Life Patterns Research Articles

A Game of Life Shifted toward a Critical Point

The Game of Life (GoL), which produces complex patterns of life, has been employed to describe biological systems through self-organized criticality and scale-free properties. This paper develops two novel GoL models. One model allows each cell to update the time for the state update following interactions with other local cells using parameter tuning. Thus, individual cells replace their behaviors from intermittent state updates with continuous ones. The system evolves unpredictably close to a critical point and occasionally close to extinction for the alive population if an adequate parameter is chosen. This event occurs with a power-law tailed time interval and presents synchronous behaviors, since individual cells modify their state-update intervals and create time continuity. The other model is the same except that the system evolves unpredictably without any parameter tuning. In the second model, actions of individual cells are tuned not by a fixed parameter but by the surrounding situation. We found that the GoL system in the second model behaved in a similar manner in the first model, which suggests that that model shifts toward a critical point autonomously.

Embarking on the Path of Serenity: Unraveling the Impact of Buddhist Meditation on Modern Life in Bandung

The inexorable flow of modernity throughout the world has changed the fabric of life tremendously, leading to various social problems. In response to this, religious individuals, who already have standardized guidelines in their lives, are seeking ways to navigate and address the complexities brought on by modernization. This research delves into the impact of meditation practiced by Buddhists in Bandung, West Java, utilizing a qualitative method. The study unravels the profound influence of meditation on the pattern of daily life, emotional regulation, and overall mental well-being of the meditators. The findings indicate that regular meditation practice not only cultivates a calmer and composed mindset but also enhances the ability to cope with stress, facilitates emotional control, and fosters quicker problem-solving skills in their everyday activities. Moreover, the research sheds light on how meditation serves as a transformative tool, leading to increased wisdom and tranquility, ultimately aiding individuals in seeking enlightenment and attaining ultimate happiness amidst the challenges of modern life. The significance of this research in academia lies in its contribution to a deeper understanding of the transformative impact of Buddhist meditation on daily life and mental well-being, providing valuable insights into the role of meditation practices in navigating the complexities of modernity.

Play and Freedom: Patterns of Life in the Spirit

AbstractThis article explores the pneumatological theme of the freedom of the Spirit from the perspective of experience. It deploys a recently developed methodology of attending to affective and experiential dynamics in pneumatology to identify two significant patterns or modalities of Christian life in the Spirit that are indexed to the Spirit's freedom: a pattern of divine resistance to human attempts to control God, characterized on the human side by experiences of disruption as well as dynamic creativity; and a pattern of life free from the tyranny of the law, characterized by a modality of play or playfulness, as explored in the work of Nimi Wariboko. In identifying and illuminating these patterns, this article extends a project of seeking to make explicit the connections between Christian doctrinal concepts and Christian experience into a new domain, and responds to a long‐standing concern that theologies of sanctification emphasizing freedom have little to say about the positive shape of Christian life in the Spirit.

The evaluation of occupational accident with sequential pattern mining

Accidents in manufacturing systems greatly affect productivity and efficiency, which are well known performance indicaters in practice. Therefore, it is very important to know the sequential patterns among the accidents to avode possible losses decrasing performance of the manufacturing systems. In order to reduce accidents, it is necessary to determine the patterns that cause the accident first. The associations among the causes of the occurrence of accidents is rarely investigated in the literature. To fill this gap, the patterns of causes among the accidents in the manufacturing system are revealed by using sequential pattern mining in this study. The most important contribution of this study is the discovery of sequential patterns formed by accident characteristics of pre-accident, moment of accident and post-accident stages unlike traditional accident investigation methods. Additionally, knowing the patterns of causes among the accidents can help decision makers to prepare a more proactive security program in real life. The CloFast algorithm is performed to go into the details of accidents in manufacturing systems. Accident records induding data between 2013 and 2019 are used to discover the sequential patterns. The results of this study showed that each accidents has its own sequential accident patterns and it is also posible to prevent possible accidents and reduce losses due to accidents considering sequential patterns in real life. Safety engineers and occupational safety specialists should take into account the sequential patterns among the accidents to avoid similar accident in the near future.

