopolitical agendas. The chapter briefly mentions the concept of „frozen conflicts” and their significance for Russia’s foreign policy. It also highlights the broader implications of Russia’s human rights record for the international order.
Australia w obliczu zmieniającej się sytuacji bezpieczeństwa na obszarze Indo‑Pacyfiku
Authors: Fijałkowski Łukasz
Published: December 2024

Ostatnie lata przyspieszyły zmianę postrzegania otoczenia międzynarodowego przez władze australijskie, gdzie dotychczasowe trendy międzynarodowe uległy z perspektywy Australii gwałtownemu przyspieszeniu, co wymusiło zmiany w dotychczasowej strategii bezpieczeństwa, a także wpłynęło na podejmowane działania międzynarodowe. Punktem odniesienia dla Australii staje się obszar Indo‑ Pacyfiku, a pojawiające się nowe wyzwania i zagrożenia wymuszają zmiany dotychczasowej polityki. W tej sytuacji w ostatnich latach Australia modyfikuje swoją ocenę strategiczną i podejmuje działania na rzecz dostosowania się do sytuacji i próbie podtrzymania dotychczasowego, korzystnego dla niej, ładu międzynarodowego (rules‑ based international order). Na główne strategiczne wyzwanie wyrosły Chiny i ich polityka. Stąd Australia uzupełnia swoje zaangażowanie w instytucje wielostronne w regionie o nowe formaty minilateralne (Quad, Aukus) oraz rozwijaną współpracę bilateralną. Jednakże Chiny nie wyczerpują całości współczesnych wyzwań dla bezpieczeństwa Australii, stąd mamy do czynienia ze zmianą dotychczasowej wizji obrony państwa i strategii bezpieczeństwa na podejście mające angażować nie tylko instytucje państwowe, ale całe społeczeństwo (whole‑ of‑ nation).
Konflikt izraelsko‑palestyński jako wojna zastępcza Islamskiej Republiki Iranu
Authors: Dryzd Cezary
Published: December 2024

Islamska Republika Iranu od czasów rewolucji z 1979 r. realizuje plan osiągnięcia przez to państwo statusu mocarstwa regionalnego. Proces ten wymaga od Iranu angażowania się w sprawy Bliskiego Wschodu oraz aktywną próbę wpływania na ich przebieg. Przykład konfliktu izraelsko‑palestyńskiego pokazuje, w jak dużym stopniu kwestia Palestyny jest istotna z punktu widzenia regionu, a w szczególności z perspektywy państw chcących odgrywać istotną rolę w formowaniu się bliskowschodniej polityki. Atak Hamasu wymierzony w Izrael z pozoru wydawać się może jedynie lokalnym kryzysem motywowanym próbą uzyskania niepodległości przez Palestyńczyków, jednak na poziomie regionalnym wpisuje się on w szeroko zakrojony proces przenikania się stref wpływu oraz walki o dominację pomiędzy państwami dążącymi do hegemonii regionalnej. Jednocześnie bezpośrednim celem tego konfliktu nie jest zwycięstwo militarne, lecz realizacja założeń w domenie informacyjnej jako narzędzia wpływającego na możliwości w dziedzinie polityki i bezpieczeństwa Bliskiego Wschodu. Z punktu widzenia Iranu wydarzenia te są idealną okazją do konsolidacji państw regionu, które są przeciwne Izraelowi, a w szerszym ujęciu dążą do ograniczania wpływów aktorów spoza regionu na sprawy Bliskiego Wschodu. Tworzy to sytuację, w której pomimo braku bezpośredniego zaangażowania w zainicjowanie konfliktu przez Iran może on czerpać potencjalne korzyści z eskalacji napięcia w obrębie kwestii palestyńskiej.
Dziedzictwo religijne w badaniach antropologicznych. Między perspektywą świecką a religią przeżywaną
Authors: Baraniecka-Olszewska Kamila
Published: December 2024

The article discusses academic approaches towards religious heritage. Drawing on the experience of ethnographic research in Poland, I suggest that analysis based on a relation: sacralisation of heritage – heritagisation of religion does not exhaust interpretive perspectives on the described phenomenon, as it locates it exclusively on the secular plane. Deriving from the notions of “religious heritage complex” and “adjacency,” I demonstrate that relations between heritage and religion, but also secular gaze and religious practice are complex and require theoretical tools going beyond presenting religious heritage in terms of the secular sacred. I bring the Polish context into the debate, emphasising that the dominance of the Roman Catholicism in the public sphere and the role of the Church in building heritage requires critical interpretive tools embracing religion’s impact on heritage-making process and simultaneously, the place heritage takes in lived religion.
Ksiądz Hitlera. Myślenie religijne na usługach nazizmu
Authors: Majewski Józef , Sikorski Dariusz K.
Published: December 2024

