bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Phenomenological Study of Fatherlessness in the Lives of Daughters
Authors: Pratiwi Mutia Rahmi , Yusriana Amida , Poernomo Moudy
Published: October 2024

In a family, both the mother and father’s roles are equally important. A father's role goes beyond being the breadwinner or the head of the family; he is also expected to play a complete role in supporting a child's development and sharing responsibilities with the mother as a wife. When a father doesn't fulfill his role effectively, the issue of "fatherless" arises in the family, which has long-term impacts on the child, including a daughter's perception of her future life partner. Previous research has shown that the absence of a father's role at home (fatherlessness) can influence how a child interacts and shapes a child's preferences in choosing a partner or determining their romantic relationships. This study, employing phenomenology and in-depth interviews with four female informants who have experienced fatherlessness, draws on family communication, attachment theory, penetration theory, and gender role theory. The research findings highlight that the experience of fatherlessness becomes a major communication barrier, affecting the informants in initiating romantic relationships. Respondents express difficulties in trusting and maintaining open communication with close friends. They state that disappointment in their father figure leads them to seek a partner to fulfill their psychological needs related to the missing fatherly figure. The study also confirms factors influencing the perceptions of fatherless daughters in choosing life partners, including a father's involvement in child-rearing, healthy communication between father and child, traumatic experiences, and current parent-child communication relationships. This research can serve as a reference for further studies interested in examining family communication from the perspective of the father's role and the communication between daughters and their fathers.
Regional Integration and The Myanmar Crisis: Navigating The Delicate Balance Between Human Rights and Non-Interference Policy In ASEAN
Authors: Iannone Aniello , Konchanan Vatanya , Wiryawan Bangkit A.
Published: October 2024

Southeast Asian countries are currently grappling with a significant rise in authoritarianism within the region. In this context, the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) is expected to play a pivotal role in safeguarding peace and prosperity throughout the region. However, the Myanmar crisis has exposed a deep fracture within ASEAN. The stability and tranquillity that have characterised at some times the ASEAN region are now severely threatened. The full-scale civil war in Myanmar, which originated from the coup d'état in 2021 following a protracted period of internal strife and the marginalisation of the Rohingya population, is not an isolated incident. Instances of conflict and coup d'états persist across ASEAN. For example, the 2014 coup in Thailand, the chronic crackdown in Cambodia and Vietnam, the tensions around the South China Sea, and the growing separatist movement in Papua illustrate the volatile policy landscape within ASEAN. This work's main objective is to address whether ASEAN should consider reforming its mechanisms, with particular attention to its no-interference policy. This paper relies on desk-based research, entailing a thorough review and analysis of the literature on ASEAN's political history. The study employs a critical literature review approach with a historical perspective on regionalism within ASEAN. By utilising the advanced constructivist theory concerning the concept of norms, this article analyses the repercussions of steadfastly adhering to certain norms, explicitly focusing on the principle of non-interference.
Implementation of Indonesian Flag for Electricity Standards on Non-Conventional Vessel at Palipi Harbor
Authors: Tona Tasdik , Nurwahidah Nurwahidah
Published: October 2024

This research aims to analyze the current level of application of electricity standards on Indonesian-flagged non-convention ships by Gross Tonnage (GT 7-35), identify the obstacles faced in implementing electricity standards on Indonesian-flag non-convention ships by Gross Tonnage (GT 7-35) and how to make efforts in increasing the application of electrical standards on Indonesian-flagged non-convention ships by Gross Tonnage (GT 7-35). The research method used is a qualitative method with data collection techniques involving observation, documentation, and interviews with related parties. The data analysis technique used is qualitative descriptive analysis. The results show that the electrical condition of non-convention ships varies greatly depending on factors such as ship type, ship size, and the level of maintenance performed. The constraints faced in the implementation of electrical standards on Indonesian-flagged non-convention ships by Gross Tonnage (GT 7-35) are limited resources, understanding and awareness, changes in technology and regulations, and lack of routine maintenance and inspections; and collaboration between authorities, ship owners, and ship crews has not been maximized in the implementation of electrical standards, as well as the absence of training programs or resources offered by related parties to improve understanding and skills related to ship electricity.
The Effect of Air Injection for Formation of Radicals in Liquid Glow Discharge Plasma Electrolysis with K2SO4 Solution
Authors: Harianingsih Harianingsih , Rengga Woro Dyah Pita , Kusumaningrum Maharani , Imani Nadya Alfa Cahaya , Saksono Nelson , Zakaria Zainal
Published: October 2024

Glow discharge is part of the phenomenon of plasma formation on the electrode side in contact with the electrolyte solution and begins with an electrolysis reaction with direct electric current. In this research, 0.02 M K2SO4 electrolyte was used, the anode in the form of tungsten and stainless steel for the cathode in a direct current plasma electrolysis reactor. The phenomenon of plasma formation is explained using a strong current and voltage characteristic curve. There are three plasma formation zones: the ohmic zone, the transition zone and the glow discharge plasma zone. Air injection affects the formation of glow discharge plasma and radicals. Without the injection of air, radicals formed only •OH, •H and •O with emission intensities of 20012 a.u, 10121 a.u and 10245 a.u. Air injection 0.8 L men-1 produced radicals •OH, •N, •N2*, •N2+, •H and •O with emission intensities of 30863a.u, 20139 a.u, 28540 a.u, 18023 a.u, 12547 a.u and 49800 a.u. Many radicals are generated when the plasma reaches stability. The plasma is dominated by H2O ionization, and the plasma is more stable if formed in the gas phase. Other results from this research at 0 L men-1, 0.2 L men-1, 0.4 L men-1 and 0.8 L men-1 stable plasma were formed at 675 V, 660 V, 650 V and 650 V. The plasma that can be seen from the bright light, the injection of air accelerates the formation of a gas envelope to reduce energy.
The Photocatalytic Activity of TiO2 Nanotube Doped Zn for Methylene Blue Degradation
Authors: Nursanto Eduardus Budi
Published: October 2024

