https://www.macrothink.org/journal/index.php/iss/issue/feedIssues in Social Science2023-12-23T19:30:45-08:00Lily Mayeriss@macrothink.orgOpen Journal Systems<p><img style="float: right; padding-left: 20px; padding-right: 20px;" src="/journal/public/site/images/iss/iss11.jpg" alt="" width="300" /><em>Issues in Social Science</em> (ISS) is an international, double-blind peer-reviewed, open-access, online journal published by the Macrothink Institute. The journal focuses on the following topics: anthropology, sociology, politics, culture, history, philosophy, economics, education, management, arts, laws, linguistics and psychology. It provides an academic platform for professionals and researchers to contribute innovative work in the field. The journal carries original and full-length articles that reflect the latest research and developments in both theoretical and practical aspects of society and human behaviors.</p><p> </p>https://www.macrothink.org/journal/index.php/iss/article/view/21189Plagiarism and the Withdrawal of a Degree: A Case Study Analysis2023-11-02T05:32:58-07:00Renier Steynsteynr@unisa.ac.zaMahlo Mokgalongmokgalongnm@ul.ac.zaJo Nelnelj@edupark.ac.zaAdri Williamsadri@edupark.ac.za<p>This case study delves into a complex instance of plagiarism within academia, focusing on the withdrawal of a graduate’s degree due to allegations of extensive copy-and-pasting in a mini-dissertation’s literature review section. The study examines the broader implications of plagiarism for scholarly integrity, educational institutions, and the recommendations proposed to address such misconduct.</p>2023-10-12T20:37:10-07:00Copyright (c) 2023 Renier Steyn, Mahlo Mokgalong, Mahlo Mokgalong, Jo Nel, Jo Nel, Adri Williams, Adri Williamshttps://www.macrothink.org/journal/index.php/iss/article/view/21244Continuum of Folk to Pop Music in Bangladesh: A Simple Analysis2023-11-02T05:32:58-07:00Md. Anwar Hossain Mridhaanwarhmridha@gmail.comMonira Begumanwarhmridha@gmail.com<p>Folk music is rooted in the heart and acts as the soul of the culture in Bangladesh. It originated when civilization started in this delta land. Different genres of Bangla music originated in different periods, and Bengali music excelled in the hands of Vaishnava masters. There are various evolutions of folk music practice, but it is still alive. Modern (adhunik) music is from nearly a hundred years ago, and band music was from almost four decades ago. Modern Bengali songs have debuted in our musical theater through the hands of lyricists, music composers, singers, and poets from Rabindranath to Nazrul. Bengali songs stand out for their depth of the subject matter, blending of local and foreign tunes, and superior lyrics. Bengali melodies from the past have undergone numerous changes, but they still have their traditional grandeur. Most contemporary music’s themes are based on Bangladeshi life, culture, and beliefs in use today. The tradition, character, breadth, genesis, and demise of Bangla music in Bangladesh are all evaluated in this study article. This essay also outlines Bangladesh’s transition from folk to pop music, concluding with a discussion of contemporary Bangla music issues.</p>2023-11-02T05:29:09-07:00Copyright (c) 2023 Md. Anwar Hossain Mridhahttps://www.macrothink.org/journal/index.php/iss/article/view/21552Structural Trends and State Capacities in Regenerative Medicine in Brazil: Science, Innovation, Regulation, Governance and Social Inclusion2023-12-23T19:30:45-08:00Liliana Acerolilianaacero2009@gmail.com<p>Regenerative medicine has transformed conventional practises in medicine. It focuses on the repair and regeneration of cells, tissue, and genes. Regenerative medicine has led to new forms of regulation of biological inputs and required the upgrading of some state capacities at the public, private, national and supranational levels, as well as the inclusion of new social sectors in the governance of the area. However, there are still many matters of concern on diminishing risks and uncertainties that have not been completely resolved either globally or nationally. The aims of the present study are to analyse the specific manner in which innovation and regulation in regenerative medicine have developed in Brazil; which state capacities are facilitated or hindered and how different social groups participate in the sector. At the methodological level, the research consists of a bibliographical and documentary study that mainly uses secondary data to develop a qualitative analysis of information and a quantitative analysis of statistics. In addition, interviews were conducted with associated social actors, including representatives from patient organisations, on which content analysis of narratives was performed. Public policies present lacunae in the regulation of clinical trials, the inclusion of private capital, and the promotion of local patents, as well as a lack of coordination between public agencies. A set of state dynamic capacities have been developed gradually in Brazil over the last ten years, but mission-oriented public policy has been almost inexistent, state aims are unfocused, and the legitimation of state action is still under development.</p>2023-12-24T00:00:00-08:00Copyright (c) 2023 Liliana Acero