Hybrid Form Research Articles

Preface

We are very pleased to introduce the proceedings of 2023 International Conference on Mechanical, Aerospace and Electronic Systems (MAES 2023). The conference was held from November 24 to 26, 2023, which is co-sponsored by University of Johannesburg, South Africa and University of South Africa, South Africa. MAES provided opportunities for discussions about methods, technologies, systems, and best practices in the different areas of mechanical, aerospace and electronic systems from different places around the world. This conference provides opportunities for the delegates to exchange new ideas and application experiences in hybrid format, to establish business cases or research relations and to find global partners for future collaboration. The proceedings of MAES 2023 cover a range of topics, including, but not limited to applied mechanics, automation, CAD/CAM/CAE, computational fluid dynamics (CFD), aerodynamic’s fundamental concepts, aerodynamics, aerospace robotics and mechatronics, aerospace systems and technology, advances in aeronautics and astronautics, aerospace defense systems, aerospace materials, aerospace propulsion systems, etc. On behalf of the Organizing Committee, a special thanks goes to the keynote speakers that shared their research ideas with us. Thanks are also extended to the authors of the papers selected for presentation and publication. Thanks are as well extended to the paper reviewers and the members of the organizing committee for their contribution and commitment to putting together a conference program that hopefully participants have found beneficial to advance their professional endeavor. List of Conference Committee is available in this pdf.

Preface

The International Conference on Power Electronics and Energy System (ICPEES 2024) has been held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia during March 1-3, 2024 in hybrid format, including both on-site and cloud meeting. This conference aimed to provide an attractive platform for academics, scientists, researchers, experts, and students to express and discuss their interests in power electronics and energy system. The participants were from almost every part of the world, with various background, including China, Malaysia, Morocco, Indonesia, India, Turkey, Brunei, South Sudan and more. There were two renowned speakers who illustrated their latest research, to include Prof. Ismail Musirin from Universiti Teknologi MARA and Prof. M A Hannan from Sunway University. The conference also had 2 technical sessions. ICPEES 2024 became an effective communication platform for all the participants who took the opportunity to share their research results and discuss potential scientific and engineering developments from their work. This contributed to the success of the conference. The conference proceedings are a compilation of the accepted papers and represent an interesting outcome of the conference. All papers in the proceedings have passed the vigorous review process involving reviewers by the technical program committee. The variety of research topics presented in the conference and novelty exhibited in the papers published in the proceedings demonstrated the impact of ICPEES 2024. We would like to acknowledge all of those who supported ICPEES 2024. Each individual and institutional help were very important for the success of this conference. Especially we would like to thank the committee chairs, committee members and reviewers, for their tremendous contribution in conference organization and peer review of the papers. We sincerely hope that ICPEES 2024 was a forum for excellent discussions that put forward new ideas, promote collaborative research, and support researchers as they take their work forward. We are sure that the proceedings will serve as an important research source of references and knowledge, which will lead to not only scientific and engineering progress but also other new products and processes. List of Committees are available in this pdf.

The Preface: IICESSD 2023

On behalf of the conference committee, I would like to extend my warmest welcome to all of the attendees to our 3rd International Interdisciplinary Conference on Environmental Sciences and Sustainable Development (IICESSD 2023) which was held on 25-26 September 2023 at Best Western Plus Coco Hotel, Palu, Indonesia in a hybrid format. The conference theme is “Towards networking for the environment and sustainable development issues in the digital era“. The objective of the conference is to share knowledge and research network between institutions nationally and internationally. The participants attend from Australia and Asia as the representatives of the lecturers, students, and researchers. The keynote speakers were Prof. Dr. Ir. Amar, M.T (Rector of Tadulako University), Prof. Tim Robert (Newcastle University), Prof Sukree Langputeh (Fatoni University Thailand), Prof. Roseline A Saufi (University Malaysia Kelantan), Dr. Albertus Denny Handoko (STAR A Singapore), and Dr John Holdsworth (Newcastle University) who sharing their valuable insight of promoting networking on environmental and sustainable development concerns. Our technical program was rich and varied with 6 keynote speakers and around 70 technical papers split between 4 parallel oral sessions each day: (1) Agriculture and forestry for the environment and sustainable development; (2) Health for the environment and sustainable development; (3) Engineering science for environment and sustainable development; and (4) Green economy, entrepreneurship and good governance for sustainable development. The conference of IICESSD 2023 was organized and sponsored by the Postgraduate Universitas Tadulako, Palu Indonesia as well as the local organizing committee members who have all worked extremely hard on the details of important aspects of the conference programs and social activities. Special thanks go to the IOP Publishing EES that agreed with the works of this proceeding conference in an open-access volume of IOP Conference Series: Earth and Environmental Science. Prof. Daud K. Walanda, IICESSD 2023 Chair List of Organizing and Scientific Committee, Secretariat committee, Accomodation/venue committee, Publication committee, Programme committee, Technical committee, List of Editors, List of Reviewers are available in this Pdf.

