bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Geographical mapping and seroprevalence of Burkholderia pseudomallei amongst livestock species in Lao People’s Democratic Republic
Authors: Zheng Suwei , Young James R. , Khounsy Syseng , Phommachanh Phouvong , Christensen Peter , Theppangna Watthana , Hughes Tom , Temmerath Adisone , Inthavong Alex , Inthapanya Phoummavanh , Panyasith Sivone , Phommasone Koukeo , Limmathurotsakul Direk , Ashley Elizabeth A. , Blacksell Stuart D. , Ward Michael P.
Published: February 2025

The Gram-negative bacterium Burkholderia pseudomallei causes a severe infectious disease known as melioidosis in humans and animals. It is considered endemic in tropical countries, including Thailand, Lao PDR (Laos), and Northern Australia. B. pseudomallei is a saprophyte found in contaminated soil and surface water. Humans and animals can become infected via direct exposure to contaminated water or soil and inhalation of dust or water droplets. Despite the high morbidity and mortality rates of melioidosis, there is a lack of knowledge of its geographical distribution and seroprevalence, even within endemic countries, raising a significant public health concern. For a better understanding of melioidosis in livestock in Laos, both as an animal health concern and as an indicator of human risk, we collected serum samples from an abattoir monitoring program for B. pseudomallei antibody testing using the Indirect Haemagglutination Assay (IHA). Out of the 917 sera collected, major findings included the identification of a significant cluster (p = 0.041) in the southwest border region adjoining northeastern Thailand, in the province of Savannakhet in Laos. Sera collected in January 2020 had the highest B. pseudomallei seroprevalence (17.0%), and cattle had the highest seroprevalence (22.8%), followed by buffalo (19.7%) and swine (4.0%). The B. pseudomallei seroprevalence results among the common livestock species and the maps generated can assist with future monitoring, prevention, and detection of melioidosis in Laos.
Designing of a multiepitope-based vaccine against echinococcosis utilizing the potent Ag5 antigen: Immunoinformatics and simulation approaches
Authors: Parvin Rehana , Masum Md. Habib Ullah , Heema Homaira Pervin , Akter Aklima , Hossain Mohammad Alamgir , Siddiki A. M. A. M. Zonaed
Published: February 2025

Echinococcosis is a significant parasitic zoonotic disease with severe implications for human and animal health. To date, there has been no effective vaccine candidate available for echinococcosis. Therefore, we employed computational approaches to develop a multiepitope-based vaccine using the most potent epitopes of MHC-I, MHC-II, and B-cell derived from the Ag5 protein of Echinococcus spp. The final vaccine construct containing the epitopes, linkers, and adjuvant exhibited potent antigenicity (score > 0.1) with no evidence of allergenicity (score < 0) and toxicity (score < 0) in several computational platforms. The vaccine also exhibited favorable physicochemical characteristics such as being highly soluble (SOLpro score of 0.781243) and hydrophilic (Grand average of hydropathy of -0.433). Moreover, the tertiary structure of the vaccine was also found to be structurally stable, with a Z score of -5.71. Further, the molecular docking analysis confirmed the vaccine’s significant binding affinity to the RP-105 (docking score of -1252.7) and TLR-9 (docking score of -970.9). The molecular dynamic simulations confirmed the structural stability of the docked complexes under a virtual physiological system. The negative ΔTOTAL values derived from the MM-PBSA and MM-GBSA analyses confirmed a spontaneous and thermodynamically favorable binding process between the vaccine and receptors. Moreover, the vaccine demonstrated high potentiality to elicit both innate (natural killer cell, dendritic and macrophage) and adaptive (B-cell, helper T cell and cytotoxic T cell) immune responses with sustained humoral immune responses evidenced by increased IFN-γ and IL-2 levels. Following codon optimization and in silico cloning, the vaccine was successfully expressed (CAI value of 0.9607 and average GC content of 52.34%) after being inserted into the pET-28a (+) plasmid of E. coli. These findings highlight the potential of the designed vaccine candidate to combat echinococcosis and lay the groundwork for future preclinical and clinical studies.
Genetic and geographical insights call for early conservation of Mae Hong Son’s blue mahseer to prevent population crisis
Authors: Pongsanarm Tavun , Panthum Thitipong , Budi Trifan , Wongloet Wongsathit , Chaiyes Aingorn , Thatukan Chadaphon , Jaito Wattanawan , Patta Chananya , Singchat Worapong , Duengkae Prateep , Muangmai Narongrit , Wangwon Kiatisak , Srikulnath Kornsorn
Published: February 2025

Ecosystems are being disrupted by climate change and habitat fragmentation, which affect species survival through altered mating, feeding, and migration patterns. Mae Hong Son Province, Thailand, harbors a unique hydrological network that supports rich freshwater fish biodiversity. Blue mahseer (Neolissochilus stracheyi), which is restricted to headwater streams in Mae Hong Son, is particularly sensitive to habitat disturbances and has experienced population decline. Despite their vulnerability to climate change and habitat fragmentation, information on the genetic diversity, population structure, and environmental drivers of their distribution remains limited. In this study, microsatellite genotyping and mitochondrial DNA displacement loop sequence analysis were used to assess the genetic diversity and population structure of five blue mahseer populations in Mae Hong Son, with the aim of identifying reliable conservation units for effective management. Low genetic diversity levels across populations were identified (expected heterozygosity = 0.452 ± 0.037; allelic richness = 3.150 ± 0.506) with no evidence of inbreeding or outbreeding. A forecasted drop in heterozygosity below 0.1 within 50 years indicated the urgency of conservation attention. The five blue mahseer populations were clustered into three evolutionarily significant units (ESUs) based on historical isolation, phylogenetic distinctness, and significant genetic differentiation. Habitat suitability was assessed using MaxEnt species distribution modeling, which identified distance to rivers and annual mean total precipitation as significant environmental variables. The correlation between genetic differentiation and geographical distance suggested that habitat conditions primarily influence population genetic structure. Stocking between ESUs with differing genetic stocks is discouraged to avoid negative genetic effects. A comprehensive understanding of blue mahseer population dynamics, informed by the integration of genetic and ecological data, is needed to inform conservation strategies for resource management in Mae Hong Son.
Construction of a nomogram to predict urethral stricture after transurethral resection of the prostate: A retrospective cohort study
Authors: Wan Mokhter Wan Mokhzani , Duan Xiaoping , Yang Jin , Mohamed Daud Mohamed Ashraf
Published: February 2025

