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Lithuanian women in Ravensbrück concentration camp
Authors: Bartkutė Roberta
Published: September 2024

In the Lithuanian historical memory, imprisonment in Nazi concentration camps (the best known to Lithuanians is Stutthof concentration camp) is entrenched as a largely male experience. This led to the fact that not only the experience of women prisoners has faded, but also the memory of other concentration camps. The most important of these, in researching women’s experiences in Nazi captivity, is Ravensbrück concentration camp. The aim of this paper is to analyse the information available in the memorial’s internal database and online archives about Lithuanian women in Ravensbrück, not only on the basis of statistical data but also by presenting at least partially reconstructed biographies. The results of the research showed that most women of Lithuanian and Polish origin (often this origin was difficult to distinguish) related to Lithuania, the majority of whom were imprisoned in Ravensbrück, were young workers, born between 1920 and 1926, voluntarily or forcibly deported to Germany for works, having committed a certain offence. Also, women of Jewish (9), East Slavic (5), German and (2) Latvian (1) origin, born or having Lithuanian citizenship were imprisoned in Ravensbrück. Thus, a large number of women were brought to Ravensbrück not directly from Lithuania or another place of residence, but already while being in Germany. The fate of only a few women whose records of death from alleged exhaustion or murder at the end of the war have survived is known. Many women survived not only Ravensbrück but also other concentration camps and prisons, where the remaining information (prisoner cards) and post-war documents of German authorities about foreigners who came to Germany during the war have already helped to reconstruct the biographies of some women and can be used in the future while conducting research on prisoners from Lithuania and in other concentration camps.
Genocide and resistance Nr. 49(1)
Authors: Banionis Juozas , Mik Gintautas , Burinskaitė Kristina , Juodėnaitė Gabija , Komičienė Vida
Published: September 2024

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Penal practices of partisans in the Kaunas Region (1944–1952). Part II
Authors: Miknevičius Gintautas
Published: September 2024

Part 1 of this Article analyses campaigns of the partisans in Kaunas county and Kaunas city that took place in 1944-1945. Kaunas county geographically was a midpoint of Lithuania, it bordered the counties of Šakiai, Raseiniai, Kėdainiai, Ukmergė, Trakai (from April 1946 – Kaišiadorys), Alytus and Marijampolė. In 1944 the county consisted of 16 rural districts: Aukštoji Panemunė (164 km2), Babtai (224 km2), Čekiškė (252 km2), Garliava (152 km2), Jonava (418 km2), Kruonis (230 km2), Lapės (115 km2), Pakuonis (122 km2), Pažaislis (71 km2), Raudondvaris (103 km2), Rumšiškės (128 km2), Seredžius (83 km2), Vandžiogala (269 km2), Veliuona (134 km2), Vilkija (152 km2), Zapyškis (117 km2). The territory of this part of the county – 2734 km2. The city of Kaunas is not included, the territory of which – 130 km2. Thus, the entire territory of the county, including the city of Kaunas, occupied 2864 km2. In June 1945, Kaunas county had 24 thousand households and 107 thousand population. In the summer 1945, 86 064 inhabitants lived in Kaunas city.
On June the 23rd 1944, the Soviet Army started the Strategic Offensive Operation “Bagration”. During this operation, the German group “Centro” was destroyed. At the beginning of July, Soviet forces – units of the 1st Baltic and 3rd Belorussian Front– invaded the territory of Lithuania. In Kaunas county, the divisions of the 3-rd Belorussian Front were fighting, who reached this county by the end of July. By middle-August, the entire territory of Kaunas county was occupied.
The organized partisan warfare against the Soviets in Kaunas county started in November 1944. Already in December it spread throughout the entire county, and Kerinas, who was the head of Kaunas NKVD division, called this phenomenon an uprising against the Soviet authorities. Partisan platoons used to contain up to 100 people, these platoons used to join other groups of partisans. Such platoons used to occupy the centres of rural districts and fight NKVD battalions. In 1944, during campaigns of the partisans, 45 people were killed.
NKVD-people, having been intimidated by partisan struggle, organized chekist-military operations, during which they managed to destroy large platoons of partisans, therefore, from the year 1945 on, the partisans changed their tactics and started to use another way of fighting – partisan platoons were divided into groups consisting of 5-10 people and then Soviet repressive bodies encountered difficulties in detecting and destroying platoons of partisans. Mostly, the partisans attacked collaborators with the Soviet authorities, and especially – their military squads. The most famous assault of the partisans in 1945 in Kaunas county, was an attack on Seredžius rural district, during which a military platoon of the collaborators was annihilated totally. In total, during the campaigns of the year 1945, the partisans killed 173 people.
Soviet Armed Forces in Lithuania in 1939–1941
Authors: Miknevičius Gintautas
Published: September 2024