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Abstract On behalf of the organising committee, it is a privilege and a pleasure to extend a warm and heartfelt welcome to the 13th Annual International Conference (AIC) 2023 of Universitas Syiah Kuala. I want to express my appreciation to all the participants, our esteemed keynote speakers, and our distinguished invited speakers for joining us, whether in person or virtually. The past three years have presented unique challenges, with the COVID-19 pandemic reshaping our workspaces and forcing us to adapt. Last year, we had to transition our conference to a hybrid format. Today, we are returning to a hybrid conference format as conditions continue to normalize. The resilience and adaptability of the scientific community have been remarkable. In the spirit of “normalcy, resurgence, and prosperity,” the theme of this year’s conference, “Science and Technology on Coffee and Other Local Commodities for Enhancing Human Prosperity,” aims to bring together researchers, scientists, and students from around the world to share their valuable work, ideas, and knowledge. Our AIC participants represent various countries, including Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, Brunei Darussalam, Bangladesh, Australia, Japan, Spain, Hungary, USA, and Germany, comprising students, lecturers, and researchers. Out of the numerous accomplished works we received, we have selected 137 articles that meet the highest standards of quality. Our eminent panel carefully evaluated these papers and chose them based on their insightful perspectives, solid empirical foundation, and dedication to enhancing our comprehension of agriculture, natural science and the environment in the face of global changes. This study provides comprehensive and concise summaries of these extensively researched publications, outlining their techniques, conclusions, and consequences. It demonstrates the continued dedication of our participants to advancing new and emerging research. The innovative research presented in this study is expected to stimulate an ongoing discussion on sustainable agriculture and technological advancement. Furthermore, it creates opportunities for groundbreaking advancements that can effectively address the demanding requirements of our evolving environment. We express our sincere gratitude to all the scholars and participants who have made valuable contributions to the conference and this report. Your work expands the boundaries of our comprehension and accelerates the worldwide pursuit of advancement in agricultural technology, engineering, and environmental science. This report and conference exemplify our mission to present innovative ideas, tangible realities, scientific advancements, and potential frameworks for addressing the intricacies of contemporary agriculture within a dynamic context. We encourage our readers to approach these resources with a receptive attitude, and we anticipate active participation in cooperative learning, policy discussions, and the practical implementation of these groundbreaking concepts to stimulate transformation in the future. Cordially yours, Dr. Murna Muzaifa, S.TP., MP Editor in Chief AIC 2023 List of International Scientific Committees, International Editorial Board, Steering Committees, Organising Committees, Editorial Committees and Keynote Speaker abstract are available in this Pdf.

Developing a support model for hybrid work-integrated continuous professional development

In the contemporary digitalised knowledge society, work-integrated professional development is an important and continuous activity. Continuous professional development should preferably be a hybrid format, where academia collaborates with industry and the surrounding society in a multi-directed exchange of ideas. Continuous professional development is today conducted in a blend of workplace activities, and in technology enhanced online environments. A complex blend for professionals that at the same time are working full-time with their ordinary jobs. The need for a support model to navigate in these new digital learning spaces is obvious, where the support model also should include collaboration and a community of practice. A community where the members communicate regularly to improve their skills and knowledge in their common professional domain. The aim of this paper is to describe and analyse the development of a support model that involves these aspects. Findings confirm the necessity of the four steps in the earlier model, at the same time as they indicate the need for a fifth step facilitating the creation of Communities and Landscapes of Practice. The use of the model may support higher education institutions in creating beneficial conditions for hybrid work-integrated continuous professional development for industry.

