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Le radicalisme en Grande-Bretagne de 1815 à 1830
Authors: Duthille Rémy
Published: January 2025

Depuis La Formation de la classe ouvrière anglaise (1963) d’Edward Thompson, l’historiographie des mouvements protestataires s’est considérablement enrichie. Cet article examine des interprétations récentes de cette période dans laquelle Thompson voyait l’époque héroïque du radicalisme ouvrier. Les débats sur l’essor de la plate-forme de masse, le sens à donner au massacre de Peterloo (1819), et l’accent porté sur la culture, le genre et la micro-histoire sont autant de façons de réviser les grands récits. L’article examine aussi les études récentes plaçant la conspiration de Cato Street (1820) dans ses contextes britannique, impérial et international. Une section sur l’Écosse fait le point sur les débats historiographiques sur la « Guerre radicale » de 1820 et les spécificités écossaises.
La crise du Reform Bill, 1830-1832
Authors: Champs Emmanuelle de
Published: January 2025

En deux ans, de 1830 à 1832, la Chambre des communes a adopté une réforme de la représentation parlementaire qui était réclamée sans succès par les radicaux depuis les années 1760. Pour l’historiographie whig, il s’agit du triomphe d’un réformisme graduel piloté par les députés eux-mêmes. Les analyses de « l’histoire par le bas » mettent au contraire l’accent sur la pression externe exercée par le peuple sur les élites politiques. Depuis la fin des années 1990, l’histoire sociale s’est écartée des grands récits fondateurs articulés autour de moments de rupture, que ces récits soient whigs ou marxistes. L’accent est mis sur les continuités, mais surtout sur les évolutions des identités sociales et des pratiques, à la fois dans les villes et dans les campagnes. Cet article retrace le déroulé des événements intra- et extra-parlementaires et varie les focales dans l’analyse de ce moment fondateur de l’histoire politique britannique.
The Trade Union Movement, 1850-1914
Authors: Taylor Antony
Published: January 2025

This article examines the role of trade unionism in the long nineteenth century and considers the drawbacks to standard approaches to this subject. Discussing the changed focus of much historical scholarship towards the history of trade unions, it re-examines the approach to trade union history that emphasizes the movement’s affinities with the Labour party. Moving away from a focus that stresses the institutional and hierarchical histories of individual trade unions, this article explores the new directions in trade union history, stressing the movement’s links with different political parties, recent research on strike action and the rediscovery of particular strikes and the role of transnationalism and emigration in shaping the attitudes and actions of the trade union movement more broadly. Moreover, it detects a renewed focus on the material culture and historical survivals of the trade union movement, and the role of objects like banners in preserving the memory and vigour of the movement in the nineteenth century.
La citoyenneté des Anglaises, 1850-1914. À la conquête de l’opinion publique
Authors: Boussahba Myriam
Published: January 2025

Après la publication de Mary Wollstonecraft, Vindication of the Rights of Woman (1792), l’égalité des sexes construit la campagne suffragiste dans le slogan « on the same terms as men ». Le suffrage alors exclusivement masculin inclut progressivement certains ouvriers (1867), les travailleurs agricoles chefs de famille (1885) et enfin tous les hommes en 1918 (suffrage universel masculin). En 1884, les épouses devenues propriétaires de leur corps rejoignent les célibataires pour demander le droit de représentation et de vote local et national. Arguant de leur évidente citoyenneté, les Britanniques dénoncent l’injustice fondée sur un argumentaire biologique qu’elles réfutent ; elles manifestent leur qualité de sujets politiques et donc leur inscription dans l’histoire en exigeant des réformes sociales et politiques fondées sur l’égalité des sexes. Ce faisant, elles interpellent l’Etat qui, insistent-elles, doit soutenir financièrement les femmes modestes enceintes, aider à protester contre les inégalités salariales, et à refuser l’idéologie des sphères séparées. L’histoire des femmes dans les années 1970, puis du genre dans la décennie 1980, ont introduit de nouvelles thématiques de recherches dans la plupart des disciplines universitaires ; les inégalités de genre sont constitutives de l’histoire via des thématiques comme les masculinités, le consentement ou les violences sexuelles.
“I am a Suffragist and a Socialist”: The Relationship between the British Socialist and Suffrage Movements, 1884-1914
Authors: Pécastaing-Boissière Muriel
Published: January 2025

Although the link between socialism and suffragism can be traced back to the Owenite and Chartist movements of the 1830s and 1840s, between 1884 and 1914, the new phase of the campaign for women’s suffrage coincided with the socialist revival, then the emergence of the Labour Party. The relationship between the socialist and suffrage movements intensified, with a significant overlap of their respective memberships. Yet, the issue of women’s suffrage has generally been overlooked by historians of British socialism, and one has to look mostly to feminist historians to assess the importance of the relationship between the socialist and suffrage movements before the First World War. After a brief reminder of the composition and evolution of both movements in 1884-1914, this article will study their divisions and alliances relating to their main two debates: class v. sex, and adult v. women’s suffrage.
What will you do when you grow up?: the social construction of children’s occupational preferences
Authors: Hutchings Merryn
Published: January 2025