TiO2 nanotube (TiO2-NT) is one of the promising materials for photocatalytic water remediation. TiO2-NT doped Zn (Zn/TiO2-NT) is synthesized from P25 Degussa via one step hydrothermal method. From XRD and UV-DRS analysis, it showed that Zn as a doping material led to decrease band gap energy and decrease the crystallite size. The best results obtained was Zn/TiO2-NT with a crystallite size of 7.14 nm, and band gap energy value of 3.18 eV. Photocatalytic activity of Zn/TiO2-NT was also tested for photocatalytic activity of textile dye (methylene blue) degradation.  During the photocatalytic activity for methylene blue degradation, the Zn/TiO2-NT shows higher activity compared to non-doped sample. The non-doped sample shows degradation activity of 87.72%, meanwhile the Zn/TiO2-NT shows degradation activity of 95.88%.
Re-differentiation of Human Articular Chondrocytes Is Not Enhanced by a Rotary Bioreactor System
Authors: Barlič Ariana , Kregar-Velikonja N.
Published: October 2024

ACI is the most widely used cell-based surgical procedure for the repair of articular cartilage defects. The method is based on in vitro chondrocyte cultivation. Two different culture conditions, rotating-wall-vessel bioreactor and static culture, were assessed by their effect on the re-differentiation potential of human articular chondrocytes seeded into a hydrogel scaffold. Gene expression analysis of the tissue-engineered construct revealed no significant difference between the tested systems.
Influence of COX-2-Induced PGE2 on the Initiation and Progression of Tail Regeneration in Northern House Gecko, Hemidactylus flaviviridis
Authors: Sharma Priyamka , Suresh B.
Published: October 2024

We investigated the role of prostaglandin E2 in reptilian regeneration. Prostaglandin E2 is known to play a vital role during wound healing and cell proliferation. A significant delay in the rate of growth of regenerate after autotomy was observed when the production of prostaglandin E2 was blocked by usage of specific cyclooxygenase inhibitors as compared to control animals and this delay continued to all the defined stages of regeneration. Therefore, prostaglandin E2 could be one of the essential requirements for a successful process of regeneration.
Nucleolar Localization of Upstream Binding Factor in HeLa Cells Depends on rRNA Synthesis Activities
Authors: He J. , Xu W. , Tao Wei
Published: October 2024

During Pol I-mediated rRNA synthesis, UBF plays a key role in transcription. Numerous localization studies provided, however, rather divergent results with regard to its presence in either of the two structural nucleolar subcompartments, FC and DFC. These observations suggest different roles of UBF within nucleoli. In order to expand our knowledge in this respect, we have performed the ultrastructural localization of UBF and DNA in HeLa cell nucleoli and complemented it with mapping DNA/RNA hybrids, which testify for the presence of newly synthesized rRNA. With immunogold UBF mapping, the results fell, depending on the type of nucleoli, basically into two categories. In nucleoli exhibiting one, or at most a few, large FC, UBF molecules were mapped mainly into FC. Such nucleoli are known to possess lower activity in rRNA synthesis. In the second category of reticulated nucleoli with many tiny FCs, which are characterized by high rRNA gene transcription, the gold particles were enriched mainly in DFC/FC borders and DFC. The established differential localization of UBF in nucleoli of HeLa cells thus has a functional meaning. It reflects both the level of rRNA synthesis activities and the architectural role of UBF in nucleoli of these cells.
Dostępność transportu publicznego w wybranych średniej wielkości miastach Pomorza Środkowego
Authors: Szłapacki Wojciech
Published: October 2024

Artykuł dotyczy dostępności transportu publicznego w wybranych średniej wielkości miastach Pomorza Środkowego. Systemy transportowe zostały scharakteryzowane na podstawie wskaźników dostępności infrastruktury liniowej i punktowej transportu zbiorowego obliczonych przy wykorzystaniu danych statystycznych oraz porównane z zastosowaniem metody sum standaryzowanych wartości. Przeprowadzono analizy przestrzenne badające strefy dojścia do przystanków w kontekście rozmieszczenia ludności i częstotliwości kursowania pojazdów. Wykorzystano do tego środowisko GIS oraz warstwy wektorowe pozyskane z baz danych przestrzennych. Oceniono także ekonomiczną dostępność transportu publicznego.
Improving peripheral artery disease screening and treatment: a screening, diagnosis, and treatment tool for use across multiple care settings
Authors: Rudd Kelly M. , Roberts Kristie K. , Hamilton Cooper M.
Published: October 2024

