bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Zdeněk Hrabica a Karel Hauser – nové akvizice v Archivu Národního muzea
Authors: Majtenyi David
Published: December 2024

Zdeněk Hrabica and Karel Hauser – new acquisitions in the Archives of the National Museum

Two new acquisitions of the National Museum Archives - the written estate of the distinguished journalist and writer Zdeněk Hrabica (1936–2022) and the scientific worker and concentration camp prisoner Karel Hauser (1918–2002). Zdeněk Hrabica was devoted to journalism and writing from his youth. He was also politically active, serving as the first secretary of the Czechoslovak Youth Union from 1966 to 1969. During the years of normalisation, he held the post of editor-in-chief of the magazine Svět v obrazech (World in Pictures) and began writing non-fiction books. His main publications include biographies of generals Karel Klapalek and Ludvík Svoboda, as well as the series Lidé z Reportáže (People from Reportage), which traces the fate of people from the circle of the executed communist journalist Julius Fucik. After November 1989, he continued his editorial work and writing. Along with historical topics, he also worked in the field of gastronomy and sommelier. Karel Hauser, a pre-war student of Brno technical colleges, joined the communist resistance during the occupation, was arrested and after his conviction imprisoned in Wrocław, then in the Auschwitz concentration camp. In January 1945, he was transported by death transport to Buchenwald concentration camp, where he lived to see the end of the war. In the 1950s he became a distinguished scientist in the field of food chemistry and animal feed. He was the recipient of numerous awards for his participation in the resistance as well as for his scientific work. The present study includes detailed biographies of the two main protagonists, the process of acquiring their estates and then the creation of their personal trusts, together with an aspect of their content and scope.
Grounding Falak Science: Assistance in Measuring Qibla Direction in Mosques in Agam Regency
Authors: Hendri  , Elfiani  , Afdilanisa  , Na’ali Basri , Shafra
Published: December 2024

This community service activity was carried out on the basis of assistance because there are still pros and cons to the Qibla direction of the mosque at Syech Ahmad Chatib Islamic boarding school in Balai Gurah, Agam Regency and the need for community knowledge about Qibla direction that needs to be improved. Agam and the need for public knowledge about the direction of the Qibla that needs to be conveyed to the community both in the syech ahmad Chatib Islamic boarding school and the surrounding community. and the surrounding community. This mentoring training uses rashdul Qibla, theodolite and Qibla compass and by using discussion methods, demonstration and mentoring which is packaged in the form of hands-on training in the use of Qibla direction measuring device. Service that is packaged in the form of this training divided into 3 sessions, namely Providing material on Fiqh of Qibla direction, Problematics of Qibla Direction in Indonesia and continued with the practice of using the Qibla direction measuring device with theodilite and Qibla compass. Participants as many as 30 people who are Mosque Imama syech ahmad Chatib and students of the pesantren ahmad Chatib. In this activity, mosque imams were trained to understand the fiqh of the direction of Qibla direction as their basis in answering problems in the community about the the importance of facing the Qibla in terms of performing worship (prayer). Furthermore, the Imam of the mosque is then equipped with the practice of using theodolite tools and qibla compasses. and Qibla compass collaborated with the Qibla direction application.
TAHAPAN STRATEGI KOMUNIKASI UNIT PENGUMPUL ZAKAT (UPZ) KECAMATAN SALATIGA DALAM MENINGKATKAN LITERASI ZAKAT MAAL TAHUN 2023
Authors: Tasya Tasya , Muhammad Rifki , Ghazali Zulfikar
Published: December 2024

Effective communication within UPZ’s communication strategy framework can enhance zakat maal literacy among the community, including in the Salatiga District of UPZ. The communication strategy employed by Salatiga District UPZ has proven to be efficient in increasing the number of people paying zakat maal in 2023. This study aims to depict the communication strategy used by Salatiga District, UPZ, to improve zakat maal literacy among the community in 2023. The research method utilized in this study is sultative research with a case study approach. The research findings demonstrate that the communication strategy implemented by Salatiga District UPZ is applied through a program called Friday Safari. Saatiga District UPZ’s communication strategy involves four stages: planning, implementation, media production and development, and evaluation. In the planning stage, Salatiga District UPZ determines communication elements, including communicators, messages, media, and the target audience. The implementation phase includes the Friday safari program, where UPZ directly interacts with the community through sermons and socialization to enhance zakat maal literacy. In the production and media development stages, UPZ utilizes Facebook social media to reach a wider audience. The final stage involves evaluating the communication strategy, which includes reviewing media effectiveness, message clarity, and audience follow-up.
KRITIK MATAN TANDA-TANDA KEDATANGAN KIAMAT
Authors: Alkadri Alkadri
Published: December 2024

The hadith concerning the signs of the apocalypse is sourced from numerous sources, each of which contains incomplete information. In fact, the purpose of the sources of information about the prophet is to shape their meaning. For this reason, it is necessary to engage in mature criticism. In the meantime, it's crucial to read the signs of the impending apocalypse, as they can be verified through current phenomena. The methodology for discussing literature studies is through a material criticism approach and text interpretation with a focus on comparing data and its meaning, aimed at obtaining complete information and interpretation of texts according to current phenomena. It was found that ten signs of the arrival of the apocalypse were stated by the prophet according to the reasoning of Arab society at that time, namely fog, antichrist, dabbah, the prophet Isa, gog and magog, the sun rising from the west, an eclipse to the east, an eclipse to the west, an eclipse on the Arabian Peninsula, and fire arising from Yemen. It is a symbol of bad human behavior and natural disasters, according to the textual meaning. The contextual significance of all these signs is proven by the bad consequences of global warming, namely extreme weather changes and devastating natural disasters. Even if a nuclear war occurs, it will destroy all of humanity.
KOMUNIKASI SIMBOLIK TRADISI MAKAN NASI DAMAI DI DESA SEPINGGAN KECAMATAN SEMPARUK KABUPATEN SAMBAS
Authors: Oriantanti Emil , Azwar Azwar , Irawan Deni
Published: December 2024

