bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Impact of Dyslipidemia Medications on the Prevalence of Diabetic Retinopathy Among a Large US Cohort
Authors: Chadalavada Srila H. , Shaia Jacqueline K. , Russell Matthew W. , Talcott Katherine E. , Singh Rishi P.
Published: November 2023

Background and Objective:

Dyslipidemia medications such as statins and fibrates may be associated with a reduction in diabetic retinopathy (DR) progression, but real-world data is lacking. This study evaluates cholesterol-lowering medications and their association with the prevalence of DR and advanced DR complications.

Patients and Methods:

Data was collected using codes from the International Classification of Diseases on TriNetX, a cross-sectional database of over 79 million Americans, between June and August 2022. Prevalence and prevalence odds ratios (POR) were calculated.

Results:

Patients taking pitavastatin (OR 0.64, 95% CI 0.49, 0.84), fenofibrate (OR 0.83, CI 0.79, 0.87), or evolocumab (OR 0.80, CI 0.68, 0.95) had lower POR of proliferative DR compared to nonproliferative DR. Patients taking any cholesterol medication had a lower POR of vitreous hemorrhage. Patients taking fibrates also had lower POR of neovascular glaucoma.

Conclusion:

This exploratory study highlights positive associations between DR and dyslipidemia and medications that may have fewer worsening events in DR patients.

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Multiple bifurcations of a discrete modified Leslie-Gower predator-prey model
Authors: Sun Yajie , Zhao Ming , Du Yunfei
Published: November 2023

In this paper, we work on the discrete modified Leslie type predator-prey model with Holling type II functional response. The existence and local stability of the fixed points of this system are studied. According to bifurcation theory and normal forms, we investigate the codimension 1 and 2 bifurcations of positive fixed points, including the fold, 1:1 strong resonance, fold-flip and 1:2 strong resonance bifurcations. In particular, the discussion of discrete codimension 2 bifurcation is rare and difficult. Our work can be seen as an attempt to complement existing research on this topic. In addition, numerical analysis is used to demonstrate the correctness of the theoretical results. Our analysis of this discrete system revealed quite different dynamical behaviors than the continuous one.
District-Wide Transformation Using Intentional Learning Communities
Authors: Thierer Kari , Carter Kim
Published: November 2023

This chapter details a rural cooperative school district's eight-year journey to transform its professional culture using intentional learning communities as a cornerstone framework. The district study began with professional learning communities and then, with the support of a dedicated assistant superintendent and ongoing coaching, invested time and resources to dramatically shift the professional learning culture to be collaborative and reflective. Their process is detailed before, during, and after the COVID-19 pandemic, and evidence of how their culture shifted is shared using a transformational learning framework created by the authors.
This Work Isn't Ready
Authors: Kuh Lisa P. , Given Heidi
Published: November 2023

The staff meeting is a staple of school culture and is a vehicle for everything from announcements, updates, logistics, curriculum discussions, data review, to more conceptual topics such as mission and vision and reflections on pedagogy and practice. External professional development offerings are another avenue for adult learning and can focus on a range of subjects deemed important by the school or organization providing the opportunity. However, anecdotally, teachers often bemoan staff meetings and professional development as less-than-welcome experiences that take time away from other priorities. Research shows that teachers value gatherings that build trust, provide them with control over their craft, and support the transfer of adult learning into classroom practice. This is a case study of how one group of early childhood educators created meaningful intentional learning opportunities – both within their school's staff meeting structure and beyond their school walls with a local community of educators.
Humble Credibility
Authors: Diaz Raquel Munarriz , Jones Tiffany Taylor
Published: November 2023

A community of practice (CoP) is a vehicle for bringing in participants to learn and grow with each other. When combined with intentional facilitator moves that consider content, process, structure, and conditions, an intentional learning community (ILC) is created. ILCs go beyond learning to transforming practice. Beyond the transformative power of CoPs and ILCs, the role of the facilitator is key. A truly transformative learning experience requires a leader with humble credibility. This chapter will examine and explore the role of a humble, credible leader and how these dispositions are key in engaging and sustaining powerful team interactions and work to increase organizational capacity and empower the workforce.
Overcoming Barriers to Equity Through Intentional Learning Communities
Authors: Lacroix Kirsten Ebersole , Braun Donna , Li Michelle , Jones Chris
Published: November 2023

This chapter describes effective ways for educational intentional learning communities to harness time, focus, and adult learning practices to ensure that they increase equity. Five key practices to develop equity-focused ILCs are described. These include (1) aiming for equity, (2) focusing efforts on the core of learning and teaching, (3) using key leadership practices and continuous improvement methodology, (4) using tools to develop community and transformational learning, and (5) walking the talk. The chapter begins with a short description of how one organization iterated these practices and ends with areas in which the organization is evolving their work. The intent of this chapter is to not be a polished recipe book, but rather an opportunity to share a learning journey of the five key practices, how they were developed, and how the organization has learned to enact them in their practice. The intention is for this chapter to be used to help ILCs reflect on their own improvement journeys to guide them into their next steps in leading for equity-focused improvements.
Classification Algorithms for Liver Epidemic Identification
Authors: Makkena Koteswara Rao , Natarajan Karthika
Published: November 2023

