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Nurses knowledge and attitude towards HIV/AIDS patients
Authors: Shanza Kanwal  , Laraib Fatima  , Abeera Shafique  , Mahaam Khalid
Published: February 2025

HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) and AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome) remain significant global health concerns, with stigma and discrimination acting as barriers to effective healthcare access. This study aimed to evaluate the knowledge and attitudes of nurses toward HIV/AIDS patients in Jinnah Hospital, Lahore (JHL). A descriptive cross-sectional design was utilized, with a sample of 120 nurses selected through non-probability sampling. A structured questionnaire assessed participants' knowledge and attitudes. Findings revealed that while 52% of nurses had satisfactory knowledge regarding HIV/AIDS transmission, 70% exhibited negative attitudes toward HIV-positive individuals. Many nurses held stigmatizing beliefs, advocating for HIV patients to remain isolated at home or in hospitals. Despite advances in treatment and education, misconceptions about transmission persisted, influencing care delivery. The study highlights the urgent need for targeted educational interventions to improve nurses’ understanding and foster compassionate, non-discriminatory attitudes. The results emphasize that knowledge alone is insufficient to change attitudes; structured training programs are essential to address stigma within the healthcare sector. Hospital administrations must implement policies that ensure evidence-based nursing practices and promote empathy toward HIV/AIDS patients. Strengthening nurses’ education and awareness will contribute to improved healthcare outcomes and reduced stigma for people living with HIV/AIDS.
Awareness About Breast Self-Examination Among Young Nurses of Jinnah Hospital Lahore
Authors: Laraib Fatima  , Shanza Kanwal  , Hafiza Ayesha  , Tayeeba aslam  , Farzana Malik
Published: February 2025

Breast self-examination is a screening method used in an attempt to detect breast cancer. The method involves the woman herself observing and feeling each breast for possible lumps, distortions or swelling. Breast self -examination is recommended because it is safe, easy, feasible, private, painless and require no specific equipment. Breast self- examination plays important role in preventing breast cancer by using standard guidelines. Objectives: Current study was designed to evaluate nurse’s knowledge and practice of BSE in order to decrease breast cancer. The objectives of study were to assess nurse’s knowledge about breast cancer and its relationship to BSE and barriers toward BSE. Method: The descriptive cross- sectional design was used. Study population included 120 nurse’s working in JHL. Nurse’s knowledge was evaluated using a modified questionnaire on Breast cancer prevention awareness. Non- probability sampling technique was used. Results: The response rate was 100%. Females constituted 100% of study participants. 66% nurses were university graduate having Post RN degree. Majority of participants (80%) stated that breast self-examination is a useful tool for early detection of breast cancer but only half of them (47%) were practicing breast self-examination. Majority of the participants had satisfactory level of knowledge but less satisfactory level of practices 50% and 47% respectively. Conclusion: The results of current study revealed nurses’ high level of knowledge but somehow low level of practice about breast self-examination. Therefore, hospital should organize adequate training programs in order to enhance nurses’ practice of breast self-examination according to standard guidelines to prevent or detect breast cancer.
Social Communication Skills of Children with Down syndrome and Typically Developing Children: A comparative Study
Authors: Dr. Nayab Iftikhar  , Arshad Mahmood Naz  , Hafiz Muhammad Tahir Zia  , Muhammad Bilal Bhatti
Published: February 2025

Purpose: The purpose of the present study was to assess differences in the pragmatic language skills of children with Down syndrome and typically developing children. Method: 60 Children with mental age 5.0-6.0 were recruited for both groups (Down syndrome=30, typically developing children=30). Non probability purposive sampling was employed and data was collected from special education schools. Demographic sheet and Orion’s Pragmatic Language Skills Questionnaire (OPLS) consisting of nonverbal communication, expressive skills, conversational skills, speech conventions and peer skills was used for pre and post assessment. Results: Data was analyzed statistically. The results shows statistically significant difference between pragmatic language skills of children with down syndrome and typically developing children (NVC= t(58)=2.14, p>0.03, ES= t(58)=-5.47, p>0.001, CSTM= t(58)=-8.32, p>0.001, CSTT= t(58)=-6.32, p>0.001, SC= t(58)=-4.21, p>0.001, PS= t(58)=-5.43, p>0.001, O= t(58)= -7.16, p>0.001). Conclusion: It was concluded that nonverbal communication skills were stronger in Children with Down syndrome then typically developing children
Examining the Impact of Performance Appraisal Quality on Employee Innovation: The Role of Psychological Empowerment and HRM System Strength in Pakistan's Banking Sector
Authors: Ziaullah khan  , Shujaullah khan  , Musa Khan
Published: February 2025