Background

To investigate the risk factors for urethral stricture (US) in patients with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) after transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) and to construct a nomogram model with predictive features.

Methods

Clinical data of 400 patients with BPH who underwent TURP between June 2020 and June 2023 at Chengdu University Hospital were retrospectively collected. The data were divided into US group and no US group. Univariate and multivariate logistic regression analyses were performed sequentially to identify independent risk factors associated with US. Based on the results of the multivariate analysis, a nomogram model predicting the risk of US was constructed. We assessed the discriminatory power and calibration of the models using the C index, ROC curves, and calibration plots. In addition, we performed a decision curve analysis to validate the clinical utility of the model.

Results

Data from a total of 400 patients were included in this study, and 35 (8.75%) were diagnosed with US. The results of univariate and multivariate analyses indicated that the following five factors age, prostate size, Preoperative indwelling catheter, Preoperative urethral dilation, Postoperative indwelling catheter time were independent influences on the risk of US. Nomogram model of US was constructed using these independent influences. The area under the curve (AUC) of the subject’s operating characteristic was 0.916 (95% CI: 0.868–0.959), and after internal validation, the corrected C-index remained at 0.916. This further validates the accuracy and reliability of the predictive model. Calibration plots and decision curve analyses demonstrated the good clinical value of the column-line diagram model.

Conclusions

The nomogram model we constructed can have some guidance in clinical work.
Diversified legume-oilseed cropping system for synergistic enhancement of yield and water use efficiency in rainfed areas of semi-arid tropics
Authors: Kumari V. Visha , K. A. Gopinath , Chandran M. A. Sarath , Shankar A. K. , S. Suvana , Kumar Manoranjan , Raju B. M. K. , Jyothilakshmi N. , Santosh Savitha , Venkatesh G. , Sriram K. , Sunitha B. , G. K Prasanna , Bag Subrata , Rao M. S. , Singh V. K.
Published: February 2025

This study explores the development of diversified legume-oilseed cropping systems aimed at enhancing yield and water-use efficiency in rainfed areas of semi-arid tropics. Dryland agriculture, often limited by mono-cropping practices and erratic rainfall, necessitates innovative approaches for crop intensification and sustainability for the future. The integration of legumes and oilseeds into double cropping systems offers a viable solution for optimizing land use and improving productivity under precipitation-limited conditions. The research was conducted at the Gungal Research Farm of ICAR-Central Research Institute for Dryland Agriculture during the 2022-2024 cropping seasons. Six cropping systems, with and without rainwater management, were evaluated. Key findings indicate that rainwater management especially during the flowering and pod filling stage significantly enhanced crop growth, biomass accumulation, and overall yield, with safflower and sesame showing the highest adaptability to moisture stress. In terms of green gram equivalent yield, cowpea-sesame system with rainwater management achieved the highest yields, recording 1655 kg ha-1 in 2022 and 1362 kg ha-1 in 2023, highlighting the critical role of rainwater management in enhancing crop productivity in semi-arid regions. The study identified a diversified legume-oilseed cropping system as a means to achieve sustainable agricultural production in semi-arid regions.
Maladaptive perfectionism can explain the inverse relationship between dispositional mindfulness and procrastination
Authors: Ibili Gozde , Tree Jeremy John , Gurluk Yılmaz Orhun
Published: February 2025

Given the widespread occurrence of procrastination and its adverse association with well-being, investigating the individual variables that influence procrastination is a crucial matter. Previous research has identified dispositional mindfulness to be negatively associated with procrastination, but the underlying mechanisms driving this relationship remain unclear. In this study, the aim was to investigate whether the inverse relationship between dispositional mindfulness and procrastination could be explained by the mediating roles of trait anxiety and maladaptive perfectionism. In a cross-sectional survey, 126 participants (aged 18–33) completed the 15-Item Five-Facet Mindfulness Questionnaire, the State-Trait Anxiety Inventory-Trait Form, the Almost Perfect Scale-Revised, and the Pure Procrastination Scale. A parallel mediation model was tested to investigate the mediating role of self-reported maladaptive perfectionism and trait anxiety to explain the relationship between dispositional mindfulness and procrastination with a bootstrapped multivariate technique. The results revealed that maladaptive perfectionism significantly mediated the relationship between mindfulness and procrastination -indicating that dispositional mindfulness has a significant indirect effect on procrastination via decreased levels of maladaptive perfectionism. It was determined that 15% of the variance in procrastination was significantly explained by this model (R2 = .15, β =  −.39, B =  −.83, 95% CI =  [−1.18, −.48], p < .001]. As the study highlights the importance of maladaptive perfectionism to explain the link between mindfulness and procrastination, we suggest that future research could investigate the influence of mindfulness on procrastination via mindfulness-based interventions, and include measurements of both trait anxiety and maladaptive perfectionism across longitudinal or experimental designs to unpack causality with respect to our pattern of observed findings.
Közösség és autenticitás
Authors: Székely Anna
Published: February 2025