The Malay community of Sepinggan Village, Semparuk District, Sambas Regency, practices the tradition of eating peaceful rice. Of all the aspects contained in the tradition of eating peaceful rice, it is symbolic and contains meaning and values that are hopes for the picture of the future life of the bride and groom. Therefore, the purpose of this study is to describe: 1) the meaning of the tradition of eating peaceful rice; 2) the self-concept of the bride and groom towards the tradition of eating peaceful rice; and 3) the pattern of internal and external interactions of the bride and groom towards the tradition of eating peaceful rice. The research method used in this study is qualitative research with an anthropological approach. Data collection techniques are carried out through observation, interviews, and documentation, while the sources of data in this study are the bride and groom and the host. Furthermore, the data analysis techniques used are data reduction, data presentation, verification, and drawing conclusions, while the technique of checking the validity of the data, the researcher uses triangulation and member check techniques. The results of the study show that symbolic communication of the tradition of eating peaceful rice is a Sambas Malay culture, which has meaning and value in marriage for the bride and groom. The meaning of the peaceful rice is the hope of harmony and peace in the household, with many different things such as pleasures and trials symbolised by side dishes that have different flavors. In addition, the tradition of eating peaceful rice is symbolised for the bride and groom to serve, love, and respect each other in order to achieve the hope of peace in the household.
EKSPLORASI FAKTOR-FAKTOR PENENTU MINAT PENGGUNAAN INTERNET BANKING DI KABUPATEN LAMONGAN: STUDI KASUS DAN IMPLIKASI STRATEGIS
Authors: Faizah Erna Nur , Suyitno Suyitno , Suytano Agus
Published: December 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk melakukan investigasi faktor-faktor yang mempengaruhi minat individu menggunakan internet banking di Kabupaten Lamongan. Populasi pada penelitian ini adalah masyarakat di Kabupaten Lamongan yang telah menggunakan internet banking, Adapun teknik pengumpulan data melalui survei dengan menyebarkan kuesioner yang disusun berdasarkan penelitian terdahulu, dengan menetapkan 100 responden menggunakan teknik sampling stratifikasi. Menerapkan metode survei kuantitatif eksploratif, penelitian ini mengungkap bahwa persepsi kegunaan dan risiko signifikan mempengaruhi minat penggunaan internet banking. Sebaliknya, persepsi kemudahan, keamanan, dan kepercayaan tidak menunjukkan pengaruh yang signifikan. Model regresi linier berganda yang digunakan menjelaskan sebesar 43% variabilitas minat individu, menunjukkan tingkat penjelasan yang moderat. Hasil penelitian menyarankan peningkatan fitur kegunaan dan manajemen risiko pada layanan internet banking sebagai faktor kunci untuk meningkatkan minat pengguna. Edukasi pengguna diidentifikasi sebagai aspek penting lainnya, mengingat kurangnya pengaruh kemudahan, keamanan, dan kepercayaan dalam model yang diteliti.
Zasada pomocniczości a jej wrogowie – doktryna umowy społecznej jako podstawa centralizacji władzy państwowej od XIV w. do rewolucji francuskiej
Authors: Jabłoński Jędrzej
Published: December 2024

Even though the principle of subsidiarity was developed only in the 19th century, it had been practically applied since much earlier. Medieval reality was especially characterized by its application. This article aims to trace the history of the development of doctrines based on the idea of social contract between individuals. Such doctrines were conceived in the 14th century by William of Ockham and Marsilius of Padua and later elaborated by Thomas Hobbes, John Locke and Jean-Jacques Rousseau. Main focus has been applied to those elements of these doctrines, which caused significant centralization of state power in the modern period, which was practically realized with political changes caused by the English “Glorious Revolution” or especially the French Revolution. The idea of the state as a unity, created as a result of the contract between free and equal individuals who have ceded whole power over themselves to this unity, clearly undermines the independence of smaller communities, thereby effectively limiting the possibility of real application of the principle of subsidiarity as a principle of the political system.
ANALISIS INTERAKSI OBAT PADA PASIEN COVID-19 DENGAN PENYAKIT STROKE DI INSTALASI RAWAT INAP RSD GUNUNG JATI CIREBON
Authors: Rizki Nurbaeti  , Nur Rahmi Hidayati  , Trisna Lestari  , Sulistiorini Indriaty  , Nina Karlina  , Lela Sulastri  , Yayan Rizikiyan
Published: December 2024

