Issues Of Authority Research Articles

ОТРАЖЕНИЕ ДУХОВНОГО СОПРОТИВЛЕНИЯ ЖЕРТВ ХОЛОКОСТА В СВИДЕТЕЛЬСТВАХ ЧЛЕНОВ ЗОНДЕРКОММАНДО АУШВИЦА

Among the numerous crimes of Nazi Germany and its accomplices during the Second Word War, they attempted the mass extermination of the Jewish people. Those events entered word history under the name Holocaust, in Hebrew – “Shoa” (disaster, catastrophe). Even though the literature on various aspects of the life and death of Jews in Holocaust period in general and in the extermination camps in particular is quite extensive, there is no particular analysis of the spiritual resistance of prisoners. The article analyzes the reflection of Sondercommando members’ spiritual resistance in the Auschwitz death camp, which became an ominous symbol of the atrocities committed by the Nazis and their collaborators, as presented in their testimonies, called “Scrolls from the Ashes”. The composition of Sondercommando members and their “position” were studied. The authorship issues of the “Scrolls” and the motives for their creation are considered. It gives surviving witnesses’ and descendants’ assessments are given to their activities. The analyzed sources indicate that despite the inhuman conditions and constant threat of immediate destruction, the members of the Sondercommando not only retained their moral spirit, but also demonstrated the will to resist. A striking example of which is the uprising that broke out on October 7th, 1944, near the ovens of Auschwitz-Birkenau crematorium.

Rapid quantitative authentication and analysis of camellia oil adulterated with edible oils by electronic nose and FTIR spectroscopy

Camellia oil, recognized as a high-quality edible oil endorsed by the Food and Agriculture Organization, is confronted with authenticity issues arising from fraudulent adulteration practices. These practices not only pose health risks but also lead to economic losses. This study proposes a novel machine learning framework, referred to as a transformer encoder backbone with a support vector machine regressor (TES), coupled with an electronic nose (E-nose), for detecting varying adulteration levels in camellia oil. Experimental results indicate that the proposed TES model exhibits the best performance in identifying the adulterated concentration of camellia oi, compared with five other machine learning models (the support vector machine, random forest, XGBoost, K-nearest neighbors, and backpropagation neural network). The results obtained by E-nose detection are verified by complementary Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy analysis for identifying functional groups, ensuring accuracy and providing a comprehensive assessment of the types of adulterants. The proposed TES model combined with E-nose offers a rapid, effective, and practical tool for detecting camellia oil adulteration. This technique not only safeguards consumer health and economic interests but also promotes the application of E-nose in market supervision.

Advancements in food authentication using soft independent modelling of class analogy (SIMCA): a review

Abstract Food authentication verifies the match between product characteristics and claims and it is crucial in a globalized and complex food sector. Currently, class-modelling approaches, such as soft independent modelling of class analogy (SIMCA), are powerful tools for assessing food authenticity. The aim of this review is to discuss the application of SIMCA for food authentication and to describe the conceptual differences between discriminant and class-modelling approaches. The discussion of research articles is organized around three elements: (i) the research objectives, (ii) the analytical methodologies, and (iii) the food products investigated. Moreover, the challenges and future perspectives considering the development of innovative food products are discussed. Adulteration is the most investigated food authentication issue, followed by verification of geographical origin. Food authenticity appeared to be predominantly evaluated using non-destructive spectroscopy. Overall, the articles collectively cover a broad spectrum of food categories, representing those most prone to adulteration. However, there is a notable lack of food authentication studies on innovative food products, underscoring the urgency for further research in this field.

Trends in authentication of edible oils using vibrational spectroscopic techniques.

The authentication of edible oils has become increasingly important for ensuring product quality, safety, and compliance with regulatory standards. Some prevalent authenticity issues found in edible oils include blending expensive oils with cheaper substitutes or lower-grade oils, incorrect labeling regarding the oil's source or type, and falsely stating the oil's origin. Vibrational spectroscopy techniques, such as infrared (IR) and Raman spectroscopy, have emerged as effective tools for rapidly and non-destructively analyzing edible oils. This review paper offers a comprehensive overview of recent advancements in using vibrational spectroscopy for authenticating edible oils. The fundamental principles underlying vibrational spectroscopy are introduced and chemometric approaches that enhance the accuracy and reliability of edible oil authentication are summarized. Recent research trends highlighted in the review include authenticating newly introduced oils, identifying oils based on their specific origins, adopting handheld/portable spectrometers and hyperspectral imaging, and integrating modern data handling techniques into the use of vibrational spectroscopic techniques for edible oil authentication. Overall, this review provides insights into the current state-of-the-art techniques and prospects for utilizing vibrational spectroscopy in the authentication of edible oils, thereby facilitating quality control and consumer protection in the food industry.