Les métiers qui attirent les enfants peuvent nous éclairer sur la manière dont ils sont sensibilisés au travail des adultes dans la société où ils vivent. Tandis que dans les sociétés traditionnelles l’accès à la connaissance des métiers et l’accès à l’identité professionnelle semblent aller de pair, les enfants étant naturellement admis à assister et à participer au travail des adultes, dans les sociétés industrialisées rares sont les occasions où les enfants sont en mesure d’observer et de prendre part au travail des adultes. Cet article rend compte des moyens que se donnent alors les enfants appartenant à ce type de société pour se construire une représentation de leur futur métier et s’interroger sur la capacité de ces représentations à générer une identité professionnelle. En dernier lieu, les conséquences possibles sur le curriculum sont envisagées.
Assessment of Mechanical and Physical Properties of Natural Hydraulic Binders Produced from Marls
Authors: Özer Nazife , Özgünler Seden Acun
Published: January 2025

In the 18th century, hydraulic-based binders gradually supplanted air-hardening binders, and by the early 20th century, these were eventually replaced by cement. The distinction between binders categorized as natural and other hydraulic binders, such as natural cement and conventional cement, is that the former is characterized by raw materials with a naturally favorable mineralogical composition. This study examined the experimental possibilities of natural hydraulic binder production with marl resources commonly found in Turkey. Two raw materials quarried from Mersin (M) and Adana (A) were selected. These raw materials were calcined at temperatures of 750-850-950-1050 °C. The X-ray diffraction (XRD) analysis indicates that while the binders produced with M-coded raw materials contain varying amounts of the hydraulic phases larnite (C2S and C3S), the A-coded binders exhibit an absence of these critical hydraulic phases, which are essential for strength development in hydraulic binder paste. The increase in the strength of A-coded binders is thought to be due to the formation of calcium silicate hydrate (C-S-H) phases, which result from the reaction between water, clay minerals (SiO₂, Al₂O₃, and Fe₂O₃), and hydrated lime (portlandite, Ca (OH)₂).
Polyvinyl Alcohol Composite with Enhanced Mechanical and Biological Properties for Soft Tissue Application
Authors: Mohammed Alaa A.
Published: January 2025

Polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) is a non-toxic, thermoplastic polymer that is completely biodegradable. So it is based on many composite materials for biomedical applications. In this study, various specimens were prepared by solvent casting method and then tested by tensile, FTIR, contact angle, SEM, antibacterial and cytotoxicity test. The results obtained showed the tensile strength decreased with the addition of PEG and then tended to improve after the addition of collagen and nano-titanium oxide. The wettability test shows the prepared specimens changed from hydrophobic to hydrophilic properties. The biological properties explained that the prepared composite had a better antibacterial effect and none of the samples had a toxic effect.
Mycelium B-Blocks: Reusable and Adaptable Biodegradable Material for Temporary Structures
Authors: Winnerdy Fernisia R. , Hermawan Dani , Pramanik Adetania , Sanjaya Josephine Valerie , Fernando Ricky , Baron Mack Edho
Published: January 2025

One of the ways to advance toward a more regenerative construction industry is by developing a biodegradable, waste-based alternative building material. Building upon the previous research on dry-stacking interlocking modular blocks made of three kinds of organic waste (cotton, coffee chaff, and sawdust+mycelium), this study focuses on designing Mycelium-Based Composite (MBC) B-Blocks. By developing this reusable and adaptable MBC block design, this study addresses the current trend of using MBC solely as a temporary building material. The primary objectives are to refine the B-Blocks module design, improve the proportion to increase configuration possibilities for wall components, and explore different approaches for wall installations using these blocks. The research was conducted with students from the Innovative Digital Technology elective class in the Architecture Department at Universitas Pelita Harapan (UPH). The methodology involved exploring digital tectonics through parametric associative modeling, creating a mock-up model using parametric associative modeling and digital fabrication machinery, and producing 1:1 prototypes of the modules in collaboration with MYCL-Mycotech Lab.
The Important Characteristic and Properties of Dolomite Minerals and Potential Uses as Bioceramics: An Overview
Authors: Ahmad Shukeri Nur Hasnidah , Syed Adam Syed Nuzul Fadzli , Hasmaliza Mohamad , Heah Cheng Yong , Zainuddin Firuz
Published: January 2025

Dolomite is a raw carbonate mineral rich in contents with calcium, magnesium and oxide compounds also including other minor impurities from other compounds. It could be easily found in sedimentary rock which is most likely known as dolostone associated with limestone and chalk carbonates. This mineral has been used in a variety of industries including agricultural, metallurgy, constructions, biomass and others. Currently, there are abundant sources of local dolomite minerals but have very limited applications when compared to other types of carbonate minerals. This was contributed by the lack of basic technical information on dolomite properties and no extensive research has been done to evaluate the new potential of this mineral. Therefore, this paper made a brief review on the important characteristics, properties and thermal behavior of dolomite and based on these findings discussed the dolomite's suitability and potential to be used as bioceramics and in biomedical applications.
The Zinc Ferrite Decorated Unexfoliated Graphitic Carbon Nitride for Effective Antibiotic Degradation under Visible Light
Authors: Tamyiz Muchammad , Mohd Pisal Mohd Hanif , Widiyanti Atik
Published: January 2025