Situated in the upper right region of the abdomen, beneath the diaphragm and above the stomach, lies the liver. It is a crucial organ essential for the proper functioning of the body.  The principal tasks are to eliminate generated waste produced by our organs, and digestive food and preserve vitamins and energy materials. It performs many important functions in the body, it regulates the balance of hormones in the body filtering and removing bacteria, viruses, and other harmful substances from the blood. In certain dire circumstances, the outcome can unfortunately result in fatality. There exist numerous classifications of liver diseases, based on their causes or distinguishing characteristics. Some common categories of liver disease include Viral hepatitis, Autoimmune liver disease, Metabolic liver disease, Alcohol-related liver disease, Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, Genetic liver disease, Drug-induced liver injury, Biliary tract disorders. Machine learning algorithms can help identify patterns and risk factors that may be difficult for humans to detect. With this clinicians can enable early diagnosis of diseases, leading to better treatment outcomes and improved patient care. In this research work, different types of machine learning methods are implemented and compared in terms of performance metrics to identify whether a person effected or not. The algorithms used here for predicting liver patients are Random Forest classifier, K-nearest neighbor, XGBoost, Decision tree, Logistic Regression, support vector machine, Extra Trees Classifier. The experimental results showed that the accuracy of various machine learning models-Random Forest classifier-67.4%, K-nearest neighbor-54.8%, XGBoost-72%, Decision tree-65.1%, Logistic Regression-68.0%, support vector machine-65.1%, Extra Trees Classifier-70.2% after applying Synthetic Minority Over-sampling technique.
Optimizing Electronic Voting System in Village Head Elections: Evaluation and Recommendations from Sleman Regency, Indonesia
Authors: Ilham Teguh , Santoso Eko Budi , Fadhilah Hasna Azmi
Published: November 2023

INTRODUCTION: The rapid technological advancements of Industry 4.0 have influenced government politics, extending to the adoption of electronic voting in village head elections. In Sleman, e-voting was introduced in 2020, aiming for voting system efficiency and synchronization of population data, positioning the region as an e-voting pioneer in Indonesia. While e-voting offers efficiency and cost savings, it faces some problems. OBJECTIVES: This study endeavors to comprehensively assess the implementation of the e-voting system in village head elections and provide recommendations for its optimization, with a specific focus on the context of Sleman Regency.METHODS: This qualitative research encompasses data from 17 villages spread across 35 sub-districts within Sleman Regency. The study utilizes a comprehensive approach that includes secondary data analysis, incorporating literature, internet-based resources, scientific journals, books, regulations, and official documents. It further involves interviews with government officials at Sleman offices, officials at polling stations, and voters. Additionally, observational data is gathered to shed light on the intricate dynamics of e-voting.RESULTS: The evaluation focused on four pivotal aspects of the e-voting system's success: public trust, public participation, technology, and adherence to election principles. The findings reveal improved dynamics in 2021 when compared to 2020. Public trust in the e-voting system has notably increased, aligning with the relatively successful implementation in the previous year. While community participation has reached a satisfactory level, it has yet to attain full community control, with interesting nuances observed, particularly in less ‘advanced’ villages where participation tends to be lower. In the realm of technology, the e-voting system excels in terms of security, hardware reliability, the comprehensiveness of application features, and user-friendliness.CONCLUSION: The study underscores that the enhancement of e-voting systems presents an avenue to fortify democratic practices and electoral processes in Indonesia. Acknowledging imperfections in data collection systems and addressing participation disparities among villages should be prioritised. Furthermore, the study suggests that comprehensive future research is needed to evaluate the feasibility of extending e-voting systems to higher levels of government elections. This examination offers valuable insights into the evolution of e-voting in Indonesia and the prospects for its expansion in democratisation efforts.
Edge Computing in E-commerce Business: Economic Impacts and Advantages of Scalable Information Systems
Authors: Silitonga Dikson , Rohmayanti Siti Alfia Ayu , Aripin Zaenal , Kuswandi Dadi , Sulistyo Arif Budi , Juhari
Published: November 2023

INTRODUCTION: Edge Computing brings better responsiveness and faster customer experiences, while Scalable Information Systems enable efficient business growth management.
OBJECTIVE: This research analyzes the economic impact of using Edge Computing in E-Commerce businesses and reveals the advantages of Scalable Information Systems.
METHOD: The research approach used is a mixed-method, which includes quantitative data analysis and interviews with key stakeholders in five E-Commerce companies.
RESULTS: The research results show increased responsiveness, operational efficiency, cost savings, enhanced data security, and better customer retention due to the implementation of Edge Computing. Scalable Information Systems also help E-Commerce companies manage rapid business growth flexibly.
CONCLUSION: This technology provides significant and relevant advantages in improving company performance and competitiveness in a competitive E-Commerce context.
Вложение свободных нильпотентных (метабелевых) групп в частично коммутативные нильпотентные (метабелевы) группы
Authors: Roman'kov Vitalii Anatol'evich
Published: November 2023

Представлен алгоритм, определяющий максимальный ранг свободной нильпотентной метабелевой или соответственно нильпотентной группы, изоморфно вложимой в данную частично коммутативную нильпотентную группу той же ступени нильпотентности. Показано, как осуществляются эти вложения.
Библиография: 12 названий.
О разрушении решения одной нелинейной системы уравнений тепло-электрической модели
Authors: Korpusov Maxim Olegovich , Perlov Anatolii Yur'evich , Tymoshenko Aleksandr Vasil'evich , Shafir Roman Sergeevich
Published: November 2023

