bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Recent progress and development prospects of mobile current sources
Authors: Sleptsov Vladimir V. , Kozhitov Lev V. , Diteleva Anna O. , Kukushkin Dmitry Yu. , Popkova Alena V.
Published: August 2023

Physicochemical fundamentals have been developed for the basic design solutions and fabrication technologies of prospective electrolytic power cells with a reusable cell capacity of 350–500 W·h/kg at the first stage and 1000 W·h/kg at the second stage. Along with conventional chemical current sources and ionistors, there are emerging high-performance supercapacitor structures with thin dielectric in the double electric layer and hybrid capacitors in which energy is accumulated in the double electric layer and due to electrochemical processes. This approach reduces the internal resistance of the electrolytic cells thus decreasing the heat emission during operation and therefore providing for a higher specific energy capacity and operation safety, shorter charging time and an increase in specific power. Prospective anode is a nanostructured electrode material in the form of a carbon matrix filled with a nanostructured chemically active material. Promising carbon matrix fillers are Li and its alloys, Si, Al, Na, Sn, Mg, Zn, Ni, Co, Ag, as well as a range of other materials and their compounds. The effect of carbon material specific surface area, dielectric permeability and chemically active material addition on the specific energy capacity has been studied. Theoretical specific energy capacity of metal/air hybrid capacitors has been calculated. Thin-film technological system has been designed for new generation electrode materials in the form of carbon matrices with highly developed surface containing thin tunneling dielectrics and chemically active materials on dielectric surface.
Un nuevo tipo de ánfora tardía de la isla del Fraile (Águilas, España)
Authors: Quevedo Sánchez Alejandro , Mukai Tomoo , Hernández García Juan de Dios , Capelli Claudio
Published: August 2023

Excavaciones recientes en el yacimiento arqueológico de la isla del Fraile (Hispania Carthaginensis) han permitido documentar una importante ocupación de época tardoantigua. Entre los restos de un almacén del siglo V d. C. se ha identificado un ánfora completa inédita, definida como Isla del Fraile 1. Se trata de un posible contenedor local que pudo estar vinculado a la comercialización de salsas de pescado, una de las principales actividades desarrolladas en este islote del sureste peninsular.
Morfogénesis de las lagunas glaciares de las sierras de Guadarrama y Gredos (sistema Central ibérico)
Authors: Toro Manuel , Granados Ignacio , Camacho Antonio , Montes Carlos , Oliva Marc
Published: August 2023

La dinámica geomorfológica glaciar y periglaciar modeló intensamente el relieve de las montañas de las sierras de Guadarrama y Gredos durante el Pleistoceno, dando lugar a los principales sistemas lagunares de alta montaña del sistema Central ibérico en España. Aunque estas lagunas comparten un origen glaciar común, presentan características morfogenéticas diferentes en función de la acción de los hielos y su edad de deglaciación. En este trabajo se realiza por primera vez una clasificación tipológica individualizada de la morfogénesis glaciar de las cubetas de los sistemas lacustres del sistema Central ibérico. Para la caracterización y definición de los tipos se han utilizado variables morfométricas de las cubetas lacustres y topográficas del entorno, datos geomorfológicos de trabajos previos de otros autores y clasificaciones tipológicas de lagos de origen glaciar establecidas en otros ámbitos con diferentes escalas geográficas. Sobre un conjunto de 26 lagunas, en su mayoría con superficies > 0,5 ha y profundidades máximas > 0,5 m, repartidas en la sierra de Guadarrama (macizo de Peñalara) y en la sierra de Gredos (macizo Central de Gredos, sierra del Barco y sierra de Béjar) se han definido 9 tipos morfogenéticos que representan la diversidad geomorfológica de su origen glaciar. Se han clasificado en dos grupos genéticos por su origen común: de hoya, generados por la acción directa de sobreexcavación de los hielos, y morrénicas, formados por el represamiento de las aguas producido por los materiales erosionados, transportados y depositados por los glaciares. El primero comprende 7 tipos: hoya-circo sensu estricto (s.s.), hoya-circo con morrena, hoya-valle s.s., hoya-valle en rosario, hoya-valle lateral, hoya-ombligo y hoya-fluvial. El segundo incluye 2 tipos: morrénica s.s. e intermorrénica. La ubicación en nichos colgados o circos en las cabeceras, zonas bajas, depresiones laterales o ejes fluviales de los valles, la presencia de umbrales y estrechamientos rocosos del terreno, las pendientes y orientaciones del entorno, o la existencia de cordones morrénicos únicos o múltiples, son algunas de las variables principales que diferencian los tipos establecidos. Algunas lagunas han perdido su condición natural al haber sido represadas para usos hidroeléctricos y de regadío, en especial, las de tipología genética de hoya-valle.
Comment (vraiment) généraliser l’Éducation à la Vie Relationnelle, Affective et Sexuelle (EVRAS) à Bruxelles ?
Authors: Lannoo Alice , Duchêne Claire , Godin Isabelle , Tojerow Ilan
Published: August 2023