The present research examines the relationship between the quality of performance appraisal and innovation output of the employees in the Pakistani banking industry with psychological empowerment and strength of the HRM system as moderators. A quantitative approach was employed in the study, and data were gathered from a diverse group of banking employees from different bank organizations. The results demonstrate that utilizing high quality performance appraisals increases psychological empowerment which in turn leads to a boost in employee innovation. Moreover, integrated and effective HRM system enhances this relationship, ensuring that clients gain required support & tools at workplace for innovating. The findings emphasize on the need for better performance measures management and robust human resource management in as a way of encouraging innovation. This research work adds to the existing body of knowledge in organization performance appraisals so that it fosters the creativity and flexibility of the employees as they operate in the dynamic environment of any firm, not just the financial one. Implications for practice are reviewed and outlined for Human Resources managers and policymakers concerning performance appraisal; the strategic goals are aligned with the suggestions to make PA an empowering strategy in support of HRM initiatives.
Organizational Culture, Job Satisfaction and Performance, The Mediating Role of Innovation and Motivation: Evidence Form Workplaces in Pakistan
Authors: Madiha Sultan  , Hammad Zafar  , Fakhar e Alam
Published: February 2025

The essential point of this study is to examine the connections among hierarchical culture, advancement, inspiration, work fulfillment, and execution. A hypothetical structure is proposed to represent how hierarchical culture can either empower or limit development straightforwardly or through inspiration. Also, these elements are placed to intercede work fulfillment. The review presents a bidirectional relationship recommending that work fulfillment can likewise impact development, adjusting the models proposed by Naranjo Valencia et al. (2016) and Cameron and Quinn (1999). The Contending Values Structure by Cameron and Quinn classifies hierarchical culture into four sorts: group, adhocracy, pecking order, and market culture. Experimental approval was directed through information gathered from 200 respondents of different socioeconomics and areas in Pakistan, using Likert scale polls and examined by means of PLS CFA and SEM methods. The discoveries demonstrate that hierarchical culture can either work with development, consequently upgrading position fulfillment and execution, or go about as an obstruction, contingent upon the social standards and values advanced. In particular, the review distinguishes adhocracy culture as helpful for advancement, work fulfillment, and execution, while various leveled culture will in general hinder them. These outcomes highlight the critical effect of hierarchical culture type on development, interceded firmly by inspiration, and feature the complementary connection among advancement and occupation fulfillment. Additionally, work fulfillment seems to advance development also. These bits of knowledge are important for Pakistani associations trying to use advancement for upper hand and upgrade authoritative viability. By encouraging a culture that embraces development, associations might possibly help work fulfillment and by and large representative execution. Eventually, this study upholds the thought that hierarchical culture assumes a critical part in improving worker work execution
Ensembled AttenNet: A Novel Deep Learning Approach for Mango Leaf Disease Detection
Authors: Farhana Batool  , Muhammad Nadeem Akhtar*  , Muhammad Azhar  , Muhammad Tariq
Published: February 2025

Agriculture is severely threatened by plant diseases, which can result in poor quality and quantity of food. Because of the rapid spread of plant diseases and the vast areas affected, it is difficult to control them effectively. Several leaf diseases affect the mango industry particularly severely, reducing fruit yields and quality. In order to prevent and treat these diseases effectively, it is crucial to identify them quickly and correctly. In this study, attention methods and multi-scale feature fusion will be used to improve automatic detection of mango leaf diseases. To extract the features, we use a pretrained VGG16 model. A number of common diseases were evaluated, including anthracnose, bacterial canker, weevils, dieback, gall flies, powdery mildew, sooty mold, and healthy leaves. Data used for classification comes from Kaggle's MangoleafBD dataset. In order to train and test the model, 4000 images were used. In addition to cross-validation methods, precision, recall, and F1 metrics are used to measure model resilience. An accuracy of up to 99% was achieved with the model. This model provides better results than state-of-the-art models.
Intelligent Social Welfare: How AI Optimizes Social Assistance, Elderly Care, and Healthcare Systems
Authors: Qiang SUN
Published: February 2025

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has emerged as a transformative force in social welfare systems, providing innovative solutions to enhance efficiency, accessibility, and equity. This paper examines AI applications in social assistance, elderly care, and healthcare, demonstrating how predictive analytics, automation, and data-driven decision-making optimize service delivery. The research also explores the ethical, legal, and governance challenges of AI integration, including algorithmic bias, data privacy, and transparency. Furthermore, international policy comparisons illustrate diverse approaches to AI-driven welfare models. The study concludes with future research directions, emphasizing the need for ethical frameworks and regulatory oversight to ensure AI-driven social welfare remains inclusive and effective.
The Feasibility of Decentralized Social Governance: Can DAO Replace Traditional Government Organizations?
Authors: Aiqing WANG
Published: February 2025

Decentralized Autonomous Organizations (DAOs) have emerged as a revolutionary alternative to traditional governance structures, offering transparency, efficiency, and community-driven decision-making. This paper explores the core characteristics of DAOs, their potential applications in social governance, and their challenges compared to traditional government institutions. Through case studies, including CityDAO, Gitcoin Grants, UkraineDAO, VitaDAO, Proof of Humanity, and Kleros, we analyze real-world implementations of DAO governance. Despite the advantages, DAOs face legal uncertainties, governance inefficiencies, and security vulnerabilities that hinder their broader adoption. The study further examines the prospects of integrating DAOs into traditional governance frameworks and the future evolution of decentralized governance models. Addressing these challenges through technological innovation and regulatory adaptation will be crucial for DAOs to play a sustainable role in global governance.
The Social Harms of AI-Generated Fake News: Addressing Deepfake and AI Political Manipulation
Authors: Sophia LI
Published: February 2025

