Selcuk University Press

MAINSTREAMING INDONESIAN ISLAM

2024-12-16T12:49:48+03:00

The second book chapter in this series, titled Mainstreaming Indonesian Islam: Family, Youth, Wellbeing, and the Path to Social Transformation, presents a rich body of research and observations that broadly discuss the dynamics of Indonesian Muslim society. Indonesia, as both a case study and an example, offers valuable lessons about the relationship between religion and social life, covering aspects such as family, well-being, and its interaction with the state. This series provides profound insights into how Islam in Indonesia adapts to contemporary social and cultural developments. For instance, Sophia Rose Arjana, a scholar from Western Kentucky University in the USA, thoughtfully explores the themes of postcolonialism and remembrance in the study of Islam. Many other authors contribute various cases and perspectives on Indonesian Islam, examining its uniqueness to foster new discourses among Muslim societies worldwide. By investigating direct experiences and interactions with Muslim communities, the authors illustrate examples of practical Islamic values within a global framework. The chapters demonstrate how social transformation can occur within the context of religious and cultural diversity in Indonesia, offering a model for other Muslim countries in managing the relationship between religion, society, and the state. Thus, this series is a significant contribution to contemporary Muslim academia.

MAINSTREAMING INDONESIAN ISLAM

2024-12-16T15:55:33+03:00

The book Mainstreaming Indonesian Islam: Navigating Culture and Media in a Complex Society explores the multifaceted nature of Indonesian society, emphasizing the interplay between local culture, Islamic values, and modernity. The chapters highlight Indonesia's cultural diversity and the transformative role of media as a platform for unity, identity, and social change. A recurring theme is the necessity of media literacy to counter misinformation, foster critical engagement, and promote responsible reporting. This is especially evident in essays by Bono Setyo and Lelita Azaria Rahmadiva, which address media’s influence on radicalism and the COVID-19 infodemic.

The book also examines social challenges of the digital age, such as social media addiction and its impact on relationships, discussed by Suzanna Alivia Putri et al. They emphasize the need for balanced digital usage to preserve social and emotional well-being. Other chapters, such as those by Fitriani Jamaluddin et al., focus on communal intellectual property, stressing the importance of legal frameworks and grassroots education to protect cultural assets and promote equitable economic growth.

Environmental issues and policy integration are explored by Hastangka et al., who advocate incorporating ecological values into Islamic education to raise environmental awareness. Fajrul Ilmy Darussalam discusses the critical need for medical waste management in post-pandemic Indonesia, highlighting the role of infrastructure and public collaboration.

The dynamics of millennial voters, analyzed by Wahyu Kuncoro, reveal a shift toward pragmatic and rational decision-making influenced by education and digital engagement. The challenges faced by Indonesian migrant workers, addressed by Qorir Yunia Sari, underline the need for comprehensive protections and welfare improvements.

Cultural phenomena such as religious education and K-pop celebrity worship are explored by Rina Sari Kusuma, illustrating the intersection of global pop culture with local religious norms. Meanwhile, Ryan Achmad Basir’s study of the Ba’alawi diaspora showcases their contributions to Islam’s development and Indonesia-Yemen relations. Religious tourism across ASEAN countries, discussed by Muryanti et al., highlights its economic and cultural potential, while Erwan Baharudin et al. recontextualize the kris as a cultural and spiritual symbol within santri communities.

In sum, this collection provides deep insights into Indonesia’s ability to harmonize its cultural and religious heritage with modernity, presenting a model for inclusive and sustainable societal development amidst globalization.

Innovative Approaches in Applied Engineering Fields

2024-12-13T14:10:29+03:00

Engineering sciences are continuously adapting to rapidly changing technological advancements and emerging challenges, striving to deliver solutions that enhance human wellbeing. In this context, the convergence of engineering disciplines contributes significantly to solving complex problems with innovative approaches. Innovative Approaches in Applied Engineering Fields aims to present the latest developments, theoretical frameworks, and practical applications in applied engineering fields. This comprehensive work, prepared by experts and researchers in the field, highlights the multidisciplinary nature of engineering.

