bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Bio‐Based Graphene Sheet/Copolymer Composite as Supporting Material for Nanocatalysts towards Electrochemical Studies and Direct Alkaline Alcohol Fuel Cells
Authors: Selvaraj V. , ThamilMagal R. , Andal V. , Arunkumar K. , Murugan Sivaraj
Published: January 2022

In this work, graphene carbon sheets (BGS) were prepared from writing paper and lemon peel, and its polymer composite has a higher surface area compared with the existing Vulcan carbon. Further, the use of lead as a promoter for the oxidation of alcohol and CO on platinum‐supported poly(amine‐terminated cyclophosphazene‐co‐cyclophosphazene)‐biobased graphene sheet (Poly(AFCP‐co‐CP)‐BGS) composite was demonstrated. The size, phase morphology, and distribution of metal nanoparticles on Poly(AFCP‐co‐CP)‐BGS composite as well as the formation of composite based catalysts were confirmed from TEM, XRD, and FTIR studies. The catalytic activity and stability of the prepared catalysts were tested and compared to methanol, ethylene glycol, glycerol, and CO in 0.5 M KOH solution. The results conclude that the lead‐doped Pt/Poly(AFCP‐co‐CP)‐BGS catalyst shows higher oxidation current with respect to onset potential and lower If/Ir ratio for alcohol as well as CO oxidation. In addition, Pt‐Pb/Poly(AFCP‐co‐CP)‐BGS catalyst was checked for direct alkaline fuel cells and proved as a potent anode catalyst in alkaline medium for real‐time fuel battery applications. In addition, Poly(AFCP‐co‐CP)‐BGS composite also promotes the catalytic reaction compared to Poly(AFCP‐co‐CP) and BGS supports as noticed from methanol oxidation in alkaline medium. The surface area of the prepared supporting material is 750.72 m2g-1, which is higher than the activated carbon (250.12m2g-1). So, the prepared Poly(AFCP‐co‐CP)‐BGS composite is a potent support for metal deposition, electrooxidation, and single stack fuel cell constructions.
Thoracic Endovascular Aortic Repair for a Ruptured Mycotic Aortic Pseudoaneurysm Secondary to Esophageal Carcinoma
Authors: Lim Sean-Tee J. M. , Murphy Stephen , Atyani Said , Moloney Michael Anthony
Published: January 2022

A 47-year-old female presented to the emergency department with new episodes of hematemesis. She had a background of unresectable T4b + N1 + M0 esophageal squamous cell carcinoma. Contrast CT thoracic aorta diagnosed a ruptured mycotic aortic pseudoaneurysm of the descending aorta, forming a life threating aorto-esophageal fistula secondary to neoplasm. Due to the high risk of fatal haemorrhage, she underwent successful emergency thoracic endovascular aortic repair (TEVAR). Mycotic aortic pseudoaneurysms are a rare and often fatal complication of esophageal carcinomas. They represent a small subsection of aorto-esophageal fistulas. Early diagnosis with cross sectional imaging and vascular control of the sentinel bleed is essential for survival. TEVAR may be used as a bridge to palliative treatment in the case of unresectable esophageal carcinoma.
The Effect of Fasting on Human Metabolism and Psychological Health
Authors: Wang Yiren , Wu Ruilin
Published: January 2022

Fasting is a prevalent approach to weight loss and is a feasible method for treating some diseases, such as type 2 diabetes. Meanwhile, the effects of intermittent fasting on health, aging, and disease process are hot issues and are of concern by researchers of multiple areas, even the public. This article introduces the effects of fasting on human lipid metabolism, glucose metabolism, protein metabolism, and neuroendocrine metabolism; demonstrates the metabolic conversion caused by fasting; and describes the effects of fasting on human psychological health, the relationship between mood regulation and glucose, and the emotional enhancing effect induced by fasting.
Aloin Regulates Matrix Metabolism and Apoptosis in Human Nucleus Pulposus Cells via the TAK1/NF-κB/NLRP3 Signaling Pathway
Authors: Chen Taiqiu , Li Pengfei , Qiu Jincheng , Hu Wenjun , Li Shaoguang , Shi Huihong , Qiu Xianjian , Huang Dongsheng , Gao Wenjie , Liang Anjing
Published: January 2022

Intervertebral disc degeneration (IDD) is a degenerative disease that is characterized by decreased matrix synthesis and extra degradation, nucleus pulposus cells (NPCs) apoptosis, and infiltration of inflammatory factors. Aloin, a colored compound from aloe plants, has been shown to be effective against skeletal degenerative diseases, but it is unclear whether it is protective against IDD. Herein, we investigated the role of aloin in NPCs. In our study, the upregulation of proinflammatory factors, apoptosis, and unbalanced matrix metabolism were observed in degenerative NP tissues. We found that aloin had a curative effect on extracellular matrix metabolism and apoptosis in TNF-alpha- (TNF-α-) treated NPCs by inhibiting oxidative stress and the proinflammatory factor expression. Further investigation revealed that aloin treatment suppressed the TAK1/NF-κB pathway. Moreover, the expression level of the NLPR3 inflammasome was downregulated after aloin treatment in TNF-α-treated NPCs. In summary, our results demonstrated that aloin treatment can reverse TNF-α-induced unbalanced matrix metabolism and apoptosis of NPCs via the TAK1/NF-κB/NLRP3 axis. This study supports that aloin can be a promising therapeutic agent for IDD.
Research Progress in Isolation and Enrichment of Fetal Cells from Maternal Blood
Authors: Tang Ying , Tang Qiaojin , Luo Haiyan , Zhang Xuehui , Chen Qiuyu , Tang Wenying , Wang Ting , Yang Lihua , Liao Hongwu
Published: January 2022

