bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Confidence intervals for coefficient of variation of Delta-Birnbaum-Saunders distribution with application to wind speed data
Authors: Janthasuwan Usanee , Niwitpong Suparat , Niwitpong Sa-Aat
Published: December 2024

The delta-Birnbaum-Saunders distribution is considered a relatively new distribution that combines the Birnbaum-Saunders distribution with data that include zero values. Furthermore, the coefficient of variation is important because it provides a standardized measure of relative variability that can be calculated from the ratio of the standard deviation to the mean. Consequently, this study focuses on constructing confidence intervals for the coefficient of variation of the delta-Birnbaum-Saunders distribution. We have proposed three methods for constructing confidence intervals: the generalized confidence interval based on the variance-stabilized transformation, the generalized confidence interval based on the Wilson score method, and the normal approximation compared with the bootstrap confidence interval. The performance of all these methods was compared using coverage probabilities and expected lengths through Monte Carlo simulations using the R statistical software, and various parameters were comprehensively specified. The study results revealed that the generalized confidence interval based on the variance stabilized transformation and the generalized confidence interval based on the Wilson score method provided similar results and were the best-performing methods. Additionally, the study results show that as the sample size increases, all methods tend to become more effective. Finally, we applied all the methods presented to wind speed data from Ubon Ratchathani province and Si Sa Kat province in Thailand.
Statistical analysis of stress–strength in a newly inverted Chen model from adaptive progressive type-Ⅱ censoring and modelling on light-emitting diodes and pump motors
Authors: Alotaibi Refah , Nassar Mazen , Khan Zareen A. , Elshahhat Ahmed
Published: December 2024

A system's reliability is defined as the likelihood that its strength surpasses its stress, referred to as the stress–strength index. In this work, we introduce a new stress–strength model based on the inverted Chen distribution. By analyzing the failure times of organic white light-emitting diodes and pump motors, we focus on the inferences of the stress–strength index $ \mathfrak{R} = P(Y < X) $, where: (1) the strength $ (X) $ and stress $ (Y) $ are independent random variables following inverted Chen distributions, and (2) the data are acquired using the adaptive progressive type-Ⅱ censoring plan. The inferences are based on two estimation approaches: maximum likelihood and Bayesian. The Bayes estimates are obtained with the Markov Chain Monte Carlo sampling process leveraging the squared error and LINEX loss functions. Furthermore, two approximate confidence intervals and two credible intervals are developed. A simulation study is done to examine the various estimations presented in this work. To assess the effectiveness of different point and interval estimates, some precision metrics are applied, especially root mean square error, interval length, and coverage probability. Finally, two practical problems are examined to demonstrate the significance and applicability of the given estimation approaches. The analysis demonstrates the suitability of the proposed model for examining engineering data and highlights the superiority of the Bayesian estimation approach in estimating the unknown parameters.
Integrating biomarkers for hemostatic disorders into computational models of blood clot formation: A systematic review
Authors: Al Bannoud Mohamad , Martins Tiago Dias , de Lima Montalvão Silmara Aparecida , Annichino-Bizzacchi Joyce Maria , Filho Rubens Maciel , Maciel Maria Regina Wolf
Published: December 2024

In the pursuit of personalized medicine, there is a growing demand for computational models with parameters that are easily obtainable to accelerate the development of potential solutions. Blood tests, owing to their affordability, accessibility, and routine use in healthcare, offer valuable biomarkers for assessing hemostatic balance in thrombotic and bleeding disorders. Incorporating these biomarkers into computational models of blood coagulation is crucial for creating patient-specific models, which allow for the analysis of the influence of these biomarkers on clot formation. This systematic review aims to examine how clinically relevant biomarkers are integrated into computational models of blood clot formation, thereby advancing discussions on integration methodologies, identifying current gaps, and recommending future research directions. A systematic review was conducted following the PRISMA protocol, focusing on ten clinically significant biomarkers associated with hemostatic disorders: D-dimer, fibrinogen, Von Willebrand factor, factor Ⅷ, P-selectin, prothrombin time (PT), activated partial thromboplastin time (APTT), antithrombin Ⅲ, protein C, and protein S. By utilizing this set of biomarkers, this review underscores their integration into computational models and emphasizes their integration in the context of venous thromboembolism and hemophilia. Eligibility criteria included mathematical models of thrombin generation, blood clotting, or fibrin formation under flow, incorporating at least one of these biomarkers. A total of 53 articles were included in this review. Results indicate that commonly used biomarkers such as D-dimer, PT, and APTT are rarely and superficially integrated into computational blood coagulation models. Additionally, the kinetic parameters governing the dynamics of blood clot formation demonstrated significant variability across studies, with discrepancies of up to 1, 000-fold. This review highlights a critical gap in the availability of computational models based on phenomenological or first-principles approaches that effectively incorporate affordable and routinely used clinical test results for predicting blood coagulation. This hinders the development of practical tools for clinical application, as current mathematical models often fail to consider precise, patient-specific values. This limitation is especially pronounced in patients with conditions such as hemophilia, protein C and S deficiencies, or antithrombin deficiency. Addressing these challenges by developing patient-specific models that account for kinetic variability is crucial for advancing personalized medicine in the field of hemostasis.
Fordlandia
Authors: Jou Florence
Published: December 2024

