Theme In Literature Research Articles

Consideration of the geological and technical condition of the reservoir and wellbore bottom zone in the selection of the cement composition applied to the production wellbore flow zone

Production well filter zone must comply a number of technical and economic requirements to maintain design oil production parameters. Howewer, despite the relevance of the problem, in the thematic literature and regulatory documentation on cementing operations, the issue of taking into account geological and technological, physical, chemical and geomechanical parameters of the productive formation around the producing wells is practically not paid to attention. Mainly, there are considered the cementing process in drilling operations along the wellbore as a whole. This article presents the results of laboratory, experimental and theoretical studies related to the development and application of technology that ensures the cementing works quality and safety, aimed at supporting the production wells filter zone in fields operating under «Azneft» PU. A technology has been developed for a reasonable and economical selection of materials and component composition, regulators and additives for setting and hardening of cement slurry, taking into account factors affecting the strength properties of the resulting cement stone in contact with the aggressive environment of the reservoir system. Technology is based on a comparative of the stresses arising in the resulting cement stone and drainage zone, checking the properties of the cement powder used in accordance with the filter zone current state. By using the research results carried out some of regulatory documents were adopted regulating the choice of cement composition for the well filter zone according to the formation geological and technological parameters. Application of the proposed approach is possible for wells of any field. Keywords: cementing; cement slurry; well filter zone; cement slurry flow ability; lightweight cement slurry; cementing of well filter zone with maintenance of its capacity.

CREATIVE CONVERGENCE AND FUSION OF FORMS: CROSS POLLINATION OF ART AND LITERATURE IN WESTERN AND INDIAN PERSPECTIVES

This paper explores the dynamic intersection between art and literature, focusing on the process of cross-pollination, where the two forms influence, enrich, and inspire one another. By examining key movements such as Romanticism, Surrealism, and Modernism, the study highlights how visual art and literary narratives have historically interacted to create new expressions of thought, emotion, and culture. Drawing on examples from Indian and Western traditions, the paper delves into the ways artists and writers borrow techniques, themes, and metaphors from each other, creating hybrid forms that challenge conventional boundaries. Special attention is given to the use of ekphrasis in literature, where art is translated into narrative, and the visual storytelling seen in artistic works that reflect literary themes. This interdisciplinary approach reveals how both art and literature serve as mirrors of societal values and human experiences, transcending medium-specific constraints. The paper argues that this cross-pollination not only diversifies creative expression but also fosters deeper connections between cultures and periods, expanding the scope of interpretation and aesthetic appreciation.

Zakat vs Tax: A Maqasid Sharia Perspective

This study explores the comparison between zakat and tax within the framework of maqasid sharia perspective. Specifically, this study compares zakat and tax in terms of how effectively each system fulfills the objectives (maqasid ) of sharia such as hifz al-mal (protection of wealth), islah (rectification), hifz al-nafs (salvation of the soul), and 'adl (social justice). It aims to evaluate the extent of the impact of zakat and tax implementation on wealth distribution, poverty elimination, and the establishment of a just economic structure. Through a comprehensive analytical approach, this study evaluates the contribution of each instrument towards the realization of these objectives. A qualitative approach and a thematic literature review is adopted to explore evidences related to zakat vs tax from a maqasid sharia perspective. The result shows that zakat proves to be an effective tool in supporting equitable wealth distribution and social safety, while taxes provide consistent funding for public services. However, challenges such as compliance, transparency and fairness remain a critical focus. This research provides important insights into how the implementation of zakat and tax can be optimized to achieve the desired balance within the maqasid sharia framework.

“Turning Others’ Leaves”: The Politics of National Literary Identity in Renaissance England

The origins of the sense in Renaissance England for a distinct English literary identity may be traced back to Geoffrey Chaucer and John Gower in the fourteenth century. However, it was with the Elizabethan generation of writers and poets in the second half of the sixteenth century that this sense became a serious concern and constituted the essence of their literary politics at the time. In fact, at a time when political, ideological, cultural, economic, commercial, and colonialist nationalism was on the rise in Renaissance Europe, it would not be unusual for the Elizabethans to pursue radical policies of nationalism in every sphere, including most importantly the formation of a national literary identity. Accordingly, for the literati of the time, especially for the generation of Sir Philip Sidney, Edmund Spenser, Christopher Marlowe, William Shakespeare, and their contemporaries, literary creativity and originality and, consequently, independence from foreign influence were to be prioritized and privileged over imitation and traditionality. Therefore, they increasingly turned away from the imitation of Continental literary norms and explicitly rejected Petrarchan populism; instead, they were involved in a deliberate and focused engagement in a process of theoretical and pragmatic politics for the creation of national literature. The new national literature they envisaged was not only to be authentic and native in identity but also to match up the intellectual standards of Renaissance humanism and literary performance at large. So this article is an analytical and argumentative attempt, with the main focus on Sidney and Spenser, to demonstrate in what ways and by what perceptions the Elizabethans were motivated for the formation of a national literary identity.