Prenatal diagnosis is an important means of early diagnosis of genetic diseases, which can effectively reduce the risk of birth defects. Free fetal cells, as a carrier of intact fetal genetic material, provide hope for the development of high-sensitivity and high-accuracy prenatal diagnosis technology. However, the number of fetal cells is small and it is difficult to apply clinically. In recent years, noninvasive prenatal diagnosis (NIPD) technology for fetal genetic material in maternal peripheral blood has developed rapidly, which makes it possible to diagnose genetic diseases by fetal cells in maternal peripheral blood. This article reviewed the current status of fetal cell separation and enrichment technology and its application in noninvasive prenatal diagnosis technology.
Effects of Neoadjuvant Radiotherapy on Postoperative Complications in Rectal Cancer: A Meta-Analysis
Authors: Yang Jianguo , Luo Yajun , Tian Tingting , Dong Peng , Fu Zhongxue
Published: January 2022

Objective. Neoadjuvant radiotherapy (nRT) is an important treatment approach for rectal cancer. The relationship, however, between nRT and postoperative complications is still controversial. Here, we conducted a meta-analysis to evaluate such concerns. Methods. The electronic literature from 1983 to 2021 was searched in PubMed, Embase, and Web of Science. Postoperative complications after nRT were included in the meta-analysis. The pooled odds ratio (OR) was calculated by the random-effects model. Statistical analysis was conducted by Review Manager 5.3 and STATA 14. Results. A total of 23,723 patients from 49 studies were included in the meta-analysis. The pooled results showed that nRT increased the risk of anastomotic leakage (AL) compared to upfront surgery (OR = 1.23; 95% CI, 1.07–1.41;

p
=
0.004

). Subgroup analysis suggested that both long-course (OR = 1.20, 95% CI 1.03–1.40;

p
=
0.02

) and short-course radiotherapy (OR = 1.25, 95% CI, 1.02–1.53;

p
=
0.04

) increased the incidence of AL. In addition, nRT was the main risk factor for wound infection and pelvic abscess. The pooled data in randomized controlled trials, however, indicated that nRT was not associated with AL (OR = 1.01; 95% CI 0.82–1.26;

p
=
0.91

). Conclusions. nRT may increase the risk of AL, wound infection, and pelvic abscess compared to upfront surgery among patients with rectal cancer.
Prostate-Specific Antigen Screening According to Health Professional Counseling and Age in the United States
Authors: Merrill Ray M. , Otto Seth A. , Hammond Eliza B.
Published: January 2022

Background. In 2018, the US Preventive Services Task Force recommended that PSA screening for prostate cancer involve men aged 55–69, based on a personal decision following consultation with a health professional. PSA screening in men aged 70 or older should only occur if symptoms exist. This study identifies the association between having a PSA test in the past two years and whether or not there was consultation with a health professional about the benefits and/or harms of PSA screening. Methods. Analyses were based on data involving men aged 40 years or older, who responded to PSA related questions in the 2018 BRFSS survey. Results. Approximately 32.0% (14.6% for ages 40–54, 41.7% for ages 55–69, and 49.8% for ages 70 years and older) of respondents had a PSA test in the past two years. Approximately 81.7% of these men had talked with a health professional about the benefits and/or harms of PSA screening, with 42.4% having discussed the benefits and harms, 54.6% having discussed the benefits only, and 3.0% having discussed the harms only. The odds of a PSA test in the past two years in men having talked with a health professional about the benefits and harms of the test versus no talk are 10.1 (95% CI 9.3–10.8), in men who talked with a health professional about the benefits only versus no talk are 10.8 (95% CI 10.0–11.6), and in men who talked with a health professional about the harms only versus no talk are 3.9 (95% CI 2.9–5.1). Conclusion. PSA screening is most common in men aged 70 or older, which is counter to the US Preventive Task Force recommendation. Most men having a PSA test have talked with a health professional about the test, but the talks tended to focus on just the benefits of screening and not both potential benefits and harms.
Analysis on the Relationship between Financing Constraints and Research and Development from the Perspective of the Location of Top Management Network
Authors: Li Jinzhong
Published: January 2022

Taking listed Chinese companies during 2009–2019 as objects, this paper constructs a multivariate discriminant model to measure the degrees of multiple financing constraints and establishes empirical models to analyze the non‐linear relationship between the financing constraints and research and development (R&D) investment. Further, the author investigated how the top management network (TMN) location acts on the relationship between financing constraints and R&D investment. The research provides a robust evidence to an inverted U‐shaped relationship between the degrees of financing constraints and corporate R&D investment: appropriate financing constraints promote corporate R&D investment; once passing a turning point, excess financing constraints would suppress corporate R&D investment. Besides, it was learned that TMN location positively moderates the financing constraints and R&D investment. In addition, TMN location plays a more obvious regulating role in non‐state‐owned enterprises (non‐SOEs) than in SOEs. The research clarifies the relationship between financing constraints and R&D investment, as well as the moderating role of TMN location. Empirical evidence was provided to help the government reduce credit discrimination and enterprises to widen financing channels and improve innovation capability.
Context-Fused Guidance for Image Captioning Using Sequence-Level Training
Authors: Feng Junlong , Zhao Jianping
Published: January 2022