This book encompasses a variety of studies categorized under four main sections: New Perspectives on Artificial Intelligence, Optimization, and Data Analytics in Computational Engineering explores applications of artificial intelligence and data analytics, while Pioneering Perspectives in Modern Electrical and Electronics Engineering provides innovative insights into modern electrical and electronics engineering. Additionally, Innovative Studies in Advanced Materials, Communication Protocols, and Robotic Applications presents groundbreaking research on advanced materials, communication protocols, and robotic applications, and Cost Efficiency and Schedule Predictability in Construction Projects focuses on cost efficiency and schedule management in construction projects.

New Trends in Gastronomy and Nutrition Culture

2024-07-11T22:55:41+03:00

Gastronomy; It is an experiential and dynamic process that is affected by many variables such as the cultural structures of societies, their beliefs, the characteristics of the geography they live in and their interactions with other societies. Today, gastronomy refers not only to the products produced to meet nutritional needs within the local context, but also to producing and experiencing different tastes, intercultural interaction and new nutritional trends.

Increasing intercultural interaction with the influence of digitalization and social media brings innovations on the nutritional trends and gastronomy front. This book comprehensively covers the factors affecting gastronomy and emerging current nutritional trends. In this study, gastronomic structure is discussed in two separate contexts: the areas it is affected by and its trends. In the first four chapters, it is explained what influences the gastronomic structure and the remaining nine chapters explain the current nutritional trends that emerged as a result of the gastronomic and social structure.

In the first chapter, the effects of beliefs that have affected the lifestyles of societies throughout human history on the gastronomic structure were examined by Assist. Prof. Dr. Yüksel GÜRSOY.

In the second chapter, the effect of geographical conditions on nutrition is explained in detail by Kadriye Alev AKMEŞE and Ferhat ÖZCAN through the geographical regions of Turkey.

In the third chapter, the subject of sustainable tourism, which is one of the important issues of our age and affects gastronomic trends, and its effects on nutrition were written by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Halil AKMEŞE and Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sercan ARAS.

Waste management, which is one of the important issues in terms of sustainability and is important for gastronomic sustainability, is explained comprehensively by Assist. Prof. Dr. Engin TENGİLİMOĞLU in the fourth chapter.

In the fifth chapter, a detailed explanation of nutritional sensitivity, which can be expressed as gluten intolerance, especially known as celiac disease, and gluten-free nutrition is given by Lecturer Ercan POLAT.

In the sixth chapter, vegan and vegetarian nutrition trends, which are thought to have emerged as a result of beliefs and are preferred by many people for a healthy diet today, were written by Assist. Prof. Dr. Serpil Kaya.

In the seventh chapter, paleo nutrition, also referred to as stone age nutrition, which is used today to express a return to nature in terms of healthy nutrition, and freeganism nutrition trends, which emerged as a reaction to excessive consumption and waste, are discussed by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Yener OĞAN and Science Expert Halime KILINÇ.

In the eighth chapter, raw food and fruitarian nutrition trends, which draw attention to the importance of preserving the value of nutrients for a healthy diet, are explained comprehensively by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Alper ATEŞ, Doctor Lecturer Halil SUNAR and Scientific Expert Senem OK.

In the ninth chapter, the scope of space nutrition, food and astronaut nutrition, which emerged in the light of technological developments and attracted particular attention with space travels in the last decade, was written by Assist. Prof. Dr. Gülşah Güneş ŞAHİN.

The ketogenic diet, which was developed to ensure success in the treatment of epilepsy, which is an important health problem, and the pescatarian nutrition trends, which emerged as a healthy alternative to vegan and vegetarian nutrition trends, were explained in detail by Lecturer Enes GÜNDOĞDU in the tenth chapter.

In the eleventh chapter, nutritional contents for patients with diabetes and Hashimoto's disease, which are important and chronic health problems frequently encountered in our age, are explained by Assist. Prof. Dr. Nesrin TUNCAY and Lecturer Furkan TIRALİ under the title of diabetic and Hashimoto's nutrition trends.

Nutritional types according to body type and blood groups, which have attracted attention in healthy nutrition in recent years and express the ability of individuals to create a nutrition order by knowing themselves, were written by Assist. Prof. Dr. Ali ILGAZ and Lecturer Özlem YILDIRIM in the twelfth chapter.

