bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Art and Material
Authors: Michael Kargl
Published: September 2024

This exhibition discusses the question of what the term material means in relation to artistic work. Starting from a classical understanding that describes the materials of art only retrospectively, the exhibition explores the impossibility of understanding material as something separated from the artist and the working process, and thus as something that can be definitively named. Rather, it is proposed to understand material as something that is subject to constant change and exists as such only at the moment of its comprehension as material. The concept of material thus changes from a fixed fact to a concept of a relational process.
CELIUM "The aesthetic of electronic dance music in a band setting "
Authors: Michal Jerzy Nietyksza
Published: September 2024

Michal Nietyksza's Artistic Research Dissertation (Master)
Regulation of noradrenaline synthesis, uptake, and degradation in the left ventricle by fatty acid amide hydrolase (FAAH) inhibitor URB597 in the chronic unpredictable stress model of depression
Authors: Ferizovic Harisa , Spasojevic Natasa , Jankovic Milica , Stefanovic Bojana , Dronjak Sladjana
Published: September 2024

Depression has been linked to the dysfunction of the autonomic nervous system, which may cause dysregulation of the cardiovascular system. One promising therapeutic strategy for treating different diseases is inhibiting the enzyme fatty acid amide hydrolase (FAAH), which increases the availability of endogenous cannabinoids. We examined the effect of chronic FAAH inhibition with URB597 treatment on the noradrenaline (NA) content, synthesis, transport, and degradation in the left ventricle of female and male rats exposed to chronic unpredictable stress (CUS). CUS decreased the levels of both NA and dopamine-?-hydroxylase (DBH) protein in male rats and decreased NA transporter (NET) protein levels in female rats while elevating monoamine oxidase A (MAO-A) in both sexes. Intraperitoneal URB597 application led to increased expression of DBH in stressed males, as well as elevated NET protein levels and decreased MAO-A protein levels in the left ventricle of stressed rats of both sexes. URB597 treatment may have a beneficial effect on the cardiovascular system in an animal model of depression with heightened sympathoneural activity.
Influencing the powder particle transport in high-speed laser melt injection
Authors: Warneke Philipp , Westermeyer Lucas , Bohlen Annika , Seefeld Thomas
Published: September 2024

Using high-speed laser melt injection (HSLMI), it is possible to generate wear-resistant metal matrix composite (MMC) surfaces on tools with great productivity. Since high laser intensities are required for reaching high process speeds, strong interactions can occur between powder particles and the laser beam. In order to reduce the interaction time and gain a better understanding of the role of particle transport in the HSLMI process, trajectories of spherical fused tungsten carbide (SFTC) particles were analyzed using high-speed imaging. The trajectories were divided into a path outside the laser beam and a path inside the laser beam. The identified interaction mechanisms were particle deformations, the formation of agglomerates, and particle disintegration. The volume flow rate of the feeding gas was found to have a decisive influence on the travel time of the particles, whereas the powder feed rate and the working distance of the powder nozzle only had a minor influence. Consequently, an increased volume flow rate led to a significant reduction of interactions between SFTC particles and the laser beam.
Homenagem a Robert Collins Hoffman
Authors:   Revista de Medicina Desportiva informa, Ribeiro Basil
Published: September 2024

“O treino de força muscular (musculação) tem uma história. Atualmente faz parte de qualquer programa de exercício físico, quer seja no contexto clínico, quer seja no de rendimento... Em 1898, nasceu nos Estados Unidos da América Robert Collins Hoffman. Rapidamente se destacou nos desportos aquáticos, em particular na canoagem. Em 1915, aos 17 anos, era conhecido na cidade de Pittsburgh como o Homem de Ferro... Fundou posteriormente a empresa York Oil Burner Company, na qual treinava atletas levantadores de pesos. Nessa altura esta empresa era a principal fabricante de pesos a rapidamente se tornou num grande sucesso... Entre 1937 e 1967 treinou a seleção nacional do EUA nesta modalidade, tendo participado em 5 Jogos Olímpicos. Foi a época de ouro. Todos estes sucessos fizeram dele o pai do levantamento do peso americano e mundial... Entretanto, iniciou a publicação Força e Saúde, na qual realçava a importância do treino com pesos... era um grande empreendedor e com uma enorme visão futurista. Ele foi o pioneiro na comercialização de suplementos alimentares para os atletas... Bob Hoffman morreu em 18 de julho de 1985, tinha 86 anos de idade. O seu legado ficou entre nós e foi (é) considerado como o principal impulsionar do treino de força e de levantamento de peso no século XX.”
Effectiveness of bionematicide from Purpureocillium lilacinum in controlling root-knot nematodes (Meloidogyne spp.)
Authors: Swibawa I Gede , Fitriana Yuyun , Solikhin  , Fiandani Ambar , Suharjo Radix , Purnomo  , F.X. Susilo
Published: September 2024