Recent image captioning models based on the encoder-decoder framework have achieved remarkable success in humanlike sentence generation. However, an explicit separation between encoder and decoder brings out a disconnection between the image and sentence. It usually leads to a rough image description: the generated caption only contains main instances but neglects additional objects and scenes unexpectedly, which reduces the caption consistency of the image. To address this issue, we proposed an image captioning system within context-fused guidance in this paper. It incorporates regional and global image representation as the compositional visual features to learn the objects and attributes in images. To integrate image-level semantic information, the visual concept is employed. To avoid misleading decoding, a context fusion gate is introduced to calculate the textual context by selectively aggregating the information of visual concept and word embedding. Subsequently, the context-fused image guidance is formulated based on the compositional visual features and textual context. It provides the decoder with informative semantic knowledge. Finally, a captioner with a two-layer LSTM architecture is constructed to generate captions. Moreover, to overcome the exposure bias, we train the proposed model through sequence decision-making. The experiments conducted on the MS COCO dataset show the outstanding performance of our work. The linguistic analysis demonstrates that our model improves the caption consistency of the image.
¿Qué es una empresa sostenible?
Authors: Geldes Cristian
Published: January 2022

Crecientemente y en buena hora, la discusión de la sostenibilidad del desarrollo se ha hecho parte de los ámbitos político, institucional, económico, social y organizacional. Sin embargo, el entendimiento de una empresa sostenible es un proceso en desarrollo y que muchas veces se ha mezclado con distintos enfoques, generando cierto nivel de confusión. Dado lo anterior, este artículo busca aportar a la discusión de lo que es una empresa sostenible, revisando una serie de aproximaciones relacionadas y partiendo por analizar la definición de desarrollo sostenible.
Desafíos y oportunidades de la medición de la sustentabilidad
Authors: Alves Tiago , Muñoz Victor
Published: January 2022

El creciente interés por la sostenibilidad ha impulsado con fuerza las inversiones que cumplen criterios de responsabilidad ambiental, social y de gobierno corporativo (ESG). En este artículo mostramos que la necesidad de información que permita evaluar la sostenibilidad de las inversiones y gestionar portafolios con criterios ESG ha llevado a una proliferación de índices ESG controlados por diversos proveedores de información que miden la sostenibilidad de diversas maneras. Finalmente, se discuten los desafíos y oportunidades para la ciencia y profesionales contables que surgen de esta dificultar para medir los aspectos ESG.
Hyperchloremic Metabolic Acidosis with Hyperglycemic Hyperosmolar Syndrome after Robot-Assisted Radical Cystoprostatectomy with Ileal Conduit Urinary Diversion: A Case Report
Authors: Yajima Shugo , Nakanishi Yasukazu , Matsumoto Shunya , Ookubo Naoya , Tanabe Kenji , Masuda Hitoshi
Published: January 2022

Hyperchloremic metabolic acidosis can be a problem in urinary diversion using the ileum. A 73-year-old Japanese male was hospitalized in emergency due to anorexia and malaise 3 weeks after being discharged from the hospital after getting robot-assisted radical cystoprostatectomy and intracorporeal ileal conduit urinary diversion. The blood analysis revealed metabolic acidosis, elevated chloride ions, and marked hyperglycemia: he was diagnosed with hyperchloremic metabolic acidosis and hyperglycemic hyperosmolar syndrome. We started administering insulin and large amounts of fluid replacement; besides, we inserted a large-diameter open tip catheter into the ileal conduit in hopes of inhibiting urine reabsorption in the intestinal mucosa. His general condition gradually improved, and he was discharged 10 days after his hospitalization.
Impact of a 7.5-Fr Pancreatic Stent for Preventing Pancreatic Fistula after Pancreaticoduodenectomy
Authors: Iguchi Tomohiro , Motomura Takashi , Uchiyama Hideaki , Iseda Norifumi , Yoshida Rintaro , Kayashima Hiroto , Harada Noboru , Ninomiya Mizuki , Sugimachi Keishi , Honboh Takuya , Maeda Takashi , Sadanaga Noriaki , Matsuura Hiroshi
Published: January 2022

Introduction: Pancreatic duct stents are widely used to reduce the incidence of postoperative pancreatic fistula (POPF) after pancreaticoduodenectomy (PD); however, small stents may cause adverse effects, such as occlusion. Recently, we have tried placing a 7.5-Fr pancreatic duct stent to achieve more effective exocrine output from the pancreas; however, the association between pancreatic duct stent size and POPF remains unknown. Methods: Sixty-five patients with soft pancreatic texture who underwent PD were retrospectively analyzed. After dividing the pancreas, a pancreatic duct stent (stent size 4.0 in 29 patients, 5.0 in 18, and 7.5 Fr in 18) was placed in the main pancreatic duct. Results: Twenty-five of 65 patients with soft pancreatic texture (38.5%) developed POPF. POPF became less frequent as the pancreatic duct stent size increased (p = 0.003). The factors associated with POPF development were a 7.5-Fr pancreatic duct stent (p = 0.005), 5.0-Fr pancreatic duct stent (p = 0.031), and male sex (p = 0.008). Pancreatic duct stent size and pancreatic duct diameter did not differ between the POPF and non-POPF groups. Discussion/Conclusions: In patients with a soft pancreas, the placement of a 7.5-Fr pancreatic duct stent may reduce the incidence of POPF.
Highlights of the 11th Emirates Diabetes and Endocrine (Virtual) Congress, March 4–6, 2021
Authors: Beshyah Salem A. , Rashid Fauzia , Ibrahim Abdelgadir Elamin
Published: January 2022