Artificial Intelligence-Generated Content (AIGC) is rapidly transforming the landscape of information dissemination while exacerbating the spread of fake news. This paper examines the mechanisms of AI-generated fake news, the development and societal impact of deepfake technology, and the role of AI in political manipulation and its threats to democratic institutions. The study highlights that AI-generated fake news spreads at an unprecedented speed and scale, exhibits high authenticity, and contributes to social trust crises, political polarization, and economic and legal risks. Furthermore, the paper reviews current countermeasures against AI-generated misinformation, including deepfake detection technologies, automated fake news identification systems, and platform accountability. Based on existing legal and policy frameworks, this study explores how international collaboration among technology, policy, and society can effectively address AI-generated disinformation. Finally, future research directions are proposed, including the application of quantum computing and trusted computing in fake news governance, the ongoing arms race between AI forgery and counter-forgery technologies, and strategies to enhance public digital resilience.
Quantum ComputingDriven Social Data Processing Methods
Authors: Aiqing WANG
Published: February 2025

Quantum computing introduces a revolutionary computational paradigm for social data analysis. Traditional social data processing methods face significant challenges in handling high-dimensional, heterogeneous, and dynamic datasets. Quantum computing, leveraging quantum superposition, entanglement, and parallel computation, provides efficient solutions for large-scale optimization, pattern recognition, and decision analysis. This paper systematically explores the applications of quantum computing in social sciences, covering theoretical foundations, methodological frameworks, experimental validations, and case studies to highlight the advantages of quantum algorithms in social network analysis, sentiment classification, and economic forecasting. Additionally, we discuss the broader implications of quantum computing for social science research paradigms, ethical and governance concerns, and future development directions, emphasizing the integration of quantum computing with artificial intelligence. This paper aims to provide new insights into computational social science and advance the practical adoption of quantum computing in social data processing.
Quantum Superposition and Measurement Effects in Social Interaction Experiments
Authors: Zhong CHEN
Published: February 2025

Quantum computing introduces a transformative approach to social science research by integrating quantum probability models into social interaction experiments. This study examines the effects of quantum superposition, measurement-induced state collapse, and interference on decision-making processes. Compared to classical probability models, quantum approaches offer a more accurate representation of cognitive uncertainty, preference reversals, and contextual dependencies. The research highlights the advantages of quantum measurement in survey design, behavioral analysis, and policy simulations. However, challenges remain, including the limitations of current quantum hardware, the interdisciplinary gap between quantum mechanics and social sciences, and ethical concerns regarding data security and experimental manipulation. Future research should focus on refining quantum experimental methodologies, enhancing computational capabilities, and developing ethical guidelines for quantum-driven social science applications. By addressing these challenges, quantum computing can provide new theoretical insights and practical advancements in understanding human behavior and collective decision-making.
Literary-Critical View of the Prominent Azerbaijani Scholar M.F. Akhundzada: the First Systematic Examples of Literary Theory
Authors: Babazade Zamin
Published: February 2025

This article explores the literary-critical views of M.F. Akhundzada. The study analyzes Akhundzada’s critical essays, incorporating perspectives from various critics. Controversial issues related to Akhundzada are discussed, and citations from literary scholars are provided. Special attention is given to the reception of realism, which Akhundzada pioneered, and the early stages of literary criticism. The article also briefly examines the literary-critical ideas found in his artistic works. The tendencies of Akhundzada’s criticism are analyzed and interpreted, with references to scholars’ opinions.
The study provides a brief overview of criticism before Akhundzada and investigates the contributions of Akhundzada and his followers to the development of realist criticism, evaluating his achievements from a scientific perspective. While examining the relationship between Akhundzada’s philosophical thoughts and his literary-critical views, the research employs historical-comparative and analytical methods. Additionally, the article discusses Akhundzada’s thoughts and opinions on both classical and contemporary literary figures, as well as his literary-critical views.
As a result, it is concluded that Akhundzada’s literary-critical views represent the first systematic literary-theoretical ideas in Azerbaijani literature and scholarship.
THE IMPACT OF HISTORICAL LEGACIES ON AFRICA'S SELFIDENTITY CRISIS AND ITS IMPLICATIONS FOR INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS
Authors:   University of Port Harcourt, Ngofa Oji Nyimenuate
Published: February 2025