Peripheral artery disease (PAD) is an atherosclerotic disease that contributes to significant morbidity and mortality, including loss of limb, myocardial infarction (MI), stroke, and death. Treatment options are often underutilized. A major limiting factor in PAD care is the ability to efficiently identify and screen at-risk patients. A PAD patient screening and clinician decision support tool was created to improve access to high-quality, evidence-based care to drive improved clinical outcomes. The tool identifies known PAD risk factors and presenting symptoms, in combination with objective data obtained via the ankle-brachial index (ABI). The tool utilizes this data to drive PAD diagnosis, risk assessment, and treatment, and it is adaptable across multiple care settings, by varied health professions. The implementation of a PAD screening and treatment toolkit enhances anticoagulation and PAD stewardship, and it has been integrated into use across various care settings.
Reclaiming and Unlocking Ancient Heritage Knowledge from Ethiopia’s Ancient Cultural Heritages
Authors: Haile Gezae
Published: October 2024

The purpose of this paper is to reclaim and unlock heritage knowledge related to the secular value of time and labor from a sample Ethiopian ancient Ge’ez parchment manuscript. We claim that Ethiopia’s ancient Ge’ez parchment manuscripts could be a source of heritage knowledge if systematically studied. We conducted an extensive and intensive survey to identify and select relevant ancient Ge’ez parchment manuscripts from ancient churches and monasteries in Tigray, Ethiopia. We selected one Ge’ez parchment manuscript for content analysis related to secular value time and another Ge’ez parchment manuscript for the secular value of labor and work ethics. Content analysis and interpretation including language translation from Ge’ez to Tigrinya and English was used as a method of heritage knowledge extraction, as were unlocking approaches from the selected sample Ge’ez parchment manuscripts. Digital content was also produced in order to have access to the digital content, which facilitates further content analysis. A critical evaluation of the physical condition of the sample manuscripts including their palaeography, folios, marginalia, and provenance was made in order to establish their relative age and credibility. From our content analysis, we extract and unlock valuable information and heritage knowledge domains related to the secular value of time and labor. The striking aspect in this study is that the sources of such heritage knowledge are the ancient Ge’ez manuscripts preserved for centuries in religious institutions like ancient churches and monasteries. These sources of heritage knowledge could be easily accepted by Christian farmers to address and solve their earthly problems. We, therefore, assert that the analysis of manuscripts democratizes access to knowledge, making historical collections accessible to a broader audience. Therefore, this current research paper extends the scope of previous studies from merely identifying preservation challenges and making ancient manuscripts accessible through digitization to conducting content analysis, unlocking relevant heritage knowledge domains, and disseminating the knowledge as well as preventing the loss of valuable heritage knowledge. Finally, we suggest making a paradigm shift from preserving heritage for its own sake to focusing on heritage knowledge transfer and education. This is mainly because we currently stand at a crossroads, facing a dilemma between valuing and utilizing heritage on one hand and ensuring its sustainable preservation on the other.
Crystal structure of 72,73,75,76-tetrafluoro-25,44-dimethyl-31,33,36,38-tetraoxo-31,32,33,36,37,38-hexahydro-3(2,7)-benzo[lmn][3,8]phenanthrolina-1,5(4,1)-dipyridin-1-iuma-2,4(1,2),7(1,4)-tribenzenacyclooctaphane-11,51-diium hexafluoridophosphate, [C46H28F4N4O4][PF6]2, a dicationic cyclophane
Authors: Wang Xiuteng , Wei Wei
Published: October 2024

C46H28F16N4O4P2, monoclinic, P21/n (no. 14), a = 9.3041(2) Å, b = 22.4679(5) Å, c = 19.9446(3) Å, β = 98.154(2)°, V = 4,127.14(14) Å3, Z = 4, Rgt
(F) = 0.0478, wRref
(F
2) = 0.1411, T = 173(2) K.
Sodium carbonate pulping of oil palm empty fruit bunches for paperboard production
Authors: Rahmi DN Muslimatul , Fatriasari Widya , Wistara Nyoman J.
Published: October 2024

This study investigated the use of sodium carbonate pulping in oil palm empty fruit bunch (OPEFB) pulp production for paperboard manufacturing. The pulping varying the active alkali (AA) (4.5 %, 6.5 %, 8.5 %), NaOH fraction (F) (10 %, 20 %, 30 %), and cooking time (T) (30′, 60′, 90′). The performance was evaluated based on screened pulp yield, kappa number, and delignification selectivity. Furthermore, the functional groups, S/G ratio, and morphological structure of the optimum pulp were observed. The tensile and tear indices of the OPEFB pulp paperboard were also measured. The results suggest sodium carbonate pulping at a low chemical dose successfully produced OPEFB pulp. Based on the highest delignification selectivity value of 12.74, the most effective pulping conditions were achieved with AA-6.5 %, F-30 %, and T-90′. The optimum OPEFB pulp analysis revealed a decrease in lignin proportion with the dominant degradation of the syringyl unit. Thus, the fibers are easily separable during mechanical treatment. These characteristics influenced the paperboard, resulting high tensile and tear indices of 7.90–8.15 Nm g−1 and 15.09–16.25 mN m2 g−1, respectively. Overall, this study demonstrated the potential of sodium carbonate pulping to produce high-quality pulp and paperboard from OPEFBs, highlighting the thoroughness of the research process in the pulp and paper manufacturing field.
A Comparative Study on the Statuta of the Medieval University of Arezzo and the Regulations of Isan Seowon
Authors:   Institute of Korean Cultural Studies Yeungnam University, Kim Kukjin
Published: October 2024