In the thirteenth chapter, which is the last chapter, functional nutrition, which aims to provide more benefit from nutrients, and climatarian nutrition trends, which aim to minimize the impact of food consumption on the environment, are explained comprehensively by Lecturer Oğuzhan TINMAZ.

This study, in which the impact areas of gastronomy and nutrition cultures, their evolution process and current trends are examined and explained, was written by academics who are experts in their fields. The authors of the chapters in the book have assumed all scientific, ethical and legal responsibilities for their own chapters.

To all our valuable academicians who contributed to this work, which will guide students studying gastronomy and culinary arts and individuals interested in healthy nutrition, and their families who supported them, to the Selçuk University Administration and the editorial board of Selçuk University Publishing, who did not spare their support to contribute to the field at every stage of the study. We would like to thank Selçuk University Deputy Corporate Communications Coordinator Zeynep GÖKTAŞ and Beyşehir Ali Akkanat Tourism Faculty Gastronomy and Culinary Arts Student Şevval Zeynep AYHAN for their devoted support during the design process of the study.

Finally, we dedicate this work to the founder of our Republic, the Great Leader Gazi Mustafa Kemal ATATÜRK, and her esteemed comrades in arms.

Clinical Neurology

2024-02-02T15:21:11+03:00

Neurology is one of the most important and promising disciplines in the 21st century, which is recognized as the "Century of the Brain". The mystery of the brain, the physiology and pathology of the nervous system are being solved more efficiently and quickly with increasingly large collaborations. In addition to this bright age in the field of science, neurology is gaining more and more importance in the field of prevention, diagnosis and treatment of neurological diseases, which are among the most common diseases in society and play a major role in improving the quality of life of individuals as well as in health budgets. Neurology education, which is a part of medical education, is one of the basic fields in training a good physician. Mechanisms, diagnosis and treatment of common neurologic diseases form the basis of neurology pre-graduate medical education. This curriculum includes communication, history taking, symptom and examination knowledge, disease mechanisms, diagnostic methods, prevention and treatment approach as well as social approach and health advocacy.

I would like to thank and congratulate our esteemed faculty members for their contributions to the completion of this textbook, which we prepared as faculty members and research assistants of the Department of Neurology, and especially our dear research assistant authors for their contributions to understanding the mechanisms of neurological systems. I hope that this textbook will make our students love the field of neurology, and I hope that our students will be able to trace every piece of information they learn and contribute to their becoming well-equipped physicians in neurological diseases.

Tevşîhu'l-Letâ'if

2023-12-18T11:30:14+03:00

Tevşîhu’l-Letâ’if

This work in your hand constitutes an important link in the tradition of verse advice in classical Turkish literature. This masnavi named Tevşîhu’l-Letâ’if was written in the 17th century. It was written by Şeyh Ahmed Nûşî. Information about Nûşî’s life is limited in the sources. Ahmed Nûşî Efendi, about whose birth and death we do not have definitive information, is the son of Tireli Ayşî Efendi. We have Tevşîhu’l-Letâ’if, Mir’âtü’z-Zamân, El-Kasîdetü’n-Nûşiyye and some of his poems from the works of Nûşî, who took lessons from Abdülaziz Efendi. The idea of working on this important advice called Tevşîhu’l-Letâ’if arose during our research in Medina Arif Hikmet Library. As a result of the literature review we witnessed that no scientific study has been done on Nûşî and Tevşîhu’l-Letâ’if. We began to work on masnavi, with the conviction that this important verse advice, which has been neglected and has not come to light until today, needs to be researched in every aspect, and at the end of our work, this work emerged. This book about Tevşîhu’l-Letâ’if consists of three parts: In the first part of the study Ahmed Nûşî's life, literary personality and works are introduced. Very little information has been found about the poet or his masnavi in other biographical sources. For this reason, most of the information and evaluations about Ahmed Nûşî’s life and literary personality have been put forward based on Tevşîhu’l-Letâ’if. In the second part, the masnavi in question was examined in terms of form, content, language and stylistic features. Under the title of "Formal Features of Tevşîhu’l-Letâ’if", “verse form, name of the masnavi, pseudonym of the poet, date of writing of the work, chapters and headings, number of couplets, rhyme, rhyme and meter” were emphasized and the shape of the masnavi was given by giving witness couplets. The content features of Tevşîhu’l-Letâ’if were examined one by one according to the order of subjects in the work. While conveying his advice to the reader in this work, Nûşî followed an important and effective path, as he stated in the introduction section. The poet says in the preface section of his masnavi: “... Tevşîhu’l-Letâ’if became famous by making one article and two stories.” As can be seen, Nûşî first deals with a subject in his masnavi and then tells two stories about the subject. By giving a quote from the story, that is, by giving two representations appropriate to the relevant topic, the readers have been enabled to understand the advice more easily. In addition, after the articles and stories, Nûşî addresses himself with a few couplets and gives advice to himself regarding the subject covered in the chapter and lists his prayers. In the main part of Tevşîhu’l-Letâ’if, the following topics are discussed: “True love, pride, knowledge and ignorance, justice, the mortality of the world, being awake at dawn, sincerity, patience, perseverance and sacrifice in the way of Muhammad, supplication and prayer to Allah.”