Résumé : Cet article prend comme matériau de réflexion un texte poétique que j'ai écrit, intitulé Fordlandia (https://editionsjou.net/fordlandia/). Il mêle des extraits textuels, sonores, vidéos, photographies et notions théoriques pour appréhender mon processus de création.
La diplomacia del heredero en Castilla
Authors: González Óscar Villarroel
Published: December 2024

Es conocido que, durante su período como infante heredero, Alfonso X desarrolló una cierta actividad política junto a su padre. Aquí se analiza el uso que hizo de la diplomacia dentro de esa actividad política, revisando las causas para su utilización, los momentos, así como las formas en que se sirvió de ella mientras era heredero del reino y en vida de su padre. Para ello se releen las crónicas y las fuentes de archivo disponibles que nos transmiten una actividad ciertamente relevante y con características interesantes: tanto por sus formas, como por su relación con la política de su padre Fernando III de León y Castilla.
Une diplomatie sur le temps long
Authors: Leroux Zoe Plaza
Published: December 2024

Les recherches sur les négociations matrimoniales ont eu tendance à présenter les princes héritiers comme de simples objets de négociation dans les affaires diplomatiques. Cette perspective mérite d’être nuancée à la lumière du projet de mariage anglo-aragonais conduit sur la période 1268-1285. En effet, Pierre d’Aragon suivi de son fils Alphonse sont des acteurs centraux dans ces négociations. L'article étudie le rôle actif que certains héritiers royaux peuvent jouer dans le domaine de la diplomatie. Cette fonction se développe en parallèle de l’établissement du principe de succession dans la Couronne d’Aragon au XIIIe siècle qui transforme la figure du prince héritier en une incarnation du futur de la dynastie. Sa participation aux affaires diplomatiques permet dès lors de le préparer à son futur rôle de roi, mais également d’envisager les actions diplomatiques dans le temps long de la dynastie, au-delà de la simple durée d’un règne.
Philippe le Bel avant Philippe IV, quelle diplomatie? (1276 – 1285)
Authors: Perret Léo
Published: December 2024

Philippe le Bel est le primogenitus du royaume de France de 1276 à 1285. Ses premières activités diplomatiques se font au côté de son père, au début des années 1280 : il participe, avec les autres membres de la famille royale, aux rencontres avec Pierre III d’Aragon. Destinataire privilégié des lettres de l’infant Alphonse d’Aragon, il semble s’inscrire dans une diplomatie de primogeniti. Jusqu’en août 1285 ses activités diplomatiques sont fortement liées à celles de son frère cadet, Charles de Valois : les documents enregistrés aux Archives de la Couronne d’Aragon les mentionnent généralement en binôme. Sa chevalerie et ses noces, à l’Assomption 1285, en pleine préparation de l’expédition de la “Croisade d’Aragon’’, le font changer d’envergure. Devenu roi de Navarre, l’héritier du royaume de France participe au financement de l’expédition à travers le droit de fiefs que doivent payer les vassaux de Philippe III. Pendant le conflit, alors que Philippe le Bel prend part activement aux combats, il maintient des canaux de communication avec Pierre. Les chroniqueurs catalans le décrivent comme le représentant du parti aragonais en France, insistant sur l’opposition du primogenitus à son père, ce qui ne peut être validé par l’analyse de ses activités diplomatiques.
Os Ducas e a recompensa dificilmente dividida
Authors: Dias João Vicente de Medeiros Publio
Published: December 2024

A rebelião que levou os Comnenos ao poder, em 1081, foi bem-sucedida e resultante de vários apoios, o mais importante dos quais foi dado pelos Ducas, uma linhagem que já havia controlado o poder imperial e com a qual Aleixo era ligado por matrimônio. A posição tradicional da historiografia é de que esse foi o início de um governo aristocrático no qual os parentes do imperador desfrutavam de uma parcela do poder. Entretanto, estudos mais recentes contestam a extensão da distribuição de poder sob os Comnenos (1081-1118), alegando que esses imperadores eram mais centralizadores e tradicionais do que se pensava anteriormente. No entanto, de fato, os imperadores distribuíram o poder, principalmente Aleixo I (1081-1118), mas de forma mais restrita e pontual. Assim, em função do papel dos Ducas na rebelião, esperava-se que Aleixo I compartilhasse o poder com essa família, mas preferiu fazê-lo com sua mãe e seu irmão. Os Ducas, sentindo-se melindrados, não pouparam esforços para buscar espaço no regime, resultando em uma série de crises internas que contrapuseram diversos membros desse consorcio familiar que havia tomado o poder. Por fim, não foram bem-sucedidos. Contudo, essa reivindicação por poder partilhado produziu uma identidade paralela dos Ducas e discursos correspondentes, os quais perduraram após a morte de Aleixo I e continuaram existindo durante o reinado de João II (1118-1143). Esta identidade enfatizava o papel desta família na tomada do poder e na legitimação do novo imperador, assim como demandava espaço e poder. Este artigo tratará destes temas.
Négocier et contractualiser la présence juive dans les espaces germaniques
Authors: Sagasser Amélie
Published: December 2024

