Interdisciplinary Research Methods Research Articles

Permafrost degradation is a legal matter

New topical problems of permafrost degradation are identified in the context of a new sphere of legal regulation, primarily in the Arctic countries, with an emphasis on the legal problems of Russia. The object of research in the article consists of various legal consequences of the said phenomenon, manifested on very sensitive ecosystems, human, industrial, transport land spaces, that is, outside the maritime spaces. The study is based primarily on an integrated legal approach and appropriate legal instruments to address the emerging economic and legal consequences of the degradation of permafrost. This approach makes it possible to substantiate the recognition as an independent object of regulation of the phenomenon of permafrost and the need to develop its own legal conceptual framework. This approach is justified at both the national and international levels, as well as in the analysis of specialized and modified law institutions of the Arctic States. The article applies the advantage of the comparative legal method of studying the legislation of the Arctic states, as well as interdisciplinary and intersectoral methods of legal research. As a result, the need for a new independent scientific and applied integrated study of the legal problems of the degradation of permafrost can be considered. One of the conclusions of the work included the need to create international specialized legislation in the form of a model act. Research in the proposed format may determine the structure and content of future international legal regulation and the institutions that support it.

A Study on the Sinicization of The Communist Manifesto from the Perspective of Cross-cultural Communication

The Communist Manifesto represents Marxism and matters as a source of Communism. Since the first Chinese translation of The Communist Manifesto was published in 1920, there have been 8 translations according to research. This paper expounds changes in the translation of The Communist Manifesto from the perspective of cross-cultural communication, applying an interdisciplinary research method, and combining cross-cultural communication, translation studies and relevant subjects. This paper shows that the translation of The Communist Manifesto gradually indicates Chinese characteristics with the development of times and introduces three means of international communication of Marxism with Chinese characteristics, which is conducive to promoting translation, broadening the field of Marxism works on translations, strengthening ideal and belief of socialism with Chinese characteristics, constructing discourse system of socialism with Chinese characteristics, and enlightening significance for the international communication of Chinese Marxism.

Research on The Innovative Development of Digital Media Art in The Era of Artificial Intelligence

From desktop design to virtual imaging, digital media art has jumped beyond the "screen" and undergone tremendous changes in the past few decades. Its application fields have also shifted from the initial graphic design and film and television special effects to display design, military, geography and other fields. Digital media art brings novel audio-visual experiences and provides convenience in life. Human activities are closely connected with digital media. Digital media art relies on digital media technology to artistically display creativity, which has a profound impact and is crucial to the development and growth of cultural and creative industries. In order to explore the characteristics and future development of digital media art, this article uses interdisciplinary research methods, comparative research methods, literature research methods, etc. to understand the relationship between digital media technology and artificial intelligence, from the perspectives of technology, communication, and art Let’s observe the current performance of digital media art as it becomes more and more intelligent, find out the problems and solutions hidden under the wave of intelligence, and explore the innovative development strategies of digital media art.

Reframing Vulnerability through an Embodied Theological Lens: Towards Ethical Engagement in a Globalized Context

This study examines the evolving concept of human vulnerability within the context of globalization and contemporary societal complexities. Its aim is to provide a comprehensive understanding of vulnerability’s proposed definition and its ethical relevance, particularly through an embodied ethical–theological lens. The research argues that this anthropological category when approached from an interdisciplinary perspective, reveals nuanced ethical dimensions essential for addressing contemporary challenges. Through the synthesis of insights from various disciplines, the study delineates the intricate interplay between corporeal experiences, affective states, and ethical considerations in understanding vulnerability. Interdisciplinary research methods were employed, drawing from theology, psychology, sociology, and philosophy. Grounding the inquiry in human experience and dialogues within different disciplinary narratives, the study explores vulnerability’s multifaceted nature and its implications for ethical engagement. The conclusions underscore the imperative role of theology in fostering ethical responses to contemporary dilemmas. By reframing vulnerability within an interdisciplinary and embodied framework, the research enriches ethical reflection and praxis, promoting human flourishing in a globalized world.