Backgrounds: The Eleventh Diabetes and Endocrine Virtual Congress (EDEC 2021) was held on March 4–6, 2021, due to the COVID pandemic. Objectives: We aimed to present highlights of the congress proceedings. Materials and Methods: The journal appointed 3 rapporteurs to prepare this congress report. They prepared assigned sections and reviewed the rest of the manuscript, and approved its final version. Results: The conference contents over 3 days included a wide range of lectures by world-class experts and key opinion leaders on various topical subjects, endocrinology, diabetes care, and metabolism, in addition to original data from submitted abstracts. The clinical approach to managing a pituitary mass, contemporary management of acromegaly, and the relationship between growth hormone and neoplasia were discussed. The virtual EDEC 2021 provided a comprehensive review of topical issues concerning clinical practice and research in diabetes, endocrinology, and metabolism. Predictably, the thyroid took the scene’s center, spanning many subjects from hypothyroidism, pregnancy care, thyroid nodules, and cancer management. Rational approaches to pituitary disease and acromegaly were valuable for practicing endocrinologists. Recent advances in adrenal disease were valuable, practical, and futuristic. The reviews on bone metabolism and calcium homeostasis at large and during the COVID-19 pandemic were fascinating. On the diabetes side, emphasis on the cardiovascular outcomes, the use of newer agents when compelling indications exist, and the role of technology were precious contributions. Some of the classical questions were addressed and revisited, such as endocrinology of thalassemia, precocious puberty, and testosterone replacement. The newer and future lipid-modifying therapies were stimulating, mainly when high-risk patients are considered. Imaging, immunology, and molecular biology took their share in various presentations. Conclusions: The virtual EDEC 2021 provided a comprehensive review of topical issues concerning clinical practice and research in diabetes, endocrinology, and metabolism. Many new concepts were introduced in diabetes care and endocrinology, bringing the audience to the forefront of research and world-class clinical practice.
Uma moeda impossível, um corpo inesgotável: a economia sadiana no século XX entre Georges Bataille e Pierre Klossowski
Authors: Oliveira Eduardo Jorge de
Published: January 2022

Será feita uma leitura de D.A.F. de Sade em Pierre Klossowski, Sade Mon Prochain, 1947, e em Georges Bataille, La valeur d'usage de D.A.F. de Sade, O.C. II, 1929-1940, ao lado do prefácio dedicado a Justine, em 1958. A partir desses textos, serão discutidos os aspectos de uma economia sadeana como uma operação de mudança de valores literários ou como a decadência pode ser sustentada como um valor romanesco para a composição de um corpo impossível.
Diagrama ou dispositivo? Foucault entre Deleuze e Agamben
Authors: Agostinho Larissa Drigo
Published: January 2022

O objetivo desde texto é resgatar a noção de diagrama presente em Foucault para diferenciar duas interpretações do conceito de dispositivo, a leitura de Agamben e a leitura que Deleuze faz de Foucault. A noção de dispositivo de Agamben diz respeito às positividades concretas que se inserem numa rede de poder. Pretendemos demonstrar que o conceito de Deleuze não deixa de lado outros aspectos do conceito foucaultiano, o dispositivo ou diagrama além de ser uma rede entre diversos elementos discursivos e não discursivos, é também mais geral que uma episteme, neste sentido ele contém  elementos que não são totalmente capturados pelo poder, forças que não se deixam materializar em aparelhos de controle, sujeitos que não se deixam sujeitar ou que escapam das teias do poder.
Provar algo não significa convencer o público: lições de pensadoras ‘feministas’ do século XVII
Authors: Zirbel Ilze
Published: January 2022

O presente artigo traz algumas reflexões da filósofa e feminista decolonial Elsa Dorlin sobre o que chamou de feminismo-lógico-filosófico do século XVII, presente nas posições de Marie de Gournay, Anna Maria Van Schurman, François Poullain de la Barre e Gabrielle Suchon.  Neste artigo, esse tipo de filosofia é classificado como lógico-igualitarista e recebe uma quinta representante: Mary Astell. Estas filósofas e la Barre defenderam uma igualdade entre os ‘sexos' por meio de argumentos lógicos que visavam demonstrar a igualdade como algo verdadeiro e irrefutável. É nossa intenção apresentar ao público brasileiro algumas das estratégias utilizadas por essas filósofas, e apontadas por Dorlin, no debate sobre a desigualdade ou igualdade entre os sexos. Por fim, focaremos nos motivos pelos quais as estratégias utilizadas não chegaram a atingir seu objetivo: um contexto de juízos e juízes corrompidos.
Da divindade ao pecado
Authors: Otsuka Melissa Tami
Published: January 2022

Trata-se de um comentário acerca do papel das figuras mitológicas de cosmogonias antigas na construção de ideais de feminilidade que Simone de Beauvoir evoca n’O Segundo Sexo (1949) de acordo com as narrativas modernas acerca do passado mítico feminino. O presente artigo busca sobrevoar a abordagem da filósofa acerca dos discursos míticos da criação segundo os estudos de seus interlocutores etnólogos e antropólogos: a divindade da mulher nas sociedades, consideradas por eles como “primitivas”, e a sua dessacralização diante da moral cristã. Essa é uma das investigações realizadas por Beauvoir para compreender a situação de opressão da mulher, a saber, como através de discursos e narrativas sobre o corpo se tenta colocar a mulher como o Outro absoluto. Tendo em vista esse recorte, nosso enfoque, portanto, passa por apresentar a análise feita pela filósofa que torna possível identificar como o corpo, ora interpretado por explicações sacralizadoras do que é feminino, ora repudiado pelo cristianismo como pecado, torna-se expressão da alteridade.
Sobre a importância da transversalidade de gênero para o debate feminista contemporâneo
Authors: Calado Veronica
Published: January 2022