Cette contribution est consacrée à la négociation et à la contractualisation de la présence des juifs dans les espaces germaniques du Moyen Âge. En partant des privilèges accordés par l’évêque Rüdiger Huzmann et par l’empereur salien Henri IV, elle analyse comment, et dans quelle mesure, une communauté juive a été intégrée pour la première fois au sein d’une ville, Spire, dans les espaces germaniques à la fin du xie siècle. Au-delà des privilèges accordés, lʼexemple de Spire montre que lʼimplantation des juifs dans la ville tenait à des raisons économiques, mais aussi à des luttes de pouvoir entre souverains séculiers et ecclésiastiques dans lesquelles les évêchés étaient partie prenante. À partir de ce constat, la contribution s’interroge sur une éventuelle influence des collections canoniques afin de démontrer dans quelles mesures les privilèges de Spire (ou dʼautres plus tardifs) sʼinscrivaient (ou non) dans la tradition juridique de lʼépoque, notamment avec Burchard de Worms et son Decretum, mais aussi avec dʼautres collections canoniques qui fixaient un cadre juridique au sein duquel les acteurs séculiers et ecclésiaux pouvaient agir.
Entre o património francês e o Património Mundial da UNESCO: digressão pelo fim do império em Tipasa, Rabat e Grand-Bassam
Authors: Pearson Jessica Lynne
Published: December 2024

Este artigo estuda as dinâmicas decolonial e neocolonial que subjazem à designação de Património Mundial da UNESCO, explorando três locais anteriormente administrados por França: Tipasa (na Argélia, inscrita na lista da UNESCO em 1982); Rabat (Marrocos, 2012); e Grand-Bassam (Costa do Marfim, 2012). Sustenta-se que a UNESCO tem servido como plataforma para reescrever narrativas coloniais e também para branquear as histórias globais do imperialismo europeu. Enquanto a inclusão de Tipasa marcou uma rutura radical com o passado colonial, em Rabat e Grand-Bassam destacam-se as sinergias culturais franco-africanas. Esta tensão inerente entre as duas abordagens reflete uma ambivalência mais geral sobre o potencial transformador do turismo pós-colonial. Este artigo faz parte do dossier temático sobre Organizações Internacionais na Era da Descolonização, organizado por José Pedro Monteiro.
O modernismo historiográfico de António Sérgio: o caso da Introdução geográfico-sociológica à história de Portugal
Authors: Ledesma Alonso Ricardo
Published: December 2024

O ensaísmo histórico de António Sérgio tem sido profusamente estudado pela crítica académica, que tem privilegiado a sua dimensão epistemológica, quer dizer, a proposta de um conhecimento histórico não sistemático, problematizador e racionalista. Este artigo procura aprofundar um aspeto deste ensaísmo que não tem sido tratado com a mesma profundidade: a sua estética. A partir do estudo da Introdução geográfico-sociológica à história de Portugal (1941), propõe-se como hipótese que alguns dos seus elementos discursivos, tais como o perspectivismo, a sintaxe paratática, a estrutura analítica e o enfoque na experiência e não na ação intencional, merecem ser comparados e relacionados com as estratégias narrativas do modernismo literário português vigente na época.
Realist or Utopian Pacifist?
Authors: Nikolakakis Nikolaos
Published: December 2024

This study offers an in-depth exploration of Jean-Jacques Rousseau’s philosophy of international relations, an under-researched but crucial aspect of his political thought. We strongly argue that Rousseau understood the transformation of individuals into morally mature subjects as a process intimately intertwined with the development of a political community. According to Rousseau, this intricate connection cannot be fully grasped without considering the international society of states. The paper unpacks Rousseau’s contemplations on the dynamics of war, the mechanisms of peace, and the unique attributes of states. It provides an articulate argument that Rousseau does not adhere strictly to the doctrines of political realism or utopian pacifism. Rather, Rousseau carves out a nuanced viewpoint that transcends these conventional categorizations, offering a more complex and multifaceted understanding of the interconnectedness between domestic and international politics. In doing so, the paper’s analysis unveils a more thorough comprehension of Rousseau’s political philosophy, its roots, and its implications. It emphasizes his recognition of the internal and external forces influencing state behavior and his forward-looking ideas about international relations that anticipated later developments in the field. By emphasizing his enduring relevance, this study positions Rousseau as a pivotal figure whose ideas continue to resonate in contemporary debates surrounding international relations, contributing to our understanding of global politics.
Hydrogen Peroxide (H2O2) Decomposition as Green Propellant
Authors: Jabri Hajar , Sahibeddine Abdelaziz , Amrousse Rachid
Published: December 2024

Space propulsion technology facilitates the launch and maneuvering of spacecraft. Different propulsion systems are present, like electric, chemical, and those using pressure. Chemical reactions are primarily used for thrust in current space launches, with ongoing advancements. Hydrazine is widely employed due to its performance and stability, despite its toxicity. The hazardous nature of hydrazine necessitates rigorous safety protocols. Consequently, research aims to create “green propellants” that are less toxic yet effective. Owing to its remarkable traits, hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) is regularly chosen for being both effective and safe. Its catalytic decomposition can be enhanced with catalysts, producing energy for space missions while ensuring stability.
Catalytic Materials for Space Propulsion Applications
Authors: Souagh Adil , Remissa Imane , Amrousse Rachid
Published: December 2024

