Hybrid Concept Research Articles

Health misinformation: protocol for a hybrid concept analysis and development

Background Misinformation represents a serious and growing concern for public health and healthcare health; and has attracted much interest from researchers, media, and the public over recent years. Despite increased concern about the impacts of misinformation on health and wellbeing, however, the concept of health misinformation remains underdeveloped. In particular, there is a need to clarify how certain types of health information come to be designated as “misinformation,” what characteristics are associated with this classification, and how the concept of misinformation is applied in health contexts. Aim Developing a shared understanding of what it means for health information to be “misinformation” is an important first step to accurately identifying at-risk groups, clarifying pathways of vulnerability, and agreeing goals for intervention. It will also help to ensure that misinformation interventions are accessible, acceptable, and of benefit to the populations to which they are directed. We will therefore examine the characteristics, measurement, and applications of misinformation in health contexts. Methods We will undertake a hybrid concept analysis, following a framework from Schwartz-Barcott & Kim (2000). This framework comprises three phases: a theoretical phase, fieldwork phase, and final analysis phase. In the theoretical phase, a search of seven electronic citation databases (PsycInfo, socINDEX, JSTOR, CINAHL, Scopus, MEDLINE and PubMed Central via PubMed, and ScienceDirect) will be conducted in order to identify original research, review, and theoretical papers, published in English between 2016 and 2022, which examine “health misinformation.” Data from the literature will be synthesised using evolutionary concept analysis methods from Rodgers (2000). In the fieldwork phase, a purposive sampling strategy will be employed to recruit stakeholders for participation in semi-structured interviews. Interviews will be analysed using thematic analysis. The final phase will integrate findings from the theoretical and fieldwork analyses.

A novel hybridization approach to improve the critical distance clustering algorithm: Balancing speed and quality

Clustering is a prominent research area, with numerous studies and the development of hundreds of algorithms over the years. However, a fundamental challenge in clustering research is the trade-off between algorithm speed and clustering quality. Existing algorithms tend to prioritize either fast execution with compromised clustering quality or slower performance with superior clustering results. In this study, we propose a novel CDC-2 algorithm, an improved version of the Critical Distance Clustering (CDC) algorithm, to address this challenge. Inspired by the concepts of hybridization in biology and the division of labor in the economic system, we present a new hybridization strategy. Our approach integrates the connectivity and coherence aspects of the K-means and CDC-2 algorithms, respectively, allowing us to combine speed and quality in a single algorithm. This approach is referred to as the CDC++ algorithm, and it is characterized as a hybrid that combines elements from two algorithms, K-means and CDC-2, in order to leverage their strengths while mitigating their weaknesses. Moreover, the structure and mechanism of the CDC++ algorithm led to the introduction of a new concept called “object autoencoder.” Unlike traditional feature reduction methods, this concept focuses on object reduction, representing a significant advancement in clustering techniques. To validate our approach, we conducted experimental studies on thirteen synthetic and five real datasets. Comparative analysis with four well-known algorithms demonstrates that our proposed development and hybridization enable efficient processing of large-scale and high-dimensional datasets without compromising clustering quality.

A framework for conceptualising hybrid system dynamics and agent-based simulation models

The growing complexity of systems and problems that stakeholders from the private and public sectors have sought advice on has led systems modellers to increasingly use multimethodology and to combine multiple OR/MS methods. This includes hybrid simulation that combines two or more of the following methods: system dynamics (SD), discrete-event simulation, and agent-based models (ABM). Although a significant number of studies describe the application of hybrid simulation across different domains, research on the theoretical and practical aspects of combining simulation modelling methods, particularly the combining of SD and ABM, is still limited. Existing frameworks for combining simulation methods are high-level and lack methodological clarity and practical guidance on modelling decisions and elements specific to hybrid simulation that modellers need to consider. This paper proposes a practical framework for developing a conceptual hybrid simulation model that is built on reviews and reflections of theoretical and application literature on combining methods. The framework is then used to inform and guide the process of conceptual model building for a case study in controlling the spread of COVID-19 in care homes. In addition, reflection on the use of the framework for the case study led to refining the framework itself. This case study is also used to demonstrate how the framework informs the structural design of a hybrid simulation model and relevant modelling decisions during the conceptualisation phase.