This research explored the impact of historical legacies on Africa's self-identity crisis and its implications for international relations. Through a critical historical analysis, it examined how the continent's colonial past and subsequent neo-colonial interventions shaped its sense of self and engagement with the global community. Theoretical frameworks drawing from postcolonial theory and critical international relations informed the study. The methodology involved a comprehensive review of existing literature, including academic articles, books, and historical documents. Findings revealed that Africa's self-identity crisis resulted from the rupture of traditional identities during colonialism and the imposition of Western values and systems. This crisis manifested in a struggle between traditional and modern identities, and an ambivalent relationship with the West. The continent's engagement with the international community was influenced by a desire to assert sovereignty and redefine its image, often resulting in complex and sometimes contradictory foreign policies. In conclusion, the study emphasized the importance of recognizing the enduring impact of historical legacies on Africa's self-perception and its international relations. By understanding these dynamics, policymakers can develop strategies that foster a more positive and unified self-identity for the continent, ultimately enhancing its agency and influence on the global stage.
NEOCOLONIALISM AND THE AFRICAN IDENTITY CRISIS: IMPLICATIONS FOR ECONOMIC INDEPENDENCE AND THOUGHT LEADERSHIP.
Authors:   University of Uyo, Inyang Usen E , Hamilton Preye Rachael ,   University of Port-Harcourt
Published: February 2025

This study examined the impact of neocolonialism on the African identity crisis and its implications for economic independence and thought leadership. Neocolonialism, characterized by the continued economic and cultural dominance of former colonial powers, created persistent challenges for African nations. The theoretical framework drew from postcolonial theory and dependency theory to analyze how neocolonial influences hindered the development of a unified African identity and impeded economic self-sufficiency. The research employed a systematic review methodology, synthesizing historical and contemporary literature to understand the ways in which neocolonialism perpetuated economic dependency and cultural fragmentation. The findings demonstrated that the African identity crisis, driven by a clash between traditional values and external influences, significantly affected the continent’s economic independence and leadership capabilities. The study highlighted the necessity for Africa to reclaim and redefine its identity through cultural revival and policy reforms to achieve genuine economic sovereignty. By fostering thought leadership rooted in indigenous knowledge and historical context, Africa could navigate neocolonial challenges and enhance its role in global economic and intellectual spheres.
A CROSS ANTHROPOLOGICO-LINGUISTIC ANALYSIS OF SELECTED AFRICAN PROVERBS AS EVIDENCE OF A CULTURE OF VIOLENCE
Authors:   University of Lagos, Nigeria, Ademola-Adeoye Feyi
Published: February 2025

Proverbs are short, pithy sayings that contain the treasures of traditional wisdom which are passed down from one generation to another. In some concrete way, they are the bedrock upon which societies build their civilization. Stone (2006: xiii) defines proverbs as ‘bits of ancient wisdom’ that represent words of critical wisdom based on the tested experience of ancestors. As an integral part of language, proverbs reflect the patterns and structures of culture and consequently influence human thinking, psyche, world view, social practices and power relations in society (Djite,2008). Employing Lakoff and Turner’s (1989) theory of ethnography of proverbs and Lazar’s (2005) approach to Feminist Critical Discourse Analysis (FCDA), this paper examines selected proverbs from some African societies (Yoruba, Igbo, Hausa, Amharic, Bukusu, Frafra etc.) in order to determine if the African society has a history of patriarchy and violence that ultimately promotes a culture of gender-based violence (GBV). The study reveals that proverbs with violent overtones are found in several African societies. These proverbs have the power to subtly influence speakers' attitudes and behaviour towards women, especially when it comes to upholding patriarchal hegemony.
DYNAMICS OF HUMAN TRAFFICKING IN OYO STATE, NIGERIA
Authors:   Pan Africa University, Adeyemo Oluwanifemi
Published: February 2025

Human trafficking, particularly involving children and women for forced labour and sexual exploitation, remains a pressing global issue. Despite international efforts, including the United Nations' Global Program Against Trafficking in Human Beings (GPAT) and the United Nations Convention against Transnational Organized Crime, an estimated 40.3 million people worldwide remain trapped in modern slavery, generating $150 billion annually. Sub-Saharan Africa, especially West Africa, is severely impacted, with Nigeria being the largest source of trafficked victims. Annually, about 100,000 Nigerians are trafficked for sexual and labour exploitation, often across borders, with the Nigerian and Benin Republic borders serving as hotspots for such activities. This study investigates the root causes and trends of human trafficking along this border, focusing on Oyo State, which shares three recognized international borders with the Republic of Benin. Using snowball and purposive sampling techniques, interviews were conducted with immigration officers, alongside thematic analysis of secondary data from immigration reports and published articles. The findings highlight the role of conflict theory in understanding trafficking, with factors such as border corruption, economic mismanagement, political instability, unemployment, poverty, porous borders, and weak rule of- law enforcement contributing to the problem. The study underscores gaps in existing policies and calls for coordinated efforts from government authorities, civil society, and international partners to effectively combat modern slavery in Nigeria and Africa
A REVIEW OF THE PSYCHOSOCIAL EFFECTS OF WIDOWHOOD AMONG OLDER WOMEN IN NIGERIA
Authors:   University of Lagos, A Gbenusola ,   University of Lagos
Published: February 2025

