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The purpose of this study is to develop and validate the Resilient Mindset Scale (RMS), a brief tool designed to measure resilient mindset among Turkish individuals. Additionally, the study aims to explore the relationship between resilient mindset and mental well-being among adolescents and young adults, providing further evidence in this domain....

Dear Colleagues, Feed constitutes about 70% input to the commercial poultry production, with energy contributing to 2/3 of the feed cost. Dietary energy is the first item to consider while formulating poultry feeds, as it is required for maintenance, physiological functions, metabolism and growth. Energy systems used in poultry nutrition are still...

Complex engineering structures are subject to various sources of uncertainty, including geometric and material variations, and randomness in external loads/excitations. In addition, the coupling of nonlinearity and randomness in high-dimensional or large-degree-of-freedom stochastic systems leads to a formidable challenge. To ensure the safety and...

Architecture and the urban are connected to challenges around violence, security, race and ideology, spectacle and data. The first volume of this Handbook extensively explored these oppressive roles. The second volume illustrates that escaping the corporatized and bureaucratized orders of power, techno-managerial and consumer-oriented capitalist ec...

Dear Colleagues, In this Special Issue, we embark on a comprehensive exploration of the dynamic field of landslide research. Landslides, natural geohazards with profound implications for both human settlements and the environment, continue to demand our attention in an ever-changing world. Our understanding of these complex phenomena has evolved c...

In the realm of healthcare, the unceasing proliferation of novel technologies has undeniably engendered a transformative revolution. These emerging technologies have catalyzed a paradigmatic shift from reactive curative measures to proactive preventive interventions. Formerly consigned to a passive role in the receipt of medical care, patients have...

Smart Waste Management (SWM) discusses the waste management process for different types of waste while introducing an intelligent approach to controlling the amount of waste. This paper introduces SWM4.0, which applies Industry4.0 (I4.0) technologies in various related events. First, the paper presents a systematic literature review on the role of...

Efficient energy demand forecasting is pivotal for addressing energy challenges in remote areas of Bangladesh, where reliable access to energy resources remains a concern. This study proposes an innovative approach that combines linear regression analysis (LRA) and inverse matrix calculation (IMC) to forecast energy demand accurately in these under...

Despite the crucial role of creativity in the dynamic and intricate practice of Information Systems Development (ISD), our understanding of its emergence in ISD teams is limited. Prior research has focused on isolated interventions into the people, structure, task, and technology components of ISD practices. However, the syner-gistic interactions b...

The fanbase of the Overwatch series and its esports competition, Overwatch League, has witnessed numerous enthusiasts, who are dedicated to fan localization of diversified social media releases from English sources into the Chinese context. The implementation of such fan activities has significantly enhanced the dissemination of information across...

Tail biting presents a significant challenge in conventional pig farming, impacting animal welfare and farmers' economic viability. This paper introduces a novel approach for image-based tail posture monitoring, a potential early indicator of tail biting outbreaks. Our two-step tail posture detection approach, consisting of an initial pig detection...

Hybrid nanoparticles have emerged as promising tools in cancer diagnosis and treatment, offering the potential for early detection and precise eradication of malignant cells by integrating diverse materials. However, navigating the intricacies, limitations, and hurdles within this domain underscores the importance of thoughtful decision-making. Thi...

Abstract. As scholarly communication becomes more multimodal in nature, research articles embrace semiotic resources in appended genres such as the graphical abstract (GA). As an established genre in Chemistry research articles, GAs visually remediate chemical processes or research niche. However, this genre still remains in a peripheral area of En...

The pursuit of medical education has always been a noble path, attracting individuals driven by a passion to heal, serve, and make a meaningful impact on society. However, in recent years, there has been a concerning decline in classroom attendance among undergraduate medical students. The significance of in-person learning cannot be understated, a...

As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to evolve, its impact on academic environments, especially in postgraduate research supervision, becomes increasingly significant. This study explored the impact of ChatGPT, an advanced AI conversational model, on five dimensions of research supervision: functional, enculturation, critical thinking, emancip...

