Friar Pau of Alacant

2022 ◽  
pp. 34-46
Author(s):  
Vicent Josep Escartí
Keyword(s):  
17Th Century ◽  
Human Values ◽  
Difficult Times ◽  
The Impact

The Capuchin friar Pau of Alacant-Jaume Fornals Colomina (Alacant 1612-1664), in view of the impact of the plague epidemic that hit many European territories in the mid-17th century and in order to highlight the martyrdom suffered by his religious brothers who had helped the sick in Valencia, wrote a letter that included several hagiographic-looking accounts, published in 1648. This chapter provides information on this forgotten author and analyzes the construction of micro-biographies that stress human values in difficult times.

The Southern Mystique: The Impact of Technology on Human Values in a Changing Region

1979 ◽  
Vol 20 (1) ◽  
pp. 242
Author(s):  
I. B. Holley ◽  
W. David Lewis ◽  
B. Eugene Griessman
Keyword(s):  
Human Values ◽  
Impact Of Technology ◽  
The Impact

scholarly journals Considerations of the Scale of Radiocarbon Offsets in the East Mediterranean, and Considering a Case for the Latest (Most Recent) Likely Date for the Santorini Eruption

Radiocarbon ◽  
2012 ◽  
Vol 54 (3-4) ◽  
pp. 449-474 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sturt W Manning ◽  
Bernd Kromer
Keyword(s):  
Time Horizon ◽  
Weighted Average ◽  
17Th Century ◽  
Data Sets ◽  
East Mediterranean ◽  
Average Value ◽  
Accuracy And Precision ◽  
Wide Range ◽  
The Impact ◽  
East Mediterranean Region

The debate over the dating of the Santorini (Thera) volcanic eruption has seen sustained efforts to criticize or challenge the radiocarbon dating of this time horizon. We consider some of the relevant areas of possible movement in the14C dating—and, in particular, any plausible mechanisms to support as late (most recent) a date as possible. First, we report and analyze data investigating the scale of apparent possible14C offsets (growing season related) in the Aegean-Anatolia-east Mediterranean region (excluding the southern Levant and especially pre-modern, pre-dam Egypt, which is a distinct case), and find no evidence for more than very small possible offsets from several cases. This topic is thus not an explanation for current differences in dating in the Aegean and at best provides only a few years of latitude. Second, we consider some aspects of the accuracy and precision of14C dating with respect to the Santorini case. While the existing data appear robust, we nonetheless speculate that examination of the frequency distribution of the14C data on short-lived samples from the volcanic destruction level at Akrotiri on Santorini (Thera) may indicate that the average value of the overall data sets is not necessarily the most appropriate14C age to use for dating this time horizon. We note the recent paper of Soter (2011), which suggests that in such a volcanic context some (small) age increment may be possible from diffuse CO2emissions (the effect is hypothetical at this stage and hasnotbeen observed in the field), and that "if short-lived samples from the same stratigraphic horizon yield a wide range of14C ages, the lower values may be the least altered by old CO2." In this context, it might be argued that a substantive “low” grouping of14C ages observable within the overall14C data sets on short-lived samples from the Thera volcanic destruction level centered about 3326–3328 BP is perhaps more representative of the contemporary atmospheric14C age (without any volcanic CO2contamination). This is a subjective argument (since, in statistical terms, the existing studies using the weighted average remain valid) that looks to support as late a date as reasonable from the14C data. The impact of employing this revised14C age is discussed. In general, a late 17th century BC date range is found (to remain) to be most likelyeven ifsuch a late-dating strategy is followed—a late 17th century BC date range is thus a robust finding from the14C evidence even allowing for various possible variation factors. However, the possibility of a mid-16th century BC date (within ∼1593–1530 cal BC) is increased when compared against previous analyses if the Santorini data are considered in isolation.

scholarly journals FILOSOFIJA IR XVII a. MOKSLO REVOLIUCIJA

Problemos ◽  
2006 ◽  
Vol 70 ◽  
Author(s):  
Evaldas Nekrašas
Keyword(s):  
Scientific Revolution ◽  
17Th Century ◽  
Special Science ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Intellectual Power ◽  
The Revolution