The antibiotic pollutant treatment in wastewater using conventional method remains a challenge. One of the most fluoroquinolone antibiotics family used by human and animal cure is ciprofloxacin (CIP). CIP has exhibited as a recalcitrant compound in nature with concentration from ng to mg. To overcome this issue, recent technologies have applied such as photocatalysis technology for water decontamination. Furthermore, photocatalyst materials that used in this research were zinc ferrite and graphitic carbon nitride. A simple hydrothermal-coprecipitation method has succeed to synthesis zinc ferrite. While, unexfoliated graphitic carbon nitride (ZFO@ue-CN) was synthesized by calcination at 550 °C for 4 h under air condition. A heterostructure approach combining zinc ferrite and unexfoliated graphitic carbon nitride (ZFO@ue-CN) has been investigated as a potential solution. In this study, a ZFO@ue-CN was constructed by calcination method under atmosphere condition at 400 °C for 2 h. The ZFO@ue-CN has been characterized involving structural, morphological, and optical. Furthermore, ZFO@ue-CN exhibited excellent degradation performance with over 88% removal of ciprofloxacin. The heterojunction formation of ZFO@ue-CN nanocomposite provide more efficient electron transfer compared to single material. Combination between metal oxide@ue-CN can open up the new platform for simple material preparation, nevertheless it can keep the photodegradation performance. This result also emphasizes that the ZFO@ue-CN nanocomposites has prominent application for wastewater treatment.
Thermodynamic Sorption Study of a Medicinal Plant Using the Standard Static Gravimetric Method for a Better Conservation
Authors: Bahammou Younes , Bougayr El Houssayne , Bajji Said , Berroug Fatiha , El Hassan Mounir , Fantasse Azeddine , Lamharrar Abdelkader , Idlimam Ali
Published: January 2025

Aromatic and medicinal plants are a natural source of pharmaceutical compounds with curative and therapeutic properties. They have been used for centuries to treat various ailments and offer alternative options to conventional treatments. Among these plants, Marrubium vulgare L., which is widely used in traditional medicine for diabetes treatment, has antioxidant potential as well as anti-inflammatory, healing, and soothing properties, attracting increasing medical interest. In this context, the hygroscopic behavior of Marrubium vulgare L. is reported. The adsorption-desorption isotherms of Marrubium vulgare leaves were determined using the standard static gravimetric method at three temperatures (30, 40, and 50 °C) to ensure physicochemical and microbiological stability throughout the storage process. The results showed that the adsorption-desorption isotherms of all samples followed a sigmoidal pattern, consistent with other agricultural products discussed in the literature. The optimal moisture content for conservation was also determined. The GAB (Guggenheim-Anderson-de Boer) and double polynomial models were the most suitable for describing the sorption curves. The adsorption-desorption data were examined to determine the moisture content of the monolayer (3.4-9.7%), properties of sorbed water in porous structures and surfaces, total heat of wetting, net isosteric heat of sorption, spreading pressure, differential entropy, and enthalpy-entropy compensation. It was also observed that the spreading pressure and average pore radius increase with rising relative humidity and temperature, leading to the appearance of defects on the surface of Marrubium vulgare leaves. Compensation theory is essential to consider when evaluating the impact of temperature on the adsorption-desorption properties. The Gibbs free energy was positive for sorption, indicating that the process is non-spontaneous.
Experimental Investigation of Lightweight Mortars Based on Recycled Olive Kernel through Hygric and Mechanical Characterization
Authors: Lo Presti Nicolò , Abahri Kamilia , Castellazzi Giovanni , Mengoli Paolo , Stabellini Paolo
Published: January 2025

Bio-based building materials are now being widely explored by researchers to promote their effective use and reduce the environmental impact of building construction. Among these, mortars based on olive kernel aggregate, a waste product of the production of olive oil, can be effectively adopted for moderate load-bearing applications in buildings thanks to their lower density and thermal conductivity,compared to traditional sand-based mortars. Nevertheless, to date most of the researchers focused on mortars produced with a partial substitution of traditional sand with olive kernels and relatively high dosages of binder. In this work, mortars entirely based on olive kernel aggregate were produced employing limited dosages of binder. Mechanical, hygric properties and the density were evaluated on the hardened materials for different tested formulations. Results showed a high dependency of mechanical properties on the dosage of binder and demonstrated their employability for moderate load-bearing applications in buildings.
Influencing Factors of Competency for Extension Practitioners in Promoting Napier Grass Cultivation Among Pastoralists in Nigeria
Authors: Aderinoye-Abdulwahab S. A.
Published: January 2025

Purpose: This study aimed to strengthen the competency of extension practitioners through Napier grass cultivation to tackle issues of social and environmental insecurity in the country.Research Method: The study used a descriptive research design and employed Borich’s model to process the knowledge and competency of 200 extension practitioners on tasks related to Napier grass cultivation. Data analysis was done using means and ranks while discrepancy scores were also determined.Findings: The study revealed a degree of inadequacy in the practitioners’ knowledge of Napier grass cultivation, but they rated the intervention of extension practitioners as important. The study found that in-service training to improve practitioners’ competency and skill in speaking pastoralists’ language is highly required for effective communication and information dissemination of Napier grass cultivation. Identification of the competency areas will boost capacity for grassland intensification strategies among pastoralists and stimulate training programs that will enrich practitioners’ knowledge; improve their innovation for adaptation to climate change impact; and develop their mitigation ability for social and environmental insecurities.Originality/ Value: The study is novel in reporting, for the first time, the competencies of extension practitioners in promoting grassland intensification for pastoralists in Nigeria. It further reduces the paucity of empirical studies on the competency of extension practitioners, with a particular focus on their training needs.
The Potential of Arboreal Tiger Beetle (Derocrania scitiscabra Walker) as a Natural Enemy for the Control of Fall Armyworm (Spodoptera frugiperda JE Smith)
Authors: Kasige R. H. , Abeywardhana D. L. , Pallewatta N. , Perera M. T. M. D. R. , Dangalle C. D.
Published: January 2025