한국 대중음악에서의 B급 문화 분석 연구

The purpose of this paper is to study B-class culture in Korean popular music. B-class identity as a subculture was examined, observing the changes in B-class music since the 2000s, and cultural diversity was discussed. Following the literature review, Psy, Norazo, and UV were selected as research subjects. The external items of capital, popularity, and intentionality and the internal items of language, content, format, behavior, and image characteristics were analyzed deductively through NVivo 14. As a result, Psy's music carried B-class features in terms of language, behavior, and image, and Norazo and UV's music had them in all internal aspects. Those meanings have all been transferred to a reconceptualized B-class. They were subordinated to large capital or the mainstream system, and the consumer base expanded from the minority to the majority. Moreover, resistance has weakened and was replaced by interest. The B-class mainstreaming passed through a latent and transitional period in the 2000s and settled on one side of the popular culture in the 2010s, facing the authenticity issue. Opinions on diversifying music culture were presented, with the claims for recovery of the rights of musical cultural subjects and resolution of the imbalance in music culture.

Can app notifications reduce charging hogging? An experiment with electric vehicle drivers

Electric vehicles (EVs) have the potential to contribute to urban environments’ sustainability. However, charging hogging (e.g., leave the vehicle attached at charging stations beyond full charge) can limit the EV market, generate issues for local authorities and electricity providers, and hinder the experience of drivers. This study investigated experimentally whether different app notifications (involving loyalty points, reserved parking, and social norm messages) can encourage drivers in the Netherlands to move their vehicle when fully charged, involving 703 EV drivers of a high-end car manufacturer. Logistic regressions showed that offering reserved parking and sending social norm notifications both increased the intention to move vehicles after charge, among both fully electric and plug-in hybrid vehicle drivers. For fully EV drivers, receiving loyalty points also increased the intention to move the vehicle. These findings indicate that providing reserved parking, sending social norm notifications and, partially, offering loyalty points, might be effective systems to reduce hogging.

Defining Contemporary American Literature: A Study of Louise Gluck’s, The Seven Ages

This paper defines contemporary American literature with specific references to Louise Gluck’s The Seven Ages. Although a handful of studies have been done on the subject yet, a satisfactory definition of contemporary American Literature has remained a task. The reason for this challenge is tied to the diverse lenses with which scholars have examined the subject matter with special attention to issues of language composition, authorship, setting, culture, characterization, and geographical experiences. More so, separating contemporary American literature from other American literary periods, especially modernism. The significance of this present paper is hinged on the fact that it has demonstrated sparkling differences between contemporary American literature and other epochs, with glaring shreds of evidence from Gluck’s collection. The essay identified, transformation, experimentation, coming of age, technology, cyber literature, history and memory, intertextuality, identity, literature of voice, family and beauty, spirit, nature, and wit as major themes that dominate contemporary American literature. Also, the literature of self, isolation, disillusionment, and the world as characteristics that characterize contemporary American literature. In terms of style, the work examined monologue, free versification, and simplified diction as core literary patterns. The qualitative research method was adopted, while historical criticism was applied for analysis. Findings show that contemporary American literature is different from other periods in American literature, even though, it shares proximity with modern American literature. In the same vein, not all literature weaved in the 1950s belongs to this period, but those produced in the last twenty-two years between (2000-2022). The submission of this study is that further studies be done on the area of defining the nature and characteristics of contemporary American literature, using texts weaved in the last twenty-two years. ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | Dec. 28, 2023

Authorship Guidelines for Faculty Collaborating with Students and Professionals Collaborating with Other Professionals

Publications and presentations are the primary means for disseminating scholarly information and advancing research. Authorship establishes professional credibility and delineates the individuals responsible for developing and implementing the research. Publications and presentations are often a major determinant of advancement in the academic setting. The issue of authorship in collaborative research endeavors between faculty and students, therefore, is of interest and concern. Authorship and other publication credits reflect actual scientific or professional contributions, regardless of an individual’s profession, job, or institutional status. Graduate and undergraduate students are frequently members of research teams; however, they are not in a position to advocate for the recognition of their scholarly contributions to work conducted with and/or supervised by more senior level researchers or academicians. The most serious outcome of this situation is that the students carry out the work, but do not receive recognition for their efforts in the form of authorship.

