Paradigm Change Research Articles

Assessing Spatial Distribution of Health Infrastructure in India

In India, access to public health care is being criticised in terms of inequities in availability, utilisation and affordability. The role of private facilities is gradually becoming important in the discussions as it is expected to act as a substitute for the public health care systems. With this paradigm change, recent health insurance policies are also designed to cover expenses incurred either in public or private facilities. Therefore, the interplay of public and private establishments has a significant role to play, which positively influences the total allocation of resources. In this scenario, the most important is to examine the spatial distribution of two types of health providers to understand the prospective access of health establishments, whether they coexist, and whether private establishments are adequate to support the needs of the people. The study confirms the coexistence of health establishments, which means health establishments are not distributed evenly and form clusters. The correlation between public and private establishments is strong in urban areas, but it is inconsistent for rural areas. Moreover, findings suggest that existing insurance policies are only boosting demand for health care but are unable to minimise out-of-pocket expenses as health establishments are confined to certain areas. Therefore, universal health care has remained elusive unless the supply-side venture is achieved.

Analysing lexical semantic changes in chinese educational texts by integrating machine learning methods

Analyzing Lexical Semantic Changes (LSC) in Educational Texts (ET) refers to examining how the meanings of words, terms, or phrases used in ET have evolved. It involves learning shifts in the semantic content, connotations, and language associations within educational resources such as textbooks, research articles, and instructional content. The analysis can reveal how educational models, pedagogical methods, and terminology have transformed in response to technological innovations, societal changes, and pedagogical developments. This analysis provides visions into the dynamic nature of educational discourse, helping researchers, educators, and policymakers understand how language has adapted to reflect changes in educational paradigms and the broader educational context. This research investigates the semantic analysis and classification performance within ET, employing the innovative Decision Tree + Feed Forward Neural Networks (DT + FFNNs) framework. This research shows the dynamic semantic relationships inherent in educational terminology by diverse semantic similarity measures and contextualized embeddings. It looks at how educational language changes to reflect changes in society, technology, and pedagogy. The study uses a DT + FFNN framework for semantic analysis and classification. The study uses several embeddings and semantic similarity metrics, and Spearman’s Correlation Coefficient (SCC) is employed to evaluate their effectiveness. This study highlights the DT + FFNN framework’s capacity to capture complex semantics in an educational setting and offers insights into the adaptive nature of educational discourse. SCC serves as a guiding metric, offering insights into the efficiency of several embeddings and measures. The findings show the pivotal role of fine-tuning in significantly enhancing the accuracy of DT + FFNNs across measures, revealing its remarkable potential in capturing semantics within an educational context.

Exploring the Complexity of Adaptive Teaching Expertise within Knowledge Generation Environments

The shift towards Next Generation Science Standards represents a paradigmatic change in teaching, transitioning from knowledge transmission to knowledge generation approaches. This reform underscores the complexity of teaching expertise, extending beyond mere knowledge to require a profound comprehension of generative learning environments. In this study, we explore Adaptive Teaching Expertise (AdTex), defining it as a teacher’s capacity characterized by fluidity and reflexiveness in teaching dynamics, rather than just flexibility. Through a complexity framing approach, we delineate three layers of AdTex: the visible actions of teachers, the semi-visible use of epistemic tools such as language, dialogue, and argument, and the tacit orientations towards learning that encompass epistemological, ontological, and axiological dimensions. Our research primarily investigates the intricate relationship between the epistemic tool and orientation layers. Our findings highlight the significance of an interconnected understanding and the impact of philosophical orientations on adaptive teaching practices. A notable contribution of this study is the development of a framework that articulates the belief and knowledge systems crucial for fostering generative learning environments, alongside the introduction of complexity maps to illustrate the interplay among these subsystems.

In Situ Performance Monitoring of Electrochemical Oxygen and Hydrogen Peroxide Sensors in an Additively Manufactured Modular Microreactor.

