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Menuju Gereja Elastis
Authors: Alakaman Marlen Tineke
Published: December 2024

Gereja di abad ke-21 mengalami perkembangan dan kemajuan tetapi juga tantangan dalam pelayanannya karena itu, gereja akan tetap memberi respons terhadapnya. Pada era ini pelayanan gereja setidaknya masih pada model bergereja kategorial yang menekankan formalitas, dan rutinitas yang belum cukup untuk menjawab persoalan bergereja. Tujuan penulisan ini adalah menghadapkan konsep Peter Menconi tentang gereja intergenerasi dan konsep Gereja Protestan Maluku tentang Gereja Orang Basudara sebagai pengembangan karakteristik gereja yang baru, yaitu gereja elastis yang memiliki karakter partisipatoris, merengkuh yang liyan, dan misional. Penulisan ini diharapkan dapat bermanfaat menjadi model alternatif bergereja di GPM.
Tiada Lagi Hukuman Kekal
Authors: Kiding Allo Christian Arisandi
Published: December 2024

Tulisan ini mengkaji penghukuman kekal dalam universalisme Karl Barth berdasarkan karya besarnya Church Dogmatics. Barth memang menolak doktrin apokatastasis secara definitif, namun sepanjang penjelasannya terhadap konsep pemilihan dan rekonsiliasi, jelas terlihat bahwa bagi Barth pemilihan telah terjadi secara nyata bagi umat manusia sehingga keselamatan bersifat lengkap dan selesai. Konsekuensinya, penghukuman kekal tidak lagi jatuh kepada manusia. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kajian literatur. Melaluinya telaah akan dilakukan khusus kepada tema pemilihan Kristus dalam Church Dogmatics II, serta hubungannya antara anugerah dan dosa dalam Church Dogmatics IV. Hasil dari telaah terhadap tiga tema tersebut kemudian diuji dan didapati bahwa dalam doktrin keselamatan Barth, penghukuman kekal tidak dimungkinkan. Namun hal itu bukan berarti ia merendahkan dosa, melainkan justru menekankan karya Kristus sebagai sesuatu yang sentral dalam melihat tema ini.
OUR DIALOGUE WITH THE PAST
Authors:   Univerzitet Privredna akademija u Novom Sadu, Srbija, Jelić Zorica Lola ,   Fakultet savremenih umetnosti u Beogradu, Belgrade, Serbia
Published: December 2024

We exist in our time alone, and as Benedetto Croce posited, all history is contemporary history. It is challenging, to say the least, to interpret texts solely in the historical sense, since there are many authors whose lives and/or historical circumstances are vague or unknown. How does one interpret The Hermetica, which was written over 3000 years ago? How does one know what Shakespeare truly intended with his texts since we know so little about him or his life? Yet, we still engage with these texts and find meaning. The texts speak to us in our time, circumstances, culture; in our time in history. For these reasons, in the 1980s Terence Hawkes and Hugh Grady proposed a new approach – presentism; one that would overcome the obstacles of time and history, which in all honesty was not always recorded justly. Presentism as a hermeneutical approach suggests that our interpretation of texts is always a dialogue with the past. Therefore, this paper will re-visit presentism as a contemporary hermeneutical approach and will show how the present moment always determines the interpretation
EZRA POUND AS A REVOLUTIONARY TRANSLATOR: THE CASE OF THE SEAFARER
Authors:   Akaki Tsereteli State University, English Philology, Kutaisi, GE, Iremadze Tamari
Published: December 2024

The present paper explores Pound’s innovative approach to translation. Pound’s translations were not mere renderings of one language into another. They were creative acts that managed to capture the essence and spirit of the original work. Pound believed that a translation should not only convey the meaning of the text but also its form, sound, and rhythm. To achieve this, he often adapted it to fit the stylistic and linguistic conventions of the target language. This approach, known as “translating with an accent”, allowed Pound to create translations that were not only faithful to the original but also distinct works of art in their own right. Pound’s translations were also revolutionary in their engagement with other disciplines, such as music, art, and anthropology. He drew on these fields to inform his translations, incorporating elements of musicality, visual imagery, and cultural context into his work. Through a close examination of Pound’s translation techniques, this article reveals the depth of his linguistic and cultural insights and underscores his enduring legacy as a translator. This article focuses on Pound’s translation of an Old English/Anglo-Saxon poem – “The Seafarer”. Pound’s rendition of this ancient text exemplifies his method, which involved not only translating the words but also capturing the spirit and form of the original works.
Perkebunan Kelapa Sawit Indonesia yang Berkelanjutan
Authors: Ronauly Irene Ester
Published: December 2024

