Cultural Consumption Research Articles

Growth kinetics and morphological characteristics of the Vero cell line and primary heart cells treated with the plant hormones Auxin, Kinetin, and Gibberellin

Plants produce various hormones that regulate their growth and development. In recent years, much attention has been paid to the effects of these hormones on animal cells. The present work aims to study the influence of three phytohormones: auxin, kinetin and gibberellin on the Vero cell line and primary cardiac cells. These two types of cells are used in the field of virology. The parameters studied are the viability, growth and morphology of the cells. The pH variation and glucose consumption in cell cultures. The results showed that gibberellin stimulates the growth and viability of Vero cells, while kinetin improves the growth of cardiac cells. Auxin also enhances the proliferation of both cell types; but its effect is less significant than that of other phytohormones. The increase in cell growth in the presence of phytohormones was indirectly confirmed by the consumption of glucose and the reduction of pH of the cell culture. This proliferative effect of plant hormones on Vero and Heart cells can be exploited in the field of vaccine production.

Green consumption in the context of quality-quantity balance

The issue of green consumption is traditionally viewed from the perspective of harm to the environment, while the reasons for its occurrence are, among other things, socio-economic in nature. The research described in the article is aimed at identifying the dependence of consumer satisfaction with the quality of consumed goods on the number of offers of these goods. The study was conducted as part of Monitoring the state and development of competitive markets in the Novosibirsk region, Russian Federation. The results showed a close relationship between the observed facts: the greatest satisfaction with the quality of goods is observed precisely in those markets where consumers noted a large number of organizations and goods offered. The growing trend of over-consumption forces us to look for ways to limit it. Since developing countries have a culture of prestige consumption, measures of conscious restriction of consumption, which work well in developed countries, are not suitable in this case.

Иконология иллюстраций к книгам Г.В. Голохвастова: Авинов и Добужинский)

Russian New York poet Georgy Golokhvastov was one of the key figures in Russian artistic America, specifically of its part focused on the achievements of esoterically colored symbolism. The artistic design of his books was an integral part of the concept of adapting world culture for prestigious consumption. The study for the first time reconstructs the iconological program of illustrations for the poem The ruin of Atlantis (1938), made by Andrey Avinoff, and for the poetic arrangement of The Tale of Igor’s Campaign (1950), belonging to Mstislav Dobuzhinsky (Dobujinsky). The author analyzes in detail the place of these illustrations in the work of artists of the émigré period. The paper proves that Golokhvastov waged an artistic polemic with radical futurism, understanding its technocratic projects as a continuation of symbolist lifebuilding, which deserves a response using esoteric concepts, and that the translation of The Tale of Igor’s Campaign confirmed the symbolist program of the author-demiurge. The research provides an analysis of Avinoff’s artistic legacy, including his promotion of the aesthetics of Russian icons in the United States and his reinterpretation of the heritage of Western symbolism in terms of the twin myth and vertical montage of timeplans. The author argues that both Dobuzhinsky and Avinoff approved of Golokhvastov’s ambition to find a new synthesis of epic and lyric, and consciously placed the culture of opera and ballet scenery at the service of these ambitions.

Role of halal industry in the development of green economy

The scientific article is devoted to the interaction of two important areas of socially responsible business - the halal industry and the green economy. The purpose of the work is to identify the role of the influence of the growth of the halal industry in the world on the environmental sustainability of the development of any state. The research methodology includes statistical data analysis, as well as induction and synthesis. In the course of the study, the structure of the market for halal products and services in the world and Russia was determined, and key problems were identified, the solution of which will increase the market capacity in the near future. The catalysts for these changes can be an increase in the number of Muslims, an increase in the religiosity of the population and an increase in people's awareness of halal products and services. The results of the article provide an opportunity for entrepreneurs, researchers and all persons interested in developing a green economy and promoting the halal industry in the global market to identify the effect of such integration. At the same time, it has been proven that the halal market can become a catalyst for the development of a green economy if they interpenetrate, since it helps reduce harmful emissions into the air, water bodies and land, create a culture of consumption and save the benefits people use. Key words: halal market, green economy, Islamic law, Islamic economics

Determinants of family cultural consumption: Evidence for Brazilian metropolitan regions from a bivariate probit analysis

Resumo O presente artigo visa avaliar os fatores que estão associados ao consumo de bens e serviços culturais diretos fora do domicílio, considerando tal consumo como interligado ao consumo de outros bens e serviços culturais. A metodologia empregada engloba a aplicação de um modelo probit bivariado. Para tanto, são utilizados os dados da Pesquisa de Orçamentos Familiares (POF) de 2017-2018. No geral, os resultados obtidos para o modelo indicam que o consumo de bens e serviços culturais diretos fora do domicílio e o consumo de outros bens e serviços culturais são positivamente correlacionados, destacando a questão da desigualdade no consumo cultural devido a certas barreiras sociais (educação, renda, acesso a crédito, entre outros).

