Symbolic Analysis Research Articles

‘The Biggest Aspidistra in the World’

During the period known as the ‘Phoney War,’ the comedic song ‘The Biggest Aspidistra in the World’ became a significant cultural reference point in the UK, along with its singer, the renowned Gracie Fields. This was a notable achievement given the shifting public tastes within the country during a period of widespread uncertainty and transformation. However, despite the song’s wartime popularity, it has received little scholarly attention. This paper traces the rise and fall of ‘The Biggest Aspidistra’ in the UK during the Phoney War, exploring its impact through an analysis of the national symbols in its lyrics, its comedic delivery by Fields, and its collaborative musical approach. By bridging musicology and cultural history, this paper clarifies the importance of comprehensive song analysis to Second World War studies and underscores the role of humour in bolstering wartime morale.

Interval-Valued Random Matrices

This paper introduces a novel approach that combines symbolic data analysis with matrix theory through the concept of interval-valued random matrices. This framework is designed to address the complexities of real-world data, offering enhanced statistical modeling techniques particularly suited for large and complex datasets where traditional methods may be inadequate. We develop both frequentist and Bayesian methods for the statistical inference of interval-valued random matrices, providing a comprehensive analytical framework. We conduct extensive simulations to compare the performance of these methods, demonstrating that Bayesian estimators outperform maximum likelihood estimators under the Frobenius norm loss function. The practical utility of our approach is further illustrated through an application to climatology and temperature data, highlighting the advantages of interval-valued random matrices in real-world scenarios.

Analysis of Cultural Narratives in Works of Art for the Study of Ukrainian-Russian Relations

The article is devoted to the consideration of cultural narratives in works of art as a reflection of the nature of Ukrainian-Russian relations. The purpose of the article is to analyse the cultural narratives presented in works of art during the war, from the perspective of studying Ukrainian-Russian relations. The research methodology includes a qualitative analysis of works of art created during the war, using methods of content analysis and semiotic analysis. The research used the method of narrative analysis to reveal subjective ideas about the given problem. The presented factual information is analysed in the explicit content of the narrative. Content-oriented analysis is aimed at clarifying the implicit content: meaning and significance, manifestations of certain motives, features of the formulation of the narrative, its meaningful changes. Formal analysis consists in clarifying the structure of narratives, the sequence of changes, their relationship with the temporal axis, complexity and interconnectedness; feelings and images reflected in works of art. Semiotic analysis is used to study works of art, the meanings embedded in them in view of the change in the socio-political situation (from annexation to full-scale invasion). Scientific novelty. Its use, along with the traditional one, creates a new path for the development of conceptual art, which is now relevant, since it allows not only to restore one’s identity on the basis of ancient cultural traditions, but also to form a new awareness of oneself in the world space. Conclusions. As a result of the study, it was found that the pro-Russian narratives that existed in the cultural space of Ukraine before 2014 have disappeared, and pro-Ukrainian ones are being promoted more actively, which indicates an awareness of their identity and a desire for national independence. A rather dramatic change can be traced in relation to Russian culture, which is recognised as imposed from the outside and implanted over the centuries by force. Subsequent research involves systematisation and analysis of modern symbolism that arose during a full-scale war and evokes lasting associations.

Numerical and Symbolic Analysis for Mathematical Problem-Solving with Maple

This study explores the versatile capabilities of Maple, a widely used mathematical software, in addressing a wide range of numerical and symbolic computations essential for scientific and engineering applications. The researchers investigated Maple's diverse suite of tools, including numerical integration, nonlinear equation solving, polynomial interpolation, symbolic integration, and various numerical methods. Through an in-depth literature review, illustrated case studies, and detailed performance evaluations, the paper demonstrates the effectiveness and accuracy of Maple's computational approaches in dealing with complex problems in various areas of applied mathematics. This study's findings underscored Maple's tremendous value as a reliable and comprehensive software package for researchers, scientists, and professionals involved in advanced mathematical analysis and scientific computing. Furthermore, the paper highlighted Maple's versatility in creating high-quality three-dimensional plots, crucial for visualizing and analyzing complex mathematical and scientific data. Using either sets or lists, the ability to display multiple surfaces in a single three-dimensional plot showcases Maple's power in data visualization and communicating complex ideas. By positioning Maple as a powerful platform for solving versatile mathematical problems, this study highlights the software's indispensable role in advancing scientific discoveries and engineering innovations.