Palm oil, which carries relatively high saturated fat content and is resistant to oxidation, becomes raw material for various industries, including the food industry, cosmetics and others. Therefore, palm oil is one of the most important oils. Indonesia is the largest palm oil producer in the world. From macroeconomic perspective, palm oil has a very strategic role. Besides being a source of foreign exchange, palm oil is also able to stimulate the people-centred economy and open up large employment opportunities. As technology and the globalization era develop, humans are starting to realize the importance of preserving the nature and environment for the benefit of future generations. Apart from that, global warming, which affects the climate change, is considered increasingly dangerous for humans lives and biodiversity on earth. Deforestation is one of the factors that contributes to the global warming. The expansion of palm oil plantations is linked to deforestation. Thus, the issue of sustainability is started to be raised as a relevant topic. The issue of sustainability concerns three elements, namely, profit, people and planet. Not only the economic benefits, but the preservation of nature and forests, as well as the fulfilment of human rights of the palm oil plantation workers must also be considered. The global challenge, such as the rejection of Indonesian palm oil commodities which are considered unsustainable, is also another driving factor to ensure the implementation of a sustainable system in the palm oil plantation business in Indonesia. Ultimately, preserving Indonesia’s nature and forests, as well as fulfilling the human rights of its workforce, are the interests of Indonesia.
Pola Hubungan Ruang Rumah Sakit Umum Daerah Tebing Tinggi terhadap Peraturan Menteri Kesehatan
Authors: Dasrizal Dasrizal , Harefa Mei Brilian , Rizalitaher Alif Saum , Purba Junianty Dahnita br , Ginting Elia Yo Sepa br
Published: December 2024

In the relationship of space, the architect makes a precondition of how each space should relate and the type of relationship. The pattern of hospital room relationships has been regulated in the regulation of the Minister of Health. This study aims to analyze the level of suitability of the hospital room relationship with the regulations of the Minister of Health.  The object of the research used is the Kumpulan Pane Regional General Hospital or abbreviated as RSKP, located in the city of Tebing Tinggi, Serdang Bedagai Regency, North Sumatra Province. This research is a quantitative research, with data obtained through direct observation and juxtaposed with the Regulation of the Minister of Health. The results of observations at the location of the research object found that the spatial relationship pattern between hospital buildings did not meet the standard of spatial relationship pattern contained in the Regulation of the Minister of Health. This study has a conclusion that some of the buildings in the hospital do not meet the existing regulatory standards so that they need to be adjusted. The targeted output is an accredited journal.
Hubungan Pemberian Makanan Tambahan dengan Variasi Menu terhadap Kenaikan Berat Badan pada Balita yang Berstatus Gizi Kurang
Authors: Luwitasari Meliana Eka , Nasriyah Nasriyah , Wigati Atun
Published: December 2024

Stunting is a chronic nutritional problem caused by a lack of nutritional intake for a long time, especially in the first 1,000 days of a child's life. This malnutrition can interfere with the physical and brain growth of children, causing height that is not appropriate for age and various other symptoms such as a younger-looking face, delayed body growth, and impaired brain development. The purpose of this study is to determine the relationship between supplementary feeding and Menu Variation on weight gain in undernourished toddlers in Semirejo Village, Gembong District, Pati Regency. Method: The type of research used is quantitative research, which is a research method that uses research data in the form of numbers and analysis using statistics. Results: The results of the statistical test after combining the analysis results with chi square obtained a p value of 0.001 < 0.005, meaning that Ha was accepted and Ho was rejected, meaning that there was a relationship between providing additional food and menu variations to weight gain in toddlers with malnourished status. Conclusion: There was a significant relationship between supplemental feeding and menu variation on weight gain in undernourished toddlers with a p value of 0.001.
Analisis Kejahatan Ekonomi dalam Praktik Pinjaman Online: Dampak terhadap Masyarakat dan Strategi Penanggulangan
Authors: Yulianto Dwi
Published: December 2024

Technological developments have triggered the emergence of online loan services (Pinjol) that offer easy access to finance. However, illegal practices in this sector, such as fraud, misuse of personal data, and intimidation, pose serious social and economic impacts for society. This study aims to analyze the forms of economic crime in online lending, its impact on society, and effective countermeasure strategies. The descriptive-analytical research method is used with the approach of literature study and empirical data analysis. The results of the study show that the practice of illegal online lending causes financial losses, psychological pressure, and damages trust in the financial system. Weak regulations and low digital literacy in the community exacerbate this situation. Countermeasures include strengthening regulations, law enforcement based on the concepts of Strict Liability, Absolute Liability, and Vicarious Liability, as well as increasing people's financial literacy. In conclusion, a collaborative approach between the government, OJK, law enforcement, and the public is urgently needed to create a safe and responsible online lending ecosystem.
Bismuth phosphates from the Sítio do Castelo mine, Folgosinho (Portugal): description and Raman spectroscopy
Authors: Tvrdý Jaromír , Vrtiška Luboš , Sejkora Jiří , Rosseel Pierre , Dolníček Zdeněk
Published: December 2024

Two bismuth phosphates, zaïrite and monoclinic analogue of ximengite, are described from the Sítio do Castelo mine, Folgosinho (Portugal). Zaïrite is known from Folgosinho for a long time, but no analytical data have been published so far. On the studied samples, it forms bright yellow crystals of variable morphology, from tabular to columnar and spindle-shaped crystals. Electron microprobe analysis showed the relative purity of the zaïrite with a minor content of elements typical for minerals of the plumbogummite group. The empirical formula can be expressed as (Bi0.84Sr0.08Ca0.06Pb0.01)Σ0.99Fe3.07[(PO4)1.91(SO4)0.09]Σ2.00[(OH)6.01F0.09]Σ6.10. The Raman spectrum of zaïrite is dominated by vibrational bands of (PO4)3- and (OH)- units. Monoclinic bismuth orthophosphate, unknown as a mineral species until now, was rarely found as aggregate up to 30 μm in size rimmed by zaïrite. Its empirical formula is (Bi0.97Fe0.04Ca0.02)Σ1.02 (PO4)1.00F0.09. The Raman spectrum agrees with published data for the BiPO4 polymorph of SbPO4-type, space group P21/m. The two described bismuth phosphates at the Sítio do Castelo mine were formed by the decomposition of unspecified primary bismuth minerals due to the activity of late hydrothermal to supergene phosphorus-rich solutions.
Aurihydrargyrumite from the Otakar (Otokar, Ottokar) vein near Gelnica, Spišsko-gemerské rudohorie Mts., Slovakia, a new occurrence of natural Au6Hg5
Authors: Števko Martin , Sejkora Jiří
Published: December 2024