The emergence of the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) paradigm, whilst posing challenges, also presents significant opportunities to bolster research capabilities and pioneer breakthrough innovations that can stimulate economic growth across various sectors. However, the realisation of these benefits relies heavily on the ability of countries and...

To create business value from data, firms need a data literate workforce capable of reading, working, analyzing, and arguing with data. Prior studies on data literacy have mostly focused on educational settings and identified data-related skills. However, the suggested generic skill catalogs do not account for the highly situated nature of data pra...

Maxillofacial bone defects caused by congenital malformations, trauma, tumors, and inflammation can severely affect functions and aesthetics of maxillofacial region. Despite certain successful clinical applications of biomaterial scaffolds, ideal bone regeneration remains a challenge in maxillofacial region due to its irregular shape, complex struc...

Idle rural residential land (IRRL) serves as a crucial resource for rural land utilization. Evaluating its potential for revitalization forms the foundational research in rural land consolidation. In the context of rural revitalization, quantitatively determining the potential to revitalize IRRL is a fundamental scientific investigation, requiring...

Promoting sustainability development in education is a global endeavor, aiming to foster the sharing of experiences and knowledge on sustainability development. To achieve that, educational institutions worldwide have increasingly embraced educational technology and integrated online learning components into their instructional methods. This resear...

Urban resilience and how to assess it have become main policy objectives in the face of accelerated climate and other global environmental change. We develop a conceptual framework and an assessment tool to analyse how green infrastructure policies contribute to urban resilience and discuss barriers and opportunities for implementation. The concept...

The question of whether environmental regulation fosters technological innovation and green development, as a nuanced extension of the Porter hypothesis, constitutes a focal point in contemporary research. Despite this attention, the literature often omits a multifaceted evaluation framework for green development and fails to consider multiaspectua...

The International Future Engineering Conference (IFEC) is a prestigious event that unites global leaders in various engineering fields. It serves as a platform for the exchange of knowledge, collaboration, and innovation, focusing on future trends and advanced technologies. Covering a wide array of engineering disciplines and topics, including AI,...

In reviewing and discussing the role of education and learning in skill formation over the life course, a lifelong learning perspective is adopted. We provide a critique of the Human Capital Theory (HCT) by focusing on the decontextualization of skills and the neglect of the role of structures. The New Political Economy of Skills (NPES) approach is...

Introduction Today, cities stand out as complex centers that influence the way people live. Rapidly growing population and economic activities have brought new and major challenges to the logistics systems of cities. This book presents an in-depth review of urban logistics systems. By reviewing the effects of urbanization on logistics systems, it h...

Conversational AI offers novel opportunities for companies to automate customer interactions. However, many companies grapple with effectively implementing conversational AI. Utilizing an engaged, consortium-based research approach, we examine the unique challenges faced by six companies in the insurance and banking sector while implementing conver...

Worldwide groundwater reserves are increasingly exploited to support escalating water demands resulting from population and economic growth. Groundwater over-extraction causes not only aquifer depletion and pollution but also aquifer-system compaction, leading to land subsidence. This issue is of particular importance in densely populated and econo...

Merely using new collaboration technologies does not necessarily result in the desired benefits, which is why it is important to understand what constitutes effective use behavior. In information systems research, the affordance network approach has been developed as a methodological approach to investigate effective use behavior. The approach has...

Technology-integrated pedagogy creates an engaged learning environment that supports conceptual, relational, and procedural understanding. This study explores the roles of the GeoGebra Application (GA) in teaching trigonometry. The data were collected after and before the seven-day online training programs on using GA in teaching trigonometry throu...

The recently published verse-inscription by Hyssaldomos of Mylasa commemorates a moment of divine salvation: an unnamed divine anax ('lord') and Artemis Kindyas help Pytheas escape from Kindye and settle in Knidos. In this paper, I explore how Hyssaldomos draws on the epic and tragic past to legitimise the power of this anax. I first introduce the...