A doktori disszertáció a kortárs néptáncos közösséget és az autenticitás fogalmához kapcsolódó nézeteket és gyakorlatokat vizsgálta. A kutatás két hipotézisből indult ki. A vizsgálat elsőként feltételezte, hogy a néptáncos közösség szerveződése, működése és tánckultúrája alapján külön kulturális csoportként határozható meg, melynek bizonyítására a szubkultúra-kutatás és a táncantropológiai megközelítést alkalmazta. A második hipotézis szerint az autenticitás fogalom két alaptényezője a 20. század során rögzített néptáncgyűjtések és a hagyományba beleszületett, paraszti származású előadók, az ún. „adatközlők”. A kutatás az autentikus és hiteles fogalmak mellett a kortárs néptáncosok gyakorlatait és jellemzőit elemezte.
Trabalho e território em "Torto Arado": um olhar geográfico
Authors: Souza Amanda Neta de , Nóbrega Pedro Ricardo da Cunha
Published: February 2025

Com o intuito de construir reflexões a partir da relação Geografia e Literatura, este artigo tenta contribuir com a análise de conteúdo da obra Torto Arado de Vieira Junior (2019) a fim de identificar os sentidos do trabalho e do território, possibilitando uma leitura geográfica de uma comunidade rural fictícia, mas que apresenta fortes elementos de vinculação com a realidade, principalmente se refletimos sobre o processo de produção do espaço rural e as relações de trabalho realizadas ao longo do tempo no território brasileiro. A ferramenta utilizada para a coleta e análise de dados foi a Análise de Conteúdo (Bardin, 2016). Para isso, foi realizada pesquisa bibliográfica, utilizando bases de dados e obras relacionadas à temática de Geografia e Literatura e aos conceitos de trabalho e território. A partir das análises construídas, compreendemos como o vínculo estabelecido entre terra, trabalho e território para as comunidades rurais é a expressão da sua identidade e da presença ainda hoje das desigualdades ocasionadas pelo fim do período escravocrata que deixou a margem da sociedade a recém-liberta população negra e a acumulação fundiária ocasionada pela Lei de Terras de 1850.
Transcutaneous auricular vagus nerve stimulation inhibits mental stress‐induced cortisol release—Potential implications for inflammatory conditions
Authors: Cuberos Paredes Ely , Goyes Domenica , Mak Sadie , Yardimian Raffi , Ortiz Nickolas , McLaren Ayana , Stauss Harald M.
Published: February 2025

Elevated glucocorticoid levels with reduced glucocorticoid responsiveness have been reported in chronic inflammatory conditions. Activation of neurons in the nucleus of the solitary tract by transcutaneous auricular vagus nerve stimulation (taVNS) may activate inhibitory pathways projecting to the hypothalamic paraventricular nucleus (PVN), thus inhibiting corticotropin‐releasing hormone (CRH) release and improving glucocorticoid dysfunction in chronic inflammatory conditions. Healthy adults (n = 12) participated in experimental (taVNS) and control (sham‐taVNS) sessions at least 4 days apart. A 30‐min baseline recording was followed by 30 min of taVNS or sham‐taVNS and 40 min of recovery. Ten minutes into taVNS or sham‐taVNS, a mental arithmetic stress test (MAST) was conducted for 15 min. The MAST increased heart rate, low frequency (LF) heart rate variability (HRV), and the LF to high frequency ratio of HRV, confirming sympathetic activation. Salivary cortisol levels during the MAST were lower during taVNS (49.5 ± 48.0% from baseline; mean ± SD) compared to sham‐taVNS (106.0 ± 81.1% from baseline; mean ± SD; p < 0.05). In a psoriasis patient, daily taVNS for 3 months reduced diurnal salivary cortisol levels from 58.2 ± 35.2 (ng/mL)*h (mean ± SD) to 34.9 ± 13.8 (ng/mL)*h (mean ± SD). While it is possible that taVNS inhibited CRH‐releasing neurons in the PVN, our study design did not allow to confirm this potential mechanism.
Erzsébet királyné magyarországi portréi
Authors: Borovi Dániel
Published: February 2025

Bár a 19. századi magyar és a birodalmi közjogban az uralkodó felesége nem játszott tényleges szerepet, Erzsébet királyné a hatvanas évek végétől, politikai szerepvállalásának epizódjától kezdve mind gyakrabban jelent meg a közintézmények falain. A portrék leggyakoribb vizuális forrása Emil Rabending 1866-os fotósorozata volt, amely magyar díszruhában ábrázolta az uralkodónét. Erzsébet a kiegyezést követően nem vállalt tevékeny szerepet a magyar közéletben, bár gesztusokat továbbra is tett. A hatvanas évek végétől semmilyen fényképfelvételt nem készíttetett magáról. Magyarországon a fiatal, magyar ruhás Erzsébet ábrázolási típusa így egyre általánosabbá vált. A halála után a reprezentatív portrékból az emlékművekbe való átmenet emiatt szinte teljesen zavartalan volt. A királyné posztumusz között kivételesnek számítanak azok a festmények, melyeket a király rendelt meg magyar művészektől, hogy azokat ajándékba adja az Erzsébet mellett korábban udvari szolgálatot teljesítő hölgyeknek. A festmények mindegyike az idősebb, „civil” királynét ábrázolja; közülük a Ferenczy Ida számára Benczúr Gyula által készített portré Erzsébet egyik legismertebb magyarországi ábrázolása lett.
 