Immigrant groups in the Luxembourgish labour market: A Symbolic Data Analysis approach

Immigrant groups in the Luxembourgish labour market: A Symbolic Data Analysis approach

Odysseus inside the Cyclop’s cave: Turnaround strategy and leadership insights from the struggle against Polyphemu

The present study aspires to perform a thorough examination of the notion of turnaround strategy process within the context of Homer’s Odyssey. More specifically, focusing on Odysseus’ struggle against the one-eyed Cyclop, Polyphemus, we seek to draw some interesting insights into the way a turnaround process unfolds, as well as its key attributes and components. Although the topic of turnaround strategy has attracted significant research attention over the last 50 years, the vast majority of extant studies has focused on the practices of formerly declining companies which mainly originate from developed countries. Furthermore, most of the existing studies are based on quantitative research methodologies, such as large sample surveys. The novelty of the present study is associated with the adoption of a multidisciplinary perspective, whereby modern strategic management and leadership theories are applied in order to analyze and interpret one of the greatest masterpieces of global literature, Homer’ Odyssey. This objective is attained through the employment of a qualitative, case study research methodology. More specifically, the symbolic analysis of Odyssey’s Book 9, indeed yielded some very interesting insights regarding the way a representative turnaround process unfolds, as well as the importance of effective leadership as part of such processes. Based on Odysseus’ actions and behaviors toward his companions during this crisis situation, we conclude that transformational leadership may be the most appropriate leadership style under extraordinary and emergency circumstances.

Interpreting Visuality in the Middle Ages: The Iconographic Paradigm of the Refectory of the Monastery of San Salvador de Oña

The research area of the interaction between religion, politics, and medieval Hispanic art has been pioneering and at the cutting edge of contemporary historiography in recent years. The deployment of iconographic and calligraphic motifs in medieval religious spaces has been identified as a key means of propagating legitimating messages of power and disseminating Christian doctrines. This interdisciplinary study proposes an analysis of the artistic vestiges present in the refectory of the Monastery of San Salvador de Oña (Burgos), with a view to establishing their decorative evolution during the 14th century and their symbolic significance. In order to establish a chronological proposal for the remains, the historical, artistic, and architectural contexts of the monastery are analyzed. This is complemented by a study of materials and techniques and a symbolic and iconographic analysis of the signs of power and evangelical concepts from the time of Peter I until the transition to the Trastámara dynasty. In this way, a cross-disciplinary investigation is proposed, with the aim of elucidating how a sacred artistic work situated within a secular context can serve multiple purposes of political and religious legitimation through the adaptation of its iconography over time.

Religious Myths and the Internalization of Non-Leadership Identities in Nigerian Women: A Symbolic Interactionist Analysis

Despite concerted efforts to promote gender equity in the global space, women remain underrepresented in leadership. This trend is most observed in Nigeria, where of the 49.99 percent of women in the population, only 6.7 percent are in elective and appointive political positions. Research suggests that men are usually seen as more capable leaders, even when women have higher qualifications. This paper attempts to investigate the etymology of this notion within the postcolonial framework and feminist research while drawing on a social psychology theory. Using the symbolic interactionist theory, I examine why/how the gender in which divinity is conceptualized sets the stage for stereotypes that inform a people's perception and conception of reality, thereby influencing how the attributes associated with the feminine and masculine are perceived in society. My argument is that the functionality of the symbolization process in religious myths is connected to the conscious and unconscious processes of human thought, perception, imagination, and intuition; therefore, it relates to epistemology as a means of knowledge. This makes it function dialectically and interpretively with the social processes, enabling outcomes such as the masculinization of the social reality and the internalization of non-leadership identities in women.