La généralisation de l’éducation à la vie relationnelle, affective et sexuelle (EVRAS) est un projet mis en place depuis de nombreuses années en RBC francophone. Malgré la mobilisation de politiques, de nombreux acteurs et d’établissements scolaires, plus de dix ans ont été nécessaires après son intégration dans les missions de l’enseignement pour que l’EVRAS devienne obligatoire à la rentrée 2023, sous une forme minimale. L’absence d’un réel parcours EVRAS tout au long de la scolarité est problématique et participe aux inégalités sociales de santé déjà fortement présentes à Bruxelles. Cette étude participe à l’élan récemment impulsé par la COCOF et a pour objectif de contribuer à la définition de futures politiques publiques ambitieuses à ce sujet : elle propose trois scénarios de généralisation de l’EVRAS dans l’enseignement obligatoire bruxellois francophone, accompagné chacun d’une modélisation budgétaire.
Hoe relationele, affectieve en seksuele opvoeding (echt) veralgemenen in Brussel
Authors: Lannoo Alice , Duchêne Claire , Godin Isabelle , Tojerow Ilan
Published: August 2023

La généralisation de l’éducation à la vie relationnelle, affective et sexuelle (EVRAS) est un projet mis en place depuis de nombreuses années en RBC francophone. Malgré la mobilisation de politiques, de nombreux acteurs et d’établissements scolaires, plus de dix ans ont été nécessaires après son intégration dans les missions de l’enseignement pour que l’EVRAS devienne obligatoire à la rentrée 2023, sous une forme minimale. L’absence d’un réel parcours EVRAS tout au long de la scolarité est problématique et participe aux inégalités sociales de santé déjà fortement présentes à Bruxelles. Cette étude participe à l’élan récemment impulsé par la COCOF et a pour objectif de contribuer à la définition de futures politiques publiques ambitieuses à ce sujet : elle propose trois scénarios de généralisation de l’EVRAS dans l’enseignement obligatoire bruxellois francophone, accompagné chacun d’une modélisation budgétaire.
How can we achieve a (truly) widespread implementation of education in relational, emotional and sexual life (EVRAS) in Brussels?
Authors: Lannoo Alice , Duchêne Claire , Godin Isabelle , Tojerow Ilan
Published: August 2023

La généralisation de l’éducation à la vie relationnelle, affective et sexuelle (EVRAS) est un projet mis en place depuis de nombreuses années en RBC francophone. Malgré la mobilisation de politiques, de nombreux acteurs et d’établissements scolaires, plus de dix ans ont été nécessaires après son intégration dans les missions de l’enseignement pour que l’EVRAS devienne obligatoire à la rentrée 2023, sous une forme minimale. L’absence d’un réel parcours EVRAS tout au long de la scolarité est problématique et participe aux inégalités sociales de santé déjà fortement présentes à Bruxelles. Cette étude participe à l’élan récemment impulsé par la COCOF et a pour objectif de contribuer à la définition de futures politiques publiques ambitieuses à ce sujet : elle propose trois scénarios de généralisation de l’EVRAS dans l’enseignement obligatoire bruxellois francophone, accompagné chacun d’une modélisation budgétaire.
Bozzetti und Pseudo-Bozzetti aus Terrakotta in der Berliner Skulpturensammlung
Authors: Krahn Volker
Published: August 2023

In der Berliner Skulpturensammlung gibt es etliche Terrakotten aus der Renaissance, die als Modelle angesehen werden. Die genaue Bestimmung als Modell oder Nachahmung ist allerdings nicht immer eindeutig. Ein prominentes Beispiel hierfür ist das erst kürzlich restaurierte, nach einem Marmororiginal von Antonio Rossellino entstandene Tonrelief, dessen kunsthistorische Einordnung Ende des 19. Jahrhunderts heftige Diskussionen auslöste. Ausgehend von diesem Werk werden einige Terrakotten vorgestellt und ihr jeweiliger Status erläutert.
The Kress Madonna: Revelations of an Extraordinary Sculpture
Authors: Cristanetti Simona
Published: August 2023

The National Gallery of Art’s early Renaissance Kress Madonna was the subject of a multi-year study carried out at the National Gallery encompassing the treatment and in-depth technical study of the terracotta sculpture. The project combined scientific, art historical and conservation aspects to address questions of manufacture, history and function. The investigation provided significant insight into the artist’s working process, and revealed several important features hitherto unknown about this work’s manufacture.
Terres célèbres, terres révélées et terres énigmatiques : terres et ateliers dans l’Italie de la Renaissance
Authors: Bouquillon Anne , Bormand Marc , Doublet Christel
Published: August 2023

À partir d’un corpus d’environ soixante œuvres en terre cuite polychromée de la Renaissance italienne conservées dans les collections françaises, l’analyse chimique des pâtes argileuses a permis d’établir une première base de données. Elle comporte cinq groupes correspondant à des régions de production différentes : deux pour la Toscane, très bien caractérisés, les trois autres, plus hypothétiques, pour l’Italie du Nord.
La polychromie des sculptures italiennes de la Renaissance. À l’origine des couleurs, état d’avancement des analyses menées au C2RMF
Authors: Le Hô Anne-Solenn
Published: August 2023