Interaksi obat covid-19 dengan penyakit stroke harus mendapatkan perhatian khusus karena pasien membutuhkan berbagai macam obat. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui karakteristik pasien, potensi interaksi obat, tingkat keparahan interaksi obat, gambaran jenis obat dan jumlah obat yang berinteraksi, serta hubungan antara karakteristik pasien dengan interaksi obat pada pasien. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian non eksperimental dengan pengambilan data secara retrospektif. Sampel dalam penelitian ini adalah rekam medik pasien terdiagnosa covid-19 dengan penyakit stroke yang memenuhi kriteria inklusi. Terdapat 71 pasien terdiagnosa covid-19 dengan penyakit stroke, sebanyak 43 pasien berpotensi interaksi obat, karakteristik pasien paling banyak dialami oleh perempuan (63,38%), berdasarkan usia 45-59 tahun (33,80%), dan tingkat keparahan tahapan Monitor ketat (61,73%). Obat yang paling banyak interaksi yaitu aspirin + vitamin C (5,56%). Hubungan jumlah obat yang digunakan dan yaitu pasien dengan jumlah obat >5 obat lebih banyak terjadi interaksi sebesar (52,11%). Pasien terdiagnosa covid-19 dengan penyakit stroke beresiko tinggi mengalami interaksi obat karena adanya penyakit penyerta pada pasien sehingga terapi obat lebih banyak.
Kata kunci: interaksi obat, covid-19, stroke, rekam medik
UJI AKTIVITAS ANTIBAKTERI KOMBINASI EKSTRAK ETANOL RIMPANG TEMULAWAK (Curcuma xanthorrhiza Roxb.) DAN RIMPANG LENGKUAS MERAH (Alpinia purpurata K.Schum.) TERHADAP BAKTERI Propionibacterium acnes
Authors: Zamzam Muhammad Yani , Didin Ahidin  , Della Nur Nadya
Published: December 2024

Rimpang temulawak (Curcuma xanthorrhiza Roxb.) dan rimpang lengkuas merah (Alpinia purpurata K. Schum.) memiliki aktivitas antibakteri terhadap bakteri Propionibacterium acnes. Bakteri ini bersifat oportunistik yang menginfeksi         jaringan kulit hingga menimbulkan peradangan. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui aktivitas antibakteri ekstrak etanol rimpang temulawak, ekstrak etanol rimpang lengkuas merah, dan  kombinasi ekstrak etanol rimpang temulawak dan ekstrak etanol rimpang lengkuas merah terhadap bakteri Propionibacterium acnes. Uji aktivitas antibakteri menggunakan metode difusi sumuran. Larutan uji adalah ekstrak etanol rimpang temulawak konsentrasi 1%, 2% dan 4%, ekstrak etanol rimpang lengkuas merah  konsentrasi 25%, 50%,  dan 75%, serta kombinasi ekstrak etanol rimpang temulawak dan ekstrak  etanol rimpang lengkuas merah (1:3), (1:1), dan (3:1),    dengan kontrol positif klindamisin 0,005%. Ekstrak etanol rimpang temulawak dengan konsentrasi 1%, 2% dan 4% memiliki aktivitas antibakteri kategori sedang hingga kuat terhadap bakteri Propionibacterium acnes dengan hasil rata-rata diameter 7,84 mm, 8,49mm, 10,12 mm. Ekstrak etanol rimpang lengkuas merah dengan konsentrasi 25%, 50% dan 75% memiliki aktivitas antibakteri kategori kuat terhadap bakteri Propionibacterium acnes dengan hasil rata-rata diameter 11,17 mm, 11,63 mm dan 11,99 mm. Kombinasi ekstrak etanol rimpang temulawak 4% dan ekstrak etanol rimpang legkuas merah 75% dengan perbandingan (1:3), (1:1), dan (3:1) memiliki aktivitas antibakteri kategori kuat terhadap bakteri Propionibacterium acnes dengan hasil rata-rata diameter 12,71 mm, 11,22 mm dan 10,41 mm.
Kata Kunci : Temulawak, lengkuas merah, kombinasi ekstrak, Propionibacterium acnes
Encefalopatía de Wernicke secundaria a Hiperémesis Gravídica en Paciente de 21 años
Authors: García Nicolás , Hinestroza Anthonier , Lewis Roberto
Published: December 2024

INTRODUCCIÓN: La encefalopatía de Wernicke (EW), causada por la deficiencia de tiamina es una urgencia neurológica potencialmente fatal pero reversible. Puede desarrollarse en pacientes con hiperémesis gravídica, ya que los vómitos incoercibles que lleva a disminución de ingesta de alimentos, malnutrición y malabsorción. CASO: Paciente de 21 años de edad, primigesta, con embarazo de 13 1/7 semanas que acude por historia de 2 meses de náuseas y vómitos (> de 10 vómitos por día) asociado a episodio de lipotimia. Se diagnostica a la paciente con embarazo de 13 6/7 semanas, hiperémesis gravídica y Encefalopatía de Wernicke. Se maneja con dosis de tiamina vía oral y se traslada a la Unidad de Cuidados Intensivos (UCI) de Obstetricia. CONCLUSIÓN: La encefalopatía de Wernicke es una urgencia médica que requiere tratamiento médico inmediato. El tratamiento de elección es la administración de tiamina.
Estrategias de la inteligencia artificial aplicadas a estudiantes de ciencias de la salud.
Authors: Álvarez Watson José Luis , Rodríguez Coronado Daria , Herrera Soberón Helen Saray , Sarmiento Camila , Cortez Polanco Yarkelis , Araúz De Gracia Eylen , Castañeda-González Juan Pablo
Published: December 2024

Introducción: En el contexto del acelerado avance tecnológico y digital, la inteligencia artificial ha surgido como un elemento fundamental en la atención médica integral dentro del campo de las ciencias de la salud. A través de la adopción del aprendizaje automático, se está encaminando hacia la consecución de resultados más eficientes y experiencias de salud mejoradas para los pacientes. Este desarrollo no solo busca optimizar los procesos clínicos y administrativos, sino también promete impulsar la detección temprana de enfermedades, personalizar tratamientos y revolucionar la prestación de servicios médicos, lo que, en última instancia, mejorará significativamente la calidad de vida de los pacientes. Materiales y métodos: Se llevó a cabo una revisión panorámica de la literatura, realizando una búsqueda sistemática en bases de datos incluyendo Pubmed, LILAC, BVS, incluyendo artículos donde se evidencia la participación de la inteligencia artificial como modelos de aprendizaje en estudiantes de ciencias de la salud. Resultados: En la búsqueda realizada en las tres bases de datos se encontraron 186 estudios, Pubmed, LILAC  y BVS. Se incluyeron 10 artículos que cumplieron con los criterios de elegibilidad. Conclusión: La inteligencia artificial está transformando el panorama de la salud, ofreciendo nuevas oportunidades para mejorar la precisión del diagnóstico, la eficiencia del tratamiento y la calidad de la atención médica. Sin embargo, es importante abordar los desafíos y preocupaciones asociadas con su aplicación para garantizar su efectividad y beneficios en el cuidado de la salud.
Tantangan dan Solusi Hukum Kekayaan Intelektual dalam Menanggulangi Knock-Off Knock-Off Culture Dalam Industri Kreatif Desain Fast Fashion
Authors: Evrita Ella , Philip Lawrence
Published: December 2024