Research on the impact of optimizing the use of grassland resources on promoting the development of animal husbandry on the Qinghai-Tibetan Plateau

The Qinghai Tibet Plateau, located in central Asia, is the highest plateau region in the world with an average altitude of over 4000 meters. Due to its unique geographical location and high altitude characteristics, the Qinghai Tibet Plateau is sometimes vividly referred to as the Roof of the World, and thus has been given the nickname Third Pole. The Qinghai Tibet Plateau provides a good foundation for the development of animal husbandry, but at the same time, due to the harsh climate conditions and degradation of grassland resources on the Qinghai Tibet Plateau, the development of animal husbandry is also facing a series of challenges. In order to increase the content of forage on the Qinghai Tibet Plateau and enrich its grassland resources. This article uses literature research method to conduct environmental analysis on animal husbandry in the Qinghai Tibet Plateau and other countries such as the United States. Comparative research method is used to analyze the differences in the development of animal husbandry in the Qinghai Tibet Plateau and other countries such as the United States. Interdisciplinary research method is used to propose solutions for the development of animal husbandry in the Qinghai Tibet Plateau (mainly for grassland development). That is, by selecting suitable grass species, establishing a grazing light complementary photovoltaic power station, and implementing grassland protection monitoring technology. Finally, the conclusions and shortcomings of the research were obtained

Study of Wes Anderson’s Film Tragedy from the Perspective of Tragic Aesthetics

The research object of this paper is Wes Anderson, an American independent director and author-director. Wes Anderson and his films are unique, Because his films have not only won numerous artistic awards, but also have considerable commercial value. The purpose of this article is Analyze the underlying content of the movie. This article takes the film narrative, theme and visual impression as the starting point, and analyzes the director's films, and then summarizes how Wes Anderson's films operate from the perspective of tragic aesthetics. This article uses case analysis and interdisciplinary research methods to study Wes Anderson's movies and the philosophies they contain, try to sort out the tragic aesthetic characteristics shared in his films. The paper finally summarizes the characteristics of Wes Anderson's film aesthetics and the theoretical sources of film philosophy. Wes Anderson carefully designed every detail of the film to make the audience clearly feel a sense of alienation, but also to immerse the audience into them. Wes Anderson calls his movies "very personal" because he integrates his unique insights into the philosophy of life into his works and deconstructs life from a unique perspective, allowing the audience to experience a unique style of film.

Developing linguistic competence for 6th grade students in Vietnam

Developing linguistic competence for junior level students in Vietnam is an emerging issue that needs attention. This paper applies interdisciplinary research methods which are a combination of linguistics and educational sciences. The combination of the questionnaire survey method and class observation is used to evaluate students' language competencies, especially, speaking and listening. The analytical method is used to analyze linguistic skills that are necessary to be created for students during this stage. Developing linguistic competence is considered the most effective means to grow thinking capacity. The scope of this paper is aimed at sixth grade students specifically surveying their linguistic competence thereby providing an overview of the language development stage for juniors at the secondary school level in Vietnam in general and in Ha Dong district, Hanoi in particular. We conducted a case study by collecting data at two secondary schools in Hanoi city (implementation period of two months: December 2021 and February 2022). According to these factual survey results, we can primarily suggest concrete measures to develop linguistic competence for 6th-grade students in Vietnam. This will also be an information source for reference in completing the Literature textbook series edited according to the new “General Education Program in Literature (2018)” in Vietnam which is in the early stages of being put into use.

Wizerunek Ukraińców w ogólnoinformacyjnych portalach regionalnych na Podkarpaciu i Dolnym Śląsku od lutego 2022 r.