Aurihydrargyrumite, ideally Au6Hg5 was discovered at the dump of the Žigmund adit, Otakar (Otokar, Ottokar) hydrothermal siderite-type vein near Gelnica, Spišsko-gemerské rudohorie Mts., Gelnica Co., Košice Region, Slovakia. It occurs as anhedral grains up to 28 µm in size associated with cinnabar and tetrahedrite-(Hg). The average (n = 7) empirical formula of studied aurihydrargyrumite corresponds to (Au5.96Ag0.04)Σ6.00Hg5.00. This find is representing the third occurrence of this rare mineral in nature.
Studium přechodných členů řady kintoreit-segnitit-beudantit a doprovodných fosfátů z lokality Vlastkovec u Slavonic (Česká republika)
Authors: Vrtiška Luboš , Zikeš Jiří , Vrtišková Radana , Dolníček Zdeněk , Sejkora Jiří
Published: December 2024

Secondary phosphates and arsenates of alunite supergroup, kintoreite, segnitite, beudantite and plumbogummite in association with natrodufrénite, were found on newly collected samples from Stříbrný vrch Hill near Vlastkovec, South Bohemia region (Czech Republic). Minerals were detected on three samples of quartz vein in three different phosphate/arsenate associations. Sample 1: kintoreite-segnitite-beudantite, sample 2: kintoreite-plumbogummite and sample 3: kintoreite-natrodufrénite. The minerals of the alunite supergroup have been studied by means of WDS, PXRD analyses, IR and Raman spectroscopy. Increased (CO3)2- contents in the structure of kintoreite and plumbogummite were detected by IR and Raman spectroscopy.
Výskyt antimonitu v pelosideritu z Otvovic u Kralup nad Vltavou (Česká republika)
Authors: Špalek Jiří
Published: December 2024

Unusual occurrence of stibnite in pelosiderite was discovered at the mine dump of the abandoned coal mine Jan, Otvovice near Kralupy nad Vltavou (Czech Republic). The steel-gray needle-shaped stibnite crystals up to 22 mm in length form a fan-shaped aggregate about 2.2 × 2.5 cm in size in crack of a pelosiderite concretion. It was identified by PXRD and its refined unit-cell parameters (for orthorhombic space group Pnma) are: a 11.3126(6), b 3.8376(3), c 11.2286(6) Å and V 487.46(6) Å3. Stibnite crystals are zonal in BSE images due to slight non-stoichiometry of their chemical composition - from Sb2.04S2.95 to Sb2.00S2.99. The position of this occurrence among the known stibnite finds in the northern vicinity of Prague is discussed.
Existence Results for a Class of $\psi$-Hilfer Fractional Hybrid Differential Equations
Authors: Louakar Ayoub , Hamid Lmou , Kajounı Ahmed , Hilal Khalid
Published: December 2024

This study investigates the existence and uniform local attractiveness of solutions for a class of
fractional $\psi$-Hilfer hybrid differential equations within Banach algebras. Utilizing advanced hybrid fixed-point theory, we derive results that not only establish conditions for the existence of solutions but also demonstrate their uniform local attractiveness. Our findings offer valuable insights into the behavior of these fractional differential equations and provide a solid theoretical foundation for future research and applications in this field.
Modification of DTM for Solving Multi-Interval Boundary Value Problems
Authors: Yücel Merve , Muhtarov Fahreddin , Mukhtarov Oktay
Published: December 2024

Although the well-known differential transform method (DTM) is one of the effective methods for
solving single-interval boundary value problems (SIBVPs), this method cannot be directly applied to multi-intervalboundary value transmission problems (MIBVTPs). In this study, we generalized the classical DTM so that it can be applied to solving not only SIBVPs but also MIBVTPs. To justify the effectiveness of the presented generalization of DTM, we solved two MIBVTPs for the three-interval differential equations and graphically compared the obtained approximate solutions with the corresponding exact solutions.
The Role of Faith-Based Education in Bangladesh’s Multicultural System and Its Impact on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
Authors: Khondoker Saif Uddin Ahmed , Waston  , An Andri Nirwana , Mahmudulhassan  , Muthoifin
Published: December 2024

Objective: To examine how faith-based education in Bangladesh's multicultural educational system incorporates religious and secular courses, emphasizing madrasa students' intellectual development and cultural identity.
 
Theoretical Framework: Exploring how to strike a balance between religious principles and the demands of secular education, based on multicultural and integrative education theories.
 