Effect of fibre hybridization and stacking sequence on the low velocity impact response of flax/basalt/aluminum composite-metal joints

A lot of composite materials with better impact resistance and better strength and stiffness can be manufactured these days. Many researchers have been using different materials to form new composites to understand their impact performance. This paper discusses such an attempt to make new composites by utilizing the concept of hybridization and then proposes which among them has better strength and performance under low-velocity impact (LVI) loading. In this work, circular patches of composites made up of a combination of basalt and flax fibers were used while being bonded with aluminum plate Al 2024-T3 of 3 mm thickness. The three different configurations which include asymmetric, symmetric, and sandwich were prepared using vacuum assisted bagging process and their impact performances were investigated using the Drop Weight Impact test. The results obtained were analyzed and they concluded that the asymmetric configuration of basalt/flax composite has better impact resistance, and strength and is better to use in structural components of automobiles, and the defense industry as compared to the other two.

Postcolonialism and Anglican Theology

As the demographics of the Anglican Communion have shifted to the Global South, it has to adopt a postcolonial and polycentric model of mutual relationships. Postcolonial theory helps us examine Anglican history and theology through the lenses of colonialism and empire. This essay offers several examples of postcolonial critique of Anglican theology and elucidates the concept of hybridity in theology. It analyzes the revisions of the Book of Common Prayer in New Zealand/Aotearoa and Brazil as attempts to contextualize liturgy and proposes visions for theology in the Anglican Communion.

Exploring Cultural Hybridity Branded by Convergence and Syncretism in the Characteristic Features of the Pentecostal Charismatic Churches in Zimbabwe: Implications for Spiritual and Material Well-Being

When applied to Pentecostalism in Zimbabwe, the concept of cultural hybridity provides a framework for understanding how global religious movements can adapt to and incorporate local cultural elements. This process results in a unique form of religious expression characterised by convergence and syncretism, reflecting cultural and religious identity’s dynamic and fluid nature. This hybridity in religious practice is a testament to the ongoing, interactive cultural exchange and adaptation process. This article delves into the intricate cultural hybridity, convergence, glocalisation and syncretic tendencies within the characteristic features of New Religious Movements (NRMs) in Harare, Zimbabwe, illuminating their multifaceted role in addressing spiritual and material needs. Through a comprehensive exploration of selected NRMs that emerged from the Catholic Church in Zimbabwe, including Prophetic Healing and Deliverance Ministries and Grace Oasis Ministries, this article unravels the central role of prophets and pastors in shaping the fundamental ethos of these religious entities. A striking and thought-provoking parallel emerges between the hallmark features of these NRMs and the tenets of African Traditional Religion and many other religious traditions. This parallel extends to practices such as exorcism, worship, healing, and deliverance, thus manifesting a profound form of religious expression informed by cultural hybridity, convergence, syncretism, and glocalisation. While there are ambiguities around scholarly debates on the definition of these terms, the article delves deep into the intricate religious elements embedded within the NRMs’ characteristic features, such as hymns, modes of worship, healing rituals, and deliverance ceremonies. These elements are tangible manifestations of their unique position at the crossroads of diverse belief systems. The cultural hybridity, convergence, syncretism, and glocalisation tendencies within NRMs offer gateways to invaluable networks, fostering social cohesion and the sharing of critical information. Consequently, these characteristics have become instrumental in the holistic development of individuals and communities within the vibrant religious landscape of Harare. Thus, this article provides profound insights into the nuanced dynamics of NRMs in Zimbabwe, shedding light on their various dimensions. It contributes substantially to our comprehension of the intricate interplay between spirituality, material prosperity, and the rich tapestry of religious traditions in Harare and the broader context of religious studies.