Stavovi studenata u Republici Srpskoj prema trep muzici - od dominantnih narativa ka aktuelnim muzičkim preferencijama

Abstract: Historically speaking, different musical genres have periodically been a reason and a tool in the labelling of certain social groups, and recently, similar cautionary narratives have been found in trap music as well. They range from concern for young people's tastes, values and understanding to a moral panic that requires the regulation of public policies and the response of political actors. This observation of musical preferences is the result of a long-term understanding of cultural consumption through Pierre Bourdieu's theory of homology, where tastes appear as indicators of the status in society, that is, they indicate social hierarchies in which those who consume elite culture are at the top, while mass culture is reserved for the lower classes of society. As an alternative, Richard Peterson's theory of cultural omnivores and univores stands out in social sciences, indicating the necessity of a wider contextual positioning of cultural consumption and its perception in relation to other factors, thus showing that musical preferences can no longer be used as unmistakable indicators of social power relations, but that the cultural capital of those who are positioned higher on the social scale is reflected in the recognition and consumption of a wide range of genres and different cultural products. This understanding is complemented by the results of our exploratory research, which provide an overview of social and cultural factors that shape musical affinities and create certain perceptual frameworks regarding the trap genre. Research examines cultural and identity aspects of musical preferences among the student population in the Republic of Srpska, focusing on the phenomenon of trap music. The sample consists of 284 respondents (78.52% female students and 21.48% male students of the University of Banja Luka and the University of East Sarajevo). Through quantitative methodology, which included an online survey of the convenience sample, the goal was to uncover how dominant social narratives about trap music are reflected or challenged within the student community. Although the research has shortcomings (in terms of the non-representative sample and the necessity of using a local method), preliminary findings indicate that music preferences depend on a wider socio-cultural context, that the student population cannot be viewed homogeneously and that listening to trap music is part of a life stage (early youth). In addition, it is important to conclude that the audience of this genre separates reality from artistic expression, but also recognizes the dominant capitalist dimension of the music industry.

Негативность и современная социальная философия: к проблеме коммодификации критики

The article concerns the problem of contemporary social and philosophical studies’ critical mapping in the framework of late capitalism cultural consumption. The author shows the uniqueness of actual social philosophy’s role. Its specific presupposes not only appeal to researchers but directly to the reading public, whose evaluation became an important factor supporting existing social order and constituting its trends. Reflexive nature of modernity, from the one hand, needs ongoing conceptual reframing, and, from the other hand, makes the society able – at least rhetorically – to change in the result of rational discussion on alternatives, possibilities, and problems. The article defines three historical stages in existence of social philosophy as philosophy for the society, specifically highlighting the complex nature of contemporary social thought. The latter, keeping in pace with its critical pathos, exists as a cultural consumable good of late capitalism; merges the negativity in relation to contemporaneity with the task of positive appeal to the society. In the conclusion the author dwells on some successful examples of this kind of merging in the works of modern theorists.

The United States and Cultural Globalization: Power Dynamics in Global Media Flows

This paper explores the contemporary dynamics of global media flows. It emphasizes the power struggles between American film and TV’s global dominance and competing industries using Bollywood as case study. An examination of Bollywood’s rich cultural narratives and strategic engagement with international audiences is presented as a significant force in the global film industry, challenging the traditional dominance of American media. Empirical analysis of viewership trends and market data reveals that while American media continues to exert substantial influence globally, Bollywood’s rise reflects a shift towards a more diversified cultural landscape. The findings highlight the complexities of cultural globalization, illustrating how diverse media products can coexist and thrive in the international arena. Ultimately, this research underscores the importance of recognizing the contributions of non-Western media industries in shaping global cultural consumption patterns and calls for further evaluations of the prevailing narratives surrounding cultural hegemony.

