bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Macrophage Activation Syndrome in MIS-C
Authors: Gámez-González Luisa Berenise , Murata Chiharu , García-Silva Jimena , Ulloa-Gutierrez Rolando , Márquez-Aguirre Martha , Ríos-Olivares Itzel , Faugier-Fuentes Enrique , Domínguez-Rojas Jesús A. , Yock-Corrales Adriana , Álvarez-Olmos Martha I. , Fernández-Sarmiento Jaime , Velasquez-Méndez Mónica , Ivankovich-Escoto Gabriela , Tremoulet Adriana H. , Yamazaki-Nakashimada Marco A. ,   REKAMLATINA-3 MIS-C STUDY GROUP INVESTIGATORS
Published: November 2024

BACKGROUND

Multisystem inflammatory syndrome (MIS-C) represents a diagnostic challenge because of its overlap with Kawasaki disease, Kawasaki disease shock syndrome, and toxic shock syndrome. Macrophage activation syndrome (MAS) is a frequently fatal complication of various pediatric inflammatory disorders and has been reported in MIS-C. Early diagnosis and prompt initiation by immune modulating therapies are essential for effectively managing MAS.

METHODS

We conducted a retrospective study to determine the frequency, natural history, diagnostic metrics, treatment, and outcome of MAS in MIS-C within a large cohort of patients across 84 Latin American centers in 16 countries. We compared the clinical and laboratory characteristics between patients with and without MAS.

RESULTS

Among 1238 patients with MIS-C, 212 (17.1%) fulfilled MAS criteria. Gastrointestinal and neurologic manifestations were more frequent in cases where MIS-C was complicated by MAS. Patients presenting with MIS-C complicated by MAS had a mortality rate of 12%, which was higher than those without it. Mortality was associated with MAS, seizures, arthritis, and shock. A ferritin or erythrocyte sedimentation rate ratio of >18.7 exhibited a sensitivity of 88.2% and a specificity of 75% in diagnosing MAS in MIS-C.

CONCLUSIONS

MAS in MIS-C patients is associated with increased morbidity and mortality rates in the largest MIS-C Latin American cohort. Early recognition and appropriate management are crucial in improving patient outcomes and reducing mortality rates.
Long-term changes on behavioral addictions symptoms among adults with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder treated with methylphenidate
Authors: Grassi Giacomo , Moradei Corinna , Cecchelli Chiara
Published: November 2024

Background

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and behavioral addictions (BAs) are highly comorbid but little is known about the effect of anti-ADHD medications on behavioral addiction symptoms. Thus, the aim of this naturalistic prospective study was to investigate the long-term changes on BAs symptoms among methylphenidate-treated adults with a primary diagnosis of ADHD.

Methods

37 consecutive adult ADHD outpatients completed a baseline and follow-up assessment of ADHD, mood and BAs symptoms (internet, shopping, food, sex addictions and gambling disorder) after one year of methylphenidate (flexible dose) treatment.

Results

Internet addiction test scores pre-treatment were significantly higher than post-treatment scores (p < 0.001). The same trend was seen for the shopping addiction (p = 0.022), food addiction scores (p = 0.039) and sex addiction scores (p = 0.047). Gambling disorder scores did not differ pre and post treatment since none of the included patients reported significant gambling symptoms at baseline. The rate of ADHD patients with at least one comorbid BA was reduced after methylphenidate treatment (51.4% vs 35.1%). The correlation analyses showed a moderate positive correlation between the changes in sluggish cognitive tempo symptoms, cognitive impulsivity, mood and anxiety symptoms and changes in internet addiction symptoms.

Conclusions

This is the first study showing that after one-year of treatment with methylphenidate, adult ADHD patients show a significant reduction on internet, food, shopping and sex addiction symptoms. Further controlled studies with larger samples should replicate these preliminary results and elucidate the role of methylphenidate and other moderator factors (such as concomitant psychological treatments or lifestyle habits changes) on BAs improvements.
Enhancing thermal performance of phase change materials in building envelopes
Authors: Saliby Ammar , Kovács Béla
Published: November 2024

