Kulturstudier og medievidenskab

During the Cold War, scientific discoveries were adapted and critiqued in many different forms of media across a divided Europe. Now, more than 30 years since the end of the Cold War, Science on Screen and Paper explores the intersections between scientific research and media by drawing from media history, film studies, and the history of science. From public relations material to educational and science films, from children's magazines to television broadcasts, the contributions in this collected volume seek to embrace medial differences and focus on intersectional themes and strategies for the representation of science.

"Focusing on artificial intelligence (AI) and reproductive and genetic technologies (Repro-tech), Jude Browne asks who is politically responsible for the impacts of these transformative technologies and examines how we can respond to the societal challenges they pose in a way that is both politically feasible and socially responsible"--

"Makes available in English translation a series of hugely influential articles about Roman Republican politics which were all originally published in German. Three new essays discuss the history of German scholarship on the Republic and its interactions with Anglophone research, and each piece is situated in its intellectual context"--

Improving Agricultural Impact: Empowering INGOs to Establish and Enhance Their Food Security Programs is a transformative resource designed to equip international non-governmental organizations (INGOs) with the tools, strategies, and insights necessary to improve food security in developing communities. With a strong emphasis on practicality and impact, this comprehensive guide navigates through the complexities of designing, implementing, and managing agricultural development programs that yield meaningful results.Examining the core aspects of successful INGO-led agricultural development, this book presents a holistic framework that empowers communities to achieve lasting transformation. From crafting a clear mission statement to establishing outcome-driven goals, every step is meticulously outlined to ensure that the program's purpose remains steadfast and impactful. The Logic Model approach serves as the foundation, facilitating systematic planning and strategic alignment that resonates with both local contexts and overarching objectives.Written by the international agriculture experts at IDEA, their extensive experience in international development unveils a wealth of insights and practical methodologies that underline the importance of community engagement and stakeholder buy-in. Grounded in real world experiences and data-driven insights, the guide illustrates how strategic planning, innovative tactics, and well-defined activities synergize to build local capacity, enhance livelihoods, and foster community resilience. This manual guides readers through the nuanced process of creating an effective exit strategy, ensuring that the positive changes catalyzed by the program are sustained beyond its conclusion."Improving Agricultural Impact" transcends theoretical discourse by providing practical templates, case studies, and step-by-step guides that INGOs can apply in diverse contexts. It demonstrates how strategic choices impact outcomes, encourages adaptive learning, and embraces innovation as a catalyst for progress. With a robust emphasis on sustainability and impact assessment, this book serves as a trusted companion for INGOs seeking to make a meaningful difference in agricultural communities. Whether you are a seasoned development professional or a newcomer to the field, "Improving Agricultural Impact" provides an actionable roadmap for igniting positive change and fostering prosperous agricultural communities worldwide.

This volume examines the potentially deleterious impact of place branding on the social fabric, ecosystems and local economies of the places concerned. As the different essays show, place branding is a fundamentally political practice, often driven by hidden agendas that marginalize certain groups within society. Contributors explore place branding from a wide variety of angles, including: the role played by the visual arts in city branding; the applied arts, and speci cally the fashion industry¿s potential for shaping perceptions of a particular place; the different ways in which sport has been exploited by the political elites; the role of design in place branding, including the architectural design of sports stadia; and the potentially insidious economic and societal consequences of excessive consumption of branded places.

Die fantastische Welt der Science-Fiction ist voller Geschichten, erfundenen und wahren. In diesem Band hat der Journalist und SF-Fan Norbert Fiks einige seiner Beiträge zur Geschichte und Gegenwart des Genres versammelt, die er in verschiedenen Magazinen, Fanzines, Conbüchern und in seinem Blog veröffentlicht hat.Es geht um bekannte und fast vergessene Künstler und Autoren, um Arno Schmidt und Walter Ernsting, um Flüge zum Mond, um Roboter und Raketenpioniere. Zeitlich erstrecken sich die Themen von der Gründerzeit bis ins 21. Jahrhundert.