Industri kreatif khususnya desain fesyen yang cepat telah berkembang pesat, tetapi fenomena knock-off culture telah mengganggu desainer dan bisnis serta perusahaan fesyen. Untuk menjaga desain original dari imitasi, Hak Kekayaan Intelektual (HKI) sangat penting. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui seberapa baik hukum HKI menangani budaya knock-off di industri fast fashion. Penelitian ini akan melihat bagaimana penerapan di berbagai negara berbeda, bagaimana konsumen melihatnya, bagaimana teknologi berfungsi, bagaimana kebijakan dievaluasi, efek ekonomi, dan pendekatan multidisipliner. Studi ini menggunakan metodologi kualitatif dan studi kasus komparatif internasional. Studi Pustaka, observasi menyeluruh adalah metode yang digunakan untuk mengumpulkan data. Efektivitas hukum HKI berbeda di negara maju dan berkembang, dengan penegakan hukum yang lebih kuat di negara maju. Tema-tema utama yang berkaitan dengan efektivitas hukum HKI diidentifikasi selama analisis data tematik. Konsumen masih kurang menyadari produk knock-off, meskipun banyak orang membeli mereka karena alasan ekonomi. Blockchain dan AI dapat melacak dan melindungi desain fesyen. Kebijakan dan peraturan HKI masih sulit diterapkan, terutama di negara berkembang. Dalam industri fesyen, budaya knock-off memengaruhi pendapatan dan reputasi merek. Untuk mengatasi knock-off culture, pendekatan multidisipliner terbukti telah berhasil. Dalam menangani knock-off culture, penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa melalui edukasi maka konsumen akan lebih baik, juga penegakan hukum yang lebih baik, penggunaan teknologi terbaru, kerja sama internasional, dan pendekatan multidisipliner sangat penting. Dengan menerapkan rekomendasi ini, diharapkan hukum HKI dapat membantu melindungi desain fesyen secara signifikan.
Investigation of the Relationship between Frailty, Successful Aging, and Physical Activity Levels in Older Individuals
Authors: Akkurt Burcu , Yılmaz Nergis , Tosun Anıl
Published: December 2024

Aim: This study aimed to examine the relationship between frailty, successful aging, and physical activity levels in older individuals.
Method: Data were collected from 99 volunteer participants aged ≥65. The questionnaire was delivered online via its Google Forms link. In the study, the Tilburg Frailty Indicator (TFI) was used to evaluate participants’ frailty levels, the Successful Aging Scale (SAS) was utilized to determine their successful aging status, and the International Physical Activity Questionnaire-Short Form (IPAQ-SF) was employed to measure their physical activity levels.
Results: The results of the study revealed a moderate, significant negative correlation between the TFI and SAS total scores. Additionally, a weak, significant positive correlation was found between the SAS and the IPAQ-SF total scores (s=0.982; p<0.001). A weak, negative correlation was detected between the physical component score of the TFI and the IPAQ-SF total score. There was a significant, highly negative correlation between the TFI total score and the healthy lifestyle sub-parameter score of the SAS (s=-.0634; p<0.001).
Conclusion: It has been determined that more active individuals exhibit both a healthier lifestyle and lower levels of frailty. The women have been found to be statistically more frail and less active compared to the men. It has been observed that frailty increases with age.
Domination number on an octagonal chain and an octagonal grid
Authors: Mihajlov Carević Miroslava
Published: December 2024

UDC 519.1
Domination of the graph and topological indices are essential topics in the graph theory. We analyze the problem of

k

-domination,

k
∈

{
1,2
,3
}

, on octagonal chains and an octagonal grid. We determine the minimal

k

-dominating sets and 

k

-domination

k

numbers for a chain of octagons with two common vertices. By using the obtained results, we determine the

k

-domination numbers for the grid of octagons 

O

m
x
n

with

m
,
n
∈
N

.
Crossingless sheaves and their classes in the equivariant

K

-theory
Authors: Dobrovolska Galyna
Published: December 2024

UDC 517.9
We introduce crossingless sheaves in certain equivariant derived categories, which are analogous to the Bezrukavnikov–Mirkovic exotic sheaves for two-block nilpotents.  The classes of crossingless sheaves are computed in the equivariant 

K

-theory of Cautis–Kamnitzer varieties.
Polarization of Gamma-Ray Burst Afterglows in the Context of Non-axisymmetric Structured Jets
Authors: Li Jin-Da , Gao He , Ai Shunke , Lei Wei-Hua
Published: December 2024