Miniaturized and microstructured reactors in process engineering are essential for a more decentralized, flexible, sustainable, and resilient chemical production. Modern, additive manufacturing methods for metals enable complex reactor-geometries, increased functionality, and faster design iterations, a clear advantage over classical subtractive machining and polymer-based approaches. Integrated microsensors allow online, in situ process monitoring to optimize processes like the direct synthesis of hydrogen peroxide. We developed a modular tube-in-tube membrane reactor fabricated from stainless steel via 3D printing by laser powder bed fusion of metals (PBF-LB/M). The reactor concept enables the spatially separated dosage and resaturation of two gaseous reactants across a membrane into a liquid process medium. Uniquely, we integrated platinum-based electrochemical sensors for the online detection of analytes to reveal the dynamics inside the reactor. An advanced chronoamperometric protocol combined the simultaneous concentration measurement of hydrogen peroxide and oxygen with monitoring of the sensor performance and self-calibration in long-term use. We demonstrated the highly linear and sensitive monitoring of hydrogen peroxide and dissolved oxygen entering the liquid phase through the membrane. Our measurements delivered important real-time insights into the dynamics of the concentrations in the reactor, highlighting the power of electrochemical sensors applied in process engineering. We demonstrated the stable continuous measurement over 1 week and estimated the sensor lifetime for months in the acidic process medium. Our approach combines electrochemical sensors for process monitoring with advanced, additively manufactured stainless steel membrane microreactors, supporting the power of sensor-equipped microreactors as contributors to the paradigm change in process engineering and toward a greener chemistry.

CARING NATURE (ClimAte neutRal INitiatives for GrowiNg heAlTh and care Unmet REquirements) - Waste Management in Health Care

Background: Each OR has the potential to produce up to 2300 kg of waste/year. A recent study from UK, USA and Canada documented that ORs were found to be up to 6 times more energy-consuming than other hospital departments, but in addition, ORs generate several types of waste and by-products, each requiring a different disposal.
 Aims: This project aims to provide a paradigmatic change in the life-cycle of waste produced in the OR.
 Methods: 1) We will provide an accurate measure of the total amount of waste produced in the OR, by monitoring activities in the OR for a 2-weeks period. 2) We will produce operational guidelines, based on 3 levels of interventions: A) Reuse; B) Rethink (raise awareness and promote education on health-care waste); and C) Reduce. 3) We will produce an organization model based on a new tool to discard products and implement their recycling. 4) We will provide the blueprint of reusable products, by scrutinizing the market of surgical devices and testing/comparing potential devices to those routinary employed. 5) Finally, we will divulgate a training package for all healthcare workers working in the OR focused on the management of hospital waste.
 Results: This project is part of the CARING NATURE initiative, submitted and funded in the HORIZON-HLTH-2023-CARE-04 call. The 36-months project will start on January 2024.
 Conclusions: This EU-funded project will add knowledge, implement management with new tools, address unmet needs, promote re-use, limit overuse, and disseminate guidelines to radically change OR management.
 
 
 Funding: This work has been supported by the CARING NATURE project that has received funding from the European Union’s Horizon Europe research and innovation programme under the Grant Agreement No. 101101322.

Gender Equality in E-commerce Business

In the ever-evolving landscape of e-business, gender equality stands as a pivotal determinant of sustainable economic growth and social progress. This study delves into the multifaceted realm of gender equality within the sphere of electronic business, exploring its significance, challenges, and potential solutions. As women constitute a significant portion of the global workforce, their equitable participation in e-business not only fosters diversity but also harnesses untapped talent and creativity. The study also covers best practises and ideas that companies and legislators may implement to advance gender equality in e-business. The efficacy of programmes including skill development efforts, mentorship programmes, and encouraging work conditions in empowering women in the digital economy is investigated. Furthermore, policy interventions concerning education, financing accessibility, and legislative changes are examined as crucial elements of an all-encompassing strategy for achieving gender equality in e-business. The paper draws attention to the ongoing obstacles that women in e-business confront, which range from severely embedded cultural prejudices to restricted access to opportunities and resources. The paper illuminates the obstacles impeding women's active participation in e-commerce, entrepreneurship, and leadership positions through a review of relevant research and case studies. It also highlights the financial benefits of promoting gender equality in e-business by examining the favourable relationships between gender diversity and improved organisational performance, creativity, and decision-making processes. The paper concludes by arguing for a paradigm change in the e-business sector, where gender equality is now seen as an economic need rather than just a social objective. In the digital age, organisations may drive innovation, economic success, and social change by using the full potential of their workforce via the demolition of barriers, acceptance of diversity, and cultivation of inclusive cultures.

