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STRATEGIC CHESSBOARD: EXAMINING THE INTERPLAY OF SAUDI ARABIA, IRAN, INDIA, AND PAKISTAN AMIDST GLOBAL POWER SHIFTS
Authors: Shahid Mubashar Hassan
Published: June 2024

The rise of China has seemingly brought it on a collision course with the preeminent power, The United States of America. This has convinced various states,most notably India, Pakistan, Iran, and the Gulf countries,to re-orient their foreign policies. China’s investments through the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), QUAD’s resurgence, Israel’s foray into the Arab countries, and persistentAmerican support to enhance India’s stature at par with China, have pushed the Indian Ocean Region to be at the epicenter of all global rivalries. The presence of extra-regional forces in the Western Indian Ocean Region has ensured some semblance of stability in the region,but it is the complex, interdependent relationship between strategically co-located states of Saudi Arabia, Iran, India, and Pakistan under the shadow of China-USA competition that is the objective of this study.
Exploring the Application Strategy of Situational Teaching Method in English Classroom
Authors: Hu Qiuhong
Published: June 2024

In the process of teaching English in junior high school, English teachers will apply a variety of teaching methods, among which the situational approach is a common one. Situational teaching is a method in which English teachers combine teaching contents with specific teaching situations by applying some teaching methods. Situational teaching method can effectively promote students' active participation in junior high school English class, which is conducive to students' deep understanding of English teaching content, enhance students' enthusiasm in learning junior high school English knowledge, and promote students' effective understanding of English teaching materials through familiar teaching situations, and improve the efficiency of junior high school English teaching and learning. The purpose of this article is to discuss how to apply contextual teaching method in English classroom to improve students' English learning efficiency.
The way to improve the quality of new smart city public service under the demand heterogeneity
Authors: Cao Kaitao , Yang Jingru , Cong Xuhui
Published: June 2024

Due to the diversity, difference and dynamics of residents' needs, the improvement of public service quality is faced with many challenges. Therefore, it is of great practical significance to improve the path of public service quality of new smart city under the heterogeneity of needs. This paper first introduces the background and basic concept of the new smart city, as well as the development process of the new smart city in China. This paper discusses the heterogeneity of residents' needs in the new smart city, and explains the impact of these heterogeneous demands on the public service quality of the new smart city. This paper also discusses how to accurately locate the service demand by strengthening demand research, optimize the resource allocation and realize the balanced development; promote service innovation to solve the impact of demand heterogeneity on new smart city, public service supply, public service resource allocation and public service innovation, as the reference direction for the improvement of public service quality of new smart city. Finally, this paper analyzes and systematically looks into the future of the new smart city to meet the direct needs of the public's survival, life, development and other social needs, as well as promoting the modernization of the urban governance system information and governance capacity as the main goal, and commits itself to the path design of improving the quality of public services.
Research on Labor and Social Security of Chinese New Flexible Employees under the Background of New Business
Authors: Cao Yuhang , Zhao Dantong , Huang Yawen
Published: June 2024

In recent years, relying on the development of digital economy, a large number of new flexible employees have been born. This paper studies and analyzes the employment situation and social security participation status of new flexible employees under the new format. The study finds that there are a series of problems in the current employment situation, such as non-standard employment of platform enterprises, low participation and level of social security of new flexible employees, and low rate of signing labor contracts. Put forward targeted recommendations: the government to establish or update the relevant policies and regulations, strengthen the protection of the rights and interests of workers, increase the awareness of responsibility and obligation of platform enterprises, give practitioners a sense of security, enhance the ability of new flexible employees to participate in insurance, improve their enthusiasm to participate in insurance and a series of solutions. The government, enterprises and individual workers should cooperate to solve the labor and social security problems of the new flexible employees.
Study on CGTN’s English Communication on Latin America in the Context of the Belt and Road Initiative
Authors: Bi Jing , Feng Ziyi
Published: June 2024

This paper takes the English reports about “Latin America” in the CGTN’s official mobile application from 2021 to 2023 as the research object, with a total of 89 pieces of valid data collected. Methods of content analysis and case studies are used to analyze communicators, messages, media, and audience, aligning with Lasswell’s 5W model. The following features are obtained: in terms of communicators, CGTN is authoritative and professional, and the subjects in the report are diverse; in terms of messages, it covers a wide range of topics and highlights the common values of mankind; in terms of media, it is in line with the audio-visual communication method in the new media era; in terms of audience, the content is audience-oriented. The suggestions for enhancing bilateral cooperation based on these findings are likely to be valuable for policymakers and stakeholders involved in China-Latin America relations.
Aesthetic Interpretation of Chinese Fan Culture in the New Era
Authors: Ding Beijie
Published: June 2024

Fan culture, as a subculture, was formed in the 20th century. With the development of digital technology, Chinese fan culture in the new era presents four major characteristics, such as participation, group, organization and commerce. To decipher the reasons for the formation of fan culture, it can be roughly analyzed from three levels, including emotional resonance, interpersonal attraction and external driving force. Fan behavior is not only a simple pursuit of celebrities, but also a reflection of emotional projection, self-confirmation and group belonging. Although fan culture suffers from the prejudice of "vulgarity", as a kind of popular culture, it actually intersects with elite culture and jointly promotes the development of culture.
Research Progress of China's Rural B and B Based on CiteSpace Analysis
Authors: Cai Lulu , Xiao Xiao
Published: June 2024