This research aimed to study the efficacy of the fungus Purpureocillium lilacinum as a bionematicide to control root-knot nematodes (RKN). Two steps of experiments were carried out in this study. The first experiment involved the application of various levels of bionematicide doses to control RKN on tomato plants. The second experiment tested the application of bionematicide (both as a single application and in combination with bromelain compost) to control RKN on guava cv. Kristal. A carbofuran nematicide was applied following the company’s recommendation in this second experiment for comparison. The results of the first trial showed that the application of P. lilacinum bionematicide at doses ranging from 20–40 g per plant or 7–13 g per kg of soil was effective in reducing the J-2 RKN population in the soil and roots, as well as mitigating damage to plant roots. In the second experiment, it was shown that the application of P. lilacinum bionematicide, either alone or mixed with bromelain compost, was more effective than the application of carbofuran nematicide in reducing the J-2 RKN population in the soil and roots, as well as in minimizing root damage to guava seedlings. Additionally, the application of bionematicides mixed with compost proved more effective than their single application in reducing plant root damage. Furthermore, apart from being able to control nematode populations and plant damage, P. lilacinum bionematicide could stimulate plant growth.
The effectiveness of Liliaceae phyllospheric Actinomycetes as biocontrol agent of purple blotch disease (Alternaria porri Ell. Cif) on shallot
Authors: Wati Cheppy , Nawangsih Abdjad Asih , Wahyudi Aris Tri , Wiyono Suryo , Munif Abdul
Published: September 2024

Purple blotch, caused by Alternaria porri, affects leaves and tubers, leading to reduced yields. Traditionally, synthetic chemical fungicides were heavily relied upon for control. As an alternative, biocontrol agents like actinomycetes have gained attention. Some actinomycetes can suppress plant pathogens by producing antifungal compounds. This research aimed to investigate the efficacy of phyllosphere actinomycetes from Liliaceae plants as biocontrol agents against purple blotch disease on shallots in the greenhouse. Conducted at the IPB University Plant Bacteriology and Mycology Laboratory and the greenhouse at Bogor Agricultural Development Polytechnic, West Java, the research involved several stages, including pathogen identification, preparation of actinomyces inoculum and A. porri, and application of actinomycetes biocontrol agents to shallots in the greenhouse. A. porri isolates were obtained from shallot production centers in the Brebes area, Central Java. The use of the actinomycetes from the phyllosphere effectively suppressed purple blotch disease, with the lowest area under the disease development curve (AUDPC) recorded at 635.9% for the CFS28 isolate. Lower AUDPC values indicated slower disease progression. Actinomycetes biocontrol agents showed promising efficacy, with the CFS28 isolate achieving the highest efficacy percentage of 78.37%. Additionally, plant growth was significantly enhanced by actinomycete application, with tuber sizes ranging from 1.44 to 2.06 g, fresh weights from 17.63 to 24.72 g, and dry weights of shallot bulbs from 5.43 to 17.96 g. The incubation period for A. porri could be extended by actinomycetes, ranging from 5.43 to 8.5 days for purple blotch symptoms to manifest on shallots. The use of Actinomyces phyllosphere biocontrol agents holds promise for disease control on other plants’ leaves, contributing to environmentally friendly and sustainable agricultural practices.
Application of Trichoderma Isolate consortium in organic fertilizer for controlling shallot twisted disease
Authors: Supriati Lilies , Zubaidah Siti , Djaya Adrianson Agus , Oemar Oesin , Ramadhan M. M.
Published: September 2024

The aim of the research was to determine the effect of applying a consortium of Trichoderma spp. isolates to a type of organic fertilizer that is effective in controlling twisted disease and on the growth and yield of shallot plants. The study utilized a completely randomized design (CRD) consisting of eight treatments with four replications. The treatments examined werea= as follows: P0 = control, P1 = 5 tons per ha of chicken manure fertilizer, P2 = 5 tons per ha of chicken manure fertilizer and consortium of two Trichoderma spp. isolates, P3 = 5 tons per ha of chicken manure fertilizer and consortium of three Trichoderma spp. isolates, P4 = 5 tons per ha of chicken manure fertilizer, 20 tons per ha trichocompost, and a consortium of two Trichoderma spp. isolates, P5 = 5 tons per ha of chicken manure fertilizer, 20 tons per ha trichocompost, and consortium of three Trichoderma spp. isolates, P6 = 20 tons per ha of trichocompost and a consortium of two Trichoderma spp. isolates, and P7 = 20 tons per ha of trichocompost and a consortium of three Trichoderma spp. isolates. The results showed that the twisted disease incidence in treatment P4 was the lowest (14.52%) at 8 weeks after planting. The plant height was of 39.10 cm, with 29.8 leaves per clump at 7 WAP, and the dried bulb weight was 112.4 g per clump. In conclusion, the application of chicken manure fertilizer at a dose of 5 ton per ha, combined with 20 tons per ha of trichocompost and a consortium of two Trichoderma spp. isolates, could control twisted disease in shallot.
Molecular characterization of Helicoverpa armigera Nucleopolyhedrovirus (HearNPV) on Helicoverpa armigera Hübner larvae (Lepidoptera: Noctuidae)
Authors: Kusumah Yayi Munara , Kurniawati Fitrianingrum , Pramudita Pajar , Christian Michael
Published: September 2024

Nucleopolyhedrovirus (NPV) is a type of biological agent that can be effectively used as a bioinsecticide to control the cob borer caterpillar in corn. Among these viruses, HearNPV (Helicoverpa armigera Nucleopolyhedrovirus) stands out due to its host specificity, environmentally safety, and lack of harm to non-target organisms. The primary objective of this study was to elucidate the molecular characteristics of the DNA polymerase gene of HearNPV. To achieve this, caterpillars were collected from the field, then reared and inoculated in the laboratory under controlled conditions. Following propagation, viral genomic DNA was extracted using a modified CTAB (Cetyltrimethylammonium Bromide) protocol, which is commonly employed for its efficiency in isolating high-quality DNA from various sources. Subsequently, DNA amplification was performed using specific primers: forward primer HearNPV F and reverse primer HearNPV R. These primers were designed to target the DNA polymerase gene, a crucial component in viral replication and a key marker for phylogenetic studies. The results of the phylogenetic analysis indicated that the Bogor strains of HearNPV shared a high degree of similarity with NPVs that infect other species within the Helicoverpa genus, including strains from Spain, Australia, Brazil, Russia, and Japan. Specifically, the nucleotide sequence homology ranged from 98.4% to 99.4%, while the amino acid sequence homology ranged from 98.2% to 99.2%. This high level of homology suggests a close evolutionary relationship and potentially similar biological characteristics among these NPV strains.
Refractory Post-Operative Wound Infection by Arthrographis Kalrae: A Case Report and Review of Literature
Authors: Deshkar Smita , Patil Niranjan , Amberkar Shraddha , Lad Ashish
Published: September 2024