Diverse, engaging, and real-life exposures may improve teaching learning experiences for the topic of OTD. OTD is a complex process and the decision to donate or to receive an organ or tissue is influenced by various social, cultural, religious factors and correct knowledge among the potential donors or the family members of the deceased/dying pati...

The International Conference on Fluid Flow and Thermal Science (ICFFTS’23) and the International Conference on Advances in Energy Research and Applications (ICAERA’23) aim to become the leading annual conferences in each of the specialized fields. The goal of ICFFTS'23and ICAERA'23 is to gather scholars from all over the world to present advances i...

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An estimated 33 million children globally are displaced due to war-induced conflict. In Ukraine alone, over five million children have been displaced following Russia's invasion, with their education and mental health severely impacted. Help from the Information Systems (IS) discipline is urgently needed, requiring us to go beyond prior works that...

On an international scale, the policing and security developments in Northern Ireland continue to attract the interest of researchers and policy-makers since the country’s historic peace settlement in 1998 (Topping, 2015). Despite a relative peace, the country’s stark ethno-national divisions, political instability and paramilitary groups pose sign...

Asynchronous online discussion activity has become a popular form of online collaborative learning (OCL) and has been widely adopted in higher education. In the discussion, learners are expected to effectively co-construct knowledge together through engaging in problem solving discourse. Such an ability to construct and confirm understanding while...

As the field of human-agent interaction (HAI) matures, it becomes essential to acknowledge and address the differing multidisciplinary approaches that support it to favor a common interdisciplinary understanding, thus adopting a broader methodological and epis-temological perspective. The field of HAI recognizes that agents are not merely isolated...

This paper explores the potential of AI-generated artwork to facilitate creative expression for individuals with intellectual disabilities. We present an inclusive approach called "Artistic Fusion", which combines original museum artwork with drawings contributed by participants with intellectual disabilities, leveraging the Midjour-ney platform. B...

There is broad agreement on the positive impact of social interaction on students’ learning. However, it has not been analysed whether the role they play in the learning environment is related in some way to the interaction among them. In this study, the relationship between the role played by an actor in a learning environment and the frequency an...

Study region: Qatar, Western Asia Study focus: Groundwater is Qatar's main conventional freshwater resource, its cornerstone for agricultural development, and its potential strategic water reserve. We review key literature on Qatar's groundwater resources published over the past four decades (1982-2022) in order to report the current knowledge of t...

Given the relevance of learning enjoyment, its decrease in secondary school is concerning. Following the stage-environment fit theory, we investigated whether personalized learning in general and its two key features, choice and voice in particular, influence learning enjoyment and its development. We analyzed longitudinal data from 1241 students s...

The European Cooperation in Science and Technology (COST) is an intergovernmental organization dedicated to funding and coordinating scientific and technological research in Europe, fostering collaboration among researchers and institutions across countries. Recently, COST Action funded the "Genome Editing to treat Human Diseases" (GenE-HumDi) netw...

In this study, we utilized the choice experiment (CE) method to evaluate the effectiveness of different solid waste management (SWM) programs in promoting adaptive capacity toward carbon reduction. We investigated three hypothetical scenarios for SWM programs, including the waste warriors program, carbon credits for waste reduction, and the carbon-...

On the basis of the analysis of more than a hundred projects that have beencompleted over the past four decades, the process of the transformation of thearchitecture of orphanages in the context of the deinstitutionalisation strategywas analysed. The analysis was based on a specially developed method ofcomparing environmental and peculiarities of f...

Current approaches to manufacturing must evolve to respond to increasing demands for short product life cycles and customised products. Adaptive manufacturing systems integrate advanced technologies, automation, and data-driven methodologies to develop adaptable, efficient, and responsive production processes. Central to this concept is the emphasi...

This paper seeks to examine scientific literacy in the Philippines. This paper further explores the current state of scientific literacy in the Philippines by conducting a commentary literature review of existing literature from both local and international sources. It aims to develop a better understanding of how individuals inside the country vie...