Widowhood is a momentous life event that could affect the psychological, social, and financial well-being of widows.This study investigated widowhood and its effects on older women in Nigeria. It explored widowhood from a global perspective and was narrowed down to the perspective of widowhood in Nigeria and reviewed statistics which revealed that a staggering number of elderly women are widows, yet, so little has been done in terms of social relief, financial, or psychological aid all over the world. For this reason, this research was done to better understand widowhood and its all-round effects. With the aid of existing literature, this study examined how widowhood affects psychological well-being, financial stability, and even the social status of widows. It also pointed out common cultural practices done to widows that are detrimental to their well-being. Guided mainly by Erikson's theory of psychosocial development, which highlights the developmental stages an individual must attain psychosocially, this study pointed out how widowhood could ‘drown the work done in previous stages of development and make it difficult for widows to go through the rest of their lives with fulfilment. The study also reviewed the conformity theory as a factor influencing widows' blind adherence to the detrimental cultural practices meted out to them. This paper contributes to the understanding of the complexities and effects of widowhood and suggests interventions to reduce its impact.
SURDEZ: DESAFIOS E CONQUISTAS NA EDUCAÇÃO E NA SOCIEDADE
Authors: Estrela Claudia Meira , Santos Lilian Patricia Ribeiro Dos , Machado Silvia Cassiane
Published: February 2025

In search of a way to include all people in regular schools and to guarantee a quality education, government officials and scholars met at two major events: the first was the World Conference on Education for All, held in Thailand in 1990, and the second event was the Salamanca Conference, held in Spain in 1994. From this perspective, public policies were developed with the aim of accepting all students into regular schools regardless of their needs, but schools and teachers were given this responsibility without first being prepared for it. This ends up becoming a worrying situation, since students with special needs require specialized care and the simple determination of laws that guarantee access to public schools for all does not guarantee the quality of education. Students with hearing disabilities end up being disadvantaged because they do not have a LIBRAS interpreter in the classroom, and the simple fact that a deaf student is included in the classroom does not guarantee their education. Through bibliographical research, information was sought about the coexistence of deaf students in the regular education system. The need for teacher training to work with these students was verified, as well as for society to learn to live with differences. And for deaf students to truly have their autonomy, access to sign language (LIBRAS) and the Portuguese language must be guaranteed to promote inclusion and equal opportunities. This requires not only a policy that contemplates the school environment, but also the linguistic, cultural and family environment.
PERFIL DE INTERNAÇÃO HOSPITALAR E DE MORTALIDADE POR ACIDENTE VASCULAR CEREBRAL EM UM HOSPITAL MACRORREGIONAL DE REFERÊNCIA EM ATENDIMENTO NEUROLÓGICO NO MUNICÍPIO DE DIAMANTINA
Authors: Fernandes Lívia Maria Gonçalves , Sousa Isadora Pinheiro , Nascimento Taynara Thaís de Medeiros , Ramos Danielle Mandacaru , Goulart Cecília de Souza , Baracho Maria Nazaré Lopes , Silva Luane Manuella Ferreira da , Cordeiro Cláudia Aparecida Fernandes , Magalhães Tatiana Almeida de , Rocha Roberta Silva , Ferreira Paulo Henrique da Cruz
Published: February 2025

Stroke is a vascular disease that causes neurological damage and can be ischemic or hemorrhagic. It affects 15 million people a year worldwide and is one of the main causes of death and disability in Brazil. The aim of this study was to analyze the epidemiological profile of patients admitted for stroke to a macro-regional neurological care service in the municipality of Diamantina. This is a retrospective, longitudinal, exploratory and descriptive study carried out between January 2014 and November 2024. The study was based on an analysis of the SUS Hospital Morbidity database, extracted from the Hospital Information System (SIH) of the Department of Informatics of the Unified Health System (DATASUS), considering hospitalizations recorded by place of occurrence. Diamantina recorded 4,168 hospitalizations and 661 deaths from strokes. The peak of HAIs occurred in 2016 (476 cases), with a drop until 2020. Since 2022, cases have increased. Hospitalizations and deaths were more frequent in men (52.7% and 51.9%) and in the 60-79 age group. Browns were the majority of deaths (91%). The mortality rate was similar between the sexes, but between the ages of 40-59, it was higher in men (36.6% against 22.1% in women). After the age of 60, the female rate exceeded the male rate (31.9% against 25.4%). The analysis indicates an increase in cases and an upturn in mortality since 2022, reflecting risk factors and an ageing population. Men and the elderly were the most affected. The study can support policies for prevention, expanding access to health and better monitoring of risk groups.
O CONSUMISMO E A PUBLICIDADE ABUSIVA DIGITAL NA ERA DA MODERNIDADE LÍQUIDA
Authors: Aquino Geórgia Alves Soares de Castro , Silva Paulo Alexandrino da , Almeida Suenya Talita de
Published: February 2025

The liquid modernity described by Zygmunt Bauman reveals a society in which social and economic relations are fragile and transitory in stark contrast to the solid, longlasting harmful relationships. The changes brought about by these relationships will have a profound impact on our society, especially after the popularization of the internet and the increase in electronic commerce, causing changes in habits and consumption, which are influenced by the innovative, insistent, persuasive, unethical and unconstitutional form of advertising. digital. Thus, we intend to succinctly show the importance of knowing and exercising the rights provided for in the Consumer Protection Code in cases of abusive digital advertising, as well as resisting the Foucauldian method.
O IMPACTO DA POLÍTICA NACIONAL DE RESÍDUOS SÓLIDOS NAS DIFERENTES ESFERAS DO PODER PÚBLICO, NO SETOR EMPRESARIAL E NOS DEMAIS SEGMENTOS DA SOCIEDADE
Authors: Lázaro Guilherme Cravo Gouvêa , Trigo Aline Guimarães Monteiro
Published: February 2025