During the first period of bringing the Soviet armed forces into the country, Soviet officers remained neutral in Lithuania for some time, however, they violated the Lithuanian border on the frontier, kidnapped our ordinary citizens and officials under the false pretext and tried to obtain information about the Lithuanian Armed Forces from them. After Germany had launched an attack on France, the situation changed and the behaviour of the Soviet military officers became more impudent; they used their deserters as a means of blackmail and pressure on Lithuania. Soviet military documents stored in the Lithuanian Special Archives show that it was on the third and the fourth of June, 1940 that the Soviet armed forces were started to be concentrated to occupy Lithuania. It becomes clear that the fate of the Lithuanian State was decided during the first days of June already. In the evening of 15 June, in the territory of Belarus, a new agreement signed on the deployment of the new Soviet military divisions established the occupation. The title of the reporting package of the Soviet documents Description of Combat Work of 3 Military Units and Divisions of the Armed Forces in the Baltics Campaign proves that this was a military operation of the Soviet Union – to occupy Lithuania and other Baltic countries. Utterances and statements of high-ranking Soviet officers claiming that Lithuania surrendered and accepted the ultimatum also confirm that. Instructions, prohibitions and orders issued by the Soviet military officers to the military of Lithuania, self-will and abuse of Soviet military disregarding all laws of Lithuania clearly show that the Soviet armed forces behaved as an occupying army.
The power of moral authority
Authors: Andrukaitienė Irena
Published: September 2024

Every era has its own spiritual leaders. One of the moral authorities of the nation in the second half of the 20th century was His Eminence Cardinal Vincentas Sladkevičius. His blessing supported the Church’s resistance to the restrictions on freedom of conscience during the Soviet years, the underground Chronicle of the Catholic Church in Lithuania, the outbreak of the Sąjūdis reform movement, and the restoration of independence – the adoption of the Act of March 11.
Genocide and resistance Nr. 52(2)
Authors: Tomkiewicz Monika , Klumbys Valdemaras , Vaičiūnas Gintaras , Ereminas Gintautas
Published: September 2024

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Genocide and resistance Nr. 53(1)
Authors: Boriak Tetiana , Podkur Roman , Lysenko Oleksandr , Hrynevych Vladyslav , Stiazhkina Olena , Bazhan Oleh , Vermenych Jaroslava
Published: September 2024

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Genocide and resistance Nr. 54(2)
Authors: Jurkutė Mingailė , Kripienė Enrika , Staveckaitė-Notari Ramona , Tumavičius Andrius , Karaliūtė Emilija , Indrišionis Darius , Dreimane Inese , Kaasik Peeter , Latvytė Neringa
Published: September 2024

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Memellanders in Norway after World War 2
Authors: Ludvigsen David Sætre
Published: September 2024

In the aftermath of World War II, a group of 843 individuals from the area that today constitutes Lithuania found themselves stranded in Norway. Included among them were a number of people from the formerly German Memel region (Klaipėdos kraštas). As repatriation efforts commenced in 1945, the Western Allies made a distinction between Lithuanians and Memellanders in such a way that it directly impacted where each individual could settle after the war. Lithuanians were offered to either go home, or to resettle in the West, while Memellanders on the other hand primarily were repatriated to Germany. This decision forced individuals to weigh their personal identities against practical considerations. In this situation, some individuals aligned with their true nationality while others made more pragmatic choices based on what they saw as the most favourable outcome. This article explores the situation of the Memellanders in Norway during the war, and the circumstances surrounding their repatriation.
Prevalence of Chemotherapy-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy Among Cancer Patients and Its Effects on Quality of Life: A Survey Study
Authors: Ayesha Niaz  , Zainab  , Aiman Malik  , Maida Khalid  , Zoya Saleem  , Noreen Kiran
Published: September 2024

Background: Chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy (CIPN) is a common and debilitating side effect of cancer treatment, leading to nerve damage and impairing patients' quality of life.Objective: To evaluate the prevalence of CIPN among cancer patients and its effects on their quality of life.Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted at Allied Hospital, Pinum Cancer Hospital, and Aziz Fatima Hospital in Faisalabad, Pakistan. The study included 54 cancer patients (20 males, 34 females) aged 13-71 years, undergoing chemotherapy for at least six months. Patients were assessed using the European Organization for Research and Treatment of Cancer Quality of Life Questionnaire-Chemotherapy Induced Peripheral Neuropathy 20-item scale (EORTC-QLQ-CIPN20) and the Leeds Assessment of Neuropathic Symptoms and Signs (S-LANSS). Data were analyzed using SPSS version 25, with descriptive statistics and chi-square tests performed to evaluate associations.Results: CIPN was prevalent in 90.7% of patients, with mild (59.3%), moderate (27.8%), and severe (3.7%) neuropathy levels. Neuropathy was significantly correlated with reduced quality of life (p = 0.663).Conclusion: CIPN is highly prevalent among cancer patients and significantly affects their quality of life. Early detection and management are crucial to mitigate these effects.
La famille compte 2024
Authors:   Statistique Canada, Battams Nathan , Mathieu Sophie
Published: September 2024