Russia's aggression against Ukraine and its consequences, e.g. in the form of the influx of refugees from Ukraine to neighbouring countries, highlighted the role of reliable sources of information. The aim of the research was to check how the media image of Ukrainians was created in the first year of the war on two regional websites (www.gazetawroclawska.pl and www.nowiny24.pl) belonging to Polska Press Sp. z o. o. The research units were verbal and visual content. A set of research questions was an attempt to answer the following questions: what was the frequency and dominant sources of origin of the surveyed units, what thematic and interpretative frameworks were present in them, and what functions were dominant in them. Interdisciplinary research methods were used – content analysis with elements of discourse analysis. The obtained results lead to the conclusion about the diverse media image of Ukrainians in the studied regions. The interpretative framework and the functions of headlines and photographs were the same, thematic framework and attendance were different.

Black body representation in Get Out (2017) and Us (2019) by Jordan Peele

Black characters soon appeared in Hollywood films such as The Birth of a Nation (1915), Intolerance (1916). They are recognised as criminals, not conceded as human rights. African-American directors created films to change the image of black people. Jordan Peele inherits the efforts of his predecessors and takes the story of black people in cinema to a new level with identity clarification. That is clearly shown in the movies Get Out (2017) and Us (2019). The research aims to identify the black body representation in the above two films by Jordan Peele as an expression of identity. Body denial is the root cause of violence among African Americans. This acts as a form of identity tracing. The research combines the use of cinematic narrative and semiotic approaches with interdisciplinary research methods such as culturology and anthropology. The basic principle of the position of the research is the theory of ethnic identity. The use of comparison, collation, analysis and synthesis will be applied in the process of developing theses.

SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT OF A TRANSPORT ENTERPRISE: ASSESSMENT, PROJECT, AND MECHANISM OF STRATEGY INTEGRATION

The aim of this study is to improve the methodology for assessing the level of sustainable development of a transport enterprise, as well as to develop a project and mechanism for integrating the strategy of sustainable development as one of the functional strategies of the marketing management concept for harmonizing interests with stakeholders. To achieve the set goal, a number of modern interdisciplinary research methods and techniques were used, including abstract-logical methods such as analysis and synthesis, induction and deduction; generalization - for reviewing information sources, studying domestic and foreign experience; systemic analysis - for a comprehensive understanding of the research object and a complex analysis of relationships between elements within the defined problem as a whole; problem-oriented approach - for scientific justification of the methodology for assessing the level of sustainable development of a transport enterprise. The study discusses widely accepted methodological approaches to assessing sustainable development, one of which was taken as a basis, slightly modified and supplemented with indicators reflecting the content of the marketing management concept, taking into account the interests of stakeholders, and improved in terms of mathematical logic. It was proposed to distinguish a separate component of sustainability – risk sustainability, which generally refers to the internal property of a system that contributes to preserving its integrity in the face of various disruptive influences from the external and internal environment. Furthermore, based on the improved methodology for assessing the level of sustainable development of a transport enterprise, a project "Designing Sustainable Development of a Transport Enterprise" has been launched. Its goal is to integrate the principles of the concept of sustainable development into the enterprise's marketing management system. The implementation of the developed functional strategy for managing the sustainable development of a transport enterprise is based on the Balanced Scorecard toolkit, which allowed presenting goals for each area of sustainable development in the form of a hierarchy and decomposition, aligning general and specific interests, taking into account the interests, goals of the enterprise, and key stakeholders. Measures were also taken, including the use of marketing communication tools, for reflexive interaction with stakeholders, operational controlling to align interests, processes, and goals of marketing management. The theoretical conclusions, approaches, and recommendations proposed in the article can be used to assess the level of sustainable development of a transport enterprise and to implement a mechanism for integrating the strategy of sustainable development and the marketing management system based on the Balanced Scorecard toolkit and controlling to harmonize the goals of market-oriented enterprise management and the goals, interests of key stakeholders.