Contribution Of Human Civilization Towards The Millennial Era

Civilization is the essence of history, passed by a society or a state, which will consciously create dynamics continuously in society. This dynamic at the same time provides space and time for the community or the State to move forward in business and work, and have certain methods in life and give birth to a passionate scientific movement. While the essence of civilization is physical and spiritual progress which includes intelligence and culture with the object of a nation.
 As imaginary creatures, humans have a dynamic power of movement. With reason, humans are able to make changes, both individually and socially. With reason, humans are able to have a noble degree before their Lord and honorable before humans.
 Advances in technology continue to grow very rapidly and give birth to a digital society. Changes in human life patterns due to technological advances so that they become more pragmatic, hedonic, secular, and give birth to instant generations but still prioritize effectiveness and efficiency. Technological progress has a double face because it has positive and negative influences on human life. Solutions to suppress and overcome the negative impacts of technological progress in the millennial era can be done by synergizing the roles of family, education, society and the state.

Preface(SSTDRI-22)

The Civil Engineering Department of Shri Ramdeobaba College of Engineering and Management Nagpur(RCOEM, Nagpur) is planning to organize an International Conference on “Smart and Sustainable Technologies for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure” (SSTDRI-22) on 29-30 September 2022 This event will be jointly organised by Civil Engineering Department of Ramdeobaba College of Engineering and Management (RCOEM), Nagpur, Centre for Research and Sustainable Development (CfRSD), Rajasthan (Indian), Institution of Engineers(Nagpur Centre), Indian Water Works Association(Nagpur Centre), Association of Consulting Engineers(I) Nagpur Centre and Many other professional bodies.With the increasing unplanned urbanization, their impacts are increasing, which is primarily associated with poorly planned and unmanaged urban development, degraded ecosystems, and poverty. Unplanned urbanization has been a challenge, increasing the vulnerability of cities to natural as well as man-made hazards. Disaster is an event or a series of events that give rise to casualties and damage or loss of properties, infrastructure, environment, essential services or means of livelihood on such a scale which is beyond the normal capacity of the affected community to cope with. Disaster is also a catastrophic situation in which the normal pattern of life or eco-system has been disrupted and extraordinary emergency interventions are required to save and presser live and or the environment”. Cities can become disaster resilient through multi-sectoral and multi-stakeholder approaches along with policy level intervention. It is always required that the preparedness (resilience) of the cities should be such that minimum time is taken in response, recovery and risk reduction measures. International Conference on “Smart and Sustainable Technologies for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure (SSTDRI)-2022 aims to raise the awareness of sustainability in every aspect of Infrastructure Development. The two days International Conference is planned to bring planners, researchers, academicians practicing engineers, policy makers, regulators, administrators, investors, legal & IT solution Providers and NGOs on a common platform to share and discuss their experiences, technical advancement, constraints and other significant issues on sustainable infrastructure development.List of Keynote Speakers, Committee Member are available in the pdf.

The Natural Environment and Its Impact On Human Life Patterns In The Ancient Maghreb During Prehistoric Times

The natural environment in the countries of the ancient Maghreb had a clear impact on the population inhabited in those areas in terms of social life and relations between them as well as relations with their neighbors in addition to its clear impact on the practice of industries and crafts especially the practice of agriculture and grazing. These countries are distinguished of great varieties in their geographical landmarks starting from Libya in the east passing through Tunisia and Algeria and ending with the Far Maghreb. The most important characteristic of its terrain and natural environment is the mountain ranges especially the Atlas Mountains which extend from the Far Maghreb to Tunisia in the north through Algeria. As for Libya، the most famous heights is the green mountain and to the south of these countries the desert was formed which continues to along the Sothern line of these countries which were once a green forest area and a passage for migration to and from the countries of the ancient Maghreb before the drought period. This research aims to present an illustration of the natural environment of the Maghreb countries and their division starting from the coastal plains، mountain ranges and plateaus، and ending with the desert areas. The research will also present the topography of each of these countries separately and showing the views of some researchers and their theories in the geography of this country.