Modernist Antagonisms and Material Reciprocities: Chase-Riboud’s Albino

This paper considers the material exchange initiated in the early sculptural practice of Barbara Chase-Riboud when she began to incorporate fiber into her bronze sculptures by looking closely at her 1972 work, The Albino. I suggest that Chase-Riboud staked a claim for sculpture as a symbolic site at which material knowledge might be transferred across time and space. The work’s negotiations open western sculptural practice to a hybridized form located within transhistorical associations that rework the alleged specificities of both craft and bronze into sites for the exchange of ideas and practices.

F2F, zoom, or asynchronous learning? Higher education students’ preferences and perceived benefits and pitfalls

ABSTRACT Higher education institutions are trying to optimise course designs. During COVID-19, distance education became the primary teaching format worldwide, and current studies suggest that the online experience may have changed students’ learning format preferences, which prior to the pandemic leaned toward face-to-face (F2F) learning. This study aimed to (1) examine students’ stated and revealed (i.e. actual attendance) learning format preferences when provided F2F, synchronous online, and asynchronous online attendance options and (2) examine students’ perceived benefits and pitfalls of the three learning formats before and after their learning experience. Overall, 158 undergraduate students attended hybrid physics courses, allowing them to attend F2F, synchronously online via Zoom, or asynchronously online via lesson recordings. After the first lesson, students answered closed and open-ended questions about their stated learning format preferences. At the end of the course, students filled in their revealed learning format and answered open-ended questions regarding their motives. In addition, semi-structured interviews were conducted. Most students initially preferred to learn F2F, but many shifted to a hybrid format, combining F2F and online learning. Thematic analysis revealed themes concerning the benefits and pitfalls of each learning format, and interviews uncovered students’ behaviour.

A Novel Ex Vivo Tumor Spheroid-Tissue Model for Investigating Microvascular Remodeling and Lymphatic Blood Vessel Plasticity.

Biomimetic tumor microenvironment models bridge the gap between in vitro and in vivo systems and serve as a useful way to address the modeling challenge of how to recreate the cell and system complexity associated with real tissues. Our laboratory has developed an ex vivo rat mesentery culturemodel, which allows for simultaneous investigation of blood and lymphatic microvascular network remodeling in an intact tissue environment. Given that angiogenesis and lymphangiogenesis are key contributors to the progression of cancer, the objective of this study was to combine tissue and tumor spheroid culture methods to establish a novel ex vivo tumor spheroid-tissue model by verifying its use for evaluating the effects of cancer cell behavior on the local microvascular environment. H1299 or A549 tumor spheroids were formed via hanging drop culture and seeded onto rat mesenteric tissues harvested from adult male Wistar rats. Tissues with transplanted spheroids were cultured in serum-free media for 3 to 5days. PECAM, NG2, CD11b, and αSMA labeling identified endothelial cells, pericytes, immune cells, and smooth muscle cells, respectively. Time-lapse imaging confirmed cancer cell type specific migration. In addition to increasing PECAM positive capillary sprouting and LYVE-1 positive endothelial cell extensions indicative of lymphangiogenesis, tumor spheroid presence induced the formation of lymphatic/blood vessel connections and the formation of hybrid, mosaic vessels that were characterized by discontinuous LYVE-1 labeling. The results support the application of a novel tumor spheroid microenvironment model for investigating cancer cell-microvascular interactions.

Enhanced Photocatalytic Activity of V2C MXene-Coupled ZnO Porous Nanosheets with Increased Surface Area and Effective Charge Transfer.