L’Institut Vanier de la famille est heureux de présenter La famille compte 2024. Étayée par les statistiques et les données de recherche les plus récentes, cette publication permet aux lecteurs et lectrices d’en apprendre davantage sur ce qui a (et n’a pas) changé au cours des dernières décennies. La famille compte 2024 est divisée en quatre sections principales faisant écho aux composantes du Cadre sur la diversité et le bien-être des familles de l’Institut Vanier : la structure des familles, le travail des familles, l’identité des familles et le bien-être des familles. Cette année marque le 30e anniversaire de l’Année internationale de la famille des Nations Unies. Tout au long de l’année, l’Institut Vanier travaillera en collaboration avec le Département des affaires économiques et sociales des Nations Unies (DAESNU) en vue de définir et de structurer son cadre d’action international visant à soutenir le bien-être des familles au sein des sociétés des quatre coins du monde. L’Institut Vanier a publié la première édition de La famille compte en 1994 afin de fournir une assise solide aux discussions et aux débats qui ont eu cours cette année-là. Le 30e anniversaire est cette année l’occasion de relancer le dialogue, en nous appuyant sur une foule de nouvelles informations et données de recherche. Le Programme de développement durable à l’horizon 2030 a également donné un élan et une orientation à La famille compte 2024. C’est en 2015 que le Canada et les 192 autres États membres ont adopté ce cadre d’action lors de l’Assemblée générale des Nations Unies. Plusieurs des objectifs de développement durable (ODD) au cœur de ce programme sont étroitement liés au bien-être des familles, car ils abordent des enjeux comme la pauvreté, la faim, les inégalités, ainsi que l’éducation. À mi-parcours entre l’adoption du programme par le Canada et l’horizon 2030, l’accès à des renseignements précis et opportuns sur les familles permet de faire des choix éclairés quant aux actions à entreprendre pour réaliser nos objectifs. La famille compte 2024 présente des données et des conclusions de recherche dans un format accessible à un lectorat fort diversifié. Cette publication a pour but de mieux comprendre les familles, dans une perspective nationale; de susciter le dialogue entre les décideurs, les éducateurs, les chercheurs et les journalistes; et de consolider la base de données probantes afin de faciliter l’élaboration de politiques, de programmes et de services favorables au bien-être des familles au Canada. Norah Keating, présidente du conseil d’administration Margo Hilbrecht, directrice générale
Royally (Dis-)Endowed
Authors: Zehnpfund Maximilian
Published: September 2024

This paper explores the unique role of Syon Abbey and the Birgittine Order in England from their founding in 1415 until the dissolution of monasteries in 1539. By examining its foundation, wealth, and influence, the study reveals how Syon Abbey stood apart from other English monastic institutions. Despite Henry VIII’s dissolution of monasteries, Syon’s royal patronage and reputation among the nobility and lay piety allowed it to resist until the very end. As the only Birgittine monastery in Britain, Syon played a crucial role in England's religious and social landscape. The paper also investigates the aftermath of the dissolution, focusing on the fate of Syon's monks and nuns and its broader impact.
Von der Landes- in die Bundesregierung
Authors: Schmucker Luca Sebastian
Published: September 2024

Diese Arbeit behandelt den Themenbereich der Rekrutierung von Mitgliedern der Regierung der Bundesregierung Deutschland. Hierbei fokussiert sie sich auf die Wahrscheinlichkeit, dass ein Bundesregierungsmitglied aus einer Landesregierung aufsteigt. Die Hypothese dieser Arbeit ist, dass diese Wahrscheinlichkeit, wenn die Partei des neuen Regierungsmitglieds im Moment der Ernennung beziehungsweise Wahl ins Amt nicht Mitglied der Bundesregierung ist, erhöht ist. Diese Hypothese wird mittels deskriptiver Statistik bestätigt. Darüber hinaus zeigt sich in dieser Arbeit, dass der Zusammenhang zwischen vorheriger Bundesregierungszugehörigkeit und mit dem Umstand, dass ein neues Bundesregierungsmitglied aus einer Landesregierung aufgestiegen ist, sich in jüngster Zeit abgeschwächt hat und zwischen Parteien verschieden ausgeprägt ist.
Postfunktionalismus und die Alternative für Deutschland
Authors: Rinne Yannick
Published: September 2024

Diese Arbeit untersucht die europapolitische Haltung der AfD im Rahmen der Theorie des Postfunktionalismus. Die AfD zeigt sich skeptisch gegenüber einer Vertiefung der europäischen Integration und der Abgabe nationaler Kompetenzen. Klassische Integrationstheorien versagen hier, da sie primär rational-ökonomische Abwägungen betonen. Der Postfunktionalismus hingegen erklärt Euroskepsis durch den Wunsch nach Erhalt kultureller Identität und nationaler Selbstbestimmung. Eine Frequenzanalyse der Wahlprogramme im Bundestag zeigt, dass die AfD oft postfunktionale Begriffe verwendet. Ihre Argumentation zur EU enthält Elemente des Postfunktionalismus, betont aber auch ökonomische Rationalität. Zudem verweist die AfD auf eine europäische Identität, die jedoch weiterhin einer postfunktionalen Logik folgt.
PREVALENCE OF HEPATITIS B VIRUS INFECTION AMONG HIV PATIENTS INBENUE SOUTH SENATORIAL DISTRICT, NIGERIA
Authors: Anejo-Okopi Joseph , Ujoh John Adole , Akinnibosun Olajide , David Onyemowo Sunday , Oche Dominic Agbo , Ujah Otobo Innocent , Odu Emmanuel , Ikwu Owoicho Eiyeje
Published: September 2024