В данной работе мы предложили систему нелинейных уравнений относительно потенциала электрического поля и температуры, описывающую процесс нагрева полупроводниковых элементов электрической платы с последующим тепловым "пробоем". Для данной системы уравнений мы доказали существование непродолжаемого во времени классического решения, а также получили достаточные условия разрушения решения за конечное время.
Библиография: 20 названий.
О существовании решений задачи Дирихле для $p$-лапласиана на римановых многообразиях
Authors: Bakiev S M , Kon'kov Andrej Alexandrovich
Published: November 2023

Получен критерий существования решений задачи
$$
\Delta_p u=0
\quadв M \setminus \partial M,\quad
u|_{\partial M}=h,
$$
с ограниченным интегралом Дирихле, где $M$ - ориентированное полное риманово многообразие с краем и
$h \in W_{p,\mathrm{loc}}^1 (M)$, $p > 1$.
Библиография: 14 названий.
CRUZAMENTOS, CONTROVÉRSIAS E COSMOPOLÍTICA NA PESQUISA UFOLÓGICA DE OVNIS E ALIENÍGENAS
Authors: Borda Pedro
Published: November 2023

Alguns pesquisadores dos Objetos Voadores Não Identificados (OVNIs) e seus tripulantes argumentam que é possível desenvolver uma ufologia com rigor e método, equivalentes aos empregados por cientistas. Operam, assim, uma tentativa de associação entre Ufologia e Ciência, que culmina na chamada “ufologia científica”. O objetivo desse artigo é esboçar uma forma de encarar antropologicamente a ufologia, sem desmerecer o estatuto ontológico dessas alegações, mas tentando se desvencilhar de um relativismo ingênuo, que desconsideraria todo o trabalho duro empreendido por cientistas na construção de seus fatos científicos. Que lições podem ser extraídas desse desafio de “levar a sério” os ufólogos, almejando o propósito cosmopolítico de composição de um mundo comum e o quê os cruzamentos entre alienígenas e ciência podem nos ensinar são algumas das questões abordadas nesse texto.
WEBER E SIMMEL: COMPREENSÃO DA SOCIEDADE CONTEMPORÂNEA A PARTIR DA SOCIOLOGIA CLÁSSICA
Authors: Martins Ana Cristina da Silva
Published: November 2023

Tendo em vista a evolução de correntes da teoria social contemporânea fica evidente um crescente interesse pelo estudo do indivíduo na compreensão dos fenômenos sociais, por isso o presente trabalho tem como desígnio explorar as condições históricas que possibilitaram o surgimento da Sociologia enquanto Ciência Social e sua contribuição para compreensão da sociedade contemporânea através de autores clássicos como Max Weber e Georg Simmel. Portanto analisamos as consequências advindas da Revolução Industrial, onde tem-se a necessidade de uma ciência que estude as ações dos indivíduos, haja vista que, após a Revolução Industrial, instaura-se um espírito europeu e a maneira de se pensar o mundo se modifica.  Os dados dessa pesquisa foram obtidos através de uma revisão bibliográfica, que implica na análise de dados secundários como revistas, livros e artigos. A pesquisa mostra que após as revoluções, a globalização se intensifica, o capitalismo é instaurado, e mudanças ocorrem na área política e religiosa. O catolicismo passa a não exercer tanta influência sobre a sociedade, devido a introdução do pensamento racionalista. Com isso evidencia-se nos estudos de Weber a categoria racionalização, e como o trabalho sofreu alterações, devido a transição do capitalismo tradicional para o contemporâneo.
Retomar a Anedota Pecuniária
Authors: Picelli Pedro
Published: November 2023

JAPPE, Anselm. A Sociedade Autofágica: capitalismo, desmesura e autodestruição. São Paulo: Elefante, 2021, 336p.
Alinhamento de preferências sobre projetos de lei no Conselho da Cidade de Joinville: uma análise empírica
Authors: Bergamaschi Pedro Lenhagui
Published: November 2023

O presente artigo se propõe a discutir a participação de empresários no Conselho da Cidade de Joinville (SC), tendo como objeto de pesquisa como estes agentes votaram os projetos de lei que este órgão avaliou entre os períodos de 2017 a 2022. Materiais e Métodos: foram identificados os projetos de lei submetidos à sua apreciação, e identificadas as posições dos empresários e do poder público municipal. Foi estabelecido um índice para catalogar suas posições, e identificar conflitos entre as preferências da representação empresarial e da prefeitura. Resultados: a análise das votações em 81 projetos de lei discutidos neste período demonstrou que os empresários raras vezes tinham preferências antagônicas às da prefeitura (11% dos casos). Contudo, a ausência de registro de votações nominais prejudicou esta identificação em 54% dos casos. Discussão: a participação empresarial num órgão consultivo para o planejamento urbano reflete a importância dada por estes agentes a uma estrutura de democracia participativa. No entanto, a falta de transparência quanto às discussões realizadas fomenta uma baixa participação social por parte da sociedade que não participa como conselheiros. Desta forma, argumenta-se que o desenho institucional proposto fragiliza a participação de camadas sociais mais vulneráveis.
Navigating Rigor: An Autoethnographic Exploration of Templating and Crystallization
Authors: Stewart Heather , Suri Harsh , Delaney Deborah , Rana Vishal
Published: November 2023