This article seeks to examine the potential for specific case studies that compare medieval European universities with Seowon of the Joseon Dynasty, emphasizing that despite temporal and spatial disparities, these institutions share certain educational similarities. This study examines how the official regulations of educational institutions reflect their structure and operation by analyzing the Statuti of the Medieval University of Arezzo, established in the early 13th century, alongside the regulations of Isan Seowon of Joseon, founded in 1559. The analysis identifies specific similarities and differences between these institutions, which originated in entirely disparate cultural contexts. Both institutions feature similar compositions, including administrators, students, and support staff. However, there are variations in the detailed aspects of these compositions according to their historical contexts. A further point of similarity is the emphasis on mutual respect and honor among members, which derives from the institutions' role as spaces for learning. However, there are notable differences in economic provisions. The University of Arezzo's regulations include specific penalties for various infractions and procedures for tuition collection, while the Isan Seowon regulations lack direct references to financial issues. This discrepancy is attributed to differences in the facilities and operational forms of the two educational settings. Nevertheless, the overall framework of the regulations clearly articulates the educational objectives of both the University of Arezzo and Isan Seowon.
Educators in the Formative Periods of Medieval Universities and Korean Seowon: A Comparative Historical Study
Authors:   Institute of Korean Cultural Studies Yeungnam University, Lee Woojin
Published: October 2024

This study compares two traditional higher education institutions: the medieval university in Europe and the Korean seowon. By examining their formative backgrounds and key educators’ activities, we aimed to explore the universal aspects of Korean seowon while identifying its unique characteristics.
Our analysis reveals three commonalities in the formative backgrounds: efforts to overcome existing educational limitations, adoption of new knowledge frameworks, and responses to socio-economic changes. Differences include founding entities, political contexts, educational objectives, and institutional nature.
In key educators’ activities, we observed four universal trends: innovative educational methodologies, systematic curricula establishment, reinterpretation of academic traditions, and formation of scholarly schools. Differences were found in educational content, target audience, and institutional approaches, reflecting specific societal contexts.
The study concludes that while both institutions evolved uniquely within their socio-cultural contexts, they shared universal characteristics as educational institutions. This research contributes to our understanding of educational development across cultures and may inform contemporary approaches to higher education reform.
A Comparison of Education Method and Evaluation of Seowon of the Song Dynasty and University of Medieval Europe
Authors:   Institute of Korean Cultural Studies Yeungnam University, Liu Heyan
Published: October 2024

Seowon in the Song Dynasty of China had implemented mainly around the Script of Confucianism for the education level and it valued for cultivating ethical descipline and humanities spirits for students. For the education method, Seowon had undertaken various types of lecturing, self-discipline, discussion and so forth, and it encouraged students to think independently and assert their creativeness. In addition, Seowon checked the learning outcome of students for ordinary testing for creative writing of poetry and literature and interpretation of scripts. Although such an evaluation method is relatively isolated, it would rather measure the level of finding out and depth of understanding on the Script of Confucianism for students in effective ways. The education and test evaluation style of universities of medieval Europe has certain different characteristics. The education of universities was comprised with the contents of specialized knowledge, such as, theology, law, medicine and so forth, and for the methodology, it placed even more value on developing the logic, inference and theoretical capability. For the test evaluation, in addition to the conventional written test, comprehensive talent, skill and practical application capability were assessed of students through the types of verbal test, pleading and so on. Besides, the test of medieval Europe has close relations to the ‘degree’. Such a diversified evaluation method was effective in entirely evaluating the learning outcome and potential of students. The education method and evaluation type are main composition elements of the education process that, with respect to the education affairs, the development and changes have profound influence. The education and evaluation types of Seowon in the Song Dynasty and university of medieval Europe have certain limitations, but the series of education idea system and method among them have generality and value rather, and with respect to the contemporary education, it displays important points of implication to make references.

在宋代书院中, 教学以儒家经典为主, 注重培养学⽣的道德修养和人文精神. 教 学方法上, 书院采用讲授、自学、讨论等多种形式, ⿎励学⽣独⽴思考和创新. 考核 方面, 书院通常通过诗文创作、经典解读等方式来检验学⽣的学习成果. 虽然这种 评价方式相对单一, 但它却能有效地评估学⽣对儒家经典的掌握程度和理解深度. 欧 洲中世纪⼤学的教学及考核评价形式则呈现出不同的特点. ⼤学的教学内容以神学、 法学和医学等专业知识为主, 教学方法上更加注重逻辑推理和思辨能⼒的培养. 考核 评价方面, 除了传统的笔试外, 还引⼊了⼝试、辩论等形式, 以检验学⽣的综合素质 和实际应用能⼒. 此外, 中世纪⼤学的考核还与学位紧密相关. 这种多样化的评价方 式有助于全面评估学⽣的学习成果和潜⼒. 教学方法和评价形式是教学过程中的重 要组成部分, 它们的发展和变革对教学工作有着深远的影响. 宋代书院和欧洲中世纪 ⼤学的教学及评价形式虽然有其局限性, 但其中的一些教学思想、制度和方法却具 有普适性和价值, 对现代教育仍然具有重要的启⽰和借鉴意义.
Intergenerational Contact between In-laws: focusing on the Roh Sang-chu Family and the Haeju Chung Family
Authors:   Institute of Korean Cultural Studies Yeungnam University, Park Mee Hae
Published: October 2024