Hepatitis B infection seriously threatens global public health, especially in developing nations. Despite severalefforts on ascertaining the true prevalence of HBV, it tenaciously varies across different locations and subpopulations, particularly among those at risk of infection such as the HIV-infected population. This study aimed atdetermining the sero-prevalence of HIV-HBV co-infection in Benue South Senatorial District, Nigeria. This crosssectional study was conducted in four anti-retroviral therapy (ART) specialized clinics between May 1, andSeptember 2023 using pretested questionnaires, after obtained ethical approval and informed consent.Bloodsamples of participants were screened using HBsAg testing kitsand the results were interpreted according to themanufacturer’s instructions. The screening for HIV-HBV co-infection showed a sero-prevalence of 25/457 (5.47%).The distribution based on clinic location was 12(48%) GH Otukpo, 8(32%) GH Oju, 2(8%) GH Ugbokpo and3(12%) SMH Okpoga. The distribution also revealed that most cases were in the age group 40-49 and the femalegender.The prevalence showed that only 3/25 (12.0%) reported a history of sexually transmitted diseases other thanHIV while 2/25 (8.0%) had a history of multiple sex partners. Most co-infected cases 23/25(92.0%) had no historyof same-sex relationships and 23/25(92.0%) had recent history of unprotected sex. In Nigeria, hepatitis B infectionremains a significant public health problem. Notable preventive strategies include abstinence from sex, avoidanceof multiple sex partners, strict adherence to safe sex, and avoiding contact with infected body fluids. Otherstrategies such as averting mother-to-infant hepatitis B transmission, scale-up of screening programs and extensivevaccination programs are eminently recommended in the course of HBV control.
EFFICACY OF SHRIMP SHELL SYNTHESIZED CHITOSAN AGAINSTPOST-HARVEST SPOILAGE FUNGI OF Sesamum indicum
Authors: IHUM TEMITOPE ADEPEU , Oledibe Chioma Francisca , Aremu Mariam Bukola , Yusuf Kayode Abel , Ige Mercy Itohan , Kurrah Inikpi Amazing grace , Tope Joyce Olatunji , Elizabeth Abiola Kayode
Published: September 2024

Contamination of Agricultural commodities by moulds poses significant challenges due to conducive climatic conditions. Mycotoxins produced by moulds like Aspergillus, Penicillium, and Fusarium present health risks and economic losses. Traditional control measures such as the use of fungicides have drawbacks, necessitating the exploration of eco-friendly alternatives. One such alternatives is the use of Chitosan, a biopolymer derived from chitin found in crustacean exoskeletons. This study evaluated the efficacy of chitosan synthesized from shrimp shells in inhibiting the growth of Aspergillus niger, a common food borne mould of oil seeds such as Sesame. Synthesized Chitosan was characterized using FTIR spectroscopy, UV-visible spectroscopy, and the degree of deacetylation was determined. FTIR analysis showed characteristic absorption peaks ranging from 3911.77 cm-1 to 794.70 cm-1, with higher wave numbers corresponding to stretching vibrations of  the  C-H, O-H, and N-H bonds functional groups. UV-visible spectroscopy displayed an absorbance peak at 232 nm with an absorbance value of 2.15. The degree of deacetylation of synthesized chitosan was determined to be 98.99%. In vitro experiments showed a concentration-dependent inhibition of A. niger growth by shrimp shell synthesized chitosan. The highest level of inhibition was seen at day 3 with 0.75mg/ml (50%) and 1.0mg/ml (52.1%), meaning the higher the concentration of shrimp shell synthesized chitosan  the higher the inhibition. Results suggest chitosan as a potential anti-fungal agent for food preservation and agricultural protection against mould contamination and  mitigate post harvest losses and ensure food safety.
Research on Plant Landscape in Urban Wilderness Space: A Case Study of Jiangyangfan Ecological Park in Hangzhou
Authors: Xiao Yao , Liao Yuanqi
Published: September 2024

In recent years, with the acceleration of urbanization, the construction and management of urban wilderness space has become an important research field. The study of plantscape in urban wilderness space is one of the key points. Plant landscape is the core element of urban wilderness space, which plays an important role in improving urban environment and ecosystem service function. In this study, we chose Hangzhou Jiangyangfan Ecological Park as an example, and identified two main areas, the habitat island and the lake area, to be used as the research sites for plant species. The distribution of plant species, community structure, seasonal variation and spatial characteristics of these areas were studied and evaluated in detail. Based on the actual data collection, we will propose the following plant construction strategies: introduction of native species, creation of communities close to nature, use of temporal characteristics of plants, and the use of plants to shape the aesthetics of horticultural spaces.
Zeolite, Humus and Biochar Remediation of Heavy Metal Contaminated Soil: A Review
Authors: Li Yan , Lu Nan , Luo Yuhu
Published: September 2024

With the swift advancement of industrialization and urbanization, soil heavy metal contamination has grown increasingly severe, presenting a grave menace to the environment and human health. As efficacious soil remediation substances, zeolite, humus, and biochar exhibit considerable potential in the treatment of heavy metal pollution. In this article, the research progress of zeolite, humus, and biochar in the remediation of heavy metal pollution in soil was reviewed, the remediation mechanisms, influencing factors, and practical application effects were analyzed, and the future research direction was prospected. Through comprehensive analysis and discussion, the aim is to offer useful references for the control of soil heavy metal pollution.
Bacillus Species’ Gaseous Metabolites Prolong the Shelf Life of Apples and Grapes
Authors: Shen Hongyi
Published: September 2024