Purpose: The fall armyworm, Spodoptera frugiperda, is a serious pest of maize, sugarcane, and other crops in Sri Lanka. Natural predators and parasitoids are considered the best methods to control this insect pest. The present study investigates the possibility of using an endemic tiger beetle, Derocrania scitiscabra, as a natural predator for the larval stages of S. frugiperda.Research Method: The feeding preferences of D. scitiscabra to live prey versus dead prey, live prey types including different instar stages of S. frugiperda were investigated in the laboratory using choice tests. Fresh minced meat was used as dead prey, while red ants, earthworms and the six larval instar stages of S. frugiperda were used as live prey.Findings: Red ants were the most preferred prey type of D. scitiscabra, and dead prey, earthworms and mature S. frugiperda larvae were not consumed. Early larval instar stages of S. frugiperda were selected as prey, and the beetle showed a high feeding preference for the second larval instar stage. This feeding preference was observed irrespective of whether red ants were present or absent in the same environment. D. scitiscabra may have selected the second larval instars of S. frugiperda due to their small size, high prey density, mobility, and being devoid of injury.Research Limitations: The tests were conducted under laboratory conditions in insectary facilities. However, field investigations are essential to understand the ecological dynamics that affect insect behavior and survival.Originality/value: An endemic beetle is introduced to control S. frugiperda infestations in their early stages of development. The finding may provide an environmentally safe and economically beneficial method to control S. frugiperda
Nitrogen Use Efficiency of Paddy Husk Biochar-Based Organic Fertilizers Applied to Capsicum Plants Grown in an Ultisol
Authors: Lewkebandara H. G. , Karunasekara A. R. , Ekanayake M. M. C. B. , Silva Renuka , Dissanayaka D. M. P. S. , Dharmakeerthi R. S.
Published: January 2025

Purpose: Low Nitrogen Use Efficiency (NUE) of urea (U) in vegetable cultivations leads to environmental pollution. This study aimed to develop N-enriched paddy husk biochar-based organic fertilizers (BOF) using liquid organic fertilizers such as fish tonic (FT) and cattle slurry (CS) as a potential solution for the low NUE.Research Method: Paddy husk biochar (BC) was enriched with N using FT, CS, and U and pelletized to produce BOFFT and BOFCS, and SRFU respectively. A pot experiment was conducted using Capsicum annum with 100% N from four fertilizer treatments and 0% N control. Growth, N nutrition and NUE of plants were measured.Findings: Nitrogen content in BC (0.59%) was increased to 2.0% and 1.1% by incorporating FT and CS, respectively, while 23.0% in the SRFU. The BOFFT was comparable to urea (U), only treatment on growth and NUE of Capsicum plants. As unutilized N in BOFFT is in organic forms, their losses to the environment should be low. BOFCS could not provide the required N for the growth of Capsicum plants. Intercalation of U into BC provided the highest growth (5.1 g/plant) and NUE (16.7 kg /kg N) among all treatments, suggesting the requirement for further improvements to BOFFT.Research Limitations: Produced fertilizers should be tested under different eco-physiological situations to obtain a solid overview of their performance.Originality / Value: This is the first attempt to produce paddy husk biochar-based organic fertilizers by enriching biochar with N using cattle slurry and fish tonic.
Farmers’ Awareness of Land Degradation in the Dry Zone Rain-fed Uplands: The Case of Ranpathwila Cascaded Tank Village System, Sri Lanka
Authors: Karalliyadda S. M. C. B. , Kazunari T. , Fujimura M.
Published: January 2025

Purpose: The Rain-fed uplands of Cascaded Tank Village Systems (CTVS) in the Sri Lankan dry zone are degrading while challenging the food security, economy and ecological sustainability of the nation. Farmers’ unawareness of land degradation (LD), and irresponsibility for land conservation are often accused of the LD, yet with limited empirical evidence. Therefore, this study aims at providing empirical evidence on farmers’ awareness of LD by investigating farmers’ perceived indicators and causes of LD i.e., deforestation, soil erosion, soil fertility decline, and their perceived responsibility to halt LD.Research Method: A questionnaire survey was administered among conveniently sampled 291 farmers in the Ranpathiwila CTVS area along with interviews and field observations. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics including Multiple response analysis in SPSS 18.Findings: Farmers are aware of LD by physically examining and qualitatively assessing the relevant indicators of LD (E.g., onsite and offsite, and present and past consequences of LD) and recognizing both relevant natural and anthropogenic causes of LD. Moreover, farmers’ awareness embraces the holistic nature of their land resources. Although farmers feel high moral responsibility for the causes of LD, they feel low or partial moral responsibility to take action to halt LD.Value: The empirical evidence provides a basis for policymakers to avoid stereotyping of land-users as ignorant of LD in conservation interventions, thus suggesting to consider possible other factors affecting farmers’ conservation behavior.
Effects of infliximab biosimilar on retinal microvasculature in Crohn’s disease patients evaluated by optical coherence tomography angiography
Authors: El Mazar Hesham M. , El Shayeb El sayed E. , Ebrahim Asmaa M. , Motawe Ayatullah S.A. , El-Ghoubashy Esraa S.
Published: January 2025

Objective

To compare the retinal microcirculation in Crohn’s disease cases under infliximab (IFX) biosimilar with controls that are age- and sex-matched in terms of disease severity.