Arthrographis kalrae (A. Kalrae) infections, although rare, have often demonstrated an extended clinical course. We report a case of refractory post-operative wound infection with A. Kalrae after radical soft tissue and femur resection following total femoral replacement. Identification of A. Kalrae was done based on detailed microscopic and phenotypic characteristics and biochemical tests. Additionally, it was confirmed with sequencing. Although antifungal therapy was started on the basis of the breakpoints observed, clinical failure was met. However, wound infection was subsequently controlled with extensive tissue debridement and a combination of antifungal drug therapy over a period of 33 weeks. The rarity of global data about such unusual fungal infections adds to diagnostic and therapeutic challenges.
EFFECT OF ALCOHOL INTAKE AND CIGARETTE SMOKING ON LIPID PROFILE LEVELS AND SELECTED INFLAMMATORY BIOMARKERS
Authors: Adunmo Dr. Godwin Olawoyin
Published: September 2024

Background: Alcoholism and cigarette smoking pose serious health risks globally. They have a connection to several diseases that are the main causes of sickness and death. Relatively few studies have examined the effects of alcohol use and cigarette smoking on lipid profile levels and particular inflammatory biomarkers, in contrast to the substantial body of research on the effects of smoking on traditional indicators that explain the prevalence of cardiovascular diseases. Thus, we assess how lipid profile levels and certain inflammatory biomarkers are affected by alcohol consumption and cigarette smoking. Method: The study involved the recruitment of 160 participants. Data pertaining to their medical records, daily alcohol and cigarette use, and length of smoking were gathered using a structured questionnaire. The participants were divided into additional groups: smokers (40), alcoholics (40), alcoholic-smokers (40), and controls (40). Spectrophotometric analysis was used to assess the overall cholesterol, HDL-cholesterol, triglycerides, albumin, protein content in general, and CRP. LDL-cholesterol, cardiac risk Indices and atherogenic Indices were determined using Friedewald and Castelli formulas, respectively. Result: In comparison with the control group, the levels of total protein and albumin were considerably lower in smokers, alcoholics, and alcoholic-smokers (p < 0.05). In contrast, CRP levels were elevated in smokers, alcoholics, and alcoholic-smokers when compared with controls. But as compared to smokers, the number of alcoholics and alcoholic-smokers is significantly lower. Serum levels of low-density lipoprotein, triglycerides, and overall cholesterol were found to be considerably higher in the groups than in the control group. In relation to the control, the groups' HDL-C levels were, however, far lower. Cardiac risk indices and atherogenic indices were significantly elevated between the groups in contrast to the control. Conclusion: This present study suggests that both cigarette smokers and alcoholics may promote systemic inflammatory processes and systemic lipid disorders. These findings may give an insight to the mechanism by which smoking, and alcohol intake promote arterial sclerosis.
KI in der Projektwirtschaft 2
Authors: Bernert Christian , Scheurer Steffen , Wehnes Harald
Published: September 2024

Dieser Band zeigt, wie KI die Projektwirtschaft verändert und welche Potenziale in der Projektarbeit damit gehoben werden können. Mit den Schwerpunktthemen KI-Einsatz in der PM-Forschung, im Projekt- und Projektportfoliomanagement, in der Mustererkennung und im Rollenwandel im Projektumfeld liegt der Fokus auf konkreten Anwendungen.
Wie bei jeder Einführung einer neuen Technologie gilt es, zunächst die Kernfrage zu klären: Was will ich mit Hilfe von KI konkret erreichen? In der Regel muss die Unternehmensstrategie neu ausgerichtet werden. Um erfolgreich zu sein, bedarf es auch einer KI-Readiness.
Auch hierfür bietet der Band wertvolle Hilfestellungen und zeigt die Bedeutung neuer Berufsbilder und Rollen auf, wie z.B. Datenanalysten für Projekte, KI-Strategen oder spezialisierte KI-Trainer. Besonders wichtig ist die Aus- und Weiterbildung, um die Mitarbeiterinnen und Mitarbeiter mit auf die KI-Reise zu nehmen.
Als besonders innovatives Anwendungsfeld von KI in der Projektwirtschaft wird der Bereich "Early Warning Systems" gesehen, in dem durch Mustererkennung gezieltes präventives Handeln ermöglicht und damit bessere Projektergebnisse erzielt werden können.
Le livre du gouvernement des roys et des princes di Henri de Gauchy
Authors: Scala Gavino
Published: September 2024