In view of the threat to the environment posed by the widely used plant and fruit preservation chemicals in current agricultural practices, and the indispensability of fruit and plant preservatives in ensuring the yield of agricultural products, it is urgent to explore environmentally friendly and efficient preservative alternatives. Against this backdrop, bacterial preservatives stand out as a potential green solution. In this study, 12 strains of Bacillus derived from different ecological niches were carefully screened to evaluate the inhibitory efficacy of their gaseous metabolites against Anthracnose colloidospora, a common fruit pathogen, by bisectional method. The results showed that the bacterial suspension of strain B4 was the most prominent in inhibiting the growth of Colloidosporum anthracnose, and it significantly narrowed the growth circle of pathogenic bacteria, so it was selected as the object for further optimization and application. Subsequently, we designed a practical application test for fruit preservation, in which the bacteria of strain B4 were directly placed in the same environment as the fruit to be preserved, and the observation was continued for five days. By comparing and analyzing the fruit state before and after treatment, we were pleased to find that strain B4 showed a positive effect on inhibiting fruit rot, indicating its great potential as a natural fruit preservative. This discovery not only provides a scientific basis for reducing the use of chemical preservatives, but also contributes to the sustainable development of agriculture and the protection of the ecological environment.
PAGINE D’ARCHIVIO. LA LETTERATURA ROMENA NEI PIANI EDITORIALI DELLA CASA UTET
Authors:   Università di Torino, Italia, ANDREOLI Jessica
Published: September 2024

Developed starting from some archive materials, this contribution intends to propose a first synthetic reconstruction of the interest shown by the editorial directors of the UTET publishing house towards Romanian literature. The papers preserved in the archive did not perhaps provide many details on the literary translations published in the well-known book series I Grandi Scrittori Stranieri, but they reveal some nineteenthand twentieth-century projects, “missed opportunities”, which, alongside the publications, allow us to better frame interests and editorial plans of the publishing house.
THE TRANSLATION OF DENOMINAL -ED ADJECTIVAL COMPOUNDS INTO ROMANIAN – A MATTER OF EXPLICITATION
Authors:   University of Bucharest, Faculty of Foreign Languages and Literatures, DRĂGAN Ruxandra
Published: September 2024

Typological differences across languages shape the translators’ choice of particular strategies when rendering syntactic and lexical structures that are ubiquitous in the source language, but highly infrequent or non-existent in the target language (Slobin 2004, 2005; Alonso 2018; Capelle 2012; Drăgan 2021; Ibarretxe-Antuñano 2003, et al.). The present article explores the impact of such differences on the strategies adopted to translate English denominal -ed adjectival compounds into Romanian and the extent to which they contrive to compensate for the unavailability of said compounds in the target language. It is shown that their absence from Romanian compels translators to overwhelmingly adopt strategies that spell out the syntactic and semantic relations between the two stems of the original compounds (grammatical transposition, compensation by splitting, compensation in place, compensation in kind). Consequently, all these strategies are analyzed as instances of (obligatory) explicitation, and, thus, lend support to the view in the literature that explicitation is a universal strategy (Blum-Kulka 1986; Klaudy 2003, 2009; Klaudy & Károly 2005; Molés-Cases 2019, et al.).
«AH, CHE BARBARO APPETITO!», O L’ARTE DELLA TAVOLA NEL CONVITATO DI PIETRA DI GIOVANNI BATTISTA LORENZI PER GIACOMO TRITTO E DINTORNI
Authors:   Université Paris 8, Francia, FAVERZANI Camillo
Published: September 2024

In considering Il convitato di pietra by Giovanni Bassista Lorenzi and Giacomo Tritto (Naples, Teatro dei Fiorentini, 1783), this essay aims to first present the characters and the plot, to then study the orchestral score, and, closely linked to the intonation, the metrical choices of the librettist. Finally, it focuses on the topos of the banquet in its various facets, contextualising the 1783 draft with respect to the spoken versions of the pseudo-Cicognini, dating back to around the middle of the seventeenth century, and of Don Giovanni Tenorio (1736) by Carlo Goldoni, and other contemporary adaptations: the other Convitato di pietra (1776) by Nunziato Porta and Vincenzo Righini, Don Giovanni (1787) by Giovanni Bertati and Giuseppe Gazzaniga, Il nuovo convitato di pietra (1787) by Giuseppe Foppa and Francesco Gardi, Il dissoluto punito (1787) by Lorenzo Da Ponte and Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart.
IL CORPO VIVO DELLA LINGUA: ALCUNE CONSIDERAZIONI PRATICO-TEORICHE SULLE LINGUE «SPARGĂ» E «LEOPARDĂ» DI NINA CASSIAN E VIRGIL TEODORESCU
Authors:   Università di Napoli L’Orientale, Italia, ROTIROTI Giovanni
Published: September 2024