Echoes of the gothic: transmedia reinterpretations of Edgar Allan Poe’s legacy in independent films and video games

This study critically examines the development of audiovisual and interactive content that draws on Edgar Allan Poe’s oeuvre, with a particular focus on the interplay of transmedia storytelling and gothic elements within these narratives. Utilizing summative content analysis and non-participant observation, this research investigates five films and five independent video games that reinterpret Poe’s literary themes. The results underscore the necessity of incorporating Mythos, Topos, and Ethos in adaptations to faithfully evoke the profound emotional resonance and explore the psychological and existential dilemmas inherent in Poe’s works. Our analysis reveals distinct narrative strategies in cinema and video games: while horror predominates in film, integrating supernatural elements to evoke fear, video games predominantly leverage noir, crafting complex crime narratives infused with cynicism and dark ambiance. Additionally, the study highlights how gothic elements of abjection and sublimity are leveraged to navigate themes of mortality, morality, and the uncanny, thereby ensuring the continued relevance of Poe’s legacy in contemporary media landscapes. This adaptation process not only preserves the essence of Poe’s narrative but also dynamically engages a modern audience through innovative transmedia platforms, illustrating the enduring impact of his work on popular culture.

Despair and Alienation in T. S. Eliot’s and Adonis’ Poetry: A Comparative Study

This article sheds light on some outstanding topics that deal with modern literary themes like alienation and despair by showing their negative effects on modern individual's life. The definition of alienation, its types, and an analysis of the self and soul are done according to different philosophers who Eliot is influenced by. The paper also portrays the impact of the two world wars and how their related economic, social, and political events have worsened the physical and spiritual alienation. In their poetry, T. S. Eliot and Adonis accentuate this adversity throughout their quest for a meaningful existence. According to Eliot, returning to religion is a necessity for overriding the crisis of spiritual alienation and loss. On the other hand, writing poetry is Adonis’ technique to surpass internal despair where realms of divine imagination are weaved to soothe the sense of isolation. The study also delineates how both poets have used symbolic and figurative language to present the bitter reality. Although Eliot uses an impersonal way for portraying alienation, Adonis tends to be biographical in depicting this trauma.

Technology innovation to reduce health inequality in skin diagnosis and to improve patient outcomes for people of color: a thematic literature review and future research agenda

Technology innovation to reduce health inequality in skin diagnosis and to improve patient outcomes for people of color: a thematic literature review and future research agenda

최근 10년간 국내 노인간호 시뮬레이션 교육의 효과

Purpose : This study aims to analyze and summarize the trends of research conducted on domestic elderly nursing simulation through a thematic literature review method, in order to gain insights into the overall direction of research in this field. Method : This study conducts a thematic literature review of papers published in domestic academic journals, focusing on topics related to domestic elderly nursing simulation, to understand the research trends in this area. Results : The analysis of research topics revealed the following themes addressed in the papers related to domestic elderly nursing simulation: ‘Development and validation of a simulation-based educational program aimed at enhancing patient safety performance for caregivers in elderly care facilities’, ‘Effectiveness of simulation-based education in preventing frailty among the elderly through home nursing interventions’, ‘Impact of simulation-based practical training programs on home health management knowledge, problem- solving skills, and clinical performance’, ‘Development and effectiveness of standardized patient simulation- based professional training programs for managing home care for seniors with dementia’, ‘Nursing students’ experiences in virtual simulation and hybrid simulation-based elderly nursing practicum education: a mixed-methods research approach’, ‘Effects of simulation-based education on communication skills, academic self-efficacy, and attitudes towards the elderly among nursing students when caring for elderly individuals with cognitive impairment’, and ‘Assessment of demand for simulation-based home nursing education for frail elderly individuals’. Conclusion : These findings underscore the diverse applications and effectiveness of simulation- based education in various aspects of elderly nursing care in domestic settings.