Evaluation of the Impact of Hybrid Working on Auditors' Self-Efficacy

This study aims to evaluate the concept of hybrid working in Public Accounting Firms (KAP) and its impact on self-efficacy after the COVID-19 pandemic who previously worked remotely. This research was conducted using a qualitative research method. The data source of this research was carried out by distributing questionnaires with 53 respondents from associate to manager level who work at Public Accounting Firm and interviews with 5 resource persons from senior associate to manager level from Big Four and Non-Big Four Firms. The results showed that in implementing the hybrid concept, Firms has disseminated the Firms' policy, provided support, provided facilities for collaboration and focus, as well as provided flexibility in determining work schedules. Self-efficacy arising from hybrid working shows experience, expertise, confidence, motivation, and auditor performance help auditors adapt to hybrid work. For this reason, this study recommends that the hybrid working model can be continued as a new working trend of auditors in KAP. This research is still limited to auditors below manager level and does not represent all KAP in Indonesia. This research provides an understanding of the concept of hybrid working which is a new work style choice in the auditor environment by looking at the auditor's personal self-efficacy.

The changing concept of doctoral education: an insight from Portuguese universities

ABSTRACT Doctoral education in Europe has changed significantly in the last two to three decades. This transformation, visible in the structuring dimensions of doctoral education, appears to indicate a move to a more instrumental approach. This paper aims to determine the prevalence of an instrumental concept of doctoral education in Portuguese universities. It draws on the findings of a 2020 study that focused on how these institutions are adhering to this concept. The study relied on the analysis of the information disclosed by the institutional websites of 118 doctoral programmes, selected to be representative of all the doctoral offer in the country. Findings suggest the existence of a hybrid concept of doctoral education among Portuguese universities, which is revealed by its association sometimes with a traditional concept, other times with an instrumental concept, or with a combination of both. Especially in these two last cases, the influence of academic capitalism and isomorphic pressures is evident.

Modified smell detection algorithm for optimal paths engineering in hybrid SDN

Optimal path engineering in hybrid software defined networking environments involves leveraging traditional networking and software defined capabilities to determine the most efficient paths for network traffic. In hybrid software defined networks, some parts of the network may be controlled by controllers, while others rely on traditional routing protocols. Leveraging the OpenFlow protocol, widely used in such deployments, to program flow entries in software defined switches is one approach to achieving optimal path engineering in hybrid software defined networks. By specifying specific rules and policies in the switches, we can control traffic forwarding behaviour and steer traffic along desired paths based on application requirements. In this work, the smell detection algorithm, a new variant of bio-inspired method, is adopted to explore its capability in routing. The new paradigm of smell detection agent, its architecture, protocols used, and the concept of hybrid defined network is also explained. A comprehensive experimental examination of within the controller, an algorithm based on smell detecting agents computes the most efficient route from where it began to the intended destination. Simulation results readily demonstrate the smell detection agent based technique's effective functioning in getting the optimum direction. In this work, bio-inspired algorithms outperformed conventional algorithms in terms of performance.

Analysis of floating photovoltaic systems on hydro reservoirs

Floating solar photovoltaic (FSPV) systems offer a more sustainable energy option than ground-mounted ones by avoiding land use and enabling decentralised power generation. This paper presents a conceptual hybrid design for an actual hydropower plant and a simulated FSPV plant, considering relevant factors. Five significant reservoir dams in India were chosen to test the proposed design, and as a novelty, the cooling effect was considered. In general, the cooling impact is dependent on the kind of supporting structure. Metrics such as generation, carbon dioxide (CO2) reductions, water savings and extra hydropower were computed in this work by considering two kinds of floating structures. The results indicate that with a total coverage of less than 20%, the hydroelectric reservoirs can double their installed power capacity. In terms of energy gain, the hydroelectric plant generated 92% more energy on average after integrating floating solar power. Furthermore, the capacity factor of the plant grew by an average of 18.43%. The total water savings in this scenario are 134.6 million m3, resulting in an additional 34.97 GWh of annual hydroelectricity generation. The cost–benefit analysis shows that the energy produced by FSPV is the most cost effective, ranging from 2.65 to 3.05 Indian rupees/kWh (US$0.03–0.04/kWh), depending on the FSPV platform.