Editorial: How to achieve a planetary health diet through system and paradigm change?

Editorial: How to achieve a planetary health diet through system and paradigm change?

Sustainable Symbiosis: Genius LOCI as a Catalyst for Eco-Friendly Architectural Solutions

This research, titled "Sustainable Symbiosis: Genius Loci as a Catalyst for Eco-friendly Architectural Solutions," endeavours to explore the intricate intersection between sustainability and the genius loci concept within the global architectural landscape. The methodology comprises a meticulous review of existing literature, an analysis of diverse case studies to form a comprehensive understanding of how architects integrate eco-friendly principles with the unique spirit of a place. Through this multi-faceted approach, the study aims to identify patterns, challenges, and successes, offering a nuanced perspective on the harmonious coexistence of sustainability and cultural context in architectural practices. In drawing insights from a range of global case studies, the research seeks to discern universal principles and contextual nuances that characterize successful eco-friendly architectural solutions. The methodology encompasses a comprehensive exploration, commencing with an extensive literature review that survey existing works on sustainability in architecture, the genius loci concept, and noteworthy case studies showcasing successful amalgamations of eco-friendly principles with the spirit of a place. This research is significant in its potential to inform transformative change in architectural paradigms globally. By unravelling the complexities of sustainability and cultural sensitivity, it aims to contribute to a paradigm shift in architectural practices. The ultimate goal is to provide architects, urban planners, and policymakers with insights that foster a global movement towards designs that not only minimize environmental impact but also embody and enhance the distinctive spirit of diverse locales. Through this, the research aims to catalyse a sustainable symbiosis, where architectural solutions not only respond to environmental imperatives but also resonate deeply with the unique identity of the places they inhabit. KEYWORDS: Sustainable symbioses, Genius loci, Cultural sensitivity

Automatic identification of incidents involving potential serious injuries and fatalities (PSIF)

Safety incidents have always been a crucial risk in work spaces, especially industrial sites. In the last few decades, significant efforts have been dedicated to incident control measures to reduce the rate of safety incidents. Despite all these efforts, the rate of decline in serious injuries and fatalities (SIFs) has been considerably lower than the rate of decline for non-critical incidents. This observation has led to a change of risk reduction paradigm for safety incidents. Under the new paradigm, more focus has been allocated to reducing the rate of critical/SIF incidents, as opposed to reducing the count of all incidents. One of the challenges in reducing the number of SIF incidents is the proper identification of the risk prior to materialization. One of the reasons for risk identification being a challenge is that companies usually only focus on incidents where SIF did occur reactively, and incidents that did not cause SIF but had the potential to do so go unnoticed. Identifying these potentially significant incidents, referred to as potential serious injuries and fatalities (PSIF), would enable companies to work on identifying critical risk and taking steps to prevent them preemptively. However, flagging PSIF incidents requires all incident reports to be analyzed individually by experts and hence significant investment, which is often not affordable, especially for small and medium sized companies. This study is aimed at addressing this problem through machine learning powered automation. We propose a novel approach based on binary classification for the identification of such incidents involving PSIF (potential serious injuries and fatalities). This is the first work towards automatic risk identification from incident reports. Our approach combines a pre-trained transformer model with XGBoost. We utilize advanced natural language processing techniques to encode an incident record comprising heterogeneous fields into a vector representation fed to XGBoost for classification. Moreover, given the scarcity of manually labeled incident records available for training, we leverage weak labeling to augment the label coverage of the training data. We utilize the F2 metric for hyperparameter tuning using Tree-structured Parzen Estimator to prioritize the detection of PSIF records over the avoidance of non-PSIF records being mis-classified as PSIF. The proposed methods outperform several baselines from other studies on a significantly large test dataset.