Após duas décadas de tramitação em processo legislativo, a Política Nacional de Resíduos Sólidos, ou PNRS, traz à tona uma nova realidade nos diversos segmentos da sociedade brasileira. Acompanhando as tendências mundiais acerca do meio ambiente, essa política ambiental demonstra a preocupação com os vários setores da sociedade e com o meio ambiente a partir da incorporação de instrumentos ambientais, como os acordos setoriais, a logística reversa e a responsabilidade compartilhada, que indicam um importante caminho rumo a sustentabilidade. A expansão da preocupação com o meio ambiente foi fundamental para o amadurecimento das normas que dizem respeito ao uso consciente dos recursos naturais, assim como a articulação dos três níveis do governo, da sociedade civil e da iniciativa privada. Vislumbrando a prevenção e a redução na geração de resíduos, a PNRS tem como proposta a prática de hábitos de consumo sustentável e um conjunto de instrumentos para propiciar o aumento da reciclagem e da reutilização dos resíduos sólidos, além da destinação ambientalmente adequada dos rejeitos. Dessa maneira, será apresentado um breve estudo sobre o que de fato mudou e está por mudar com o advento da Política Nacional de Resíduos Sólidos nos vários agentes envolvidos (stakeholders): público (governo), privado (empresas) e sociedade civil (terceiro setor)
The Role of Non-Coding RNAs in Gene Regulation and Cellular Signaling Pathways
Authors: kumari k. Aruna
Published: February 2025

Evidence has been mounting over the last decade demonstrating the crucial functions of ncRNAs, including miRNAs and long non-coding RNAs (lncRNAs), in cellular signalling networks and gene regulation. These ncRNAs are highly expressed and play a crucial role in regulating processes including metastasis and endothelial cell invasiveness. They facilitate crosstalk between interconnected signaling pathways, including PTEN/PI3K/AKT/mTOR, by acting as linking molecules within signal circuits. In addition to gene expression and conventional apical measures, studying miRNAs provides a better understanding of both beneficial and detrimental cellular reactions to external exposures. Additionally, miRNAs—which may be found in extracellular and intracellular environments, such as biofluids—have become potential early and precise molecular indicators of tissue and cellular conditions. This review highlights the regulatory functions of ncRNAs, their involvement in cellular homeostasis, and their potential as biomarkers, shedding light on their significance in gene regulation, toxicological studies, and precision medicine.
Siyon Dağı’nın Gölgesinden Beyazperdeye
Authors: Öner Yasin
Published: February 2025

From the Shadow of Mount Zion to the Screen How Jews Use Cinema rnJewish cinema is a rich cinematic tradition that builds on histori-cal, cultural and religious foundations and makes visible various dimensions of Jewish identity. By analyzing the basic concepts of Jewish cinema, this study reveals the ways in which Jews use cin-ema for their own purposes and goals through themes such as identity, diaspora, Holocaust memory, the promised land, and the conflict between modernity and tradition. In the light of the issues of individual and collective belonging, Jews use cinema as a means of creating public opinion pressure in order to enact the idea of the promised land by highlighting the alienation and as-similation they are exposed to in the diaspora. Accordingly, nar-ratives of diasporic experiences such as migration, exile and the search for a new homeland have an important place in Hollywood and European Jewish cinema. Another focal point of the study is the memory of the Holocaust. In Jewish cinema, the Holocaust is addressed not only as a tragedy, but also through the reconstruc-tion of memory, testimony and the quest for justice. While these films deal with individual trauma, they also aim to strengthen Jewish identity in a historical context by creating a social con-sciousness. In addition, Jewish cinema, shaped around the ideal of Zionism, serves as a means of preparing the world public opin-ion to put the occupation plan of Palestine into effect more quickly and to reach the borders of the promised land as soon as possible. On the other hand, Jewish cinema strengthens the cultural ties between Jews in the diaspora and Israel, while at the same time questioning the internal conflicts of national identity. By focusing on the conflict between modernity and tradition, Jewish cinema especially focuses on the attitudes of groups such as Haredi Jews towards modernization and intergenerational identity conflicts, and tries to isolate such groups by over-representing them with an attitude that prioritizes modernity. In this context, Jewish cinema continues to exist not only as a field of artistic production, but also as a tool of Jewish culture, memory and identity construction. rnKeywords: Judaism; cinema; Holocaust; promised land; diaspora
Doğu Batı Arasında Eğitim ve Din Eğitimi -Aliya İzzetbegoviç Öğretisi-
Authors: Koçoğlu Bülent
Published: February 2025