As the most energetic explosion in the Universe, gamma-ray bursts (GRBs) are usually believed to be generated by relativistic jets. Some mechanisms (e.g., internal nonuniform magnetic dissipation processes or the precession of the central engine) may generate asymmetric jet structures, which are characterized by multiple fluctuations in the light curve of the afterglow. Since the jet’s structure introduces asymmetry in radiation around the line of sight (LOS), it is naturally expected that polarization will be observable. In this work, we reveal the polarization characteristics of GRB afterglows with a non-axisymmetric structured jet. Our results show that the afterglow signal generally exhibits polarization, with the degree and evolution influenced by the specific jet structure, observing frequency, and the LOS. The polarization degree is notably higher when the LOS is outside the jet. This degree fluctuates over time as different regions of radiation alternate in their dominance, which is accompanied by the rotation of the polarization angle and further reflects the intricate nature of the jet. Regarding its evolution over frequency, the polarization degree displays significant fluctuations at spectral breaks, with the polarization angle possibly undergoing abrupt changes. These features may provide strong evidence for the future identification of potential GRBs with asymmetric jet structures.
CO Observations of the Type Ia Supernova Remnant 3C 397 by the Nobeyama 45 m Radio Telescope: Possible Evidence for the Single-degenerated Explosion
Authors: Ito D. , Sano H. , Nakazawa K. , Mitsuishi I. , Fukui Y. , Sudou H. , Takaba H.
Published: December 2024

We present a new CO observation toward the Type Ia supernova remnant 3C 397 using the Nobeyama 45 m radio telescope at an unprecedented angular resolution of  ∼18″. We newly found that the CO cloud at V
LSR = 55.7–62.2 km s−1 (60 km s−1 cloud) shows a good spatial correspondence with the radio continuum shell. We also found an expanding gas motion of the 60 km s−1 cloud with an expansion velocity of  ∼3 km s−1, which is thought to be formed by the pre- and/or postsupernova feedback. By considering the positions of Galactic spiral arms and the X-ray/H i absorption studies, we concluded that 3C 397 is physically associated with the 60 km s−1 cloud rather than the previously known CO cloud at V
LSR ∼ 30 km s−1. Given that the previously measured preshock density is  ∼2–5 cm−3, the expanding motion of the 60 km s−1 cloud was likely formed by the presupernova feedback known as optically thick wind. The scenario is consistent with the fact that 3C 397 exploded inside a wind-blown bubble as a single degenerate system.
Long-term monitoring data on Popillia japonica (Newman, 1838) (Coleoptera, Rutelidae) across the Azorean Islands
Authors: Teixeira Mário , Soares António , Lopes David , Lamelas-Lopez Lucas , Borges Paulo , Mota José , Simões Nelson
Published: December 2024

The Japanese Beetle, Popillia japonica Newman, 1838 (Coleoptera, Rutelidae), is a univoltine agricultural pest that poses a serious threat to various agricultural crops. For more than 16 years, the Azorean official authorities have implemented a Long-Term Ecological Research (LTER) programme that is crucial for understanding the dynamics of insect pests, such as the Japanese Beetle, and their impacts on agricultural ecosystems. The significance of this long-term monitoring extends beyond understanding the pest's life cycle. By sharing this long-term monitoring data with the scientific community, we hope it allows for a more comprehensive assessment of P. japonica success and spread, enabling a deeper understanding of how this pest interacts and correlates with biotic and abiotic factors to uncover patterns and trends crucial for effective pest management.

In the Azores Archipelago, P. japonica adults emerge from pupae at the end of May and peak in density by early July, persisting until October. Larvae develop through three instars, with the third instar grub pupating by early May. This lifecycle highlights the pest population's seasonal activity, including the timing of emergence, adult stages and larval stages. It reveals when and for how long the pest is active in each of its life stages and provides critical information for pest management strategies. Worldwide, this pest can cause damage to 414 plant species across 94 families, underscoring the potential for elevated crop damage. This information is invaluable for developing targeted intervention strategies and mitigating economic losses caused by P. japonica infestations. Therefore, establishing and maintaining long-term programmes for monitoring P. japonica populations are essential for scientific understanding and practical pest management efforts in the Azores Archipelago.

The data presented here report the officials' records of a 16-year (from 2008 to 2023) long-term monitoring programme on P. japonica in the Azores Archipelago, undertaken by the Secretaria Regional da Agricultura e Alimentação operational services. Based on the last checklist of Azorean arthropods, the species is recorded for the first time for the Corvo, Graciosa and São Jorge Islands.
Health status deterioration in field-protective forest belts in northeastern Bulgaria
Authors: Georgieva Margarita , Georgiev Georgi , Mirchev Plamen , Ivanov Veselin , Hristova Mihaela , Belilov Sevdalin , Dodev Yonko , Madzhov Svetozar , Georgieva Lyubomira
Published: December 2024