A qualitative dynamic analysis of the relationship between tourism and human development

This study analyzes the dynamic relationship between tourism and human development in a sample of 123 countries between 1995–2019 using a symbolic time series methodological analysis, with the number of international tourist arrivals per capita as the tourism measurement variable and the Human Development Index as the development measurement variable. The objective was to determine if a higher level of tourism specialization is related to a higher level of economic development. The definition of economic regime is used and the concept of the distance between the dynamic trajectories of the different countries analyzed is introduced to create a minimum spanning tree. In this way, groups of countries are identified that display similar behavior in terms of tourism specialization and levels of human development. The results suggest that countries with a high level of tourism specialization have a higher level of development as compared to those in which tourism has a lower specific weight. However, the largest group of countries identified is characterized by low levels of tourism specialization and economic development, which appears to translate into a poverty trap. Therefore, policies related to tourism activity expansion should be created since higher tourism levels have been linked to higher levels of human development. In the case of less developed countries, however, these projects should be financed by international organizations so that these countries can escape the poverty trap in which they are currently found.

CDA for Symbolic Violence Analysis: Constructing Theories of Symbolic Violence and Critical Discourse Analysis in the Study of Educational Textbook

This research formulates a new construction of symbolic violence analysis in educational textbooks. Analysis of symbolic violence through critical sociological theory is still limited to generalizing linguistic evidence. The integration of two important theories, cultural reproduction through symbolic violence by Pierre Bourideu and Critical Discourse Analysis by Teun A van Dijk, became the main study formulated. The study focused on reconstructing the concept of CDA for Symbolic Violence Analysis as a combination of these two theories in the study of educational textbooks. A qualitative approach with a library research as the research method was carried out. The reconceptualization of these two theories is able to present an analytical model to dismantle the ideological structures hiding behind educational texts. Symbolic violence that occurs through the process of cultural reproduction and gives rise to forced doxa can be dismantled through analysis of habitus, capital and arena which is enhanced by textual analysis, social cognition and social context.

New skills in symbolic data analysis for official statistics

The paper draws attention to the use of Symbolic Data Analysis (SDA) in the field of Official Statistics. It is composed of three sections presenting three pilot techniques in the field of SDA. The three contributions range from a technique based on the notion of exactly unified summaries for the creation of symbolic objects, a model-based approach for interval data as an innovative parametric strategy in this context, and measures of similarity defined between a class and a collection of classes based on the frequency of the categories which characterize them. The paper shows the effectiveness of the proposed approaches as prototypes of numerous techniques developed within the SDA framework and opens to possible further developments.

Blunted cardiac autonomic dynamics to active standing test in postmenopausal women.

Although both aging and menopause influence cardiovascular autonomic control, the effect of menopause per se remains unclear. The current study was undertaken to test the hypothesis that post-menopausal women (PMW) have a blunted cardiovascular autonomic adjustment to active standing compared to pre-menopausal women. Thus, we compared the heart rate variability (HRV) indexes from supine (SUP) to orthostatic (ORT) positions among young women (YW), young men (YM), older men (OM), and PMW. The participants rested for 10 min in SUP and then stood up and remained for 5 min in ORT. ECG was continuously recorded, and R-R time series of about 300 beats were analyzed using linear (spectral analysis) and non-linear (symbolic analysis) methods. The variation from SUP to ORT was calculated (Δ = ORT-SUP) for each HRV index. In SUP, no difference was found for any HRV index among groups. However, Δ0V% and ΔLFn (cardiac sympathetic modulation) were reduced in PWM compared to all groups (OM, YW, and YM), while Δ2UV% and ΔHFn (cardiac vagal modulation) were reduced in PMW than the younger group (YW and YM). No differences were found among the male groups (OM and YM). In light of our results, the cardiac autonomic dynamic response to orthostatic stress is blunted in post-menopausal women compared to younger women and older men, a finding that might be influenced not only by aging.

Symbolic Analysis of the Bhagvad Gita: A Potential Methodology in the Indian Knowledge System Classroom Teaching

With the recent initiative to incorporate Indian Knowledge System into the university curricula at the undergraduate level across India, the Bhagvad Gita is being taught as part of this broader educational reform. Though the integration of the sacred text in the university curricula offers a unique opportunity to promote the revival of India’s rich cultural heritage, it cannot be denied that the text's density and complexity, with its intricate philosophical and metaphysical concepts, presents significant teaching challenges. The research paper offers symbolic analysis as a pedagogical approach to make the text simpler, more accessible and engaging in the classroom, helping students appreciate its depth and relevance. The paper suggests that Northrop Frye’s theory of symbols can be used as a pedagogical tool to discuss the layered meanings in the text. The paper explores the application of theory of symbols in classroom teaching, emphasizing a centripetal approach to reading texts that goes beyond surface interpretations to uncover deeper meanings. The methodology entails identification and analysis of symbols interwoven throughout the text in the classroom learning. It further discusses the process of locating the "centre" of the text, known as the monad, where all symbols converge. This central symbol transcends 'nature' and 'history' and serves as a focal point for understanding the text’s intricate and complex philosophical themes. By identifying this monad, educators can facilitate richer discussions and a more profound comprehension of literary works, thereby enriching students' analytical skills and appreciation of literature. The paper concludes that the pedagogical tool of Frye’s symbolic analysis in the class helps students recognize the text’s role as an ethical instrument for liberating the imaginative mind.

