Related Concepts Research Articles

Filsafat Pendidikan Islam Sebagai Alat Untuk Mengatasi Konflik Sosial Dalam Film Tanda Tanya

This research aims to analyze the role of Islamic education philosophy in resolving social conflicts as depicted in the film Tanda Tanya by Hanung Bramantyo. The movie presents a portrait of the life of a pluralistic Indonesian society with diverse religious, cultural, and belief backgrounds, as well as social conflicts that arise from this diversity. This study uses a qualitative research method with a literature study approach, in which literature sources related to the philosophy of Islamic education and related concepts are used as a theoretical basis. The analysis technique used is content analysis, focusing on the depiction of social conflict and resolution in the film and its relevance to the principles in the philosophy of Islamic education, such as the values of tolerance, peace, and social harmony. The results of the analysis show that Islamic education, through the cultivation of values such as mutual respect, openness, and interfaith understanding, can be an effective tool in overcoming social conflicts. The conclusion of this study confirms that the values in Islamic education philosophy have the potential to encourage the creation of a harmonious society and reduce social conflict in a diverse society.

Newman’s theory of health as expanding consciousness: an evolutionary concept analysis

BackgroundThe health as expanding consciousness (HEC) theory posits that health and disease are interconnected components of a comprehensive process aimed at expanding consciousness.AimThe objective of this study is to introduce the concept, research status and applications of HEC and offer a comprehensive understanding of its various key components.Data sourcesDatabases including EMBASE, PubMed, ScienceDirect, ProQuest, Wiley, Web of Science, Sinomed, China National Knowledge Infrastructure, Wanfang, and CQVIP, covering the period from 1986 to 2023.MethodEmploying Rodgers’ evolutionary concept analysis approach, this study included and analysed 70 studies.ResultsThe characteristics of HEC comprise aspects such as movement, time, space, energy, rhythm, and paradigm of health. The antecedents of HEC encompass disease, chaos, binding, centring, and choice point. Consequences associated with HEC include self-transcendence, unbinding, decentring, expanded consciousness, real freedom, pattern recognition, absolute consciousness, and death.ConclusionThis study has identified substitute terms, related concepts, attributes, antecedents, consequences, and empirical references associated with HEC. The findings provide valuable information applicable across various domains of nursing, encompassing practice, education, research, and management.

Identifying interaction boundary of inverter-based generation in assessing system strength of power grids using relative electrical distance concept

The increasing use of inverter-based generation (IBG) in power grids raises concern about system strength. This is partly due to the inherent interactions among multiple IBGs in close proximity to one another. This paper proposes an approach to identifying the existential boundary of interaction in a network using the relative electrical distance (RED) concept. The mathematical formulation of the RED concept to address the interaction problem among the IBGs involved utilising the power system network’s admittance matrix to capture its structural characteristics. An interaction matrix derived from the RED values of all IBG pairs was then developed to identify the interacting IBG groups. The proposed approach was demonstrated using the IEEE 39-bus system and a practical 72-bus Nigerian power grid. Results showed that RED values effectively group interacting IBGs, with values closer to 0 signifying higher interaction levels, values closer to 1 indicating lower interaction, and a value of 1 denoting no interaction. Time-domain simulations confirmed the accuracy of the approach, demonstrating that the effect of control interaction propagates proportionally to neighbouring IBGs based on RED values. However, fault currents can influence the impact of control interactions. This approach, which requires less computational effort, provides a quick identification tool for potential areas of concern based on the degree of interaction, enhancing the reliability of power grids with high IBG penetration.

Advances in CT-based lung function imaging for thoracic radiotherapy.