Straipsnyje nagrinėjama, kokią įtaką filosofijos raidai turėjo XVII a. mokslo revoliucija, daugiausia dėmesio skiriant jos padariniams reinterpretuojant filosofijos ir mokslo santykį. Argumentuojama, kad filosofijos, visų pirma metafizikos ir mokslo santykį transformavo aristoteliškosios mokslo plėtotės programos pakeitimas pitagoriškąja – matematizuotos eksperimentinės gamtotyros atsiradimas leido griežčiau atskirti fiziką nuo metafizikos. Specialiųjų mokslų ir metafizikos tikslų, metodų ir nagrinėjamų problemų pobūdžio supriešinimas sudarė pagrindą atsirasti pozityvistiniams filosofijos pertvarkymo į specialųjį mokslą projektams. Straipsnis baigiamas išvada, kad mokslas, jau XVII amžiuje ėmęs virsti intelektualine jėga, pranokstančia filosofiją pagal reikšmę ir įtaką, privertė filosofiją ir filosofus užimti vienokią ar kitokią poziciją savo atžvilgiu. Ši pozicija iš esmės nulemia tiek filosofavimo būdų spektrą, tiek skirtingų filosofavimo būdų santykį. Patys filosofai nebūtinai šią poziciją aiškiai reflektuoja ir fiksuoja, bet ji visada yra tam tikro filosofavimo būdo pasirinkimo pagrindas.Pagrindiniai žodžiai: Newtonas, Hume’as, metafizika, pozityvizmas. PHILOSOPHY AND THE 17TH CENTURY SCIENTIFIC REVOLUTIONEvaldas Nekrašas Summary The paper deals with the issue of the impact of the 17th century scientific revolution upon the development of philosophy. The main focus is relation between science and philosophy and effects of the revolution on the interpretation of that relation. The author argues that the relation between metaphysics and science has been transformed due to the replacement of the Aristotelian programme of the development of science by the Pythagorean one. The contraposition of aims, methods and problems characteristic of special science to those typical of metaphysics created preconditions for bringing forward the positivist schemes of the transformation of philosophy into one or another special science. The paper ends with the conclusion that science which already in the 17th century became an intellectual power excelling philosophy in significance and influence forced philosophy and philosophers to take a specific stance on it. This stance determines the spectrum of different ways of doing philosophy and their relation to each other. Some philosophers do not reflect the stance on science taken by them. But this stance always affects the choice of ways of doing philosophy.Keywords: Newton, Hume, metaphysics, positivism.

Privacy Factors for Successful Ubiquitous Computing

2010 ◽  
pp. 1408-1424
Author(s):  
Linda Little ◽  
Pam Briggs
Keyword(s):  
Ubiquitous Computing ◽  
Detailed Analysis ◽  
Social Engagement ◽  
Large Scale ◽  
New Technologies ◽  
Cost Benefit Analysis ◽  
Cost Benefit ◽  
Human Values ◽  
Large Scale Survey ◽  
The Impact

Certain privacy principles have been established by industry, (e.g. USCAM, 2006). Over the past two years, we have been trying to understand whether such principles reflect the concerns of the ordinary citizen. We have developed a method of enquiry which displays a rich context to the user in order to elicit more detailed information about those privacy factors that underpin our acceptance of ubiquitous computing. To investigate use and acceptance Videotaped Activity Scenarios specifically related to the exchange of health, financial, shopping and e-voting information and a large scale survey were used. We present a detailed analysis of user concerns firstly in terms of a set of constructs that might reflect user-generated privacy principles; secondly those factors likely to play a key role in an individual’s cost-benefit analysis and thirdly, longer-term concerns of the citizen in terms of the impact of new technologies on social engagement and human values.

scholarly journals Courage, Fortitude, and Effective Leadership of Surgical Teams During COVID-19

2020 ◽  
Vol 11 (5) ◽  
pp. 675-679
Author(s):  
Elizabeth H. Stephens ◽  
Joseph A. Dearani ◽  
Kristine J. Guleserian
Keyword(s):  
Effective Leadership ◽  
Medical Profession ◽  
The World ◽  
Surgical Teams ◽  
Difficult Times ◽  
The Impact

The world as we once knew it has been drastically altered secondary to coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). The impact of these changes, particularly for those practicing in the medical profession, extends beyond the physical to the psychological, emotional, and spiritual. We discuss the factors that contribute to these stresses, way to manage them, and how we as leaders of our teams can inspire resilience and help our colleagues endure these most difficult times.

Richard Lower (1631–1691): acknowledging his notable contributions to the exploration of the nervous system

2009 ◽  
Vol 111 (5) ◽  
pp. 1096-1101 ◽  
Author(s):  
R. Shane Tubbs ◽  
Marios Loukas ◽  
Michael Hill ◽  
Mohammadali M. Shoja ◽  
Aaron A. Cohen-Gadol
Keyword(s):  
Nervous System ◽  
Cranial Nerve ◽  
17Th Century ◽  
Nerve Function ◽  
Cranial Nerve Function ◽  
Highly Skilled ◽  
Medical Career ◽  
Physiological Studies ◽  
The Impact

Richard Lower (1631–1691), an anatomist and physician, was born in St. Tudy, Cornwall, England, and became an avid follower of William Harvey and a pupil to Sir Thomas Willis. Unfortunately, little is written of his contributions to the study of the nervous system despite his successful medical career and his regard as one of the most significant English physiologists of the 17th century. Lower was best known for his remarkable studies within the cardiovascular and respiratory disciplines. However, although not as well documented and thus often overlooked, Lower produced noteworthy advancements within the field of neuroscience such as studying the hindbrain innervation of the heart, CSF formation and circulation, cranial nerve function, and the structural sources of seizures. Some have even attributed the results of Willis' anatomical and physiological studies to Lower rather than to Willis himself. Lower has not received the recognition he is owed as a highly skilled and trained anatomist and physician. In this paper, the neurological contributions, with a brief mention of challenges, delivered during the 17th century by this influential historical physician will be highlighted with an emphasis on the impact each contribution made.

scholarly journals Spain in a Multidimensional Crisis: a Social Projection of Demographic Trends