A system of field-protective forest belts was created in the 1950-60s in northeastern Bulgaria to maintain soil moisture, reduce wind speed and protect soil against wind erosion, improve the microclimate, and increase the fertility of agricultural lands. The deciduous tree species such as Fraxinus excelsior, F. angustifolia, F. americana, Gleditsia triacanthos, Quercus robur, Q. cerris, Q. rubra, Robinia pseudoacacia, Ulmus minor etc., were in common use for afforestation. Since 2020, the processes of deterioration, premature leaf fall and drying of ash trees have been observed. The deterioration affected Fraxinus excelsior and F. angustifolia on more than 200 ha, mainly on the territory of the State Hunting Enterprise Balchik, State Forest Enterprises Dobrich and General Toshevo. The results from the health status assessment carried-out in 2023 showed severely damaged ash forest belts with defoliation reaching up to 80-100% of tree crowns. Browning of leaves and petioles, and wilting of young shoots, were noticeable. Dam-age on shoots and stems of ash trees was caused by the insect pests Cicada orni, Cossus cossus, Zeuzera pyrina, Hylesinus fraxini, H. crenatus, and on leaves – by leaf-damaging and gall-forming fly Dasineura acrophila and D. fraxini. The complex of fungal species Armillaria mellea, Coriolopsis gallica, Cytospora pulchelia, Daldinia concentrica, Diplodia sp., Helicobasidium purpureum, Hysterographium fraxini, were identified on ash trees. Most of them are considered opportunistic pathogens that cause disease on trees under stress conditions. Deterioration of the health status of other major tree species was also observed. The most dangerous insect pest in oak forests – Lymantria dispar caused the defoliation of Quercus cerris belts. The endophytic fungal pathogen Biscogniauxia mediterranea was identified as a causal agent of charcoal disease on Q. rubra trees. Dutch elm disease caused by the fungus Ophiostoma novo-ulmi resulted in the wilting and death of 80-100% of Ulmus minor trees.
Taxonomic and molecular characterization of Pseudosteringophorus profundis sp. nov. (Digenea, Fellodistomidae), a parasite of Macrourus holotrachys Günther, 1878 (Gadiformes, Macrouridae) from the deep sea southeastern Pacific Ocean
Authors: Oliva Marcelo E. , Sepúlveda Fabiola A. , Escribano Rubén , Ñacari Luis A.
Published: December 2024

Pseudosteringophorus profundissp. nov. a new species of deep-sea digenean, parasitizing the gallbladder of the “Bigeye grenadier” (Macrourus holotrachys Günther, 1878) in the deep waters of the southeastern Pacific Ocean is described on the basis of morphological and molecular (28S rRNA) data. The new species is distinguishable from Pseudosteringophorus hoplognathi Yamaguti, 1940, the only other member of the genus, by its subterminal oral sucker, the position of the ovary and testes, the larger anterior seminal vesicle compared to the posterior one, and its larger eggs. In addition, the new species is a parasite of a deep-sea fish, whereas P. hoplognathi is a parasite of shallow-water fish. A phylogenetic tree, based on 28S rDNA sequences, indicates that this species is included in a clade of deep-sea fellodistomid species (Steringophorus spp.). We provide the first molecular data on the genus Pseudosteringophorus Yamaguti, 1940 and expand the molecular database for the family Fellodistomidae. Further studies, including sequences from other fellodistomid taxa, are needed to more precisely infer relationships within this family.
Dexamethasone synergizes with high-fat diet to increase lipid deposition in adipocytes
Authors: Su Mingli , Wang Ying , Yan Zheng , Luo Jia , Yang Jie , Ye Hua , Liu Aiming , Yang Julin
Published: December 2024

Background/Aims: Dexamethasone (DEX) is a widely used exogenous therapeutic glucocorticoid in clinical settings. Its long-term use leads to many side effects. However, its effect on metabolic disorders in individuals on a high-fat diet (HFD) remains poorly understood.Methods: In this study, HFD-fed mice were intraperitoneally injected with DEX 2.5 mg/kg/day for 30 days. Lipid metabolism, adipocyte proliferation, and inflammation were assayed using typical approaches.Results: DEX increased the epididymal fat index and epididymal adipocyte size in HFD-fed mice. The number of epididymal adipocytes with diameters > 70 μm accounted for 0.5% of the cells in the control group, 30% of the cells in the DEX group, 19% of the cells in the HFD group, and 38% of all the cells in the D+H group. Adipocyte proliferation in the D+H group was inhibited by DEX treatment. Adipocyte enlargement in the D+H group was associated with increased the lipid accumulation but not the adipocyte proliferation. In contrast, the liver triglyceride and total cholesterol levels and their metabolism were downregulated by the same treatment, indicating the therapeutic potential of DEX for nonalcoholic fatty liver disease.Conclusions: DEX synergizes with HFD to promote lipid deposition in adipose tissues. A high risk of obesity development in patients receiving HFD and DEX treatment is suggested.
The characteristics of Korean elderly multiple myeloma patients aged 80 years or over
Authors: Lee Sang Hwan , Cho Hee-Jeong , Moon Joon Ho , Jung Ji Yoon , Kim Min Kyoung , Heo Mi Hwa , Do Young Rok , Hwang Yunhwi , Bae Sung Hwa
Published: December 2024

Background/Aims: Multiple myeloma (MM) predominantly affects elderly individuals, but studies on older patients with MM are limited. The clinical characteristics and survival outcomes of patients with MM aged 80 years or over were retrospectively analyzed.Methods: This retrospective multicenter study was conducted to investigate the clinical characteristics, treatment patterns, and survival outcomes of patients aged 80 years or over who were newly diagnosed with MM at five academic hospitals in Daegu, Korea, between 2010 and 2019.Results: A total of 127 patients with a median age of 83 years (range, 80–93 yr) were enrolled: 52 (40.9%) with Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group Performance Status (ECOG PS) > 2, 84 (66.1%) with International Staging System (ISS) stage III disease, and 93 (73.2%) with a Charlson comorbidity index (CCI) > 4. Chemotherapy was administered to 86 patients (67.7%). The median overall survival was 9.3 months. Overall survival was significantly associated with ECOG PS > 2 (HR 2.26, 95% CI 1.43–3.59), ISS stage III (HR 1.99, 95% CI 1.18–3.34), and chemotherapy (HR 0.34, 95% CI 0.21–0.55). There was no statistically significant difference in event-free survival according to the type of anti-myeloma chemotherapy administered. The early mortality (EM) rate was 28.3%.Conclusions: Even in patients with MM aged 80 years or over, chemotherapy can result in better survival outcomes than supportive care. Patients aged ≥ 80 years should not be excluded from chemotherapy based on age alone. However, reducing EM in elderly patients with newly diagnosed MM remains challenging.
Incidence and risk factors of immune checkpoint inhibitor-induced colitis in Korean patients with cancer
Authors: Kim Tae Kyun , Lee Hyun Seok , Kim Eun Soo
Published: December 2024