This contribution, starting from the studies of Giorgio Agamben, aims to highlight the peculiarity of two poetic languages invented by Nina Cassian and Virgil Teodorescu: the “spargă” language and the “leopardă” languages. The “spargă” and “leopardă” languages, developed during the surrealist period in Bucharest, embody the intrinsic dynamism of language. On the one hand, they reflect the multiplicity and original complexity of poetic language, where meanings are manifold and semantic closure is not definitive. On the other hand, these two fantastic languages highlight the pulsional heterogeneity underlying culture itself, suggesting that the truth of things does not directly coincide with what is explicitly said, but rather requires an act of translation and interpretation by the subject. Moreover, these two experimental idiolects can also be interpreted as poetic explorations that challenge the normative structures of the symbolic order, introducing elements of the semiotic that materially express the unconscious in art. The connection with Lacan’s “lalangue” is evident in their common focus on the pre-linguistic and affective dimensions of language, which transcend the limitations of ordinary communication.
Engineering Quantum Repeaters for Secure and Scalable Long-Distance Quantum Communication
Authors: Krishna Pasupuleti Murali
Published: September 2024

Abstract: This chapter explores the engineering of quantum repeaters, a critical technology for enabling secure and scalable long-distance quantum communication. Quantum repeaters extend the range of quantum communication networks by preserving entanglement and mitigating signal loss over large distances. The chapter covers the key principles of entanglement swapping, quantum memory, and quantum error correction, which are essential for maintaining the integrity of quantum states. It also examines advanced repeater architectures, including multi-mode repeaters and entanglement purification techniques, to improve scalability and robustness. Case studies highlight real-world implementations of quantum repeaters in quantum key distribution (QKD) networks, demonstrating their role in achieving secure global communication. Keywords: quantum repeaters, long-distance quantum communication, entanglement swapping, quantum memory, quantum error correction, entanglement purification, multi-mode repeaters, quantum key distribution, QKD, scalable quantum networks, secure communication.
Integrating Quantitative and Qualitative Approaches Using Advanced Statistical Tools SPSS Amos and NVivo in Modern Research
Authors: Krishna Pasupuleti Murali
Published: September 2024

Abstract: This chapter explores the integration of quantitative and qualitative research methodologies using advanced statistical tools, specifically SPSS Amos for structural equation modeling (SEM) and NVivo for qualitative data analysis. It highlights the importance of mixed-methods research in addressing complex research questions by providing both statistical rigor and contextual depth. The chapter offers frameworks for integrating these methodologies, discusses sequential and concurrent designs, and provides practical strategies for synthesizing data to generate holistic insights. Emerging technologies such as AI and machine learning are also examined for their potential to enhance mixed-methods research. Through real-world case examples, researchers are guided on how to effectively use SPSS Amos and NVivo together, ensuring validity, reliability, and impactful research outcomes. This chapter serves as a valuable resource for academics and professionals looking to adopt a comprehensive approach to modern research challenges. Keywords: Quantitative research, qualitative research, SPSS Amos, NVivo, structural equation modeling, mixed-methods research, data integration, thematic analysis, sequential design, concurrent triangulation, AI in research, machine learning, research validity, research reliability, data synthesis
Advanced Modeling and Optimization in Simulink: Solutions for Autonomous Systems, Renewable Energy, and Robotics
Authors: Krishna Pasupuleti Murali
Published: September 2024

Abstract: The chapter "Advanced Modeling and Optimization in Simulink: Solutions for Autonomous Systems, Renewable Energy, and Robotics" explores the application of Simulink for developing and optimizing complex dynamic systems across critical industries. It delves into the modeling of autonomous systems, renewable energy grids, and robotic operations, emphasizing techniques such as Model Predictive Control (MPC), real-time simulation, and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) validation. Additionally, the chapter discusses optimization strategies using AI and machine learning to enhance system performance, efficiency, and reliability. Case studies demonstrate the practical use of Simulink for real-time control, energy management, and robotic precision in industrial settings. Keywords: Simulink, advanced modeling, optimization, autonomous systems, renewable energy, robotics, Model Predictive Control, real-time simulation, hardware-in-the-loop, AI-driven optimization, machine learning, control systems, energy efficiency, robotic precision, dynamic systems, system performance.
Optimizing Research Outcomes: Structural Equation Modeling and Regression with SPSS and SPSS Amos
Authors: Krishna Pasupuleti Murali
Published: September 2024

Abstract: This chapter explores the application of Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) and regression analysis using SPSS and SPSS Amos to optimize research outcomes across various disciplines. It provides an in-depth understanding of advanced statistical techniques, including multiple regression, logistic regression, and SEM for testing complex relationships between observed and latent variables. The chapter covers essential topics such as model validation, hypothesis testing, handling missing data through multiple imputation and FIML, and best practices for reporting and visualizing results. With real-world case studies, readers gain practical insights into improving model accuracy, ensuring replicability, and drawing meaningful conclusions from data. Keywords: Structural Equation Modeling, SEM, regression analysis, SPSS, SPSS Amos, multiple regression, logistic regression, latent variables, model validation, hypothesis testing, missing data, multiple imputation, FIML, visualizing results, statistical analysis, research outcomes.
Predictive Econometrics with EViews: Enhancing Economic and Financial Forecasting
Authors: Krishna Pasupuleti Murali
Published: September 2024