Method: Qualitative research using student and teacher interviews combined with document analysis of curriculum materials and educational policies.
 
Results and Discussion: Students who attend faith-based schools form strong cultural and ethical identities based on religious beliefs, which influence their values and sense of identity. Incorporating secular disciplines like physics and math helps pupils develop their critical thinking abilities and prepares them for various social and academic issues. The integration of a balanced curriculum is still hampered by several issues, such as scarce resources, inadequate teacher preparation, and cultural conflicts between conservative and progressive viewpoints.
 
Research Implications: This paper emphasizes the necessity of laws that help religious schools deliver high-quality instruction that satisfies both contemporary academic requirements and religious beliefs.
 
Originality/Value:  Offers unique insights into Bangladesh’s educational landscape, guiding future reforms to promote academic success and cultural integration in a diverse society.
IMPACT OF HUMAN VALUES ON PHYSICS LESSONS FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS
Authors: Aikymbay Alua , Uazhbek Marat , Maxutov Samat
Published: December 2024

Abstract. Human values serve as the foundation for ethical conduct that every individual considers important. Human Values' importance lies in fostering positive social dynamics, enhancing personal well-being, and upholding principles of ethical living. This study examined how high school students understood human values in physics classes and how they related to academic subjects. The values examined were responsibility, friendship, peace, respect, honesty, and tolerance. 150 students from two private and two private high schools in various Kazakhstani cities participated in the study during the 2023–2024 academic year. 57% (f=86) of the participants were female, and 43% (f=64) of the participants were male students. The "Human Values Scale" created by Dilmac (2007) was used to collect the data for this study. and the percentage, frequency, correlation, and independent samples-t test were used to examine the data.Based on the computations, it was determined that there was no significant difference in the human values subscale scores of responsibility, friendship, peace, tolerance, honesty, and respect between the male and female participants.Findings suggest that incorporating discussions on underlined values within the Physics curriculum can enhance student motivation, comprehension, and overall academic success. Additionally, a direct association was observed between success in the Physics course and the aspect of Responsibility within the values scale. Conversely, no notable correlations were detected between academic achievement and the sub-dimensions of human values.
Endemic Period COVID-19 Risk Evolution Between 2023 and 2024 Years in a General Medicine Office in Toledo, Spain. Incidence Rate and Other Risk Measures are Declining or Stable
Authors:   Specialist in Family and Community Medicine, Health Center Santa Maria de Benquerencia. Regional Health Service of Castilla la Mancha (SESCAM), Toledo, Spain, Turabian Jose Luis
Published: December 2024

Background : The evolution of community risk measures for covid-19 infection from 2023 to 2024 is not clearly known.
Objective: To know the evolution of risk measures of cases of covid-19 from October 1, 2022 to October 1, 2024 in a general medicine consultation in
Toledo, Spain.
Methodology: Comparison of the covid-19 Incidence Rate, Relative Risk and Attributable Risk in 2023 year versus covid-19 in 2024 (group with very
broad hybrid immunity), based on data from previous longitudinal studies, all of them carried out in the same population of patients treated in a general
medicine office in Toledo, Spain.
Results: 76 covid-19 cases from October 2022 to October 2023 (1 year at risk) and 54 covid-19 cases from October 2023 to October 2024 (1 year at risk)
were included, for a population at risk of 2,000 people. The raw Incidence Rate in 2024 vs. 2023 was lower (3% vs. 4%), Relative Risks were protective or
equal and Attributable Risks were negative or equal for all variables studied (relative risk of moderate severe severity and the presence of chronic diseases
had not changed). The following statistical significances were found in 2024 vs. 2023: lower Relative Risks for the entire population [RR= 0.75 (X2= 3.8481.
p= .049801)], for women [0.6 (X2= 4.319. p= .037689)], and for socio-health workers [0.46 (X2= 4.2686. p= .038823)].
Conclusion: In general practice setting in Toledo, Spain, in 2024 vs. 2023 the incidence of covid-19 and other risk measures are decreasing or it are stable.
Population at risk with greater hybrid immunity is better prepared than 2023 to avoid cases of covid-19, but the relative risk of moderate severe severity
(which was already low) and the presence of chronic diseases (which was already high) have not changed.
Women’s Perspectives on the Role of Community Health Workers in Planning Family-Community Based Study in a Rural, Remote Region
Authors:   Senior Consultant, Obstetrics Gynecology, Tapan Bhai Mukesh Bhai Memorial Hospital, Research Centre and Proposed Medical College. Kharde, Shirpur, Dhule, Maharashtra, India, S Chhabra
Published: December 2024