In Nazi Germany a small proportion of influential catholic priests openly professed National Socialist ideology and identified themselves with the purposes of the Nazi movement, treating Adolf Hitler as the national Messiah. They were called ‘brown priests’ (braune Priester). Among them was Karl Adam, considered the most distinguished German Catholic theologist of the time. Adam argued in favour of the validity of racist ideas of the National Socialism and proposed a Nazi interpretation of the Jewish origin of Jesus, supporting it with an anti-Jewish interpretation of dogmas on the immaculate conception of Mary and the virgin birth of Jesus. After the Second World War, Adam never admitted his Nazi theological and pastoral activity and never apologised for it. His actions are presented by the authors of this article.

Even today, Adam is, not rarely, considered an eminent religious thinker, a precursor of the Second Vatican Council and the renewal of the Church. In the last two decades, Polish translation of Adam’s two prewar books were published: (Natura katolicyzmu) Das Wesen des Katolizismus and Jezus Chrystus (Jesus Christus). The authors of this paper put forward a thesis that Adam’s collaboration with the National Socialism can no longer be ignored in the assessment of him as a person and of his theological oeuvre.
Podmiotowość agentów programowych w ujęciu teoretycznoprawnym
Authors: Michalczak Rafał
Published: December 2024

W monografii zaprezentowano teoretycznoprawne rozważania nad podmiotowością agentów programowych, czyli programów komputerowych, które dzięki zastosowanym technologiom z zakresu sztucznej inteligencji wykazują zachowania nazywane „autonomicznymi”. Mogą przyjmować postać na przykład programów giełdowych lub programów odpowiedzialnych za sterowanie autonomicznymi pojazdami. „Autonomia” zachowań agentów rodzi problemy prawne związane z przypisywaniem odpowiedzialności za konsekwencje działań.

Pierwszym celem rozprawy jest udowodnienie, że pojęciowe odróżnienie agentów od „klasycznych” programów jest uzasadnione, a w związku z tym dotychczasowe regulacje odnoszące się do programów nie odpowiadają na problemy specyficznie związane z agentami. Drugi cel to krytyczna analiza proponowanych w literaturze modeli rozwiązywania problemów dotyczących przypisywalności odpowiedzialności prawnej. Koncentruje się ona na modelu upodmiotowienia agentów programowych, postulując stworzenie nowej instytucji prawnej – osoby elektronicznej – oraz prezentuje zalety tego podejścia.
On the asymptotic behaviour of the graded-star-codimension sequence of upper triangular matrices
Authors: Diniz Diogo , Yasumura Felipe Yukihide
Published: December 2024

We study the algebra of upper triangular matrices endowed with a group grading and a homogeneous involution over an infinite field. We compute the asymptotic behaviour of its (graded) star-codimension sequence. It turns out that the asymptotic growth of the sequence is independent of the grading and the involution under consideration, depending solely on the size of the matrix algebra. This independence of the group grading also applies to the graded codimension sequence of the associative algebra of upper triangular matrices.

Comment: arXiv admin note: text overlap with arXiv:2402.02671
Penerapan Data Mining untuk Peminjaman Buku dengan Menggunakan Algoritma Apriori
Authors: PRAYOGA RIZA AKHSANI , Basatha Rizky , Akbar Muhammad Sonhaji , Elfaiz Ersha Aisyah , Putra Cendra Devayana
Published: December 2024