Journeys without End: Narrative Endings and Implied Readers in Acts of the Apostles and Philostratus’ Life of Apollonius of Tyana

This contribution compares the final sections of Acts of the Apostles and Philostratus’ Life of Apollonius of Tyana. Through this comparison, I aim to show that these two writings resemble one another in their attention to travel as a literary theme. Both Acts and Life employ this theme to communicate their message and, in their narrative endings, set up their implied readers as travelers who are meant to continue the journeys of the protagonists in these writings. At the same time, Acts and Life differ in how exactly they envision their readers to continue the journeys of their protagonists. I will argue that these similarities and differences can be explained by the shared social and intellectual climate that Acts and Life inhabit: both writings result from discourses on travel and self that were rife among intellectuals in the Roman Empire in the first three centuries of our era, irrespective of their ethnic, legal, or cultural affiliations.

Pursuing European Green Deal milestones in times of war in Ukraine – a context of energy transition in Poland

Within the sustainable development (SD) paradigm, the European Green Deal (EGD) sets dynamic energy transition goals for the European Union (EU). However, diverse dynamics among member states, exacerbated by events like the COVID-19 pandemic and the war in Ukraine, directly influence this progress. This paper aims to present the energy transition course in EU countries up against the implementation of the objectives of the EGD. This paper conducts a thematic (scoping) literature review and comparative analysis of energy transition progress in all EU countries, concentrating on Poland, which faces unique challenges, including a sluggish pace of energy transition and the effects of the Russian invasion on Ukraine in this regard. Recommendations for Poland include an intensified focus on investments in renewable energy sources (RES) and low-carbon installations. The results demonstrate that collective success in SD necessitates each EU member fulfilling national climate goals, emphasising the need for a unified commitment to navigate complexities and build a sustainable future.

Mapping, reflecting, and exploring education for the labour movement: a thematic literature review

ABSTRACT This article offers a comprehensive thematic literature review on labour education, exploring the major contributions as well as some of the limits of this scholarship and future directions for researchers. Based on an analysis of 180 English-language publications from the 1960s until today, we find several general trends that we analyse as four broad themes in this literature: the politics of labour education; labour education in, through, and with formal educational institutions; the pedagogy of labour education; and labour education, globalisation, and transnational solidarity. Identifying some of the gaps in the existing scholarship, we propose several future directions for research on labour education: connecting social movement scholarship and the labour education literature; labour education programmes that centre intersectionality, namely themes such as gender justice, anti-racism, and disability; labour education through solidarity with other social movements, such as the environmental movement; and labour education programmes led by different types of labour organisations beyond trade unions. Overall, this article contributes to our understanding of how labour education can strengthen the labour movement, reduce inequality, and promote decent work for all.

Ethical Consumerism in Emerging Markets: Opportunities and Challenges

Despite the economic, social, and environmental importance of emerging countries, most existing research into ethical consumerism has focused on developed market contexts. We introduce this Special Issue (SI) and provide a comprehensive thematic literature review considering three broad categories or aspects of ethical consumerism research, (1) contexts of ethical consumption, (2) forms of ethical consumerism, and (3) approaches to explaining ethical consumer behavior. We summarize the articles of this SI as part of the thematic literature review to provide an understanding of how these articles and this SI’s overall contribute to ethical consumerism research. Each article in this SI offers new insights into a specific field of ethical consumerism while focusing on emerging market contexts. Overall, this SI expands knowledge related to the dynamics and challenges of ethical consumerism and offers future research directions in this area.

Generative artificial intelligence in education: A narrative literature review

One year after the release of ChatGPT, the literature on its usage in education has proliferated at a rapid pace. The present paper reviews the literature on generative artificial intelligence in education, providing a narrative account of the themes emerging from the burgeoning field. The review covers 121 peer-reviewed articles, analyzed through a two-stage inductive/deductive coding process. Findings are organized into thirteen distinct themes that characterize the reviewed papers, including such themes as adaptation, value alignment, and the loss of critical thinking. The findings within each theme are then discussed to elicit key questions that follow from the research published to date. The paper concludes with four synthesized pathways that the literature's themes evince: staying adaptable, embracing collaboration, prioritizing human considerations, and reimagining pedagogy. Keywords: Artificial intelligence; ChatGPT; educational technologies; language models