O primeiro tratado versando sobre a necessidade do desenvolvimento de cooperação internacional para a defesa dos direitos humanos, independentemente de raça, sexo, língua ou religião, foi a Carta das Nações Unidas (1945). A partir de então outros documentos, tais como a Convenção Interamericana sobre a concessão dos direitos civis à mulher (1948), Convenção sobre os Direitos Políticos (1953), Convenção para eliminar todas as formas de discriminação contra a mulher (1979), foram firmados. No Brasil, a questão da desigualdade de gênero voltou a ser debatida, na esteira no processo de redemocratização nacional, a partir da década de 1980. Não obstante, a agenda política internacional persiste na defesa da superação da desigualdade sob o viés individual, ignorando sua interface com outras questões, tais como: pobreza, raça ou etnia, entre outras. Negligenciam-se também aspectos importantes ao debate, tais como a desnaturalização e a dimensão identitária do corpo, e a ética feminista da negação do dever de cuidado. Observar a mulher para além dos limites impostos pela divisão sexual e social do trabalho pode auxiliar no processo de efetivação dos direitos e garantias fundamentais assegurados a esse grupo focal pela via normativa, mas reiteradamente negados pelos costumes.
Interações, espaços e ambientes utilizados por entendidas belorizontinas: um caminho velado
Authors: Souza Janice Aparecida de , Chacham Alessandra Sampaio
Published: January 2022

Este artigo aborda a invisibilidade da homossexualidade feminina a partir da análise da experiência de uma “Confraria” de Lésbicas mineiras nascidas na década de 1950. O objetivo é refletir sobre os usos que faziam dos espaços e sobre as interações possíveis à época. Se é a partir dos processos de interação social que o sentido e o significado nas relações emergem, a forma pela qual a cidade acolhe ou ignora e invisibiliza determinados sujeitos impacta suas vidas. O modo pelo qual elas se apropriaram dos espaços disponíveis na cidade de Belo Horizonte e a criação de outros espaços mais reservados foram fundamentais para a criação de longevos vínculos de amizade e convivência. Tais vínculos parecem ter colaborado para uma rede de apoio mais estruturada na velhice formada por  relações de afeto, amizade e solidariedade.
Introdução: consumindo memórias de casa na construçao do presente e imaginando o futuro
Authors: Janowski Monica
Published: January 2022

Agora é amplamente reconhecido na Antropologia de que os estudos das 'práticas alimentares' são importante para o entendimento de como as pessoas constroem a noção de quem são (1). As maneiras pelas quais os alimentos desempenham papel no contexto da migração não receberam tanta atenção até agora (embora veja Kershen, 2002). No entanto, existem bons motivos para sugerir que a compreensão dos processos de migração em si pode se beneficiar se examinados por meio das lentes da comida e da bebida; que indiscutivelmente desempenham um papel central na construção da identidade no contexto da migração tanto em nível individual como coletivo.
“Substitutos da presença”: imigrantes italianos(as), retratos e fotografias
Authors: Pereira Syrléa Marques
Published: January 2022

O artigo observa a “grande migração” italiana para o Brasil, a partir de fotografias conservadas por imigrantes ao longo de suas vidas. Esses “fragmentos da realidade” revelam marcas culturais de um outro tempo, experiências e trajetórias de vida. Às(aos) historiadoras(es) cabe a tarefa de fazer perguntas a esses “documentos/monumentos”. Assim, são apresentadas premissas teóricas para compreensão dessas fontes enquanto artefatos e suportes de memória; e a História Oral como abordagem para a análise das narrativas tecidas pelos(as) proprietários(as) das imagens. Percebeu-se que as fotos se constituíram em imagens-mensagens para os imigrantes “atestarem” aos parentes distantes que viviam em boas condições de vida, mas que nem sempre eram reais. Hoje, as imagens permitem a construção da identidade do grupo italiano em terras brasileiras.
COGO, D.; TEIXEIRA, R. T. (Orgs.). Guia de cinema e migrações transnacionais. Boa Vista: Editora da UFRR, 2018.
Authors: Antuniassi Maria Helena Rocha
Published: January 2022

A obra em questão é o resultado de um trabalho conjunto entre dois grupos de pesquisas credenciados pelo CNPq: GRUDES voltado aos estudos e pesquisas sobre os “Desdobramentos Simbólicos do Espaço Urbano nas Narrativas Audiovisuais” do Programa de Pós-graduação em Comunicação da Universidade Tuiuti do Paraná (PPGCOM-Tuiuti) e DESLOCAR dedicado a pesquisas sobre os temas da “Interculturalidade, Cidadania, Comunicação e Consumo” no âmbito da Escola Superior de Propaganda e Marketing de São Paulo (PPGCOM-ESPM) que se uniram tendo por objetivo não somente despertar nos leitores a reflexão sobre as interfaces entre cinema e migrações internacionais, mas ultrapassá-las levando-os a ações de intervenções sociais e educativas inspiradas nos problemas sociais mostrados e discutidos nas citadas interfaces.
REINHARDT, Juliana Cristina. Alemães, Comida e Identidade: Uma tese ilustrada. Curitiba: Máquina de Escrever, 2014, 271 p.
Authors: Gomide Cristina Helou
Published: January 2022

Alemães, comida e identidade: Uma tese ilustrada. Nome interessante que nos instigou a leitura e nos impeliu à produção dessa resenha. Chamou a atenção o título convidativo, as imagens distribuídas entre fotografias de época e desenhos, e o modo acessível com que o leitor vai sendo conduzido. A Obra é de Juliana Cristina Reinhardt, publicada pela editora “Máquina de Escrever”, de Curitiba, capital do Paraná, no Brasil. A edição é de 2014 e é fruto de pesquisas realizadas no campo de “História da Alimentação”, tratando em específico dos “alemães, comida e identidade” (Reinhardt, 2014, s/p) revelando a articulação entre expressões culturais e artísticas, abordando “Ciência, gastronomia e ilustração” (Reinhardt, 2014, s/p). Fruto de uma Tese de Doutorado, intitulada “Diz-me o que comes e te direi quem és: alemães, comida e identidade” (publicada na íntegra pela mesma editora), a presente publicação carrega trechos que foram traduzidos em imagens por meio do trabalho de Rafael Mox, contando também com as ilustrações da Igreja do Redentor e a Igreja de Cristo, contribuições de Fabiano Vianna e Cássio Shiumizu.
Migrações contemporâneas em Angola: culturas e identidades construídas e reconstruídas
Authors: Coelho Marciele Nazaré
Published: January 2022