Implications for Health Management Through an Analysis of Changes in Life Patterns of Generation Z College Students Experiencing the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Qualitative Study.

This study examines the radical changes in the everyday life patterns of Gen Z college students and their health-related perceptions in the online era. Twelve Korean college students in their 20s attending online classes were included in this study. Online video interviews were conducted between September 2021 and January 2022, and content analysis was performed on the one-on-one interview transcripts. Four main categories and ten subcategories were derived from the data analysis: (1) living in a mobile world, (2) new lifestyle transcending time and space and adaptation to the change, (3) expansion of the meaning of health, and (4) interest in health and health management. Gen Z college students have quickly adapted to the convenience of a non-face-to-face lifestyle, and their perceptions about health and methods of health management have also changed accordingly. Correspondingly, for the new generation of university students, providing customized health care that reflects the lifestyle of using mobile devices and includes self-management areas is necessary.

재한 중국 이주노동자의 삶과 여가문화에 대한 문화기술적 해석

The main purpose of this study was to explore the life and leisure culture affecting the adaptation of Chinese migrant workers living in Korea through an ethnographic approach of qualitative research. A total of 11 people were recruited through Snowball Sampling. Finally 10 people participated in the study. Meaningful results were extracted from the study for four upper-level categories and eight lower-level categories. Depending on the type of work, study participants show differentiation in the way they choose leisure activities. White-collar workers enjoy a variety of physically-active activities. However, blue-collar workers prefer gentle activities. Chinese migrant workers show two phenomena when adapting to culture: “integration” and “separation”. The study participants in the “integration” phenomenon actively embraced Korean culture, while the study participants in the “separation” phenomenon maintained their own life patterns. In addition, They empathise with their own kind and form a sympathetic bond and a family-like relationship.

Pendekatan Normatif sebagai Metodologi Penelitian Hukum Islam

Islam as a complete religion cannot be separated from some of the rules in it, or better known as Shari'a. With this Shari'a, a law appears that regulates the pattern of human life. Responding to problems in society must be based on a dynamic approach and each of them is capable and there is no reason to abandon these problems and practice through a normative approach.The emergence of a normative approach is the result of the thoughts of Muslim scholars and scholars to develop scientific treasures in responding to legal issues that are in the midst of society. Because the world is growing rapidly with various problems and causing problems in social life. Then comes a normative approach to be used as a basis in answering questions of Islamic law This research is descriptive in nature, namely research that presents various literature and then is developed and analyzed and then draws conclusions. The results of this study are that the normative approach in research contributes in the form of: a). examines Islamic law in a structured manner, b). has a strong foundation c). Normative approaches in scientific disciplines are part of Normative-thelogic and integration-interconnections in their studies.
 Keywords: Normative, Islamic Law, Integration-Interconnection.

Penguatan Kompotensi Guru Dalam Pengembangan Perangkat Pembelajaran Tematik - Integrated Berbasis Pendekatan Saintifik di SD Gugus Umamapu Waingapu Kabupaten Sumba Timur