Culture and Morality in the Nineteenth Century: The Origins of Modern European Tolerance

This publication aims to analyze the economic, social, and cultural phenomena that first appeared in the "era of revolutions" that occurred in the nineteenth to early twentieth centuries. The modern European trend toward tolerance, which is the basis of current social and cultural changes, including in our country, has specific intellectual grounds. The subject of the study was the ideosphere of the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, including philosophical, economic, and psychological concepts that gave rise to modern trends in these areas. The result of this study was the determination of the reasons that caused the change of the ideological paradigm in Europe. The novelty of the research lies in the fact that, for the first time, the intellectual foundations of the formation of tolerance as an actual socio-cultural phenomenon are analyzed. This article consistently proves that among the first such grounds, it is possible to determine the emergence of machine production and, as a result, the appearance of a mass person with a culture corresponding to them, performing a compensatory and entertaining function. The most important cultural foundation is mainly the intellectual "background" created by the teachings of Friedrich Nietzsche, Karl Marx, and Sigmund Freud. The ideas of Anglo-American pragmatism played a significant role in forming a new morality, which included the denial of religion and its values, giving it a utilitarian character. During the subsequent historical period and at present, these views have become the basis for the creation of the so-called "individual faith," in which religion ceases to be the guide of human life but only serves the needs of the individual. The desacralization of religion leads to the study of different aspects of sexuality, which opens up the possibility for modern thinking about gender. The concept of "natural law" should also be attributed to the intellectual factors of the formation of modern European tolerance.

Proses Collaborative Governance dalam program Puspaga Balai RW di Kota Surabaya

Puspaga, an abbreviation for Family Planning and Family Welfare Service Center, is a counseling service program that involves various community groups. This program integrates the concept of collaborative governance at the RW hall level, involving residents, community leaders, local government and related institutions. This collaboration aims to increase the effectiveness and sustainability of the Puspaga program amidst the changing paradigm of active community participation in development. RW Hall, as a center for social and cultural activities, is key in creating an environment that supports and understands community needs. Collaboration between RW halls, local government and other institutions is expected to create a holistic and sustainable service model.

Analisis Kebijakan Kepala Sekolah pada Pelaksanaan Kurikulum Merdeka di MTs Aisyiyah Binjai

This research aims to analyze the policies implemented by the Principal at Madrasah Tsanawiyah (MTs) Aisyiyah Binjai regarding the independent curriculum. The Merdeka Curriculum is an innovation that demands a change in paradigm in the implementation of education in Indonesia. The research method used is a qualitative approach with a case study type. Data collected through interviews and observations. The results of this research found that the principal's policies included: implementing the P5P2RA project, the principal providing independent curriculum planning training to educators through IKM training/workshops, the principal making a peer tutoring policy and the principal also holding educational unit reflections periodically. This research is expected to provide in-depth insight into the policies implemented by the principal of MTs Aisyiyah Binjai. It is hoped that this research can become a reference for schools, teachers and policy makers in increasing the effectiveness of implementing the Independent Curriculum.

Socialization of the Sustainable Construction Management Budget through Community Service in the Mekarsari Boarding House Construction Project

Sustainable construction management has become an important issue in this modern era due to limited natural resources, climate change and environmental problems. One construction sector that has great potential for implementing sustainable development principles is boarding houses. The demand for affordable and comfortable boarding houses continues to increase along with population growth and urbanization. However, unsustainable boarding house construction can have a negative impact on the environment and public health. Socialization of the sustainable construction management budget for the Mekarsari boarding house construction project through community service aims to introduce sustainable practices to relevant stakeholders. In the implementation method, identifying weaknesses, training, community formation, evaluation, and knowledge dissemination are key steps. The results of this community service include increasing the knowledge of project partners, forming a community that cares about sustainable development, and implementing sustainable practices in boarding house construction projects. Even though there are challenges, such as paradigm changes and regulatory complexity, this community service has great potential to become an inspiring example in the construction industry. The importance of continuing support for sustainable practices, increasing knowledge dissemination, realizing regulations, integrating technological innovation, and promoting cross-sector collaboration. By following these suggestions, this project can have a greater impact in driving positive change in the construction industry towards more sustainable development.