La monographie propose une nouvelle et rigoureuse étude philologique sur le "Livre du gouvernement des roys et des princes" (1282), première traduction francaise du "De regimine principum" de Gilles de Rome. Cette traduction, si comme son modèle latin, a été commanditée par le roi de France, Philippe III dit l'Hardi, et dédiée à son fils, le futur roi de France, Philippe IV dit le Bel. L'étude comprend des descriptions détaillées des 39 témoins si comme des informations sur le contexte historique et politique. L'indispensable découverte de cette tradition manuscrite a permis de fournir aussi le texte critique du premier livre du "Gouvernement". Une ressource indispensable pour les chercheurs et les passionnés de littérature médiévale, offrant des perspectives inédites sur la pensée politique du Moyen Âge et sur la transmission des idées aristotéliciennes en langue vernaculaire.
Teaching Young Learners in Bilingual Settings
Authors: Berge Paul
Published: September 2024

Bilingual education, or CLIL, at primary school varies greatly across European educational contexts. Teaching Young Learners in Bilingual Settings reports on a study that explored one such CLIL context in Dortmund, Germany. Through interviews and classroom observations, the researcher and author sought not only to document some of what takes place in CLIL classrooms but to describe and understand teachers' thoughts and beliefs about their CLIL teaching practices. This research contributes to a better understanding of primary school CLIL programs and teachers and is relevant for researchers working in the fields of foreign language education, bilingual education, and language teacher cognition research. Furthermore, the insights into CLIL teachers' thinking can support CLIL teachers, administrators, and policy makers as they seek to further develop CLIL pedagogy and programs.
Ancient Greek and Latin in the linguistic context of the Ancient Mediterranean
Authors: Viti Carlotta
Published: September 2024

Latein und Griechisch werden in diesem Sammelband unter dem Aspekt des Sprachkontakts untersucht, ein Thema, das in unserer globalen und multiethnischen Gesellschaft besonders aktuell ist. Spezialist:innen verschiedener Universitäten und Länder nehmen in Ihren Beiträgen unter anderem die linguistische Variation der griechischen Dialekte, den griechisch-lateinischen Bilinguismus, den Sprachkontakt im alten Italien, Mittleren Osten und Mittelmeer sowie Übersetzungen und Glossen in den Blick. Landkarten und Bilder alter Inschriften und Manuskripte bereichern die Diskussion. Aus interdisziplinärer Perspektive wird außerdem die Linguistik des Lateinischen und des Griechischen in ihrem Zusammenhang mit Epigraphik, Philologie, Textkritik und grammatischer Theorie untersucht. Neben Latein und Griechisch werden Daten zahlreicher alter und moderner Sprachen mit einbezogen.
FROM EFL TO EMI: A CASE OF THAI INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS’ L2 LEARNING MOTIVATION AND ENGAGEMENT IN CHINA
Authors: Prapunta Sudatip
Published: September 2024

This study aims to explore Thai international students’ attitudes towards teaching approaches maximizing their second language (L2) learning motivation and engagement and the motivating and demotivating factors influencing their L2 learning experiences during the transition from EFL to EMI contexts. The participants, selected by the purposive sampling method, were five senior Business English major undergraduates in southern Thailand who were enrolled as international students in a Chinese multilingual university for two semesters. Semi-structured interviews were employed, and qualitative data was inductively analyzed using thematic analysis. The findings indicated that all participants felt motivated and engaged to take the English for International Business and Trade course within the field of Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL) in the EMI Business Program. They tended to sustain their intended effort to complete communicative-based tasks and term projects related to their future professional goals, acquire specialized business knowledge, and develop digital literacy skills. Despite experiencing fluctuating motivation and transitional challenges, they reported their native-speaker teacher helped them reduce their constraints regarding English language use by editing their writing tasks and presentation scripts. Furthermore, they developed their English language proficiency, L2 self-confidence, and intercultural competence. These findings illuminate several factors influencing the student sojourners’ L2 learning motivation and engagement in EMI settings. The study sheds light on the pedagogical implications of implementing practical courses and developing the instructional quality of the curriculum in internationalized higher education institutions.
Stimulasi Motorik Halus Untuk Meningkatkan Kesiapan Menulis Siswa TK YASPORBI
Authors: Sukmawati Kumalasari  , Evy Tjahjono  , Adi Dwirastati Adinugroho- Horstman
Published: September 2024

Abstract—Writing readiness is a developmental stage where a child develops basic writing skills. Researchers found that fine motor skills are a basic skill for developing writing abilities. Fine motor skills are determined by the stimulus they receive. The aim of this research was to determine the effect of fine motor stimulation on children's writing readiness. The experimental design used in this research is a pseudo-experiment in the form of one group pre-posttest. Participants in this experiment were 30 YASPORBI Kindergarten students aged 5-6 years. The data collection technique in this research used the Writing Readiness Inventory Tools in Context (WRITIC) instrument in the task performance aspect to measure writing readiness. The test results show that fine motor activity has an influence on students' level of writing readiness. In addition, in this study it was found that providing fine motor training with repetition and increasing complexity is needed to increase writing readiness. However, this also depends on the frequency and duration of stimulation as well as the conditions of the learning environment.
Keywords: writing readiness; fine motor stimulation; preschool student
Abstrak—Kesiapan menulis adalah tahap perkembangan dimana seorang anak mengembangkan keterampilan dasar menulis. Peneliti menemukan bahwa motorik halus merupakan keterampilan dasar untuk mengembangkan kemampuan menulis. Kemampuan motorik halus sendiri ditentukan oleh stimulus yang didapat. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui pengaruh stimulasi motorik halus terhadap kesiapan menulis anak. Desain eksperimen yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah pseudo-experiment berupa one group pre-posttest. Partisipan dalam eksperimen ini berjumlah 30 orang siswa TK YASPORBI dalam rentang usia 5-6 tahun. Teknik pengumpulan data pada penelitian ini menggunakan instrumen Writing Readiness Inventory Tools in Context (WRITIC) pada aspek task performance untuk mengukur kesiapan menulis. Hasil pengujian menunjukkan aktivitas motorik halus memiliki pengaruh terhadap tingkat kesiapan menulis siswa. Selain itu, dalam penelitian ini ditemukan bahwa pemberian latihan motorik halus dengan pengulangan dan peningkatan kompleksitas dibutuhkan untuk meningkatkan kesiapan menulis. Namun hal tersebut juga bergantung pada frekuensi dan durasi pemberian stimulasi serta kondisi lingkungan belajar.
Kata Kunci: kesiapan menulis, stimulasi motoric halus, siswa TK
A importância da tradição epistolar para o letramento na Educação Básica
Authors: Munhoz Renata , Canuto de Abreu Santana Aline , Cesar Diaz Claudia Maria
Published: September 2024