The purpose of this paper is to present an argument for why there is a need to re-envision the underlying culture of undergraduate biology education to ensure the success, retention, and matriculation of Black students. The basis of this argument is the continued noted challenges with retaining Black students in the biological sciences coupled with...

The 15-day seminar hosted by AIBO in Beijing, China, served as an enriching academic experience, encompassing an opening ceremony, lectures, site inspections, and a closing ceremony. This event brought together a diverse group of professionals and scholars to explore various facets of international business, fostering cross-cultural understanding a...

This article retraces the conflicts that emerged during the Parliamentary Inquiry Committee (PIC) of Feira da Madrugada to discuss the expansion of the entrepreneurial management of popular trade areas, as well as changes in workers' experiences. Considering the PIC event as an arena in which the management of this commercial area was viewed as a "...

This article holds the opinion that some meta-picto-poetry of landscape, composed by American poet Gary Snyder, takes Chinese landscape painting as its subject matter with the characteristics of ancient Chinese poetry, shimmering with incomparable artistic charm and cultural substance. Poetry of this kind is a perfect combination of eastern and wes...

In the ever-evolving battle against antimicrobial resistance (AMR), our understanding of the genomic landscape of bacteria and their mechanisms of evolution has become pivotal. In bacteria, resistance to antibiotics is determined by genetic factors such as chromosomes, plasmids or other movable genetic elements. Although antimicrobial resistance ge...

Openness and collaboration can foster breakthroughs in science and science-based innovation. As such, they can help address declining scientific productivity and tackle grand challenges of our time. While the Open Science movement has helped make scientific knowledge widely available, the concept of Open Innovation in Science (OIS) more broadly enc...

Global challenges such as climate change, limited resources, and an ever-growing world population demonstrate a perceptible impact on the lives of people around the globe. To tackle the arising issues and to enable peace and prosperity in the future, the United Nations (UN) have defined 17 interlinked sustainable development goals. A major facilita...

Virtual Reality (VR) demonstrated efficacy for reducing stress for Palliative Care (PC) persons and distract from pain. However, VR in clinical settings may do more to foster the holistic approach of PC, creating an enriching experience adjunct to focusing on clinical outcomes or as a distraction from suffering. To understand design trends, gaps an...

Mobile app development courses are popular among university students. However, learning design in app development education is primarily instructor-centered, and little effort has been made to understand students' beliefs and opinions of the subjects. Meanwhile, the ongoing changes in the higher education landscape in Japan also demand investigatio...

Understanding and promoting agency are crucial to addressing urgent social problems of our time. Through agency, we can take transformative steps toward the future that ought to be. This book shows how contemporary conceptualizations from cultural-historical activity theory can inform research and practice that fosters positive change. At the core...

In summary, to foster social entrepreneurship in Europe, a favourable political and institutional environment must be created by promoting dedicated financial instruments, tax incentives, simplified regulations and the rise of training and research. This is the only way to foster the birth and development of social enterprises that can help meet Eu...

Over the past few years, there has been an increasing focus on innovative approaches to language instruction in English as a Foreign Language (EFL) contexts. Task-supported language Instruction (TSLI) has emerged as one such approach. While previous research has demonstrated the effectiveness of TSLI in improving language proficiency, its broader i...

This pioneering research represents a unique and singular study conducted within the United States, with a specific focus on non-technical graduate students pursuing degrees in business analytics. The primary impetus behind this study stems from the escalating demand for data-driven professionals, the diverse academic backgrounds of students, the i...

This article delves into the intricate relationship between corporate media and the ruling regime, examining how media ownership by powerful corporations can significantly impact public opinion in favour of the governing authorities in India. The article explores the ways in which corporate interests align with political agendas, leading to biased...

Students' motivation is a complex and multifaceted issue widely studied in education. While some forms of motivation can lead to positive outcomes for students, negative consequences can also arise from practices that most teachers are unaware they may be practising in their classes. The author metaphorically names these practices as "the dark side...