In this autoethnographic exploration, we engage in a dialogic investigation to examine how templating and crystallization shape rigor in qualitative research. The use of templates in qualitative research has been widely used as a means of enhancing rigor in organizational research design yet comes with caveats especially when wanting to push boundaries. With the interplay of templates and crystallization, the researcher is encouraged to apply iterative and reflexive modes. The aim here is to inspire and invite researchers to pursue the multiplicity offered by qualitative methodologies and expand the discipline through authentic, trustworthy, and credible approaches. To explore the development of rigor we reflect on five narrative vignettes to abductively review the interplay of templating and crystallization within our academic experiences. The autoethnographic lens provided the scope to engage in our discourse, and practices and to question our emerging insights in pursuit of informed understandings. Whilst the focus is limited, we bring an organizational research view that highlights some of the challenges of the discipline. Three themes that we term tenets – purpose, reflexivity, and transparency – were key in the interplay of templates and the appreciation of crystallization. We found that utilizing a template is a valuable starting point for structure or direction, but the researcher must move beyond to find purpose, extend knowledge, and advance thinking. Transparency is essential to evidence the rigor, authenticity, and transferability of findings. This autoethnographic exploration adds value to the body of qualitative research as we call for rigor especially when there is a tendency for overuse or misuse of templates. To be clear, crystallization is not about doing as you please, but fostering rigor to encourage new ways of sense-making.
Step by Step towards Mastering Dance Notation : A Comprehensive Review of János Fügedi’s Latest Book Entitled Signs of Dance
Authors: Horváth-May Dániel
Published: November 2023

János Fügedi is an internationally recognized user, developer, and educator of Laban kinetography. His latest independent work is the book mentioned in the title, published in English, which I will introduce to the reader in this review. After a brief overview of the author's biography, I will discuss the book’s background and outline its structure. In my review, I will draw attention to the innovations in relation to the domestic dance notation practice and present the book's substantial annotated appendices. Finally, I will conclude by specifying exactly the audience to whom I would recommend this book.
Dance Anthropology and Migration Research : Connections, Directions, Possibilities
Authors: Kovács Nóra
Published: November 2023

Drawing on international literature, and without claiming to be exhaustive, this paper aims to review how research on the social practices of movement accompanied by music relates to international mobility and issues faced by migrant populations. The paper addresses the question of how dance studies can contribute to the exploration and understanding of different forms of international migration, both individual and communal.
Case of Successful Treatment of a Patient with Subchondral Fracture of the Knee Joint using Subchondral Platelet-Rich Plasma Injection
Authors: Prokofiev SA
Published: November 2023

We report the treatment of a patient with a pronounced knee pain syndrome related to a subchondral knee joint fracture in the context of osteoarthritis. Traditional treatment methods for this pathology have demonstrated limited efficacy. In our approach, we utilized subchondral Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) injections to alleviate the pain syndrome and stimulate reparative regeneration. Notably, we achieved a stable and rapid reduction in knee pain, with observed regression of pathological changes on MRI scans after a two-month follow-up.

We report the treatment of a patient with a pronounced knee pain syndrome related to a subchondral knee joint fracture in the context of osteoarthritis. Traditional treatment methods for this pathology have demonstrated limited efficacy. In our approach, we utilized subchondral Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) injections to alleviate the pain syndrome and stimulate reparative regeneration. Notably, we achieved a stable and rapid reduction in knee pain, with observed regression of pathological changes on MRI scans after a two-month follow-up.
Research Article In-vitro Anti-dermatophytic Activity of Different Medicinal Plant Extracts
Authors: Kaur Sandeep , Kaur Gill Prabhjot
Published: November 2023

Background: Dermatophytosis is most common superficial skin infection and dermatophytes are fungi that invade within keratinized tissues; skin, hair and nails. In many studies reported that some medicinal plant are very useful to treat various skin disease included dermatophyte, because these medicinal plants are natural so have low cost, high availability, few side effects and valuable resources.
Objective: To evaluate the antifungal activity of Melaleuca alternifolia, Zingiber officinale, Allium sativum, Azadirachta indica, Citrus limonum, Curcuma longa, and Cocos nucifera against the different dermatophytes causing skin infections.
Methods: The Melaleuca alternifolia (tea tree oil), Azadirachta indica (neem oil), Cocos nucifera (coconut oil) and fresh juice of Citrus limonum (Lemon) and aqueous extracts of Zingiber officinale, Allium sativum and Curcuma longa were explored for antifungal susceptibility testing as per CLSI guidelines by agar well diffusion method.
Results: Anti-fungal potentials of the oils and aqueous extracts of different medicinal plants were tested against Trichophyton mentagrophytes, T. rubrum, T. tonsurans, T. verrucosum, Epidermophyton floccosum, Microsporum gypseum, M. canis. All the seven dermatophytes were susceptible to Melaleuca alternifolia, Zingiber officinale and Allium sativum, showed inhibitory zone ranges from 40±2.0mm to 45±2.0mm. Whereas, Azadirachta indica showed inhibitory zone ranges from 18±2.0 mm  to 35±2.0mm for all the seven dermatophytes followed by Citrus limonum. On the contrary Curcuma longa and Cocos nucifera not effective against any tested dermatophytes.
Conclusion: The current research provides a scientific validation for the use of these medicinal plants in the treatment of dermatophytic infection and could be used in future for dermatophytic infection and other skin infection.
An updated review on niosomes: a promising drug carrier
Authors: Kandpal Ramesh , Joshi Aparna , Kumar Kapil , Rajput Vaishali , Chauhan Vaishali
Published: November 2023