Background: Community health workers (CHWs) are believed to play pivotal role in enhancing rural health, including guidance, assistance to couples in
planning family. In India, Accredited Social Health Activists (ASHAs), special cadre of CHWs, program was introduced to bolster maternal child health,
though their roles got extended to broader health initiatives. However, ASHAs’ contribution to planning family does not seem to be to their full potential.
Need to harness this special cadre of CHWs to promote planned families in rural communities is evident.
Methodology: Community based study was conducted over two years in a remote hilly region, in 140 villages with health care facility, (Study Center) in
one of them.
Study sample comprised of 4500 women aged 20 to 49 Yrs. from diverse educational backgrounds, professions, economic status, and parity. Data was
collected through interviews using predesigned structured questionnaire.
Results: Study revealed varied perceptions of CHWs roles in planning family among rural tribal women. Most respondents said that CWHs need to motivate
health facility births and bring children to immunization clinics, 56%. However, their role in encouraging planning family was less acknowledged 12to 33%.
Sterilization was most widely recognized method of planned family, where CWHs were expected to be facilitators, upto 75% Age, education. economic status,
jobs, number of child births affected their perceptions and expectations. However most Women did expect CHWs to arrange family planning programs.
Conclusion: Present study underscores need for more robust awareness amongst communities about role of CHWs in promoting planned families in
rural tribal communities. Strengthening ASHAs involvement in comprehensive fam
Produtividade de padrões microconstrucionais X–NTE
Authors: Cordeiro Fernando da Silva
Published: December 2024

Este artigo analisa a produtividade dos padrões microconstrucionais da construção X–nte a partir de suas propriedades semânticas. Apresentamos os sentidos que nomes em –nte podem apresentar nos contextos de uso em que ocorrem e verificamos propriedades semânticas relacionadas aos verbos recrutados por esses sentidos. Propomos também uma análise da correlação estatística entre essas propriedades, de modo a evidenciar semelhanças/diferenças entre os diferentes padrões microconstrucionais. O arcabouço teórico é o da Linguística Funcional Centrada no Uso e da Gramática de Construções. Metodologicamente, trata-se de uma pesquisa qualitativa, com suporte quantitativo, e descritivo-explicativa quanto aos seus objetivos. O corpus é composto de 1501 ocorrências de nomes em –nte retiradas de amostras do português escrito entre os séculos XVIII e XX. Os resultados mostram que diferentes tipos semânticos de verbo e com diferenciados graus de atividade/agentividade podem figurar no slot da construção. Os sentidos circunstancial e avaliativo são os mais produtivos semanticamente, enquanto o sentido agentivo figura como padrão semanticamente mais coerente. Há uma significativa correlação estatística entre as propriedades investigadas, de modo que os dados podem ser agrupados em clusters, nos quais o sentido agentivo figura como um cluster único, em oposição aos sentidos circunstancial e avaliativo.
Pelatihan Menumbuhkan Jiwa Wirausaha pada Generasi Muda Bagi Siswa Madrasah Aliyah Al-Lathifah Cikarang Barat
Authors: Kisanda Midisen  , Aceng Badruzzaman  , Sukron Makmun  , Ali Nur Ahmad  , Wulan Windiarti
Published: December 2024

The purpose of this community service research is to train students at Al-Lathifah Senior High School West Cikarang in order to promote an entrepreneurial spirit in the next generation. The training intends to foster a creative, inventive, and solution-focused mindset in addition to giving students the information and practical skills necessary for entrepreneurship. This course makes use of case studies that are applicable to real-world situations, business simulations, talks, and debates. The study's findings show that students are becoming more knowledgeable about entrepreneurship, more interested in it, and more capable of starting and operating small enterprises. Furthermore, the pupils' attitude of independence and social responsibility was successfully formed by this instruction. As a result, it is anticipated that this training will serve as a model for other madrasas, helping to raise a new generation prepared to support the growth of the country's economy.
Pemanfaatan IoT untuk Monitoring Kualitas Air dan Pelatihan Pembuatan Abon Ikan di Pokdakan Mina Jaya Banyumas
Authors: Yuliantoro Prasetyo , Latifasari Nurul , Setyawan Agung Cahyo
Published: December 2024

The Mina Jaya fish farming group in Banyumas Regency faces significant challenges in freshwater fish farming, primarily due to poor water quality caused by household waste contamination. This issue leads to high fish mortality rates, especially for mujaer, catfish, and tilapia, significantly reducing harvest yields and economic returns. To address these problems, this community service program introduced Internet of Things (IoT) technology for real-time water quality monitoring. The program also included training on IoT usage and post-harvest management, specifically the production of fish floss (abon), to enhance the value of fish products. IoT implementation proved effective in reducing fish mortality, improving water conditions, and increasing operational efficiency. Furthermore, the post-harvest training enabled the group to diversify their products and increase income. These results demonstrate the potential of combining modern technology and community empowerment to overcome aquaculture challenges and improve productivity. The program recommends expanding IoT usage, continuing post-harvest product diversification, and fostering sustainable collaboration to maximize long-term benefits.
Accelerated microwave curing of hybrid geopolymers with nano-silica for enhanced physico-mechanical properties
Authors: Balapanov Bolat , Montayev Sarsenbek , Aygün Beyza Fahriye , Uysal Mücteba
Published: December 2024