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ARI POLENİ İLE ZENGİNLEŞTİRİLMİŞ PROBİYOTİK YOĞURTLARIN BAZI FİZİKOKİMYASAL ÖZELLİKLERİNİN BELİRLENMESİ
Authors: Çiftçi Mehtap , Öncül Nilgün
Published: February 2025

Bu araştırmada; arı poleni içeren (%0.5, %1.5, %3 ve %6) probiyotik yoğurtların üretilmesi ve depolama boyunca (14 gün) fizikokimyasal özelliklerinin tespiti ile gıda endüstrisine alternatif bir ürün sunmak amaçlanmıştır. Depolama boyunca örneklerin pH değerleri 4.21-4.59, titrasyon asitliği (laktik asit) %0.61-1.32, kuru madde miktarı %11.20-14.67, kül miktarı %0.55-0.73, protein içeriği 0.79-1.68 g/100 g, karbonhidrat içeriği 0.86-1.80 g/100 g, viskozite 148.60-703.20 mPa.s ve su tutma kapasitesi %38.48-42.17 olarak tespit edilmiştir. Örneklerin pH, viskozite, protein ve karbonhidrat değerleri depolama süresince azalmıştır. Buna karşın titrasyon asitliği ve kül değerlerinde artış gözlenmiştir. Sonuç olarak fonksiyonel özellikleriyle apiterapide kullanılan ve sağlık üzerinde olumlu etkileri kanıtlanmış olan arı poleni probiyotik yoğurda kombine edilerek tüketicilere alternatif fonksiyonel bir ürün sunulmaktadır.
Investigating “Humanity”
Authors: Moczek Armin P. , Milks Kirstin J. , Cloud Frank Brown , Andrews Lin , Haghverdi Raya
Published: February 2025

Although the central principles of evolution by natural selection can feel both abstruse and culturally fraught for learners of all ages, evolutionary logic is at the core of biological science: once students have a solid understanding of evolution, they can better understand everything else in biology. We present here a hands-on experience, coupled with intentional questioning strategies, that inspires students to use high-level evolutionary thinking and to begin asking excellent questions about what we know and how we know it. This activity leverages skull replicas of humans, chimps, and hominins to tap into young people’s natural curiosity about where we come from and what it means to be a person—fundamental topics of inquiry for young people just coming into their own identities. Along the way, students are also exposed to important data and create arguments about what the archaeological record can currently tell us about the story of how people like us came to be.
Retranslations of Aldous Huxley’s Brave New World in Poland
Authors:   University of Silesia, Poland, Adamowicz-Pośpiech Agnieszka
Published: February 2025

Retranslation is a well-established concept in translation studies. Beginning with Edward Balcerzan’s text (1967; 1998), it has functioned as a theoretical basis but also as a method by which successive translations of a single text can be analysed, with the aim, for example, of determining the best of them. The paper analyses selected aspects of the retranslations of A. Huxley’s Brave New World in Poland. Significantly, G. Ojcewicz points to the possible networks of references between retranslations. In the essay, I apply this theoretical approach to retranslations to the new (unpublished) translation of Aldous Huxley’s Brave New World by Krzysztof Hejwowski in the context of his earlier criticism of the translations by Stanisława Kuszelewska and Bogdan Baran, as well as his theoretical works on translation.
Adaption as Self-Representation: The Anthology of Influences in Eavan Boland’s The War Horse, Collected Poems and New Collected Poems
Authors:   Adam Mickiewicz University in Poznań, Poland, Pomeroy Jeremy
Published: February 2025

In The War Horse, Eavan Boland began to hone the distinctive perspective which would define her place in the history of Irish letters. The book is divided into three sections, the second of which consists entirely of translations. Turning to these, both Boland’s choice of poems to translate and practice as a translator are examined. In three cases, Boland so significantly alters the original poems that the term adaptation or transcreation is more precise. At a moment when the poet sought to break with the mainline of Irish poetic tradition, both the adapted and translated works can be viewed as integral to The War Horse, providing a foundation for Boland’s subsequent poetic evolution. In a subsequent version of Boland’s Collected Poems, the volume is reorganized so as to somewhat de-emphasize these pieces, yet two additional translations inserted in Against Love Poetrycontinue to highlight key facets of Boland’s mature poetic stance.
Jacopo de Rota known as Coltrino, at the service of the Republic of Venice in the Terraferma and the Adriatic
Authors: Pérez Negrete Alberto
Published: February 2025

This essay examines the training and contributions of Jacopo Coltrino, a 15th-century Venetian architect and engineer. While Venetian architectural activities of this period have been less studied compared to Tuscany or the Marche, evidence shows that Venetian architects, including Coltrino, received foundational training in family workshops, mastering both wood and stone work. This practical education, blending manual and intellectual skills, was essential for their diverse projects, such as architectural models, hydraulic structures, and fortifications. Coltrino’s career, documented from the late 1480s, includes significant work for the Venetian Republic, like river engineering and fortress construction. His expertise in modifying natural landscapes, demonstrated in various projects across the Venetian territories, underscores his ability to modify the landscape for military and other purposes. Additionally, his military involvement during the Venetian-Turkish wars (1499-1503) highlights his capacity as both a strategist and a commander. The essay also delves into Coltrino’s biographical details, reconstructed from historical documents, revealing his familial and professional networks. Despite his central role in fortification projects, personal details about him remain scarce. The analysis also illustrates how practical skills and close collaboration with political and military authorities were crucial in the architectural practice of late medieval Venice. Further research is encouraged to expand the understanding of Coltrino’s contributions and the broader context of Venetian architecture.
Za Jurja Pavlovića
Authors: Mance Cipek Ivana
Published: February 2025