The Discourse of Repression. Narrativity and Semantics Inside the Securitate Files of the Burning Bush from Antim Monastery

The archives of the political police during the Communist regime are documents whose circumstances of production make them different to interpret from other types of documents. They were generated by an instance of enunciation that was a repressive institution, directly interested in the repression of those perceived as political enemies. The present study starts from the story of a group of clergy and intellectuals known as the Burning Bush, who were part of a religious association (a cultural circle) in the second half of the 1940s. A decade later, several people connected to the initial group, their acquaintances as well as other younger students who gravitated around the older monks for spiritual formation were arrested during the 1958 repressive wave. An extensive surveillance had been developing prior to their arrest and their reunions and meetings in which they discussed religious and literary topics were interpreted in the archives as “hostile” and threatening towards the state. The paper inquires into how the documents create a coherent narrative of a group enemy that conspires against the Communist state, and also how semantics plays into the construction of the surveillance and the criminal files of the Burning Bush group.

COMPARATIVE ANTHROPOLOGICAL CHARACTERISTICS OF ATTIC WHITE-GROUND VASE PAINTING

Introduction. Of the numerous ceramic production centers of ancient Greece, the Attica region is notable for its continuous development of vase painting styles. Compared to the black-figure and red-figure painting techniques, the polychrome painting of Attic vases on a white-ground may indicate polymorphism in the pigmentation of the ancient Greeks. Materials and methods. The material was collected in digitized museum collections and thematic literature. The color and nature of the characters' hair were studied from vase painting and funerary painting. Anthroposcopic method and simple statistics were used. The significance of differences between groups was assessed using the chi-square test. Results and discussion. In all samples of Attic vase painting, the wavy nature of the hair is predominant, and this frequency does not change significantly over time. The highest frequency of straight nature of the hair (13.3%) is observed in white-ground vase painting. In comparison with the characters in vase paintings, modern Greeks have predominantly straight, lightly wavy hair, especially in women, and then wavy hair. For all style groups of Attic vase painting, no gender differences in nature of the hair were identified. The depiction of hair color on white-ground vase paintings of the early classical and classical times is significantly different: in the earlier vase painting, black and dark brown predominate, and in the later ones, brown/light brown and red-brown. The minimum frequency of dark shades of the hair is noted in Hellenistic funerary painting; it shows, like the white-ground vase painting of the classics, a lighter-pigmented population. The hair color of the modern Greek population is predominantly dark. Based on the hypothesis that the artist depicts familiar forms as traditional ones and reflects the anthropological characteristics of his group, the polymorphism of pigmentation and nature of the hair of the ancient and modern Greek populations is different. Conclusion. Groups of art sources that differ in chronology and style do not represent the hair pigmentation of the population of ancient Greece in the same way. To further study polymorphism of pigmentation of the ancient population, it is necessary to correct the methodology to correlate the actual colors used in vase/mural painting with the hair color classes of the traditional color scale, as well as the use of additional comparative materials.

The Industry 5.0 (I50) paradigm, blockchain-based applications and the smart city

PurposeAgainst the background of the I50 paradigm, this paper queries in what ways blockchain and blockchain-based applications deployed in the smart city context facilitate the integration of the I50 paradigm in smart urban contexts.Design/methodology/approachA mixed methods approach is applied. First, by means of desk research and thematic literature review, a conceptual model integrating the I50 paradigm, smart city and blockchain-based solutions is built. Second, science mapping bibliometric analysis (SciMat) based on keywords’ co-occurrence is applied to a sample of 491 research articles to identify key domains of blockchain-based applications’ use in smart city. Third, a semi-systematic literature review complements insights gained through SciMat. Fourth, the findings are interpreted through the precepts of the conceptual model devised earlier.FindingsThe key blockchain-based applications in smart cities pertain to two domains, i.e. the foundational, service facilitation-oriented domain, including security (and safety), networks, computing, resource management and the service delivery-oriented domain, including mobility, energy and healthcare. Blockchain serves as the key building block for applications developed to deliver functions specific to each of the thus identified domains. A substantial layering of blockchain-based tools and applications is necessary to advance from the less to the more complex functional domains of the smart city.Originality/valueAt the conceptual level, the intricacies of the (making of the) I50 paradigm are discussed and a case for I50 – smart city – blockchain nexus is made. Easton’s input–output model as well as constructivism is referenced. At the empirical level, the key major domains of blockchain-based applications are discussed; those that bear the prospect of integrating the I50 paradigm in the smart city are highlighted. At the methodological level, a strategic move is made aimed at restoring the literature review’s role as subservient to the key line of exploration, to justify and ultimately support it, rather than to showcase the literature review as the ultimate purpose for itself.