The rapid development of rural B&B has gradually become an important carrier of domestic tourism development and an important way of rural revitalization. The article takes 95 pieces of Chinese core literature published in the CNKI database from 2010 to 2022 as the research object, and carries out bibliometric analysis from the amount of articles, time, authors and institutions, and keywords, and then combs out the research contents of five aspects, namely, lodging and rural tourism, design of rural lodging, rural lodging industry, development of lodging and countermeasures, to find out the shortcomings of the research on rural lodging in our country, and to put forward the future development of rural lodging, which should focus on the diversity of research perspectives, and the diversity of research contents. B&B should focus on the diversity of research perspectives and the plurality of research contents, such as the research on the characterization of B&B, the quality enhancement of B&B industry and other contents, as well as the comparative study of B&B industry in different regions, in order to provide reference and inspiration for the in-depth research in this field, and to further understand and promote the practice of rural B&B tourism in China.
Financial Sector Liberalisation and the Climbing of Manufacturing GVCs
Authors: Zhang Meng , Cheng Xinyi , Wu Zhaorui
Published: June 2024

The National 14th Five-Year Plan and 2035 Vision Outline emphasise the need to promote the integration of China's manufacturing industry and service industry, so as to achieve the upgrading of China's manufacturing industry to the high end of the global value chain. Based on the OCED input-output data and the World Bank STRD data, the study empirically explores the impact of financial sector openness on the upgrading of the manufacturing industry's global value chain by using the global multiregional input-output model and the panel model. The study finds that both the quantity and quality of financial sector openness have a significant effect on the upgrading of manufacturing GVCs, with the quality of financial sector openness having a more pronounced effect, and this conclusion still holds after considering robustness; accordingly, it puts forward policy recommendations for financial sector openness to promote the upgrading of manufacturing GVCs.
PUBLICIDADE ENGANOSA E ABUSIVA Á LUZ DO DIREITO DO CONSUMIDOR
Authors: Abrantes Gabriella Santos , Sobreira Patrícia de Albuquerque , Santos Marcelo Henrique dos , Gomes Paulo Victor Dafico Moreira da Costa
Published: June 2024

O presente artigo faz uma análise acerca do Código de Defesa do Consumidor (CDC) e a publicidade enganosa e abusiva, destacando a importância dessa legislação na proteção dos direitos dos consumidores frente às práticas publicitárias. Para alcançar o objetivo proposto foi realizada pesquisa bibliográfica e casos jurisprudenciais. O marco teórico baseou-se nos conceitos código de defesa do consumidor; efeitos da publicidade; melhorar; proteção; publicidade enganosa e abusiva; responsabilização. A análise foi realizada por meio de uma abordagem qualitativa e método hermenêutico, buscando compreender os fundamentos teóricos e práticos relacionados à atuação do Código do Consumidor e sua eficácia. Nesse contexto, serão abordados os efeitos da publicidade para o consumidor, bem como a análise acerca de como a jurisprudência vem se comportado sobre o tema nos dias de hoje. Após, será discorrido sobre a responsabilidade dos fornecedores no âmbito das propagandas. Por fim, será demonstrado como evitar e melhorar deste quadro.
APLICAÇÃO DA TERAPIA FOTODINÂMICA ANTIMICROBIANA SOBRE CEPA DE Staphylococcus aureus ISOLADA DE UMA LESÃO VENOSA
Authors: Bastos Daniela , Soares Kelly Cristina Nogueira , Herrerias Tatiana , Tominaga Tania Toyomi
Published: June 2024

As feridas crônicas geralmente encontram-se infectadas por microrganismos e são um grande problema de saúde pública. A Terapia Fotodinâmica Antimicrobiana (TFDa) pode ser um método de tratamento alternativo ou adjuvante para inativação de microrganismos sem causar resistência antimicrobiana, a qual auxilia na cicatrização das feridas. Neste estudo, investigou-se a eficiência da TFDa em cepa bacteriana clínica de Staphylococcus aureus, coletada de um paciente portador de lesão venosa. Foram avaliados de forma in vitro a concentração do fotossensibilizador (FS) Azul de Metileno (AM), o tempo de incubação do FS e a dose de luz para a inativação da cepa. O AM  foi testado nas concentrações de 0,5% e 1%, com tempos de incubação de 10 e 30 minutos e em doses de luz de 7,52 J/cm2 e 3,76 J/ cm2. A cepa de Staphylococcus aureus foi resistente a Azitromicina, Oxacilina, Penicilina, Imipenem, Ciprofloxacina, Amoxilina + Clavulanato, Cefalotina, Cefepima e Cefoxitina e sensível à Tetraciclina, Ampicilina + Sulbactam e Clindamicina, sendo classificada como cepa multirresistente. A TFDa apresenta efeito bactericida sobre bactérias gram-positivas e também possui uma disparidade significativa entre os tratamentos. Neste estudo a concentração do FS e a dose de luz são fatores que influenciam na redução da viabilidade celular bacteriana. O tempo de incubação é uma variável importante para o tratamento com a TFDa, porém, o tempo de  irradiação apresenta uma maior influência. A dose de luz e concentração do FS ideal foram:  7,52 J/cm2 e AM 1%, respectivamente.
ESTUDO NA ARTAGRO LEITE E GRÃOS: O AUXÍLIO DAS TECNOLOGIAS NAS TOMADAS DE DECISÕES
Authors: Nascimento Jordão Pereira do , Lemos Carlos Paula
Published: June 2024