At the end of this section, it is possible to find the linguistic and stylistic features of the masnavi. In the third part of the study, the text of Tevşîhu’l-Letâ’if is revealed. The text is based on the three copies of Tevşîhu’l-Letâ’if that we have access to. One of these copies is registered in Medina Arif Hikmet Library, Turkish Manuscripts Department, archive number 26/811, the second is registered in Istanbul University Library, Turkish Manuscripts Department, NEKTY 01868 archive number, and the third is registered in Süleymaniye Library, Halet Efendi, archive number 00118. We would like to point out that we encountered some problems while presenting the critical text. For this reason, it is certain and natural that there will be mistakes and deficiencies caused by the work or by us. We would like to state that the criticism on deficiencies and flaws and the different reading suggestions and warnings offered in the text will contribute to our work and to us. Our wish is that the most complete text will emerge with the discovery of a new copy or copies of Tevşîhu’l-Letâ’if.

Turkish Commentaries Of Mathnawi

2023-11-28T16:38:39+03:00

Commentaries are works that are written on generally concise texts that have become famous in a branch of science, in which closed expressions are explained, incomplete matters are completed, errors are pointed out, and examples are multiplied. However, commentaries were also written on some voluminous works due to their importance and the presence of obscure or incomprehensible parts.

The Masnavi, written by Mawlana Jalāl al-Dīn al-Rūmī, has been the subject of many translations and commentaries over a wide period of time due to its depth of meaning. Since the day it was written, the Masnavi has influenced the world of Sufism as well as world literature. For this reason, many people have written translations and commentaries to understand and explain the Masnavi. These commentaries were written on all six volumes of the Masnavi, as well as on several volumes or a single volume. There are also commentaries on the first eighteen couplets or selected couplets of the Masnavi.

In the history of Turkish literature, there are very valuable works among the commentaries of the Masnavi. Among these commentaries, there are both Turkish and Persian ones. The first Turkish commentary written for the entire Masnavi is Şerh-i Mesnevî by Şem'î Şem'ullâh. After this commentary, many commentaries have been written and continue to be written.

Although numerous works on the Masnavi have been written in Turkey and around the world, academic studies on Mevlana and the Masnavi have increased in recent years. Although studies on the Masnavi have been conducted on the same subject but in different years, these studies are necessary to correct the information in previous studies as a result of the emergence of new information.

This book has been prepared with the contributions of valuable researchers in honor of the year 2023 being declared as the Year of Mevlana by the Presidency of the Republic of Turkey and the 750th anniversary of the Prophet Mevlana. In addition, the emergence of new information about the Turkish commentaries of the Masnavi and the fact that new commentaries have been or are being studied have also led to the preparation of this book.

This book titled "The Turkish Commentaries of the Masnavi" consists of two parts; "General Evaluation of the Turkish Commentaries of the Masnavi", "Manzum or Prose Turkish Commentaries of the Masnavi" and "Authors' Biographies". The first part of the book consists of an article by Ziya Avşar and Betül Zeybek. The second part titled "Manzum or Mensur Turkish Commentaries of the Masnavi" contains information about the commentaries of the Masnavi from the beginning to the present day. After the second chapter, there are the biographies of the valuable authors who contributed to this book with their writings.