ETNOGRAFI VIRTUAL PERILAKU IMPULSIVE BUYING DI MEDIA SOSIAL (STUDI PADA AKUN AUTOBASE @DISCOUNTFESS)

The purpose of this study is to describe how the pattern of impulsive buying behavior found in the X Autobase @discountfess account. Social media, one of which functions as a promotional media, can then form a consumptive culture in its users. The impulsive buying stage can occur in a person because of the offers that continue to hit them. The behavior pattern was analyzed using virtual ethnography with the Analysis of Cyber Media (AMS) method as a guide. The results show that interaction and support from online communities, especially through comments and interactions between users, can increase subjective norms related to consumptive patterns. The bigger and more attractive the discount offered, the more interaction occurs and vice versa.

Consumption Culture in the Metaverse Economy as New Communication Technologies (ChatGPT Analysing)

The intense technological revolution in the field of communication and information technologies has naturally affected economic and social life. As the economy evolves towards Industry 4.0 and the metaverse universe, digital transformation has started to reshape production and consumption relations. Thanks to advanced technology and mass media, the world has shrunk, communication has intensified and access to information is realised with a single click. At the last point, the Metaverse appears as a digital virtual universe. The Metaverse world, which provides a parallel but virtual reality for human beings, can be considered as a twin world where we live with our avatars. However, the virtual twin world changes the known consumption, production and financing patterns of the economic system and creates a commodity universe economy, or in other words, the Metaverse economy. In this context, the aim of this systematic review is to understand the consumption of individuals in the new economic life that comes with the changing world order. Many global, popular and world giant brands include the Metaverse in their production methods. When the Metaverse fully enters our lives, a new economic life will be formed in our daily work, working life and social life thanks to the Metaverse tools we will use. Keeping up with advanced communication and information technologies will harmonise both the production and consumption structure of society with technological change. In this context, the aim of this study is to draw attention to the culture of consumption in the Metaverse economy as new communication technologies. For this reason, the Metaverse economy and ChatGPT analysis method were chosen in the context of the originality of the subject. The research questions of the study are, will the Metaverse economy as a new communication technology increase the consumption culture? Will people shop with their avatars in virtual stores? The originality of the study stems from the fact that there is no study on this subject and ChatGPT analysis method has not been used. Its contribution to the literature will be in this context. A literature review was also conducted. ChatGPT analysis method was applied in the study. With the ChatGPT analysis method, Internet 1.0 consumption culture, social media consumption culture and metaverse period consumption culture change processes were compared.

İspanyol kültür ve eğlence endüstrisine COVID-19 etkisi: Dijital ekonomide kamu ve özel yönetimin değerlendirilmesi

This research evaluates the impact of the COVID-19 lockdown on the Spanish cultural and entertainment industry in a context of digital economy, with the facilitation of cultural consumption and social wellbeing during the confinements. Thus, after discussing some issues related to digital economy and wellbeing economics, there is an empirical analysis based on data collected by means of a questionnaire. It is found that the consumption of culture has increased during the quarantine mainly as a means of entertainment for dealing with boredom, anxiety and stress. Audiovisual products were consumed by almost all individuals, especially in the form of movies and series. Regarding music, we find that singers or groups that performed live concerts and interacted with their fans via social networks were better positioned. Reading was also a relevant activity during the quarantine, with people preferring the paper format rather than the digital one. It is noteworthy that the most consumed cultural products from Spanish productions. In this way, the COVID-19 crisis did not necessarily generate a crisis for the cultural industry and, in fact, provided relevant opportunities for the growth and consolidation of this sector to the extent that the actors rapidly adapted to the digital transformation. Also, this digitalization of cultural organizations it helps to keep the social wellbeing with entertainment against the lonely and stressful situations.

Commodifying Green living: Discourses of class and sustainability in housing estates

With the call to care for the environment becoming more urgent, the notion of what it means to be Green, in light of consumption culture, is explored. In conceptualizing Greenness as a continuous variable rather than an absolute quality, this linguistic landscape study examines the role that language plays in communicating Greenness across place-making discourses of luxury and mass/everyday housing. Despite the criticisms leveled at consumption culture for co-opting the Green movement, the study shows there are no easy assumptions to be made due to the multiple facets of Greenness as it interacts in complex ways with class-oriented discourse.