L’Italie a connu, au cours de la Renaissance, un contexte économique et politique prospère, assise d’une activité artistique exceptionnelle. Celle-ci s’illustrait par une remarquable technicité dans de nombreux domaines : peinture, architecture… Dans ce contexte actif, la production de sculptures en terre cuite polychromées, parfois également glaçurées, témoigne de la diversité et de la richesse des savoir-faire.Leur analyse systématique au C2RMF, dans le cadre d’un programme mené conjointement avec le département des Sculptures du musée du Louvre depuis plusieurs années, a permis de mieux connaître les matériaux et les techniques de la polychromie et de la dorure utilisés par les artistes italiens, tout en mettant en lumière l’éclat des décors passés.
Le analisi scientifiche rivelano un’opera d’arte sconosciuta : il Compianto di Michele da Firenze. Risultati e confronti con altri gruppi in terracotta restaurati all’OPD
Authors: Galeotti Monica
Published: August 2023

In questo contributo si è voluto offrire una panoramica generale del lavoro svolto all’Opificio nell’ambito delle terrecotte policrome rinascimentali, prendendo spunto da uno degli ultimi e più stimolanti lavori affrontati, quello del Compianto di Michele da Firenze, ritrovato dietro un muro del complesso monastico di San Geminiano a Modena. Seguendo le diverse fasi del restauro di questo gruppo scultoreo sono stati discussi i vari aspetti materici che costituiscono questa tipologia di opere (il supporto in terracotta, la preparazione, la policromia) attingendo ad esempi tratti dalla banca dati dell’Opificio.
Digital Education System During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Authors: Agrawal Anurag Vijay , Pitchai R. , Senthamaraikannan C. , Alangudi Balaji N. , Sajithra S. , Boopathi Sampath
Published: August 2023

In this chapter, the growth and utilisation of digital technologies in the Indian education system during the COVID-19 pandemic have been illustrated. During a pandemic lockdown, all humans live alone in their homes to limit COVID-19 spread. A lot of digital tools have been used in Indian schools and colleges to improve or sustain the teaching and learning processes. However, some impacts and causes have been observed while using new digital platforms during that time. The utilisation of digital tools for the school and higher education systems has been elaborately explained in this chapter. In addition, the future scope and summary of digital technology utilizations have been derived.
The Role of Multimedia Learning Theory and Digital Distraction in Learning and Instructional Design in Higher Education
Authors: Ateş-Çobanoğlu Alev , Ülker Halilcan , Altun Eralp
Published: August 2023

The instructional design and technology (IDT) field is broad and interdisciplinary which complicates the role of instructional technologists. It is reported that IDT studies mainly concern hard, computer-based technologies and there is a lack of studies about learning theories and design frameworks. Therefore, the present chapter starts with the introduction to the field of IDT in 21st century higher education. Second, it continues with defining multimedia learning theory with its design principles for online learning environments which is considered to be critical for learning in a digitally driven age. Third, the concept of digital distraction is introduced which is a critical issue for effectiveness and efficiency of online learning experiences. It is implied that the digital distraction of university students is at an alarming level. In sum, the present chapter deals with revisiting instructional and learning design concepts along with multimedia learning and digital distraction issues.
On the Use of Rubrics to Evaluate Online English for Specific Purposes Learners
Authors: Moreno Ana Ibanez
Published: August 2023

This chapter presents the results of a preliminary study which consisted of (1) the design, and (2) preliminary testing of a series of automated assessment tools, which were used in a virtual course of English for Tourism, level B2, to promote students' learning autonomy and self-evaluation. These rubrics were used to assess two activities: a writing task, where students had to create an audio description script of a touristic video, and an oral task, where students had to record themselves and produce their own audio described sequence of the selected clip. Then, for each task they had to assess themselves by filling in two corresponding rubrics. These rubrics were also used by the tutors to assess the same tasks. After that, the results of the rubrics were compared. The preliminary results show that the rubrics helped students obtain better feedback and develop a more accurate sense of their own progress.
The Future of Restaurants
Authors: Pagaldiviti Sandilyan Ramanujam , Roy Birendra Kishore
Published: August 2023

In the present day the restaurant and the food service industry has metamorphosed into such a sophisticated industry where every day some innovative and creative are happening. It's a fact that in the 21st century, and especially after Covid people have become more conscious in choosing any food and any food outlets. Modern technology has come into the picture to provide information and offer solution pertaining to the customers' preferences. This chapter is mainly looks into details mainly of these aspects: use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Robotics in food service and precision cooking, the growth of different apps and influencers on social media/internet that tells customer what to eat and where to eat, and the restaurant and the food industry by force had to adopt certain technologies like contact less service and digital menu etc. for survival and sustainability during Covid. The objective is to present both the advantages as well the demerits of technology & come up with recommended guidelines which would help the customer to choose desired food and restaurant preferences.
Explorations of the Links Between Multiculturalism and Religious Diversity
Authors: Singha Surjit , Singha Ranjit , Ruben V. Muthu
Published: August 2023