Photocatalysis performs excellently when degrading organic pollutants, but the photocatalytic degradation rate is not high for most photocatalysts due to their narrow sunlight adsorption range and high recombination rate of electron hole pairs. Herein, we use V2C-MXene with a wide sunlight adsorption range to couple ZnO porous nanosheets and form ZnO/MXene hybrids using a facile electrostatic self-assembly method. The ZnO/MXene hybrids acquired demonstrated improved photochemical efficiency in breaking down methylene blue (MB) when contrasted with porous ZnO nanosheets. The degradation rate of MB reached 99.8% under UV irradiation for 120 min after the ZnO/MXene hybrid formation, while 38.6% was attained by the ZnO porous nanosheets. Moreover, photodegradation rate constants (k) were calculated as 3.05 × 10-3 and 5.42 × 10-2 min-1 for ZnO porous nanosheets and ZnO/MXene hybrids, respectively, indicating that the photodegradation performance was enhanced by 17.8 times after the modification of V2C. This was probably because the modification of V2C can increase the specific surface area to provide more sites for MB adsorption, widen the sunlight adsorption range to produce good photothermal effect, and facilitate the transfer of photogenerated carriers in ZnO to promote the reaction of more photogenerated carriers with MB. Hence, this work offers a simple approach to creating effective photocatalysts for breaking down organic contaminants.

An exploratory study of service user and clinical outcomes in telehealth-delivered dialectical behavior therapy for adolescents skills groups.

The COVID-19 pandemic led many in-office therapeutic programs to pivot to virtual programming without empirical data supporting the acceptability and efficacy of the remote-delivered adaptations. These adaptations were essential for continuing care and addressing surging youth psychological problems at the time. To serve adolescents with comorbid psychiatric disorders and associated problems (e.g., emotion dysregulation), we adapted and implemented virtual and hybrid formats of a dialectical behavior therapy for adolescents (DBT-A; Rathus & Miller, 2015) program within a public university training clinic, such as separating the traditional multifamily group into adolescent-only and caregiver-only groups. Building on qualitative reports on virtual DBT-A, we explored preliminary service user and clinical outcomes of the virtual and hybrid DBT-A adolescent skills group component in a longitudinal retrospective cohort study for teenagers treated during the first 2 years of the pandemic (N = 21; 81% Hispanic/Latinx; 100% White). Aim 1 described service user outcomes (e.g., retention, group cohesion, client satisfaction) in the remote-delivered skills groups. Most youth completed treatment. Caregiver satisfaction was high, whereas adolescent satisfaction was mild. Aim 2 explored preliminary clinical outcomes of remote-delivered skills group adaptations. Overall anxiety, panic, and two emotion regulation facets (i.e., emotional awareness; goal pursuit when upset) significantly reduced across treatment. There were no significant reductions in depression. No suicide attempts or suicides occurred during the program. Further work is needed to clarify the efficacy of telehealth formats of DBT-A skills groups in larger, more racially diverse samples and to identify which adolescents are most appropriate for virtual and/or hybrid DBT-A. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2024 APA, all rights reserved).

The Impact of COVID-19 on the Event Industry and the Rise of Virtual and Hybrid Formats

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a profound impact on the event industry, forcing organizers to rapidly adapt to new realities and restrictions. This research paper examines how the crisis has accelerated the adoption of virtual and hybrid event formats as a means of delivering engaging experiences while prioritizing health and safety. The paper begins by analyzing the significant challenges faced by the industry, including event cancellations, postponements, and plummeting revenues. It then explores the rise of virtual events as a solution, discussing the key advantages and disadvantages of this format. Aspects covered include the ability to reach global audiences, reduced costs, and the difficulties in replicating in-person networking and engagement. The research also investigates the emergence of hybrid events, which blend virtual and in-person elements. The benefits of this approach are examined, such as expanding audience reach while still offering face-to-face interactions. Challenges around hybrid event production and technology are also considered. The paper concludes by assessing the long-term implications of the pandemic on the event industry. It argues that virtual and hybrid formats will remain an integral part of the event landscape even after the crisis subsides, as organizers and attendees have become more comfortable with these models. Recommendations are provided for event professionals to adapt their strategies and skillsets to thrive in this new era. The research draws upon industry reports, academic literature, and interviews with event professionals to provide a comprehensive overview of this rapidly evolving field. The findings offer valuable insights for event organizers, venues, and technology providers seeking to navigate the post-pandemic event ecosystem.