Phase change material in conjunction with a passive latent heat thermal energy storage approach is a potentially effective way to solve the growing concerns about building energy usage. This research examines the thermal performance of building envelopes in Miskolc, Hungary. The factors impacting the thermal performance of phase change material integrated into the building envelope were assessed. The findings indicate that the enthalpy and melting temperature of the phase change material significantly impact the effectiveness of phase change material-based walls. It was determined the optimal location of the phase change material layer is possible. This determination is intricately related to the thermal properties of the phase change material and the prevailing environmental conditions.
The relationship between emotional intelligence and psycholog-ical states of coaches-instructors
Authors:   Ural Federal University, Yekaterinburg, Russia, Alkharouf A. S.
Published: November 2024

The article deals with the problem of emotional intelligence in the prevention of emotional burnout of coaches-instructors. The purpose of the study was to study the influence of emotional intelligence on psychological conditions that reduce the performance of coaches-instructors. The study involved 36 fitness trainers (20 men and 16 women), the average age was 26.3 years. The DORS methodology of A.B. Leonova and S.B. Velichkovskaya and the methodology for studying emotional intelligence (author K. T. Wong, translated and adapted by K. A. Bochaver) were used as the methods. The obtained data indicate that the higher the indicator of the ability to regulate emotional states, the lower the level of fatigue and stress among coaches-instructors. At the same time, the higher the level of the ability to assess the emotions of other people leads to the higher the level of mental states of monotony and satiety among coaches-instructors. The results indicate the need to create programs for the development of emotional intelligence of coaches-instructors, with an emphasis on the specifics of their activities.
CASSETTE TAPES AND SOUNDSCAPES: Creating Poetic Soundscapes Using C90 Cassette Tape Recordings as Performative Props and Memory Machines
Authors: Campbell Lee
Published: November 2024

As a performance poet, I like to combine spoken performance and visual storytelling and use an array of visual props that often recycle my personal past archive of artworks as an artist from the last twenty-five years into the present. Conversely, this Perspective article is a reflective account of how I make use of sound during my live solo performances by way of C90 cassette tape recordings I have made spanning the course of 30–40 years. Whilst the article refers to a selection of live (poetry) performance works that I have made, the article concentrates discussion on three works which use cassette tape recordings in different ways to create soundscapes that often transport the listener to the past and/or the listener is unsure of how many voices there are in the performance space. The first performance I discuss is How Can I Get My Partner To Be My Finger? (2019) which presents a conversation between a couple – one present, one technologically distant – my partner Alex and I and refer to and discuss how Alex ‘speaks through’ my finger via a tape-recording. In discussion of the second performance, SEE ME: A Walk Through London’s Gay Soho 1994 and 2020 (2021), I refer to how I make performative use of a mixtape compilation that I made in 1994. Lastly, in discussion of the third performance, Tackle (2022), I refer to my usage of a cassette recording in 1996 of a football match I attended with my Dad between Chelsea and Manchester United.
Soho’s ‘other’ film industry: Researching Hidden Screen Economies
Authors: Carter Oliver
Published: November 2024

This article examines the concept of ‘hidden screen economies’ – economic activities related to screen media that occur outside formal structures, often involving concealment to evade legal and regulatory frameworks. Drawing on the author's ethnohistorical research into Britain's trade in hardcore pornographic films from 1960-1972, the article applies Actor-Network Theory to demonstrate how we might research hidden screen economies. 
The study reveals how a system of human and non-human actors, including corrupt police, pornographers, distributors, criminal networks, semi-professional film production technologies and the law collectively intertwined to preserve this hidden economy for over a decade. By tracing the production, distribution, and regulation of pornographic ‘rollers’ (short 8mm films), the article illustrates the intricate network of relationships and processes that allowed this hidden economy to function and prosper, despite the sale of hardcore films being criminalised under the Obscene Publications Act 1959.
By examining this historical case study, the article draws parallels to contemporary hidden screen economies like illicit IPTV services, demonstrating the persistent drive to evade legal frameworks for economic gain. The author suggests that insights gained from such analyses can inform our understanding of emerging hidden screen economies and their relationship to the formal screen industry.
The Moving Picture Company: Innovators and Early Adopters of British Video Post-production.
Authors: Caston Emily
Published: November 2024