Nowadays, advancement in nanocarrier technology gain interest of researchers because it offered various advantages in term of safety and efficacy like enhanced delivery of therapeutics with diverse pharmacological effects, featuring improved targeting capabilities and minimized adverse effects over other carrier systems. Similarly, Niosomes proved as a promising and novel drug carrier. Niosomes are vesicular drug carrier approach which provides controlled and targeted drug delivery. It consist non-ionic surfactants, cholesterol or its derivatives and charged molecules and can be unilamellar, oligolamellar or multilamellar. Their distinctive attributes include the ability to encapsulate both hydrophilic and lipophilic components. This review article illustrates all the basic details of niosomes like structure of niosomes, types of niosomes, its merits and demerits, routes of administration, methods of preparation, factors affecting their formation, evaluation criteria for niosomes as well as their applications and existing marketed formulations.
PENGARUH SISTEM INFORMASI AKUNTANSI DAN SISTEM PENGENDALIAN INTERNAL TERHADAP KINERJA PEGAWAI KANTOR CAMAT MEDAN MARELAN
Authors: Aini Yulia
Published: November 2023

This research aims to determine the effect of accounting information systems and internal control systems on employee performance at the Medan Marelan Subdistrict Office. This type of research is quantitative research. The population used was all employees at the Medan Marelan Subdistrict Office. The sampling technique in this research used a purposive sampling method, with a sample of 36 people. The data source used is primary data obtained through distributing questionnaires to respondents. Data analysis in this research uses descriptive, data quality analysis tests, classical assumption tests, and hypothesis tests with the help of the SPSS version 23.0 program. The research results show that (1) the accounting information system has a positive and significant effect on employee performance at the Medan Marelan Subdistrict Office; (2) the internal control system has a positive and significant effect on employee performance at the Medan Marelan Subdistrict Office Employee Performance, Accounting Information Systems; Internal Control System.

 

 

Keywords: Employee Performance, Accounting Information Systems; Internal Control System
Ǫuelques questions sur les contextes du Coran
Authors: DYE Guillaume
Published: November 2023

Résumé : Cet article étudie la manière dont il convient de penser l’articulation entre le texte coranique et son contexte supposé. En examinant trois types de tensions entre le Coran et le contexte de La Mecque et de Médine, qui concernent des aspects géographico-sociaux, religieux (l’arrière-plan chrétien) et socio-culturels (la capacité à utiliser l’écrit (literacy) et l’oralité), l’article montre que, tout en conservant l’idée que le mouvement de Muḥammad a pris naissance en Arabie occidentale, on doit abandonner l’idée du Coran comme miroir de la prédication de Muḥammad et reconnaître que le corpus coranique a en fait plusieurs contextes. Abstract Title: Some Issues about the Contexts of the Qurʾān This article explores how to think about the articulation between the Qurʾanic text and its supposed context. By examining three types of tensions between the Qurʾān and the context of Mecca and Medina, which pertain to geographical-social, religious (the Christian background) and socio-cultural (literacy and orality) aspects, the article shows that, while we should keep the idea that Muḥammad’s movement originated in Western Arabia, we should give up the idea of the Qur’ān as a mirror of Muḥammad’s preaching and acknowledge that the Qurʾanic corpus displays in fact multiple contexts.
Oppression, exploitation, persécution ? Historiographie de la fiscalité en Judée séleucide et romaine
Authors: GIRARDIN Michaël
Published: November 2023

Résumé Depuis quelques années, le regain d’intérêt historiographique pour la fiscalité commence à toucher le domaine de l’étude du judaïsme ancien. Les travaux remettent peu à peu en cause plusieurs idées bien admises, par exemple l’appauvrissement de la Judée aux temps hellénistique et romain, l’oppression fiscale des classes paysannes, l’étouffante lourdeur des prélèvements. Cet article propose de mettre en évidence les obstacles qui se dressent aujourd’hui devant les chercheurs : le biais déformant des sources, des débats sans fin autour de fragiles héritages historiographiques, l’absence de collaboration interdisciplinaire intégrant ce champ d’étude. Il invite à élargir la perspective de recherche pour s’affranchir de tout cela et repenser les structures fiscales au-travers de leur fonctionnement plutôt que de l’hostilité des contribuables. Abstract Title: Oppression, Exploitation, Persecution? The Historiogaphy of Taxation in Hellenistic and Roman Judea Since a few years, the study of taxation in Judaea has regained momentum. Some studies gradually call into question several well-accepted ideas, for instance the impoverishment of Judaea in Hellenistic and Roman periods, the fiscal oppression on the peasantry, the burden of the taxes. The aim of this paper is to highlight the obstacles facing scholarship today: the distorting bias of sources, endless debates around fragile historiographical legacies, the absence of interdisciplinary collaboration integrating this field of study. It advocates for broadening the research perspective to overcome all this and think anew tax structures through their operation rather than the hostility of taxpayers.
Les débris infinis d’un empire paperassier. Petit tour d’horizon de la documentation fiscale de l’Égypte romaine
Authors: HEILPORN Paul
Published: November 2023

Résumé

L’article vise à présenter brièvement différents aspects de la fiscalité en Égypte romaine, depuis les principaux impôts (comme la capitation ou les taxes foncières) jusqu’au fonctionnement de la perception et à ses conséquences, avec la fuite de contribuables (ἀναχώρησις).