U članku se priopćava postojanje portreta obitelji Marović koji se pripisuje Jurju Pavloviću na temelju iskaza Ivana Kukuljevića Sakcinskog, koji se do sada smatrao zagubljen. Portret se čuva u negdašnjem Istituto Canal Marovich ai Servi u Veneciji. Slika se analizira s ikonografskog aspekta, odnosno svraća se pozornost na detalj pisma koji Ana Marija Marović drži u rukama. Budući da je riječ o pismu austrijske carice Marije Ane iz 1845. godine, koje je primila u znak zahvale za sliku koju je carici naslikala, predlaže se teza da je taj događaj bio i neposredni povod portretiranja obitelji, što potvrđuje i pisani izvor koji sliku datira u ljeto 1846. godine. Slika se nadalje analizira sa stilskog gledišta te se propituju argumenti koji govore u korist Pavlovićeva autorstva; predlaže se smještanje djela u drugo stvaralačko razdoblje slikara te se uspoređuju elementi slikarske izvedbe koji ga dovode u vezu s drugim poznatim djelima. Također, slika se žanrovski identificira kao obiteljski portret te se vrednuje kao jedini primjer svoje vrste u Pavlovićevoj portretistici. Na kraju se naglašava da Pavlovićev portretistički opus valja sagledavati u znaku stilskog kontinuiteta između romantizma i ranog, tj. bidermajerskog realizma.
Pero i Melko Čingrija
Authors: Žaja Vrbica Sanja , Bašica Kornelija
Published: February 2025

Pored prije istraživanih i publiciranih političkih i gospodarskih aktivnosti dr. Pera i dr. Melka Čingrije rad je fokusiran na njihov važan i gotovo nepoznati utjecaj u razvoju umjetničke infrastrukture i likovnog života Dubrovnika od posljednjih desetljeća 19. stoljeća do početka Drugoga svjetskog rata. Svoj politički program afirmacije nacionalnog identiteta transponirali su u sferu umjetnosti. Različite oblike potpore likovnim umjetnostima vidljive u radu Pera Čingrije nastavlja istim intenzitetom i raznolikošću i Melko Čingrija. Kod obojice također uočavamo iznimnu energičnost i odluke vođene vlastitim prosudbenim sustavom, bez povlađivanja ili prepuštanja tuđim sudovima. Te procese možemo pratiti mecenatskim potporama usmjerenim pojedinim umjetnicima, organizacijom umjetničkih izložbi i angažmanom pri organizaciji narudžbi, financiranja i postavljanja javnih spomenika. Nadalje, s nekim umjetnicima održavaju prijateljske veze, a često ih i financijski pomažu. Neke njihove tendencije, sukladne duhu vremena, ostale su platforma sljedeće generacije inicijatora umjetničkih aktivnosti, a rezultati njihovih zajedničkih nastojanja jesu današnje ustanove u kulturi u Dubrovniku.
Carlo Sbisà
Authors: Lozzi Barković Julija
Published: February 2025

Članak se bavi temom zidnog fresko slikarstva promoviranog u službi vladajuće ideologije u razdoblju između dva svjetska rata u Italiji, odnosno Rijeci koja je tada u njezinu sastavu. Za studiju slučaja odabrana je freska D’Annunzio detta la Carta del Quarnaro autora Carla Sbisàa iz Trsta, realizirana 1942. godine u atriju stambeno-poslovne palače Albori (Riječki neboder), uključujući usporedbu sa situacijom na tom planu u Trstu, Firenci i Milanu, kulturnim središtima gdje se umjetnik formirao i djelovao. Carlo Sbisà prije angažmana u Rijeci zaokružio je svoj opus zidnog slikarstva u rodnom gradu (Trstu), što je imalo presudan utjecaj i na koncipiranje navedene freske. Namjera ovog rada jest upozoriti upravo na tu fresku te na činjenicu da ona nije u potpunosti uništena. Rad predstavlja i prilog valorizaciji jedine zidne fresko dekoracije koju je Carlo Sbisà ostvario izvan Trsta, a koja u sadržajnom i likovno-formalnom pogledu nadilazi ideološki okvir vremena u kojem je nastala. Sbisàova freska u Rijeci čini integralni dio građevine unutar koje je izvedena, te je ilustrativni primjer reafirmacije fresko slikarstva u međuratnom razdoblju u Italiji, što je imalo odraza i u lokalnom kontekstu.
Tragom nepoznatih umjetničkih dodira Ivana Meštrovića i Zlatka Šulentića
Authors: Prančević Dalibor , Šarčević Nevenka
Published: February 2025

Članak istražuje složene i dosad nedovoljno istražene umjetničke odnose između Ivana Meštrovića i Zlatka Šulentića, ključnih figura moderne umjetnosti u Hrvatskoj. Osobita je pozornost usmjerena na atribuciju Meštrovićeve karikature Zlatku Šulentiću koja se analizira u odnosu na druge karikaturalne prikaze kiparova lika. Na temelju arhivske dokumentacije, članak rasvjetljava Meštrovićevu do sada zanemarenu ulogu u uređenju Jugoslavenske učionice na Sveučilištu u Pittsburghu. Pritom se interpretira Portret Josipa Jurja Strossmayera, djelo Zlatka Šulentića koje se povezuje s pripremnim crtežima koji su sačuvani, ali i ističu važne Meštrovićeve skulptorske donacije Autoportret i Portret Mihajla Pupina. U fokusu je i Šulentićevo preuzimanje Meštrovićevih funkcija na Kraljevskoj akademiji za umjetnost i umjetni obrt u Zagrebu između 1941. i 1942. godine, što dodatno oslikava njihovu suradnju i povjerenje. Istaknuti su i drugi dodiri, kao što je ranije zajedničko izlaganje s Grupom nezavisnih umjetnika i Šulentićevo vrsno portretno djelo Dječak koje je došlo u Meštrovićevo vlasništvo. Članak završava stilsko-morfološkom analizom ekspresionizma u opusu obojice umjetnika, na odabranim primjerima djela, čime se doprinosi razumijevanju njihovih dosega unutar hrvatske moderne umjetnosti.
Prikaz knjige
Authors: Marković Predrag
Published: February 2025