Este estudo apresenta proposta de atividades didáticas fundamentadas no gênero textual carta pessoal, aplicadas nos anos finais do Ensino Fundamental I. O objetivo principal é enriquecer o processo de aprendizagem, considerando a importância do gênero textual da carta pessoal como meio de expressão e de comunicação interpessoal em um tempo de uso intenso dos meios digitais. Para atingir esse objetivo, a pesquisa empregou uma metodologia mista, combinando pesquisa bibliográfica e análise de casos práticos desenvolvidos nas séries finais do Ensino Fundamental I. Na fundamentação teórica, autores como Abreu e Munhoz (2019), Rojo (2009) e Soares (2008) destacam a relevância da carta pessoal grafada em suporte papel para o processo de letramento dos estudantes, nativos digitais. Esses estudos contam com o suporte “papel”, contradizendo discussões suscitadas pelos estudos em linguagem e tecnologia, que podem considerar obsoleto esse suporte diante da tecnologia. O estudo reconhece a carta pessoal como uma realidade entre os estudantes da Educação Básica, utilizada em ocasiões em que demonstram maior apreço pelo interlocutor. A análise de casos práticos adiciona uma dimensão empírica, mostrando como as propostas de atividades baseadas na carta pessoal foram implementadas. Os resultados revelam que, apesar da era digital, a carta mantém sua importância na vida dos estudantes.Sendo assim, as atividades propostas proporcionam uma abordagem prática para desenvolver a competência da comunicação, em suas habilidades de escrita, expressão e criatividade. A fusão entre a tradição epistolar e a tecnologia destaca-se como uma estratégia eficaz para promover o letramento em um contexto cada vez mais digital, demonstrando a pertinência do ensino do gênero textual carta pessoal nos anos iniciais do Ensino Fundamental I.
Islamin vähemmistösuuntaukset ja niiden näkyvyys Suomessa: Tapausesimerkkinä Aga Khan
Authors: Pauha Teemu , Bergholm Alexandra
Published: September 2024

Islamin historia Suomessa ulottuu 1800-luvulle. Suomalaiset muslimit olivat kuitenkin 1980-luvulle asti lähinnä sunnalaisia tataareita. Muslimiväestön monimuotoistuminen on sittemmin ollut nopeaa, ja nykyään jopa neljäsosa Suomen 120 000–130 000 muslimista edustaa jotain islamin vähemmistötulkintaa. Vähemmistösuuntaukset vaikuttivat kuitenkin Suomessa jo 1900-luvun alkupuolella esimerkiksi tiedotusvälineiden kautta. Tarkastelemme tässä artikkelissa islamilaisen johtajuuden julkisuuskuvan muutoksia yhden uskonnollisen vaikuttajan kautta. Shiialaisuuden ismaililaisen haaran imaami, Aga Khan, oli 1900-luvun alun poliittinen, taloudellinen ja uskonnollinen vaikuttaja sekä eräänlainen seurapiirijulkkis, jonka tekemisiä seurattiin tiiviisti myös suomalaisessa lehdistössä. Aga Khania koskevat uutiset pyrkivät tekemään hänen uskonnollista rooliaan ymmärrettäväksi muun muassa käyttämällä sellaisia kristinuskosta tuttuja termejä kuin ”paavi”. Taloudellisen varallisuuden ja uskonnollisen vallan yhdistyminen Aga Khanin        persoonassa on keskeinen teema, joka nostetaan esiin lähes jokaisessa lehtijutussa. Anekdootit Aga Khanin varallisuudesta toistuvat lehtien sivuilla ja korostavat hänen hahmonsa eksoottisuutta ja ”itämaisuutta”. Eksotisoinnista huolimatta lehdet suhtautuvat Aga Khaniin varsin sympaattisesti ja esittävät hänet jopa eräänlaisena veijarihahmona. Kun Aga Khan 1930-luvun lopulla nimitetään Kansainliiton yleiskokouksen puheenjohtajaksi, uutisiin tulee kuitenkin myös kriittisempiä sävyjä. Vuosisadan jälkipuoliskolla Aga Khanin medianäkyvyys hiipuu, ja tätä nykyä hän ja ismaililainen shiialaisuus ovatkin verrattain tuntemattomia suomalaiselle lukijalle. Aga Khanin sijaan medianäkyvyyttä saavat ajatollah Khomeinin ja Osama bin Ladenin kaltaiset hahmot, mikä väistämättä vaikuttaa myös yleisiin mielikuviin islamista.
Venäläinen ortodoksisuus ja venäjänkieliset ortodoksit Suomessa pysyvinä ja muutoksessa
Authors: Penttilä Maija
Published: September 2024