Abstract

Title: Scattered Remains of a Paperwork Empire. An Overview of Fiscal Documentation in Roman Egypt

This paper aims to offer a short presentation of some of the main points one can make about taxation in Roman Egypt: information about the main taxes such as the poll tax or land taxes, as well as about tax collection or its consequences, with taxpayers running away from their obligations (ἀναχώρησις).
Les pratiques cultuelles à Haghia Triada et en Messara occidentale (Crète) de la période néopalatiale aux phases de formation de la polis de Phaistos : restructurations ou évolutions ?
Authors: LEFEVRE-NOVARO Daniela
Published: November 2023

Résumé

Les sites archéologiques de la Messara occidentale (Crète), et notamment celui d’Haghia Triada, constituent des exemples significatifs des changements des pratiques cultuelles de la période néopalatiale aux phases de formation des cités-États grecques. Cet article vise à préciser la nature de ces transformations notamment après l’arrivée des Mycéniens en Crète, lorsqu’un temple indépendant doté d’une banquette est construit à Haghia Triada, et après la fin de la civilisation palatiale, tout au long de la période de gestation de la polis de Phaistos.

Abstract

Title: Changes in Cult Practices in Haghia Triada and Western Messara (Crete) from the Neopalatial Period to the Formative Phases of the Phaistos Polis: Reorganizations or Evolutions?

The archaeological sites of Western Messara (Crete), and in particular that of Haghia Triada, are significant examples of the changes in cult practices from the Neopalatial period to the formative phases of Greek city-states. This paper aims to clarify the nature of these transformations, especially after the arrival of the Mycenaeans in Crete, when a free-standing temple with a bench was built at Hagia Triada, and after the end of the palatial civilization, throughout the gestation period of the Phaistos polis.
Understanding Self-Driving Vehicles - Current State and Challenge
Authors:   NVIDIA, Rajasekaran Suresh Babu
Published: November 2023

The development and deployment of self-driving cars has the potential to revolutionize the transportation industry and improve the lives of people around the world. However, several challenges must be overcome before widespread deployment can occur. This paper provides an overview of the current state of self-driving cars and discusses the main technical, regulatory, and ethical challenges facing the industry. Additionally, the paper highlights the potential benefits of self-driving cars, such as improved safety, increased mobility, reduced traffic congestion, and lower transportation costs. The conclusion provides a summary of the challenges and prospects of self-driving cars and suggests directions for future research in this field.
ANALISIS PRODUK UNGGULAN SEKTOR PERTANIAN DI KABUPATEN MAROS BERBASIS WEB MENGGUNAKAN METODE LOCATION QUOTIENT DAN SHIFT SHARE
Authors: Hanafie Ahmad , Chintami Amaliah , Indriawati Indriawati , Fitri Fitri
Published: November 2023

Analisis produk unggulan pada sektor pertanian pada kantor Dinas Pertanian Kabupaten Maros belum adanya aplikasi tersendiri dalam melakukan analisis produk unggulan atau masih diterapkannya proses manual. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk menghasilkan analisis, pengujian dan menerapkan sistem di setiap wilayah Kabupaten Maros, dan mengembangkannya menggunakan analisis Location Quotient dan Shift Share. Metode dari penelitian ini adalah menggunakan RAD (Rapid Aplication Development). Sumber data penelitian berupa data PDRB sektor pertanian. hasil pengujian Black Box yang dilakukan untuk admin dapat menginput dan mengubah data pada menu Kecamatan, Kabupaten, komoditas serta pendapatan  pada sistem, halaman user dapat mengetahui perkembangan sektor pertanian dengan metode Location Quotient dan Shift Share. hasil dari Kecamatan dijadikan wilayah studi dan daerah Kabupaten Maros dijadikan pembanding atau wilayah referensi yaitu dari perhitungan LQ Kec Simbang tahun 2020 produk padi diperoleh hasil 1,253, LQ>1 = Sektor Basis. Kesimpulan adalah dengan adanya aplikasi ini dapat mempermudah instansi di Dinas Pertanian mengolah data dan masyarakat Kabupaten Maros melihat informasi produk unggulan sektor pertanian.
RANCANG BANGUN MESIN PEMECAH CANGKANG KEMIRI
Authors: Abbas Hammada , Rahman Fadhli , Agus Ferdi , Paisal Paisal
Published: November 2023