A agropecuária é a principal atividade econômica brasileira e se apresenta como responsável por contribuir com o crescimento do país e a geração de empregos. Essa atividade cresceu com o auxílio das grandes tecnologias de automação e sistêmicas utilizadas nos processos de produção. Diante desse cenário, o presente artigo objetiva pesquisar sobre a utilização de tecnologias nas atividades da fazenda Artagro Leite e Grãos como ferramentas para tomada de decisões, sendo esse uso considerado como estratégia administrativa para alcançar o planejamento antecipado dos projetos, o acompanhamento em tempo real das atividades, o ganho de produtividade e a tomada de decisões baseadas em dados coletados. Na Artagro Leite e Grãos, o uso de tecnologias de automação e sistêmicas nas atividades vem crescendo constantemente com o propósito de se ter um maior controle das metodologias agropecuárias, mecanizar as técnicas de manejo e também acompanhar o mercado agropecuário atual, o qual a evolução tecnológica encontra-se progressivamente mais moderna e desenvolvida do que em anos anteriores. A partir dessa pesquisa, pretende-se apresentar os resultados obtidos, que poderão se tornar objetos de estudo para os produtores rurais que necessitam de referências para desenvolver técnicas mais modernas, bem como aos agropecuaristas e aos gestores que buscam compreender melhor as atividades dessa propriedade localizada na região de Patos de Minas - MG.
Regional Government Cooperation with Business Entities for Efficiency in the Public Street Lighting Sector for the Potential to Increase Purwakarta Regency's Original Regional Income
Authors: Abdurachman Iman , Rizal Muhammad , Dai Ratna Meisa
Published: June 2024

This research aims to analyze the implementation of Regional Government Cooperation with Business Entities (KPBU) in the Public Street Lighting (PJU) sector in Purwakarta district. The method used in this research is a qualitative method with a descriptive approach with secondary data from books and other sources that support the discussion of this research, as well as media and internet documents, included in the data category. This research shows that if government collaboration with PPP is successful, several things must be considered. Relationships, resources, networks, organizations. In other words, this collaboration is strategically important for both parties. parties and must complement each other, information from both parties must be considered and maintained. Mutual trust is important, especially the efficiency of PJU costs/budgets in the APBD. The implementation of the PPP policy is included in the category of complex cooperation because the mechanism for payment of services is based on payment from savings, the Government does not bear the initial costs (no investment) and does not bear the risk of state losses (zero risk). PPP scheme PJU business entities with unsolicited projects have so far not found any potential complaints or indications of state financial losses because so far they have still complied with the precautionary principle.
HEMŞİRELERDE KLİNİK LİDERLİĞİNİN İŞ PERFORMANSINA ETKİSİ
Authors: Şencan Muhammed , Naldöken Ümit
Published: June 2024

Bu çalışma, hemşirelerin klinik liderlik düzeylerinin kurum içerisinde göstermiş oldukları iş performanslarına etkisini incelemek amacıyla Samsun Eğitim ve Araştırma Hastanesi’nde yapılmıştır. Araştırmanın evrenini 694 hemşire oluşturmaktadır. Örneklem hesabı yapılmış geçersiz olan anketlerde elendikten sonra 254 hemşire araştırmaya dahil edilmiştir. Araştırmada elde edilen veriler “Klinik Liderlik Ölçeği” ve “Hemşireler İçin İş Performansı Ölçeği” kullanılarak toplanmıştır. Çalışmada elde edilen veriler SPSS 22.0 programı ile analiz edilmiştir. Araştırma sonucunda hemşirelerin klinik liderlik ile iş performansı düzeyleri arasında pozitif yönlü orta düzeyde ilişki olduğu tespit edilmiştir. Hemşirelerin diğer sağlık profesyonelleriyle etkili bir şekilde çalışma becerilerinin, bakım koordinasyonunu sağlama performanslarını önemli ölçüde etkilediği görülmüştür. Ayrıca hemşirelerin hizmetleri iyileştirme konusundaki liderlik becerilerinin kuruma sağladıkları katkıyı olumlu yönde etkilediği tespit edilmiştir.
Profil Penggunaan Antibiotik Pasien Covid-19 Terhadap Pasien Rawat Inap Di Rumah Sakit “X” Periode Januari-Maret 2021
Authors: Maulita Fadia Putri , Adiana Sylvi , Lakoan Milda Rianty
Published: June 2024