Diasporic Narratives: Cultural Hybridity, Identity and Multiculturalism in Lahiri’s “When Mr. Pirzada Came to Dine”

Jhumpa Lahiri, a prominent Indo-American author, is acclaimed for her insightful depictions of diasporic experiences. This research delves into the complexities of identity construction in Lahiri's works, with a particular focus on her engaging short story, "When Mr. Pirzada Came to Dine." The study examines the challenges faced by individuals navigating dual cultural worlds, centering on the character of Lilia and her responses to multicultural experiences. This analysis reveals the continuous process of identity formation within a multicultural context. Grounded in Homi K. Bhabha's theoretical framework, the research explores concepts of cultural hybridity and the third space. The third space is conceptualized as a neutral cultural zone that transcends binary oppositions, allowing for the emergence of alternative identities. Cultural hybridity is examined as a method of balancing diverse practices, values, and customs associated with different cultures. Through an in-depth analysis of Lahiri's writings, the study offers crucial insights into the challenges of cultural identity construction and the difficulties encountered by individuals straddling multiple cultural realms. The exploration of cultural hybridity and the third space enriches the understanding of identity formation. The findings are expected to contribute significantly to the broader discourse on identity construction, illustrating how Lahiri’s work continues to inspire and resonate with literary enthusiasts.

Transculturalism in the Diasporic Writings of Bharati Mukherjee: A Note on The Tiger’s Daughter and Wife

This paper is an attempt to analyse the transcultural elements in the novels The Tiger’s Daughter and Wife written by Bharati Mukherjee, an Indian diasporic writer. Mukherjee’s writings reflect her own life as an immigrant, as she writes about the pain of adjusting to a completely alien land with its own culture and beliefs. Through her stories, the readers are able to catch a glimpse of the immigrant life, and their conflict between location and culture. An attempt is made to explore the concept of transculturalism in her novels by tracing the respective journeys of the protagonists, Tara and Dimple, with the help of Homi Bhabha’s concepts of mimicry, third space and hybridity.

Transforming education: Navigating the avenues of hybrid learning for engaging and customized teaching-learning experiences

In the 21st century, teaching strategies, curriculum, and ways of presenting subject matter changed dramatically from kindergarten to higher education. The unprecedented global pandemic brought the concept of hybrid learning to the fore, although it had been in existence for over a decade. Hybrid learning is an approach to teaching and learning that combines face-to-face classroom instruction with online activities. The adoption of a hybrid-learning approach at various levels has the potential to increase access and improve the quality of education. The hybrid learning paradigm is beneficial in a variety of educational contexts. It will have progressively increasing utility as one moves up the educational ladder. This method opened the gateways for innumerable opportunities to participate remotely, which is a good way to boost students' confidence to grab opportunities to develop and acquire knowledge remotely. The hybrid concept of learning is satisfyingly meeting the education system's expectations at many levels. Hybrid learning offers benefits to teachers, administrators, families, and students by creating rich, collaborative learning experiences that foster connections between people and offer more transferable learning. Students look out for options and freedom to move from in-person to remote learning, and this approach has changed the education landscape completely. This paper explores the avenues of hybrid learning to make the teaching-learning process more engaging and customized.

Transforming the Private Label Product Development through the Leagile Paradigm

Organizations need to constantly improve their strategy, processes, and management practices to keep up with the ever-changing business environment. Over the past few years, there has been a significant surge in the popularity of lean and agile approaches. However, when we talk about a hybrid approach that combines both mindsets, more research is required to fully understand this hybrid concept. Based on the identified gap, a study will be conducted that will evaluate how lean and agile mindsets can be implemented in a private label product development process in an organization located in Portugal. The objective of this research project is to enhance the development process's efficiency and effectiveness by ensuring the product's speedy launch in the market while simultaneously improving its quality. This research project presented in this article is scheduled to take place over the course of the next two years.