In our study, the articles of valuable researchers on the subject are listed chronologically from old to new. The researchers are free to use language and spelling in their articles, and the sources they used are included at the end of their articles.

We hope that this book will contribute to the study of the Masnavi and we thank all the researchers who contributed to the book with their articles.

German Foundations and Foreign Policy “History, Influence and Power”

2023-07-13T18:29:02+03:00

A defining feature of the post-Cold War era, marked by the dissolution of old power dynamics and the reshaping of global politics, is the proliferation of issues and actors in international affairs. From human rights and environmental concerns to identity and migration, terrorism to humanitarian security, a diverse array of new players have emerged on the world stage. Human rights organizations, environmental groups, local communities, and multinational corporations, all organized around broad agendas and shared interests, actively participate in international politics, shaping decision-making processes and implementing outcomes. This evolving landscape makes it increasingly challenging to explain today's foreign policies as closed, one-dimensional processes confined solely within the walls of nation-states. Globalization has fostered unprecedented interactions across political, economic, cultural, artistic, communicative, and transportation spheres, resulting in societies mutually influencing and being influenced by one another. As a consequence, foreign policy has undergone a profound transformation, evolving into a complex network of multiple actors and dimensions, with horizontal connections among diverse communities. Moreover, the accessibility of propaganda tools on social media platforms has become widespread, amplifying their impact and effectiveness. This paradigm shift in the modern era has enhanced the potency and efficacy of soft power instruments.

Among these tools of soft power, non-governmental organizations (NGOs) hold a prominent position. Leveraging transnational communication channels, they possess the ability to exert direct pressure on governments and business magnates, urging them to recalibrate their policies. Moreover, NGOs skillfully navigate the realm of public opinion, subtly shaping it to align with their own agenda. It is within this landscape that speculations arise, suggesting that developed nations employ NGOs as covert instruments to meddle in the internal affairs of developing countries. The very existence of such assumptions finds its grounding in the symbiotic relationship between NGOs and the financial support they receive from affluent nations and multinational corporations. A noteworthy case in point is Germany, whose substantial funding towards foundations further lends credence to these conjectures.

After Germany's post-war revival in 1949, it embarked on a distinct path in international politics, abandoning its former "Realpolitik" approach and embracing a foreign policy ethos grounded in the aspiration to never resort to aggressive warfare. Germany of this novel approach, dubbed "Zivilmacht" or "civil power," sought to foster cooperation with democratic nations and collaborate with international organizations on a global scale, contrary to the Realpolitik of the past which viewed states cooperating with one another genuinely as unfeasible. The aforementioned change in foreign policy understanding has brought about an effort by politically affiliated foundations or personal organizations to act as shaping forces, aiming to increase their activities in various regions. In the modern landscape, German foundations wield the power to sway political figures and guide public sentiment, effectively influencing Germany's foreign policy agenda. Simultaneously, the German government maintains a close rapport with these foundations as it executes its foreign policy, extending its reach beyond national borders. Consequently, these activities not only establish German foundations as significant actors in international affairs but also illuminate their role as partners to the German government in the pursuit of a foreign policy anchored in the principles of non-aggression, peace preservation, democratic proliferation, and economic collaboration. Throughout the early 2000s, the escalating financial resources of politically affiliated foundations have amplified their influence within Germany's foreign policy domain, accentuating their significance as key players. However, as German foundations facilitate the global dissemination of Germany's political values and cultural distinctiveness, they occasionally encounter clashes of interest with the policies of host countries, sowing seeds of a potential conflict.

In this context, German foundations, operating with different agendas and initiatives in each country, have become a subject of contentious debates surrounding their disregard for the sensitivities of the nations they engage with. While some of these discussions remain confined to the court of public opinion, others have found their way into legal proceedings. Seeking to break free from the historical impasse of Israel-centric policies in the Middle East, Germany endeavors to bolster its soft power through foundations. Yet, the funds provided by German foundations to local counterparts in Israel have become a source of contention. Similarly, in pre-coup Egypt, the activities of German foundations reached levels that stirred public unease, leading to court battles over illicit foreign financing. Beyond Egypt, Russia, with its historically complex relationship with Germany, finds itself at odds with German foundations in arenas of shared power struggles. As a result, police raids and legal processes targeting German foundations have been sources of controversy during the reign of Putin. Apart from Israel, Egypt, and Russia, Türkiye stands as another country where the activities of German foundations have ignited public debate due to their insensitivity to local dynamics.