The objective of this review is to examine the potential benefits and challenges of CT-based lung function imaging in radiotherapy over recent decades. This includes reviewing background information, defining related concepts, classifying and reviewing existing studies, and proposing directions for further investigation. The lung function imaging techniques reviewed herein encompass CT-based methods, specifically utilizing phase-resolved four-dimensional CT (4D-CT) or end-inspiratory and end-expiratory CT scans, to delineate distinct functional regions within the lungs. These methods extract crucial functional parameters, including lung volume and ventilation distribution, pivotal for assessing and characterizing the functional capacity of the lungs. CT-based lung ventilation imaging offers numerous advantages, notably in the realm of thoracic radiotherapy. By utilizing routine CT scans, additional radiation exposure and financial burdens on patients can be avoided. This imaging technique also enables the identification of different functional areas of the lung, which is crucial for minimizing radiation exposure to healthy lung tissue and predicting and detecting lung injury during treatment. In conclusion, CT-based lung function imaging holds significant promise for improving the effectiveness and safety of thoracic radiotherapy. Nevertheless, challenges persist, necessitating further research to address limitations and optimize clinical utilization. Overall, this review highlights the importance of CT-based lung function imaging as a valuable tool in radiotherapy planning and lung injury monitoring.

Do We Have to Choose Between Different Concepts of Social Structure? A Comparative Analysis of Approaches and Ideas From Nigel Pleasants, Douglas V. Porpora, and David Easton

This study of three different approaches to social structure finds Pleasants’s ideas for the use of different concepts of social structure intriguing but based on an untenable view about the possibility to discern an empirical modality. Porpora’s approach is based on the idea that the relational concept of social structure cannot be bypassed, ontologically speaking. Easton’s idea is to apply the two relational concepts of higher-order and lower-order structure. Relational structures are also salient in the specific scholarly debate studied, which strengthens the idea that it is this concept of social structure that we primarily should focus on.

Reflecting the language of ancient civilizations: A diachronic transition of “爵” and contrastive analysis of Sino-Korean Chinese characters

This study focuses on the historical and cultural significance of the Chinese character “爵” (jue), reflecting the culture of the ancient Bronze Age, and examines its semantic evolution and characteristics from a cognitive linguistic perspective. In addition, it compares and contrasts this with its use in Korean hanja (Chinese characters used in the Korean language). The research highlights that in ancient China, “爵” was initially used to denote a ceremonial wine vessel, symbolizing authority and social status, and was closely associated with rites and nobility. Over time, the meanings of “爵” expanded to include titles of nobility and official positions. Furthermore, the study explores the impact of Chinese culture and language on Korea, showing how “爵” and its related concepts were adopted and adapted within the Korean language and culture, maintaining some of its original meanings while also developing unique interpretations. It suggests that many Korean hanja words share identical meanings with their Chinese counterparts, but some have evolved distinctively, especially in the realm of religion, highlighting the interplay and diversity of cultural and linguistic influences between China and Korea.

Consequences of Local Conspecific Density Effects for Plant Diversity and Community Dynamics.

Conspecific density dependence (CDD) in plant populations is widespread, most likely caused by local-scale biotic interactions, and has potentially important implications for biodiversity, community composition, and ecosystem processes. However, progress in this important area of ecology has been hindered by differing viewpoints on CDD across subfields in ecology, lack of synthesis across CDD-related frameworks, and misunderstandings about how empirical measurements of local CDD fit within the context of broader ecological theories on community assembly and diversity maintenance. Here, we propose a conceptual synthesis of local-scale CDD and its causes, including species-specific antagonistic and mutualistic interactions. First, we compare and clarify different uses of CDD and related concepts across subfields within ecology. We suggest the use of local stabilizing/destabilizing CDD to refer to the scenario where local conspecific density effects are more negative/positive than heterospecific effects. Second, we discuss different mechanisms for local stabilizing and destabilizing CDD, how those mechanisms are interrelated, and how they cut across several fields of study within ecology. Third, we place local stabilizing/destabilizing CDD within the context of broader ecological theories and discuss implications and challenges related to scaling up the effects of local CDD on populations, communities, and metacommunities. The ultimate goal of this synthesis is to provide a conceptual roadmap for researchers studying local CDD and its implications for population and community dynamics.

Power of economics without power in economics?