Antonio José Bolivar adalah Kita: Wacana Pascakolonial dalam Novel Pak Tua yang Membaca Kisah Cinta karya Luis Sepúlveda

The Old Man Who Read Love Stories is a novel by Luis Sepúlveda that was translated and published for the first time in Indonesia by Marjin Kiri at the end of 2005. The novel, originally titled Un viejo que leía novelas de amor, is a canon­ical work of Latin American literature that was published in 1989. The plot clear­ly depicts the postcolonial situation in Latin America. Unfortunately, postcolonial readings of this translated novel are very minimal. In a postcolonial context, the work of translating texts cannot be considered as a job that is arbitrarily chosen, whimsical, or even without political charges behind the scenes. Especially if the text being translated comes from third world and/or formerly colonized countries. The translator will certainly have fundamental reasons in selecting and choosing a text (postcolonial literature) to be translated. Thus, I decided to do an alternative reading that can be used on this translated novel using the concept of hybridity by Homi K. Bhabha. On the other hand, I also want to see how far Luis Sepúlveda depicts the postcolonial phenomenon in Latin American society as a formerly colonized society represented through conflicts in his novel. Because the reality in the novel is the real­ity experienced by Luis Sepúlveda when he was on an expedition with UNESCO for seven months in the territory of the indigenous Shuar tribe in Ecuador. Reading the novel The Old Man Who Read Love Stories means reading how the author positions himself as the other in a different cultural institution. Then understanding these two contexts means we are trying to realize what the condition of our society in Indonesia is, as a fellow postcolonial society.

Ballistic performance of bio-inspired hybrid interleaved composite structures suitable for aerospace applications

We investigate the ballistic performance of an aircraft engine containment casing demonstrator, made of composite materials with a novel bio-inspired hybrid interleaved design, under high-velocity impact (HVI) at a specific angle. Firstly, we apply a bio-inspired (BI) helicoidal design to develop a large-scale monolithic laminate concept made of carbon fibre-reinforced polymer (CFRP). Then, we hybridise the developed BI laminate concept with interleaved blocks of Zylon fibre (PBO)-reinforced polymer to develop a large-scale BI hybrid interleaved laminate concept. We then further hybridise the developed BI hybrid concept with titanium (Ti) foils (located at the impact face) so that in total we have three large-scale laminate concepts. We manufacture 6 large-scale laminates from each concept with dimensions of 225 × 225 mm and a target areal weight of 0.95 g/cm2. We then test them (perpendicularly) under HVI ranging from 150 to 300 m/s to obtain the ballistic limit and energy dissipation. Secondly, after selecting the best-performing developed laminate concept, we scale it up to develop industrial demonstrator panels with a target areal weight of 1.5 g/cm2 and dimensions of 550 × 360 mm. We test the panels under HVI at an angle of 55° with a larger and heavier projectile, to more closely represent a fan blade-off event onto the engine casing. The results of the large-scale laminate concept tests show that the BI hybrid interleaved CFRP/PBO concept outperformed the rest of the concepts with 54% and 34% improvement in energy dissipation compared to that of quasi-isotropic (QI) and the BI monolithic CFRP, respectively. Our results show that small-scale designs for HVI-resistant CFRP-based laminates cannot be simply assumed to exhibit an equivalent performance for industrial applications with thicker laminates, heavier projectiles and impacts at an angle.