Background

Crohn’s disease is a relapsing, remitting condition that affects the gastrointestinal tract. One approach to management is to use biological therapy.

Patients and methods

This cross-sectional case-control study was carried out at the outpatient clinic of the gastroenterology and hepatology departments of the Faculty of Medicine at Menofia University and was imaged at Shebin Elkom Ophthalmology Hospital. The study included 60 participants who were divided into three groups with no ophthalmologic history or symptoms.

Results

Regarding slit examination findings, within group A 14 (70%) cases had eye dryness, and six (30) had allergic keratoconjunctivitis; within group B 11 (55%) cases were normal, five (25%) cases showed dryness, and three (15%) had allergic keratoconjunctivitis; and there was anterior uveitis in one (5%) patient; in group C 10 (50%) patients were normal, seven (35%) patients showed dryness, and three (15%) had allergic keratoconjunctivitis. There was a significant increase in dryness and allergic keratoconjunctivitis within group A compared with groups B and C (P=0.04).

Conclusion

Our study concluded that patients with moderate to severe Crohn’s disease who received IFX biosimilar had higher eye dryness, allergic keratoconjunctivitis, and longer disease duration. Therefore, the use of IFX should be limited.
Two-year follow-up of posterior corneal elevation after small incision lenticule extraction for moderate myopia
Authors: Azzam Shaimaa M. , Shabana Reham R. , Elbedewy Hazem A.
Published: January 2025

Purpose

To assess the changes in the posterior corneal elevation two years after small incision lenticule extraction (SMILE) in patients with moderate myopia.

Methods

Total 35 patients (70 eyes) who underwent SMILE operation were included in this study. Posterior corneal elevation (PCE), the average posterior central elevation change (ΔPCE) were assessed by Pentacam images at 6 months and 2 years after surgery (January 2022–December 2023). Uncorrected and best corrected distance visual acuities (UCDVA and BCDVA), and manifest refraction spherical equivalent (MRSE) were evaluated. These data were compared to the preoperative ones.

Results

The safety and efficacy indices were 1.00±0.03 and 0.95±0.08, respectively. All the eyes were within ±1.00 D 2 years after surgery. In the sixth postoperative month, the mean PCE was 2.61±2.88 and the mean ΔPCE was 0.68±3.45. After 2 years of surgery, the mean PCE was 1.98±2.72, and the mean ΔPCE was 0.02±1.17. Thirty-five (50%) eyes showed +ve ΔPCE (foreword posterior corneal surface protrusion) at 6 months of surgery, 30 (85.7%) of them showed decreased positivity (posterior surface moved posteriorly), while five (14.3%) eyes of them remained stable 2 years after surgery.

Conclusion

SMILE procedure resulted in changes in the PCE. However, these changes remained stable and within the normal range for 2 years after surgery. SMILE can be considered as a safe procedure for moderate myopia for 2 years of observation.
Proposal for Modification and Clinical Adaptation of the ASEPSIS Wound Scoring System
Authors: Mba Uwakwe C. , Mba Sunday G. , Yiltok Simon J.
Published: January 2025

Abstract

Background:

The ASEPSIS wound score was developed to assess post-operative wound infections for use in clinical trials of antibiotic prophylaxis. It is an acronym representing the need for “Additional treatment, presence of Serous discharge, Erythema, Purulent discharge, Separation of deep tissues, Isolation of bacteria, and the duration of in-patient Stay.” It is a wound scoring system that uses the quantitative method of wound assessment to determine the quality of wound healing. It is very valuable but has some limitations. The aim of the study was to modify the scoring system to address the limitations that have been observed.

Materials and Methods:

This is a prospective longitudinal study on the outcome of post-Cesarean section wounds. The ASEPSIS wound score was modified with the addition of superficial separation of tissues, which was assigned half the numerical value of deep separation of tissues; “secondary surgical wound closure” added to the additional treatment; and wound inspection on two post-operative days for the collection of data.

Results:

A total of 132 pregnant women underwent delivery. There were 47 (35.6%) patients with varying percentages of wound separation. Forty-two (31.8%) patients had superficial wound separation, while five (3.8%) patients had deep separation. Wound dehiscence significantly influenced the modified ASEPSIS score (<0.001). There was a significantly prolonged hospital stay among patients with surgical wound dehiscence (<0.0001). Two patients required wound debridement and secondary surgical wound closure.

Conclusion:

The ASEPSIS wound scoring system is a valuable tool in the assessment of post-operative wounds. However, it has some limitations, prompting the modifications we thus proposed.
Association between Vitamin D Deficiency and Disease Severity in Bronchiectasis
Authors: Koralli Shankar G. , Acharya Shraddha , Kumar R. Deepak
Published: January 2025

Abstract

Background:

Bronchiectasis is a chronic respiratory condition characterized by irreversible bronchial dilation, leading to persistent cough, sputum production, and recurrent infections. Despite advancements in management, the severity and progression of the disease remain poorly understood.