Knjiga Emila Hilje obrađuje do sada najmanje poznato, zadnje poglavlje u nastanku šibenske katedrale Sv. Jakova koje obuhvaća period od šest desetljeća, točnije od smrti Nikole Firentinca (o. 1506. godine) i posvećenja katedrale 1556. godine, pa sve do prvih radova na sanaciji njezina krova desetljeće poslije. Premda su donekle očekivani rezultati izostali, a tiču se preciznijeg definiranja uloge svakog od dvojice zadnjih protomajstora, Bartula Jakovljeva iz Mestre i njegova sina Jakova, ipak sada doznajemo mnogo više o djelatnosti majstora iz njihova užeg i šireg kruga. Među njima istaknuto mjesto zauzima Bartulov drugi sin Frane, znan i po nadimku Keko (Checco). Zaronivši duboko u šibenski arhiv, autor je iz gotovo nepregledne količine posve novih i nepoznatih dokumenata na svjetlo dana izvukao ne samo brojne važne i manje važne majstore već i neke sporedne vrlo živopisne likove pruživši na kraju zaokruženo, čitljivo i nadasve interesantno štivo koje baca novo svjetlo ne samo na dovršenje šibenske katedrale već i na ukupni život Krešimirova grada u tome teškom razdoblju njegove povijesti.
Sleep Quality Levels and Academic Performance Among Secondary School
Authors: Sidek Nabila , Kamal Azlan Ahmad , Rahman Zarizi Ab
Published: February 2025

This study investigates the link between the quality of sleep and the academic performance of secondary students in SMK Seksyen 18 Shah Alam. Using a quantitative research approach, data was gathered through surveys that employed The Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) to evaluate sleep quality over a one-month period. The research sample consisted of 241 students, selected through purposive sampling. The study's results revealed a significant association between sleep quality and academic performance, underscoring the necessity for interventions aimed at improving students' sleep routines and overall educational outcomes. To sum up, this research underscores the vital role of restful sleep in enhancing the academic success of students and suggests the importance of promoting healthier sleep habits among high school students.
Development of Fun-Trastic Physical Activity Model: An Innovative Approach for Children Aged 9–10 Years
Authors: Nurrafi'u Gizalias Kusnanda , Akhiruyanto Andry
Published: February 2025

The importance of physical activity in enhancing student engagement in the learning process has prompted the development of the Fun-Trastic model, a fun, traditional, music, and energetic physical activity designed for the early childhood phase. This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of the Fun-Trastic model in engaging students, measuring their enthusiasm and preferences, and assessing its feasibility in educational contexts. A Research and Development (R&D) approach was employed, consisting of three stages: model trial, expert validation, and student preference evaluation. The participants in the study were 9-10-year-old elementary school students from Central Java and the Special Region of Yogyakarta. Data collection involved a Likert-scale questionnaire administered after students performed the Fun-Trastic activities, with a focus on measuring engagement, enjoyment, and intensity levels. Results showed that students found the Fun-Trastic activity to be highly enjoyable and engaging, with positive responses regarding their enthusiasm and participation. Additionally, the activity was considered appropriately challenging without causing excessive exertion, indicating its potential as an effective physical activity model for elementary school students. The study concluded that Fun-Trastic could be a valuable addition to physical education programs, promoting student engagement without overwhelming them.
Analyzing The Relationship Between Motivation and Sportsmanship Among Rugby Athletes
Authors: Iman Zulhaqim Mohd Julaimi  , Kamal Azlan Ahmad
Published: February 2025

The purpose of this study is to examine how UiTM Puncak Alam rugby players' motivation and sportsmanship relate to one another. Data were gathered from 108 chosen rugby players using the Multidimensional Sportspersonship Orientations Scale (MSOS-25) and the Sport Motivation Scale (SMS-II). The results show that intrinsic and extrinsic motivational factors both play important roles in the major influence of motivation on sportsmanship conduct. Intrinsic motivation strengthens a sincere regard for the game, whereas extrinsic incentive—such as prizes and recognition—promotes sportsmanship by encouraging fair play and moral behaviour. According to normality tests, the data had an approximate normal distribution and were suitably distributed, with skewness and kurtosis values falling within acceptable bounds. These findings point to an evenly distributed motivating climate among the athletes. By shedding light on the many motivating variables that affect sportsmanship, the study helps coaches, educators, and sports psychologists improve their athlete development initiatives. Furthermore, sustaining high standards of sportsmanship depends on striking a balance between internal and extrinsic incentive. A heavy dependence on outside incentives might compromise true sportsmanship, yet a strong internal drive promotes morality and reverence for the game. The results underscore the significance of devising motivating tactics that include intrinsic and extrinsic components to foster comprehensive athlete growth. It is advised that further study be done to examine the long-term impacts of these motivating techniques on sportsmanship and performance in many sporting situations. This might result in the creation of athlete development and training programs that are more successful.
О СВОЙСТВАХ РАЗНОСТНЫХ СХЕМ ДЛЯ РЕШЕНИЯ НЕЛИНЕЙНО-ДИСПЕРСИОННЫХ УРАВНЕНИЙ ПОВЫШЕННОЙ ТОЧНОСТИ. II. СЛУЧАЙ ДВУХ ПРОСТРАНСТВЕННЫХ ПЕРЕМЕННЫХ
Authors: ФЕДОТОВА З.И. , ХАКИМЗЯНОВ Г.С. , ГУСЕВ О.И.
Published: February 2025

Для случая двух пространственных переменных построена конечно-разностная схема типа предиктор-корректор для решения нелинейно-дисперсионных уравнений волновой гидродинамики с повышенным порядком аппроксимации дисперсионного соотношения. Численный алгоритм основан на расщеплении исходной системы уравнений на гиперболическую систему и скалярное уравнение эллиптического типа. Рассмотрены два способа аппроксимации эллиптической части. Для каждого из разработанных вариантов разностной схемы выполнен диссипативный и дисперсионный анализ, получены условия устойчивости, проанализированы формулы для фазовой ошибки, а также изучено поведение коэффициента затухания гармоник. Проведен сравнительный анализ с целью выявления преимущества каждой из схем.