SARS CoV-2 merupakan virus menular yang dikenal dengan Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrom Coronavirus-2. World Health Organization memberi nama SARS CoV-2 dengan sebutan covid-19 yaitu wabah yang bermula di kota Wuhan, China pada Desember 2019. Covid-19 merupakan penyakit menular melalui percikan liur (droplet) yang dikeluarkan oleh pasien yang terinfeksi Covid-19. Tujuan penelitian ini dilakukan untuk mengetahui Profil Penggunaan Antibiotik Pasien Covid-19 Terhadap Pasien Rawat Inap di Rumah Sakit “X” Periode Januari-Maret 2021. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian observasional dengan pendekatan kuantitatif yang meggunakan metode deskriptif dalam desain penelitian, yang kemudian data diambil secara retrospektif. Penelitian ini menggunakansampel rekam medis pasien Covid-19 di Rumah Sakit “X” yang memenuhi kriteria inklusi. Hasil penelitian berdasarkan karakteristik pasien yaitu jenis kelamin paling banyak perempuan yaitu 164 pasien (50,15%) dan usia paling banyak yaitu 46-55 tahun sebanyak 69 pasien (21,10%). Pada penggunaan berdasarkan jenis antibiotik paling banyak yaitu seftriaxone 276 pasien, penggunaan berdasarkan golongan antibiotik paling banyak yaitu sefalosporin dan makrolida yaitu 190 pasien (58,10%), dan lama perawatan pasien paling banyak yaitu <14 hari sebanyak 271 pasien (82,87%).
MAX REİNHARDT'IN ETKİLENDİĞİ TASARIMCILAR:ADOLPHE APPİA VE GORDON CRAİG
Authors: Çepkan Didem Tuçe , Kulluk Yerdelen Selda
Published: June 2024

19.yüzyılda ihtilaller, ayaklanmalar ve devrimci hareketlerle yaşanan toplumsal ve siyasal değişikliklerle sanatçıların çoğu da bilimsel estetiğe yönelmiştir. 1870’lerden sonra doğalcı-gerçekçi akımın ardından karşı gerçekçi akımla birlikte gelişen simgecilik hüküm sürer. Karşı gerçekçi akımın savunucusu olan, Richard Wagner’in “Sentetik Hareket Tiyatrosu” birleşik toplu sanat anlayışından (gesamtkunstwerk) yola çıkar. Ona göre, tiyatro sanatı bütün sanat dallarının estetik açıdan birleşimiyle oluşur. Adolphe Appia’nın “sentez tiyatro” hareketi de buradan gelişir. Appia’nın sentez tiyatrosu, müzikle birlikte sahne uzamı ve sahne ışığının oyuncunun sahnedeki devinimiyle uzlaştırılmasını temel alır. Uyumlu bir düzen ile oluşan bu birleşimi de yönetmen sağlayabilir. Appia ile benzer görüşlerde olan, Gordon Craig de sahnenin bütünleştirici etkisini yönetmen kavramı üzerinden inceleyen, sentez tiyatro anlayışı ile sahne estetiğine yönelik simgesel çalışmalar yapar. Aynı dönemlerde Max Reinhardt, prodüksiyonlarında aradığı bütünsel anlatımı sentez tiyatronun üç boyutlu plastik sahne tasarımı ve ışıklandırma ile yaratılan sahne uzamının dramatik anlatımında bulur. Böylece Reinhardt, yönetmenliği ile her prodüksiyon için doğru sahneleme ve mekân arayışında olduğu kendi tiyatro anlayışını geliştirir. Bu çalışmayla 20.yüzyıl tiyatrosuna öncülük eden Reinhardt’ın prodüksiyonlarında, Appia ve Craig’in simgesel sahneleme, çağdaş ışıklama, sahnede yaratılan dramatik atmosferdeki etkilerinin sahnenin birleştirici gücü olan yönetmen kavramı üzerinden incelenmesi ile çalışmanın çağdaş tiyatro literatürüne katkı sağlaması amaçlanmıştır. Derleme yöntemi ile çalışılan bu makalede nitel araştırma ile konu hakkında gerekli literatür taraması yapılmıştır. Çalışmadan elde edilen bulgular doğrultusunda Max Reinhardt’ın çağdaş sahneleme anlayışına ve yönetmenliğine, Appia ve Craig’in etkilerinin olduğu gözlemlenmiştir.
A Novel Construction of the g-Riesz Decomposition in Hilbert Spaces
Authors: Wang Yaling
Published: June 2024

The concept of the g-frame, a generalized frame in Hilbert spaces, has garnered attention in recent research. While numerous properties of g-frames have been explored, certain aspects remain unexamined, including a novel construction approach for the g-Riesz decomposition in Hilbert spaces. While prior works such as [12] presented the equivalence conditions for g-Riesz decomposition and Khosravi [10] proposed a new construction method for g-frames, neither addressed a new construction method for g-Riesz decomposition. This paper aims to fill this gap by investigating a novel construction method for the specialized g-frame-g-Riesz decomposition. Leveraging operator theory from generalized functional analysis and function space techniques in complex Hilbert spaces, we establish necessary and sufficient conditions for constructing g-Riesz decompositions, an area insufficiently explored by Khosravi and [12]. Furthermore, we introduce two annotations and provide proofs demonstrating that g-Riesz bases are equivalent to Riesz bases, aligning with the findings of W.C. Sun in [6]. This underscores the significance of our research. The newly proposed g-Riesz decomposition not only contributes to mathematical inquiry but also holds promise for various applications, particularly in signal and image processing.
Research Framework for the Construction of Developmental Support and Education System in Vocational Colleges - A Case Study of Shang Rao Vocational College
Authors: Dong Rao
Published: June 2024