Objectives:

This study investigates the association between Vitamin D deficiency and bronchiectasis severity, focusing on its impact on lung function, exacerbation rates, and radiological findings.

Materials and Methods:

This retrospective study reviewed medical records of adults (20–85 years) with confirmed bronchiectasis diagnosed via high-resolution computed tomography. Exclusions were patients with cystic fibrosis, traction bronchiectasis, autoimmune disorders, or those on vitamin D supplements. Serum vitamin D levels were measured, with levels <20 ng/mL indicating deficiency. Disease severity was assessed using the bronchiectasis severity index (BSI) and the Bhalla score. Lung function was evaluated through forced expiratory volume in 1 s (FEV1) and forced vital capacity.

Results:

The study included 50 patients (15 males and 35 females; median age = 55 years). The mean BSI was 7.0, the average Bhalla score was 17, and patients reported an average of three exacerbations per year. The median serum vitamin D level was 14.7 ng/mL, with 66% classified as deficient. A significant negative correlation between vitamin D levels and both the BSI (r = −0.56, P = 0.024 and the Bhalla score (r = −0.70, P = 0.040) was found.

Conclusion:

Vitamin D deficiency is significantly associated with increased severity of bronchiectasis. These findings suggest the need for further research into therapeutic interventions targeting vitamin D levels to improve patient outcomes.
Comparison of Serum Vitamin D Status in Critically ill and Non-critically ill Children and its Relationship with Illness Severity and Clinical Outcomes: A Case–Control Study
Authors: Enemuo Eziamaka J. , Obu Herbert A. , Nnakenyi Ifeyinwa D.
Published: January 2025

Abstract

Background:

The role of vitamin D in immune function is well-established in adults, but remains unclear in children.

Objectives:

We aimed to determine the prevalence of vitamin D deficiency in critically ill versus non-critically ill children and the correlation between vitamin D level with illness severity and clinical outcomes.

Materials and Methods:

This was a hospital-based, case–control study involving 35 critically ill and 35 non-critically ill children aged 1 month to 18 years. Serum Vitamin D levels were determined and categorized. Severity of illness of the critically ill group was classified based on calculated modified Sequential Organ Failure Assessment scores, and participants were followed-up until discharge or demise.

Results:

Median values of vitamin D levels in the critically ill (78.2 ng/mL) and the non-critically ill (60.3 ng/mL) were significantly different (P = 0.003). None of the children in both groups were found to be vitamin D–deficient. There was no significant correlation between vitamin D levels and severity of illness (P = 0.69). Children with overdose, non-toxic levels were less likely to die when compared with those in the optimal range of vitamin D, with odds ratio (95%CI) 0.05 (0.004–0.65).

Conclusion:

Serum vitamin D deficiency was uncommon in our cohort of critically ill children and was not related to severity of illness, mortality, or length of hospital stay. Although routine vitamin D assessment and supplementation has been proposed to boost the immune system of critically ill adults to help them recover faster, it may not be of added benefit in children.
A Case Report of Spondylodiscitis L4–5 Caused by Staphylococcus warneri
Authors: Anand S. Vijaya , Krishnakumar R. , Nair Deepa M.
Published: January 2025

Staphylococcus warneri is the Gram-positive coagulase-negative Staphylococcus. Spondylodiscitis caused by S. warneri is rare. Only a few cases have been reported in the literature. The presentation of spondylodiscitis by S. warneri is atypical. Usually, the patients present with chronic back pain mechanical in nature. Our case is a middle-aged man with a chronic dull aching back that improves well after surgery and antibiotic therapy.
PLUNC downregulates the expression of PD-L1 by inhibiting the interaction of DDX17/β-catenin in nasopharyngeal carcinoma
Authors: Feng Ranran , Guo Yilin , Chen Meilin , Tian Ziying , Liu Yijun , Jiang Su , Zhou Jieyu , Liu Qingluan , Li Xiayu , Xiong Wei , Shi Lei , Fan Songqing , Li Guiyuan , Zhang Wenling
Published: January 2025

Background: Nasopharyngeal carcinoma (NPC) is characterized by high programmed death-ligand 1 (PD-L1) expression and abundant infiltration of non-malignant lymphocytes, which renders patients potentially suitable candidates for immune checkpoint blockade therapies. Palate, lung, and nasal epithelium clone (PLUNC) inhibit the growth of NPC cells and enhance cellular apoptosis and differentiation. Currently, the relationship between PLUNC (as a tumor-suppressor) and PD-L1 in NPC is unclear.Methods: We collected clinical samples of NPC to verify the relationship between PLUNC and PD-L1. PLUNC plasmid was transfected into NPC cells, and the variation of PD-L1 was verified by western blot and immunofluorescence. In NPC cells, we verified the relationship of PD-L1, activating transcription factor 3 (ATF3), and β-catenin by western blot and immunofluorescence. Later, we further verified that PLUNC regulates PD-L1 through β-catenin. Finally, the effect of PLUNC on β-catenin was verified by co-immunoprecipitation (Co-IP).Results: We found that PLUNC expression was lower in NPC tissues than in paracancer tissues. PD-L1 expression was opposite to that of PLUNC. Western blot and immunofluorescence showed that β-catenin could upregulate ATF3 and PD-L1, while PLUNC could downregulate ATF3/PD-L1 by inhibiting the expression of β-catenin. PLUNC inhibits the entry of β-catenin into the nucleus. Co-IP experiments demonstrated that PLUNC inhibited the interaction of DEAD-box helicase 17 (DDX17) and β-catenin.Conclusions: PLUNC downregulates the expression of PD-L1 by inhibiting the interaction of DDX17/β-catenin in NPC.
Editorial: Libertas venditur
Authors: González-de-Requena-Farré Juan Antonio
Published: January 2025