This chapter explores the critical role of catalytic materials in advancing the utilization of environmentally friendly propellants for space propulsion applications. Specifically, it focuses on the thermal decomposition and compositions of hydroxylammonium nitrate (HAN) and hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) as green propellants, highlighting their potential for sustainable propulsion systems. The chapter reviews innovative catalysts developed to enhance the thermal decomposition and combustion processes of these propellants, shedding light on the catalytic mechanisms involved. Furthermore, it discusses the practical implementation of HAN and H2O2 as thrusters, demonstrating their feasibility and efficiency in space missions. Through a comprehensive analysis of catalytic materials and their impact on propellant performance, this chapter contributes to the advancement of eco-friendly propulsion technologies, essential for the future of space exploration.
Ultrafine Grain Refinement and Improved Mechanical Strength of Compositionally Modified AZ 61 Alloy Composite
Authors: Soni Piyush Kumar , Tiwari Amit , Nayak Sasmita , Vasnani Himanshu , Jha Sujeet Kr
Published: December 2024

The objective of this book chapter was to examine the changes in microstructure and mechanical properties of a modified AZ-61 composite with minor additions of scandium (0.2wt. %), calcium (0.5wt. %), and manganese (0.5wt. %) prepared using the stir casting method. The solidified ingots undergo thermal treatments, including ice water quenching, and age hardening for 2 hours at temperatures of 100 °C, 200 °C, 300 °C, and 400 °C. The results found that average grain size of an AZ61-Graphene (1wt.%) composite was measured to be 7.92 μm after aging at 100°C, 5.31 μm at 200°C, and 6.86 μm at 400°C. The addition of 1wt. % graphene to the AZ61 composite results in a favourable balance between strength and ductility. The inclusion of graphene in the modified AZ 61 composite results in a significant change in grain size and fine structure, leading to increased strength.
An Ethical Decision-Making Model for Trauma-Informed Gatekeeping
Authors: DeLorenzi Leigh , Homrich Alicia M.
Published: December 2024

Gatekeeping decisions frequently involve ethical dilemmas. Therefore, trauma-informed decision-making is required for each step of the gatekeeping process when addressing trainees demonstrating problems of professional competence (PPC). This chapter outlines an ethical decision-making model for gatekeeping that includes six phases of action: (a) preparing, (b) naming, (c) engaging, (d) assessing, (e) implementing, and (f) evaluating. Additionally, this model infuses SAMHSA's six key principles of trauma-informed care, along with multicultural and personal discernment considerations throughout.
Dialectical Gatekeeping in Counselor Education
Authors: Stehn Molly A.
Published: December 2024

This chapter introduces counselor educators and supervisors to an approach to gatekeeping based on the theoretical principles and practices of dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). DBT offers opportunities to conceptualize impasses from a variety of perspectives, balancing scrutiny and validation for each. Because some counselors-in-training may have trauma histories, a DBT-informed approach may facilitate mutual understanding of students' trauma responses and their functions while still holding students accountable for problems in professional behavior. Readers will be able to modify clinical principles for use in educational and supervision settings. A fictitious case study illustrates how these principles might inform working with students in situations in which their marginalized identities and trauma responses might not be fully understood by all involved.
Ethical Boundaries Reimagined
Authors: Mathew Shalini , Jia Junwei , George Abiah
Published: December 2024

This chapter takes the readers into the application of feminist theory to ethical gatekeeping practices within the framework of trauma-informed counselor education. Grounded in the principles of empowerment, intersectionality, and social justice, feminist theory offers a unique lens through which to understand and address ethical dilemmas in counseling. The chapter explores how feminist perspectives can inform ethical decision-making processes, particularly in the context of trauma-informed care. Through case examples, discussion questions, and reflective exercises, the chapter encourages readers to critically evaluate their own beliefs and biases, while also equipping them with tools to navigate ethical challenges with sensitivity and compassion. Ultimately, the chapter aims to inspire counselors-in-training to embrace a feminist perspective as they engage in trauma-informed gatekeeping practices, fostering ethical and culturally responsive care within the counseling profession.
Trauma-Informed Gatekeeping With International Students
Authors: Cables Ericka , Martin Claire , Culver Jennifer D.
Published: December 2024

While research on counselor training practices have primarily looked at the experiences of American students studying in U.S.-based counselor education programs, there is a need to understand the experiences of international students in counselor training programs. An emerging body of literature has begun to investigate various experiences of international students; little research however has looked specifically at the experiences of international students with the gatekeeping process. This chapter aims to address these critical questions by reviewing research on the experiences of international students. It will then delve into the definition of trauma-informed gatekeeping and its relevance to international student populations. Finally, the chapter will conclude by offering counseling programs actionable strategies for implementing trauma-informed gatekeeping approaches to working with international students.
Responsible Consumption and Production in the Context of Sustainable Cities
Authors: Almeida Fernando
Published: December 2024

Municipalities are key players in their role as sustainable development planners and have a responsibility to change behavior at the local level. This study uses a panel of French municipalities to explore their role in promoting responsible consumption and production practices. A questionnaire was set up to obtain data from 186 citizens, of which 77 come from rural areas and 109 from urban zones. The findings reveal that French municipalities have a wide influence on the consumption and more responsible production of individuals through their actions. They encourage inhabitants to reduce energy and water consumption, waste management, and local and organic consumption. French citizens are mainly influenced by social and economic factors, while political and marketing factors are of little relevance. Furthermore, there are no differences in the importance and involvement of citizens in responsible consumption and production actions between rural and urban municipalities.
Smart Mobility Revolution
Authors: Dey Diptanil , Majumder Abhiroop , Agrawal Yash , Tewari Siddharth , Mohapatra Hitesh
Published: December 2024