Analisis Semiotika C.S. Pierce dalam Siniar Horor Kanal Lentera Malam dan Obrolan Santai

This article discusses C.S. Pierce's semiotic analysis of icons and symbols in horror podcasts on the Lentera Malam and Obrolan Santai channels. The writing technique uses a qualitative descriptive technique, which describes the discussion based on the dialog or conversation in the podcast. The semiotic approach is used as an analytical approach to explore a sign as a representation of objects, events, circumstances, feelings, and conditions in a broad culture. The podcasts to be analyzed are entitled (1) Pengalaman Metafisik Dokter Forensik, (2) Cerita Horor Perawat Rumah Sakit Terseram. Each podcast will be analyzed using the theory of icons and symbols. There are 14 forms of icons and 16 forms of symbols in the Pengalaman Metafisik Dokter Forensik and Cerita Horor Perawat Rumah Sakit Terseram podcast. Icons are seen in the words berdeham, bayangan, jenazah, dna, penampakan, cicicit-cicicit. Symbols are seen in the words penunggu, merinding, mimpi, pasien, mr. x, indigo.

Image Feature Extraction Using Symbolic Data of Cumulative Distribution Functions

Symbolic data analysis is an emerging field in statistics with great potential to become a standard inferential technique. This research introduces a new approach to image feature extraction using the empirical cumulative distribution function (ECDF) and distribution function of distribution values (DFDV) as symbolic data. The main objective is to reduce the dimension of huge pixel data by organizing them into more coherent pixel-intensity distributions. We propose a partitioning method with different breakpoints to capture pixel intensity variations effectively. This results in an ECDF representing the proportion of pixel intensities and a DFDV representing the probability distribution at specific points. The novelty of this approach lies in using ECDF and DFDV as symbolic features, thus summarizing the data and providing a more informative representation of the pixel value distribution, facilitating image classification analysis based on intensity distribution. The experimental results underscore the potential of this method in distinguishing image characteristics among existing image classes. Image features extracted using this approach promise image classification analysis with more informative image representations. In addition, theoretical insights into the properties of DFDV distribution functions are gained.

Forecasting the rheological state properties of self-compacting concrete mixes using the response surface methodology technique for sustainable structural concreting.

It is structurally pertinent to understudy the important roles the self-compacting concrete (SCC) yield stress and plastic viscosity play in maintaining the rheological state of the concrete to flow. It is also important to understand that different concrete mixes with varying proportions of fine to coarse aggregate ratio and their nominal sizes produce different and corresponding flow- and fill-abilities, which are functions of the yield stress/plastic viscosity state conditions of the studied concrete. These factors have necessitated the development of regression models, which propose optimal rheological state behavior of SCC to ensure a more sustainable concreting. In this research paper on forecasting the rheological state properties of self-compacting concrete (SCC) mixes by using the response surface methodology (RSM) technique, the influence of nominal sizes of the coarse aggregate has been studied in the concrete mixes, which produced experimental mix entries. A total of eighty-four (84) concrete mixes were collected, sorted and split into training and validation sets to model the plastic viscosity and the yield stress of the SCC. In the field applications, the influence of the sampling sizes on the rheological properties of the concrete cannot be overstretched due to the importance of flow consistency in SCC in order to achieve effective workability. The RSM is a symbolic regression analysis which has proven to exercise the capacity to propose highly performable engineering relationships. At the end of the model exercise, it was found that the RSM proposed a closed-form parametric relationship between the outputs (plastic viscosity and yield stress) and the studied independent variables (the concrete components). This expression can be applied in the design and production of SCC with performance accuracies of above 95% and 90%, respectively. Also, the RSM produced graphical prediction of the plastic viscosity and yield stress at the optimized state conditions with respect to the measured variables, which could be useful in monitoring the performance of the concrete in practice and its overtime assessment. Generally, the production of SCC for field applications are justified by the components in this study and experimental entries beyond which the parametric relations and their accuracies are to be reverified.