Pengolahan biji kemiri terdapat beberapa kendala membuat produksinya menjadi terhambat salah satunya proses pemecahan cangkang kemiri yang dilakukan menggunakan pemecah manual. Tujuan penelitian adalah merancang dan menguji mesin-mesin pemecah cangkang kemiri untuk mempermudah industri rumah tangga melakukan pemecahan kemiri dalam jumlah banyak. Metode penelitian yang digunakan yaitu metode analisis dengan menghitung torsi dan daya serta terdiri dari beberapa tahap pertama survei alat dan bahan, menggambar desain alat, merancang alat, pengujian alat, melakukan perancangan alat dengan menggunakan material bahan seperti besi siku, besi plat motor dc satu unit 2800 hp, pully penggerak, sabuk dan satu buah poros penggerak. Hasil uji alat pemecah cangkang kemiri ini bekerja berdasarkan gaya tumbukan antar komponen mesin yang bergerak cepat dengan bahan kerja mesin pemecah yang berputar pada sumbunya, dan proses pemecahan membutuhkan waktu rata-rata 3 menit selama 4 kali pengujian alat. Kemudian tingkat efisiensi pemecah cangkang kemiri mencapai 75%, kerusakan pada kemiri 25%. Setelah proses pemecahan selesai selanjutnya dilakukan pemisahan buah kemiri dari cangkangnya secara manual. Kesimpulan adalah rancangan mesin pemecah cangkang kemiri berfungsi dengan baik setelah mengalami beberapa pengujian.
La stratégie pamphlétaire à Lyon au début des guerres de la Ligue: jeux d’anonymat et fausses adresses
Authors: Walsby Malcolm
Published: November 2023

L’importance des échanges pamphlétaires des guerres de la Ligue est bien établie. Les études ont consacré le rôle prépondérant des presses parisiennes dans la publication de pamphlets ultra-catholiques. Cependant, l’analyse matérielle suggère que l’on aurait tort de sous-estimer la production de Lyon, l’autre grand centre d’imprimerie de la Ligue. La publication de pamphlets ligueurs n’était pas sans dangers et les Lyonnais avaient souvent recours à divers degrés d’anonymat. L’analyse de l’emploi de fausses adresses typographiques dévoile une stratégie pamphlétaire subtile allant de l’anonymat partiel à l’utilisation de noms d’imprimeurs et de libraires parisiens pour publier les tracts les plus violents. Cette étude permet ainsi de porter un regard nouveau sur le rôle des presses lyonnaises dans le combat ligueur.
Embryo-hepatotoxic Potential of Spearmint Aqueous Extracts: A Histopathological Study
Authors: Asma Zulfiqar  , Uzma Ali  , Asma Siddique  , Saqib Mansoor  , Gul Afshan  , Muhammad Suhail
Published: November 2023

Introduction: Spearmint, a member of lamiacae family, used in home remedies for the treatment of respiratory, GIT and other diseases.

Aims & Objectives: To observe the effects of spearmint aqueous extract on liver histology in Swiss albino mice pups. Place and duration of study: The current experimental study was carried out in the Anatomy Department, Shaikh Zayed PGMI, Lahore over a period of 6 months.

Material and Methods: Adult mice (Swiss Albino mice) were used (7 male and 21 female). Female mice were divided and labeled into control group (A) and two experimental group i.e. low dose (B) and high dose (C) after conception; all these groups had 7 mice each. Distilled water was given to group A and leaves extract of spearmint was given to group B and C in doses of 3 & 6g/kg per day, respectively. After completion of pregnancy the pups were delivered by hysterotomy out of which 28 mice pups were randomly selected and marked as control/A1, low dose/B1 and high dose/C1 groups, respectively. The liver of all pups was dissected, slides made, and hepatocytes were examined for their shape, presence or absence of necrosis and vacuolization. Data was analyzed using SPSS software version 20.0,P- value<0.05 was taken as significant.

Results: Shape of hepatocytes was unchanged, but vacuoles and necrosis found in livers of freshly delivered pups with p-value <0.001whose mothers had received spearmint treatment during pregnancy. Difference among both spearmints treated groups was significant and p-value was 0.026.

Conclusion: Spearmint aqueous extracts administered to female mice during pregnancy in both low and high doses carry embryo hepatotoxic potential with in utero harmful effects on  swiss albino mice pup offspring.
Local Sexual Dimorphism Based on Chilotic Index of Human Dried Hip Bone: A Morphometric Study
Authors: Sibgha Fatima  , Saba Saleem  , Noor Ijaz  , Nabila Kaukab  , Fauzia Qureshi  , Asma Siddique
Published: November 2023

Introduction: Human hip bone sexual dimorphism is an important parameter in determining gender of an unknown hipbone, an important point in Anatomy and Anthropology.

Aims & Objectives: To measure the Chilotic index of male and female dried hip bones in local population of Pakistan and determine a useful value to correctly identify male and female hip bones.

Place and duration of study: The study was conducted in the Department of Anatomy at University College of Medicine and Dentistry over a period of six months from October 2022 to Feb 2023.

Material & Methods: It was a descriptive cross-sectional study conducted on 44 (22 male and 22 female) dried hip bones gathered through stratified random sampling with 5% level of significance with desired power of 95%. Chilotic index was calculated after measuring sacral and pelvic parts of Chilotic line with vernier calliper. Data was analysed in SPSS 22, p value ? 0.05 was taken as significant.

Results: The range for the Chilotic Index for male hip bones was 81.92 to 124.91, with a mean and median of 102.08 &

103.75 respectively . On the other hand, the range for the Chilotic Index for female hip bones was 72.22 to 109.85, with a mean and median of 89.89 &87.19 respectively. The p value of 0.0023 and t value of 2.01 indicate that there is a significant difference between the Chilotic Index of male and female hip bones in the local population.