This study examines the integration of the Internet of Things (IoT), sensors, and cloud computing in urban transportation. It highlights benefits such as efficiency, safety, and sustainability, while also addressing the challenges of optimizing these dynamic systems. The research focuses on merging IoT sensors and cloud technologies in vehicles to improve urban navigation, demonstrating advantages like traffic control and reduced congestion. Despite limitations, the findings suggest significant potential for enhancing urban transportation. The study emphasizes the transformative impact of smart technologies on addressing congestion and safety issues, advocating for innovation to create sustainable and equitable urban transport systems.
Innovative Approaches to Urban Wastewater Management
Authors: Ali Asadulla Asraf , Sultana Nazima
Published: December 2024

Urban wastewater management is a critical component of sustainable urban development, as it directly impacts public health, environmental quality, and economic stability. This chapter explores innovative approaches that prioritize sustainability, resilience, and community engagement. The study aims to integrate decentralized treatment systems, green infrastructure, and circular economy principles to improve wastewater management efficiency. Decentralized systems, such as on-site treatment and reuse, can reduce energy consumption and increase community control. Green infrastructure, including green roofs and permeable pavements, can mitigate stormwater runoff and improve water quality. Circular economy principles, such as recycling and reusing wastewater, can minimize waste and promote resource conservation. The research aims to identify best practices, assess feasibility, and develop a framework for implementation in urban settings. By adopting innovative and sustainable strategies, cities can improve public health, reduce environmental impacts, and enhance overall resilience.
An Enhanced Integrated Deep Learning Method to Overcome Dehazing Issues on Intelligent Vehicles
Authors: Yassin Warusia Mohamed , Hajamydeen Asif Iqbal , Abdollah Mohd Faizal , Raja Kumar , Farzana Nurin
Published: December 2024

Intelligent vehicles rely on accurate perception systems for safe navigation under challenging environmental conditions. However, adverse weather phenomena such as haze and fog significantly degrade the quality of visual input captured by onboard cameras. In this study, we propose a novel deep-learning algorithm specifically utilizes an advanced convolutional neural network (CNN) architecture that features parallel networks, encoder-decoder configurations, He Normal initialization, batch normalization, and the Gaussian Error Linear Unit (GELU) activation function. This integration not only improves the dehazing capability, but also the overall image quality, which increases the accuracy of intelligent driving systems. The experimental results demonstrate that our proposed learning-based dehazing algorithm consistently outperforms existing methods in terms of structural similarity (SSIM) and peak signal-to-noise ratio (PSNR). These enhancements demonstrate the potential of our proposed solution to significantly increase the state-of-the-art in image dehazing.
A rapidly evolved Streptococcus anginosus cervical abscess
Authors: Bhat Ramesh Y. , Kini Sandesh
Published: December 2024

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Internal biliary diversion for medically refractory pruritus in a child with Alagille syndrome: a novel alternative for liver transplantation 
Authors: Tillakaratne Suchintha , Fernando Meranthi , Batepola Thamali , Gunetilleke Bhagya , Appuhamy Chinthaka , Weerasuriya Aruna , Siriwardana Rohan
Published: December 2024

No abstract available
Survival status and predictors of mortality in extreme preterm babies: A decade of experience at a tertiary care centre in Sri Lanka
Authors: Gamhewage Nimesha , Perera Kumshika , Weerasekera Medha , Liyanage Guwani
Published: December 2024

Introduction: Preterm birth and complications are the leading cause of death globally in under-five children. In Sri Lanka, in the absence of a preterm birth database, there is a lack of information about survival and risk factors for mortality in the extreme preterm populations.Objectives: To assess the predictors of mortality in extreme preterm babies.Method: This was a 10-year retrospective analysis of all live births at 22+0 to 27+6 weeks’ gestation in a single centre in Sri Lanka. Records of all extreme preterm babies admitted from 1st January 2013 and 31st December 2022 were reviewed. Survival probability was calculated using Kaplan-Meier estimates. Multivariable cox regression analysis was done to assess the predictors of mortality.Results: Of the 123 records reviewed 55.3% survived. Mean survival time was 64.7 (95% CI: 55.57, 73.86) days. Approximately a quarter of deaths occurred on the first day of life.  Period of gestation (OR:0.60, CI: 0.482, 0.739, p<0.001), weight for gestational age (OR: 2.57, CI: 1.476, 4.468, p=0.001) and sepsis (OR: 6.45, CI: 2.006, 20.749, p=0.002) were significantly associated with mortality.Conclusions: In our study 55.3% of extreme preterm babies survived. The mortality decreased with increasing gestational age whilst it increased with sepsis and the presence of small for gestational age.
Communication in paediatrics: The vital distinction between hearing and listening
Authors: Perera B. J. C.
Published: December 2024