Elementary school education today, in the first decade of the 21st century, is faced with global challenges where people's life patterns change very quickly, triggered mainly by developments in information technology and global challenges. This community service is offered to solve the problems faced by the teacher group at SD Gugus Umamapu Waingapu Elementary School, East Sumba Regency. Looking at the partner's problems, the implementation method offered in service to solve the problems faced by the group of SD Gugus Umamapu Waingapu Elementary School teachers, East Sumba Regency are (1) Knowledge of designing lesson plans, (2) The teacher's knowledge of learning tools is not maximized, (3) The teacher's ability in developing learning tools still varies. To achieve the goal, community service activities are carried out in the form of training. Training activities are designed with the stages of the service cycle such as the stages of the Classroom Action Research (PTK) cycle. The stages of the PTK cycle consist of planning, action, observation and reflection activities. The PTK stages are used as a reference for the stages of training activities at this trial. The proposed method to solve the problem that has been formulated is divided into three stages, namely the preparation, implementation, observation and reflection stages. Strengthening Teacher Competence in Developing Thematic Learning Devices - Integrated Based on a Scientific Approach at Gugus Umamapu Waingapu Elementary School, East Sumba Regency, received a very positive response as shown from the reflection results at the end of the mentoring. Service activities are categorized as achieving activity objectives because there is an increase 1) 40% of teachers are able to design lesson plans with mapping indicators in the good category, 2) 40% of teachers are able to design lesson plans with appropriate learning strategies to achieve learning objectives, 3) 40% of teachers are able to design stages learning with inquiry learning strategies to achieve learning indicators, 4) 10% of teachers are able to choose appropriate learning media to teach students with appropriate learning strategies.

EXPLORING STUDENTS’ OPINION ON THE IMPLEMENTATION OF LOCAL CULTURE BASED LEARNING IN TEACHING ENGLISH

Culture is an aspect of life that influences the mindset and habits of a population in a region. Culture is also an element that cannot be separated from a community's pattern of life, so it is very necessary to understand a culture in order to determine boundaries when carrying out an activity in everyday life. This study aims to examine students' perceptions of learning English based on local culture. Research using qualitative methods through a descriptive approach. Participants in this study consisted of 30 students who were studying English. Data were obtained through observation and interviews related to students' opinions when learning English through local culture-based learning. Data were analyzed through data reduction, data display, and conclusion. The results of the study show that students are highly motivated to understand English material related to local culture. In addition, students can more easily understand the material provided related to local culture and can be more confident when explaining their understanding and knowledge using English.

0091 The Association Between Sleep Health Facets and Inflammatory Markers: Results from the Einstein Aging Study

Abstract Introduction Prior research assessing self-reported or nocturnal sleep suggested that specific sleep traits (sleep restriction in the laboratory; poor sleep quality, sleep disorders) are associated with both pro and anti-inflammatory cytokine and C-Reactive Protein (CRP) levels. To extend prior research, we investigated associations between multiple dimensions of objectively assessed sleep health with both circulating and stimulated inflammatory markers in a diverse sample of older adults. Methods Participants in the Einstein Aging Study (EAS) were included (N=218, Mage=77.5 years, 6% female; 46% White, 38% Black, 14% Hispanic/other). A confirmatory factor analysis using wrist actigraphy sleep variables over 16 days yielded 6-component multi-dimensional sleep health facets: Regularity, Alertness/Sleepiness (daytime), Timing, Efficiency, Duration, and Rhythmicity. Inflammatory markers collected in the morning included CRP and both circulating markers reflecting current systemic inflammation, and lipopolysaccharide (LPS)-stimulated levels of (IL-1β, IL-4, IL-6, IL-8, IL-10, TNF𝛼), which reflect responses to an inflammatory challenge, an index of immune reactivity. Associations between each inflammatory marker and each sleep health facet were examined using linear regression, controlling for BMI, gender, age, education, ethnicity/race, number of health conditions, nocturnal hypoxemia, Oxygen Desaturation Index (ODI)≥15. Results Participants with more daytime sleepiness (i.e., higher number and longer duration of naps and lower activity level) had higher circulating IL-6 and CRP levels. Lower sleep efficiency was associated with lower levels of the anti-inflammatory circulating cytokine IL-4 and higher levels of stimulated IL-8 and TNF𝛼. Longer sleep duration was associated with higher levels of circulating IL-1β and CRP. Less rhythmicity across days was associated with higher levels of circulating IL-6. Nocturnal hypoxemia was associated with higher levels of CRP and stimulated IL-4, IL-8, and TNFα. We found no association between sleep timing and regularity and any inflammatory marker. Conclusion We observed that various sleep health facets are related to markers of inflammation and immune reactivity in older adults. This research also demonstrates the value of using 24-hour, device-based estimates of different sleep health facets relevant for immune function. Associations between 24-h sleep and inflammation are particularly important for older adults, who evidence more daytime sleepiness and less rhythmic sleep/active patterns in daily life. Support (if any) R01AG062622, P01AG003949, RF1AG056331-04