INTELLIGENCE AS A FACTOR FOR PREVENTING AGGRESSIVE MANIFESTATIONS OF SOCIETY OR HUMANITARIAN STEPS TO THE THIRD WORLD...

Goal. The article reveals the process of transformation of interneighborly relations in the conditions of the organization of wartime and postwar Ukrainian society, periodic changes in the scientific paradigms of their development. The role and place in these transformations of various forms of social activity, including and scientific. The influence of science on the formation of social consciousness is studied, taking into account both the action of objective and aggressive factors. The considered processes and management methods are determined by the post-Soviet traditions of volunteer lobbying of the interests of certain political groups, industries, regionalists, in a word, interested parties. The analysis of aggressive motives, which are guided by the subjects of scientific interaction, depending on the level of their mastery of the subject of research, important resources, etc., was carried out. Results. According to the results of the study of public opinion and the available publications, the vectors of the development of the intellectual potential of the modern paradigm of the development of Ukrainian science, and as a derivative of artificial intelligence (AI), the imitation of activities useful for society, the stimulation of artificial needs, which is accompanied, in wartime conditions, by the exponential growth of crisis phenomena, have been identified in a number of important for society spheres of its life activity. Proposals have been made to determine directions for improving the management of these processes. Scientific novelty. The expediency of forming an organizational model of the absurdity of the occurrence of wars in human society is substantiated. The destructive, for modern civilization, content of neglecting the development of highly moral, humanistic scientific traditions based on the principles of truth, objectivity, historicism, scientific substantiation and reorientation not only on material goods, but on the development of national memory and the cultural potential of people is revealed. The necessity of changing the paradigm of development, national and scientific traditions formed in the post-totalitarian period and reorienting them to the anticipatory development of measures to prevent aggression, using not only AI, but also productive cultural and humanitarian potential for this has been established. The practical significance of the creative idea lies in the practical possibilities of using the proposed developments and proposals in the field of public administration in the war and post-war period. Excessive accumulation of wealth, which tends to be concentrated in a narrow circle of oligarchs - subjects of economic activity, giving rise to monopolistic tendencies in the conditions of a globalized economy, directed to meeting the needs of the people, can ensure peace and stability both in societies and in the world as a whole.

마케팅 분야 ESG 연구의 동향분석 및 향후 연구방향

For academic development, it is important to systematically classify prior research and quickly grasp the research trends accordingly. This process provides insight into the importance and meaning of related topics and helps researchers materialize research problems and predict new research directions. However, amid the change in the corporate management paradigm from shareholder capitalism to stakeholder capitalism, ESG research is being actively conducted in the marketing field, but it is difficult to find a study that systematically analyzed ESG research trends in the field. Therefore, this study aims to explore the overall trends of ESG research published in domestic marketing journals through integrated analysis using systematic literature review and text mining analysis. Specifically, we would like to examine which topics ESG research is currently being conducted in the domestic marketing field and which research methodologies are mainly used. And through this, we intend to contribute to expanding the research base in this field by suggesting the shortcomings and future research directions of ESG research being conducted in the domestic marketing field.

The paradigm change in transfer pricing regulations: study of the current situation and reflections on its evolution

The paradigm change in transfer pricing regulations: study of the current situation and reflections on its evolution

Enhancing Tajwid Skills through Harakah-Based Learning Media: An Evaluation of MPQu-Berkah among Schoolchildren