An examination of retracted articles in nursing literature.

The output of scholarly publications in scientific literature has increased exponentially in recent years. This increase in literature has been accompanied by an increase in retractions. Although some of these may be attributed to publishing errors, many are the result of unsavory research practices. The purposes of this study were to identify the number of retracted articles in nursing and reasons for the retractions, analyze the retraction notices, and determine the length of time for an article in nursing to be retracted. This was an exploratory study. A search of PubMed/MEDLINE, the Cumulative Index to Nursing and Allied Health Literature, and Retraction Watch databases was conducted to identify retracted articles in nursing and their retraction notices. Between 1997 and 2022, 123 articles published in the nursing literature were retracted. Ten different reasons for retraction were used to categorize these articles with one-third of the retractions (n = 37, 30.1%) not specifying a reason. Sixty-eight percent (n = 77) were retracted because of an actual or a potential ethical concern: duplicate publication, data issues, plagiarism, authorship issues, and copyright. Nurses rely on nursing-specific scholarly literature as evidence for clinical decisions. The findings demonstrated that retractions are increasing within published nursing literature. In addition, it was evident that retraction notices do not prevent previously published work from being cited. This study addressed a gap in knowledge about article retractions specific to nursing.

The effects of resettlement in urban redevelopment; insights from the Kejetia project in Ghana

ABSTRACT Traditional marketplaces have become the key targets for urban redevelopment by local governments in Ghana to reinvent spaces and generate income. However, the resettlement issues have become the main constraints affecting developers and the affected traders. The present study seeks to provide practical solutions to the top resettlement issues and effects using the Kejetia Project as a case study. A mixed methodology approach was used to elicit and analyse data obtained from structured questionnaires and interviews. The Theory of Constraints was adopted as a solution framework using its three fundamental questions, “What to change”, “What to change to”, and “How to cause change.” The Relative Importance Index was used to determine the importance levels of issues through a five-point Likert scale. The findings on “What to change” listed relocation resistance and doubts on reallocation among others as top issues for local authorities and affected traders, respectively. Psychological stress was a top effect among others for affected traders. And on “What to change to”, direct solutions were provided to the issues to reverse the effects. Collaborative implementation of the solutions is prioritized for “How to cause the change”. The study concludes that the resettlement issues of the traders did not only impact them but the activities of local authorities. The Findings imply that complex resettlement issues require direct and simple solutions to reverse them. Participatory decision-making is therefore recommended to ensure the interests of both parties. Key Policy Highlights Relocation resistance remains a highly important issue for local authorities implementing urban redevelopment. Issues of place reallocation and relocation are top resettlement issues for people affected by urban redevelopment. Stress and financial burden are top resettlement effects for people affected by urban redevelopment. Direct solution is the most effective approach to reverse resettlement issues. All solutions require collaborative implementation to ensure sustainability.

Cybersecurity Cloud-Based Online Learning: A Literature Review Approach

Cloud-based online learning is the electronic learning activity that supports teaching and learning (T&L) that could be done from anywhere and in the world. Some of its benefits are scalability and affordability that could in a decision-making support on the mechanisms of material selection. Cloud computing has been adopted by most universities around the world. In this regard, lecturers and students will use it to facilitate T&L; however, due to concerns of information technology or systems security, cloud-based online learning users are also not immune. In this regard, the users could be affected by different cybersecurity attacks. In this paper, a systematic literature review method was used to sift the different models and solutions used to address the cybersecurity concerns surrounding cloud-based online learning. A brief Likert-scale questionnaire was used to obtained data that could corroborate the systematic literature findings. In this regard, a group of 20 online learning designers were sampled as participants. It was found that the confidentiality, integrity, and availability issues are a concern. This led to issues of security awareness, authentication and blended attacks being issues. In this regard, a cloud-based online learning model is not immune from security issues. In this paper, a conceptual framework as the line-of-defense is proposed as a solution towards having a cybersecure cloud based online learning.