This study investigates the construction of developmental support and education systems in vocational colleges, with a specific focus on the "riser" Project at Shang Rao Vocational College, Jiangxi province, China. Recognizing the evolving needs of economically disadvantaged students, the study explores the efficacy of holistic developmental support initiatives beyond traditional financial aid. Through a mixed-methods approach incorporating theoretical frameworks, empirical data analysis, and stakeholder insights, the study evaluates the effectiveness of existing support systems and identifies areas for improvement. Key findings highlight the significance of integrated support services in fostering students' academic, personal, and professional growth. The "riser" Project emerges as a notable exemplar of comprehensive developmental support within vocational education settings, though opportunities for refinement are evident. Practical recommendations are offered to optimize support services and enhance student experiences, contributing to the advancement of vocational education in the post-poverty era.
Research on Bank Hall Service Management Strategy of Rural Commercial Bank
Authors: Shang Jianhong
Published: June 2024

With the transformation and upgrading of financial technology, people's demand for personalized banking services is getting higher and higher. In order to meet people's growing financial needs, commercial banks have carried out a series of branch transformation and upgrading. As the main business place of physical network, the hall of rural commercial bank plays an irreplaceable role in electronic channels and virtual places. After decades of development, rural commercial banks have carried out a series of reforms and innovations. At present, the external layout of hall outlets, such as intelligent machinery, electronic equipment, and standardized network construction, has achieved initial results. Under the background of network transformation, the network construction of rural commercial banks has undergone great changes, but the concept of hall operation service has not matched the network construction in time, and can not adapt to the requirements of banking development under the new situation. In view of this situation, this paper explores the hall management and operation services of rural commercial banks, with the purpose of improving the hall service efficiency of rural commercial banks, improving the enthusiasm of employees, improving the service quality and efficiency, and increasing the profitability of banks.Taking the branch hall management of commercial banks in rural areas as the entry point, this paper uses literature research, process reengineering, salary management and other relevant theoretical research methods, SWOT analysis and other methods to analyze the problems existing in the transformation and upgrading process of branch halls of rural commercial banks, such as unreasonable staffing, cumbersome processes, low efficiency and low customer satisfaction. This paper explores the causes of such problems according to the problems, that is, backward management system, market positioning, low entry conditions for competitors, and low scale effect. Finally, it aims to improve system management, optimize organizational framework, integrate hall zoning, refine the division of labor, increase scientific and technological support, and innovate service modes. Improve the assessment mechanism, and put forward constructive suggestions on hall management and marketing strategy in the process of network transformation and upgrading to employees. The research in this paper can improve the service quality and efficiency of hall staff, improve the post adaptability of hall staff, thus improve marketing performance, realize the transformation and upgrading of outlets, and achieve greater economic benefits of rural commercial banks.
Comparative Analysis of Diabetic Retinopathy Using Deep Learning Concepts
Authors:   Research Scholar in Computer Science and Engineering, Noorul Islam Centre for Higher Education, Kumaracoil-629180, Thuckalay, Tamilnadu, India., A S Sabeena
Published: June 2024

Diabetic retinopathy is a complication of diabetes that affects the eyes. It is a progressive disease that occurs in stages, each of which is characterized by specific changes in the retina. It is caused by damage to the blood vessels in the retina, which is the light-sensitive part of the eye that sends visual signals to the brain. People with diabetes, especially those with poorly controlled blood sugar levels, are at risk of developing diabetic retinopathy. Over time, high blood sugar levels can cause the blood vessels in the retina to become damaged or blocked. This can lead to swelling, bleeding, and the growth of abnormal blood vessels in the retina, which can cause vision loss or even blindness. Symptoms of diabetic retinopathy may include blurry vision, floaters (spots in the field of vision), and difficulty seeing at night. However, many people with diabetic retinopathy may not have any symptoms at all in the early stages of the condition. Treatment for diabetic retinopathy may involve controlling blood sugar levels, blood pressure, and cholesterol levels, as well as laser treatment, injections, or surgery in more advanced cases. Regular eye exams are also recommended for people with diabetes to detect any early signs of diabetic retinopathy and prevent vision loss. Keywords: Diabetic Retinopathy; Deep Learning; Image processing; Convolution neural network
A STUDY ON UNDERSTANDING THE STATE AND DIRECTION OF HR AS AN OCCUPATION THROUGH INSTITUTIONAL THEORY – THE CASE OF JAPAN 1.
Authors: Reddy, M.Akhila
Published: June 2024

Using institutional theory as a lens, this study explores how the field of human resources (HR) has changed in Japan. An understanding of the influences influencing the HR profession can be gained through an examination of institutional theory, which studies how routines, conventions, and institutions come to be recognized as authoritative standards for social behavior. This study aims to identify the institutional elements driving HR in Japan by looking at historical data, contemporary practices, and developing trends. The sociocultural, economic, and legal contexts that influence HR practices are explored in depth in this study. It draws attention to the ways that globalization, technology improvements, and demographic changes are posing a threat to long-standing Japanese work norms, such as lifelong employment and promotions based on seniority. By employing a blend of qualitative and quantitative techniques, such as conducting interviews with HR specialists, administering surveys, and examining secondary data, the study pinpoints the principal patterns and influences propelling transformations in HR positions and duties. Keywords: Institutional theory, sociocultural, HR practices, demographic changes, Japanese work norms.
Exploring The Genetic Implications of Endogamous Marriage In The Qur’an And Science
Authors: Hanifah Yulianti , Nasir Muhammad , Badarulzaman Muhammad Hafiz , Faridatunnisa Nor , Rofikoh Linda
Published: June 2024