0410 Lavender essential oil and sleep hygiene as therapeutic options for insomniac postmenopausal women: a randomized clinical trial

Abstract Introduction Menopausal transition and postmenopause often bring sleep complaints and insomnia, a common sleep disorder. In addition, women at this stage also experience vasomotor symptoms, which can compromise sleep maintenance and quality of life. This study aimed to observe the effect of an intervention with aromatherapy and sleep hygiene in the quality of life, self-related sleep pattern and hot flashes record in postmenopausal women with insomnia diagnosis. Methods This pilot study is a double-blind randomized clinical trial. Of the 135 women interested in participating in the study, 34 postmenopausal women met the inclusion criteria and completed the protocol. Volunteers were clinically diagnosed with insomnia and distributed in two groups: Aroma Group (Lavandula angustifolia essential oil) (n=17) and Placebo Group (sunflower oil) (n=17), both inhaled before bedtime for 29 days. The groups received sleep hygiene guidelines and were monitored weekly. To assess the effect of the intervention, the Menopause-Specific Quality-of-Life Questionnaire, intervention version (MENQOL-I), and Epworth Sleepiness Scale (ESS) were used. With data from the sleep diary, we evaluated sleep onset latency (SLO), total sleep time (TST) and sleep efficiency (SE) daily. Additionally, participants who complained of vasomotor symptoms were invited to fill out a hot flashes form, reporting the presence or absence of these symptoms, daily amount, and its intensity. Results The therapeutic approaches in this study benefited participants in both groups in almost all domains of quality of life and self-rated sleep patterns such as TST and SE. Particularly, the lavender essential oil intervention provided significant improvement in the overall quality of life score over time. No differences were observed considering the hot flashes record and sleepiness. Conclusion The aromatherapy intervention was effective in improving overall quality of life in the Aroma group. Furthermore, strategies such as sleep hygiene and a sleep diary helped participants to self-assess their sleep routine and improve it. Support (if any) This research was supported by fellowships from Associação Fundo de Incentivo à Pesquisa (AFIP), Coordenação de Aperfeiçoamento de Pessoal de Nível Superior (CAPES) - Finance Code 001, and Conselho Nacional de Pesquisa (CNPq). Laszlo (essential oils, books, foods, and aromatherapy products) donated the necessary oils for this project.

Socialization, Relaxation, and Leisure across the Day by Social Determinants of Health: Results from the American Time Use Survey, 2014-2016.

This study used the American Time Use Survey (ATUS) to examine socialization, relaxation, and leisure activities throughout the day as related to social determinants of health (SDOH). The study population was adults aged 25 years and older who participated in the ATUS in 2014-2016, the most recent years for collecting SDOH. Descriptive analyses provide characteristics of the study population. Graphical analyses display socialization by SDOH across the hours of the day based on adjusted regression models. Quasi-binomial models analyzed the association between the numbers of minutes of various activities and SDOH. Associations between SDOH and sleeplessness (yes or no) were explored using logistic regression. For much of the day, being female, having less education, living in poverty, and having food insecurity were associated with more time socializing and relaxing. The major activities under socializing and relaxation are watching television and movies. Having a college degree was strongly associated with increased minutes of sports activity, whereas living in poverty and food insecurity were associated with fewer minutes. Less education, living in poverty, and having food insecurity were associated with sleeplessness. A possible mechanism of the effects of SODH on health is by its altering of the patterns of daily life.