O presente artigo busca discutir a migração e o retorno de cidadãos oriundos da República Democrática do Congo para Angola. A compreensão das vivências destes, no que se refere a identidade e cultura constituem-se o objetivo deste artigo e na base da metodologia comunicativa foram recolhidos oito relatos comunicativos. Na sua análise destacam-se os fatores considerados obstáculos, a aprendizagem da língua portuguesa, as discriminações e preconceitos vivenciados por um lado, por outro, os que se revelam transformadores, as vivências solidárias no espaço educativo e religioso, as relações interculturais e a construção identitária a partir das referências culturais familiares. A relação entre o pertencer e o não pertencer são essenciais para a discussão da construção de uma identidade plural, dialógica e na base da igualdade.
Migrações Contemporâneas, comida e transnacionalismos a partir de uma Cidade Global
Authors: Rocha Carla Pires Vieira da
Published: January 2022

O texto aborda como os processos relacionados ao período atual da globalização se manifestam a partir de práticas voltadas à alimentação de imigrantes de diferentes nacionalidades no contexto da cidade de Amsterdã (Países Baixos). Resulta de uma pesquisa de doutorado de cunho etnográfico, com trabalho de campo realizado entre o mês de abril de 2015 a março de 2016, nessa capital. O foco da investigação recaiu sobretudo nas dimensões socioculturais do fenômeno alimentar e nos significados que a comida pode adquirir em uma condição migratória. Em paralelo, a atenção esteve voltada para especificidades das migrações contemporâneas, em especial no que diz respeito às dimensões culturais envolvidas e ao caráter essencialmente transnacional que têm demarcado muitos desses movimentos, repercutindo não apenas em como indivíduos desterritorializados vêm se relacionando com a comida, mas também em como estabelecem diferentes modalidades de conexões através da comida.
Language Contact, Cognition, and Cross-Linguistic Influence in the Greek Pentateuch
Authors: Maurais Jean
Published: January 2022

This study engages recent discussions concerning the description of the Greek of the LXX Pentateuch and the nature of source text interference. Research in contact linguistics and cognition provides a framework to describe the various phenomena observed, ranging from borrowing of linguistic material to the more widespread structural transfer. Processes such as pivot-matching and the cognitive aspects of word-choice transfer shed light on the mechanics of translation and issues such as the nature of cross-linguistic influence and a translator’s apparent inconsistencies. In this context, the intelligibility of specific renderings or their grammatical conventionality are not sufficient criteria for assessing cross-linguistic influence since its effects can be felt at the level of register or genre. This has important ramifications for the register or genre categorization of various textual units of the LXX Pentateuch and stylistic descriptions.
Who Owned Florence?: Religious Institutions and Property Ownership in the Early Modern City
Authors: Walden Justine , Terpstra Nicholas
Published: January 2022

This study employs a 1561 tax census to survey estimated property incomes in Florence with particular attention to lay and ecclesiastical religious institutions. Its key findings are five. First, religious institutions were collectively the wealthiest corporate entities in the city, holding one fifth of all residential properties and one third of all workshops, and drawing 20.2 percent of all property income generated within city walls. Second, many were civic- and lay-religious institutions such as confraternities and hospitals. Third, the property income of religious houses was distributed across multiple organizations while that held by the Florentine diocese was concentrated in a few. Fourth, among religious orders, Mendicant houses had a larger urban presence than the older contemplative houses. Fifth, the property holdings of the formally defunct military-religious order of the Knights of S. Jacopo signal the deftness with which some institutions adapted to new circumstances. Overall, this survey of property incomes helps quantify the shape of power in the Florentine religious universe.
Impacts of Rotation Axis and Frequency on Vestibular Perceptual Thresholds
Authors: Wagner Andrew R. , Kobel Megan J. , Merfeld Daniel M.
Published: January 2022

In an effort to characterize the factors influencing the perception of self-motion rotational cues, vestibular self-motion perceptual thresholds were measured in 14 subjects for rotations in the roll and pitch planes, as well as in the planes aligned with the anatomic orientation of the vertical semicircular canals (i.e., left anterior, right posterior; LARP, and right anterior, left posterior; RALP). To determine the multisensory influence of concurrent otolith cues, within each plane of motion, thresholds were measured at four discrete frequencies for rotations about earth-horizontal (i.e., tilts; EH) and earth-vertical axes (i.e., head positioned in the plane of the rotation; EV). We found that the perception of rotations, stimulating primarily the vertical canals, was consistent with the behavior of a high-pass filter for all planes of motion, with velocity thresholds increasing at lower frequencies of rotation. In contrast, tilt (i.e, EH rotation) velocity thresholds, stimulating both the canals and otoliths (i.e., multisensory integration), decreased at lower frequencies and were significantly lower than earth-vertical rotation thresholds at each frequency below 2 Hz. These data suggest that multisensory integration of otolithic gravity cues with semicircular canal rotation cues enhances perceptual precision for tilt motions at frequencies below 2 Hz. We also showed that rotation thresholds, at least partially, were dependent on the orientation of the rotation plane relative to the anatomical alignment of the vertical canals. Collectively these data provide the first comprehensive report of how frequency and axis of rotation influence perception of rotational self-motion cues stimulating the vertical canals.
Ephedra aurea (Ephedraceae), a new species from Sicily
Authors: BRULLO SALVATORE , BRULLO CRISTIAN , CAMBRIA SALVATORE , ILARDI VINCENZO , SIRACUSA GIUSEPPE , GIUSSO DEL GALDO GIANPIETRO
Published: January 2022