This chapter explores the complex intersections of multiculturalism and religious diversity in educational settings. It examines the religious landscape in the context of education and how religious diversity is addressed in educational policies and procedures. It discusses the role of faith in education, highlighting its importance and potential limitations. Furthermore, it explores the interplay between multiculturalism and religious diversity, identifying potential challenges and opportunities. Strategies for addressing these challenges and leveraging the opportunities are discussed, including intercultural dialogue, curriculum integration, and parent and community engagement. The chapter presents case studies that illustrate the complexities of multiculturalism and religious diversity in educational practices, analyzing their successes and challenges. Lessons learned from these case studies and implications for future practice are discussed, emphasizing the need for policy development, curriculum design, teacher training, and community engagement.
Faith and Culture in Education
Authors: Singha Ranjit , Singha Surjit
Published: August 2023

This chapter explores the role of faith and religious diversity in educational practices, focusing on creating and sustaining inclusive environments. Educators can foster a sense of belonging for students from diverse backgrounds by understanding the importance of faith-based education, creating safe spaces for discussion around faith and culture, and promoting inclusivity. The chapter examines the impact of exclusion and discrimination on students from diverse faith backgrounds and offers strategies for promoting diversity and inclusion in the classroom and school community. By embracing diversity and promoting inclusivity, we can create positive and productive learning environments that celebrate diversity and encourage respect for all students. The chapter concludes with a call to action for educators to create inclusive environments that value diversity and promote respect for all students.
Groundwater Contamination Forecasting Using Automated Machine Learning
Authors: Narayanan Sathya , Miraclin Denisha , Dangate Milind , Chaudhari Deepak
Published: August 2023

Because of the subsurface's inherent geologic unpredictability, it is difficult to forecast the fate and transit of groundwater contaminants. To solve the equation for advection, dispersion, and reactivity, forecasting the flow of pollutants has been done using simplified geology and accepted assumptions. It may soon be possible to use extensive groundwater quality data from long-term polluted sites to feed machine learning algorithms that predict the spread of pollution plumes and enhance site management. The objective of this study was to first utilise extensive historical data from groundwater monitoring well samples to better understand the complex relationships between groundwater quality parameters, and then to construct a useful model for predicting the time until site closure.
Rice Husk and Waste Paper as Feedstocks for Synthesis of Microcrystalline Cellulose
Authors: Kulkarni Sunil Jayant , Bhatikare Gaurav , Shinde Akash
Published: August 2023

Microcrystalline cellulose is a valuable material with applications in pharmaceutical, medical and food industries. Its crystalline nature and physical properties make it a unique material used as an anti-caking agent, an emulsifier, an extender, a bulking agent texturizer and a fat substitute. Microcrystalline cellulose can be synthesized from various cellulose materials. In current investigation, rice husk and waste papers are used as feedstocks for synthesis of microcrystalline cellulose. Hydrolysis, pulping, bleaching and drying are steps in MCC synthesis with deinking as additional step for waste papers. The products were analysed by FTIR method and results were compared with reference for interpretation. Rice husk and waste papers were found to have excellent potential as microcrystalline cellulose feedstock.
Artificial Intelligence Applications in Water Treatment and Water Resource Assessment
Authors: Sudhakar M.
Published: August 2023

This chapter explores the use of AI in water treatment, evaporation management, and water resource management. It begins with an introduction, highlighting AI's motivation and objectives. The chapter then discusses AI applications, challenges, and opportunities in their implementation. It compares traditional approaches and AI-driven solutions for evaporation control and optimization, and presents case studies and applications to demonstrate real-world examples. The chapter also discusses water resource management challenges, data-driven modeling, forecasting, optimization, and decision support systems. It also discusses the benefits and limitations of AI, interdisciplinary collaboration, ethical considerations, and policy frameworks for responsible AI implementation. The chapter also provides recommendations for future research to advance AI in water treatment and resource management.
The Evolution of AI and Its Transformative Effects on Computing
Authors: Vashishth Tarun Kumar , Kumar Bhupendra , Sharma Vikas , Chaudhary Sachin , Kumar Sunil , Sharma Kewal Krishan
Published: August 2023

Artificial intelligence (AI) has become one of the most significant technological advancements in recent years. It is transforming various sectors and industries, including computing, and it has the potential to significantly impact the future of computing. This paper presents a comparative study on the impact of AI on the future of computing. The study analyzes the current state of AI in computing and its future prospects, including the potential benefits and challenges. The study compares the impact of AI on different areas of computing, such as hardware, software, and infrastructure. Additionally, the paper discusses the implications of AI for different stakeholders, including businesses, governments, and individuals. Finally, the study concludes by outlining potential research directions in the field of AI and computing.
Artificial Intelligence in Tongue Image Recognition
Authors: Chu Hongli , Ji Yanhong , Zhu Dingju , Ye Zhanhao , Tan Jianbin , Hou Xianping , Lin Yujie
Published: August 2023