Relationship between lifestyle changes due to the COVID-19 pandemic and depression: Nationwide population-based research using Community Health Survey data in South Korea

AimsThis study evaluated the association between depression and lifestyle changes due to the COVID-19 pandemic and evaluated this association in patients with chronic diseases. MethodsData were obtained from the 2020 Community Health Survey in South Korea. This study included 212,806 participants and perceived changes in life patterns (sleep, food, and exercise) after the COVID-19 outbreak were measured. People with hypertension or diabetes were categorized as patients with chronic diseases and depression was defined as a score of ≥10 on the Patient Health Questionnaire-9. ResultsCompared with before the COVID-19 pandemic, increased or decreased sleep, the consumption of instant food, and decreased physical activity were associated with increased depression. Compared with the general population, patients with chronic diseases showed increased depression, with or without medication. Additionally, among patients with chronic diseases not taking medication, increased physical activity was associated with reduced depression, whereas reduced physical activity was associated with increased depression in both younger and older groups. ConclusionsThis study found that unhealthy lifestyle changes during the COVID-19 pandemic were associated with increased depression. Maintaining a certain lifestyle is important for mental health. Chronic disease patients need appropriate disease management, including physical activity.

New student admission information system design with payment gateway

Regarding the rapid phase of technological progress in all fields, as well as the pattern of people's lives that have been relatively advanced. The purpose of this research is to design a payment gateway-based student admission system at SMP Muhammadiyah 3 Waru using the waterfall method. Web-based information systems can be used as a means of improving information in the education department. In the existing research on the information system for new student admissions, payment processing is carried out manually by paying on the spot or transferring to the school accounts. It is required to confirm payments and utilize SMS gateways as an information forwarder to information. This system delivers complete information such as how to register, test, and payment gateway-based methods. The results obtained by all service menus on the system have been running well.

KONSEP MANUSIA DALAM PENDIDIKAN HAKIKAT MANUSIA THE PERFECT MAN

ABSTRACT
 This study aims to determine the human concept in education, especially regarding human nature (The Perfect Man) by using the literacy method. The results are known as follows Humans who have been created by Allah SWT who have special features from birth have differences and various potentials. Humans have various features, therefore it has various terms such as superior humans, perfect humans, ideal humans, plenary humans, the perfect men, and perfect humans by means of holistic education. Holistic education focuses more on the process so that an individual gains needed knowledge that can be applied in his social environment. There are five important factors that continuously and simultaneously build human personality. These factors are as follows, First, the mother's factor which provides a spiritual structure and dimension which is full of love and tenderness, Second, the father's factor which provides a dimension of strength and self-esteem, Thirdly, the school factor which helps to form outward character, Fourthly, the community factor which provide an empirical environment, Fifth, the general cultural factors of society that provide a pattern of human life

Occupational therapy in the rehabilitation management of obesity in adults

Obesity is a global human problem due to its high prevalence and negative consequences for health, life duration and quality of life of the population. This situation makes it necessary to pay more attention to effective rehabilitation of overweight and obese persons. The article considers approaches to the application of occupational therapy measures in the rehabilitation management of obesity: the impact of the disease on occupation is described, the methods of occupational therapy assessment and the goals of occupational therapy interventions are defined, the role of occupational therapy measures is substantiated, an overview of the main occupational therapy strategies that have confirmed their effectiveness in the treatment of obesity in the adult population is provided. A client-centered approach to occupational therapy has been found to be particularly valuable in the treatment of chronic relapsing obesity. Using analysis of occupation performance and understanding the client's performance skills helps occupational therapists implement meaningful and effective interventions that promote the client's active participation in changing the daily life habits, roles, and patterns that underlie the development of obesity. Prospects for further research are practical testing and research of the effectiveness of occupational therapy programs for people with obesity in the context of the Ukrainian health care system.

New record of the Bluntnose scorpionfish, Neomerinthe erostris (Alcock 1896) (Teleostei: Scorpaenidae) from Mayotte, southwestern Indian Ocean

The Bluntnose scorpionfish Neomerinthe erostris is recorded for the first time from Mayotte, southwestern Indian Ocean, based on a specimen photographed in November 2022, at a depth of 115 m. The live colour pattern of this species is described for the first time.