Ephedra aurea, a new species occurring in Sicily, is described and illustrated. Taxonomically, it shows close relationships with Ephedra nebrodensis mainly for the small size with internodes scabrous-wrinkled not fragile at the nodes, but relevant differences regarding the size and shape of twigs, leaves, male and female cones, ovules, seeds, fruiting strobili and pollen grains allow to distinguish very well the two species. Its ecology, conservation status and relationships with other allied Mediterranean species are discussed.
Podocarpus neolinearis, a new name for Podocarpus linearis de Laub. (Podocarpaceae)
Authors: IDREES MUHAMMAD , ZHANG ZHIYONG
Published: January 2022

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Two new synonyms of Calamus inermis (Arecaceae)
Authors: MEHMUD SELIM , ROY HIMU
Published: January 2022

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New species, Parahelicomyces yunnanensis sp. nov. and Tubeufia nigroseptum sp. nov. from freshwater habitats in Yunnan, China
Authors: LI LONG-LI , SHEN HONG-WEI , Bao DanFeng , LU YONG-ZHONG , SU HONG-YAN , LUO ZONG-LONG
Published: January 2022

Diversity of lignicolous freshwater fungi in northwestern Yunnan, China is currently being studied. Four fresh collections of tubeufiaceous taxa were collected and identified. Among of them, Parahelicomyces yunnanensis sp. nov and Tubeufia nigroseptum sp. nov. are introduced as new species based on morphology and molecular phylogenetic analysis of combined ITS, SSU, TEF1-α and RPB2 sequence data. The detailed descriptions and illustrations of the new species are provided, as well as the morphological comparison with similar taxa are discussed. Two strains of Neohelicomyces aquaticus and Tubeufia cylindrothecia are provided.
A new Critically Endangered species of stone breaker (Phyllanthus, Phyllanthaceae) from Central Brazil, with notes on its leaf and stem anatomy
Authors: SILVA MARCOS JOSÉ DA , ALONSO ALEXANDRE ANTÔNIO , SANTOS IGOR SOARES DOS
Published: January 2022

A new species from the state of Goiás, Brazil, Phyllanthus pterocaulis, is described and illustrated, with comments on its geographic distribution and environmental preferences, phenology, morphological relationships, and systematic position. It is morphologically allied with Phyllanthus avicularis, P. heliotropus, and P. hyssopifolioides, but differs from all of them by a set of characters related to cymules sex, presence and types of trichomes on leaves and stems, leaf consistency, numbers of sepals in flower of both sexes, integrity of stamens, capsules and seeds. Additionally, we provide images of the new species in the field, conservation status, mapped distribution, the anatomical description of its stem and leaves, and a key to differentiate it from the other similar species belonging to Phyllanthus sect. Loxopodium occurring in Brazil. The new species is one of the few in the genus that occurs in shaded environments in seasonal dry forests within the Cerrado biome.
Epidendrum dayseae, a new species of Orchidaceae (Laeliinae) from northern Brazil
Authors: KRAHL AMAURI H. , CORDEIRO JOEL M. P. , HAGSATER ERIC
Published: January 2022

A new Epidendrum species of the Nocturnum group is proposed for the Brazilian central Amazon, near Manaus. It is described, illustrated, and compared with similar species. Epidendrum dayseae can be recognized by the pendent stem, the long, narrow leaves, a relatively long floral pedicel, and the lateral lobes of the lip smaller than the mid-lobe and deeply separated. The new species resembles E. longicolle, but is distinguished by the union between of the lateral and mid-lobes of the lip being under half the mid-lobe length. The new species is also compared with E. plurifolionocturnum. Its chromosome number is 2n = 4x = 80, with a band pattern similar to other species of the Nocturnum group.
Case–Control Study on Exercise-Induced Vasculitis in Hikers
Authors: Quéneau Alexandre , Pistorius Marc-Antoine , Connault Jérôme , Raimbeau Alizée , Gautier Giovanni , Bergère Guillaume , Artifoni Mathieu , Durant Cécile , Bénichou Antoine , Hersant Jeanne , Espitia Olivier
Published: January 2022

The aim of this study was to identify clinical factors associated with exercise-induced vasculitis (EIV). This study included EIV cases and controls matched for age. Cases included were all members of a hiking club and participated in extended hiking trips. Exercise-induced vasculitis was diagnosed based on clinical signs occurring only after prolonged walks. Chronic venous disease was defined using the Clinical Etiological Anatomical Pathophysiologic classification. This study included 162 hikers: 32 EIV cases and 130 matched controls. Mean age at EIV diagnosis was 47.1 years and 24 (75.0%) of EIV cases were women. Chronic venous disease was present in 19 (57.6%) of EIV cases vs 39 (30.0%) in controls ( P = .001); those with EIV had significantly more saphenous vein insufficiency and C3 venous insufficiency than controls, 85.0 vs 52.6% and 8 (25.0%) vs 13 (10.0%) ( P = .02), respectively. For EIV cases, mean walking distance per hike was significantly higher than for controls ( P = .002). Exercise-induced vasculitis symptoms were typical with rash and/or purpura on the leg in warm conditions. Lesions spontaneously disappear in <10 days. In this study, EIV cases had more chronic venous disease and longer mean walking distances than controls.
Transnational Parenthood and Migrant Subjective Well-Being in Italy
Authors: Tosi Francesca , Impicciatore Roberto
Published: January 2022