Background/Aims: Immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICIs) are effective in treating cancer. However, various immune-related adverse events (irAEs) have become prevalent, with ICI-induced colitis being the most common gastrointestinal irAE. Thus, we aimed to investigate the incidence and risk factors of ICI-induced colitis in Korean patients with cancer.Methods: This retrospective study included patients treated with ICIs between October 2015 and June 2022 in two tertiary referral centers in Daegu, Korea. The incidence of ICI-induced colitis was determined using electronic medical records. Risk factors for ICI-induced colitis were identified using univariate and multivariate logistic regression analyses.Results: We included 1,478 patients with ICI-treated cancer. The incidence of ICI-induced colitis was 3.5% (n = 52/1,478). Multivariate logistic regression analysis showed that the combination of nivolumab and ipilimumab was a risk factor for ICI-induced colitis (p = 0.006; odds ratio, 9.768; 95% confidence interval, 1.93–49.30).Conclusions: ICI-induced colitis had an incidence rate of 3.5% and was associated with the combination of nivolumab and ipilimumab. Most patients with ICI-induced colitis developed mild symptoms that improved with supportive care alone, making ICI therapy resumption possible.
Manager la RSE par l’ISO 26000 dans un contexte postcolonial : cas d’une entreprise textile malgache
Authors: Sariaka Falianja Manoarivelo , Ramonjy Dimbi
Published: December 2024

Notre article étudie le management stratégique de la RSE en analysant les motivations, la vision et le degré d’engagement de l’entreprise dans une telle démarche. Nous inscrivons ce cadre d’analyse dans une perspective postcoloniale en contextualisant la recherche aux réalités malgaches. Nous adoptons une approche exploratoire et qualitative pour étudier le cas d’une entreprise malgache, AKANJO, qui s’est engagée dans une démarche RSE en suivant la norme ISO 26000. Cette entreprise brode et confectionne des produits pour des clients internationaux du prêt-à-porter de luxe et de la haute couture, bénéficiant ainsi du régime de zone franche. Nous confirmons l’importance de l’alignement de la RSE sur la stratégie pour une entreprise. Cet alignement permet, de façon duale, d’une part de refonder volontairement le projet d’entreprise, et d’autre part de se conformer aux attentes, notamment des parties prenantes internes dont elle est interdépendante, et de ses clients internationaux dont elle est dépendante. Ce cas montre également l’utilisation réelle de la norme ISO 26000. Elle apporte une aide dans cette gestion duale de la RSE même si son applicabilité est questionnée par le contexte d’un pays en développement où la RSE est faiblement institutionnalisée.
La pertinence empirique de la perspective culturelle du management en Côte d’Ivoire
Authors: Méreaux Jean-Paul , Zogbasse Kouakou Emmanuel
Published: December 2024

Plusieurs chercheurs ont essayé de définir un modèle de management propre à l’Afrique : « le management africain ». Dans cet article, nous avons étudié le management d’une entreprise ivoirienne sur la période 1990-2020 afin de comprendre son évolution au fil du temps. Nos résultats permettent de distinguer plusieurs pratiques managériales : le style autocratique sur une longue période (1990-2015), puis le style collégial sur une période de deux années (2015-2016), suivi du retour du style autocratique sur la période 2016-2020. De notre recherche, un élément clé émerge : le management actuel s’est construit autour de la compréhension des pratiques culturelles, religieuses et gestionnaires, ce qui explique une approche managériale équilibrée.
Le mouvement anti-apartheid : un phénomène global
Authors: Konieczna Anna
Published: December 2024

Née du choc des émeutes de Sharpeville et en réponse à l’activité internationale de la résistance sud-africaine, la mobilisation contre l’apartheid réunissait une coalition hétéroclite d’acteurs non gouvernementaux et étatiques. Ce principal mouvement social du xx e siècle, resté ancré dans la mémoire collective occidentale grâce à des événements médiatisés ou des campagnes de boycott, est l’un des facteurs qui ont contribué à la transition démocratique en Afrique du Sud. Son héritage se reflète encore, trente ans plus tard, dans le réseau diplomatique sud-africain.
La cour constitutionnelle d’Afrique du Sud
Authors: Matoussowsky Charlotte , de Vos Pierre
Published: December 2024

Depuis sa fondation en 1995, la Cour constitutionnelle d’Afrique du Sud joue un rôle crucial dans la vie politique et sociale du pays. Sa manière d’envisager la protection des droits humains se caractérise par un souci particulier pour les groupes vulnérables et marginalisés, même lorsqu’elle doit faire face à la réprobation générale de la population. De plus en plus souvent saisie pour répondre aux conséquences de la domination électorale persistante d’un seul parti et à l’impunité supposée du président et des autres membres de l’exécutif, elle en a profité pour tenter de corriger les abus de pouvoir et protéger le bon fonctionnement des institutions démocratiques. Et ce, au risque de s’exposer à une multiplication des critiques pour son « ingérence » dans le politique.
Solidarité et communauté : penser aujourd’hui avec Jan Patočka
Authors: Beugré N’Dré Sam
Published: December 2024