Disenchantment and Remolding: the Influence of Luxury Live Streaming on Consumer Brand Goodwill

As the COVID-19 epidemic is over, the global luxury market is gradually recovering. The arrival of the Internet era has provided people with a new consumption mode, and the rise of various online shopping platforms has injected new vitality into this market. Brand is the core of luxury consumption culture. Luxury brands have been tasked with constructing international brands by constructing brand awareness and boosting brand goodwill, due to the intensifying rivalry in the market. In 2020, China's live-streaming e-commerce companies have officially started the journey of luxury brands. An urgent issue in the luxury sector is to find a way to direct shoppers to build brand recognition and strengthen brand identity. Luxury goods have always been a high-end route, and whether live streaming e-commerce can improve the brand tonality and consumers' love for the brand is also an important topic continuously discussed in recent years. Through empirical analysis in this paper, it is concluded that live streaming e-commerce plays a positive role in promoting the goodwill of luxury brands.

Retracted: Study on the Relationship between Conspicuous Need and Group Cultural Identity of Fashion Cultural Consumption

Retracted: Study on the Relationship between Conspicuous Need and Group Cultural Identity of Fashion Cultural Consumption

Distinction and cultural omnivorism: cultural consumption habits among Argentines

O artigo visa analisar os hábitos de consumo de produtos culturais entre argentinos de Buenos Aires, entre 2014-2016, a partir dos referenciais conceituais de distinção cultural (BOURDIEU, 1998b) e omnivorismo cultural (PETERSON, 1972). Para tanto, o artigo localiza a discussão de consumo dentro da Sociologia do Consumo (Bourdieu, Bauman e Alonso) que propõe uma ampliação do conceito para além da tradição econômica neoclássica. A partir do referencial teórico são apresentados dados do consumo de três produtos culturais: consumo de leitura de livros e revistas, frequência a eventos culturais e assistir TV. O artigo conclui que, embora não seja possível uma análise mais profunda e consistente dos conceitos apresentados, os dados, variáveis e categorias apresentadas permitem supor que as distinções e omnivorismo cultural possam se verificar e que o tratamento e análise de dados sociográficos mostram-se tarefas complexas a exigir amplo e diverso aporte conceitual e metodológico.

Sosialisasi Sistem Jaminan Produk Halal di SMKN 5 Jember

Indonesia is a country with the largest Muslim population in the world. This affects the culture and patterns of public consumption of halal and thayyib products. The obligation to consume halal food and thayyib in the sharia review of Muslims is written in the Al Quran and Hadith. Demand for halal products and public awareness of purchasing halal products has increased. This is supported by the Regulation of the Minister of Religion of the Republic of Indonesia No. 26 of 2019 in article 27 which states that products that enter, circulate and trade in the territory of Indonesia must be halal certified. List of products that must be halal certified, in the form of products (food, beverages, medicines, cosmetics, chemical-biological-genetically engineered products, and used goods) and services (slaughter, processing, storage, packaging, distribution, sales and presentation). SMKN 5 Jember is one of the vocational high schools in Jember which has produced processed food products such as bread. In an effort to improve product quality and quality, it is necessary to carry out a halal certification process for bread products from the Halal Product Assurance Organizing Agency (BPJPH). This is a strong reason for academics to evaluate the socialization and mentoring activities carried out for students of SMKN 5 Jember so that they can register bakery products so that they have a halal certificate. The socialization method is carried out using 2 ways, namely lectures and question and answer. The evaluation activity was carried out by giving pre-tests (tests before material explanation) and post-tests (tests after material explanations) to students to measure the effect of socialization on students knowledge of SMKN 5 Jember regarding halal products. Based on the test results it was concluded that the socialization activities carried out were able to increase the knowledge of SMKN 5 Jember students regarding the criteria for halal products. In addition, it is hoped that the existence of halal certification for bakery products at SMKN 5 Jember will become an embryo for the formation of halal food in the school area.

Вживання алкоголю в суспільстві Гетьманщини ХVІІІ ст. як маркер якості життя

The purpose of the article is to study the culture of alcohol consumption in the Hetmanate of the 18th century as a marker of quality of life. The author analyzed the diaries of Cossack elders and the epistolary heritage of this period, singled out references to the use of alcoholic beverages, circumstances, cases of abuse. The research methodology is determined by the purpose and features of the main sources and, in addition to the application of general scientific methods (analysis, synthesis), involves the use of a microhistorical approach, elements of prosopography and social history. Since it is primarily about the analysis of diaries, the theoretical work of the French researcher Philippe Lejeune was applied, who examined the development of diaries from the "accounting of the past" to emotional notes. The scientific novelty of the research lies in the fact that alcohol consumption is not considered as a bad habit or a certain branch of the economy, but as a component of a person's leisure behavior, the realization of undesirable needs, which also determined the quality of life. It was concluded that from the point of view of traditional markers of quality, Ukrainian early modern society was quite homogeneous (life expectancy, mortality, diseases). Even the diet of the common people and the elite was often similar. But the consumption of alcoholic beverages was just one of those markers that at the everyday level testified to a higher or lower level of well-being. But their consumer culture was significantly different. Precisely from the point of view of alcohol consumption - frequency, volume, and its assortment, one can observe the difference in everyday life and its quality. Belonging to a higher social status and financial resources provided access to higher quality alcohol and higher quality of its consumption. At the same time, the Cossack elder of the Hetmanate had access to alcohol produced in different countries and corresponding to the lifestyle of the European nobility of that time. In this way, the "precious" people of old Ukraine were similar to the European establishment.