Influences of damping, perturbation and variable coefficient on an extended nonlinear Gardner model

Describing the nonlinear wave propagation in fluids has posed a challenging task. The nonlinear Gardner equation stands as a crucial model in fluid dynamics. An extended Gardner model incorporates variable coefficients, damping, and perturbation terms, offering a more comprehensive approach to understanding complex wave dynamics in fluids. In our study, we employ the symbolic computation tool, specifically the Darboux transformation, to derive new analytic solutions up to the Nth order for this extended Gardner equation. By assigning the spectrum parameters in these solutions into real values, we are able to obtain line-like solitons. Moreover, when N⩾2 and pairs of complex conjugate values are assigned to two of the spectrum parameters, breathers emerge. This enables a comprehensive analysis of the dynamics involving solitons, breathers, and their hybrid forms, shedding light on their interactions. Furthermore, our work introduces several noteworthy insights by investigating the influences of three key factors: the damping, perturbation, and variable coefficient. Through a few of specific examples, we can confirm the following facts: (i) The damping factor plays a crucial role in rendering solitons and breathers unstable, causing them to undergo exponential changes in both amplitudes and directions during propagation. (ii) The perturbation function creates non-zero background waves along the time axis, which interact with solitons and breathers. (iii) The variable coefficient can introduce disturbances to solitons and breathers. Our findings disclose that this equation exhibits a wealth of intricate propagation patterns. Various factors can exert varying degrees of influence on solitons and their dynamics. This observation just underscores the complexity inherent in the real world and should be useful in applications.

Electricity mix from renewable energies can avoid further fragmentation of African rivers

In Africa, mitigating climate change in a context of a growing human population and developing economies requires a bold transition to renewable energy (RE) resources. Declining costs for solar photovoltaics (by 90% between 2009 and 2023) and wind turbines (by 57% between 2010 and 2023) fuelled their construction, and hybrid forms such as floating photovoltaics (FPV) on existing hydropower reservoirs are increasingly being explored. Nevertheless, 65% of the proposed RE capacity in Africa remains hydropower, despite confirmed ecological, socioeconomic, and political ramifications on different spatiotemporal scales. The 673 proposed hydropower plants (HPPs) would increasingly affect river systems and threaten their biodiversity. While there is clear evidence that a transition to RE in Africa is technically feasible, there is a lack of spatially explicit studies on how this transition could be implemented. Hence, the aim of the present study is to explore options for an RE mix that avoids additional hydropower construction and, therefore, further river fragmentation. Attribute data of the open-accessible Renewable Power Plant Database (RePP Africa) were analysed to assess the amount of lost capacity due to operation stops. Geospatial analyses of solar irradiation and existing reservoir data were used to derive the potential for FPV. The degree of possible replacement of future hydropower was assessed under consideration of economically feasible wind and solar photovoltaic (PV) potential. To enhance electricity generation from existing HPPs, efficient and sustainable renewable power plant planning must integrate the risk of failure, as it has diminished the available capacity in the past up to 24%. Our findings further reveal that 25 African countries could replace the proposed hydropower development by FPV covering less than 25% of the surface area of their existing hydropower reservoirs. All 36 African countries could replace proposed hydroelectricity generation by fully exploiting feasible onshore wind and solar PV potential with a mean surplus of 371 TWh per year. In summary, our findings provide scientific evidence to support policy discussions on the potential electricity gains from (1) minimizing plant failure, (2) installing FPV as a co-use option, and (3) exploiting wind and solar resources. This study provides quantitative, data-based, and spatially explicit scenarios on the implementation of an RE mix that could relieve the dam building pressure on African rivers.

Contemporary Slavery and Inequality in Brazil Pureza’s Complaint and Struggle

This article briefly presents the feature film Pureza, which is based on a true story, to help analyse the contemporary forms of slavery in Brazil that reveal the permanent movements of capital expropriation, noticeable in the exploitation and oppression of a race-based labour force characterized by patriarchy, that migrates in order to survive. In this sense, we examine regional inequalities, social polarization and the particular aspects of the Brazilian social formation for the discussion of contemporary slavery, which is seen as the most visible expression of superexploitation, as well as the result of the reinvention of hybrid forms of exploitation of the labour force.