EVOLUTION OF LOVE: EXAMINING BELLE AND THE BEAST'S RELATIONSHIP IN “BEAUTY AND THE BEAST”

The tale of "Beauty and the Beast" has captivated audiences for generations, with its timeless message of love, acceptance, and the transformative power of inner beauty. This article, "Evolution of Love: Examining Belle and the Beast's Relationship in 'Beauty and the Beast,'" explores the development of the relationship between Belle, a compassionate young woman, and the Beast, a prince cursed due to his selfish nature. By analyzing key versions of the story, including those by De Beaumont and Villeneuve, and drawing from a range of scholarly perspectives, the study examines the characters' evolution, symbolic elements, and socio-cultural and psychological implications of their relationship. The literature review highlights various interpretations, focusing on the symbolic meanings of elements like the enchanted rose, and how they contribute to the narrative's themes of transformation and redemption. The article also discusses modern adaptations and their resonance with contemporary audiences, particularly in terms of psychological themes and societal expectations. The aim of this study is to provide a comprehensive understanding of the evolution of love in "Beauty and the Beast." Objectives include analyzing character development, exploring symbolic elements, assessing socio-cultural contexts, and evaluating psychological perspectives. The methodology involves a multifaceted approach, including a literature review, character analysis, symbolic analysis, socio-cultural analysis, and comparative analysis. The findings suggest that "Beauty and the Beast" offers a rich narrative that challenges traditional gender roles and societal norms while emphasizing the importance of empathy and compassion. By examining the relationship between Belle and the Beast through various theoretical lenses, the article provides deeper insights into the complexities and enduring appeal of this timeless tale.

Symbol Analysis in the Poetry of Afif Bahktari

Symbol Analysis in the Poetry of Afif Bahktari

A secure authentication protocol for remote patient monitoring in an internet‐of‐medical‐things environment

AbstractInternet of Medical Things (IoMT) enable users to avail healthcare services remotely. In IoMT, sensor nodes (SNs), like blood pressure sensors and temperature sensors, collect health data from patients and communicate it to Health Workers (HWs) such as doctors, nurses, and so on. The HWs cater to the patients remotely, known as remote patient monitoring (RPM), by using data obtained from SNs. The communicated health data between SNs and HWs are sensitive in nature. Leakage and modification of such data leads to huge consequences, particularly patient death during medical emergencies. Hence, ensuring mutual authentication along with data integrity and privacy is of utmost important in the healthcare domain. In the literature, many authentication protocols are presented for healthcare applications specific to IoMT‐RPM. But, most of the existing approaches fail to provide adequate security against well‐known attacks includes impersonation and man‐in‐the‐middle attacks. In this paper, we propose a privacy preserving authentication protocol for IoMT‐RPM which is secure against various known attacks. We present a rigorous formal security analysis of our protocol under the extended Canetti‐Krawczyk (eCK) adversary model. In addition, we also perform formal verification using Tamarin Prover, a symbolic formal analysis tool. The results show that the proposed protocol is secure under eCK‐adversary model. We then present the comparative performance analysis to show the efficiency of the proposed protocol over the existing protocols. As a result, the proposed protocol provides high security without compromising the performance over the existing protocols, and therefore, our protocol is very much suitable for real‐time applications.

A Study on the Meaning of Colors in Films: Taking Krzysztof Kieslowski’s The Blue, White, and Red Trilogy as an Example

As an important element of cinematic art, color not only aids in storytelling but also shapes the visual style of a film and reflects its themes and emotions. This paper aims to explore the meaning of Kieslowski’s use of color by analyzing the color styles in the The Blue, White, and Red Trilogy and examining how the symbolic meanings of these colors are conveyed. This article is divided into three parts, which are a deep analysis of the color symbols and meanings in the three films Blue, White, and Red. The theoretical analysis and practical exploration of the deep value meanings of freedom, equality, and universal love represented by the colors in the three films are carried out.