Why Art Journalism Is Important in Connecting Traditional Art and Entertainment with The Media

Due to an increase in pop culture consumption and social media use, traditional art forms such as classical music, pottery, and painting are not covered enough in modern journalism. Today traditional art forms, such as classical music, sculpture, and painting, are still seen in a very linear way, even though there are opportunities for this medium to be represented in media. Art journalism would not only help music to be utilized in various ways but also enhance society by exposing more people to art. Art journalists act as an amplifier for many artists by giving them a platform to promote their work and also allowing them to draw connections with each other. Additionally, art journalism promotes cultural appreciation because it often covers cultural events, music, and artwork with artistic aspects. Furthermore, providing these artists with an outlet to popularize their work allows people to discover certain cultures that they might not have otherwise. In all, given that classical forms of art are declining in popularity and the younger generation is becoming increasingly less exposed to traditional art, art journalism can be an effective way to maintain traditions and ensure that art forms such as classical music do not die out completely. The purpose of this research is to study how a decline in art journalism and journalism overall will impact our society and today’s youth, as well as study the statistical trends of artistic journalism. The research design will consist of quantitative research on the exact statistics of arts journalism and qualitative research concerning the effects of these factors and will be used to present the argument that art journalism is necessary for our society. The findings from quotes, graphs, and charts will be analyzed to do so, and summarized in the conclusion.

MARKETING MEASURES TO RESTORE WINEMAKING IN UKRAINE

The paper examines problematic aspects of the strategic development of winemaking in Ukraine in the context of implementing the experience of leading companies in the world regarding the use of brands as indicators of the value of intangible assets. A comparative analysis of well-known value ratings of wine brands in the world and in Ukraine was conducted. The inefficiency of the national innovation policy and policy in the field of branding is substantiated. It is difficult to imagine the modern market without a complex of marketing communications, sales promotion systems, product advertising and other related services. But each industry needs specific marketing approaches for product promotion, which take into account the legislative and regional features of its implementation. The main aspects of this process were considered on the example of the promotion of wine production, which was grown in the Odesa region, and its implementation has certain limitations. The role of branded capital in the post-war recovery of Ukraine's economy is analyzed. The proposed measures are aimed at increasing the brand capital of such a brand as Shabo, for its successful management. Among the considered measures: the development of wine or wine tourism, which should positively affect the development of winemaking, the culture of wine consumption, and the economic development of not only the region, but also the country as a whole. Without state support at the legislative level, a breakthrough in the economic growth of winemaking should not be expected. The work considers the most relevant legislative initiatives that would contribute to this process.

ATROF-MUHITNI MUHOFAZA QILISH SOHASIDA YECHIMI KUTILAYOTGAN CHORA-TADBIRLAR

"This article discusses future measures and developments for environmental solutions. This emphasizes the need for active approaches and cooperation to solve current environmental problems. The article covers the main areas of attention, such as sustainable development, transition to renewable energy sources, preservation of biodiversity, waste management, international agreements, and conferences on environmental protection. It also discusses the role of technology, education, and policy reforms in shaping solutions to environmental challenges. It is known that at present, in order to create comfortable living conditions for the population of our country, it is important to implement programmatic tasks to improve drinking water supply and wastewater systems in terms of environmental protection, rational use of natural resources, and public health. In this, drinking water and its supply and quality improvement in rural areas; protection of atmospheric air, which is considered the most important for human life; ensuring that its quality indicators are in accordance with ecological norms; land resources are material for the well-being of the population of our country; and the economic potential of our republic. It is one of our most important tasks to organize rational and productive use of water under any conditions, to use water resources rationally and economically, to increase the culture of water consumption in our society, and to form relationships of economic attitude towards water. "