PERSONAL DATA IN THE DIGITAL AGE: AN OVERVIEW STUDY IN VIETNAM

Purpose: In today's era, the fourth industrial revolution, coupled with the remarkable development of information and communication technology, has shifted all human activities to the digital platform. However, personal data digitization and storage methods have risks related to data security and ensuring user privacy. This study comprehensively examines the prevailing legal framework and explores the associated challenges related to personal data protection in Vietnam. Study methodology: Examining legal documents issued by the State is highly significant, and decrees and circulars are essential legal texts utilized in the research process. In addition to the legal bases that are considered the basis for analysis and evaluation, interdisciplinary research methods are used such as dialectical materialism methodology, analysis-synthesis, logic-history, induction-interpretation, etc. Results and Discussion: The current legal framework on personal data protection in Vietnam has various shortcomings that must be addressed through appropriate amendments and supplements aligning with international standards. The challenges in implementing this legal framework in Vietnam must also be clarified to find solutions. Recommendations: Securing personal data is of utmost importance because if data is stolen, it can lead to severe financial losses, the risk of extortion, fraud, asset misappropriation, defamation, infringement of dignity, honor, sexual harassment..., causing both material and psychological consequences, directly affecting the rights and legitimate interests of organizations, businesses, and individuals. Therefore, first and foremost, each needs to ensure the security of their data to prevent data theft, ensure the integrity of personal information, protect privacy rights, and avoid the consequences and risks that arise when personal data is disclosed, leaked or stolen.

Analysis of the Effect of an Open Hole on the Buckling of a Compressed Composite Plate.

This paper investigates the effect of an open hole on the stability of a compressed laminated composite plate. The study was carried out in two ways: using experimental tests and numerical analysis. As a result of the experiment, the buckling form and path of the plate were recorded. The form of buckling was determined using the ARAMIS non-contact measurement system. The critical load value was determined from the working path using the approximation method. The experimental results were verified by numerical analysis based on the finite element method. FEM investigations were carried out in terms of a linear eigenproblem analysis. This allowed the bifurcation load and the corresponding buckling form of the numerical model of the plate to be determined. Investigating the effect of the hole in the compressed plate at a critical state showed high agreement between the proposed test methods. No clear effect of the hole size on the buckling of the plate was observed. In contrast, a clear effect of the hole on the critical load value was determined. The maximum decrease in the critical load value was 14%. The same decrease was observed for the stiffness of the post-critical characteristics. It was shown that the [45|-45|90|0]s composite plate had more than three times lower strength compared to [0|-45|45|90]s and [0|90|0|90]s. The novelty of this article is the development of a research methodology based on new interdisciplinary research methods for describing the influence of the central hole on the stability of compressed composite plates. The ABAQUS system was used for the numerical analysis.

Research on the Educational Value of Animation in Contemporary China and Its Innovative Development

The Marxist philosophy of dialectical materialism holds that the world is an organic whole with universal connections, and everything is interconnected with its surroundings. Therefore, problems should be viewed from the perspective of interconnectedness. This principle also applies to the study of humanities, where different disciplines interact and should not be confined to one specific field. This paper is grounded in the Marxist philosophy of interconnectedness and employs interdisciplinary research methods, drawing from disciplines such as psychology, philosophy, and linguistics, to analyze and discuss the educational value of animation, exploring how animation positively influences the mind and body of individuals. Considering the characteristics of contemporary society, the paper examines the path to realizing the educational value of animation through an analysis of outstanding domestic animation works from the perspectives of cultural content, artistic aesthetics, digital technology, and more. This research aims to better utilize the educational potential of animation, fostering well-rounded socialist builders and successors who excel in morality, intelligence, physical fitness, aesthetics, and labor. Furthermore, it promotes the preservation and innovation of Chinese animation culture, encouraging it to stay true to its roots, absorb external influences, face the future, and contribute to the inheritance and innovation of our culture while facilitating the global expansion of outstanding Chinese culture.