For the case of two spatial variables, a finite-difference scheme of the predictor--corrector type is constructed for solving nonlinear dispersion equations of wave hydrodynamics with a higher order of approximation of the dispersion relation. The numerical algorithm is based on splitting the original system of equations into a hyperbolic system and a scalar equation of the elliptic type. Two methods of approximating the elliptic part are considered. For each of the variants of the difference scheme, dissipation and dispersion analysis is performed, stability conditions are obtained, formulas for the phase error are analyzed, and the behavior of the harmonic attenuation coefficient is studied. A comparative analysis is carried out to identify the advantages of each of the schemes.
Сучасна концептуалізація кордонів: трансформація просторових, аспектів у контексті глобалізації та сучасних викликів
Authors: Чепєгін І. В.
Published: February 2025

У сучасному світі глобалізація, технологічний розвиток та економічні трансформації суттєво змінюють сприйняття людиною традиційного розуміння політичних кордонів. У цьому дослідженні запропоновано ретроспективний та сучасний аналіз концепції кордонів у контексті глобальних трансформацій, із визначенням їхньої ролі в динаміч- ному світі. Традиційні підходи до розуміння кордонів, як географічних, політичних та етнічно-культурних меж, порівнюють із сучасними підходами, які враховують їхню еко- номічну, соціокультурну, технологічну та глобалізаційну ролі. Географічний аспект, що раніше визначався простою лінією на мапі, тепер поєднується з економічними зонами та технологічними інноваціями, які зменшують фізичні бар’єри та сприяють взаємодії поза традиційними кордонами. Взаємозв’язок між глобалізацією та кордонами виявляється складним і динамічним, впливаючи на торгівлю, міграцію, культурну взаємодію, безпеку, екологічні та пов’язані зі сферою охорони здоров’я аспекти в сучасному світі. Зокрема, глобалізація сприяє зростанню транснаціональної економічної активності, змінює сприй- няття кордонів як місць взаємодії та співпраці різних культур та соціальних систем, а також – ставить нові виклики в галузі безпеки та реагування на екологічні та пов’язані зі сферою охорони здоров’я проблеми. Автор дослідження визначає вплив глобалізації на трансформацію кордонів, враховуючи політичні, економічні, технологічні та соціокуль- турні аспекти. Результати дослідження вказують на новий характер кордонів, які стають менш жорсткими та відкритими для співпраці, але, водночас – зіштовхуються з новими викликами, на кшталт міграції, тероризму та екологічних проблем. У висновках дослід- ження висвітлено стратегічні підходи до подальшого розвитку концепції кордонів. Автор рекомендує інтеграцію сучасних технологій у процес управління кордонами, акцентує увагу на потребі міжнародного співробітництва для вирішення транскордонних викликів та визначає ключові напрями для подальших досліджень. Дослідження актуальне для вчених, політиків та практиків, які цікавляться сучасними тенденціями та перспективами управління кордонами в епоху глобалізації.
Brasileiros no exterior
Authors: Cortes Bustamante João Francisco
Published: February 2025

A resenha tem como objetivo elucidar os principais aspectos do livro Brasileiros no exterior: voto emigrante e participação política, escrito por Denise Frizzo e Bruno Mascitelli. Resultado de uma pesquisa de doutorado, o livro não é a tese, mas a consequência de uma reorganização dessa pesquisa realizada com uma atualização. Esse processo realizado pelos autores para publicar o livro permite uma obra rara pelos temas trabalhados em um campo de análise ainda restrito, porém necessário: a emigração brasileira. A apresentação é feita pelo ex-ministro das Relações Exteriores Celso Amorim, e está dividida em seis capítulos. Nesta resenha, pretendo expor os temas e destacar o que é mais relevante e original: o vínculo entre os emigrantes e a participação política.
Rubella and the devastating effects of congenital rubella syndrome
Authors: Asoh Kaego Emmanuel , Onoja Anyebe Bernard
Published: February 2025

Rubella virus is a vaccine preventable disease that is endemic in many countries worldwide. We appraised the prevalence and risk factors for rubella and considered the effects of congenital rubella syndrome (CRS) in children. A systematic review of relevant literature was carried out according to the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA). Articles were searched for through PubMed, Medline, EMBASE, Scopus, Google Scholar, web of Science, and Index Medicus. Rubella and CRS are endemic in African as well as the South-East Asian region. The current global vaccination coverage of rubella was estimated to be 70%. However, many countries in African and South-East Asia are yet to include rubella vaccination in their national immunization schedules. Mauritius and Seychelles are exceptions in Africa, while Sri Lanka and Maldives in the South-East Asian region have implemented this regimen. Globally, only the Americas has successfully eradicated rubella. It is still endemic in many African countries with devastating effects among infants and pregnant women. Cases are unabated and several children continue to suffer the consequences of CRS. Concerted efforts are needed to create awareness and galvanize support to control the incidence of rubella and CRS
Impact of COVID-19 in pregnant and lactating women and the implications for their offspring
Authors: Petersen Lindsay
Published: February 2025