Tongue image recognition is a traditional Chinese medicine diagnosis method, which uses the shape, color, and texture of the tongue to judge the health of the human body. With the rapid development of artificial intelligence technology, the application of artificial intelligence in the field of tongue recognition has been widely considered. Based on the intelligent analysis of tongue diagnosis in traditional Chinese medicine, this paper reviews the application progress of artificial intelligence in tongue image recognition in recent years and analyzes its potential and challenges in this field. Firstly, this paper introduces three steps of tongue image recognition, including tongue image acquisition, tongue image preprocessing, and tongue image feature analysis. The application of traditional methods and artificial intelligence methods in the whole process of tongue image recognition is reviewed, especially the tongue body segmentation, and the advantages and disadvantages of convolutional neural networks are analyzed and compared. Artificial intelligence can use technologies such as deep learning and computer vision to automatically analyze and extract features from tongue images. By constructing a tongue image recognition model, tongue shape, color, texture, and other features can be accurately recognized and quantitatively analyzed. Finally, this paper summarizes the problems existing in artificial intelligence in tongue image recognition and looks forward to the future developmental direction of this field. It can promote the modernization of TCM diagnostic methods, achieve early disease screening and prevention, personalized medicine and treatment optimization, and support medical research and knowledge accumulation. However, there is still a need for further validation and practice, with a focus on patient privacy and data security.
The Impact of Human Resource Management Strategies on the Strategic Success of Cellular Communications Companies in Jordan
Authors: Al-Tarawneh Khalaf
Published: August 2023

The study aims to identify the impact of HRMS on the strategic success in the cellular communications companies in Jordan. To achieve the objective of the study, questionnaires were collected from 318 employees working at all administrative levels. The sample strategy was selected from the managers in the Jordanian telecommunications companies from the lower, middle, and senior management in all centers and branches in Jordan. The most important results of the study are the telecommunications companies in Jordan keep pace with the development in the fine specializations suitable for the services they provide to customers through attracting strategies that keep pace with technological developments in the communications environment. The recommendations are the need for an institutional governance of employment policies in telecommunications companies, which should be clear within the framework of instructions from within the company and from the government sector, and effective focus on applying the compensation strategy and its understanding by workers in the investigated companies.
Neuro-Based Consensus Seeking for Nonlinear Uncertainty Multi-Agent Systems Constrained by Dead-Zone Input
Authors: Qin Zhenhua , Gai Rongjun
Published: August 2023

The topic about consensus target track seeking for high-order nonlinear multi-agent systems (MASs) with unmodeled dynamics, dynamic disturbances, and dead-zone input is considered in the paper. Using the strong nonlinear map characteristic of radial basis function neural networks (RBFNNs), the complex functions arising from recursive procedure are simplified. Also, inspired by input-to-state practical stability (ISpS), the authors construct a dynamical signal in order to counteract the impact of unmodeled dynamics and dynamic disturbances. The bounded inequality expression has been applied to tackle the unknown input of dead zone. Based on this, consensus control protocol suitable for nonlinear constraints has been constructed by using the recursive backstepping technique and adaptive neural network method. Theoretical analysis indicates not only the uniform boundary of all signals in the closed-loop under the neuro-based consensus controller, but uniform ultimate convergence of consensus tracking errors. The final simulations also confirmed the correctness of the theoretical analysis.
Corrosion of Concrete in a Water Management Structure in Conditions of Biogenic Sulfuric Acid Aggression
Authors: Iurchenko Valentyna , Melnikova Oksana , Levashova Yuliia , Kosenko Nataliia
Published: August 2023

Concrete is a construction material that is extremely widely used in the construction of water management facilities. However, in the presence of hydrogen sulfide in the gas-air operating environment, concrete can undergo extremely aggressive biogenic sulfuric acid corrosion. The paper presents the results of an experimental chemical, physico-chemical and phase study of concrete samples from the surface part of the gravity sewage collector and the primary sump of the city sewage facilities and oil trap at the oil production site. It was proved that all concrete samples were subjected to biogenic sulfuric acid aggression, to the greatest extent – a sample from a city sewage collector.
CSF-1R+ Macrophages Control the Gut Microbiome–Enhanced Liver Invariant NKT Function through IL-18
Authors: Ma Chi , McCallen Justin , McVey John C , Trehan Rajiv , Bauer Kylynda , Zhang Qianfei , Ruf Benjamin , Wang Sophie , Lai Chunwei Walter , Trinchieri Giorgio , Berzofsky Jay A , Korangy Firouzeh , Greten Tim F
Published: August 2023

The gut microbiome is an important modulator of the host immune system. In this study, we found that altering the gut microbiome by oral vancomycin increases liver invariant NKT (iNKT) cell function. Enhanced iNKT cytokine production and activation marker expression were observed in vancomycin-treated mice following both Ag-specific and Ag-independent in vivo iNKT stimulations, with a more prominent effect in the liver than in the spleen. Fecal transplantation studies demonstrated that the iNKT functional regulation is mediated by altering the gut microbiome but uncoupled from the modulation of iNKT cell population size. Interestingly, when stimulated in vitro, iNKT cells from vancomycin-treated mice did not show increased activation, suggesting an indirect regulation. iNKT cells expressed high levels of IL-18 receptor, and vancomycin increased the expression of IL-18 in the liver. Blocking IL-18 by neutralizing Ab or using genetically deficient mice attenuated the enhanced iNKT activation. Liver macrophages were identified as a major source of IL-18. General macrophage depletion by clodronate abolished this iNKT activation. Using anti–CSF-1R depletion or LyzCrexCSF-1RLsL-DTR mice identified CSF-1R+ macrophages as a critical modulator of iNKT function. Vancomycin treatment had no effect on iNKT cell function in vivo in IL-18 knockout macrophage reconstituted mice. Together, our results demonstrate that the gut microbiome controls liver iNKT function via regulating CSF-1R+ macrophages to produce IL-18.
A case of coxsackievirus A16-induced hand-foot-mouth disease mimicking erythema multiforme
Authors: Koizumi Shigeru , Inafuku Kazuhiro
Published: August 2023