This paper presents the microwave curing method as an alternative to conventional thermal curing of hybrid (fly ash-slag) geopolymer mortars (GMs) to achieve comparable performance with significantly reduced curing times. This study aimed to ascertain the impact of varying nano-silica contents (0.5%, 0.75%, and 1%) on the geopolymer matrix to identify the optimal dosage for enhancing densification and bond improvement phases. Mixture proportions were designed to achieve high mechanical and durability performances. The activator/binder (A/B) ratio was set at 0.71, the sodium silicate to sodium hydroxide ratio at 1.5, and the sand/binder (S/B) ratio at 2.5. This study considered two curing methods: thermal curing at 80 °C for 24 hours and microwave curing at 119 W for 3 minutes. The latter method produces equivalent thermal effects in a significantly shorter time. Physical properties tested after seven days included water absorption, porosity, and mechanical properties related to compressive and flexural strength. The results demonstrated that incorporating NS markedly enhanced the physical and mechanical characteristics. Moreover, microwave curing has been identified as a
promising approach for producing hybrid geopolymers, offering a low-energy and high-performance alternative.
THE HUMAN BODY AS A TEXT IN CHARLES DICKENS’S A TALE OF TWO CITIES
Authors: Öteyaka Işıl
Published: December 2024

Charles Dickens’s A Tale of Two Cities portrays a social panorama of the French Revolution in the context of the human body as a canvas for the era’s political and psychological struggles. In this panorama, characters’ actions and experiences inscribe bodies as texts of power dynamics, and the narrative reveals how the human body embodies themes of suffering, resilience, and transformation. Accordingly, the novel engages with the representation of the human body as an agent that both acts and is acted on. The body serves not only as a site of personal struggle but also as a powerful symbol of collective identity and social unrest. By analyzing key moments in the text, this study scrutinizes how Dickens uses bodily imagery to illustrate the interplay between individual agency and body politics as societal forces, and how he conditions the human body as a critical lens which reflects the political discourse and emotional atmosphere of the era in A Tale of Two Cities. Accordingly, the paper will focus on the human body not as an isolated entity but as a social and political construct by employing a theoretical framework that blends phenomenology, critical body theory, and Foucauldian perspectives on body and power.
Dual affine translation surfaces in 3-dimensional simply
isotropic space I13
Authors: Lone M.S. , Shabir F. , Lone M.A. , Shahid M.H.
Published: December 2024

In this paper, we study dual affine translation surfaces in the 3-dimensional
simply isotropic space I1
3. We obtain the classification results for dual affine translation
surfaces with constant dual isotropic Gaussian curvature or constant dual isotropic mean
curvature.
Average structures associated to a Finsler space
Authors: Torrome Ricardo Gallego
Published: December 2024

Given a Finsler space (M, F ) on a manifold M , the averaging method associates to Finslerian geometric objects affine geometric objects living on M . In particular, a
Riemannian metric is associated with the fundamental tensor g and an affine, torsion free
connection is associated with the Chern-Rund connection. As an illustration of the applications of theory, a generalization of the Gauss-Bonnet theorem to Berwald surfaces using
the average metric is presented. The parallel transport and curvature endomorphisms of
the average connection are obtained. The holonomy group for a Berwald space is discussed.
Finally, isometries and symmetric spaces are considered and the heritage of the property
of symmetric space from the Finsler space to the average Riemannian metric is proved.
Food Inflation and the Nigerian Economy: An Empirical Investigation
Authors: Israel Kwode E. , Charity Gad
Published: December 2024

The persistent rise in food price inflation has negative implications on the growth of the Nigerian economy- standard of living, purchasing power of households and the general wellbeing of the citizens. Food Inflation in Nigeria averaged 13.72 percent from 1996 until 2024, reaching an all-time high of 40.87 percent in June of 2024 (NBS 2024) despite government’s effort and necessary steps to reduce price hike of foods and minimize the effects of higher prices on the citizen. Therefore, the study main objective is to evaluate the impact of food inflation on Nigeria’s economy. This study conducted an in-depth investigation using multiple regression analysis (E-View 10) to analyze data from CBN and NBS covering 1990 to 2023. The result revealed that Food Inflation had negative impact on the Nigerian Economic Growth in the period of 1990-2023. This is because GDP (0.2817), Exchange Rate (0.3684), Interest Rate (0.0000) and as well as Inflation (0.0733) cumulatively accounted for about 63.4% of the variation in the Food Price Inflation (FPI) that further impacted negatively the Nigerian Economy. Based on findings, the study recommended government should embark on mechanized production of local food, reduction of post-harvest losses, food price stabilization and robust monetary and fiscal policies target at food inflation.
Unseen Struggles on the Financial Challenges Faced by Single Parents
Authors: Cruz Charmaine Alexis , Hilario Alessandra , Matawaran Ma. Erika , Reyes Imee Nicole , Valero Leila M. , Paez Avegail T.
Published: December 2024

Raising a child as a single parent is an exceptionally challenging task, often more difficult than in two-parent households. While general parenting difficulties are well-known, the financial burdens unique to single parents are less visible and less understood. This study aims to shed light on these hidden challenges by exploring the financial difficulties single parents face and their impact on well-being. The research focuses on understanding the financial issues encountered by single parents in managing finances while raising children alone. Using a qualitative approach, the study gathered data through open-ended, semi-structured interviews with 55 single parents in Hagonoy, Bulacan, Philippines. Surveys and interviews were conducted with single parents from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds to understand the factors that contribute to their financial hardships. Thematic analysis was employed to identify significant themes and patterns, helping to uncover shared experiences among participants. The study finds that single parents often experience financial stress due to insufficient income, lack of support systems, and the pressures of balancing work and childcare. Additionally, the research highlights the impact of limited financial literacy and access to resources, which exacerbate their struggles. The findings emphasize the need for targeted financial education programs, better social support systems, and policies that offer financial relief and stability to single-parent households. The study contributes to a deeper understanding of the financial challenges faced by single parents, offering recommendations to improve their financial resilience and overall well-being.
Responsive Local Policy for Capital Investment in Perspective Public Welfare
Authors: Trisnabilah Shabirah , Fatin Diana
Published: December 2024

Purpose: The purpose of this research is to describe local area policies in supporting investment and to contribute to the development of regional policies that are more responsive to the needs of the community.