No abstract available
Lack of communication between dermatologists and histopathologists in real-life settings: a survey of the Italian Association of Hospital Dermatologists (ADOI)
Authors: Magri Francesca , Fania Luca , Samela Tonia , Ricci Francesco , Di Lella Giovanni , D'Erme Angelo Massimiliano , Galdo Giovanna , Cusano Francesco , Perasole Antonio , Abeni Damiano , Naldi Luigi , Massone Cesare
Published: December 2024

Skin cancer incidence is increasing worldwide. Clear communication between dermatologists and histopathologists, along with the possibility of sharing clinical images, is critically important. This survey aims to depict the level of communication between dermatologists and histopathologists in clinical practice in Italy. A group of histopathologists participating in monthly online meetings were recruited to participate in our survey. We collected information regarding dermatologists’ habits in providing or not providing clinical and dermatoscopic images of melanocytic/keratinocytic lesions. A total of 63 histopathologists agreed to participate. Fewer than 15% of histopathologists receive routine clinical or dermatoscopic images from dermatologists after the surgical excision of a melanocytic lesion, while clinical and dermoscopic images of non-melanoma skin cancers are sent in fewer than 10% of cases. Our survey revealed that, in Italy, the communication between dermatologists and pathologists is far from being optimal.
Pulmonary embolism diagnosis with D-dimer levels and computed tomography
Authors: Kruger Rochelle A. , Du Plessis Jeanetta , Muller Henra
Published: December 2024

Background: Pulmonary embolism (PE), a common heart and blood vessel disease, causes complications such as haemodynamic instability and cardiovascular mortality. Timely diagnosis and treatment are imperative for managing this potentially life-threatening condition.Aim: The aim of this study was to establish the relationship between an elevated D-dimer level and a positive computed tomography pulmonary angiogram (CTPA), which could confirm PE in patients with chest pain and suspected PE.Setting: Data were collected at a private diagnostic radiology practice located in Bloemfontein, South Africa.Methods: Data were retrospectively collected from the Picture Archiving and Communications System (PACS).Results: Of the sampled patients (n = 1219), only 16.7% were diagnosed with PE after CTPA. Approximately 14% of the D-dimer-positive patient group were diagnosed with PE and, in the D-dimer-negative patient group, approximately 20% of the patients were diagnosed with PE. Of the patients sampled, 86% were not diagnosed with PE despite having increased D-dimer values. No specific trends in the relation between elevated D-dimer levels and a positive PE diagnosis could be identified at the significance level of 0.05; a Chi-square test of independence indicated (χ2 [1, N = 995] = 1.84, p = 0.175).Conclusion: No strong relationship between elevated D-dimer levels in the blood and a positive yield of PE after CTPA; was found hence, clinical decision rules for PE workups need refining, especially to limit unnecessary CTPA referrals in this setting.Contribution: The findings suggest that PE workup at the private practice should be revised to improve the quality of service.
W(y)czucie tłumaczy
Authors: Brzostowska-Tereszkiewicz Tamara , Rajewska Ewa
Published: December 2024

This article aims to present various meanings of “tenderness” in translation studies from historical, contemporary, and prospective perspectives, and to forecast future research trends. The authors explore both the poetics of artistic translation and the broad field of translation psychology, which has expanded since James S. Holmes to include psychoanalytic and cognitive findings. Translators’ tenderness is seen as a resultant of individual communicative and cognitive skills, perceptive readiness to the interlingual and intercultural experience, attention habits, and ethical principles.
Najintymniejsze czytanie jako alternatywa dla egzotyzacji w przekładzie tekstu orientalnego
Authors: Rakowiecka-Asgari Karolina
Published: December 2024

The article examines strategies for translating the widely acclaimed Persian novel Shāzde Ehtejāb (Prince Ehtejāb) by Hushang Golshiri into Polish. Pointing to the widespread tendency in Polish translation tradition from Oriental languages towards exoticization and artificial preservation of original syntax, termed by researchers as “the sin of literality”, the author explores the possibilities of a translation based on the concept of “the most intimate act of reading” (Spivak) and the search for means to achieve emotional equivalence and an empathetic engagement with the text.
Widoczność i marginalizacja – polskie tłumaczki literackie XIX wieku
Authors: Eberharter Markus
Published: December 2024

[Karolina Dębska: Polskie tłumaczki literackie XIX wieku, Wydawnictwo Scholar: Warszawa 2023 (685 s.)]
The review presents Karolina Debska’s 2023 study about Polish women literary translators, in which she examines the fates of mostly invisible women translators in the 19th century from an individual and collective perspective. The innovative contribution to sociological and biographical translation research made by the author is emphasised, as is the extensive source analysis that serves as the basis for the study. The author is convinced that Debska‘s study is a productive addition to modern translation research and makes an important contribution to its further methodological development.
Czy to naprawdę ja? Artystów gry z tożsamością algorytmiczną
Authors: Ożóg Maciej
Published: December 2024