With the advancement of time and scientific knowledge in the medical field, endogamous marriage now encompasses activities that may result in offspring with abnormalities or genetic diseases. This controversial issue has prompted the author to explore the theme of endogamous marriage according to the Qur'an based on Q.S an-Nisa' [4]: 23 and Q.S al-Ahzab [33]: 50 while incorporating a scientific perspective. This article adopts a qualitative approach based on a literature review with primary sources al-Qur’an, then correlates the Koran and science. The findings indicate that according to the Qur'an, endogamous marriage is deemed lawful, appropriate, and safe. From a scientific standpoint, endogamous marriage does not invariably entail the risk of producing offspring with defects or genetic diseases, as such outcomes may occur only if one or both parents carry recessive genes. Therefore, regardless of the type of marriage, the paramount consideration is the health status of the bride and groom. As a solution, the article suggests implementing mandatory pre-marital health screenings, especially for endogamous marriages. This approach aims to facilitate informed decisions in establishing harmonious households and ensuring the birth of healthy offspring.
Poverty dynamics amidst intersecting crises in rural Bangladesh
Authors:   Institute of Development Studies, Diwakar Vidya , Brzezinska Ida ,   Oxford Policy Management
Published: June 2024

This paper examines three crises – namely climate-related disasters (droughts and floods), COVID-19 and related economic shocks and stressors, and conflict and political violence – to assess their relationship with household poverty dynamics in rural Bangladesh. This work is part of a broader working paper series on intersecting crises and poverty dynamics in different country contexts (e.g. see Diwakar and Brzezinska, 2023).
The Effects Resulting from Using WhatsApp in the Routines of Education Workers
Authors: Cardoso Roberta Elpídio , Nunes Nei Antonio , Pazetto Alexandre Zawaki , Pacheco Diego , Andreola Jocélia Felícia , Thomé Ricardo Lemos , Guerra José Baltazar Salgueirinho Osório de Andrade
Published: June 2024

This article aims to explore the impacts of power dynamics arising from the use of the WhatsApp instant messaging application on the work routines of civil servants within a public educational institution. Utilizing the Foucauldian genealogy of power as a theoretical framework, we endeavor to conduct a critical historical analysis of the mechanics behind socially constituted power relations. Employing a qualitative case study approach, we juxtapose the analytics of power (drawing categories from the Foucauldian genealogy) with the investigative model of technological paradoxes, focusing on ‘Control vs. Chaos’ and ‘Autonomy vs. Addiction’, against data collected from interviews to uncover the power effects within this virtual space. Key findings include the observation that managers leverage a ‘system of differentiations’ to categorize and control subordinates through WhatsApp in a sophisticated and efficient manner. Moreover, the supposed enhancement of productivity through hyperconnectivity leads to compulsive smartphone use among employees, a phenomenon we interpret, following Foucault, as an institutionalized process of worker subjugation. Nonetheless, practices of resistance emerge, contesting these subjugation processes that affect the subject-workers. The institutional ‘battle’ for increased autonomy and healthier work routines emerges as one of the most potent forms of resistance against the overreach of power effects associated with WhatsApp use in the examined work contexts.
The Role and Social Function of Maoqiang Chinese Opera in Transmitting Cultural Heritage through Education
Authors: Song Changqing , Thotham Awirut
Published: June 2024

This research investigates the transmission of Maoqiang opera, focusing on the iconic repertoire “Zhao Meirong Guan Deng” and its role in preserving cultural heritage in the Shandong Peninsula. The objective is to investigate the role and social function of Maoqiang Chinese opera in transmitting cultural heritage through education. The research site encompasses various academic institutions and community-based events in Jiaozhou City, where key informants, including Maoqiang opera practitioners and local authorities, provide insights into the transmission process. Data analysis involves qualitative methods, including interviews, observations, and document analysis, to elucidate the multifaceted role of “Zhao Meirong Guan Deng” in cultural transmission. Methodologically, the research employs a mixed-methods approach to capture the complexity of Maoqiang opera transmission and its societal impact. The research results highlight the enduring legacy of Maoqiang opera and the effectiveness of incorporating traditional repertoire into educational curricula, fostering an appreciation for intangible cultural heritage among diverse audiences. Suggestions for future research include exploring innovative transmission strategies, leveraging digital media, and strengthening collaboration between cultural institutions and educational stakeholders.
Evaluation of the turning parameters of AISI 5115 steel in dry and MQL cutting environments with the use of a coated carbide cutting insert: An Experimental Study
Authors: Demirpolat Havva
Published: June 2024