Power relations dominate most social and economic processes. Despite its significance, however, the concept of structural power relations is often neglected in standard economics. Standard economics often confines itself to dissecting an idealised, abstract world, wherein power dynamics are abstracted from and seen as somewhat outside the economic realm. But, can economics be powerful in understanding, explaining and, ideally, tackling the multiple crises of our time without embedding the concept of power in its analysis? We suggest that the lack of consideration or insufficient engagement with power-related aspects in mostly standard approaches has far-reaching implications, as policies that neglect underlying power relations are not fit to address the crisis. This collection reopens the discussion of power in economics. Building on the talks and discussions at the 2023 EAEPE Pre-Conference that was held in Leeds, UK, this collection provides scholars an outlet to shed light on power structures within their field of research to highlight the complexity and interrelation of power and economics. We also conduct a literature analysis to identify different forms and categories of power used in the mainstream and heterodox economics literature with a particular focus on the different definitions and interpretations of the concept. We get our sample from the Web of Science (WoS) category ‘Economics’ in the WoS SSCI database, from 2010 to 2024. This approach provides a roadmap to better understand the different interpretations, definitions and conceptualisations of power within current literature.

Education for Robust Self‐Respect in an Unjust World†

AbstractPhilosophical work on self‐respect has distinguished between various kinds of self‐respect. In this paper, Shiying Li begins by introducing important kinds of self‐respect and exploring the conceptual and empirical relations among them. She then discusses the value and political significance of social bases of self‐respect for both individuals and society. While political theory on this topic, especially from the Rawlsian tradition, has focused on the social bases of self‐respect in a well‐ordered society, Li takes on the task of uncovering the social bases of self‐respect in an unjust society marked by structural injustices such as racism, sexism, social stigmas, and economic and other social inequalities. She provides arguments, including public reason arguments, for the political priority and urgency of securing robust self‐respect for all in an unjust society, and thus paves the way for a discussion of the role that education, especially schooling, can and should play in securing robust self‐respect. Li concludes by offering reasons to direct special attention to specific aspects of schooling and by making suggestions regarding a curriculum and pedagogy aimed at securing robust self‐respect for all.

Crossing the wicked frontier. Why sustainability science needs integrative research

Integrative research approaches have lost prominence in the scientific literature, and related concepts of ‘wicked problems’ and ‘post-normal science’ complement but do not adequately replace them. From a detailed examination of the foundational literature, three key principles are shown to be central to integrative research: (i) the knowledge cycle; (ii) representativeness and participation; and (iii) knowledge exchange mechanisms at the science–policy interface. As an example of the importance of the integrative research framework in the context of policy-relevant science, it is argued that the shortcomings of current climate change mitigation efforts arise from inappropriately ‘closing down’ the science–policy interface and focusing on a few narrow options acceptable to powerful stakeholders. This can lead to what is described as an ‘ascientific’ ratchet effect, where the knowledge cycle just loops endlessly between technology and capital, and science as a public good is excluded. An integrative research approach can ‘open up’ discourse to new ideas and actors and restore the iterative links between science–policy mechanisms. A theoretical framework is proposed in which the three concepts ‘wicked problems’, ‘post-normal science’ and ‘integrative research’ are nested together. Integrative research is a way to address wicked problems, sitting within the critical framing of post-normal science.

"Successful Living" Among Adolescents With HIV in Sub-Saharan Africa: An Evolutionary Concept Analysis.

The concept of successful living in the context of adolescents with HIV lacks clarity and is unexplored. Without a common understanding of successful living among adolescents with HIV (AWH) in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA), health care interventions focusing on this population may continue to fall short, resulting in avoidable morbidity and mortality. Therefore, this analysis used Rodgers Evolutionary Concept Analysis method to identify attributes, antecedents, consequences, and related concepts of successful living among AWH in SSA. Health care interventions are encouraged to promote successful living among AWH to achieve behavioral and clinical outcomes.

A Novel Evaluation Framework for Medical LLMs: Combining Fuzzy Logic and MCDM for Medical Relation and Clinical Concept Extraction.