Abstract: This chapter delves into the application of predictive econometrics using EViews to enhance economic and financial forecasting. It covers key econometric techniques such as ARIMA, Vector Autoregression (VAR), and GARCH models for analyzing time-series data and forecasting variables like GDP growth, inflation rates, and stock market volatility. The chapter also explores the use of cointegration analysis and error correction models to understand long-term relationships between economic variables. Through practical examples and case studies, readers will learn how to build robust econometric models, perform diagnostic tests, and improve forecasting accuracy using advanced tools in EViews. Keywords: Predictive econometrics, EViews, economic forecasting, financial forecasting, ARIMA, Vector Autoregression, VAR, GARCH models, time-series analysis, cointegration, error correction models, GDP growth, inflation, stock market volatility.
A special case of anthroponyms-giving based on idiotisms in Ewe: examination of language facts in the creation of proper names of persons and their semantic interpretations
Authors: Agbessime Enyuiamedi , Afeli Kossi Antoine , Kwami Afari Emmanuel
Published: September 2024

This study concerns onomastics and focuses on a particular aspect of the attribution of anthroponyms among the Ewe people. Its objective is to attest that among the Ewe there are anthroponyms based on idiomatic phrases and, then, to show the necessary measures for their semantic interpretations. Speaking of idioms in this work means to highlight the phrases or expressions specific to Ewe language that can be used as proper nouns of persons. We point out in passing that idioms are fixed forms of discourse specific to a given language. After a general overview of the possible meanings of idioms according to different points of view of the authors, the research focused on the cases of their use in the anthroponyms-giving process among the Ewe. This work has revealed that to understand the meaning of the anthroponyms created on the basis of idioms, the researcher must first know these Ewe idioms, in their primary form, since their interpretation still does not illustrate exactly what they may signify in another language. The semantic interpretation of the anthroponym based on an idiom does not depend on the addition of the meanings of the lexemes composing it taken separately, but rather on all the items considered as a whole. The meaning always depends on the prior knowledge of idioms in the language. This amounts to saying that the assortment of lexemes forming an idiom in the creation of an Ewe anthroponym is a conglomeration of items falling back on a specific meaning already stabilized in the language. As a result, these anthroponyms have a denoted meaning in Ewe and to understand them it is therefore necessary to learn the idioms of the language. The results of the study revealed to us that there is a plethora of anthroponyms created on the basis of idioms among the Ewe The theoretical framework of reference for this research is mainly based on the theory of the naming function and particularly that of the degree of referential strength of the proper name as defined by Kleiber (1981 and 1984) for the semantic interpretation of the proper names of persons.
The question in the comics discourse: linguistic and enunciative values
Authors: Slaoui Lamiae
Published: September 2024

This article deals with the values of questioning in comics discourse. The term “value”, which has a linguistic character, manifests itself in the form of particular, linguistic and enunciative aspects, which gives to the said discourse a meaning and guides its interpreta-tion. In many cases relating to this type of discourse, linguistic processes support its content. In this respect, we evoke linguistic functioning where questioning is both a linguistic process and a marker of a dynamic situation which governs the understanding of the reactions and emotions of the characters. Just as the notion of subjectivity and modality is essential since it stimulates more reflection on the field of pragmatics, and in no way exempts the urgency of analyzing the questions as speech acts. This is why it is supposed to study the functions of questioning, which have gone beyond linguistics to arrive at the field of didactics, hence the need to stop at the means which govern the functioning of this type of speech.
Biblical topoi in medieval literature: sources and exemplifications
Authors: Nastasia Mariana
Published: September 2024

This article aims to examine the different ways in which the content of the Bible used to be transmitted in the Middle Ages and to provide an overview of the most common biblical topoi used in the medieval culture. We also aim to analyse the books of the Old and New Testaments from which the best-known medieval biblical topoi come and to cite some concrete examples from the medieval Romanian literature.
Carmen Sylva: observations on a selection of her works in Romanian language (prose and poetry)
Authors: Variot Estelle
Published: September 2024

The linguistic and translation approaches to fragments of the work of an author such as Carmen Sylva illustrate her influence in a specific spatio-temporal context as well as the place that her creation occupies in a particular field of specialty literature. This dimension gives the opportunity to point out certain aspects of Carmen Sylva's personality which are likely to have an impact on the language used in the fragments submitted for analysis. In a world where the diversity of languages asserts itself as an integral part of intangible heritage within the meaning of UNESCO, the plurilingualism of speakers in a given community is also indicative of multiculturalism, but also of the maintenance of the funds specific to each of it to which its members are likely to connect in order to express their deepest feelings. Furthermore, knowledge of the context is necessary for the full understanding of the author's message, whether in prose or verse; and its transposition into another language which maintains its harmony and integrity.
Enhancing Writing Skills through ChatGPT: an Experimental Study in the Context of Ergonomics
Authors: Arora Ashima , K. Mehta Naveen
Published: September 2024