This study investigates the effects of cutting parameters on turning AISI 5115 steel in both dry and MQL environments using a coated carbide insert. The cutting parameters are determined using a full factorial design. A comprehensive full factorial experimental design was executed in order to investigate the effect of cutting parameters, including cutting speed, feed rate, and depth of cut, on surface roughness, cutting force and cutting temperature. Following the completion of the turning trials, surface roughness measurements were meticulously recorded. Also cutting force and cutting temperature were measured. The results of the study indicated that the most significant influence on surface roughness is exerted by the feed rate. Moreover, the impact of the depth of cut became more significant as the cutting speed decreased. While the surface roughness increased by 23% in the dry environment due to the increased feed rate at low cutting speed, the increase in the MQL environment was 32%. The cutting temperature is influenced by a number of factors, including the cutting parameters and the material properties. The maximum temperature for turning in the MQL environment was 381°C compared with an average cutting temperature of 430°C in dry machining conditions. The application of high-speed cutting in a dry cutting environment was found to result in a 10% increase in cutting temperature. The influence of cutting speed on the outcome was less pronounced in the MQL environment. At high cutting speeds and low parameter values in the MQL environment, the cutting force decreased by 75% in contrast to the low cutting speeds and high cutting parameters in the dry environment. The optimal cutting conditions for minimising cutting force were identified in the MQL environment, characterised by high cutting speeds and low feed rates.
Productivity and Psychology Well
Authors: Moch. Anas Bachtiar  , M. Isa Anshori
Published: June 2024

Increasing employee work productivity is a major concern for companies. Its decline can be fatal to the company's profits and survival. Therefore, this literature study was made to understand the concept of psychological well-being and how its application can increase employee work productivity. This research uses the literature review method or literature review. This method is systematic, specific, and consistent in conducting in-depth identification of various sources of information. This literature study resulted in findings that the dimensions of psychology and employee productivity have a close relationship and influence each other. A good psychological dimension can increase motivation, focus, creativity, teamwork, and employee job satisfaction, which ultimately has an impact on increasing productivity. Conversely, a bad psychological dimension can reduce all these factors and result in decreased productivity.
Más allá del Diablo: la reconfiguración del pacto demoníaco desde los videojuegos y los aluxes en la LIJ mexicana contemporánea
Authors: Juárez Bautista Carlos
Published: June 2024

El presente artículo muestra cómo el tema clásico del pacto satánico se actualiza en la literatura mexicana a partir de su propio contexto en el siglo XXI, al incluir elementos tecnológicos de la época, así como de sus propias tradiciones prehispánicas, como fusionar la figura tradicional del Diablo con las creencias propias de la cosmovisión maya, en este caso los aluxes. Además de mostrar la reconfiguración de este tema fantástico, se analiza lo que esto supone dentro de la tradición de la literatura infantil y juvenil, pues las connotaciones subversivas de este género también funcionan para desestabilizar las nociones socioculturales de la infancia y la adolescencia. En este sentido, el trabajo aquí presentado analiza «Abaddon Tenebrae» de Antonio Malpica y «Cambio de vías» de Ana Romero desde lo sintáctico y lo semántico de lo fantástico y el pacto demoníaco, pero también sus implicaciones a nivel social desde un discurso transgresor.
Botánica monstruosa. Plantas fantásticas y horror vegetal en El día de los trífidos de John Wyndham
Authors: Sánchez Téllez Ingrid
Published: June 2024

El objetivo de este artículo es analizar la función de las imágenes de las plantas terribles en la novela El día de los trífidos de John Wyndham. Para tal fin, la teratología vegetal nos permite dilucidar la configuración narrativa del caos en la novela, los temores que surgen tras la Segunda Guerra Mundial y los órdenes políticos que se establecen tras la amenaza de la extinción. Por consiguiente, este artículo indaga en cómo el pensamiento vegetal ha sido omitido de la estructura narrativa en favor de un terror vegetal. El artículo está divido en tres partes. La primera parte es un estudio sobre las dos posturas del pensamiento vegetal para dilucidar de qué manera la novela El día de los trífidos omite la semántica vegetal para construir una narrativa de terror. La segunda parte propone que el terror vegetal estructura la idea de caos en la novela. La tercera parte interpreta la afirmación de la existencia humana a partir del control de la agencia vegetal. Como conclusión, la novela de Wyndham explicitará que la configuración de la civilización requiere, necesariamente, del establecimiento de un orden entre las especies: un orden en el que el ser humano se establece como agente rector de las dinámicas y la existencia.
El rizoma fantástico como metáfora del espacio globalizado en «Chico ventana también quisiera tener un submarino»
Authors: Marves Andreu
Published: June 2024

El artículo analiza el rol que desempeña el espacio en la película Chico ventana también quisiera tener un submarino (Alex Piperno, 2020), bajo la premisa de que este actúa a modo de metáfora de la globalización. Para ello, parte del estudio del espacio en el fantástico de Patricia García, especialmente de su tipología del rizoma fantástico, así como de teorías sociales y literarias acerca de la globalización. Estableciendo un paralelismo entre el rizoma fantástico y el espacio de flujos, este último teorizado por Manuel Castells, el artículo estudia qué aporta esta figura propia del fantástico a la representación de un fenómeno comúnmente abordado desde el realismo.
La venganza de la naturaleza. «El día de los trífidos» y la colonización inversa
Authors: Lucendo Santiago
Published: June 2024

El objetivo de este artículo es señalar la importancia de los trífidos, creados en la novela de John Wyndham El día de los trífidos (1951) como pioneros de un mundo vegetal singular, que además de ser un referente del terror vegetal, anticipa a los estudios posteriores que iniciaron el interés por la agencia de las plantas y sus capacidades inesperadas. La comparación con otras criaturas fantásticas vegetales, como los ents de J.R.R. Tolkien, y la aplicación del concepto de colonización inversa a las plantas, nos permiten entender mejor el sentido y evolución del trífido en un contexto actual. Conduciéndonos desde la ficción literaria a un replanteamiento del mundo vegetal acechante, como sujeto a tener en cuenta, para un cambio de paradigma en el marco de la ineludible reflexión medioambiental.
De la iniciación al delirio: Aura y Vlad, dos novelas fantásticas de Carlos Fuentes
Authors: Hazaiova Lada
Published: June 2024