The present study examines the influence of individual competencies on knowledge integration in inter- and transdisciplinary work. Perspective taking, reflexivity, analogical reasoning, and tolerance of ambiguity and uncertainty were investigated as core competencies for fostering knowledge integration. Additional hypotheses assumed that the positi...

The Information Technology (IT) industry stands at the forefront of innovation, continually shaping the global landscape. The rapid evolution of technology has revolutionized the way businesses operate, communicate, and deliver services. From enhancing efficiency to fostering interconnectedness, the IT sector is a driving force behind the contempor...

On March 28, 2022, I sent the following questions to the Los Angeles based contemporary artist Gary Baseman. At the time I was writing an essay for Dr. Katja Müller-Helle’s master’s course Digitale Bildkulturen (Digital Image Cultures) at the Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, focusing on Gary Baseman’s Instagram usage specifically pertaining to his s...

In "Reclaiming Education," we embark on a critical analysis of the evolving landscape of Western academic institutions, particularly focusing on the shift away from classical liberal arts education towards newer fields such as gender studies. This paper critically examines the implications of this shift, arguing for the reintegration of traditional...

This paper presents an in-depth analysis of Prof. Zafarul Islam Islahi's work, "Quran and Service to Mankind," exploring the Quranic perspectives on social service and its implications for humanity. Prof. Islahi, a distinguished scholar and professor at Aligarh Muslim University, delves into the Quran's teachings regarding social service, emphasizi...

The question concerning the philosophy of technology, education and environment is an existential global and national problem in the 21st century. The interconnection between these concepts and the meaning of being is very deep. The research intends to address the following problems in this paper: First, how does technology foster or block the tran...

Computer programming captivates the attention of both professionals and young learners due to its multidisciplinary applications and high paid jobs. However, mastering computer programming requires critical thinking and consistent practice under the guidance of expert teachers. Consistently assessing the programming laboratories and giving detailed...

Online second language instruction has boomed in recent years, aided by technological affordances and the forced changes in instructional modality resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic. This transformation has underscored the critical role of interaction in online pedagogy. Research suggests that increasing opportunities for interaction between stud...

To address plastic waste accumulation comprehensively, a combination of these policy tools within a coherent and adaptable policy framework may be the most effective approach. Successful implementation will depend on political will, stakeholder collaboration, robust enforcement, and ongoing evaluation to ensure the chosen policies achieve their int...

Unit-III Syllabus: Understanding Harmony in the Family and Society This unit delves into the intricate dynamics of human relationships within the context of both the family unit and the broader societal framework. Emphasizing the family as the fundamental building block of human interaction, the syllabus explores the various elements contributing...

Corporate governance is a cornerstone of responsible business management, which ensures ethical conduct, transparency, and accountability within organizations. In the digital age, the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) has revolutionized corporate governance practices. AI has empowered corporate boards and executives by enhancing decision-...

This paper explores possibilities for cross-fertilization between the mission-oriented approach (MOA), informing the European Union (EU) Missions , and Cohesion Policy (CP). It argues for mutual policy learning between CP and MOA to address their shortcomings: CP faces a gradual erosion of its identity, while MOA lacks a territorial perspective. MO...

Abstract: Morphology, the intricate study of word structure and its constituent elements, has undergone a remarkable transformation throughout its historical trajectory. Early morphologists embarked on a journey to reconstruct the linguistic ancestry of languages, meticulously comparing and contrasting related tongues to uncover patterns and illumi...

The evolving cybersecurity landscape with the incorporation of artificial intelligence (AI) and emerging technologies has been discussed in this paper. The recommended strategies, investing in skill development, fostering innovation and collaboration, and upholding ethical AI practices serve as a guiding framework for organizations navigating the i...

This abstract discusses the unique challenges faced by individuals with disabilities while menstruating and highlights empowerment strategies to address these challenges. It also examines the concept of menstrual leave in India and its pros and cons, as well as the disability rights landscape in the country. The abstract emphasizes the importance o...