STRATEGIC CONTROLLING TOOLS IN THE MANAGEMENT OF UKRAINIAN AGRICULTURAL COMPANIES

The subject of the study is the system of strategic control in an organisation, which is necessary for agri-food companies in the context of implementing the principles of sustainable development. Methodology. The following economic research methods were used in the study: monographic method (when studying scientific sources and reviewing thematic literature; studying the directions of sustainable development of business entities in the agri-food sector of Ukraine); scientific abstraction and generalisation (when studying various methodological approaches to determining the content of controlling); abstract and logical method (when determining the role and place of strategic controlling in the management system of agri-food companies, formulating conclusions based on the results of the study); methods of analysis and synthesis (when substantiating a set of tools for strategic controlling by elements of its system). The aim of the study is to supplement the methodological framework of the strategic controlling system for managing companies in the agri-food sector. Results. Controlling is an important management function, and its effectiveness determines the success of an organisation in achieving its goals and objectives. In modern conditions, strategic controlling can be combined with two main approaches – as a management philosophy and as a management function and mechanism. The system of strategic controlling is determined by a set of complex factors of the external and internal environment that determine the possibility of achieving the long-term goals and objectives. The implementation of sustainable development goals and objectives by agri-food companies creates new requirements for the strategic controlling system, the main of which are transparency, flexibility, inclusiveness, openness and efficiency. In order to successfully achieve the planned targets of sustainable development, the strategic controlling system should use a set of tools that is determined by the nature and effect of the relevant elements. It is proposed to use benchmarking, ABC-analysis, SWOT-analysis, PESTEL-analysis, methods of expert evaluation, CVP-analysis, financial analysis, network graphs and methods of expert forecasting as the main tools for strategic controlling of agri-food companies.

Applying Design Thinking to Educational Robotics : A Thematic Literature Review

Applying Design Thinking to Educational Robotics : A Thematic Literature Review

Penafsiran Ayat-Ayat Toleransi Dalam Tafsir Al-Azhar dan Al-Misbah Serta Implementasinya Terhadap Masyarakat Indonesia

There must be no spelling, grammatical or expression errors in the language used. Indonesia is a plural country, but most people still do not realize and understand the concept of tolerance which results in harmony. The proof is that there are still conflicts between religions such as in East Java in December 2021, in Brikang Village, Menganti sub-district, Gersik, Central Java on April 10, 2022, even 50% of utterances on social media contain intolerant values. This arises because of the lack of understanding of the Muslim community, especially of the content of the Qur'an about the importance of tolerance. The purpose of this research is to examine how the content of tolerance verses in Al-Azhar and Al-Misbah commentaries, is then contextualized in the life of Indonesian society. This research method uses a qualitative method of thematic literature study. The results of this study indicate that Hamka and Quraisy Shihab in Qs. Al-An'am verse 108, QS. Al-Mumtahanah verse 8-9, QS. Saba's verse 25 states that insulting, reviling, and discriminating against non-Muslims is despicable behavior. Both of them allow associating with non-Muslims with the rules: not to criticize their beliefs, not to discuss the shortcomings of beliefs in front of them directly, associate with polite language, questions that are not offensive, associate if it provides inter-religious benefits, and does not bring madharat. However, it is still with the limitations that can be associated as long as they are not hostile and do not expel from the homeland.

Using National Literary Works to Foster Children’s Character Development Through Parents’ Language Intervention

The effect of national literary works on children’s character development was investigated through both naturalistic observation and mixed methods data analysis. The children who took part in this study were, on average, eight years old. The findings demonstrate that: 1) language intervention through national literary works enhances children’s character development by appealing to them through the setting, action, characters’ appearance, expression, and colors; 2) parents play key roles in this process by selecting appropriate themes, enforcing viewing rules, accompanying their children while watching, and discussing the content of the stories with them; 3) the roles of teachers and individuals in the children surroundings include supporting the parents’ program which requires them to treat the children in line with the information provided by the parents regarding their children. This study concludes that language intervention through national literary works positively impacts children’s character development when supported by the roles of parents, teachers, and individuals in their environment. This study contributes to teaching character through literature.