Carlos Fuentes es uno de los autores más destacados del panorama de la literatura fantástica hispanoamericana del siglo XX. El objetivo de este artículo es hacer un análisis comparativo de dos novelas cortas suyas, Aura y Vlad, en el trasfondo de la formación – personal de Fuentes y general de la modalidad – de la literatura fantástica y del concepto de lo fantástico modernos. Como pasaron más de cuatro décadas entre la publicación de una y otra, decidimos analizarlas y plasmar sus estrategas narrativas, la forma de constitución del espacio fantástico y la atmósfera ambigua y, ante todo, el uso creativo de las figuras míticas de vampiro y bruja con respecto a su representación en otras obras, tanto fuentesianas como ajenas.
Book review: Irimia, Monica Alexandrina, & Mardale, Alexandru (eds.). 2023. Differential Object Marking in Romance: Towards microvariation. John Benjamins.
Authors: García-Peris Daniel
Published: June 2024

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Robuste fellesskap
Authors: Anderssen Jorid , Dyb Kari , Eriksen Sissel H. , Falck Ulrik H. L. , Gjernes Trude , Hagen Roar , Kristiansen Truls Tunby , Magnussen Ida Elise , Rød Daniel , Solheim Erling F. , Solum Espen Eigil Barratt-Due , Trondsen Marianne V.
Published: June 2024

Det norske samfunnet kan beskrives som fem millioner rasjonelle egoister som bytter med hverandre på markedet. Dette foregår under overvåkning av en byråkratisk stat, støttet av et omfattende tvangsapparat. Men et slikt samfunn ville være «en sosiologisk uhyrlighet», sier Émile Durkheim, en av sosiologiens klassikere. For det norske samfunnet er også «noe mer», nemlig et fellesskap. Dette kommer tydelig frem i dagens samfunnsdebatt. Ikke bare er fellesskapet «truet» av utfordringer som økende sosial ulikhet, eldrebølge og miljøproblemer. «Mer fellesskap» er også løsningen på de fleste av disse utfordringene. Men hva er nå dette fellesskapet?
Denne boken utforsker fellesskap i Norge. Hva karakteriserer fellesskapet i det norske samfunnet? Utgjør samfunnet i sin helhet et fellesskap, eller består det av flere mindre fellesskap? Videre undersøkes det hvilke faktorer som svekker fellesskapet, hva som bidrar til å styrke det, samt hvilke konflikter som eksisterer innad og mellom ulike fellesskap. Slike spørsmål kan ikke besvares en gang for alle. Vår ambisjon er at denne boken vil bidra til økt kunnskap om et svært viktig og aktuelt tema gjennom empiriske og teoretiske sosiologiske analyser av hvordan vi «gjør» fellesskap på ulike nivåer og arenaer i det norske samfunnet.
Boken er rettet mot alle som ønsker å utdype sin forståelse av fellesskap i Norge, som forskere, beslutningstagere, studenter og medlemmer av den allmenne offentligheten.
Sleep Disordered Breathing in Professional Drivers in Damietta Governorate
Authors: Elsherbiny Mohamed Elsayed Abd Ellatif , Mahmoud Ayman Ahmed , Hassan Kamel Abd Elgafar , Al-Wakeel Ismail Mohammed
Published: June 2024

Background: The overarching term sleep-related breathing disorders is utilized to collect the various conditions in which a person experiences an aberration of respiration entirely or in part, during sleep.
Aim of the work: The aim of this work was to estimate the prevalence of sleep disordered breathing among professional drivers in Damietta Governorate.
Methods: This research included two parts: First part was descriptive longitudinal study contained two phases: Phase- I: diagnosis of the symptomatized patients as SDB patients and Phase-II: treatment and follow up of the diagnosed patients. Second part: cross sectional study. Phase-I: 110 male commercial drivers with license belong to Damietta Governorate Traffic Unit who were self-referred or referred by a physician to SDB Unit Clinic with symptoms suggesting sleep disordered breathing. Phase-II: The diagnosed drivers with SDB 100 from 110 drivers were offered treatment options according to clinical practice guidelines. This second part of the study included 510 male commercial drivers.
 Results: Multivarivate analysis of statistically significant predictors of OHS in bivariate analysis and we found three independent predictors (with percentage for accuracy of this model= 99%): AHI (OR=2.3), sleep efficiency (OR=0.98) and arousal index (OR= 1.89). where each unit increase in both AHI, sleep efficiency results in increase in the risk of OHS by 2.3 and 0.98 respectively. Each unit increase in arousal index decrease the risk of OHS (1.89). there was a higher percentage of accidents in the group of OHS in comparison to OSA group and this difference was statistically significant (p≤0.001).
Conclusions: High prevalence of SDB among commercial drivers in Dameitta governorate. Neck circumference (≥ 38.5) is the most useful independent predictor for SDB and cut of point of AHI and arousal index are the most useful independent predictors of OHS. Higher prevalence of accidents and near accidents in those with SDB versus those without SDB and more prevalent in OHS vs OSA.