Buku merupakan jendela ilmu yang dimana banyak diminati oleh masyarakat. Setiap perpustakaan memiliki koleksi buku yang cukup banyak namun tidak banyak pemilik buku yang memberikan rekomendasi buku yang sering dipinjam kepada pengunjung perpustakaan. Rekomendasi peminjaman buku ini bisa digunakan untuk membantu pengunjung agar tidak bingung dalam memilih buku sehingga dengan cepat bisa memilih buku sesuai dengan kebutuhan. Selain itu dengan adanya rekomendasi peminjaman buku ini bisa membantu bagi pemilik perpustakaan dalam menyediakan buku yang sering dipinjam sehingga memiliki stok yang cukup. Metode yang digunakan dalam rekomendasi pemilihan buku ini memakai algoritma apriori sehingga nanti hasilnya berupa rekomendasi pemilihan buku beserta aturan asosiasi. Pada perhitungan algoritma ini memerlukan perhitungan support baik satu item maupun dua item dimana support memiliki minimum support 40 %. Perhitungan support ini digunakan untuk menghitung kombinasi item baik satu kombinasi item dan dua kombinasi item . Kemudian dilanjutkan untuk membuat aturan asosiasinya menggunakan perhitungan confidence serta dalam menguji keakuratan aturan asosiasi dengan perhitungan lift. Hasil yang muncul dari rekomendasi peminjaman buku berupa Buku Politik dan Buku Ekonomi dengan nilai confidence 83% dan nilai lift 1,25. Kemudian ada Buku Politik dan Buku Fiksi dengan nilai confidence 67% serta nilai lift 1,18. Lalu ada Buku Ekonomi dan Buku Fiksi dengan nilai confidence 60% dengan nilai lift 1,06.
BCMS CLITIC DEPRIVATION
Authors:   University of Washington, BELIĆ Bojan
Published: December 2024

The present paper takes (yet) a(nother) look at one of the outstanding questions regarding the fate of enclitics within a BCMS clause, specifically, the one that explicitly asks: When both accusative and genitive pronominal enclitics are found in a clause, which one precedes the other? An answer is provided by relying on the data collected from seven different BCMS corpo­ra in an attempt to demonstrate that native BCMS speakers do not receive a sufficient amount of information from their elders’ verbal output in order for them to build the necessary linguistic competence so that they could conclusively order the pronomi­nal enclitics in question.
„CHRONICLE OF POPE DUKLYANYN“ AS A LITERARY MONUMENT OF SOUTH SLAVIC LANDS
Authors:   Національний технічний університет України „Київський політехнічний інститут імені Ігоря Сікорського“, БОРБЕНЧУК Ірина , КОРНЄВА Зоя
Published: December 2024

In this paper, the author gives an overview of the chronicle of an anonymous priest from Doclea from the 12th century – “Chronicle of the Priest of Doclea”, i.e., its Latin version, better known as “Gesta Regum Sclavorum”. The author considers conceptual analyses of researchers who studied the chronicle in terms of its historical accuracy, compliance with chronology of events, determining the bloodline of inheritance and the process of formation of South Slavic states in the early Middle Ages. The Latin translation, updated in accordance with the canons of the medieval tradition, is of particular interest for linguistic and literary studies. The complex analysis of the Latin version of the text made it possible to single out the peculiarities of the author’s style and his value ideas that reflect the philosophy of medieval concepts and ideas. For example, the vocabulary of the Chronicle is characterised by the frequent use of toponyms, which increases the historical credibility and strengthens the poetic framework of time and space. The use of anthroponyms emphasises legendary personalities and reconstructs the bloodline of inheritance. Christian lexemes denoting God and church paraphernalia (hierarchy of priests, holidays, names of monasteries and holy books) play a significant role in the creation of religious space. The experienced author knows in detail the chronology of events, the history of the church, the legends and myths of the region, which is reflected in the text of the chronicle
PETAR II PETROVIĆ NJEGOŠ – HRYHORIY SKOVORODA:LITERARY AND EXISTENTIAL DIALOGUE(To the 170th anniversary of the death of the great Montenegrin metropolitan, reformer and artist)
Authors:   Ivan Franko National University of Lviv, PECHARSKYI Andriy
Published: December 2024

The paper made a comparative characteristic of the creative works by Petar II Petrović Njegoš and Hryhoriy Skovoroda. Their literary and existential dialogue includes not only typological connections of biographical facts, activities and artistic and imaginative artists thinking, but also their spiritual and moral values orientation concepts associated with the person’s meaning of life in terms of the Christian ascetic life and national identity. The interpretation of the poems The Ray of the Microcosm, The Mountain Wreath by Petar II Petrović Njegoš, and, thus, the poetic collection Garden of Divine Songs, the philosophical treatise The Serpent’s Flood by Hryhoriy Skovoroda is carried out by taking into account the ethnopsychological features of artistic texts and socio-political events of the epochs in which the Montenegrin and Ukrainian artists lived and worked.