This study is based on the diaries of Roh Sang-chu (1746-1829), a military officer in the late Joseon Dynasty, and shows the intergenerational contact between Gyeongju Roh and Haeju Jeong in the 18th century. In addition to the common history of being a military department for generations, the two families had been connected since their ancestors through academic and regional ties, and through the marriage of descendants of the two families, relations between in-laws were established and maintained. The three main factors of the two families contact are as follows in terms of academic ties, social relation capital, emotional empathy and ritual mutual aid. First, the two families lived in the Seonsan area of Gyeongsangbuk-do and responded together to local issues, including the restoration of ancestral tribute and the reconstruction of Seowon, based on their academic ties with the Yeongnam Sarim faction. Second, Noh Sang-chu was able to obtain information about examinations and government life from his Haeju Jeong in-laws, who were former and current military officials, and the social relation capital he built up with the Chungs provided him with additional motivation and guidance to become military life. Third, there was an emotional consensus among the members of the two families to share their leisure and cultural activities. Fourth, Roh and Chung's in-laws attended each other's mourning ceremonies, consoled each other, and helped with various Confucian wedding and funeral rites to complete the ritual. By analysing the intergenerational contact between the Roh and Jeong families in the 18th century, this study highlights the importance of the study of in-laws, which has been neglected in the academic field, and shows that in-laws in the Yangban families of the Chosun Dynasty were very close emotionally and mentally.
Changes of the common property of Village Faith according to Urban Planning in Seoul area
Authors:   Institute of Korean Cultural Studies Yeungnam University, Lee Dong Ah
Published: October 2024

This paper is a study on the change of village faith common property by urban planning. Urban planning includes physical, economic, and social planning. Changes in village beliefs focused on the influx of foreigners and changes in the local economy, focusing on changes caused by 'urbanization'.
Joint property is joint ownership, and village faith joint property should be understood as the concept of 'overall ownership' among the classifications of joint ownership. Joint ownership is a form of joint ownership of one object by multiple people with two or more people, and overall ownership is jointly owned, used, and disposed of. Community property of village beliefs is property owned by the village community in order to transmit village beliefs, and is classified as material, social, and intellectual property.
The development of Seoul by urban space planning can be divided into three stages. The first stage was in the 1960s and 1970s when basic infrastructure was built. The second stage was in the 1980s and 1990s, when urban improvement and beautification policies were implemented. The third stage is the 2000-2020s, when underdeveloped areas were maintained and regenerated.
The change in common property due to urban planning was examined by dividing physical, social, and intellectual common property. The change in material common property is the movement of the village faith space. The change in social common property is the reconstruction of the transmission community. Intellectual common property is undergoing the weakening and privatization of transmission knowledge.
Whole-of-Nation Innovation
Authors: Groenewegen-Lau Jeroen
Published: October 2024

China wants to become a science, technology, and manufacturing superpower by upgrading and modernizing its industrial base and concentrating the nation’s innovation resources around strategic priorities. However, it is difficult for the state to integrate innovation resources because of the gap separating universities and research organizations from industry, which impedes the translation of scientific output into technological prowess. By contrast, Beijing has been much more successful at directing industrial development. As a result, achieving a modernized industrial base is now the dominant framework for Chinese policymakers as they pursue technological self-reliance.
The Accelerator State
Authors: Brown Alexander
Published: October 2024

China is creating an “accelerator state” through a multi-layered system to identify and fast track the growth of high-tech SMEs in strategic sectors. Certified high-tech SMEs enjoy unique advantages, most notably privileged access to public and private financing. An analysis of the “Little Giants” program—a central feature of the accelerator state—proves that selected firms are indeed benefiting from enhanced financing. The study also reveals flaws in its selection process. The implications for foreign actors are significant. The accelerator state aims to replace imports in key value chains, which poses a direct challenge to foreign firms. The blurred lines between state support and market forces in the scheme also make it more difficult for foreign governments to track distortionary practices and enforce fair competition.
Because You Can’t
Authors: Gashi Erjona
Published: October 2024

This autoethnographic project explores my familial context regarding the concepts of covering and narrative inheritance. According to Yoshino, “to cover is to tone down a disfavored identity to fit into the mainstream.”1 On the other hand, narrative inheritance refers to stories given to children by and about family members. The stories we inherit within the family provide us with a framework to understand our identities through our forebears. In talking about what we inherit narratively, we achieve a sense of completion and fulfillment.2 All the narratives included in this article render pivotal moments in my family history of truth omission and distortion, which, in hindsight, began to predominate my family’s communication style in the wake of my mother’s death in October 2003. Utilizing creative autoethnographic narratives to investigate covering in the context of my narrative inheritance, I attempt to fill in the holes that I have come across examining my family history and unpacking my identity, and to piece together family silences and secrets. In doing so, I aim to fulfill my narrative inheritance and illuminate ways that secrets can breed tension in family relationships, disorient our identities, and disrupt our lives. I hope that providing this evocative account can foster better understanding of how members of a family present values, restrain identity, constitute communication styles, and negotiate family culture by engaging in patterns of covering.
Quality Indicators of Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography in Korea
Authors: Kim Ki-Hyun , Chon Hyung Ku , Song Tae Jun , Ahn Dong Won , Lee Eaum Seok , Lee Yun Nah , Lee Yoon Suk , Jeon Tae Joo , Park Chang Hwan , Cho Kwang Bum , Lee Dong Wook , Park Jin-Seok , Yoon Seung Bae , Chung Kwang Hyung , Lee Jin , Choi Miyoung
Published: October 2024

Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) is a procedure that requires abundant clinical experience and endoscopic skills, and can lead to various complications, some of which may progress to life-threatening conditions. With expanding indications and technological advancements, ERCP is widely utilized, enhancing procedural accessibility. However, without proper quality management, the procedure can pose significant risks. Quality management in ERCP is essential to ensure safe and successful procedures and meet societal demands for improved healthcare competitiveness. To address these concerns, the Korean Pancreatobiliary Association has developed a Korean-specific ERCP quality indicator reflecting domestic medical environments and realities. Initially, based on a review of foreign ERCP quality indicators and related literatures, key questions were formulated for five preprocedural items, three intra-procedural items, and four post-procedural items. Descriptions and recommendations for each item were selected through peer evaluation. The developed Korean-specific ERCP quality indicator was reviewed by external experts based on the latest evidence and consensus in this fields. This Korean-specific indicator is expected to significantly contribute to improving ERCP quality in Korea, as it is tailored to local needs.
Endoclip-Assisted Cannulation for a Hidden Duodenal Papilla: Three Cases
Authors: Jung Il Soon , Kim Ki Bae , Lee Jun Su , Han Joung-Ho , Park Seon Mee
Published: October 2024

Selective cannulation during endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography can be particularly challenging when the papilla is invisible, either due to an intradiverticular papilla (IDP) or because it is covered by a mucosal fold. Endoclipassisted cannulation is an effective and safe technique for everting and fixing the papilla and it can be used alone or in combination with other devices. In this report, we achieved successful papillary cannulation in two cases of IDP and one case where the papilla was covered by a mucosal fold. In two cases, cannulation was accomplished by repositioning the invisible papilla using an endoclip alone, while in one case, we used an endoclip-assisted technique to push a redundant fold with a catheter. Endoclipassisted papillary cannulation can be applied in different situations, either alone or in combination with other devices.
Gender Inhibits Embodiment for Intersexuality and in Te Ao Māori
Authors: Stirling Rogena
Published: October 2024

An important worldview in traditional cultures, especially within te ao Māori (the Māori worldview), is that embodiment concerns personhood and relationality, as persons are bodily situated within the environment including in all things between the earth and the heavens. However, the social theories and background of the 1930s–1950s have had a significant impact on the idea and foundations of embodiment. These theories relied on ideas of sexism, though were also linked with racism. Gender was established by medicine as an apparatus of power and control over bodies and beings. Intersexuality was at the heart of the establishment of gender, with its invisibility ensured as a means of maintaining the status quo of the West. Gender was appropriated by Western feminists, disguised as an ahistorical and acultural signifier, to universalise the Western liberal worldview. This article traces the history and purpose of the concept of gender and the way it has been understood and deployed as an apparatus in society. It then illustrates how the deployment of gender has affected the embodiment of intersexuality and te ao Māori (such as on wāhine (women) and takatāpui (sexual diversity)). Lastly, the article sets out the importance of decentring gender to enable a culturally accountable embodiment with a sexuality of dignity that is not limited and disembodied through gender.
Reflections on Re/creating Missing Components of the ’Ahu Heva Tūpāpa’u for the Perth Museum (Scotland)
Authors: Reynolds Pauline
Published: October 2024

This piece is an exploration of thought processes, logistical planning, research and creative practice involved in conceptualising and making the missing barkcloth components of an ’ahu heva tūpāpa’u (chief mourner’s regalia) that went on permanent exhibition for the opening of the new Perth Museum in Scotland in March 2024. The regalia is possibly one of around ten collected in Tahiti by Captain James Cook during his second Pacific voyage, with one of these ending up in Perth via the collections of Dr David Ramsay. During the voyage, or possibly during its life in Perth, the regalia became separated from some of its barkcloth components. This paper is a record of the process that went into making the replica pieces
Delayed onset arginine vasopressin deficiency after traumatic brain injury
Authors: Tomulescu Silviu-Andrei , Boto José , Gariani Karim
Published: October 2024

Delayed arginine vasopressin deficiency (AVP-D) can present in patients following traumatic brain injury (TBI) and may occur years after the trauma, presenting with nonspecific symptoms. The objective of this case is to highlight the importance of considering the delayed onset AVP-D in patients with a history of TBI. We report a case of a patient who had sustained severe traumatic brain injury 8 years before and who presented with polydipsia, behavioural disorder and frequent falls during the last 3 months. The diagnosis of AVP-D was confirmed by water restriction with a positive response to desmopressin, and pituitary MRI showed an absent spontaneous posterior hyperintensity on T1WI. Follow-up confirmed permanent diabetes insipidus as well as a suspected anterior pituitary deficiency. Pituitary dysfunction occurs following TBI and is correlated with severity. As in our case, symptoms are generally non-specific and are difficult to explore given the patient’s neurologic sequelae. MRI 8 years post trauma showed changes in pituitary morphology. Some authors have proposed the need for active screening of post-TBI patients. This case highlights the need for clinicians to be aware that AVP-D can occur years after traumatic brain injury.

Learning points

Delayed onset post-traumatic arginine vasopressin deficiency may occur in patients with TBI and is correlated with the severity.

The clinical picture is usually non-specific and diagnosis of AVP-D is challenging in non-verbal patients.