Transnational parents are migrant mothers and fathers who have at least one child left behind in the home country. Despite their non-negligible prevalence in many destination countries, scarcity of data on the topic has caused a lack of attention to this phenomenon in both policy and scholarship. In particular, little is known about how the interplay between migration and family relations at a distance affects the individual well-being of both migrant parents and their left-behind children, especially in a European context. This article evaluates the subjective well-being of migrant couples currently residing in Italy who have children left behind, compared with childless migrants and with migrant parents living with their children in Italy. Multivariate logistic regression applied to individual-level data from Istat’s Survey on Social condition and integration of foreign citizens, 2011–2012, shows that transnational parents experienced lower levels of self-rated health compared with migrants with different family statuses and that the well-being loss associated with transnational parenthood is strongly gendered. Controlling for individual characteristics, socio-economic conditions, the presence of minor children, and migration background, our analysis demonstrates that men’s subjective wellbeing did not vary based on their family status while transnational mothers experienced significantly lower well-being compared with childless migrant women. Our research suggests the need for adopting a transnational approach to migration starting from data gathering, for instance through the design and implementation of multi-sited and retrospective surveys.
A Randomized Controlled Trial of Repetitive Peripheral Magnetic Stimulation applied in Early Subacute Stroke: Effects on Severe Upper-limb Impairment
Authors: Jiang Yi-Fan , Zhang Dai , Zhang Jing , Hai Hong , Zhao Ying-Yu , Ma Yue-Wen
Published: January 2022

Objectives

Repetitive peripheral magnetic stimulation (rPMS) is a non-invasive method that activates peripheral nerves and enhances muscle strength. This study aimed to investigate the effect of rPMS applied in early subacute stroke on severe upper extremity impairment.

Design

Randomized controlled trial.

Setting

Rehabilitation department of a university hospital.

Subjects

People aged 30–80 years with no practical arm function within four weeks of a first stroke.

Interventions

Participants were randomly assigned to either the rPMS group ( n = 24, 20Hz and 2400 pulses of rPMS to triceps brachii and extensor digitorum muscles daily for two weeks in addition to conventional physiotherapy) or the control group ( n = 20, conventional physiotherapy).

Main measures

The primary outcome was the upper extremity motor section of Fugl-Meyer Assessment after treatment. Secondary outcomes included Barthel Index and root mean square of surface electromyography for muscle strength and stretch-induced spasticity of critical muscles of the upper extremity. Data presented: mean (SD) or median (IQR).

Results

The rPMS group showed more significant improvements in the Fugl-Meyer Assessment (12.5 (2.5) vs. 7.0 (1.4), P < 0.001), Barthel Index (15 (5) vs. 10 (3.7), P < 0.001), and strength-root mean square (biceps brachii: 20.5 (4.8) vs. 6.2 (2.7), p < 0.001; triceps brachii: 14.9 (5.8) vs. 4.3 (1.2), p < 0.001; flexor digitorum: 5.1 (0.8) vs. 4.0 (1.1), p < 0.001) compared with the control group.

Conclusion

In patients with no functional arm movement, rPMS of upper limb extensors improves arm function and muscle strength for grip and elbow flexion and extension.
Lifetime use of MDMA/ecstasy and psilocybin is associated with reduced odds of major depressive episodes
Authors: Jones Grant M , Nock Matthew K
Published: January 2022

Background:

Depression is a major mental health issue worldwide, with high rates of chronicity and non-recovery associated with the condition. Existing treatments such as antidepressant medication and psychological treatments have modest effectiveness, suggesting the need for alternative interventions.

Aim:

The aim of this study was to examine the relationships between MDMA (3,4-methylenedioxymethamphetamine)/ecstasy and psilocybin use and major depressive episodes (MDEs).

Methods:

This observational study used data from a large ( N = 213,437) nationally representative sample of US adults to test the association of lifetime use of MDMA/ecstasy, psilocybin and other classic psychedelics (lysergic acid diethylamide (LSD), peyote, mescaline), other illegal substances (e.g. cocaine, phencyclidine (PCP)), and legal/medicinal substances of misuse (e.g. pain relievers, tranquilizers) with lifetime, past year, and past year severe MDEs.

Results:

Results revealed that lifetime MDMA/ecstasy use was associated with significantly lowered odds of a lifetime MDE (adjusted odds ratio (aOR) = 0.84; p < 0.001), past year MDE (aOR = 0.84; p < 0.001), and past year severe MDE (aOR = 0.82; p < 0.001). Psilocybin was associated with significantly lowered odds of a past year MDE (aOR = 0.90; p < 0.05) and past year severe MDE (aOR = 0.87; p < 0.05). All other substances either shared no relationship with a MDE or conferred increased odds of an MDE.

Conclusions:

These results suggest that MDMA/ecstasy and psilocybin use is associated with lower risk of depression. Experimental studies are needed to test whether there is a causal association between use of these compounds and the alleviation of depressive symptoms.
Offshore wind resource assessment using reanalysis data
Authors: Ahmad Sajeer , Abdullah Muhammad , Kanwal Ammara , Tahir Zia ul Rehman , Saeed Usama Bin , Manzoor Fabia , Atif Muhammad , Abbas Sabtain
Published: January 2022

The growth rate of offshore wind is increasing due to technological advancement and reduction in cost. An approach using mast measured data at coastline and reanalysis data is proposed for offshore wind resource assessment, especially for developing countries. The evaluation of fifth generation European Reanalysis (ERA5) data was performed against measured data using statistical analysis. ERA5 data slightly underestimates wind speed and wind direction with percentage bias of less than 1%. Wind resource assessment of region in Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) of Pakistan was performed in terms of wind speed and Wind Power Density (WPD). The range of monthly mean wind speed and WPD in the region was 4.03–8.67 m/second and 73–515 W/m2 respectively. Most-probable wind speed and dominating wind direction on corners and center of the region were found using probability distributions and wind rose diagrams respectively. Most-probable wind speed ranges 4.41–7.64 m/second and dominating wind direction is southwest.