Artificial intelligence (AI) has become a crucial element of modern technology, especially in the healthcare sector, which is apparent given the continuous development of large language models (LLMs), which are utilized in various domains, including medical beings. However, when it comes to using these LLMs for the medical domain, there's a need for an evaluation platform to determine their suitability and drive future development efforts. Towards that end, this study aims to address this concern by developing a comprehensive Multi-Criteria Decision Making (MCDM) approach that is specifically designed to evaluate medical LLMs. The success of AI, particularly LLMs, in the healthcare domain, depends on their efficacy, safety, and ethical compliance. Therefore, it is essential to have a robust evaluation framework for their integration into medical contexts. This study proposes using the Fuzzy-Weighted Zero-InConsistency (FWZIC) method extended to p, q-quasirung orthopair fuzzy set (p, q-QROFS) for weighing evaluation criteria. This extension enables the handling of uncertainties inherent in medical decision-making processes. The approach accommodates the imprecise and multifaceted nature of real-world medical data and criteria by incorporating fuzzy logic principles. The MultiAtributive Ideal-Real Comparative Analysis (MAIRCA) method is employed for the assessment of medical LLMs utilized in the case study of this research. The results of this research revealed that "Medical Relation Extraction" criteria with its sub-levels had more importance with (0.504) than "Clinical Concept Extraction" with (0.495). For the LLMs evaluated, out of 6 alternatives, ( ) "GatorTron S 10B" had the 1st rank as compared to ( ) "GatorTron 90B" had the 6th rank. The implications of this study extend beyond academic discourse, directly impacting healthcare practices and patient outcomes. The proposed framework can help healthcare professionals make more informed decisions regarding the adoption and utilization of LLMs in medical settings.

Emerging eco-friendly fiber-reinforced concrete with shaped synthetic aggregates using Taguchi grey relational analysis and utility concept

The present study assessed the applicability of employing Taguchi-based Grey relational analysis (T-GRA) and the Taguchi approach combined with the utility concept (T-UC) for enhancing the mix design parameters of fiber-reinforced synthetic aggregate concrete (FRSAC). Cement was supplemented with binders such as ground granulated blast furnace slag (GGBFS), metakaolin (MK), and lime powder (LP). The optimized mix proportion of FRSAC was determined to enhance the fresh and mechanical performance. Furthermore, this investigation used two weighting approaches: equally weighted and maximum deviation methods. An established L16 (45) Taguchi orthogonal array was used with five different factors, namely, cement replacement (40 %, 50 %, 60 % and 70 %), binder content (B1, B2, B3, B4), water-to-cement ratio (0.31, 0.32, 0.33, 0.34), fiber dosage (0.1 %, 0.2 %, 0.3 % and 0.4 %), and synthetic aggregate replacement (25 %, 50 %, 75 %, and 100 %) were employed to design the experiments. Then, T-GRA and T-UC were used to determine the optimum mix proportions for five response parameters: workability, compressive strength, split tensile strength, elastic modulus, and impact ductility index. Results indicated that the two methods, GRA and UC, can be successfully integrated with the Taguchi method to derive the optimized FRSAC mixture. Confirmation experiments were performed after determining the optimum mix design parameters, including cement replacement of 60 %, binder content of B4, the water-to-cement ratio of 0.34, fiber dosage of 0.1 %, and synthetic aggregate replacement of 75 %. The optimum FRSAC mix was examined for its fresh (workability) and hardened (compressive strength, split tensile strength, elastic modulus, impact ductility index) properties.

Bridging concepts of drishti: Shalakya tantra and modern science

Introduction: Shalakya Tantra, a key aspect of traditional Indian medicine, focuses on the intricacies of human vision or 'drishti' in Ayurvedic literature. This ancient discipline offers a comprehensive exploration of 'Urdhvajatrugata' parts, encompassing the eyes, ears, nose, throat, and head, which modern research has yet to match in depth. The study of 'drishti' and its related concepts, such as 'mandala,' 'patala,' and 'sandhi,' reveals a profound understanding that warrants further exploration, particularly in contrast with contemporary findings. The Sushruta Samhita details 'Drishti' extensively, describing its anatomical and functional aspects, including its composition of 'Dravyas' (substances) and 'Mahabhutas' (elements), with a notable presence of 'Teja' or fire as 'Alochaka Pitta.' Aim and Objective: · To describe 'Drishti' from both Ayurvedic and modern perspectives. · To provide a detailed analysis of the various aspects of 'Drishti.' Materials and Methods: Materials include Ayurvedic scriptures (Sushruta Samhita, Charak Samhita, Bhela Samhita), modern textbooks, medical journals, and published research papers. The study is a review based on literature from authentic Ayurvedic sources and modern texts. Results and Discussion: The concept of 'Drishti' is analysed from anatomical and physiological viewpoints. Ayurvedic texts describe the eye as a layered entity with six junctions and thin membranes crucial for its function. Different interpretations of 'Drishti' include the retina, vision, pupil, and crystalline lens. Modern science aligns with these descriptions through detailed processes involving light refraction, image focusing, and neural processing. Conclusion: The study highlights the synergy between Ayurvedic and modern scientific perspectives on 'Drishti,' emphasizing the relevance of traditional wisdom in contemporary healthcare. Integrating these approaches offers a richer understanding of ocular health and underscores the potential for future research to enhance medical treatments and promote holistic well-being.