Deciphering the Boundaries of Ottoman Armenian Female Identity in Zabel Yesayan’s My Soul in Exile

Deciphering the boundaries of female identity in the history of thoughts has been a deep-seated problematic issue since the mainstream, throughout the centuries, put strong emphasis on non-feminist discourses. When specifically focused on the Ottoman Empire, the circumstances, and obstacles that women encounter had no difference than their European counterparts. Ottoman Empire which was a land of different cultures, religions, and ethnic groups, witnessed a fundamental shift in terms of women rights in the 19th century. As a pattern of the Empire, the Ottoman Armenian women writers shed light on some postcolonial issues as well as feminist ones almost a century ago before it is theorized. The concepts of unhomeliness and hybridity as universal ideas are proven to be also timeless in the works of Zabel Yesayan, an Ottoman Armenian women writer, particularly in My Soul in Exile. This study aims to analyze the cultural richness of the women’s rights movements in the Ottoman Empire fed by different shareholders, such as Ottoman Armenian women writers in this particular paper. To have a better and deeper understanding of cultural and historical roots of women’s rights movements consolidates the construction of a stronger female identity since it will prove where we started and how we proceeded. Consequently, this paper intends that hearing multiple voices raised from the same geographic location, as well as being aware of and informed about different challenges, would be a watershed moment in the history of women, consolidating our steps and enriching our cultural heritage.

Highly porous nanocarbons derived from fluorinated polyimide and metal organic framework for energy storage electrodes

In this study, porous nanocarbon is prepared by hybridizing metal–organic framework (MOF, ZIF-8 in this study) and fluorinated polyimide (fPI) and subsequent carbonization. The resulting nitrogen-doped nanocarbon has a considerable specific surface area as high as 1096 m2 g–1 and is thus utilized as an electrode material for high-performance supercapacitors. Particularly, the porous nanocarbon derived from the sample containing 10 wt% of ZIF-8 to fPI exhibits coexistence of nano- and mesopores, leading to enhanced mass transport and electrolyte ion diffusion across electrodes and high-rate performance at high specific current. It also retains its initial performance even after 4000 charging/discharging cycles and provide large specific energy (10.7 Wh kg−1) and power (5 kW kg−1). The incorporation of MOF with fPI enhances the porosity of porous carbons in terms of charge storage and thus this hybridization concept provides a vital platform for energy storage electrodes.

The Effects of The Changing Locus on Lasi’s Hibridity in The Red Bekisar by Ahmad Tohari

This paper deals with Ahmad Tohari’s English-translated novel entitled The Red Bekisar. The focus is on the effects of the changing locus on the female protagonist’s hybridity. To support the analysis, several concepts are used, namely, the concepts of hybridity, mimicry, and cultural identity in postcolonial literature. Using feminist literary criticism as the frame of analysis, the general research method used is qualitative research, supported by library research. For the literary analysis, the contextual research method is applied, in which, by considering the character, conflict, and setting, the focus is on the female protagonist’s hybridity and how her hybridity is regarded by people from different loci. The results show that the female character, Lasi, has a different life because of her Javanese-Japanese mixed blood. In the remote village of Karangsoga, her hybridity is scorned, but in the big city of Jakarta, her hybridity is highly appreciated. However, she is treated like an object, a valuable doll that can be transferred to different owners. Her resistance indicates that her agency as a human being emerges when she is cornered.

Institutional hybridisation in Swedish public sector development cooperation

AbstractWhile the concept of hybridisation (blending of different organisational forms, logics, or identities) in public administration has gained traction, its interplay with principal‐agent dynamics, especially within development cooperation, remains underexplored. Recent shifts towards the “whole‐of‐society” paradigm in Swedish development cooperation introduce complexities in the inter‐organisational dynamics between actors involved. However, our understanding of how these dynamics influence the manifestation of hybridisation in everyday practices is limited. Drawing on the development cooperation experience of Swedish national authorities and data collected from interviews, focus group discussions, and archival documents, this study identifies the interplaying dynamics of three coexisting logics (managerialist, collaborative, and developmental), and two types of hybridisation (specialisation‐centric and integration‐centric). These findings shed light on the challenges and opportunities the inter‐organisational dynamics induce for translating the “whole‐of‐society” policy paradigm into development practice and outcomes. The study's theoretical and practical implications for hybridisation in public administration and development studies are discussed.