Disciplinary Procedures in the Early Church

The paper refers to numerous documents from the period of the early Church which give testimony to the fact that the Church was never ruled by a charismatic anarchy or boundless democracy. Nevertheless, the data concerning the arrangement of the Church, which is passed on to us through the Scriptures, specifically the New Testament, and the writings of Apostolic Fathers, is not found in the form of a systematic treatise. Rather, it is found occasionally, mostly in connection with resolving some concrete issue. It is therefore necessary to arrange these various mentions in logical accordance with one another. The text of the paper firstly analyzes the issue of charismatic authority which is, above all, described in the Acts of the Apostles, Pauline letters, and especially in the early Christian treatise, the Didache. This treatise also mentions the hierarchical duties of the bishops and deacons, which can also already be seen in the New Testament alongside the duties of apostles, prophets, teachers, evangelists and presbyters. Some of the Church offices mentioned have primarily a missionary role, others are established for the pastoral care of existing and stable Christian communities. The Church order described in the eighteenth chapter of the Gospel according to St. Matthew is chiefly addressed to these stable communities. The First Epistle of Clement, written still in the first Christian century, gives testimony to the deposing of presbyters in the Church of Corinth and the intervention of the Roman authority in this dispute. Canon Law, which gradually begun to develop in the Church, followed directly in the footsteps of these disciplinary customs, which we know from early Christian literature.

Exploring social dynamics and cross-cultural encounters in Paul Bowles’s translations of Moroccan (oral) literature: insights from Choukri, Layachi, and Mrabet’s narratives

ABSTRACT Paul Bowles’s literary productions, both factual and fictional, were significantly influenced by Moroccan culture, where he resided for over half a century. Despite facing harsh criticism, particularly as postcolonial critique gained prominence in literary circles, Bowles gave life to a collection of stories and life histories from a distinctly Moroccan perspective. Issues of (mis)representation, Orientalism, authority, and authorship of translated works were central to the controversy. This paper delves into the portrayal of self and other within Bowles’s translation of life stories and fiction by his Moroccan collaborators, Choukri, Layachi, and Mrabet. Their narratives are examined in the context of Tangier’s multicultural environment, where sexual, socio-cultural, ethnic, and religious identities are perpetually questioned and negotiated. The paper argues that through collaborative translation, Bowles allowed marginalised voices from the underground of Moroccan society to emerge, subverting stereotypical images perpetuated by colonial hegemony and elitist nationalist discourses. By investigating issues pertaining to (mis)representation, Orientalism, authority, and authorship within these translated works, the study sheds light on the power dynamics and complexities inherent in cross-cultural literary encounters.

PENYIDIKAN TINDAK PIDANA KORUPSI TERHADAP TNI OLEH PENYIDIK KPK

Regarding the polemic regarding the determination of suspects by KPK investigators against active TNI soldiers. The central point is the issue of authority. The authority in question is related to whether or not KPK investigators may carry out investigations and determine suspects against active TNI soldiers. So the researchers proposed a problem formulation; Does the Corruption Eradication Committee have the authority to investigate criminal acts of corruption committed by active TNI while holding civilian positions? The aim to be achieved with this legal issue is to find out and provide scientific information to interested parties. This research is a type of Normative legal research. "According to Peter Mahmud Marzuki, normative legal research is a process of finding legal rules, legal principles and legal doctrines to answer the legal issues faced." The approach is Legislation (Statuta Approach). The analysis is by means of legal interpretation and analytical descriptive. The result is that in a normal view, if the TNI commits corruption while serving as TNI, then it is purely subject to the military justice law. However, if a member of the TNI commits corruption while holding a civil position, then the Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) investigators have the authority to conduct an investigation based on the provisions of article 42, Law Number 30 of 2002 concerning the Corruption Eradication Commission, Jo, law Number 19 of 2019 concerning the second amendment to Law Number 30 of 2002 concerning the Corruption Eradication Commission, article 1 number (4), and article 6. Because it is a connectivity court, investigative authority remains with the Corruption Eradication Commission. The Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) has the authority to coordinate and control the investigation, investigation and prosecution of criminal acts of corruption carried out jointly by persons subject to military justice and general justice.

Detection of sugar syrup adulteration in unifloral honey using deep learning framework: An effective quality analysis technique

The adulteration of honey is a common practice in the production and processing, industries. Various analytical methods such as chromatography, DNA-based, and NMR technology have been used to detect honey adulteration. However, these methods still face challenges in addressing honey authentication issues due to their sophistication, cost, and feasibility. For instance, these methods are expensive, time-consuming, require trained professionals for their operation, and are inaccessible to most of the population. This paper proposes a deep learning framework based on a two-dimensional convolutional neural network to overcome these challenges. The framework uses high-resolution video sequences (one minute) of each honey sample with varying levels of sugar syrup adulteration. Before using the videos in the model, they undergo pre-processing. The performance of the proposed method is validated using several performance indices, including accuracy (0.94), precision, sensitivity (0.99), specificity (1.00), F1-score (0.98), ROC-AUC (0.98), etc. The experimental results demonstrate the potential application of the proposed model in honey quality evaluation. However, further research is required to improve and expand the application of the model in this field, which could positively impact the global honey market.