An active screening for pituitary dysfunction is warranted in TBI patients and should be extended should one hormone deficit be identified.
Atypical thyroid tests in an athlete treated for hypothyroidism as the first symptom of pituitary dysfunction due to relative energy deficiency
Authors: Skrzypiec-Spring Monika , Kuliczkowska-Płaksej Justyna , Szeląg Adam , Bolanowski Marek
Published: October 2024

Relative energy deficiency in sport occurs in athletes who have limited energy availability. Its typical features include reversible suppression of the hypothalamic–pituitary–gonadal axis. In addition, it may be accompanied by hepatic resistance to growth hormone, leading to a decrease in insulin-like growth factor 1 and dysregulation of the hypothalamic–pituitary–thyroid axis. We present the clinical case of a 33-year-old athlete previously treated effectively for hypothyroidism, who presented with low thyroid-stimulating hormone, low free triiodothyronine, and normal free thyroxine. Based on diet and training interviews and further laboratory tests, dysregulation of the hypothalamic–pituitary–thyroid axis and reversible hypogonadism due to insufficiency of energy available to support energy expenditure were revealed. We also discuss here challenging diagnostic dilemmas that may appear in athletes of normal body weight but result from insufficient energy supply in relation to demand, and review the literature for the clinical course and possible mechanisms underlying the relative energy deficiency.

Learning points

Atypical thyroid function tests in athletes may be the first manifestation of reversible pituitary dysfunction due to relative energy deficiency.

Typical symptoms of relative energy deficiency include reversible suppression of the hypothalamic–pituitary–thyroidal axis and hypothalamic–pituitary–gonadal axis.

Relative energy deficiency may occur in all people who train intensively, regardless of their body weight and BMI, as well as in people who have rapidly lost weight as a result of a low-calorie diet and intense exercise.
Propofol-induced transient arginine vasopressin deficiency
Authors: Luppino Michael D , Nguyen Huyen , Smale Matilda , Madigan Rebecca , Burt Morton G , Umapathysivam Mahesh M
Published: October 2024

We describe and characterise the case of a 26-year-old female undergoing surgery for a right-sided sinonasal alveolar rhabdomyosarcoma who developed profound, transient arginine vasopressin deficiency (AVP-D, formerly central diabetes insipidus (DI)) associated with anaesthesia. In this case report, we characterise the development of AVP-D with serial copeptin and paired urine and serum osmolality measurements. Based on the anaesthetic agent’s profile and the literature, we attribute this presentation to propofol exposure. We present a description of the literature on anaesthesia-associated DI as well as poignant learning points.

Learning points

Exposure to anaesthetic agents is a rare cause of self-limited but sudden and profound arginine vasopressin deficiency (AVP-D) or arginine vasopressin resistance (AVP-R).

Sevoflurane has been associated with AVP-R and propofol with AVP-D, although the responsible agent may be difficult to identify.

Differentiation of AVP-R and AVP-D can be made based on copeptin concentration, where available, or clinical response to desmopressin.

Whilst the patient is anaesthetised, intravenous fluid replacement should be targeted to match urine output until the patient is able to drink to thirst. This should be clearly communicated to staff and the patient.

Rapid resolution of AVP-R/AVP-D when the causative agent is discontinued has been reported with both propofol and sevoflurane. As such, switching the agent used to maintain anaesthesia may terminate increased urine output in a clinically meaningful timeframe.
Living with a RET gene mutation: patient perspectives
Authors: Brain Caroline , Grey Joanna , Purnell Kirstie
Published: October 2024

Multiple endocrine neoplasia type 2 (MEN2) is the collective term for two distinct types of autosomal dominantly inherited neuroendocrine neoplasm syndromes: MEN2A and MEN2B (or MEN3). MEN2 is characterised by medullary thyroid cancer (MTC) (99%) and phaeochromocytoma (50%) and also other conditions according to specific genotype. MEN2A also includes a 25% risk of developing parathyroid hyperplasia and is now recognised as four separate syndromes: classic MEN2A, MEN2A with cutaneous lichen amyloidosis, MEN2A with Hirschsprung’s disease and familial MTC. MEN2B accounts for around 5% of all MEN2 cases and predisposes patients to diffuse intestinal ganglioneuromatosis, mucosal neuromas and musculoskeletal abnormalities. MEN2 is autosomal dominantly inherited, meaning that several generations in a single family may be affected by the same syndrome. We present a mini review of four case studies (×2 MEN2A and ×2 MEN2B) that illustrate the advantages of RET testing, as well as some of the likely obstacles that must be overcome to receive a diagnosis of MEN2A or MEN2B. In addition, despite improved genotype/phenotype correlation in MEN2, we highlight that not all cases are ‘typical’, which emphasises the need for all MEN2 patients to be cared for in a centre of expertise and experience. Some of our case study patients or their parents also took this opportunity to personally tell us more about their lives with MEN2, illustrating the need for more research into the psychosocial impact of these hereditary diseases.
The crystal structure of R3Fe0.1Ga1.6S7 chalcogenides (R – La, Ce, Pr and Tb)
Authors: Blashko N.M. , Marchuk O.V. , Fedorchuk A.O.
Published: October 2024