For more than 80 years, Glamour has been the preeminent women's empowerment brand in America. But until now, no one has told the extraordinary story of its origins and the famous names who helped shape the magazine into the global powerhouse it is today, and Glamour's many historic firsts. Glamour was the first American fashion magazine to feature a Black cover star, the first to present Gloria Steinem's writing, and the first to feature groundbreaking reporting on reproductive rights

Der Sammelband gibt einen breiten Überblick über Serious Games und gamifizierte Lernelemente in der schulischen Bildung sowie über die Erfahrungen und den nachhaltigen Lernerfolg dieser Formate. Ein besonderer Fokus liegt auf der Verknüpfung von theoretischen, methodischen und praktischen Aspekten des Einsatzes von Serious Games und Gamification. Dabei werden auch die Anforderungen und Herausforderungen solcher digitalen Tools für Lehrerinnen und Lehrer aufgezeigt.

A developed society is realized with the help of science and technology discoveries invented by the mature representatives and scientists of that society, or at least in the current globalization process. We know that the potential of information and communication technologies opens fundamentally new forms and possibilities of interaction and information exchange, helps to build and strengthen civil society, and accelerates the processes of economic reforms and democratic development of the country.The advancement of science was seen to be the most significant undertaking ever. Scientific publications written by scientists are essential to the advancement of science. An independent scientific study that presents a viewpoint on a pressing scientific issue is called a scientific article. A scientific paper plays a crucial role for those with lofty ambitions. This book explains how to conduct in-depth research before writing an article on any subject.

Neo-Victorian Young Adult Narratives examines the neo-Victorian themes and motifs currently appearing in young adult fiction¿specifically addressing the themes of authorship, sexuality, and criminality in the context of the Victorian age in British and American cultures. This book explicates the complicated relationship between the Victorian past and the turn to Victorian modes of thought on literature, history, and morality. Additionally, Sarah E. Maier aims to determine if the appeal of neo-Victorian young adult fiction rests in or resists nostalgia, parody, and revision. Given the overwhelming prevalence of the Victorian in the young adult genres of biofiction, juvenile writings, gothic, sensation, mystery, and crime fiction, there is much to investigate in terms of the friction between the past and the present.

Der zentrale Forschungsgegenstand dieser multimethodischen Fallstudie ist der Königsteiner Schlüssel, ein inzwischen standardmäßig verwendeter Verteilungsschlüssel zwischen den deutschen Bundesländern. Wesentliche Problemperspektive ist die Übersetzung räumlicher Gerechtigkeit in einen Indikator. Es wird argumentiert, dass Indikatoren häufig nicht unter Laborbedingungen entstehen und wirken, sondern diversen, oft nicht-intendierten Veränderungen unterliegen. Anhand historischen Materials wird die Etablierung als Standardinstrument in den Blick genommen. Der Bedeutungswandel im öffentlichen Diskurs wird durch inhaltsanalytische Auswertung eines Zeitungsartikelkorpus mit Hilfe computergestützter Topic-Modellierung gezeigt. Die Untersuchung der administrativen Verwendung als Verteilungsschlüssel für Asylbewerber erfolgt über Experteninterviews mit Entscheidern der Asylverwaltung bei der überregionalen Verteilung sowie der lokalen Unterbringung und Unterkunftsakquise.

This book examines The Thousand and One Nights by Abol-Hassan Khan Sani¿ ol-Molk Ghaffari (1813/1814-1867), of the content of the illustrations of the main story, the story of Shahrzad and Shahrbaz, as well as a codicological study of the manuscript. It intends to explain how Sani¿ ol-Molk complicates the visual frame by adaptive strategies that build on the relationship between presented objects inside an illustration and the meanings that could be conventionally attributed to them from outside of the image. Examining the illustrations of the manuscript shows how Sani¿ ol-Molk¿s visualization of the main story of The Thousand and One Nights adds to the narrative and adapts it to convey meaning(s) that transcend the story the illustrations refer to.

How do digital capitalism and the evolving landscape of new media intersect, and what does this mean for the future of media? It is necessary to begin the excavation process, to unearth the insights of experts in these fields to better understand the transformation of the globalized world. In Digital Capitalism in the New Media Era , the intricate relationship between media and society takes center stage, examined through the lens of contemporary technology's impact on this dynamic. Within the confines of this meticulously researched book lies a comprehensive analysis of how the established political economy of traditional media has adapted and responded to the surge of new technologies. The rise of new tools has inadvertently ushered in a new age of surveillance, marked by sophisticated techniques like digital trace tracking and micro-targeting strategies. This book covers comprehensive topics, including exploiting personal data for both commercial and political ends, the pervasive influence of algorithmic mechanisms and filter bubbles, and the dominion of tech giants in this digital landscape. By offering a panoramic view of the contemporary media landscape, this book not only equips researchers, sociologists, and media professionals with an understanding of the intricate interplay between technology and society but also facilitates a deeper comprehension of pressing concerns such as open science, gender equality, and the digital divide.