This commentary briefly discusses COVID-19 in pregnant and lactating women, the mother to child transmission risk, vaccination in pregnant and lactating women and transplacental antibody transfer after COVID-19 vaccination in pregnancy
Respiratory syncytial virus: enhanced understanding of the burden of disease and developments in active and passive immunisation
Authors: Bamford C
Published: February 2025

Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a major cause of respiratory tract infection in infants and young children worldwide. Improvements in diagnostic testing have led to increased recognition of RSV infection in children in various settings as well as recognition of RSV as a significant cause of serious respiratory infections in older adults with underlying conditions. The burden of disease is significant with 33.0 million RSV-associated acute lower respiratory infection episodes globally in children younger than 5 years. Infants in the first 3 months of life bear the brunt of severe RSV disease. Recently a more effective and longer lasting monoclonal antibody targeting RSV F protein has been approved for use in infants, while maternal immunisation with a prefusion F protein–based (RSVpreF) vaccine provides effective protection against medically attended RSV-associated lower respiratory tract illness for infants during their first 3- 6 months of life. A number of other vaccines are in development that may offer protection for various age groups in the future.
Does a feeding nasogastric tube cause hypoxaemia?
Authors: Akinrinoye O O , Subair Y O ,  Falade A G
Published: February 2025

The use of feeding nasogastric tube has been very beneficial in management of sick infants to ensure optimal intake but is not without untoward effects. Persistent hypoxaemia is not well known to be associated with nasogastric tube feeding. We report two cases of persistent hypoxaemia in tube-fed patients with resolution on removal. Clinicians need to have a high index of suspicion for possible association between nasogastric tube feeding and persistent hypoxaemia after excluding common causes of hypoxaemia. Regular pulse oximetry and prompt removal of the tube is recommended once patient can take considerable quantity of feeds and fluid orally.
Recurrent invasive pneumococcal disease in a child living with HIV
Authors: Copelyn Julie , Tootla Hafsah Deepa
Published: February 2025

Invasive pneumococcal disease remains an important cause of morbidity and mortality in children living with HIV (CLWHIV). Antiretroviral therapy (ART) and pneumococcal vaccination are important strategies to minimize risk. However, uncertainties remain around optimal vaccination policies in CLWHIV. We describe a case of a severely immunocompromised 10-year-old CLWHIV with recurrent invasive pneumococcal disease.
Water excess and its effect on cassava growth and yield
Authors: Alves Alexandre Ferigolo , Freitas Charles Patrick de Oliveira de , Zanon Alencar Junior , Streck Nereu Augusto , Cardoso Paula de Souza , Tardetti Felipe de Andrade
Published: February 2025

ABSTRACT Flooding periods directly interfere with the availability of oxygen in the soil, affecting the aerobic processes of the plants. In this study, we aimed to: (i) characterize the effects of water excess soil on cassava growth; (ii) identify management practices that reduce the impact of water excess on cassava yield; and (iii) to know the crop potential yield for the study region in order to quantify the yield loss caused by water excess. The effects of water excess were evaluated through experiments in pots and in the field. The physiological and morphological response of cassava plants under water excess in a controllable environment indicated greater damage to cassava after exposure of 96 and 120 hours of water excess. Every 24 hours of water excess, about 20% of the plants did not emerge and, after 96 hours of excess, the emergence was null. The use of raised seedbeds was a management practice that ensured 62.6% of plant establishment, allowing cassava yields of up to 16.9 Mg ha-1. The potential yield to Santa Maria in the 2018/2019 crop year was 43.9 Mg ha-1 of cassava roots. The yield gap caused by water excess was up to 4.1 Mg ha-1.
Ultrastructural changes of skeletal muscle tissue of patients with dysferlinopathy
Authors: Chekmareva I.A. , Bardakov S.N. , Limaev I.S. , Emelin A.M. , Deev R.V.
Published: February 2025

Dysferlinopathy represents an orphan disease within the spectrum of progressive muscular dystrophies, occurring at a frequency of 1 to 9 cases per 1.000.000 individuals (Orphanet, 2024). It arises from mutations in the DYSF gene (OMIM 603009, 2p13, NM_003494.4), which is responsible for coding the transmembrane protein dysferlin. Dysferlin plays a critical role in the repair of muscle fiber membranes and the cellular processes of skeletal muscle regeneration. Although the molecular mechanisms of dysferlin-mediated repair are under active investigation, reports on the ultrastructural alterations in human skeletal muscles due to dysferlin deficiency are sparse. Objective. To identify the ultrastructural pathomorphological features of skeletal muscles in 6 patients with dysferlinopathy. Material and methods. This study presents pathomorphological, immunohistochemical, and ultrastructural data from skeletal muscle biopsies of 6 patients with molecularly confirmed dysferlinopathy. Results. Examination of paraffin-embedded sections of the anterior tibialis and vastus lateralis muscles, stained with hematoxylin and eosin, identified a primarily myopathic pattern of skeletal muscle injury. Immunohistochemical staining with dysferlin antibodies revealed the absence of the protein in muscle tissue compared to the positive control. Transmission electron microscopy has revealed ultrastructural alterations characteristic of dysferlinopathy, although not specific, including thickening and fragmentation of the basal membrane, thinning and lysis of myofibrils, folding and disruptions of the sarcolemma, destruction of mitochondria, and, newly described in this disease, necrosis of myosatellite cells and telocytes in skeletal muscles. Conclusion. Despite the non-specificity of the identified ultrastructural alterations, electron microscopy of skeletal muscle biopsies in dysferlinopathy can provide additional information about the mechanisms underlying the disease development. The finding of myosatellite cell and telocyte necrosis indicates the impairment of skeletal muscle regenerative capacity, which may be a novel link in the pathogenesis of dysferlinopathy.