Method: This research approach uses a doctrinal or normative juridical method that conceptualizes law in the realm of law about rule (written law) in the form of texts as written law through Law Number 25 of 2007 concerning Investment. This type of research is normative legal research using a qualitative approach. Primary data in this study consists of applicable legislation and previous research results. Data collection techniques use literature studies and data validity uses triangulation of data sources and triangulation of methods.

Results and Conclusion: The results of this study indicate that the State of Indonesia has abundant natural resource potential so that it becomes a promising development alternative, for this reason the region must respond to investment support through the laws and policies it formulates, considering that legal factors are one of the factors that can influence investment policies, apart from political factors and economic factors. Legal certainty is one indication of priority considerations that must be considered. In the end, the region must be able to create investment opportunities, and eliminate obstacles that arise, the order and policies that are built must be responsive to needs while still adhering to the Pancasila ideology as a source of law, which contains certain quality values that must be realized in concrete reality for the life of the community, namely social welfare through development in the region to develop the community’s economy.
Balancing of Freedom of Expression and Community Guidelines for YouTube Content Creators
Authors: Baduria Jesselyn M , Banquillo Justin , Vergara Lerma G.
Published: December 2024

This paper indicates the importance of Freedom of Expression, especially fundamental rights of humans that are protected by international law. YouTube the popular free video-sharing website whereas content creators upload and make videos to share with others. YouTube provides opportunities for communication between viewers and content creators. Moreover, YouTube has a wide spectrum of content uploaded everyday while following the community guidelines to protect the safety of its users. Nonetheless, there are strict rules to follow and some content are affecting conflicts and self-censorship without adhering to the community guidelines. In addition, YouTube has complicated monetization policies that aim to maintain the quality of the content while simultaneously giving creators of content financial opportunities. The study highlights the importance of both human reviewers and algorithms in upholding rules while addressing the delicate balance between permitting freedom of expression and censoring content to avoid harm. The study also summarizes the complex problems with YouTube as a platform that strikes a balance between community safety, monetization policies, and creator expression.
Fallos de inteligencia que arriesgaron la democracia en el siglo XXI: la CIA y el MOSSAD
Authors: Rodríguez-Zambrano Henry Mario , Rodríguez-Morales Tania Gabriela
Published: December 2024

Este artículo examina críticamente el papel de las agencias de inteligencia de Estados Unidos e Israel en la preservación y fortificación de la democracia frente a amenazas emergentes. Mientras la democracia enfrenta oscilaciones por las corrientes del terrorismo y la inestabilidad política, la inteligencia debe no solo actuar como escudo protector, sino también como un ente que fomente la capacidad de sobreponerse y reconstituirse frente a situaciones de crisis. Así, con un análisis detallado se explora cómo estas agencias pueden reforzar sus estrategias y tácticas para asegurar un futuro democrático robusto frente a las adversidades del siglo XXI. A raíz de eventos como el atentado del 11 de septiembre (11-S), que marcó el comienzo de una nueva era de terrorismo global, se cuestiona la capacidad y la eficacia de la inteligencia de estos países para anticipar y mitigar tales riesgos. Aunque la inteligencia ha adquirido un papel protagónico en la defensa de los valores democráticos, las fallas en prevenir ataques y la dificultad para adaptarse a un entorno cambiante subrayan la necesidad de una evolución en sus métodos. Finalmente, se concluye que las lecciones aprendidas muestran que las prácticas y estrategias de inteligencia deben estar profundamente arraigadas en la realidad y no en la complacencia o en el desdén por los adversarios. Además, los errores cometidos y analizados en este estudio deben servir como piedras angulares para reconstruir prácticas de inteligencia más robustas y respetuosas con los principios democráticos, lo que permitirá asegurar que la inteligencia y la democracia no solo coexistan, sino que se fortalezcan mutuamente.
El juego como estrategia lúdica: fortalecimiento de la competencia, pensamiento lógico, creativo y crítico en educación infantil
Authors: Román-Santana Wanda Marina , Martínez-Alonzo Judith Marcela , De La Cruz-Mena Doris del Carmen
Published: December 2024