2021 ◽  
Vol 104 (4) ◽  
pp. 129-139
Author(s):  
Eleonora Ermolieva ◽  
◽  
Nadezhda Kudeyarova ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Methodological Approach ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Social Model ◽  
Social Phenomena ◽  
Current State ◽  
Dynamics Of Population ◽  
Demographic Processes ◽  
State Of Affairs ◽  
Difficult Times ◽  
The Impact

The socio-economic situation in modern Spain is complex in many aspects, which makes it possible to characterize the current state of affairs as a multidimensional crisis. The Spanish case shows the interconnection of demographic processes with structurally complicated social phenomena. An overview of the demographic decline and birth rate drop is examined, as well as the plight of young Spaniards as a result of the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic is given. The article also explores the problems of elder generation going through difficult times. On the basis of statistical data, the authors analyze the medium term prospects in the dynamics of population panorama, examine the impact of the migration factor, and show how the changing age structure and its attendant consequences pose an ever-wider range of issues for society, concerning both the younger generation and other age groups. From the perspective of demographic transformations, the article observes the situation in the pension sector, in light of the fact that Spain is one of the rapidly aging countries. The methodological approach used by the authors for a comprehensive analysis of demographic and socio-economic problems makes it possible to identify a range of interrelationships between the most important pillars of the Spanish social model.

scholarly journals Perubahan Jalur Pelayaran Terhadap Peta Perekonomian Asia Tenggara Dampak Pembangunan Terusan Kra Thailand

2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
pp. 131-137
Author(s):  
Aninditya Gita Kireina Persada ◽  
Lazarus Tri Setyawanta
Keyword(s):  
Southeast Asia ◽  
Secondary Data ◽  
17Th Century ◽  
Coastal Areas ◽  
Asia Pacific ◽  
Macro Level ◽  
Pacific Region ◽  
Asia Pacific Region ◽  
Library Research ◽  
The Impact

Terusan Kra merupakan kanal yang telah direncanakan pembangunannya oleh Thailand sejak abad ke-17. Dengan dibangunnya terusan Kra yang dimungkinkan berhasil memberi efisiensi terhadap penyingkatan waktu pelayaran di daerah Asia Pasifik tentu akan memberi dampak kerugian yang signifikan pada terusan Malaka yang telah terlebih dahulu dibuat. Dampak pembangunan tersebut akan mempengaruhi perubahan jalur pelayaran serta merubah peta perekonomian Asia Tenggara secara makro. Tujuan dari tulisan ini ada untuk mengetahui dampak dan perubahan signifikan terhadap pembangunan terusan Kra di masa depan. Metode yang digunakan merupakan pendekatan yuridis normatif yang menggunakan data sekunder melalui penelitian kepustakaan dan studi dokumen. Adanya terusan Kra akan merubah neraca ekspor dan impor secara signifikan serta akan memberikan perubahan besar ke beberapa negara-negara di Asia Pasifik. Hingga saat ini mulai banyak negara-negara di Asia Tenggara yang mulai merencanakan dan membangun kawasan pantainya agar dapat bersaing saat nantinya Terusan Kra dibuka. The Kra Canal is a canal that Thailand has planned to build since the 17th century. With the construction of the Kra canal, which is possible to provide efficiency in reducing shipping time in the Asia Pacific region, it will certainly have a significant impact on the Malacca canal that was previously built. This development impact will affect changes in shipping lanes and change the economic map of Southeast Asia at a macro level. The purpose of this paper is to determine the impact and significant changes to the development of the Kra canal in the future. The method used is a normative juridical approach that uses secondary data through library research and document study. The existence of the Kra canal will change the export and import balance significantly and will provide big changes for several countries in Asia Pacific. Until now, many countries in Southeast Asia have started planning and building their coastal areas so that they can compete when the Kra Canal opens.

scholarly journals Internet Access Practices and Employee Attitudes toward Internet Usage Policy Implementation in Selected Philippines Financial Institutions

2004 ◽  
Vol 6 (2) ◽  
pp. 193 ◽  
Author(s):  
Maria Sagrario R. Simbulan
Keyword(s):  
Internet Access ◽  
Employee Attitudes ◽  
Internet Usage ◽  
Employee Productivity ◽  
Control Mechanisms ◽  
Monitoring And Control ◽  
Access Privileges ◽  
The Individual ◽  
Difficult Times ◽  
The Impact

This study explores the employees’ concept of appropriate use of Internet facilities as well as their perception of the rights and liabilities, both of the individual and of the organization, associated with the grant of Internet access privileges in the workplace. It further examines how employees perceive their organization’s monitoring of employees online activities and the use of an Internet Usage Policy, whether these are seen as monitoring and control mechanisms or as ways to ensure that Internet access facilities are shared equitably and used responsibly. While the issue of the impact of Internet access on employee productivity will not directly be tackled, the study will provide insights into the frequency and type of usage of Internet facilities in the workplace. Considering the sizeable investment that an organization makes to provide Internet facilities, determining how employees use these facilities to achieve the goals of the organization is, in the very least, interesting and for most organizations concerned with their survival in difficult times, critically important.

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