Conclusion: Overall, the results suggest that the Chilotic Index, as well as the pelvic and sacral segments of the Chilotic lines, are different between male and female hip bones. The cut off value of 95.98 statistically correct in identifying male and female hipbones in local population.
Development and Validation of Student Engagement Questionnaire
Authors: Imran Iram , Rehan Ahmed Khan  , Kinza Aslam
Published: November 2023

Introduction: Medical students drop out rate in Pakistan is very high. In our country, only 84% of students graduate, which is significantly lower than the average for developing nations. Class engagement, has been identified as a solution to the failures, dropouts and motivational lacking of students. Being multifaceted construct, the problems of defining engagement have also led to inconsistencies in measurements too. Most of the previous student engagement questionnaires had lack of information regarding their reliability and validity, transparency and auditability. They were long and complex to understand and only measures the behavioral and social engagement. So there is a need to develop questionnaires that is short, freely available and can easily be understood by all stakeholders involved in teaching and learning.
Aims & Objectives: To develop a questionnaire to assess the engagement of undergraduate medical students during classroom activities.
Place and Duration of Study: This was mixed method study, conducted at the University College of Medicine and Dentistry, University of Lahore between November 2022 &May 2023under the guidelines of AMEE Guide 87.
Material & Methods: After receiving consent, the first draft of the questionnaire was distributed to 14 clinical and basic science subject experts, as well as medical educators, for qualitative and content validation. To determine the response process and to address any misunderstandings regarding the significance of questionnaire items, cognitive interviews with six students were conducted. Responses from 210 undergraduate medical and dentistry students were used to gauge reliability. SPSS version 23 was used to evaluate the questionnaires, a p-value of ?0.05 was considered significant For the scale, an internal consistency of between 0.50 and 0.70 according to Cronbach's alpha was deemed sufficient
Results: There were 14 experts who gave qualitative expert validation. The initial student engagement questionnaire contained 49 items to measure 5 theoretical constructs, and were modified to make them more comprehensible and applicable. The questionnaire’s overall scale validity index was 0.84. After the cognitive interviews, there were just twenty items left. Content validation was finished in two rounds with 20 final items, yielding acceptable values of SI- CVI 0.83 & CCA 2.8. After the questionnaire had undergone pilot testing, 210 students filled it out, and the reliability of the survey was evaluated using Cronbach's alpha, which came out to be 0.721.
Conclusion: Medical colleges can use this valid and reliable student engagement questionnaire to assess students' emotional, behavioral, and cognitive involvement in class.
Relationship Of Burnout with Screen Time In Under Graduate Medical Students
Authors: Khurram Irshad  , Fahad Azam  , Ifra Ashraf  , Abida Shaheen  , Nosheen Kazmi  , Arsalan Ahmed  , Danish Iltaf Satti  , Adil Baloch
Published: November 2023

Introduction: Burnout, in the context of medical education, is a state of physical, emotional, and mental exhaustion, often accompanied by a diminished sense of personal accomplishment. Burnout may adversely affect the well-being and motivation of medical students consequently resulting in compromised academic performance.

Aim and Objectives: The present study aims to explore the correlation of screen time with burnout and its subtypes including overload, neglect and lack of development.

Place and Duration of Study: The present cross-sectional study was conducted at Shifa College of Medicine from September 2019-February 2021.

Material & Methods: The present study included a total of 284 students from the first year to the final year using convenience purposive sampling. The students who provided written informed consent were enrolled in the study.These participants completed a structured questionnaire, which included various demographic variables and information regarding students' screen time, specifically for academic purposes and leisure activities. To evaluate burnout, the study utilized the "Burnout Clinical Subtype Questionnaire" (BCSQ), which has been adapted for student use (BCSQ-12- SS).The data was entered & analyzed using SPSS version 23, a p-value of ?0.05 was considered significant.

Results: The mean age of participants of the study was 20.56±1.73 years. The correlation analysis showed a significant correlation of neglect, lack of development and total burnout score with screen time for non-educational purposes in medical students with a p-value of 0.022, 0.009 and 0.009 respectively. Screen time for educational purposes hada significant correlation with the overload domain of burnout; r=0.157 (p=0.039). Students with self-perception of bad health had a significant correlation of screen time for non-educational purposes with total burnout score; r=0.234(p=0.04). Scores of total burnout and subtypes of overload, neglect and lack of development were significantly lower in students with self-perception of good health.

Conclusion: The present study reveals a significant correlation between screen time among medical students and burnout, highlighting the potential impact on both physical and mental health.
Impact of Innovation on Adoption of Block Chain Technology with the Moderating Role of Digital Marketing
Authors: Falak Uroosa , Raima Adeel , Bilal Muhammad
Published: November 2023

Purpose: This research aims to examine the impact of innovation on blockchain technology adoption within the context of digital marketing.

Methodology: A combined qualitative and quantitative approach is employed, with a focus on case studies that use blockchain technology as a lens to assess the influence of innovation on digital marketing.

Findings: Our linear regression analysis reveals that while digital marketing contributes to innovation and blockchain adoption, the observed impact is not statistically significant.

Unique Contribution to Theory, Practice, and Policy: Given the increasing significance of data security and compliance with regulations like the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), it is imperative for digital marketing agencies to prioritize these aspects. By emphasizing these elements, businesses can harness the full potential of blockchain in their advertising strategies.