Quizá no haya nada tan académico ―y academicista― como la cháchara autorreferente sobre la misión y destino de la universidad o como la diatriba autolacerante respecto a la decadencia y crisis del espíritu universitario. No obstante, ―recordaba Millas en su discurso de despedida de la UACh― existen situaciones límites, como la intervención de las universidades durante la Dictadura cívico-militar pinochetista o como el actual desastre financiero y administrativo de la Universidad Austral, que nos interpelan a tomar de nuevo la palabra o, al menos, no olvidar algunos detalles respecto a por qué hemos llegado a esta lamentable circunstancia y ...
A permanent EU investment fund to promote the green transition in light of EU fiscal rules
Authors: Heimberger Philipp , Lichtenberger Andreas
Published: January 2025

The Recovery and Resilience Facility (RRF), which was adopted to support economic recovery from the COVID-19 crisis, represents the first large-scale EU-wide investment initiative, including decarbonisation goals. Yet temporary RRF spending will not be sufficient to meet the climate targets in the coming decades. Meeting the investment needs will require additional public investment equivalent to at least 1 per cent of EU economic output per year to meet the 2030 and 2050 climate goals. The reform of EU fiscal rules does not enable a sufficient increase in public investment at the national level. Therefore, what is needed is the establishment of a permanent EU climate and energy investment fund to finance public investment. This fund could greatly enhance European sovereignty when it comes to ensuring strategic green investment at the required scale. National budgets of EU member states would be substantially relieved, allowing governments to take an important step in the green transition while making it more realistic to comply with EU fiscal rules.
Emprendimiento Universitario para la Generación de Progreso Económico y Social: Un Estudio de Caso de la Ciudad De Barranquilla
Authors: López-Arellano Hernán , Arias-Vargas Francisco Javier
Published: January 2025

El propósito de este artículo es analizar las estrategias pedagógicas implementadas por las Escuelas de Negocios ubicadas en la ciudad de Barranquilla (Colombia) para promover el emprendimiento universitario en sus estudiantes y, de esta manera, contribuir al crecimiento económico y desarrollo social de la región caribe colombiana. El estudio explora las metodologías empleadas por tres universidades de Barranquilla para transferir competencias emprendedoras a sus estudiantes, con el propósito de impulsar el desarrollo de modelos de negocio nuevos e innovadores en la costa norte colombiana. Los hallazgos muestran que los estudiantes adquieren habilidades emprendedoras a través de una combinación de cursos obligatorios y electivos diseñados para promover la generación de emprendimientos con impacto social y económico en una de las regiones más dinámicas del país. Se optó por un diseño metodológico cualitativo, empleando el estudio de caso como estrategia principal en combinación con entrevistas semiestructuradas y análisis de contenido de documentos relevantes para la investigación. A partir de la información recopilada, se identificaron cuatro categorías principales: competencias para el pensamiento estratégico, competencias comunicativas, competencias en emprendimiento y ecosistema empresarial. Los resultados revelan que las universidades emplean diferentes enfoques teóricos y métodos similares para desarrollar y transferir las competencias emprendedoras en sus estudiantes, para promover el emprendimiento universitario.
Hermoza Castro, Maruja. Las medidas cautelares en el proceso contencioso administrativo: análisis comparado entre el derecho peruano y español. Lima: Asociación Civil Derecho y Sociedad, 2024
Authors: Blas Camasca Anaclaudia Solange
Published: January 2025

La obra, publicada en septiembre de 2024, fue escrita por Maruja Hermoza Castro, doctora en Derecho Administrativo Iberoamericano por la Universidad de A Coruña, España, y magíster en Derecho Público con mención en Derecho Administrativo y Regulatorio por la Universidad de Piura. Además, la autora ha sido pasante en la Escuela Nacional de la Magistratura de Francia. Actualmente es juez superior de la Corte Superior de Justicia de Lima.
breve referencia a la nueva regulación de la exención fiscal de la indemnización por despido
Authors: Vila Tierno Francisco , Sánchez-Archidona Hidalgo Guillermo
Published: January 2025

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Investigation of the usage of plasma systems in the field of environmental engineering
Authors: Tongur Süheyla , Zambak Şule Büşra
Published: January 2025