Tailoring room-temperature ferroelectric, magnetic and magnetoelectric properties in La and Se co-doped BiFeO3 embedded Ti3C2Tx MXene free-standing ceramics film

The ever-growing need for advancement in data storage technology demands materials that can be controlled by as many degrees as possible. In this regard, multiferroic materials that show response both in electric and magnetic dimensions are of great interest especially when being investigated in two-dimensional materials that have their potential applications. In this study, we have incorporated Lanthanum (La) doped Bismuth Ferrite (BLFO), and La and Selenium (Se) co-doped BFO (BLFSO) with two-dimensional layered titanium carbide (Ti3C2Tx) from the class of MXene as hybrid composites. The structural, optical and morphological investigation validated the successful etching of MXene from MAX, successful hybrid formation with conserved crystal structure and new phases of titanium dioxide (TiO2) detected when the samples underwent heat treatment. This heat treatment was performed in order to enhance the multiferroic properties owing to the presence of TiO2. Our results showed that the heated BLFSO-embedded Ti3C2Tx hybrid composite showed maximum remnant polarization and higher dielectric response when measured with respect to the varying electric field and at different frequencies. The prepared samples also exhibited tunable polarization response at an applied static magnetic field, unveiling their magnetoelectric properties.

Digital Marketing Optimization: Empowering Market Growth for MSMEs in Kahuku Village, East Likupang

Community Service is a core element of the Tridharma of Higher Education and a key responsibility of lecturers. This PKM (Community Service Program) focuses on Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in Kahuku Village, Likupang Timur District, North Minahasa Regency, North Sulawesi Province. The goal is to optimize digital marketing to expand the market reach of MSMEs by using and managing information on the Google My Business platform. The PKM activities are conducted in a hybrid format, combining online sessions via Zoom and offline sessions in Kahuku Village on October 6, 2023, from 08:00 to 12:00 WIB. The implementation team includes lecturers from STIE Indonesia Jakarta, in collaboration with the Faculty of Economics and Business at Sam Ratulangi University, Nusa Utara Tahuna State Polytechnic, New Jerusalem Theological College Manado, and Pioneer Manado STIE. The primary participants are MSME operators in Kahuku Village. After participating in the program, participants are expected to enhance their business presence by showcasing their products on Google My Business. This initiative aims to help MSMEs in Kahuku Village attract tourists through effective digital marketing strategies, increase product visibility, and positively impact local economic development.

Genetic and virulence characteristics of hybrid Shiga toxin-producing and atypical enteropathogenic Escherichia coli strains isolated in South Korea.

The predominant hybrid pathogenic E. coli, enterohemorrhagic E. coli (EHEC), combines characteristics of Shiga toxin-producing E. coli (STEC) and enteropathogenic E. coli (EPEC), contributing to global outbreaks with severe symptoms including fatal consequences. Since EHEC infection was designated as a notifiable disease in 2000 in South Korea, around 2000 cases have been reported, averaging approximately 90 cases annually. In this work, genome-based characteristic analysis and cell-based assay of hybrid STEC/aEPEC strains isolated from livestock feces, animal source foods, and water in South Korea was performed. To identify the virulence and antimicrobial resistance genes, determining the phylogenetic position of hybrid STEC/aEPEC strains isolated in South Korea, a combination of real-time PCR and whole-genome sequencing (WGS) was used. Additionally, to assess the virulence of the hybrid strains and compare them with genomic characterization, we performed a cell cytotoxicity and invasion assays. The hybrid STEC/aEPEC strains harbored stx and eae genes, encoding Shiga toxins and E. coli attachment/effacement related protein of STEC and EPEC, respectively. Furthermore, all hybrid strains harbored plasmid-carried enterohemolysin(ehxCABD), a key virulence factor in prevalent pathogenic E. coli infections, such as diarrheal disease and hemolytic-uremic syndrome (HUS). Genome-wide phylogenetic analysis revealed a close association between all hybrid strains and specific EPEC strains, suggesting the potential acquisition of Stx phages during STEC/aEPEC hybrid formation. Some hybrid strains showed cytotoxic activity against HeLa cells and invasive properties against epithelial cells. Notably, all STEC/aEPEC hybrids with sequence type (ST) 1,034 (n = 11) exhibited higher invasiveness than those with E2348/69. This highlights the importance of investigating potential correlations between STs and virulence characteristics of E. coli hybrid strains. Through genome-based characterization, we confirmed that the hybrid STEC/aEPEC strains are likely EPEC strains that have acquired STEC virulence genes via phage. Furthermore, our results emphasize the potential increased danger to humans posed by hybrid STEC/aEPEC strains isolated in South Korea, containing both stx and eaeA, compared to STEC or EPEC alone.