Prototipos trágicos y su evolución en las obras clásicas chinas

Abstract: Classical tragedy in China, as a unique literary form, embodies the nation’s cultural spirit and possesses profound historical heritages and distinctive aesthetic value. As an interdisciplinary research method, prototype analysis provides new perspectives and theoretical tools to delve into the connotations of tragedy. Studying the prototypes of classical tragedy in China helps reveal the development trajectory and inherent laws of classical tragedy in history. This article aims to analyze typical prototypes in Chinese classical tragedy within the framework of prototype theory, revealing the cultural characteristics of Chinese classical tragedy and its differences from Western tragedy. The goal is to provide a theoretical basis for related research.

The influence of return investment on enterprise financing cost

In this paper, the influence of return investment on the financing cost of enterprises is deeply studied, and several key factors related to it are discussed. Firstly, from the perspective of regional differences, this paper analyzes the influence of financial market characteristics, regulatory environment and tax policies in different regions on corporate financing decisions. It is found that fully considering regional differences will help enterprises to formulate financing strategies for return investment, reduce costs and improve efficiency. Secondly, by digging deep into the interaction between enterprise strategy and financing, it reveals how enterprise strategic choice shapes financing structure and its influence on financing cost. The choice of different strategies may lead to the difference of financing demand, and the synergy between the long-term stability strategy and financing cost highlights the complex relationship. Furthermore, from the perspective of global financial market, this paper discusses how enterprises can reduce costs through flexible financing by taking advantage of the opportunities of global financial market. The in-depth analysis of the factors of global financial market, such as exchange rate risk, interest rate difference and capital flow, enables enterprises to better grasp the financing opportunities on a global scale. Finally, suggestions for future research are put forward, including in-depth study of regional and industry differences, attention to the impact of emerging technologies on financing, and more interdisciplinary research methods.

How Can We Study Educational Inequalities in Different Cultural Contexts? Interdisciplinary Research Methods in Early Childhood Education and Care

The increasing diversity in cities and schools is a pan-European experience. Concurrently, the time of subsequent crises (migration/refugee crises) has had severe impacts on the key institutions safeguarding the rights and needs of citizens. This also concerns the youngest generation in the education system, especially in the light of data concerning the still high and even growing rates of child poverty in Europe. Therefore, focusing on finding common solutions to early educational inequalities has become one of the key issues of research in the area of early childhood education. Diversity enables us to learn about conditions that may increase the effectiveness and desirability of early childhood education and care (ECEC) for children at risk, be it due to economic strain, possessing a migration background, disability and so forth. At the same time, however, it poses a methodological challenge due to the different construction of child welfare and education systems, the different policies and social solutions promoted and, last but not least, the different dimensions of the aforementioned diversity, namely ethnic, social or disability. This article discusses methodological challenges and strategies in an international and interdisciplinary project on combined inequalities among children in ECEC settings. The objective is to demonstrate how mixed-methods can be used for interdisciplinary interventions, connecting social research to the broader impact on the community.

Children’s Data Protection in Vietnam: Legal Framework and Challenges

Purpose: This study offers a comprehensive examination of the prevailing legal framework and explores the associated challenges encountered about parental literacy, children’s digital literacy, and the gap in the children-parent relationship to guarantee appropriate consent and its practical application in Vietnam.
 
 Study methodology: Researching the State’s legal documents is very important; Decrees and circulars are also necessary legal documents used in the research process. In addition to the legal bases that are considered the basis for analysis and evaluation; Interdisciplinary and interdisciplinary research methods are used such as dialectical materialism methodology, analysis-synthesis, logic-history, induction - interpretation, etc.
 
 Results and Discussion: Research results have shown that: The current framework for protecting children’s data in Vietnam has shortcomings that need to be corrected and supplemented accordingly; at the same time, challenges for implementing this legal framework to practice in Vietnam also need to be clarified to find solutions.
 
 Recommendations: Safeguarding children’s data in the digital era is a paramount global concern, and Vietnam is not an exception to this imperative. Noteworthy efforts have been undertaken within the legal framework to protect children’s data in Vietnam. Nevertheless, several persistent challenges hinder the efficient realization of these legislative measures. Society and technology are increasingly developing, therefore, legal regulations need to be supplemented to help parents and society best protect children’s data in the digital age.