Suomen itsenäistymisen jälkeen suomalainen ortodoksinen kirkko otti etäisyyttä venäläiseen ortodoksisuuteen, jolloin osa Suomeen jääneistä venäläisistä perusti vanhaa ajanlaskua noudattavia Moskovan patriarkaatin alaisuuteen kuuluvia paikallisseurakuntia. Neuvostoliiton romahtamisen jälkeen seurakunnissa alkoi uudenlainen muutoksen aika venäjänkielisten Suomeen suuntautuvan muuttoaallon seurauksena. Artikkelissa analysoidaan venäjänkielisten seurakuntien syntyä ja ortodoksisen kirkon ylirajaisia ja paikallisia merkityksiä tämän päivän venäjänkielisille Suomessa. Tässä artikkelissa ortodoksista kirkkoa tarkastellaan uskonnollisen elämän mesotasolla, paikallisseurakunnissa sekä mikrotasolla, yksilön uskonnollisessa elämässä, ilmiönä, jollaisena se venäjänkielisten ortodoksien keskuudessa näyttäytyy. Artikkelin aineisto koostuu 35 haastattelusta vuosina 2020 ja 2023, osallistuvasta havainnoinnista, aiemmasta tutkimuksesta sekä Moskovan patriarkaatin alaisten seurakuntien omasta historiankerronnasta ja tämän päivän viestinnästä. Artikkeli osoittaa, miten venäläinen ortodoksisuus on sekä historiallisesti että maantieteellisesti Suomelle läheistä, mutta eri vaiheissa vierautta herättävää. Venäjän ortodoksisen kirkon seurakuntien ja venäjänkielisten yksilöiden narratiivit neuvottelevat asemaansa maiden ja kirkolliseen kuriin liittyvien diskurssien ja ratkaisujen välissä. Venäjänkieliset seurakunnat ja ihmiset elävät ylirajaisessa uskonnollisessa tilassa, jossa paikallisuuden ja ylirajaisuuden kokemukset kietoutuvat toisiinsa. Poliittisten toimijoiden ja uskonnollisten instituutioiden ratkaisut, kuten suomalaisen kirkon kieli- ja ajanlaskumuutokset Suomen itsenäistyttyä, Venäjän ortodoksisen kirkon ehtoollisyhteyden katkaiseminen Konstantinopolin patriarkaatin paikalliskirkkojen kanssa ja useat sodat ovat osa Suomen venäjänkielisen ortodoksisuuden historiaa ja tätä päivää. Tämä toisaalta haastaa seurakuntien elämää ja yksilöiden uskonnon harjoitusta ja toisaalta luo narratiivia ortodoksisuuden liturgisesta ja epäpoliittisesta luonteesta.
Suomen orientaaliortodoksiset diasporat ja Suomen ortodoksinen kirkko liturgisten yhteisöjen ja sakramentaalisen yhteyden rajapinnoilla
Authors: Ahonen Talvikki , Metso Pekka , Toivonen Teemu
Published: September 2024

Orientaaliortodoksinen kristillisyys on tullut osaksi suomalaista uskonnollisuutta 1990-luvulta lähtien Suomeen kohdistuneen maahanmuuton seurauksena sekä orientaaliortodoksisten kirkkojen historiallisilta toimialueilta Pohjois-Afrikasta ja Lähi-idästä että niiden eurooppalaisista diasporista. Tässä artikkelissa tutkimme Suomessa toimivien orientaaliortodoksisten yhteisöjen uskonnollista toimintaa ja sen järjestämiseen liittyvää vuorovaikutusta Suomen ortodoksisen kirkon kanssa. Tutkimusaineiston muodostavat orientaaliortodoksissa yhteisöissä ja Suomen ortodoksisessa kirkossa toimivien henkilöiden haastattelut (n=9). Orientaaliortodoksiset yhteisöt painivat samanlaisten käytännön toimintaedellytyksiä koskevien kysymysten kanssa, mutta niiden keski-näinen yhteistyö on vähäistä. Ortodoksisen ja luterilaisen kirkon avulla, kuten niiden tiloja lainaamalla, orientaaliortodoksiset yhteisöt ovat järjestäneet omaa toimintaa. Liturgis-sakramentaalisina yhteisöinä orientaaliortodoksiset yhteisöt ovat vakiintuneet vasta, kun niillä on Suomessa pysyvä papisto ja toimitilat. Suomen ortodoksisen kirkon toimijat haluavat ylläpitää suhteita orientaaliortodoksisiin yhteisöihin sekä tukea niiden identiteettiä ja omaa kirkollista rakennetta. Yhteyden luonne Suomen ortodoksisen kirkon kanssa riippuu orientaaliortodoksisten yhteisöjen vakiintuneisuuden asteesta ja sijainnista sekä muutoksille alttiista teologisista tulkinnoista. Orientaaliortodoksisten yhteisöjen toiminnassa näkyy maahanmuttajayhteisöille tyypillisesti transnationaalien resurssien ja verkostojen merkitys ja voimistuminen.
Financing cross-border road connectivity: Potential impact on Sabah’s output—An input-output table analysis
Authors: Idris Rafiq , Morshidi Azizan , Mansur Kasim , Idris Rizal Zamani
Published: September 2024