The article examines examples of artistic activities in which the problem of digitization of identity in the era of social media is critically addressed. Algorithmic data processing and thus creating a virtual shadow, the digital selves of users, are the key practices of surveillance capitalism. Therefore, to provide context to the analysis of works of three artists (Erica Sourti, Aram Bartholl, Timo Toots) a short overview of the evolution of the concept and practices of social media is introduced. From the very beginning, the key place in the concept of Web 2.0 and social media was assigned to the user, understood as an active agent, who autonomously creates and controls his/her position on the Internet. As economic and cultural hegemony of platforms increased, the gap between the ideology of active prosumers and practices resulting in the objectification, commodification and incapacitation of users became increasingly clear. A special role in this process is played by user profiling and the creation of digital identities that are useful from the point of view of corporations. By investigating the mechanisms of algorithmic power and its consequences for the status of users involved in online power relations, Scourti, Bartholl and Toots pose a number of questions crucial for understanding of contemporary culture dominated by social media moguls. What are the relationships between the embodied subject and his/her digital self? How does the digital re-creation of the subject influence the existential possibilities of users, their self-awareness and possibilities for self-governance? What are the consequences of commercial user profiling for understanding the very category of self? How can users influence the production and presence of digital identities? Is individual and social resistance to the instrumental power of surveillance capitalism possible? If so, what forms might it take?
Magister Karolina Jarzębak. Artystka – semionautka – analityczka memów, rzeczniczka pokolenia Y
Authors: Górska Magda
Published: December 2024

In the article, the author presents some of the works of the Polish artist Karolina Jarzębak, who uses cyber folklore in her work to narrate the problems of “millennials”, human loneliness and anxieties related to the current socio-political situation both in Poland and around the world. The analysis of artistic activity was based on the concepts of post-production and semionaut proposed by Nicolas Bourriaud and the theory of cultural remix, primarily in relation to its typology described in the theoretical texts of Eduardo Navas, where the so-called reflexive remix – the most important in these considerations – questions Benjamin’s aura and becoming an autonomous entity. Jarzębak’s multi-threaded works, created on the basis of Internet iconography centered around the so-called family of Oomer Wojaks, intertwine with forms characteristic of classical art history, but also of the 20th century neo-avant-garde. It opens the way to an extended interpretation of the works. The element that unites all the art installations is the reflection on the difficulties observed in social sciences in establishing lasting interpersonal relationships, faced by generations Y (and Z).
Teacher perspectives about English language teaching reforms in Vietnamese high schools
Authors: Le Thinh Van , Mai Tien Minh , Tran Tran Le Nghi , Nguyen Luan Thanh
Published: December 2024

In Vietnam, the Ministry of Education and Training (MOET) issues uniform curricula and textbooks, sets goals, and implements assessments nationwide for high school schools. This means every Vietnamese public high school has to use the prescribed textbooks to teach the same content following a page-by-page schedule throughout the school year, undergo identical assessment tasks, and try to maintain similar outcomes regardless of geographical or socio-economical differences. In such a system, classroom teacher’s voices are usually under-sounded and little research has been conducted on teachers’ perspectives regarding these crucial components of their profession. This study presents how high school EFL teachers perceive and cope with the top-down system in terms of objectives, curriculum, methodology, assessment and outcomes in Vietnam. Data were collected from 163 teachers using an online survey on their attitudes towards the objectives, curriculum, methodology, assessment, and outcomes as determined by MOET. The results showed a discrepancy in the curricula and assessment. While the curricula emphasized communicative competence, the assessment heavily focused on forms. As a result, although some teachers tried to diversify their teaching method, they eventually focused on grammar, reading comprehension and vocabulary for students to achieve satisfactory results in the national examination.
TEKNIK GURU DALAM MENGATASI SISWA HIPERAKTIF DI KELAS IV SDN 28 KELAKIK
Authors: Mardiana Mardiana , Atmaja Nur Moh. Kusuma , Putri Magdalena
Published: December 2024

Abstrak: Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mendeskripsikan bagaimana teknik guru dalam mengatasi siswa hiperaktif dikelas IV SDN 28 Kelakik. Pada penelitian ini peneliti menggunakan metode deskriptif pendekatan kualitatif. Peneliti ini menggunakan penelitian kualitatif deskriptif. Subjek penelitian ini adalah guru kelas IV dan empat siswa hiperaktif di kelas IV. Instrumen penelitian ini menggunakan lembar wawancara, observasi dan dokumentasi. Analisis data dalam penelitian ini dilakukan dengan reduksi data, penyajian data dan verifikasi data atau penarikan kesimpulan. Hasil penelitian yang dilakukan di SDN 28 Kelakik ditemukan beberapa teknik yang guru gunakan dalam mengatasi siswa hiperaktif yaitu teknik membuat daftar kegiatan belajar di papan tulis sebelum memulai pembelajaran, teknik komunikasi khusus dengan siswa hiperaktif, melakukan evaluasi sebelum mengakhiri pembelajaran atau meringkas point penting sebelum memberikan tugas, teknik menata ruang kelas, teknik memberikan motivasi dan teguran kepada siswa hiperaktif, teknik mengurangi tingkah laku yang tidak dikehendaki dan teknik mengembangkan tingkah laku yang dikehendaki.Kata Kunci: Teknik, Guru, Mengatasi Siswa Hiperaktif Abstract: The aim of this research is to describe how the teacher's technique in dealing with hyperactive students in class IV SDN 28 Kelakik. In this study, the researchers used descriptive methods of qualitative approach. The subjects of this study were fourth-grade teachers and four hyperactive students in fourth grade. This research instrument uses interviews, observations and documentation sheets. Data analysis in this study is done with data reduction, data presentation and data verification or conclusion withdrawal. The results of the research carried out in SDN 28 were some of the techniques that teachers used in dealing with hyperactive students, namely, the technique of making a list of learning activities on a board before starting learning, the special communication technique with the hyperactive student, performing evaluations before finishing learning or summarizing important points before giving assignments, the classroom arrangement technique, the technology of giving motivation and support to hyperactive pupils, the techniques of reducing undesirable behavior and the development of desired behaviors. Keywords: Teacher, Techniques, Overcoming Hyperactive Students
EFEKTIFITAS BIMBINGAN KELOMPOK DENGAN MENGGUNAKAN METODE ROLE PLAYING UNTUK MENGATASI PERILAKU BULLYING (Studi Eksperimen pada Peserta Didik Kelas X Di SMAN 1 Luhak Nan Duo Pasaman Barat)
Authors: Putri Irma Firnanda , Kasih Fitria , Kardo Rici
Published: December 2024