The paper reports the study of the crystal structure of chalcogenides of the composition R3Fe0.1Ga1.6S7 (R = La, Ce, Pr and Tb) as promising materials predicted to possess interesting nonlinear optical and electrical properties. Samples of stoichiometric composition were synthesized by co-melting the elements in quartz containers evacuated to a residual pressure of 10–2 Pa at the maximum synthesis temperature of 1100 °C. The crystal structure of the chalcogenides La3Fe0.1Ga1.6S7 {a = 10.1884(6) Å, c = 6.0515(4) Å}, Ce3Fe0.1Ga1.6S7 {a = 10.0864(4) Å, c = 6.0440(3) Å}, Pr3Fe0.1Ga1.6S7  {a = 9.9853(3) Å, c = 6.0648(2) Å} and Tb3Fe0.1Ga1.6S7  {a = 9.6692(7) Å, c = 6.0799(5) Å} was studied by X-ray powder method. It was determined that the structure of the synthesized phases belongs to the hexagonal symmetry (La3CuSiS7 structure type; space group P63). The structure of the complex chalcogenides (A), (B), (C) and (D) is based on the R3Ga1.67S7 sulfides (R = La, Ce, Pr, and Tb) by substituting gallium atoms in the 2a sites with atoms of statistical mixture M1{0.57(2) Ga + 0.10(2) Fe}, M2{0.56(1) Ga + 0.10(2) Fe}, M3 {0.61(8) Ga + 0.09(1) Fe} and M4 {0.57(2) Ga + 0.10(2) Fe}, respectively. Rare earth atoms are localized in the 6c sites and center sulfur atoms to form trigonal prisms with an additional atom [R 3S13S21S3].  Atoms of statistical mixtures M1, M2, M3, M4 are localized in the 2a sites forming [M 6S2] octahedra. Ga atoms in the 2b sites are surrounded by four sulfur atoms [Ga 3S11S3].
Isothermal Decay Analysis of Thermoluminescence Peaks of Nano-α-Alumina
Authors: Ahadov Ahmad , Mammadov Sahib , Gurbanov Muslim , Abishov Aqshin , Ahadova Aybeniz
Published: October 2024

This study investigates the thermoluminescence (TL) behavior of nano α-Al2O3 (40 nm) within the temperature range of 110 to 160°C to elucidate the kinetic mechanisms governing its TL response. The isothermal decay curves were analyzed to determine the order of kinetics and activation energies of the TL peaks. The ln(I) vs. time plot revealed a nonlinearity starting at 140°C, indicating that the TL peaks do not follow first-order kinetics in this temperature region. Subsequent analysis confirmed that the TL data align with second-order kinetics, with a kinetic-order parameter of b = 2.0 providing the best linear fit.
Further examination of the ln(slope) vs. 1/kT relationship revealed a composite structure in the TL response, characterized by three distinct linear sections. These sections correspond to activation energies of 0.6±0.12 eV, 1.07±0.25 eV, and 1.61±0.47 eV, respectively, suggesting the presence of three different centers contributing to the dosimetric peak. The findings underscore the complex nature of the TL response in nano α-Al2O3, highlighting the necessity of considering multiple kinetic components in the analysis of its TL properties. This study enhances our understanding of the thermoluminescent behavior of nano α-Al2O3 and provides a basis for further research into its applications in dosimetry
The effect of gamma irradiation on the dielectric properties of polyethylene-based composites with the CdS/ZnS binary system
Authors: Mustafayev I.I. , Melikova S.Z. , Hajiyeva E.G.
Published: October 2024

Polyethylene-based composites with the CdS/ZnS binary system were obtained with a component ratio of 10% CdS/ZnS; 30% CdS/ZnS; 50% CdS/ZnS. The temperature dependences of the dielectric constant (ε) and the tangent of the dielectric loss angle (tgδ) of samples of HDPE+CdS/ZnS composites irradiated with a dose of 100 kGy, 50 kGy, and 200 kGy were shown. The dependences of the dielectric constant and the tangent of the dielectric loss angle of HDPE+Cds/ZnS composites on the gamma-irradiation dose have been determined.
Free Vibration Analysis for Polyester/Graphene Nanocomposites Multilayer Functionally Graded Plates
Authors: Abd Alqader Shahad Qusi , Bedaiwi Bashar Owaid , Njim Emad Kadum , Takhakh Ayad M. , Hadji Lazreg
Published: October 2024

In the current work, an FGM nanocomposite made of multi-layers of graphene nanoparticles and a polyester-based matrix was constructed using the molds with a hand lay-up technique to attain an accurate shape and reduce defects in the final product. The desired models have four, six, and 11 layers and different volume fractions of nanoparticles (0.5, 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5%). This study conducted various experimental tests to analyze the free vibration characteristics of functionally graded composite sandwich rectangular structures with simply supported boundary conditions to evaluate the significance of hole number and cutout location in fundamental frequencies. For holes, three types are used (2, 4, and 6) holes with a 10 mm diameter, while for cutouts, three geometrical designs are used (circular, rectangular, and triangular) with various aspect ratios (r = 1, 1.5, 2, and 2.5).
A numerical study was carried out to validate the experimental solution, employing modal analysis and finite element analysis (FEA) using ABAQUS software tools. From the findings, the experimental findings and numerical calculations exhibit a satisfactory level of concurrence, displaying a maximum discrepancy of 9.5%. The results show that the fundamental frequency decreases by increasing the cutouts' aspect ratio (r=a/b). There is minimal variation between r =1 and r=  1.5, but a noticeable decrease is observed at an aspect ratio of r= 2.5. This difference is primarily influenced by the type of material gradient and the number of holes, specifically for a given thickness of the functionally graded (FG) plates.