Fiscal spending for road construction to link Kalabakan, Sabah, Malaysia with North Kalimantan, Indonesia is an idea that have been proposed for over 20 years. The announcement for the relocation of Indonesia’s capital city from Jakarta to East Kalimantan give a strong justification for the construction of the Serudong-Simanggaris road. The fact that population size is big in Kalimantan and strong purchasing power is estimated in North and East Kaliamantan provide a strong argument for the need to have a road link. Having said that, the effect of road construction on output growth is not clear. The purpose of this study is to estimate the impact of road construction and the business activities across two sectors being assumed on output Sabah’s output growth. Based on the input-output analysis conducted using the output multiplier, the one-off road construction would lead to 1.8% growth in Sabah’s overall output.
Global perspectives on cybercrime legislation
Authors: AllahRakha Naeem
Published: September 2024

Cybercrime poses a growing threat to individuals, businesses, and governments in the digital age. This research aims to conduct a comprehensive study of the legal frameworks developed by international organizations to combat cybercrime, providing a comparative analysis of their approaches and highlighting strengths, weaknesses, and areas for improvement. The study employs a qualitative research methodology, utilizing a doctrinal approach to examine primary and secondary legal sources for data analysis. The results reveal the ongoing efforts of the United Nations and other international bodies to establish a unified approach to combating cybercrime through conventions on Cybercrime. The research emphasizes the importance of harmonizing laws, fostering international cooperation, and adapting to evolving cyber threats while maintaining a balance between security and individual rights. Recommendations include strengthening legal frameworks, enhancing public-private partnerships, and investing in capacity building and technical assistance for developing countries. The study concludes by highlighting the critical importance of comprehensive and harmonized cybercrime legislation in the global fight against cybercrime and calls for continued efforts to address the challenges posed by this ever-evolving threat.
The impact of multilevel governance on urban public services—A perspective based on institutions, policies, and public participation
Authors: Zhou Shunan , Kongruang Chuleerat
Published: September 2024

This academic paper explores the impact of multi-entity cooperation on the effectiveness of public service provision in China. It examines the social governance pattern proposed by the 19th National Congress of the CCP and the emphasis on co-building, co-governing, and sharing. The paper highlights the need for collaboration among various entities and the transition from sole government provision to improve urban public services. It aims to investigate the moderating effects of institutions, policies, and public participation. The study will involve quantitative and qualitative phases in three cities in Guangdong Province and target governmental departments, commercial organizations, non-profit social organizations, and local residents. The research aims to provide policy recommendations, innovate institutional policies, enhance public engagement, and improve multi-party cooperation and urban public services. It seeks to contribute practical models and measures for effective government public management and service implementation.
Mediation and conciliation centers and their impact on resolving legal disputes in UAE “Under Federal Law No. 17 of 2016 and its amendment No. 5 of 2021”
Authors: Allouzi Adel Salem
Published: September 2024

This research endeavors to assess the legal requirements for the operation of mediation and conciliation centers in the UAE based on Federal Law No. 17 of 2016 and its amendment in 2021 No. 5. It is structured into three main sections: the first establishes and defines these centers, the second defines conciliation procedures and the third considers the preceding. The aim is to identify the legal procedures associated with mediation and conciliation centers within the UAE judicial systems and their function in providing solutions for civil and business litigations with the most efficiency and minor financial investments. It also calls for using other forms of conflict adjudication before adopting the legal approach. The conclusions and recommendations indicate the necessity of further improving the Mediation and Conciliation Centers Law due to the necessity of legislative shifts, which would contribute to the UAE’s leading position in legislation related to centers for mediation and conciliation.
Some genera and species of dissepimented solitary Rugosa (Anthozoa) from the Pennsylvanian (Carboniferous) and Cisuralian (Permian) of North America. Part 1. Yuanophylloides Fomichev, 1953
Authors: Fedorowski Jerzy , Chwieduk Edward
Published: September 2024

Several specimens derived from the Missourian (Pennsylvanian) deposits of the Glass Mountains (SW Texas, USA) are identified as Yuanophylloides Fomichev, 1953. Some species that earlier authors included in the genera Campophyllum Milne-Edwards and Haime, 1852, Bothrophyllum Trautschold, 1879, and Neokoninckophyllum Fomichev, 1939 are re-identified as belonging to Yuanophylloides. In addition to the type genus, a new subgenus Patulaxis of Yuanophylloides with the type species Y. (P.) molestus sp. nov. and the new species Y. (P.) parcus and Y. (P.) laxus are introduced. Re-identification of the upper Serpukhovian Campophyllum kansasense Miller and Gurley, 1893 as Yuanophylloides renders untenable the origin of that genus in the Donets Basin. The circum- Laurussia warm current is suggested as having carried Yuanophylloides larvae from the North American superprovince to the Paleotethyan superprovince. This genus supplements the group of genera suggested by Fedorowski (2023) as having originated in the North American superprovince and migrating to the Paleotethyan superprovince. Together, these genera demonstrate the importance of taxonomic investigation to establish paleobiogeography as a constrain on global (i.e., tectonic scale) environmental reconstructions.
Variability of Middle Triassic vermicular limestone ichnofabrics: the Anisian Hisban Formation in Jordan
Authors: Stachacz Michał , Uchman Alfred , Jaglarz Piotr , Abu Hamad Abdalla , Al-Hejoj Ikhlas , Al-Mashakbeh Habes
Published: September 2024