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Deep Vein Thrombosis in a Medical Ward - Incidence and Risk Factors
Authors: Lenin Audrin , Sudarsanam Thambu David , Mannam Pavithra
Published: August 2023

Objectives:

Primary objective: The incidence of deep vein thrombosis in patients admitted to a medical ward.

Methods:

We conducted a prospective cohort to assess the incidence of deep vein thrombosis in patients admitted in a medical of our tertiary care center between October 2014 and May 2015. We excluded patients who had a preexisting deep vein thrombosis or a pulmonary embolism and patients on therapeutic anticoagulation. A bedside ultrasound machine was used for screening for deep vein thrombosis in the internal jugular, axillary, femoral, and popliteal veins. Noncompressibility of the vein compared to the artery was suggestive of thrombosis.

Results:

Among the 43 patients included in the study, 3 (6.98%) patients developed deep vein thrombosis. The incidence density is 7.48 per 1000 patient-days. One patient developed a central venous catheter-associated deep vein thrombosis. Multivariate analysis showed that the duration of hospital stay of more than 7 days was associated with a higher risk of development of deep vein thrombosis (odds ratio: 1.17 [confidence interval: 1.016–1.349]).

Conclusions:

The incidence of deep vein thrombosis among patients admitted in a medical ward of a tertiary care hospital in South India was 7.48 per 1000 patient-days. Hospital admission of more than 7 days was found to be a significant independent risk factor for development of deep vein thrombosis in our study.
COVID-19 and Cardiovascular Diseases
Authors: Kumar Barun , Nigam Abhimanyu , Soni Shishir , Kumar Vikas , Singh Anupam , Chawla Omna
Published: August 2023

The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has affected millions of people worldwide adversely affecting the cardiovascular health apart from predominant involvement of the lungs. Severe acute respiratory syndrome-coronavirus-2 (SARS-CoV-2) which is the agent of COVID-19 can affect various tissues other than lungs including heart and vascular tissues. Thus, cardiovascular diseases are common extra pulmonary manifestations of this illness. This review provides an insight into the cardiovascular manifestations of the COVID-19 disease.
Role of Integrative Wellness in the Care of Cardiometabolic Disorders
Authors: Kaur Navjyot , Talwar K. K.
Published: August 2023

The cardio-metabolic disorders are now the leading cause of morbidity and mortality all around the world. Though genetics play a role, most of these diseases have a causal relationship with smoking, environmental pollution, unhealthy food habits, sedentary lifestyle, and alcohol abuse. Poor mental state, depression, and stress have also been found to aggravate the risk to develop these diseases. These diseases are thus clubbed under diseases related to unhealthy lifestyle. The pathogenesis of these diseases is atherosclerosis or hardening of the blood vessels that occur due to constant inflammatory stress aggravated by the above-said risk factors. Since last decade, every third death is caused by a cardiovascular disease. Apart from high mortality, these are chronic disorders with no permanent cure requiring life-long medication and lifestyle changes. The patients suffering from these diseases not only undergo a decrease in their physical endurance and functional capacity but also suffer from depression, self-pity, and financial burden leading to an unhealthy lifestyle and a vicious cycle. This causes a huge burden on the health care system in the country and hence requires a wholesome approach to the prevention and management of these diseases. The integrated wellness encompasses the best of conventional medicine and evidence-based complementary medicine and lifestyle measures to provide the patient a wholesome management plan. This aims to a better patient-doctor relationship, better compliance, trust, and better lifestyle choices. The center of the integrated wellness remains the patient rather than the disease.
Zappa–Szép products for partial actions of groupoids on left cancellative small categories
Authors: Ortega Eduard , Pardo Enrique
Published: August 2023

We study groupoid actions on left cancellative small categories and their associated Zappa–Szép products. We show that certain left cancellative small categories with nice length functions can be seen as Zappa–Szép products. We compute the associated tight groupoids, characterizing important properties of them, like being Hausdorff, effective, and minimal. Finally, we determine amenability of the tight groupoid under mild, reasonable hypotheses.
Wnt signaling pathway inhibitor promotes mesenchymal stem cells differentiation into cardiac progenitor cells in vitro and improves cardiomyopathy in vivo
Authors: Muneer Rabbia , Qazi Rida-e-Maria , Fatima Abiha , Ahmad Waqas , Salim Asmat , Dini Luciana , Khan Irfan
Published: August 2023