There are three categories of national development in the world. These are developed nations, developing nations and underdeveloped nations. The major divide between these nations is technology. Nigeria is one of the underdeveloped nations. This is largely due to lack of conscious awareness and will to approach developmental problems from technolog...

India boasts diverse cultures, traditions, and unique art forms, including the remarkable folk art known as Gond art in Madhya Pradesh. To revive this traditional art through modern technologies, the research focuses on leveraging UX/UI principles to create a digital platform. This platform aims to support the Gond art community and artists by prov...

This paper examines the Chinese government's response to four epidemic crises, including COVID-19, and analyzes the similarities and differences in these responses. It argues that while the Chinese government learned from previous epidemics and improved its handling of subsequent outbreaks, a significant variation occurred during the COVID-19 pande...

This discussion paper aims to shed light on the benefits and value of photography from a student perspective. The starting point and central element of this paper are reflections from selected stu-dents representing the field of environmental sciences. Students contribute as co-authors of this paper. The student co-authors were asked by the lead au...

The smart cities paradigm has gained significant attention as a tool to address the multi-faceted challenges posed by contemporary urban mobility systems. While cities are eager to integrate cutting-edge technologies to evolve into digital and intelligent hubs, they often deal with infrastructure and governance bottlenecks that prevent the rapid ad...

Although the positive relationship between income and well-being is well established, the psychological mechanisms underlying this process are less understood. One underexplored explanation is that objective wealth (or lack thereof) fosters relative comparisons, which, in turn, predicts well-being. Extant work has, however, mostly focused on object...

This paper will pinpoint pivotal practices fostered and delivered by the aforementioned practitioners, in English language teaching contexts, as they emerged during this whole new teaching process. It will explore the effectiveness of these practices with testimonies, examples and scientific references. These practices refer to: online presence, co...

Purpose: As a multi-disciplined combat sport, relationships between external and internal training loads and intensities of mixed martial arts (MMA) have not been described. The aim of this study was to determine the external loads and intensities of MMA training categories and their relationship to internal loads and intensities. Methods: 20 MMA a...

Integration of video games in classroom instruction poses challenges for teachers, including the need for technical and financial resources, support from parents and administrators, concerns about toxic gaming culture, and uncertainty in teaching and evaluating using video games. These barriers hinder teachers’ progress, diminish their motivation,...

The dynamic landscape of the technology industry often sparks debate regarding the ideal attributes of a product manager. The present thesis aims to examine the contentious issue of Product Managers lacking coding expertise, frequently termed “0CodePM,” and its implications for the tech sector. Through a comprehensive review of industry practices a...

This paper aims to describe the service design of a collaborative entrepreneurship in a university environment that seeks to improve the local food in line with sustainability concepts. Design Science Research was adopted as a research method and generated an artifact, a collaborative business service of sustainable gastronomic products. This metho...

This paper discusses the conditions and some possible ways in which co-design can be regarded as a public service offered by public administrations to city dwellers and organizations to foster social innovation in city making projects. It starts by discussing the theoretical and operational entanglement of public services, co-design and place makin...

The Rede Refugia is a collaborative service that proposes facilitating the reception, protection and integration of refugees, asylum seekers and stateless persons (hereafter only called refugees). The service is based on mutuality and collaboration among refugees, humanitarian organisations, private entities and other stakeholders operating in the...

Introduction: Sharing and re-using health-related data beyond the scope of its initial collection is essential for accelerating research, developing robust and trustworthy machine learning algorithms methods that can be translated into clinical settings. The sharing of synthetic data, artificially generated to resemble real patient data, is increas...

This scoping review synthesises the current research into robotics technologies for promoting social-emotional learning in children with autism spectrum disorder. It examines the types of robotics technologies employed, their applications, and the gaps in the existing literature. Our scoping review adhered to the Preferred Reporting Items for Syste...

This paper focuses on the crucial role of documentary films as significant cultural carriers and communication media in disseminating the voice of China to the world and shaping a positive media image of Tibet. It investigates how documentaries can actively engage in constructing a Tibet that the world can identify with, examining the three dimensi...