La educación dominicana se ha transformado con la esperanza de proporcionar a los ciudadanos una formación académica integral y efectiva para obtener individuos críticos, creativos y reflexivos como producto final. El objetivo de este estudio fue analizar el juego como estrategias lúdicas utilizadas por las docentes en el fortalecimiento del desarrollo de la Competencia de Pensamiento Lógico, Creativo y Crítico en Educación Infantil. Estuvo enfocado bajo la metodología cuantitativa, del tipo documental o bibliográfica, de campo y descriptiva. Los resultados muestran que las estrategias lúdicas que utilizan con más frecuencia para el fortalecimiento de la competencia de pensamiento lógico, creativo y crítico en los niños es el juego; además, las habilidades que desarrollan a través del uso de las mismas para el desarrollo de la competencia de pensamiento lógico, creativo y crítico son: habilidades de pensamiento y creatividad. Las actividades lúdicas que utilizan con mayor frecuencia, para fortalecer la competencia de pensamiento lógico, creativo y crítico mediante la rutina diaria en los/las niños/as de los centros educativos perteneciente al Distrito 10, son los juegos lógicos. Además, las actividades tradicionales utilizadas para desarrollar el pensamiento lógico creativo y crítico es el veo-veo. Y las actividades lógico-matemáticas implementadas por las docentes para desarrollar el pensamiento lógico, creativo y crítico, son los juegos de rompecabezas. Concluyendo que resaltan la relevancia del juego como una herramienta fundamental para promover el desarrollo cognitivo, social y emocional de los niños en el contexto educativo del Nivel Inicial. La alta valoración y aplicación del juego por parte de las docentes y coordinadores indican una comprensión compartida de su importancia en el proceso educativo.
La investigación, el desarrollo y la innovación como pilares para la sostenibilidad de la Aviación del Ejército colombiano
Authors: Rodríguez-Navarro Jorge Enrique , Cuadros-Antolínez Rubén Darío , Parrado-Rodríguez Johnny Fernando , Castiblanco-Rosero Luis Daniel
Published: December 2024

Este artículo tuvo como objetivo principal destacar la importancia y el notable crecimiento del Centro de Desarrollo Tecnológico de la Aviación del Ejército (CEDETAVI), enfocándose en la aplicación de procesos de investigación, desarrollo tecnológico e innovación (I+D+i). Estas técnicas han generado mejoras significativas y la adquisición de nuevas capacidades en el ámbito del mantenimiento aeronáutico, (anteriormente dependiente de reparaciones costosas y demoradas en el extranjero), lo que ha tenido un impacto positivo en el alistamiento operacional de las aeronaves, contribuyendo así a elevar los estándares de seguridad operacional en las actividades aéreas. En particular, se ha logrado mejorar notablemente la precisión y confiabilidad de los sistemas de navegación, marcando un avance considerable en este campo. Este trabajo se proyectó desde el enfoque cualitativo, a partir de la aplicación de un diseño narrativo, facilitando una exploración más profunda y detallada de los procesos de I+D+i implementados por el CEDETAVI, y proporcionando una comprensión exhaustiva de los desarrollos tecnológicos y sus impactos. De este ejercicio se obtuvieron algunas generalidades, detalles de cómo inició y cuáles fueron los primeros prototipos, la evolución tecnológica y la creación del CEDETAVI, y logros y reconocimientos por parte de diferentes autoridades hacia este centro de investigación. Se concluye que la transformación de dicho centro ha sido fundamental para optimizar el mantenimiento aeronáutico y mejorar la operatividad de las aeronaves del Ejército Nacional, como apoyo fundamental al cumplimiento del mandato constitucional.
Personas con discapacidad: un desafío para Chile, Costa Rica, Ecuador y Uruguay
Authors: Rodino-Bueno María Eugenia , Hernández-Olaya Nelly Liliam , Linale-Mendía Viviana , Ramírez-Narváez Javier
Published: December 2024

La discapacidad ha sido considerada históricamente un problema global que afecta a millones de personas, creando barreras que limitan la plena participación de estas en la sociedad. Por ello se propuso, como objetivo general de este artículo, analizar dicha problemática en Chile, Costa Rica, Ecuador y Uruguay, mediante la revisión de literatura actual y documentos oficiales de las entidades responsables en cada país. Los hallazgos mostraron una situación digna de análisis en relación con las personas con discapacidad (PcD), principalmente en los países con menor cantidad total de habitantes; también, se logra evidenciar los actores nacionales e internacionales (gubernamentales) involucrados en el tema; en igual medida se aprecian los hechos registrados por cada gobierno para garantizar los derechos humanos y las soluciones planteadas en procura de que esta población tenga una mejor calidad de vida. En conclusión, todos los países estudiados muestran un fuerte compromiso (unos más que otros) con la protección y apoyo a las PcD, para minimizar las barreras que obturan la participación, promoviendo el desarrollo de una vida sin condicionamiento.
Nieuws van de Bond
Authors: Louwes Korrie
Published: December 2024

Het KNOB-bestuur blaast de traditie van zijn voorgangers nieuw leven in: op gezette tijden wendt het zich met Nieuws van de Bond in gedrukte vorm tot zijn leden.
Bibliometric mapping of the studies on noise related to tourism
Authors: Ay Eşref
Published: December 2024

This study aims to provide an overview of the development of tourism-related "noise" studies in the academic process. Thus, the most current research stream on the subject is clarified. First, a systematic literature review was conducted, and then bibliometric analysis was applied to the data obtained via VOSviewer. This article examines 102 studies published in the Elsevier SCOPUS database until January 2024. The journals in which the studies on the related topic were mainly published were identified, and it was found that in most of the tourism journals with a high impact factor, there were no related studies. The thematic evolution of the topic was determined in the framework of the network relationship drawn for the common keywords used. It was found that the Covid-19 pandemic shaped the field of study. In addition, a link map was drawn for all relevant researchers and studies. This paper provides a research agenda for future researchers.