Education and Religious Education Between East and West -Teachings of Aliya Izetbegovic-rnAlija Izetbegovic is one of the important figures who left his mark on the 20th century and fought with his people for universal human and Islamic values with his knowledge and experience, leadership and political personality. Many studies have been conducted to understand Izetbegovic’s struggle and to understand his various ideas. In this study, their thoughts about education and religious education were discussed with a different method. In order to understand Izetbegovic’s systematic thought and the basic dynamics that shape his practical life, it is necessary to try to understand the formation of his world of thought and the reasons that shape it. The first area to be researched for this is Bosnia’s geographical location, population structure, distant and recent history. Secondly, it is imperative that we consider his life in all its stages, considering our subject. Although it is not seen that Izetbegovic’s works include much theoretical education and religious education and training, the abundance of his messages about education and training at all stages of his life, which are discussed in the first part, attracts attention. According to him, being uneducated or incorrectly educated lies at the root of the moral collapse of humanity. Although it points out the differences and similarities between the West and the East, its main purpose is to get rid of the collapse in the Islamic world. Realities at the center of life such as education, school, women, family, individual, society, economy and politics should be reinterpreted and Islamically. Concepts such as religion, science, art, literature, history, morality, responsibility and freedom consciousness should be handled with a new understanding and used in the construction of a new generation, free from the Western complex.rnKeywords: Alija Izetbegovic Teaching; Education; Religious Education
Metinle İştigal Okuma, Yorumlama, Tercüme, Anlama
Authors: Başaran Abdullah , Varlık Selami , Gören Erman , Tatar Burhanettin
Published: February 2025

Preoccupations with the Text Reading, Interpreting, Translating, UnderstandingrnEnhancing a holistic perspective on the relationship between text and reader is possible by moving beyond the misconception that “Reading is a mental activity,” and exploring the multifaceted and infinite possibilities of being a good reader. From the very first moment of encountering a text, reading, interpreting, translating and understanding reveal themselves in a way that gives rise to and calls for each other. Reflecting on these different aspects of engaging with the text makes the reader question the reading habits she has acquired so far. With a dedication to understanding the text, the reader becomes transparent and gets closer to the reading experience in which she recognizes herself. Based on the Anatolian Academy of Divinity’s themed project, “Text”, this work, which has been transformed into a book here entitled Preoccupations with the Text, aims to regain the act of reading in the age of images we are in, by reshaping our approach not only to academic but also to all genres of texts that address us. With the first chapter “Reading a Text” by Abdullah Başaran, the reader becomes transparent to the text, perhaps for the first time, by focusing not on what is read but on the reader herself. In this way, the reader’s engagement with the text is not objectified, but intertwined with it in a locus where infinite possibilities intersect. The second chapter, “Interpreting a Text” by Selami Varlık, asks the reader to make the text her own and enter the world of the text by experiencing its meaning in a particular way while interpreting it. Erman Gören’s chapter, “Translating a Text”, invites the reader to put on the winged sandals of Hermes, the ancient Greek representation of the translator, and trace the nature of translation. Finally, Burhanettin Tatar’s chapter, “Understanding a Text”, shows the different layers of reading and the power of language, leading the reader to understand herself while understanding the text. With this chapter, one learns the art of reading the gaps embedded in the text as well as the art of discerning what is read in a completely different way.rnKeywords: Text; Reading; Interpreting; Translating; Understanding; Hermeneutics
XIII. Yüzyıl İslam Düşüncesinde Mantığın Yeniden İnşası
Authors: Şımşat Mahmut
Published: February 2025

The Revision of Logic in 13th-Century Islamic ThoughtrnIn the 13th century Islamic thought, important innovations were introduced to the discipline of logic by analyzing the philosophical heritage of the previous centuries, and contributions were made to Islamic thought both theoretically and methodologically. Although the philosophers of the 13th century had parallel views to Avicenna’s, their commentaries and glosses reinforced the theoretical foundations of logic, created new intellectual expansions on the texts, and left a legacy that would inspire subsequent logic studies. Fakhr al-Dīn al-Rāzī adopted Avicenna and the Ash’arite tradition together, and al-Khūnajī criticized Avicenna’s teachings and developed innovative approaches. Abharī introduced innovations in dialectical argumentation methods, while al-Ṭūsī and al-Kātibī analyzed Avicenna’s understanding of logic in more depth, especially with their criticisms of syllogisms. Samarqandī’s new discussion methodology, developed under the title of adab al-bahs wa al-munazara, created important innovations in the field of logic. The thinkers of this period not only reshaped Avicenna’s thought, but also placed logic in a broader intellectual context by linking it to other disciplines of Islamic thought such as kalām, philosophy, and mysticism. In our study, we examined the innovative contributions of 13th-century Islamic thinkers to the classical understanding of logic. Among the thinkers of this period, we analyzed the contributions of important names such as Fakhr al-Dīn al-Rāzī, Amidī, al-Khūnajī, al-Abharī, al-Ṭūsī, al-Kātibī, al-Urmawī, Ibn Kammūna, and Samarkandī, as well as the contributions of the commentary and gloss tradition to the theoretical development of logic. Our aim was to evaluate the original contributions of 13th century Islamic thinkers to the discipline of logic, their connections with other disciplines, and their place in the history of logic. In this context, we tried to show that the understanding of logic in this period was not only a continuation of the traditional heritage, but also the development of innovative ideas.rnKeywords: Logic; Tasawwur; Tasdīq; Syllogism; Îsâgûjî; Șemsiyya; Ādâb al-bahs wa’l-munâzara; Islamic philosophy; 13th Century Islamic Philosophers
Kemalpaşazâde’nin Mâhiyet Teorisi
Authors: Şımşat Mahmut
Published: February 2025