: Penelitian ini dilatarbelakangi karena adanya peserta didik meneriaki temannya ketika salah, adanya peserta didik yang mengucilkan temannya, adanya peserta didik yang memandang sinis temannya yang bermasalah dan Guru BK sudah melaksanakan bimbingan kelompok namun belum menggunakan metode role playing. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mendeskripsikan: 1) Gambaran perilaku bullying sebelum diberikan layanan bimbingan kelompok dengan metode role playing. 2) Gambaran perilaku bullying setelah diberikan layanan bimbingan kelompok dengan metode role playing. 3) Efektifitas layanan bimbingan kelompok dengan metode role playing mengatasi perilaku bullying.Jenis penelitian yang digunakan adalah metode eksperimen dengan desain penelitian One-Group_Posttest Design. Populasi Dalam penelitian ini berjumlah 288 da sampel yang digunakan sebanyak 10 orang peserta didik yang memiliki perilaku bullying yang diambil dengan menggunkan purposive sampling. Instrumen yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah angket dan studi dokumentasi sedangkan analis data persentase pretest posttest menggunakan skor interval dan menggunakan uji normalitas dan uji t.Hasil penelitian tentang Efektifitas layanan bimbingan kelompok dengan metode role playing mengatasi perilaku bullying mengungkapkan bahwa : 1) Gambaran perilaku bullying sebelum diberikan layanan bimbingan kelompok dengan metode role playing berada pada kategori rendah. 2) Gambaran perilaku bullying setelah diberikan layanan bimbingan kelompok dengan metode role playing berada pada kategori sangat rendah. 3) Terdapat efektifitas layanan bimbingan kelompok dengan metode role playing mengatasi perilaku bullying.. Penelitian ini merekomendasikan agar Guru BK memanfaatkan layan konseling kelompok dengan metode  role playing untuk mengatasi perilaku bullying peserta
PENGGUNAAN WHATSAPP DALAM SARANA MEDIA PEMBELAJARAN ABAD 21 PADA MAHASISWA
Authors: Kurniawan Kurniawan , Sa'diyah Rika , Ichsan Ilmi Zajuli , Hermawati Farah Muthi , Pertiwi Santhi , Marhento Giry
Published: December 2024

Whatsapp adlaah salah satu aplikasi media sosial yang sangat populer dan banyak digunakan oleh Masyarakat. Salah satunya adalah penggunaan media sosial whatsapp untuk fungsi Pendidikan. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mendeskripsikan media sosial whatsapp pada jenjang mahasiswa. Metode penelitian yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah dengan menggunakan metode deskriptif dengan pendekatan pengambilan data melalui servei. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa sebanyak 65.98% responden menjawab selalu menggunakan whatsapp untuk menerima informasi perkuliahan. Adapun sebanyak 56.70% dari responden menjawab selalu untuk merekomendasikan penggunaan whatsapp kepada responden. Whatsapp sebagai sebuah media sosial memang memiliki beberapa kelebihan yang bisa dimanfaatkan untuk pembelajaran, salah satunya yaitu fitur grup yang akan memudahkan dalam pengerjaan tugas kelompok
Futebol em Farias Brito/CE: a memória de seus sujeitos
Authors: Oliveira Rogerio Paes de , Bezerra Patrício Macedo
Published: December 2024

Vivenciado nos clubes profissionais, semiprofissionais, ou como recreação, lazer, o futebol é a prática esportiva mais popular do mundo. Em Farias Brito/CE, sua prática acontece desde os campeonatos amadores em campos de terra batido ou nos estádios municipais de grama, até nas ruas e em praças públicas como forma de jogo/brincadeira popular. Sua prática possui particularidades próprias, sentidos e significados dados pelos sujeitos que a praticam. Entretanto, possui como referência o esporte de alto rendimento, demostrando que, mesmo ao possuir sentidos e significados próprios, em última análise, sua prática é socialmente determinada pelo modelo social do esporte futebol, vinculado ao alto rendimento. A presente pesquisa possui como objetivo geral, compreender os elementos que tornam a prática do futebol no município, socialmente determinado pelo esporte de alto rendimento. O estudo se caracteriza como uma pesquisa de cunho qualitativo, de campo, no qual os dados provêm de entrevistas semiestruturadas. Podemos concluir que a prática do futebol no município, apresenta particularidades, mas não se opõe ao futebol de alto rendimento.