Understanding Co-Creation in a Research Partnership Programme Exploring Patient-Driven Innovations: A Qualitative Longitudinal Study.

Research indicates that successful co-creation depends on a shared understanding of co-creation and its related concepts. However, it also shows that, in practice, views on co-creation and how to do it differ. This study aims to explore how patient innovators and researchers in a partnership research programme understand co-creation and how this understanding changes over time. An explorative longitudinal qualitative study was conducted with the 'Patients in the Driver's Seat' partnership research programme. Fifty-eight interviews were performed and analysed using a reflexive thematic approach. Four different ways of understanding co-creation were identified. These can be instrumentally conceptualized as themes using the inputs-process-outputs model: (1) combining different perspectives, experiences and backgrounds (inputs); (2) deliberately dynamic and exploratory (process); (3) striving for equity, not equality (process); and (4) diverse value creation, tangible and intangible (outputs). Together, these themes represent the varied understandings of co-creation among partnership programme members. Our study of patient innovators and researchers identified four distinct yet complementary understandings of co-creation. The study suggests that co-creation is the sum of its essential components, which can be divided into inputs, process, and outputs. This study, and the partnership programme it explored, aims to improve the relevance of research for patients and informal caregivers through an improved understanding of the concept of co-creation within research on patient innovation. All patient innovators involved in the programme were invited, as interviewees and researchers, to contribute to the study design and data analysis.

Особенности трансформации мистической антропологии Вячеслава Иванова в 1930-е гг.: статья «Anima» в свете мистериально-дионисийского метатекста

The article «Anima» is the most important Ivanov’s work during the period of emigration, representing his religious and mystical views to the European reader. It presents a kind of symbolic and phenomenological description of the dynamic structure of religious and mystical consciousness. In our article, we have three goals: 1) to establish a conceptual relationship between the early (article «Ty esi») and the late («Anima») version of Ivanov’s mystical anthropology, 2) to describe the transformations of Ivanov’s mystical anthropology in the 1930th, 3) to establish the specifics of Ivanov’s mystical-religious worldview. The research material is Ivanov’s religious and philosophical works, his epistolary and scientific works. In the course of the research, we used comparative, hermeneutical, contextual, and motivic-thematic analysis methods. First, we define the place of the article «Anima» in the Ivanov’s work during the period of emigration, then we describe the structure of the Dionysian-mysterial plot, which acts as a generative model of Ivanov’s mystical anthropology. The Dionysian-mysterial plot is devined as such a dialectically organized mythological narrative, which is based on the orphic mythologeme of the tearing of Dionysus by Titans and his resurrection. Then we characterize the plot of «Ty esi» as an expanded symbolic narrative representing Ivanov’s mystical anthropology. This narrative presents a dramatic story of the relationship between Psyche-Anima (feminine, irrational principle), Eros-Animus (masculine, rational) and the Self, the superpersonal principle, the divine center of personality. The main content of the study is the analysis of the content of the article «Anima», in the process of which we record the transformations of Ivanov’s religious and mystical thought. One of the most significant innovations in the «Anima» is the comparison of the plot of «Ty esi» with Dostoevsky's «basic myth», which is understood as a transformation of one of his lines – the mysterial one. Dostoevsky’s «basic myth» is an archetypal plot about how demonic-type heroes, false Animuses (Raskolnikov, Rogozin, Stavrogin, Versilov, Ivan Karamazov) are rejected by female characters personifying Psyche, a wanderer who is waiting for her heavenly Bridegroom, i.e. a transformed hero. Another fundamentally important innovation of the «Anima» is the introduction of Friedrich Nietzsche’s fate into the context of Ivanov’s mystical anthropology. She is identified with the mysterial line of the plot «Ty esi», which explains the nature of the madness of the Basel philosopher by the betrayal of his Anima.