Ideology in Critical Discourse Study: A Review of Literature

Ideology is one of the most crucial concepts in Critical Discourse Study (CDS). This article systematically reviews relevant literature to the definition of ideology, research models of ideology, and language-based ideology studies from the perspective of CDS. It also provides implications for further research in this field, with the aim of promoting the development of CDS as well as ideology study. It can be found that in the field of CDS, ideology has the characteristics of universality and neutrality. It does not have derogatory meanings or specificity, but rather a characteristic that any language user inevitably carries in language use. At present, there are mainly five models for ideological analysis from the perspective of CDS, namely Fairclough’s Three-Dimension Framework, Wodak’s Discourse-Historical Approach, van Dijk’s Socio-cognitive Model, Chilton’s Cognitive Critical Analysis Model and Thompson’s Methodological Framework of Depth Hermeneutics. Ideology is often subtly hidden in discourse in specific language forms, requiring readers to consciously decode them, and the decoding process can also be seen as the process of ideological reproduction. Lexical and syntactic choices, transitivity, and modality in language use can be effectively used for ideological analysis. All in all, ideology is a very important research topic in critical discourse study, and future studies can adopt interdisciplinary research methods to further improve its theoretical and applied studies.

Trade-off or synergy? Dynamic analysis and policy insights on land use functions in China

Limited land resources and diverse utilization have resulted in complex trade-offs and synergies (TS) among land use functions (LUFs). Analyzing these TS and their spatio-temporal variations is crucial for developing effective land use policies to regulate and manage multiple LUFs, promoting efficient land resource utilization and fostering sustainable development in society, economy, and ecology. This study uses interdisciplinary research methods, including the projection pursuit model, Spearman's rank correlation analysis, and exploratory spatial data analysis, to investigate the characteristics of LUFs TS in 31 provincial administrative divisions in China from 2009 to 2020. Key findings include: (1) LUFs exhibited significant spatial heterogeneity and temporal variations. Most LUFs experienced distinct upgrading processes, except for SSF (Social Security Function), which requires specific attention.(2) LUFs TS were found to be common and consistent, with varying characteristics observed in different years. It is crucial to consider these characteristics during the process of functional regulation to enhance effectiveness. (3) We confirmed that LUFs, as a public service, show substantial spatial spillover effects, resulting in cross-regional LUFs TS. Regulatory strategies should harness the radiating and propelling effects of advantageous functions while maintaining equilibrium and coordination in regional development, ultimately achieving optimal overall benefits. Finally, we discuss the study findings in comparison with existing research and provide policy insights to promote the harmonized and sustainable development of LUFs. These findings aim to serve as a scientific foundation for land use planning and management in China and offer valuable insights for other regions.

Roof/Room Pieces: An Ethnography of Lockdown Lives, and Digital Perfor- mances of Rabindranritya

This essay is an exploration of precarity and sociality within performing arts in India. It analyses dances made digitally for audiences during the COVID-19 pandemic (2020-21) and engages with scholarly literature and movement system with reference to Bengali polymath Rabindranath Tagore (1861-1941) and forms of dance identified as rabindranritya. Interpreted through interdisciplinary research methods of digital ethnography, questionnaires, content analysis and dance studies, the essay aims to understand why some of us continued to dance through the global pandemic. I focus on YouTube as a site of research as we realize that technology’s relationship with human and arts have now evolved and ‘liveness’ could be optional. I question various forms of precarity in arts industries through respondents’ answers and observe what notions of sociality are exchanged between the performer and their audience. I bring to light the mundane and vibrant of the quotidian lockdown lives of performers who remained cloistered at home, but with cameras on them, how they seized the pandemic precarity and continued dancing with a sense of immediacy and new kinds of intimacy, communicating their imaginations and emotions and bridging social- temporal-spatial distances.