The strongly bioturbated Middle Triassic (Anisian) limestones, referred to as vermicular limestone, are the dominant lithology of the Hisban Formation in Jordan. This limestone exhibits the monotonous Oravaichnium– Planolites ichnofabrics, which are known and common in the northern Peri-Tethys and the Germanic Basin. The most abundant and widespread trace fossil here is Oravaichnium carinatum, which is produced by bivalves. Specimens of O. carinatum from the Hisban Formation are typically strongly elongated in the vertical axis and have a smooth surface, whereas specimens from the Germanic Basin mainly have a pear-shaped cross-section. Nevertheless, both morphologies and transitional morphotypes between these ichnospecies are present in both areas. The difficulty in distinguishing between Oravaichnium and Planolites causes the intense bioturbation by bivalves to be underestimated. The wide occurrence of the Oravaichnium ichnofabric in the northern and southern Peri-Tethys suggests that small burrowing bivalves played a significant role in the colonization and infaunalization during the long-term recovery of the benthos after the Permian–Triassic crisis. They experienced intense development during the Middle Triassic, when they were responsible for extensive bioturbation.
HAIS-IDS:A Hybrid Artificial Immune System Model for Intrusion Detection in IoT
Authors: Soni Vineeta , Bhatt Devershi Pallavi , Yadav Narendra Singh
Published: September 2024

The application of the Internet of Things(IoT) is increasing exponentially, the dynamic data flow and distributive operation over low resource devices possesses huge threat to sensitive human data. This paper introduces an artificial immune system (AIS) based approach to intrusion detection in IoT network ecosystems, the proposed approach implements dual-layered AIS; which is robust to zero-day attacks and designed to adapt new types of attack classes in the form of antibodies.In this paper, a Hybrid method has been presented which uses Hybrid of Clonal Selection using Variation auto-encoders as Innate Immune Layer and Apaptive Dentritic Model for identifying intrusions over IoT Specific Datasets.Moreover we present extensive empirical analysis over six IoT network benchmark datasets for semi-supervised multi-class classification task and obtain superior performance compared to five state-of-the-art baselines. Finally, VC-ADIS achieves 99.83% accuracy over MQTT-set dataset.
The Moderating Role of Merger on the Switching Intention to Use Islamic Bank: The Case of Indonesia
Authors: Matsahri Matsahri , Widiastuti Tika , Masrizal Masrizal , Mawardi Imron , Atiya Nikmatul , Sadikin Muhamat Ali
Published: September 2024

Objective –Since February 2021, the government decided to merge 3 Islamic banks to increase Islamic bank markets. This policy raises pros and cons in society. This research analyses the mediating role of mergers on the switching intention to use Islamic banks.Design/Methodology –This research is a quantitative study using the Structural Equation Model Partial Least Square (SEM-PLS). A total of 108 respondents' data were analyzed. The data was collected through an online survey utilizing social media which was shared directly with respondents in the city of Surabaya. The respondents' criteria were selected using purposive sampling techniques.Results –The moderating effects showed that the merger was a poor moderator of the reality between attitude, subjective norms, and perceived behavioral control on the switching intention to use Islamic banks. However, the direct effects showed a significant relationship between mergers and switching intention. Besides, this study shows that attitude, subjective norm, and perceived behavioral control have a significant influence on switching intention. Subjective norm is the most dominant factor.Research limitation/implication – This study uses limited variables and was carried out shortly after the merger of Islamic banks. However, this study provides a comprehensive analysis related to the relationship between mergers and switching intention. The implications of this research urge the government as a policymaker to do its best to increase public awareness of Islamic banks. Islamic bank managers must conduct massive socialization by utilizing various existing technologies and media to reach all levels of society to use Islamic banking services.Contribution – This study emphasizes the significance influence of subjective norm and switching intention. Thus, the government and Islamic banks must intensify socialization of Islamic bank to encourage Islamic bank users.Novelty/Originality –This study complements the literature by analysing the impact of Islamic bank mergers with switching intention to use Islamic banks as far as the authors' knowledge of merger research is still limited to analysing the performance of Islamic banks after the merger.
Analysis of a Biopolymer Implementation in the Automotive Instrument Panel
Authors: Guzmán-Baeza Martín , Urriolagoitia-Sosa Guillermo , Martínez-Reyes Jacobo , Soto-Barrón Félix Omar , Romero-Ángeles Beatriz , Contreras-Mendoza Belén Alejandra
Published: September 2024

Objective: The purpose of this research is to investigate the effectiveness of different materials for vehicle dashboards in mitigating knee injuries during accidents, with a focus on environmentally friendly options.
 
Theoretical Framework: The research is based on the premise that modern vehicle design should not only prioritize safety standards but also integrate sustainable practices. This framework underscores the importance of utilizing materials that not only meet safety requirements but also minimize environmental impact throughout their lifecycle.
 
Method: The study compares the performance of two materials, polypropylene and poly-lactic acid (PLA), in vehicle dashboards. Data is gathered through experimentation to assess each material's ability to absorb energy and reduce knee impact injuries, as well as their environmental sustainability.
 
Results and Discussion: The findings indicate that PLA demonstrates superior performance compared to Polypropylene in mitigating knee injuries during collisions, while also being more environmentally friendly due to its biodegradability and renewable sourcing.
 
Research Implications: This research contributes to the development of safer vehicle designs by identifying materials that better protect occupants from knee injuries, while also considering the environmental impact of vehicle production and disposal. Implementing materials like PLA could lead to reduced injury rates and improved vehicle safety standards, benefiting both manufacturers and consumers, and promoting sustainability in the automotive industry.
 
Originality/Value: This study offers original insights into the potential of PLA as a superior material for vehicle dashboards in terms of both safety and ecological impact. By exploring alternative materials, such as biopolymers, the research adds value to the ongoing efforts to enhance passive safety measures in automobiles while considering environmental sustainability as a critical factor in material selection.