Kemalpashazâda’s Theory of QuiddityrnrnThe theory of quiddity, shaped within the framework of Aristotle’s (384–322 BCE) logic and theory of definition, was further developed by Avicenna (Ibn Sīnā, d. 428/1037), focusing on the relationship between the essential realities of objects and existence. In the post-classical (muta’akhkhirūn) period, the theory of quiddity was addressed in the contexts of logic, theology (kalām), and mysticism (taṣawwuf). However, discussions generally concentrated on the concept of existence, neglecting the independent examination of quiddity. The blending of philosophical, theological, and mystical traditions in their approaches to quiddity obscured the clarity of knowledge about its nature and hindered its systematic treatment. Kemalpashazâda (d. 940/1534), however, aimed to clarify the perspectives of various schools and deeply investigate the problem of quiddity within Ottoman thought. This study focuses on the issue of quiddity through Kemalpashazâda, explaining the rational foundations and principles of earlier attempts with their justifications. Within this framework, the approaches of previous thinkers on quiddity were evaluated, and the potential problems arising from the synthesis of Islamic intellectual traditions were critically examined. The perspectives of philosophers within the framework of Peripatetic thought, as well as the concepts and issues related to quiddity in theological traditions, were analyzed. Kemalpashazâda’s treatises were comprehensively examined to present the theory of quiddity, systematically addressing related concepts, issues, and his original views. Kemalpashazâda is observed to have conducted profound analyses on the theory of quiddity, striving to establish a synthesis between philosophy, theology, and mysticism. Following Avicennian principles, he clarified the relationship between existence and quiddity, constructing an original theory in this field. By introducing new concepts, he significantly contributed to Ottoman intellectual thought. Ultimately, he provided a firmer metaphysical foundation for quiddity and laid the groundwork for systematically addressing the problems related to quiddity in Islamic thought.rnKeywords: Logic; Islamic Philosophy; Quiddity; Existence; Metaphysics; Kemalpaşazâde; Ottoman Thought
Hadis Tercüme Hataları
Authors: Çalgan Mehmet Ali
Published: February 2025

Hadith Translation ErrorsrnThe first step to benefit from hadith for those whose native language is not Arabic is translations. All interpretations and results derived from the mistakes done at this step will inevitably be false. The hadith translations that proceed with great speed nowadays leave very few books not translated; however, the quality of these translations needs serious research. The translation of a hadith is at the same time transmission of its meaning therefore any unintented mistake as a result of lack of attention will result in attributing a sentence to the Prophet (pbuh) which is in fact not His words. Some erroneous translations even make hadith open to discussion and negatively affect the credibility of hadith. In this study which is a first in its field, 70.000 hadith in important hadith books including Câmiʿu’l-uṣûl, Kütüb-i Tisʿa, Mecmaʿu’z-zevâʾid, el-Câmiʿu’ṣ- ṣaġīr and other books and articles have been studied and over 2000 translation mistakes have been detected. 150 mistakes have been selected from these mistakes for this study. 123 of them are in Kütüb-i Tisʿa whereas 61 of them are in Ṣaḥîḥayn. The meaning of 140 hadith has changed due to translation mistakes. The meaning has been reversed in 34 hadith and the meaning in 11 hadith changed such that it became opposite of the teachings of Islam. In this article, the types and nature of these mistakes have been analysed under 25 titles and guidelines have been set forth for a correct translation.rnKeywords: Hadith; Translation; Meaning; Interpretation; Translation Mistakes
SineMormon
Authors: Battal Emine
Published: February 2025

SineMormoNrnGetting to Know Mormons Through Their MoviesrnReligious beliefs and practices have been among the subjects that cinema, which has the function of holding a mirror to society, has shown the most interest in since its inception. As a matter of fact, this interest has paved the way for the emergence of many films dealing with religions and religious themes. Moreover, the emergence and rapid spread of so-called new religious movements since the 1950s has further expanded the range of films on religion and belief. Today, movies are used by traditional religious structures as well as by new religious movements, which have become known as alternative forms of religiosity in the modern era. However, it cannot be said that movies are used with the same competence by all movements. Because each of the groups in question has not formed a systematic cinematic structure specific to itself. When this situation is taken into consideration, it is seen that Mormons stand in a separate place among new religious movements. From this point of view, this study traces the question “What is constructed or presented as Mormon religion and Mormon identity in the films produced under the umbrella of Mormon cinema?”.rnKeywords: Cinema, Film, Religion, New Religious Movements, Faith, Mormon.