Building momentum through networks: Bioimaging across the Americas.

In September 2023, the two largest bioimaging networks in the Americas, Latin America Bioimaging (LABI) and BioImaging North America (BINA), came together during a 1-week meeting in Mexico. This meeting provided opportunities for participants to interact closely with decision-makers from imaging core facilities across the Americas. The meeting was held in a hybrid format and attended in-person by imaging scientists from across the Americas, including Canada, the United States, Mexico, Colombia, Peru, Argentina, Chile, Brazil and Uruguay. The aims of the meeting were to discuss progress achieved over the past year, to foster networking and collaborative efforts among members of both communities, to bring together key members of the international imaging community to promote the exchange of experience and expertise, to engage with industry partners, and to establish future directions within each individual network, as well as common goals. This meeting report summarises the discussions exchanged, the achievements shared, and the goals set during the LABIxBINA2023: Bioimaging across the Americas meeting.

Exploring Hybrid Learning Formats in a Nordic Master’s Programme in Visual Studies and Art Education

This paper reports from a project in progress that aims to develop a hybrid learning format that is sufficiently flexible to accommodate collaborative situations between students and teachers on two campuses and in collaborative situations off-campus. The project explores a current co-teaching opportunity that AAU and Aalto University are facing due to the start-up of the new Nordic joint degree master's program Visual Studies and Art Education (NM NoVA). A new physical space has been established at the AAU Copenhagen campus, that digitally facilitates a video-mediated, synchronous learning environment and a similar facilitation is accessible at Aalto University. Teachers and researchers join into a collaboration and conduct the project drawing theoretical knowledge generated in the field of synchronous learning formats and from research in the particular subject related field of digital technology and visual arts education. Furthermore, the project uses the participants’ practical experience from engaging in different synchronous learning formats shared and informed by discussions with peers. Inspired by Design-Based Research (DBR), researchers actively engage in the problem analysis, design, implementation, and analysis of the hybrid learning format. Rich descriptions of the program's evolution are obtained through participant observations, interviews, and a "photo-safari" capturing interactions among students, teachers, and technology.Analytically, the study explores the hybrid format as an enactment of space beyond geographical constraints, drawing inspiration from the concept of "apparatus" within new materialism. Three analytical themes emerge: knowledge-building practices, community-building practices, and longitudinal aspects, providing insights into how the hybrid format impacts collaboration, engagement, and the evolution of educational spaces. Preliminary findings reveal the diverse orientations and pedagogical discussions that emerge within these hybrid spaces, challenging the traditional notion of a "third space" and paving the way for new conceptualisations. The project anticipates further exploration of interdependencies within third spaces and the dynamics of student and teacher bodies within this evolving educational landscape.

The True, the Good, the Spiteful: An Auto(bio)psy of Bosnian Refugee Experience in Sweden

This article employs the Bosnian notion of “inat,” often translated as spite, to perform auto(bio)psy of my writing about refugee lives in Sweden. Methodologically speaking, I begin with an assertion that the hybrid form of auto(bio)psy, a method that entangles creative and critical reflection, helps capture what it means to live with the traumas of war, especially in the face of genocide denial and genocide triumphalism. The value of such a reflection that is neither entirely academic nor entirely artistic, neither a court testimony nor data gathered by a disinterested scholar, lies in the possibility of accessing truths that are as material and as emotional as they can be and hopefully, help us better understand uprooted families from 1990s Bosnia and beyond. Following Wendy Pearlman, I argue for the value of emotional sensibility for more profound scientific discoveries. Furthermore, I argue for the need to reconsider the form-content question in the scholarly understanding and analyses of displacement.