The research explores the efficacy of MPQu-Berkah, a harakah-based digital media, in enhancing tajwid skills among schoolchildren (Elementary Students), specifically focusing on Makhārijul hurūf and Ṣifātul hurūf. Utilizing a Nonequivalent Pretest-posttest Control Group Design, the study compares the tajwid proficiency of students engaging with MPQu-Berkah to those following traditional learning methods. The methodology encompasses pretests and posttests, alongside an independent t-test for statistical analysis, to evaluate the impact of the learning media on Quranic reading accuracy and fluency. Findings reveal a significant improvement in the experimental group's tajwid abilities, highlighted by an 11% average competency increase, evidencing MPQu-Berkah's effectiveness. The developed media, tailored for elementary education in the digital era, features audio-visual content designed to facilitate accessible and engaging tajwid learning. Despite the positive outcomes, the study acknowledges limitations due to its experimental setting and suggests future research to investigate the wider application and sustained impact of digital learning tools in religious education. This research underlines the potential for integrating multimedia tools in educational curricula, proposing a shift towards technology-enhanced learning environments to cater to the digital-native generation's needs. The findings advocate for a paradigm change in Quranic education, indicating that technological integration can substantially improve learning outcomes, contributing to the fields of educational technology and linguistic skill teaching.

The Main Trends in the Development of the Healthcare System of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Modern Conditions

The main problem: In modern conditions, the healthcare system of Kazakhstan is going through changes aimed at providing a high level of medical care and maintaining the health of the population. In the face of modern challenges such as technological innovations, demographic changes and global pandemics, it becomes critically important to analyze and adapt to new requirements. Understanding and adapting to these trends are critical steps for the successful development of the healthcare system in the future. This article examines the main trends in the development of the healthcare system in Kazakhstan and their impact on the provision of medical services and the level of public health. The article focuses on the essence of the main problem facing the healthcare system of the Republic of Kazakhstan at the present time. The relevance of the topic is manifested in the context of a dynamically changing socio-economic environment, which puts pressure on the existing health care system. Demographic changes, the growth of chronic diseases and the need to introduce modern technologies create challenges that require a comprehensive analysis and effective strategies for the development of the system. Purpose of the article: The purpose of the article is to analyze and systematize the main trends in the development of the healthcare system in Kazakhstan, taking into account current challenges and changes in the global healthcare paradigm. The authors seek to identify key areas of development, as well as provide practical recommendations for improving the system. Methods: The study is based on a comprehensive methodological approach, including analysis of health statistics, economic analysis of expenditures and financing, as well as a review of modern scientific publications. Additionally, methods of comparative analysis with international health standards are used. Results and their significance: The article identifies not only the main problems in the healthcare system of Kazakhstan, but also provides analytical results expressed in the form of identified development trends. The work is important for developing strategies to improve the quality and accessibility of medical services in the country. The recommendations proposed by the authors can serve as a basis for making effective decisions in the field of healthcare in modern conditions.

The Role of Culture Power: Examining the Influence of Popular Culture in Shaping Global Power Dynamics

Establishing a causal link between popular culture and global power dynamics is challenging as it does not produce tangible outcomes. There is a lack of academic consensus on whether cultural power equates to soft power despite the growing influence of the media and entertainment industry. Considering popular culture a soft power in cultural diplomacy, this article examines the changing paradigms of content moderation and regional lockout in the global power dynamics through case studies of the Korean wave, American Pop culture, and Japanese Manga and Anime. It uses the Saunders Research Onion method with an interpretive approach to subjectively explore the aspects of cultural influence. Similarly, it analyses the evolution of recurring themes in the case studies. Data collection employs a longitudinal approach to study the impact of technology and changing audience preferences. The primary data sources include expert interviews, supplemented by secondary sources such as relevant literature, reports, and media contents. The findings highlight that cultural diplomacy as a softpower approach effectively contributes to the nation-branding concept that now incorporates new demands, actions, and goals.

A Study of E-Banking Services in Public Sector Banks in India

Bankers in India provide ease of service by utilizing information technology for safe and appropriate transaction services. With this paradigm change in view, this research paper embodies the analysis of three dimensions/factors of e-banking: accessibility, convenience, and security, and the impact of these factors on customer satisfaction. The study is based on the secondary and primary data collected with a structured questionnaire from 165 respondents in the vicinity of the district of Palwal, Haryana. The public sector banks and respondents were selected using the criteria of the convenience sampling method. The data was collected on 17 statements of inherent three dimensions on a 5-point Likert scale and three statements of customer satisfaction dimension. The collected data was subjected to inferential statistics and dimension reduction/factor analysis. The results indicate a positive contribution of three latent variables towards the overall satisfaction of customers of public sector banks in India.