The art of constructing an insightful literature review manuscript has witnessed an exemplar in the work of Oz et al (2023), wherein concept progression harmoniously merges with figures and tables. Reflecting on retrospective data science, it is evident that well-cited articles can wield a transformative influence on the Journal Citation Reports Impact Factor score, as exemplified by Robert Weinberg’s landmark on cancer (Hanahan and Weinberg, 2011). Here, we aim to spotlight a commendable contribution by Tuba Oz, Ajeet Kaushik, and Małgorzata Kujawska in this issue while pivoting towards identifying the hallmarks of a subpar literature review-elements that hinder rather than promote advancement. The hurdles and roadblocks encountered within subpar literature reviews are multifold. Anticipation of emerging trends, identification of challenges, and exploration of solutions remain conspicuously absent. Original Contributions fail to surface amidst the vast sea of pre-existing literature, with noticeable gaps amplified by the lack of illustrative figures and tables. The manuscript, at times, assumes a skeletal form, reflecting an attempt to accommodate an excess of references, leading to convoluted sentences laden with citations. In contrast, a potent solution lies in adopting a comprehensive approach. A nuanced and critical evaluation of sources can culminate in a robust discussion, surpassing the mere summarization of conclusions drawn by others. This approach, often dismissed, holds the potential to elevate clarity, coherence, and logical flow, ultimately inviting engaged readership and coveted citations. The critical necessity of integrating visionary insights is underscored and achieved through a rigorous analysis of pivotal concepts and innovative ideas. Examples can be harnessed to elucidate the application of these solutions. We advocate a paradigm shift, urging literature review writers to embrace the readers’ perspective. A literature review’s purpose extends beyond providing a comprehensive panorama; it should illuminate avenues for concept development within a specific field of interest. By achieving this balance, literature reviews stand to captivate a devoted readership, paving the way for manuscripts that are both widely read and frequently cited. The pathway forward requires a fusion of astute analysis and visionary insights, shaping the future of literature review composition.
Service quality of transport networks and industrial production costs in a developping country: the Algerian example
Authors: Alphaize Xavier , Ercole Francis
Published: August 2023

Transport plays an active part in the economic development of developing countries. A deterioration in the service quality of the infrastructure has an influence notably on industrial production costs. Two criteria enable us to judge the variation in the service quality of the infrastructure: the deterioration and the saturation of networks.We can more easily see the interrelation between the variables concerning the service quality of transport networks and those relation to industrial activity by the use of an econometric model. The model put forward, which takes Algeria as its example, came accross the difficulty of only having a limited amount of data. Nevertheless, the results of the model do not contradict the theories put forward, and allow us to bring up the problem of the need for better qualitative adaptation of transport to the industrial sector.

Le transport assume une fonction active sur l'évolution économique des pays en voie de développement. Une dégradation de la qualité de service des infrastructures a notamment une incidence sur l'évolution des coûts de production industrielle. Deux critères permettent d'apprécier la variation de la qualité de service des infrastructures ; la dégradation et la saturation des réseaux.Un modèle économétrique permet de faciliter la perception de l'interrelation entre les variables relatives à la qualité de service des réseaux de transport et celles relatives à l'activité industrielle. Le modèle proposé, qui prend l'Algérie comme terrain d'application, s'est heurté à la difficulté de ne disposer que d'un nombre limité de données. Cependant les résultats du modèle n'infirment pas les propositions théoriques avancées et permettent de poser le problème de la nécessité d'une meilleure adaptation qualitative des transports au secteur industriel.
Is an evaluation of an optimal level of traffic noise possible?
Authors: Lambert Jacques
Published: August 2023

Most social surveys suggest that noise, especially road traffic noise, is a common problem from the public's standpoint. Its abatement conducts to high expenditures for the whole community.This paper presents the application and the criticisms of cost-benefit analysis in the field of noise.First, some theoretical aspects of environmental economics are described (social cost, optimal noise level).Secondly is discussed the complex question of the monetary evaluation of damages through the impact of noise on property value. So, the author brings out the difficulties in applying this method to real-world noise problems and recommends this nuisance to be taken into account through more realistic methods, as cost-effectiveness approach, even if a part of subjectiveness is included in the judgment of the decision maker.

Le bruit de circulation est la nuisance d'environnement la plus citée dans les enquêtes. Sa réduction conduit inévitablement à des dépenses supportées par la collectivité.Cet article présente l'application et les critiques de la méthode coût-avantage dans le domaine du bruit.Après avoir rappelé quelques éléments de la théorie économique de l'environnement (coût social/niveau de bruit optimal)Il est abordé le délicat problème de l'évaluation monétaire des dommages à travers les effets du bruit sur le prix des logements. Ainsi l'auteur met en relief les difficultés d'application de cette méthode et recommande que cette nuisance soit prise en compte a travers des méthodes d'évaluation plus réalistes, de type coût-efficacité, même si celle-ci inclue par définition une part de subjectivité dans le jugement du décideur.
Eléments méthodologiques d’appréciation de l’utilité du transport aérien domestique : le cas de la création d’un réseau régional au Mexique
Authors: Domenach Olivier , Quercy Michel
Published: August 2023

This article tries to present a method dealing with the utility of the regional aerian trans¬port. Complementary to traditional methods of planification of aerian trans¬port networks, it aims to appreciate the socio-economical effect of a new ser¬vice or of a new network from an analysis of the spaces in urban and regional functions terms. This method is applied in the case of the creation of the Mexican regional aerian network.