"Featuring in-universe content as written by Captain America and his friends, allies, and foes from across the Marvel Universe, this new archival collection delivers an unprecedented glimpse into the life and mind of an American legend-and is the perfect read for any Cap or Marvel fan."--

"Pulling from pulp, sci-fi, gag cartoons, fantasy, and thrillers, and populated by goblins, astronauts, magical thieves, and talking owls, CF's comics break apart genres and forms, then reassemble them into one-of-a-kind stories that reveal an immense imagination and boundary-pushing talent. Christopher Forgues (better known as CF) roared onto the indie comics scene in the early 2000s, producing some of the most exciting and influential work of the decade. His output was startlingly original and impressively prolific: his collaboration with Ben Jones, Paper Radio; his multi-part epic, Powr Mastrs; and the shorter comics and zines now collected for the first time in Distant Ruptures. These comics--created using scratchy pencil and brilliant color, smudged Xeroxes and scraps of notepaper--capture the extraordinary range of CF's work"--

Explores the question of whether heroes matter in the modern republic.

Elevates in systematic ways the importance of organizational thinking about sustainability and emphasizes the importance of cultural organizations in facilitating societal sustainability goals.

The most complete collection of works by the nineteenth century's most famous and groundbreaking woman journalist.

"The book explores the lasting legacy of Christian ambivalence towards Jews in Western secular law and engages with broader questions about the cultural foundations of Western secular law, the politics of religious freedom, the racialisation of religion, and the ambivalent nature of legal progress"--

The postcards in this volume, all from the Robert N. and Susan Donahue Collection, tell the story of this community from its founding to the late twentieth century. Businesses, houses of worship, educational, health care and recreational facilities, public buildings, landmarks and homes are all represented. For many, these views will spark nostalgia; for others, they will be totally unfamiliar. Either way, this is Norwood.

Celebrate America's zaniest and most subversive magazine in 26 essays and comix from all-star contributors, including Roz Chast, Jonathan Lethem, and Grady Hendrix. Before SNL and the wise-guy sarcasm of Letterman and Colbert, before The Simpsons and online memes, there was . . .  MAD. A mainstay of countless American childhoods, MAD magazine exploded onto the scene in the 1950s and gleefully thumbed its nose at all the postwar pieties. MAD became the zaniest, most subversive satire magazine ever to be sold on America's newsstands, anticipating the spirit of underground comix and 'zines and influencing humor writing in movies, television, and the internet to this day. Edited by David Mikics, The MAD Files celebrates the magazine's impact and the legacy of the Usual Gang of Idiots who transformed puerile punchlines and merciless mockery into an art form. 26 essays and comics present a varied, perceptive, and often very funny account of MAD's significance, ranging from the cultural to the aesthetic to the personal. Art Spiegelman reflects on how he "couldn't learn much about America from my refugee immigrant parents--but I learned all about it from MAD"Roz Chast remembers how the magazine was "love at first sight. . . . It was one of my first inklings that there were other people out there who found the world as ridiculous as I did."David Hajdu and Grady Hendrix zero in on MAD's hilarious movie spoofsLiel Leibovitz delves into the Jewishness behind the magazine's humorand Rachel Shteir amplifies the often unsung contributions of MAD's women artists.Several essays are admiring profiles of the individual creators that made MAD what it was: Mort Drucker, Harvey Kurtzman, Al Jaffee, Antonio Prohias, and Will Elder. For longtime fans and new readers alike, The MAD Files is an indispensable guide to America's greatest satire magazine.

Explores how watery spaces provoke radical modes of screening queer corporeality in a diverse range of contemporary Latin American films.

"This ... collection of first-person tales from Upworthy will provide comfort and inspiration to anyone who could use a dose of joy"--