Navigating Cognitive Demand in Virtual Reality: Implications for Education and Training

In this paper we discuss the relationship between cognitive processing demands and virtual reality. Advancements in technology and cost efficiency are driving the implementation of immersive virtual reality (I-VR) in training and education, offering an experiential method for learning complex skills and knowledge that would otherwise be too costly or dangerous. However, technological innovations have overshadowed the need to thoughtfully integrate learning theories in the development of I-VR. We discuss the concept of cognitive processing demands (CPD) to help address this gap. This is a general term that encompasses related concepts such as workload, mental effort, working memory, attention, used here to capture cognitive resource allocation in I-VR learning environments. This paper aims to deepen our understanding of CPD in I-VR by synthesizing research from varied theoretical perspectives and offering evidence-based recommendations to improve our understanding, enhance learning outcomes, and outline future directions for the research community.

Mathematical Game Development Process From The Perspective of Gifted Students: The Concept of Relation

This qualitative case study aims to examine the Rock-Paper-Scissors game within the framework of the relation and to determine the experiences and opinions of gifted students in the game development process. The study was conducted with 45 students studying at Science-Art Center. In the study, activities related to relations and their properties were carried out by the students. Within the scope of the activities, the Rock-Paper-Scissors game was analyzed within the framework of the concept of relation and developing a game was carried out. The experiences and opinions of the participants were obtained with an opinion form. The data obtained in the research were analyzed via content analysis. As a result of the research, although gifted students thought that developing games in the process was confusing, they found the application parts of the activity fun. They preferred to carry out the activity as a group. In addition, the mathematical concepts that the students used the most while developing the rock-paper-scissors game were relation, probability, sets, cartesian product and relation properties. The results of this study show that gifted students want to participate in different game development processes in the context of mathematics because it offers them the opportunity to socialize with people similar to their own level.

On the Essence and Content of Forensic Crime Prevention: Theoretical and Practical Aspects

The problem of determining the essence and content of the concept of «forensic crime prevention» and its relationship with other related concepts is analyzed. One of the means of forensic crime prevention is to identify, during criminal proceedings, circumstances that contributed to the commission of a crime, with subsequent submission to the relevant organization or official of a proposal to take measures to eliminate these circumstances or other violations of the law. The work notes the difficulties that arise in practice when implementing this form of preventive activity of the investigator. In addition, other areas within which forensic crime prevention can develop are presented.

Mental Health Crisis: An Evolutionary Concept Analysis.

The term 'mental health crisis' is a widely used concept in clinical practice and research, appearing prominently in mental health literature across healthcare and social science disciplines. Within these contexts, the term is frequently either left undefined or defined rather narrowly, confined to clinical observations or guidelines targeted at healthcare providers and negating the multifaceted nature of crisis as described by those with lived experience. Therefore, the aim of this paper is to explore the characteristics of and provide a conceptual definition for the concept of 'mental health crisis'. Rodgers' method of evolutionary concept analysis was employed and 34 articles, ranging from 1994 to 2021 and a variety of disciplines, were analysed. The results highlighted the contrast between clinically oriented surrogate terms and related concepts and those used by individuals with lived crisis experience. Antecedents of crisis included underlying vulnerabilities, relational dysfunction, collapse of life structure and struggles with activities of daily living. The concept's attributes encompassed the temporality of crisis, signs and symptoms of crisis, functional decline and crisis in family and caregivers. Finally, the consequences comprised looking inward for help, looking outward for help, and opportunities and dangers. This concept analysis serves as a foundational step in understanding 'mental health crisis' and its various dimensions, facilitating more nuanced discussions and interventions in the realm of mental healthcare.