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The advancement of industrial plants driven by the integration of Industry 4.0 technologies necessitates the modernization of operational machinery, even when such equipment remains in functional condition, to ensure seamless communication across the entire manufacturing process. Moreover, it is crucial to connect these control mechanisms to the centralized plant management system to enhance operational efficiency. This article presents a case study focused on the enhancement of a vertical lathe within an automotive component manufacturing environment. The entire modernization process was systematically executed using high-quality tools, with the implementation of the Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) methodology, which proved instrumental in providing real-time management throughout the upgrade process. Additionally, the Single-Minute Exchange of Die (SMED) technique was employed to optimize the machine's setup phase, enabling more rapid tool changes. The results of this study highlight the substantial benefits of retrofitting machinery, demonstrating significant improvements in various quality and productivity indicators. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

It is indicated that the armed aggression of the Russian Federation against Ukraine, which has been going on for the third year, and the progress of European integration processes taking place in our country, require overcoming challenges in the field of higher legal education. One of the important such challenges is the increase in demand from employers for qualified graduates of higher educational institutions who have modern theoretical and practical training in the fields of tax, administrative, contractual, economic and corporate law. At the same time, there is a high demand among employers for specialists who specialize in the field of corporate relations for legal support of the business activities of international corporations working in the agricultural and other sectors of the Ukrainian economy; participation in international and national arbitration and commercial courts in the consideration of corporate disputes in the interests of companies that do not fulfill their obligations in favor of counterparties that maintain relations with the aggressor state or sanctioned persons; judicial protection of corporate rights of foreign and domestic investors; protection in international arbitrations of the interests of Ukrainian business companies that supply material property for the Armed Forces of Ukraine in case of violation of their obligations to them by foreign companies; participation in legal proceedings regarding the recovery of funds and other assets from sanctioned persons in favor of Ukraine or its business entities, etc. The article examines ways of reforming higher legal education in the conditions of armed aggression of russian federation against Ukraine and its European integration into the European Union. The current requirements of employers for law graduates of higher educational institutions are analyzed. The proposed vectors of reforming the educational process, in particular, from the corporate law course, through the introduction of innovative educational programs that meet international world standards, including EU requirements in the field of higher legal education. The need to develop and use interdisciplinary educational programs for the training of lawyers is substantiated. It is recommended that a separate section in these programs provide for the teaching of a corporate law course. Suggested topics from this course include, in particular, corporate law under martial law; adaptation of Ukrainian corporate legislation to the legislation of the European Union - status and prospects; the accession of Ukraine to the European Union as a factor in its victory over russian aggressor country and other topics. A comparative analysis of EU directives and regulations and Ukrainian legislation regulating corporate relations was made. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This analytical study was conducted on the basis of statistical data from the Russian Federation and technological requirements for WWTP operation. As a case study, a virtual WWTP, which serves a residential area of 31,500 PE (personal equivalent), was considered to solve a task of their potential upgrade. According to the initial data, within modernization, the existing infrastructure of the WWTP should be considered in order to receive wastewater with a reduced flow rate and increased values of pollutant concentrations. Within the analysis, treatment efficiency should correspond to current regulations. Special focus was put on secondary treatment facilities, as they ensure the removal of major contaminants (organic pollution) and nutrients (nitrogen and phosphorus). The results showed that even in the case of a lower flow rate, higher pollutant concentrations demanded a doubled volume of activated sludge reactor to provide the required efficiency. An increase in oxidizing capacity may be ensured through the growth of mixed liquor suspended solids (MLSS) value with simultaneous transition from gravity to membrane sludge separation. A study revealed that an MLSS raised from 3 to 8 g/L allows treatment in the existing tanks to be performed with necessary efficiency. In this case, significant costs for the purchase of membranes are offset by the need for zero additional construction. On the other hand, such a transition leads to an increase in operating costs of 60% (from EUR 0.078 to EUR 0.12/(m3/d)). [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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This article puts Alexander Jabbari's The Making of Persianate Modernity in conversation with Levi Thompson's Reorienting Modernism in Arabic and Persian Poetry to explore the relationship between literary modernism and literary modernity in non-Western literary contexts. It highlights the authors' parallel theoretical engagements of Michel Foucault's "attitude of modernity" and modernists' and modernizers' reworkings of literary heritage through the sublation of premodern literary content and form into modern conceptions of literary history. Drawing on these parallels, the article reviews several points of convergence in contemporary Arabic literary historical analysis that limn Jabbari's approach to the Persianate world, which crosses between Persian and Urdu, the naskh and nastaʿlīq scripts, and Iran and India. It seeks out connections in the work and thought of Jabbari's interlocutors, such as Muḥammad-Taqī Bahār and N. M. Rashed; Iranian modernist poets Nīmā Yūshīj, Aḥmad Shāmlū, and Furūgh Farrukhzād; and the Arab "free verse" (shiʿr ḥurr) poets such as ʿAbd al-Wahhāb al-Bayātī and Badr Shākir al-Sayyāb. The article highlights how Jabbari's book proves that literary historians in the Persianate world were subject to modernization discourse in making themselves modern and therefore covered up aspects of their premodern heritage that did not fit their modernizing projects. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This study aims to analyse the strategic decisions made by the foundational cadre during the establishment of homeland security in the early years of the Turkish Republic and their consequential impact on the institutional capacities of the state's coercive apparatus. To achieve this objective, this article primarily focuses on the evolutionary trajectory of homeland security institutions during the final stages of the Ottoman Empire and the founding period of the Turkish Republic. A central thesis posited herein contends that political considerations were the driving force behind the establishment of police organizations and the subsequent professionalization of policing, particularly since the 1930s. This study also elucidates the political directives issued to the police organization by the government, the successive phases of police training, and the legal framework governing the restructuring of the police institution. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Under British informal imperial policy, East Asia's system of concessions and settlements rapidly spread and promoted modernization. Especially in the mid- to late nineteenth century, the formative phase of the concession system, Shanghai, Yokohama and Tianjin embraced modern Western urban planning and architectural ideas by implementing Land Regulations (LR). A comparison of institutions, policies and mutual influences resulting from British colonization in these three cities can reflect the intricate internal and external factors that shape their local modernization, which helps explain the urban development trajectory in East Asia. However, existing studies lack comprehensive comparative analysis, exploration of institutional motives for spatial formation and examination of correlations between urban management patterns. Therefore, this study aims to situate the relation between colonialism and modernization in East Asia through an analysis of promulgation process, content changes and spatial impact of LR, the fundamental law of the concessions. This study shows that LR had an inheritance influenced by Consul Alcock. Characteristics of modern urban planning emerged in management and space. The modernization process was shaped by the development of the British native urban governance system, changes in colonial policy and the different social contexts of China and Japan. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This article presents a regional study of the mechanics of modernization and liberalization of Muslim law in India. I explore these themes by focusing on how Indian courts, over nearly two centuries, interpreted the Islamic doctrine of khiyār al-bulūgh— the right of a minor to repudiate her marriage upon attaining majority. I also revisit the legislative debates that occurred during the codification of this doctrine into the Dissolution of Muslim Marriages Act, 1939. I identify two paradoxes from this history: first, that the liberalization of religious laws has been achieved at least as reliably and stably through judicial failures—errors, amnesia, indolence and ineptitude—as through deliberate legislative and judicial interventions; and second, that the recent overlaying of religious laws with "liberal-secular" laws in India has resulted in the consolidation and intensification of patriarchal authority over adolescent sexuality—an authority that had been scattered and loosely articulated under the regime of "purely religious" laws. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The reforms of Russian Tsar Peter I (1682–1725) touched all spheres of life, including the Church. The purpose of this paper is to bring into focus his approach to the reform of monasticism. It reflects on Peter's personal remarks as reported both by his Russian and his foreign interlocutors, his legislation, including law drafts, and practical measures such as the All-Joking, All-Drunken Synod. The principal conclusion is that it was this Russian ruler who was the first to call into question the very existence of monasticism and who came close to the ultimate dissolution of monasteries. He did not abolish monasticism not because it was a too radical step but because he devised measures of reform to raise its standards and improve its public utility. His treatment of the monastic tradition should be interpretated not as secularization but rather as modernization. Peter's personal "monachophobia" is best understood as a modernizing impulse. His objective was the creation of a "modern" state whose Church and clergy represented contemporary values. Traditional, unreformed monasticism presented an obstacle in his progress towards this goal. The legacy of Peter's policy was an increasing monachophobia in Russia apparent from the 18th century onwards. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The relevance of this study is conditioned by the significant importance of the organisation of electronic document management in the Republic of Kazakhstan and the broad prospects that open up during the digitalisation of state archives. The purpose of the study is to investigate the key aspects of the digitalisation of archives in Kazakhstan at the current stage of the country's economic development. The basis of its methodological approach was a theoretical investigation of the processes of digitalisation of archival information under the conditions of practical application of the electronic document management system in the Republic of Kazakhstan, with the results obtained indicating the major significance of the digital transformation of archives in the context of the programmes Resolution of the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan No. 827 "About Approval of the State Program "Digital Kazakhstan" (2017) and "Information Kazakhstan-2020": State Program (2021) adopted at the state level. The sequential transfer of archival information to digital media for storage offers numerous advantages over traditional paper media, with the state level in Kazakhstan regulating the digital transformation of archives and the adoption and use of a unified electronic document management system by enacting a number of laws that regulate a wide range of related issues. The introduction of an electronic document management system has also established numerous advantages, largely determining the significant prospects for the development of this system of interaction between organisations (state, public, legal entities, and individuals). The practical significance of the results obtained lies in the possibility of their application in the organisation of the activities of enterprises and organisations of the Republic of Kazakhstan that implement measures to digitalise archival data within the unified electronic document management system. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Artificial intelligence techniques are beginning to be implemented in most areas. In the particular case of automobiles, new cars include integrated applications, such as cameras in different configurations, including in the rear of the car to provide assistance while reversing, as well as front and side cameras; these applications also include different configurations of sensors that provide information to the driver, such as objects approaching from different directions, such as from the front and sides. In this paper, we propose a practical and low-cost methodology to provide solutions using artificial intelligence techniques, as is the purpose of YOLO architecture, version 3, using hardware based on Nvidia's Jetson TK1 architecture, and configurations in conventional cars. The results that we present demonstrate that these technologies can be applied in conventional cars, working with independent power to avoid causing problems in these cars, and we evaluate their application in the detection of people and cars in different situations, which allows information to be provided to the driver while performing maneuvers. The methodology that we provide can be replicated and scaled according to needs. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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This research investigates the engagement mechanism of college student volunteers in community environmental education (CEE) within China's modernization drive and the pursuit of harmonious human-nature coexistence. Integrating cognitive processes, individual behavior, and societal influences, a theoretical framework is developed based on the cognition-investigation-service model. The framework underscores the roles of community environmental values, investigation, and empowerment in shaping college student volunteers' commitment to CEE. Through empirical analysis, the study validates hypotheses that community environmental education cognition positively influences service behavior and perception of investigation. The findings align with existing literature, reinforcing the significance of cognitive processes, perceptions, and behaviors in driving environmental initiatives. Insights gleaned from this study offer strategies to promote effective community environmental education, emphasizing the importance of fostering positive attitudes and enhancing perceptions among college student volunteers. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article is dedicated to exploring the theoretical foundations of public-private partnership (PPP) as one of the key instruments for post-war economic reconstruction in Ukraine. A deep analysis of the genesis and evolution of PPP both globally and domestically is conducted. The position of PPP in the system of administrative and legal regulation is determined, along with its significant potential for stimulating economic development and the restoration of war-damaged infrastructure. The war in Ukraine inflicted dreadful damage to the country's economy, requiring substantial investments for its recovery and further development. In this context, PPP is considered as one of the promising sources of investment capable of stimulating economic growth and infrastructure modernization. A retrospective analysis of the evolution of PPP from ancient times to its active implementation in the 20th century is carried out. Emphasis is placed on the experience of foreign countries where PPP is successfully utilized for project implementation in various spheres such as infrastructure, healthcare, education, energy, etc. The formation and development of PPP in Ukraine are thoroughly analyzed. Key stages, legislative steps taken for its regulation, and factors hindering its dynamic growth are identified. The system of regulatory acts defining the legal framework for the functioning of PPP in Ukraine, the main principles and mechanisms for implementing PPP projects, as well as the powers of state bodies and the private sector in this sphere are disclosed. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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The construction of a new double‐track steel railway arch bridge over the Elbe river, which replaced the original single‐track bridge from 1966, has significantly increased the capacity, speed, and smoothness of railway traffic in Pardubice. This 140‐meter‐long, three‐span bridge was realized as part of the modernization and double‐tracking of the Pardubice ‐ Hradec Králové line between 2021‐2024. Its construction, coupled with the provisional use of the original bridge, represents a remarkable engineering feat [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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Military modernization is a complicated process of force building by which a nation fulfills its defense requirements. Professionally, it is measured by the sophistication of the combat capabilities of a country's armed forces as defined by the effectiveness of strategies and doctrines, commanding heights, soldier training, organization and structure, and the jointness of services and weapons systems. Technological progress is a primary driver for a military to modernize through transformation. More broadly, military modernization is an integral component of a country's overall modernization, either facilitating or obstructing its socio-political, economic, and technological development. Military modernization is also affected by the nature of a country's political system, as it determines the relations between civilian leaders and the top brass, the status of the military in society, and the internal shape of the organization, i.e., officer corruption and force cohesiveness. Yet, whether the system of state governance decisively impacts the patterns and pace of military modernization is a subject of debate. As discussed in detail in this paper, one-party rule is a specific political structure that can affect military modernization either positively or negatively. Positively as in the case of China, systemic factors such as the undisrupted CPC control of the military, concentrated inputs of resources into force building, and targeted capability acquisition contribute to the modernization of the People's Liberation Army (PLA) as a beneficiary of one-party rule. Negatively, one party-rule may disrupt military/society interactions and is prone to structural corruption, undermining the quality of military modernization. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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Faced with climate change and other ecological crises, sustainability has become an inescapable normative framework for organizations and societies worldwide. However, it conceals very different practices and imaginaries of a sustainable future. Firstly, this article introduces the three imaginaries of modernization, transformation, and control and explores what chances of implementation these trajectories have. Modernization is the dominant path driven by governments and corporations, transformation efforts by civil society actors are marginalized, and control is currently becoming more influential as a trajectory in the wake of a renaissance of strong nation-states. Secondly, this article works out the idea that sustainability, in the sense of an open future, is no longer achievable. Too many ecological burdens already exist, or can no longer be averted, so much so that one should be speaking instead about the politics of post-sustainability. It is highly probable that catastrophes and social collapses can no longer be prevented, and a rapid decarbonization of economies and societies in the coming years is so unlikely that the question thus arises as to how positive visions of the future for living together can still be derived from this. Finally, using the example of the rights of nature, it is discussed how there can, nevertheless, be forms of conviviality that could (albeit slowly) grow out of the multiple social and ecological crises and which are based on an amalgam of modernization, transformation, and control. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This study discusses the modernization of smallholder agriculture in China, where most farms are small, and farms' parcels are fragmented. The study puts forward a framework of agricultural modernization by vertical division of labor and specialized production in agriculture. We posit that hiring machinery services could be a pathway to connect smallholders with modern agriculture and achieve food security in China. Using household‐level data from China, this study examines how hiring machinery services affects farm productivity and rural households' welfare. Findings show that mechanization services increased rural Chinese families' food security and agricultural productivity. Hiring machinery services improves smallholders' income by influencing the input efficiency of maize production and increasing participation in off‐farm work. Our findings highlight the importance of technology to improve smallholder agriculture and food security, not only in China but also in other South and Southeast Asian countries. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Since the comprehensive economic renovation in 1986, the industrialization process in Vietnam has underwent several cognitive transformations and has achieved some remarkable success. The two main breakthroughs in the Communist Party of Vietnam cognitive viewpoint on industrialization were: the transformation of industrialization strategy from import substitution to export led growth; and the adaptation of industrialization process to the specific context of Vietnam. The success of industrialization in Vietnam were evident through: rapid economic growth; economic restructuring in line with global trend; impressive export performance; strengthen relation with key diplomatic partners; and the development of human capital beyond expectation relative to the country's income level. However, Vietnam's economy is showing signs of declining growth momentum; specializing in low value-added assembly functions; rising regional disparities and income inequality. This indicates that the country's industrialization model needs further adaptation in the new global context. The new model needs to: focus more on building an independent and self-reliant domestic economy; build on the foundation of domestic science and technology development; focus on some key industries, such as information technology, electronics, or renewable energy; and prioritize on developing human capital. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Temporality is a relatively new conception in the field of education policy. Drawing upon historical sociology, this article aims to contribute to the field by deconstructing China's policy discourse – education modernization. It traces the history of the discourse (1904–2012) to analyze how Chinese rurality is interwoven into the nation's pursuit of modern country status. Two temporal threads are identified: the rural as a problem and the rural as a modernization plan. The article reveals how the threads forms a paradoxical position of the rural in China's current modernization agenda: the problematized rural as a potential empowering force. The findings illuminate how the policy constructs a history narrative thereby constructing a unified destiny of the nation for the future, which entrusts education policy with moral significances. China's case demonstrates how education policy inherits and utilizes historical and cultural assumptions as a governing technique, while being shaped and constrained by them. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