Proficiency in advanced writing is a crucial element that influences both academic excel-lence and future professional competence. This research paper aims at investigating the effec-iveness of ChatGPT, an artificial intelligence (AI) language model, in improving the writing skills of individuals. The aim of this study is to analyze the outcome that interactive conversations with ChatGPT will have on its users' writing skills. A well-structured questionnaire comprising ten questions was mailed to the learners of English at a Graduate College, Bhopal, the capital of the state of Madhya Pradesh, located in the heart of India. This study contributes to the field of AI-assisted learning and offers valuable insights for educators and individuals seeking to improve their writing skills. ChatGPT enhances the ergonomic aspect of writing by easing cognitive strain with instant writing assistance, fostering a more efficient and mentally comfortable learning environment. It streamlines the writing process, allowing learners to concentrate on creativity and content flow.
DEVELOPMENT OF STRATEGIC, TRANSFORMATIVE INNOVATION STRATEGIES AND NETWORK IN CHINESE MANUFACTURING SMALL AND MEDIUM SIZED ENTERPRISE
Authors: Xuelei Zhu , Bhaumik Amiya
Published: September 2024

China is currently promoting institutional change and restructuring to maintain and even accelerate its current level of economic progress, despite the fact that the globe as a whole is experiencing economic difficulties. China is putting in more efforts to innovate in response to the growing importance of innovation. Transform from a factory that creates low-quality items into a factory that creates trimming goods that are distributed all over the globe. With a diverse selection of specialized initiatives and programs, both the state and federal governments, as well as the regional governments, have made significant investments to foster creative regional and statewide development. The emphasis of these positive policy efforts has been on China's small and medium-sized companies (SMEs), which account for the vast majority of the country's firms and constitute the country's industrial base's central focus. The SME sector is increasingly driving China's economy. Historically, people have perceived small and medium-sized firms (SMEs) as low-tech and resource-intensive manufacturers. The expansion of innovative small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) throughout China's manufacturing industries is driving the transformation of the country's innovation system, resulting in a substantial shift in market structures and links. This is causing significant alterations to market structures and relationships.
Is It About Who You Know? The Role of Social Capital on Re-employability of Older Women in Urban China
Authors: Yang Yang Kan , Omar Noralina , Ah Siti Hajar Abu Bakar
Published: September 2024

Evidence concerning the impact of the social capital of older women on labor market outcomes is complex. This article aims to examine and demonstrate the effect of social capital on the re-employability of older retired women in urban China and to reveal the process of accessing their re-employment position via social capital. This paper seizes data from a self-reported survey conducted in four major cities of Fujian province in China among women who are fully retired or re-employed and aged from 55 to 75. The results show that social capital is still the principal method for older women to access the workforce post-retirement. Individuals’ weak ties significantly improve the re-employment possibilities of older retired women. However, the results also indicate that using social capital, especially blood capital, as solid ties do not ensure the quality of re-employment for older women, which means the benefits, wages, and labor rights of re-employment jobs are not guaranteed.
Limitation of Functional Status after COVID 19 Infection: A Cross-Sectional Study
Authors: Hossain Md. Mosharaf , Kamal Md. Mostafa , Islam Md. Amirul , Akter Easmin , Hossain Md. Bablu , Bhuiyan Md. Abdullah Tareq , Khan Miftahul Jannat , Rajib Saroar Jahan , Akhtaruzzaman A K M
Published: September 2024

Background: The whole world has been struggling with the COVID 19 pandemic since 2019 and has become a global health problem. Various extent of long term effects have been reported. A substantial proportion of patients suffered from functional impairment after recovery from COVID 19 infection. The objective of this study was to determine the degree of functional limitation in patients recovered from COVID 19.Methods: A cross sectional study was conducted in the Department of Anaesthesia, Analgesia and Intensive Care Medicine, Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Medical University, Dhaka, Bangladesh. Patients aging ≥ 18 years with RT-PCR for COVID-19 positive were included in this study. Post-COVID-19 Functional Status scale (PCFS) was used to assess patients with functional limitation. All statistical analysis were performed using the Statistical Package for Social Sciences version 23.0 for Windows.Results: A total of 76 patients were enrolled in this study. The mean PCFS score was 1.9±1.0. The majority of patients 30 (39.5%) had PCFS score one (negligible functional limitation), 26 (34.2%) patients had PCFS score two (slight functional limitation), 11(14.5%) patients had PCFS score three (moderate functional limitation), 7(9.2%) patients had PCFS score four (severe functional limitation).Conclusion: This study demonstrated limited functional status after recovery from COVID-19. A comprehensive management strategy is needed to improve functional limitation in the post COVID 19 period.
Role of the family, the school and the community in the prevention of alcohol consumption in adolescents
Authors: Mora Aviche Yuleysis
Published: September 2024

In our country, drug consumption in an irresponsible manner affects adolescence, with alcohol being one of the most common legal drugs, a problem we will deal with in our research, identifying causes and consequences, providing tools for the effectiveness of the work to be developed by the school-family-community trident in the prevention of alcohol consumption in adolescents at the middle school level, proposing a system of actions that will allow us to respond to the scientific problem posed. Theoretical methods used in the development of the study were the historical-logical, analytical-synthetic and induction-deduction and empirical methods such as: documentary analysis, surveys, observation, interview and mathematical methods. The practical significance consists in the fact that the contribution can be applied to different schools, families and communities, and the scientific novelty lies in the fact that the system of actions contributes to improving the quality of life of adolescents. These actions enhance the role of the family, the school and the community as a fundamental triangle in the preparation and formation of adolescents. The results obtained with the application of the proposal were effective and pertinent to solve the problem.