Development, detection and decipherment of obfuscated fingerprints in humans: Implications for forensic casework.

Fingerprints have been widely used and accepted as an effective method of human identification. This biometric tool aids in criminal investigations for personal identity for over a century. Whilst the Automatic Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS) has bolstered security efforts, it has also opened doors to potential scams, affecting both civilian and law enforcement operations. Despite extensive research on fingerprint authentication issues, very little attention has been given to addressing the problem of fingerprint alteration or obfuscation. Fraudsters, with the guidance of experts, have developed new techniques to obscure their fingerprints intentionally. Fingerprint obfuscation is the deliberate alteration of fingerprint patterns with the aim of concealing their true identity, raising concerns amongst security and investigative organizations. The objective of the current communication is to highlight the numerous techniques used for obfuscation, forgery and alteration of fingerprints in humans. It further accentuates the need for identification and interpretation of these altered fingerprints and recommends notifying law enforcement agencies of potential threats.

Advanced Authentication and Access Control for Encrypted Images in the 3D Cube Domain

Image encryption techniques have been widely employed to protect the privacy of images during transmission and storage. However, the challenge lies in providing secure authentication and access control mechanisms for encrypted images in the 3D cube domain. This research focuses on addressing the issue of authentication and access control for encrypted images within the context of 3D cubes. The 3D cube domain provides a unique and efficient representation for image encryption, allowing for enhanced security and privacy. However, ensuring proper authentication and access control mechanisms while maintaining the encryption's integrity and efficiency poses significant challenges. The proposed methods will aim to provide strong authentication mechanisms to verify the integrity and authenticity of encrypted images, preventing unauthorized access and tampering. By addressing the critical issue of authentication and access control in the 3D cube domain, this research aims to contribute to the development of more secure and reliable image encryption solutions. The outcomes of this research will have implications in various domains, including secure image transmission, cloud storage, and digital rights management, where protecting the confidentiality and access control of encrypted images is of utmost importance.

When Authorship Becomes a Burden: Learning About Authorship Issues in Scientific Articles

When Authorship Becomes a Burden: Learning About Authorship Issues in Scientific Articles

In-Depth Analysis of Contemporary Image Enhancement Techniques and their Multifaceted Applications in Microbiology

This research paper presents a comprehensive investigation into the realm of image enhancement techniques, spanning a spectrum of methodologies, from classical filtering to cutting-edge deep learning algorithms. The overarching objective of these techniques is to elevate image quality, sharpen details, and enhance clarity, with applications extending across various domains. Furthermore, this work underscores the ethical dimensions inherent to image enhancement in an era increasingly concerned with issues of privacy and authenticity.

Self-medication with Novel Psychoactive Substances (NPS): a Systematic Review

AbstractCurrently, novel psychoactive substance (NPS) use presents a challenging issue for authorities. To effectively tackle the use of NPS, a deeper understanding of the motivations of those who use NPS is required. Evidence suggests that a subset of NPS users declare their use as ‘self-medicating’; however, there is a paucity of research in this area. The aim of this review is to provide an overview and synthesis of the research concerning self-medication with novel psychoactive substances (NPS). Seven databases (EMBASE, MEDLINE, APA PsychInfo, Global Health, PubMed, Scopus, and Google Scholar) were searched using a search strategy compromising 600 + NPS terms, yielding 3563 articles, 24 of which met the search criteria. Two independent reviewers screened the articles and appraised the quality of the included studies. The results were synthesised using a narrative synthesis approach. We identified 22 NPS being used for self-medication. We found that (1) self-medication with NPS occurs mainly for anxiety, depression, and ADHD; (2) links between cluster headaches, the use of psychedelic NPS, and anxiety and novel benzodiazepines were evident; (3) novel benzodiazepine use by young individuals represents particular concern. There is a need for greater knowledge within healthcare professions concerning self-medication practices with NPS. Primary qualitative research is needed to address the underlying motivations behind this phenomenon.