Countries where German foundations have become a contentious subject find themselves constantly at odds with the German government and public opinion. The crux of the matter lies in the very essence of this support: German foundations' activities are shaped by their alignment with national interests. It is of paramount importance to underscore that unless these foundations take into account the sensitivities of the countries in which they operate, debates will persist—just as they have in the past and are likely to do so in the future. With all these facets in mind, this analysis delves into the examination of Germany's foreign policy through the prism of foundations, a reflection of Germany's inclination to eschew the use of hard power, driven by historical apprehensions.

Prof. Dr. Salim Koca Armağanı

2023-08-16T12:07:35+03:00

Prof. Dr. Salim Koca was born in 1952 in the town of Yeşildağ, formerly known as Salur, in Beyşehir. Prof. Dr. Salim Koca, who carried out important studies in the fields of Turkish Cultural History and Seljuk History and Civilization, was born in 1952. He was always proud of the fact that the village where he was born was an Oghuz name. In this respect, he was very similar to his teacher Prof. Dr. Mehmet Altay Köymen. I was not one of Salim Hodja's undergraduate or graduate students. I met Hodja when I was working at the Turkish Historical Society, thanks to the late Mehmet Altay Köymen, and then we met with him frequently. He especially participated in the programs we did in Konya. He responded to all our invitations. He was always with us with his support during the process of the Center for Seljuk Studies becoming an Institute. He contributed to the Journal of Seljuk Studies to reach its current level with the articles he wrote.

My colleagues Prof. Dr. Ayşe Dudu Kuşçu, Prof. Dr. Gülay Öğün Bezer, Prof. Dr. İlhami Durmuş, Prof. Dr. İlyas Gökhan, Prof. Dr. Lütfi Gürkan Gökçek, Prof. Dr. M. Hanefi Palabıyık, Prof. Dr. Nevzat Topal, Assoc. Dr. Kürşat Koçak, Assoc. Dr. Sefer Solmaz, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Emine Uyumaz, Dr. Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nilay Ağırnaslı, Dr. Lecturer. Prof. Dr. Kubilay Atik, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Abdürrahim Tufantoz, Dr. Bahtiyar Murat Aras, Assoc. Assist. Hatice Aksoy, Selma Dülgeroğlu, Oğuzhan Abacı and Makbule Dilan Çetin.

Plant Biotechnology

2025-06-30T23:46:00+03:00

Plant biotechnology can be briefly defined as the use of developments in biological sciences with the help of technological developments for application and commercial purposes. Plant biotechnology is not actually a new concept because, according to this definition, biotechnology began with the cultivation of wild plants 10 thousand years ago. However, biotechnology has been applied differently throughout the ages. For example, after Hoagland and Arnon developed the "Hoagland Solution" in the 1950s and showed that plants could grow in a soilless environment, this solution (which actually contained 11 mineral salts important for plants) was used for many years in hydroponic vegetable growing. This was the plant biotechnology of those years. Today, advances in biological sciences and new discoveries (cell culture, cell fusion, genetic engineering) have caused the content and application of biotechnology to change and become more complex. Plant biotechnology has now become an interdisciplinary branch of science that requires the joint work of people specialized in different branches of science. Therefore, it is imperative that university students who plan to specialize in plant biotechnology in the future have a good basic education covering various areas of biotechnology. Today, plant biotechnology is taught in undergraduate and graduate level courses in many of our universities. However, since there is no Turkish reference book prepared by experts covering every area of plant biotechnology, students who do not speak a foreign language have difficulty in accessing the information they want in the field of plant biotechnology. I believe that this book, which is organized as two volumes, “Plant Biotechnology I” and “Plant Biotechnology II”, will fill an important gap in this field and will be helpful to interested students and scientists. Therefore, I would like to thank all my colleagues who prepared the book and contributed with their articles, and I commend them for their efforts.