Il est difficile de parler de la philosophie politique de Patočka parce qu’il n’a pas analysé au niveau conceptuel des questions telles que le fonctionnement démocratique, la justice sociale ou la théorie de l’État. Cependant, l’originalité de Patočka consiste à analyser d’un point de vue phénoménologique des notions telles que la communauté, la guerre, l’histoire, la polémique et la solidarité. Selon lui, la vie politique n’est pas seulement caractérisée par l’antagonisme, mais aussi par la solidarité. Le concept traditionnel de solidarité sociale fait référence à la responsabilité mutuelle qui s’établit entre les membres d’un groupe social sur un terrain commun. Être solidaire de l’autre exige de faire partie d’un tout dans lequel les différences entre les parties deviennent invisibles. En d’autres termes, le concept de solidarité sociale semble nous conduire vers une compréhension de la communauté qui repose sur un fondement commun et solide, ou un but final. Patočka critique ce genre de fondationnalisme politique et social. La solidarité politique est une unité d’individus répondant chacun à une situation particulière d’injustice, d’oppression, de vulnérabilité sociale. Ceux qui s’unissent dans une solidarité de ceux qui sont secoués n’obtiennent pas un terrain d’entente qui façonne la société. La solidarité des ébranlés est la solidarité de ceux qui ont perdu confiance dans toutes les formes de mobilisation idéologique, économique et rituelle de la société à cause d’un événement décisif. Penser la solidarité politique nous permet de penser à la possibilité émancipatrice de l’action sociale et aux obstacles à la réalisation de ces possibilités.
La condition corporelle de la noèse dans l’extrême-computationnel
Authors: Krzykawski Michał
Published: December 2024

La question posée dans cet article est celle de savoir si l’organologie proposée par Bernard Stiegler permet de penser (et panser) le corps face aux nouvelles technologies qui nous transforment radicalement comme individus et sociétés. Compte tenu de cette transformation, l’article propose une analyse de deux types de rapports : entre le corps (notamment celui phénoménologique) et la noèse d’une part et entre le corps et la technologie (notamment celle numérique) d’autre part, et cela à travers une relecture du texte de Jean-François Lyotard « Si l’on peut penser sans corps ». Cette relecture a pour objectif de montrer que la « dénoétisation » telle que l’a caractérisée Stiegler va de pair avec une désincarnation, à la fois comme phénomène culturel du numérique et comme le prolongement du geste fondateur de la métaphysique occidentale, séparant l’esprit de son support matériel qu’est le corps.
L’oubli d’Icare. L’autre idiot
Authors: Duhem Ludovic
Published: December 2024

Cet article propose une étude de l’oubli d’Icare, cette figure de l’« idiotie », dans l’œuvre de Bernard Stiegler. Il s’agit moins de marquer un manque, que de penser ce « défaut » en regard de la figure centrale du « défaut qu’il faut », à savoir celle d’Épiméthée. L’hypothèse défendue ici est qu’un tel défaut de la figure d’Icare-Dédale révèle non seulement la nature « quasi transcendantale » de Prométhée-Épiméthée, mais elle montre aussi ce qui reste encore dans l’ombre quant à la question de l’oubli, de l’idiotie et de la technique. C’est à travers une lecture du mythe d’Icare, rendue possible par l’analyse stieglerienne du mythe de Prométhée, qu’un tel défaut devient constructif d’un prolongement à travers les enjeux écologiques, épistémologiques et politiques de la localité. La complémentarité entre le mythe de Prométhée et le mythe d’Icare ouvre enfin une réflexion sur une « mésopolitique des technologies » pour répondre à la situation critique de l’Anthropocène/Entropocène.
How Smart Are Polish Suburbs?
Authors: Biegańska Jadwiga , Grzelak-Kostulska Elżbieta
Published: December 2024

Suburban zones in Poland are in a phase of dynamic change. They took on urbanised characteristics in many respects, from social to infrastructural, experiencing many challenges. Due to the inflow nature of suburban zones, they are particularly predisposed to change in the sphere of management, especially concerning the implementation of innovative solutions. Now, they have embarked on a path leading toward smart suburbs. Based on the nationwide survey results, an analysis was conducted to determine how suburban residents perceive the public management model. Its type and its social perception will determine the effectiveness of implementing any smart solutions, including those related to urban e-planning where modern ICT technologies will be successfully used at all stages of the planning process. The differences in the perceived model were assumed to be dictated by the different social profile of residents. The authors confirmed the relationship. They also showed that better perception of management model represents a significant social innovation and a milestone in achieving urban e-planning.
Access to Healthcare in the Digital Age
Authors: Occelli Sylvie
Published: December 2024

The chapter revisits some notions of healthcare access paying specific attention to the influence of ICTs. It argues that this influence has many and diverse consequences, including the diversification of access situations, the enhanced action capability by patients, healthcare providers and decision-makers, and an increased awareness that access is an emergent phenomenon. These consequences encourage novel ways to look at healthcare access and call for reflective knowledge approaches to support the enterprise in an e-planning perspective. Some distinctive elements of these approaches are highlighted which relate to efforts of explaining and profiling access situations. They include putting in perspective and scrutinizing the relevant bundles of access components. The potential of applying some ICT analytical tools (GIS and agent-based modelling) to analyse the selected bundles are discussed.
Caught Between Career and Caregiving
Authors: Radu Monica Bixby , Provo Sydney M.
Published: December 2024

This chapter examines the significant challenges faced by working parents who must balance their professional responsibilities with family obligations in today's society. In particular, the chapter discusses how toxic work environments—marked by negativity, hostility, and high stress—exacerbate these challenges by adversely affecting the well-being of employees. When employees are continually pushed beyond their limits without adequate support or recognition, it can result in a toxic workplace where employees feel perpetually overwhelmed and undervalued. Additionally, the chapter addresses the role of societal norms and organizational structures in intensifying these challenges, particularly through traditional gender roles that unequally distribute caregiving and professional responsibilities between men and women. The chapter highlights the complex interplay between professional and personal life, advocating for systemic changes to better support working parents in achieving a sustainable balance.