In the study; It is planned to design a plasma jet reactor that allows liquid (water) purification at atmospheric pressure for the first time in our country, and to investigate to what extent it will contribute to the treatment. The study is important in terms of investigating the usability of plasma systems, which is an innovative technology, in the field of environmental engineering and contributing to the literature. In the light of literature research, it is observed that studies in the field of plasma systems and environmental engineering are generally aimed at color removal. In the literature, the removal efficiencies of Methylene Blue (MB), Methyl Orange (MO), Congo Red (KK)) are mostly compared as model dyes. Argon feed gas is generally used in the studies. When the direct treatment results are evaluated for three different dyes at 20 and 30 min treatment times, it is observed that high removal efficiencies such as MB 95%, MO 97%, KK 86% are obtained as a result of 20 min treatment. As a result; In our study, the usability of the atmospheric plasma system, which is a new technology in the field of water treatment in our country, was evaluated, inspired by the studies on the usability of plasma technology in water treatment in the world.
Features of design and development of children's countryside recreation camp
Authors:   Kazan State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering, Belonogova Kristina A.
Published: January 2025

Issues in children’s health protection, education and all-round development are given much attention around the world. These issues tend to be addressed comprehensively at all levels of the state system. Children’s recreation camps and the systems of such camps are undergoing modernization in accordance with current trends and needs. During the Soviet period, the main type of children’s recreation facilities was “Pioneer” summer camps. Current trends in this area are different, but 50% of the modern camps are of the “Pioneer” camp type or occupy the sites of former camps. The article examines modern trends in the spatial design and plan of children's camps, reviews regulatory documents and guidelines, and overviews international and domestic experiences in children's camp design and planning. A classification of children's camps is suggested, and camp planning features are identified.
Architectural appearance and preservation of the identity of historic center quarters: the case of Gorshechnaya Sloboda in Kazan)
Authors:   Kazan State University of Architecture and Engineering., Afanasyeva Elena A.
Published: January 2025

The article examines problems associated with changes to the architectural appearance and preservation of the identity of a historic urban center using as an example the reconstruction of the former Gorshechnaya Sloboda in Kazan (a fragment bounded by the streets Shchapova, Nekrasova, Butlerova, Mayakovskya, and Pushkina). Stages and specifics features in the development of this area throughout the 18th-20th century are outlined. Changes to the architectural appearance and components of the area’s identity were surveyed in the field and studied by methods of retrospective and urban planning analysis. The contents of the area’s local identity were established through description of the physical natural components (terrain and landscaping); man-made components (architecture and planning); and intangible components (prevailing types of activity, significant events and personalities, and toponyms). The surviving and lost components of the Gorshechnaya Sloboda identity were revealed by comparative analysis of data from the Russian, Soviet and modern periods. The results of the study are compared with the modern model of Kazan’s historical settlement identity. The contribution of the former Gorshechnaya Sloboda to the preservation Kazan’s historic center identity is determined.
Examining the development potential of the masterplan for the V.P. Sysoev "Priamursky" zoo
Authors:   Pacific National University, Sleptsova Olesya A. , Savkova Natalya V. ,   Pacific National University
Published: January 2025

We have studied the territory and structure of the zoo located in the suburbs of Khabarovsk on the site of the former children’s summer camp. The main focus is on the analysis of the current layout, problems with the architectural environment, and proposals for re-zoning and renovation. The facility presents a disorganized structure for keeping animals in captivity and requires significant improvements. Visitor profiles have been studied, and possible architectural solutions to increase the commercial attractiveness of the zoo are being examined. A master plan proposal has been developed in cooperation with the V.P.Sysoev Priamursky Zoo, including recommendations how to optimize the use of the territory in order to attract larger audiences and improve animal wellbeing conditions. The study and the project proposal emphasize the importance of an integrated approach to the renovation of the facility in order to achieve scientific and educational goals.
Principles of organization of the digital communication environment in the kindergarten interior
Authors:   Belgorod State Technological University, Tikunova Svetlana V. , Shcheblykina Irina V. ,   Belgorod State Technological University, Sheremet Alena A. ,   Belgorod State Technological University, Chekhonadskikh Nadezhda N. ,   Belgorod State Technological University
Published: January 2025

Digitalization in the new millennium has naturally covered all spheres of human social activity: as a child grows up, media resources are becoming not only a means of obtaining information, but also a tool of social interaction. The educational system in Russia is currently in the process of transition from traditional methods of organizing educational activities to innovative methods with the active introduction of interactive technologies. Despite a number of objective problems, such as the relatively high cost of modernization, the lack of qualified teachers, and, for the most part, the lack of an interdisciplinary approach to the organization of the environment as a whole, the use of digital technologies is regarded as an important factor in the development of education, including preschool. In practical terms, digitalization involves creating an environment that meets the needs of the younger generation, including specialized technical equipment for educational institutions. We consider principles that underlie the design of interior spaces in kindergartens of a new format with the use of digital equipment allowing for current trends in the design of such institutions.
Differentiation of design solutions according to architectural and artistic criteria
Authors:   Penza State University of Architecture and Construction, Ziyatdinov Zufar Z.
Published: January 2025

The paper proposes a classification of buildings and structures into levels by the criterion of whether their design solutions contain such architectural and artistic qualities as architectural idea, artistic image and integrity of architectural composition. In total, four levels of construction have been identified. At the lower first level, the utilitarian-functional approach prevails, where the shell of the building body strictly follows the function and carries no artistic meaning. The second level is decoration or embellishment, when patterns, mantles and decor are superimposed on the object. At the next level, work concerns the form: the exterior express the units or program, cantilevered spaces, offset volumes (left-right, up-down, forward-inwards), various surface finishes. The highest level is when the volume conveys an architectural idea, an artistic idea, and all the composition techniques and means work to reveal it.