Cet article a pour objet de présenter une méthode d'appréciation de l'utilité du transport aérien régional. Complémentaire des méthodes traditionnelles d'aide à la planification des réseaux de transport aérien, qui ne permettent pas d'apprécier le rôle d'une nouvelle liaison autrement que par le niveau de trafic potentiel exprimé, elle vise à apprécier l'impact socio-économique d'une nouvelle desserte, ou d'un nouveau réseau à partir d'une analyse des espaces en termes de fonctions urbaines et régionales et des besoins de déplacement qu'elles génèrent. Cette méthode est appliquée au cas de la création d'un réseau aérien régional au Mexique.
Un concept fécond : la consommation d’espace temps
Authors: Marchand Louis
Published: August 2023

Usually focused in the CBD, main activities of urban conur¬bations generate heavy traffic volumes over short periods of time.Therefore, scarcity of street space in the centers makes it necessary to consider the space consumed by each mode of transport such as private car, cycle, walking and public transport.A new concept: the m2 x hour (or square meter x hour) enables to quantify these space consumptions including travelling of parking time.For instance, it shows that an home-work trip, based on an average length, when made by car, consumes 90 times more space than the same trip made by metro, 45 times more space than if walking, 4 times more than if made by cycle and from 8 to 30 times more when made by bus (depending whether the bus runs in the general traffic or on a priority lane).Generally speaking this concept allows to understand the trends and proportions in which that or-allotment (or creation) of street space in urban centers could or should occur between the different users so that to ensure the best overall productivity.This last value is all the better determined as a money value can be given to this space consumption (one m2 x hour equal on the average 0,20 F to 0,40 F).This leads to the fact that the existing and created space markets are balanced enough as to form actually a single market.

Les centres des agglomérations focalisent les principales fonctions urbaines et engendrent de ce fait des volumes de déplacements très importants, le plus souvent concentrés dans le temps. La rareté de l'espace au sol dans ces centres conduit donc à s'interroger sur la consommation d'espace propre à chaque mode de transport : automobile, deux-roues, transports collectifs et marche à pied. Un concept nouveau - le m2 x heure -permet de quantifier ces consommations en tenant compte à la fois de la circulation et du stationnement des véhicules. Il montre par exemple qu'un déplacement domicile-travail de longueur moyenne, effectué en automobile, consomme 90 fois plus d'espace que s'il est réalisé en métro, 45 fois plus qu'à pied, 4 fois plus qu'en deux-roues et de 8 à 30 fois plus qu'en autobus, selon que ce dernier circule sur voirie banale ou bien bénéficie d'une voie réservée. Plus généralement, ce concept éclaire le sens et les proportions selon lesquels peut ou doit s'effectuer, dans les centres urbains, une redistribution (ou une création) d'espace de voirie entre ses différents utilisateurs, afin d'en assurer une productivité globale satisfaisante. Celle-ci est d'autant mieux cernée qu'une valeur monétaire peut être attribuée à cette conservation d'espace (1 m2 x heure vaut en moyenne de 0,20 à 0,40 F) : en effet, tout se passe comme si les marchés de l'espace existant et de l'espace créé étaient assez équilibrés pour ne constituer en effet qu'un seul marché.
Urban transportation in Curitiba: a technocratic continuity.
Authors: Darbéra Richard
Published: August 2023

Curitiba is a large size Brazilian city rightly famous for the quality of its transport policy. This policy, apparently straightforward and unexpensive, has been quoted very often as an example for the cities of the developing countries. However, up to now, no other city has been able to fully implement it.The explanation holds on two ingredients that have always been neglected in the numerous reports and articles on the Curitiba model: a specific political and institutional framework on the one hand and an unexpected role for the local planning agency on the other hand.This paper describes the Curitiba model; it also explains the rather specific political and institutional conditions that allowed the effective implementation of this policy in Curitiba (namely the absence of strong economic actors and a remarquable continuous filiation between politicians and bureaucrats throughout the period); it finally insists upon two key functions that any local planning agency should no neglect: monitoring and propaganda.

Curitiba est une grande ville brésilienne justement célèbre pour la qualité de sa politique de transport. Cette politique, apparemment simple et peu coûteuse, a souvent été citée comme un exemple pour les villes des pays en développement. Mais à ce jour aucune autre ville n'a réussi à la mettre en œuvre.Cela tient à deux ingrédients toujours négligés dans les nombreux exposés qui ont été faits du modèle de Curitiba : le contexte politico-institutionnel et le rôle inattendu de l'agence locale d'urbanisme.Cet article décrit le modèle de Curitiba ; il explique aussi les conditions sociopolitiques assez particulières qui ont permis la mise en œuvre effective de cette politique à Curitiba ; il insiste enfin sur deux fonctions clés souvent négligées qu'une agence locale de planification doit remplir pour assurer le succès du modèle.