In the article, the gradual liberalization of trade in the globalized world, along with the increase of competition and organizations, the extension of transportation routes has brought forward the speed factor. In today's globalized world, the economy is changing direction very quickly. First of all these companies are in favor of achieving this success by reducing losses and transportation costs in order to increase customer satisfaction. All this depends on the proper construction of the supply chain. One of the main objectives of the article is the importance of effective supply chain strategies to reduce cost and improve service level, and to deliver to customers at low cost and on time according to the taste and demand of the consumer from their interactions at different levels in the supply chain. In the article, was discussed the importance of increasing the socio-economic development of Nakhchivan MR, attracting it to the trade cycle by effectively using its favorable geographical advantages and existing potential, expanding international economic relations with foreign countries with a systematic approach to the supply chain, and achieving customer satisfaction. In the research work, the study of the modern state of foreign trade and supply chain logistics services and the creation of logistics centers in the Autonomous Republic, the study of problems and the conduct of work in this direction were set and investigated as a goal. One of the main goals of the implemented policy is to ensure timely and quality delivery of raw materials and processed products by means of transit freight. In the scientific article, the complex and systematic measures implemented in the direction of the development of the logistics service sector, private issue of accelerating the development of the division, creating favorable conditions for the development of entrepreneurship in the region, creating a business environment, and increasing the export potential were also investigated. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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Scholars theorize the effect of modernization on religious and familial institutions in a parallel way. Some argue that both are irreversibly in decline—as secularization and deinstitutionalization, respectively—while others argue that they have either merely changed or are in fact growing stronger. However, correctly interpreting institutional change depends not only on how one evaluates the empirical starts and endpoints but also on how one defines the domains under change themselves. In this paper, I examine these debates, detail the structural similarities in their arguments, and outline a new analytical approach informed by recent work in institutional logics to better answer the definitional questions. Theorizing both institutions together and their parallel trajectories in modernity reveals unique insights about the scholarly discourse on modernization and is especially important given the unique influence of religion and family on one another as (seemingly) privatized spheres of social life. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The relevance of the research stems from the need to study the issues of continuity of the school and university curricula content in science disciplines on the example of the “physics” course. This study aims at identifying the principles of continuity of the content of school curricula and higher education programs in natural sciences in the example of the “physics” course, as well as disclosing methods to ensure the continuity of secondary and higher education in the Republic of Kazakhstan. The primary method in this study is system analysis, which is applied to examine the continuity of the school and university science curricula content, using the “physics” course as an example. Moreover, a theoretical analysis of recent scientific publications was carried out in the research process. The study deals with the problem of maintaining continuity in the general secondary education curricula in the field of natural sciences based on a renewed education program. The study presents the results of the analysis in the form of methodological suggestions and reveals possible barriers to the implementation of lifelong learning. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Happiness is often seen as one of the important goals of life. It has a saying that goes, "The happier the person is, the healthier he is," which means that there is a strong connection between happiness and health. It suggests that individuals who experience greater happiness tend to enjoy better physical and mental health. Happiness can lead to reduced stress, improved immune function and a greater overall sense of well-being, all of which contribute to better health outcomes. This study explores how modernization can bring positive and negative impact on happiness among university students in Assam. It looks at how changes like new technology, shifts in culture and trends in education impact students' well-being. The aim of the study is to find out the level of happiness and dimension of happiness among boys and girls of university students. Oxford Happiness Questionnaire developed by psychologists Michael Argyle and Peter Hills at 2002, age ranges from 13 to 68 was used for the present study. The methodology employed in the present study is descriptive survey method using simple random sampling technique to collect primary data through an online questionnaire and secondary data from existing sources. The study finds out that the majority of university students exhibit an average level of happiness. There also exists no significant gender differences in happiness across various dimension. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Urban form and neighborhood design played a crucial role in shaping the physical landscape of cities and municipalities. This paper focusedonthe improvement of urban form and neighborhood design that enhanced the accessibility and sustainability of government services, ultimately contributed to the development of a modern and smarter city or municipality. The study centered on the municipality of Tuba in Benguet, characterized as a peri-urban area nestled within the mountainous topography of Cordillera. The community faces challenges in accessing government centers due to its periphery being intersected by three major road thoroughfares. With the objectives of identifying barriers among the community in accessing different government services and finding appropriate approach to enhance the said barriers. This study addressed these issues and provided a more intelligent and accessible government, a qualitative approach was employed. This involved group discussions and personal interviews that identified community problems. This research identified the Multi-Nodal Urban Form outlined in the Comprehensive Land Use Plan (CLUP) of Tuba and this urban form was integrated into a modernization program which incorporated Information and Communication Technology (ICT) concepts through 15-minutes city approach. The program focused on the development of a One-Stop-Shop service, strategically establish in the identified growth nodes of the municipality. The Four urban barangays--Población, Tadiangan, Camp 3, and Camp 4--were identified as Major Growth Centers in accordance with the CLUP and Philippine Statistics Authority data. These growth centers exhibited diverse economic modes capable of sustaining the identified nodes. A centralized ICT-equipped One-Stop-Shop Government Service Facility was established to servethese growth centers, fostering accessibility and efficiency in government services throughout the municipality sustaining 15-minutes city approach in its development. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The preservation and revival of traditional Miao costume patterns hold paramount significance in safeguarding the rich cultural heritage of the Miao ethnic group. This review paper delves into the efforts undertaken by local communities, skilled artisans, and cultural organizations to ensure the passage of these intricate patterns to forthcoming generations. Traditional Miao costume patterns are not merely aesthetic adornments, but intricate repositories of historical narratives, social symbolism, and indigenous identity. In the face of modernization, globalization, and dwindling traditional craftsmanship skills, these patterns face significant threats of erosion and loss. However, a range of proactive initiatives has been deployed to counter these challenges. At the community level, oral traditions, storytelling, and inter-generational knowledge transfer play pivotal roles in ensuring the seamless transmission of these patterns. Artisans, possessing unparalleled expertise, contribute to both preservation and revival through mentorship programs and innovative adaptations that integrate traditional designs with modern aesthetics. Cultural organizations and institutions further bolster these efforts by establishing dedicated cultural centers, conducting research, and curating exhibitions. The path forward is rife with challenges, including the delicate balance between preserving tradition while allowing for modern influences, ensuring the economic viability of artisans and communities, addressing ethical concerns related to cultural appropriation, and harnessing the power of technology for wider dissemination. Despite these challenges, successful case studies from various regions exemplify the tangible impact of these initiatives. Community-led projects showcase how local participation bolsters preservation, artisan-driven revival projects highlight the ingenuity of skilled craftspeople, and cultural organizations underscore the importance of collaborative efforts. Looking ahead, recommendations include advocating for government support, fostering cross-cultural exchanges, integrating traditional patterns into contemporary fashion, designing educational programs for broader awareness, and developing online platforms for showcasing and selling traditional costumes. The coexistence of tradition and modernity is an attainable future, whereby the intricate threads of Miao costume patterns continue to weave a tapestry of cultural resilience. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Industrialization and modernization are affecting and attracting all countries. For developed countries, modernization is carried out to promote the development of society to become more and more modern. For developing countries, industrialization will be carried out in conjunction with modernization to transform the agricultural economy into an industrial economy in a modern direction. In that context, developing the intellectual team is a prerequisite, ensuring the transition from an agricultural economy to an industrial economy in a modern direction like Kien Giang province of Vietnam. Studying and evaluating current documents will help discover the driving force for developing the intellectual team. Searching and evaluating documents through a system of modern tools, evaluating, criticizing, comparing, filtering, synthesizing and providing results shows that the industrialization and modernization of the country in general, Kien Giang province in particular and the international integration process of Vietnam are the driving force for the development of the intellectual team. This study provides the situation of the development of the intellectual team of Vietnam in general and Kien Giang province in particular, thereby providing important solutions to develop the intellectual team in response to the requirements of the industrialization and modernization process. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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British historians drew on anthropological exemplars to remake social history between 1959 and 1977. Eric Hobsbawm's 'primitive rebels', Peter Laslett's World We Have Lost, Keith Thomas's studies of witchcraft, and E. P. Thompson's 'moral economy' were all inspired by contemporary social anthropology, and they transformed historians' understanding of the past. Reconstructing this moment of cross-disciplinary research contributes to our understanding of broader changes in the mid-century human sciences. This was a moment of grand theorizing about 'modernization', capitalism, and industrialization. Social historians responded to these concerns by drawing analogies between the past and the ethnographic present. The result was a number of hugely influential studies of social change that posed new questions to those seeking to create abstract models of modernization out of the English past. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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Following Ziya Gökalp and Ali Shariati's assertion that Protestantism arose due to the influence of Islam in Europe in the Middle Ages, this study discusses the different discourses elaborated by the Turkish and Iranian authors based on this idea. The controversies surrounding modernity, westernization, colonialism, and Islam were a constant in their writings, despite the different geographical and historical circumstances. This paper discusses the logic of Gökalp and Shariati's claim that Protestantism was Islamized Christianity. The aim is to provide a detailed perspective on how this claim illuminates their broader thinking about civilization, culture, and religion. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

High-pressure heaters with stainless tubes were developed on the basis of previously tested technical solutions. These heaters replaced high-pressure heaters PV-150-3M with brass heat exchanger tubes in the regeneration system of the PR-12.9-2.8 (AP-25-2) turbine unit. Disadvantages of the replaced heaters, which caused their unsatisfactory thermal efficiency, thus complicating the operation of the regeneration system, are considered. The observed operational disadvantages are eliminated in the new heaters, which resulted in their higher thermal efficiency than that of the replaced ones, as confirmed by test and operation data. The example of heaters PV-150-3M demonstrates that high-pressure chamber heaters of low-power turbine units kept in operation for normal initial steam parameters can be successfully replaced with more advanced units. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This article critically examines Sir Sayed Ahamd Khan's perspectives on Islamic thoughts and Muslim civilization's presentation, highlighting his efforts to perform and modernize Islamic ideology. It analyses his writings, such as Tafsir-al-Qur'an and khutbate-e-Ahmadiyah, to understand his approach to Islamic thought and its representation. This article also explores his views on Muslim civilization's presentation, including his advocacy for education, science and interfaith understanding. By evaluating Sir Syed's vision, this article aims to understand his contributions to Islamic reform, modernization and the promotion of a progressive Muslim identity. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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This paper provides new iconography for the Systems Engineering "V‐Model" or "Vee‐Model." The "Arch Model" resets and refreshes the original iterative intent of the "V‐Model" in a modern context integrated with digital engineering (DE). We will highlight common misperceptions that reduced the efficacy of the "V‐Model" and explore how a "classical Roman engineering" metaphor can inspire a modern view of systems development based on historically successful, foundational engineering. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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Modernization has changed America, Europe, and Islamic countries, including Iran. Tehran, Iran's capital, has experienced rapid population growth and immigration, leading to the devaluation and abandonment of some historical areas. In the Shemiranat region, known for its cultural heritage, unplanned construction has transformed heritage areas into modern, undistinguished residences, causing a loss of intrinsic value. This study examines the impact of modernization on the cultural heritage residences in the Shemiranat region, focusing on transforming residential facades. By analyzing 11 residential buildings from the Qajar era (1789-1925), the Pahlavi period (1925-1979), and the Islamic Republic period (1979-present), this research highlights the impact of modern culture on the architectural heritage of Shemiranat. The study employs qualitative methods, including surveys and archival research. Key aspects include identifying the differences between cultural heritage and modern residences and conducting a comparative analysis of selected houses from different periods. The findings reveal a shift from traditional Persian architecture to modernist influences and a contemporary blend of traditional and modern design. This study underscores the tension between heritage preservation and modernization in Tehran, proposing guidelines for integrating traditional and contemporary architectural practices. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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The advent of technology has revolutionized many aspects of human life, including the operation and engagement methods of religious institutions. Historically, church services were confined to physical spaces, limiting congregational engagement to in-person attendance. Traditional worship, involving sermons, hymns, and communal activities, fostered a sense of community and spiritual enrichment. However, declining attendance in traditional settings necessitates the integration of modern digital tools to revitalize worship experiences and engage tech-savvy youth. This study explores the transformative impact of technology on church services, particularly its effectiveness in engaging younger congregants, through a quantitative survey of church leaders, technology experts, and congregants across various denominations. The research examines the adoption and impact of digital innovations such as live-streaming, social media outreach, mobile apps, and multimedia worship formats. Findings highlight enhanced accessibility, participation, and connection, making faith more relevant to younger generations. Challenges such as the potential dilution of spiritual experiences and the digital divide are also identified. Applying the Diffusion of Innovations theory, the study underscores the need for strategic, thoughtful integration of technology that balances modern conveniences with core religious values, bridging generational gaps and ensuring the continued vitality of religious communities in the digital age. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Introduction: Understanding the significance of culture in shaping the meaning of place is crucial in today’s world, as cities have become the primary environments for human life. These urban spaces are deeply affected by rapid cultural changes, which influence not only their physical form but also the lives and identities of their residents. In this context, Tabriz, a historically rich city, serves as an ideal case for examining how cultural policies affect urban life. This research investigates the cultural policies of Tabriz through a sociological lens, focusing on the narratives and perspectives of its residents. The main objective is to explore how these policies are perceived by the people of Tabriz and to understand what role they play in shaping the identity, memory, and cultural landscape of the city. Theoretical Framework: The theoretical framework of this research draws on the works of several key thinkers, including Lefebvre, Crinson, Simmel, Berman, Miztal, Doserto, and Benjamin. According to Lefebvre, urban space is inherently political and never neutral, as it reflects power structures and social relations (Lefebvre, 2015: 21). Crinson suggests that cities are remembered through their buildings, which serve as tangible representations of urban memory (Crinson, 2016: 17). Miztal emphasizes that any objectified entity in a city can evoke perception and memory, providing a narrative about the past (Miztal, 2003: 132). Doserto adds that resistance plays a key role in urban spaces, as individuals create meaning in the city through their actions and interactions (Doserto, 1997). Methodology: This research uses thematic analysis to collect and interpret narratives from residents of Tabriz who are over 25 years old, have lived in the city for more than 10 years, and possess sufficient knowledge about its cultural policies. The participants, both men and women, shared their insights through in-depth interviews. The goal was to gather a diverse range of opinions and experiences, capturing the different ways in which Tabriz’s residents understand and engage with the city’s cultural policies. Results and Discussion: The thematic analysis yielded several key themes, which are summarized below: 1. The Suffering of Forgetfulness: Drawing on Crinson’s theory of urban memory, this theme highlights how urban renewal projects in Tabriz disconnect the present city from its past. As the city’s infrastructure is modernized, its historical identity is eroded, leading to a sense of loss among residents. 2. Traces of Memory: Benjamin views the city as a complex site of perception and memory (Benjamin, 1986: 26). In Tabriz, the fast pace of renovations has resulted in the destruction of many historically significant areas, leaving residents with a fragmented sense of their city’s past. 3. Repeated Collapse: Berman argues that modernity is a shared experience of both creation and destruction (Berman, 2016: 15). Tabriz, like many cities undergoing rapid modernization, experiences this duality—while modern urban development brings economic opportunities, it also threatens the city’s cultural and historical fabric. 4. Memory Policy: Miztal’s notion of memory policy refers to the way in which official narratives are imposed from above, shaping collective memory (Miztal, 2003: 129). In Tabriz, the dominant political and cultural discourses often reshape the city’s memory, leaving little room for organic, grassroots narratives to emerge. 5. The Other of the City: Simmel’s concept of the duality of self and other is crucial for understanding the subjectivity of urban dwellers. In Tabriz, the coexistence of traditional and modern elements creates a complex dynamic between residents’ historical identity and their adaptation to modernity. This is reflected in the city’s proximity to Turkey, which shares similar historical and cultural contexts. 6. Channelization of Space: Lefebvre posits that urban planners play a crucial role in controlling and producing space (Lefebvre, 2015: 37). In Tabriz, planners have been instrumental in transforming the city through modernization projects that prioritize infrastructure over the preservation of historical sites, contributing to the loss of cultural memory. 7. Resistance Activism: Doserto’s theory of power and resistance in urban spaces (Doserto, 1997) is evident in the actions of Tabriz’s citizens, who strive to preserve their ethnic, linguistic, and cultural diversity. Through various forms of activism, they resist the homogenization of their city’s identity and seek to retain its unique character. Conclusion: Cultural sustainability, which encompasses the preservation and expansion of history, values, and relationships, is a key component of urban life. In Tabriz, the process of renovation and reconstruction has been marked by rapid changes and widespread destruction. The residents of Tabriz experience this as a loss of their city’s historical and cultural identity. For Tabriz to develop successful cultural policies, its urban plans must prioritize the needs and interests of its citizens over cars and infrastructure. Moreover, these policies should be democratic and inclusive, reflecting the diversity of the population. The narratives of Tabriz’s residents offer valuable insights into their levels of satisfaction with the city’s cultural policies and their willingness to engage in its governance. As urban renewal continues to reshape Tabriz, it is crucial to listen to these voices and incorporate them into future policy decisions to create a city that honors both its past and its future. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]