The UK’s postproduction industry is, according to professional trade association Screen Alliance (2019), lacking in research and suffers from being regarded as separate to VFX rather than the larger industry within which the VFX sector is rooted. This article examines the history of the British VFX industry through a case study analysis of the Moving Picture Company (MPC), founded in 1970, adding a video postproduction division in 1974. The analysis is conducted through an in-depth semi-structured analysis of MPC’s founder, Mike Luckwell. In 1983, Luckwell executed a reverse takeover of Carlton, retaining overall control of MPC and acting as the managing director of Carlton until 1986. The article demonstrates that MPC operated across the supply chains for advertising, film and television, initially drawing R&D funding from the advertising industry, and latterly features. The author suggests that historians have a role to play within contemporary policy-facing research by contributing detailed analysis of supply chains and hidden labour through qualitative interviews and archival analysis. Further research into the R&D role of screen advertising is recommended.
Hidden Screen Industries: The ‘Known Unknown’ in Screen History.
Authors: Caston Emily
Published: November 2024

This is an introduction to the Hidden Screen Industries special dossier.
THE PROHIBITION OF A TURN FOR THE WORSE AS AN ELEMENT OF A POSITIVE LEGAL FORM OF ACCUSATION, EVIDENCE AND LAW ENFORCEMENT IN A CERTAIN TYPE OF CRIMINAL PROCESS
Authors:   Pitirim Sorokin Syktyvkar State University, Budylin N. V. , Potapov V. D. ,   Ulyanovsk State University, Abshilava G. V. ,   Ulyanovsk State University
Published: November 2024

the study of the prohibition on a turn for the worse in criminal proceedings requires, firstly, to identify the initial moment from which the ban begins to take effect, secondly, to determine how it operates in pre-trial proceedings, thirdly, to clarify its connection with the return of the criminal case by the prosecutor to the preliminary investigation body and by the court to the prosecutor.
Changing the Energy Properties of the Clay Surface under Pressure
Authors:   Perm State University, Balakhnin D. A. , Lunegov I. V. ,   Perm State University, Seredin V. V. ,   Perm State University, Fedorov M. V. ,   Perm State University
Published: November 2024

The article presents the results of study of the surface energy properties of the clays activated by high pressure using atomic force microscopy. Graphs of changes in the average values of the determined characteristics are constructed. Correlation relationship was determined.
Development of a Set of Equipment for Monitoring the Soils State According to the Gas Content
Authors:   LLC NIPPPPD NEDRA, Panteleymonov A. G. , Fedoseev P. M. ,   LLC NIPPPPD NEDRA
Published: November 2024

In this article, we consider the methods and equipment for control the soils gas content. Currently, no sampling equipment of this type has been produced in the Russian Federation. We present the independently designed equipment for sampling ground air and surface atmosphere. Now we have manufactured the number of prototypes of the equipment and developed a methodology of its application. After testing, we analyzed its advantages and disadvantages, and worked out the ways to modernize the equipment.
Software for Prompt Fission Neutron Logging and its Data Interpretation
Authors:   Schmidt Institute of Physics of the Earth of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Koneshov V. N. , Legavko D. A. ,   Schmidt Institute of Physics of the Earth of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Legavko A. V. ,   Schmidt Institute of Physics of the Earth of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Minosyantz A. R. ,   JSC Rusburmash
Published: November 2024

The article deals with the issues of software and mathematical support for the prompt fission neutron logging method using the dual-probe equipment AINK-49. Standalone software provides the automation of its log data processing and interpretation for determining uranium content in ores of sandstone-type deposits. The description of the software for logging survey and automated processing and interpretation of the obtained log data is presented.
DEVELOPMENT OF MODERN SYSTEMS FOR MEASURING THE DEPTH OF A DRILLING RIG DURING THE LOGGING ON A DRILL PIPE
Authors:   Scientific Production Firm «AMK Horizon» LLC, Pereverzin Pavel V. , Pereverzin Andrey P. ,   National Research Nuclear University «Moscow Engineering Physics Institute», Fetisov Vladimir S. ,   Ufa State Petroleum Technological University, Milovzorov Dmitry G. ,   Ufa University of Science and Technologies
Published: November 2024

Relevance One of the important tasks in the logging on a drill pipe is to measure the depth of the drilling rig into the well. It is now common practice to use drilling speed measurement systems as part of the well exploration equipment. However, it has been shown that the existing methodological and hardware solutions cannot provide the required accuracy of geological positioning, quick installation and universal sensor design. Therefore, the question of developing depth measurement systems for well geophysical instrumentation descending on drilling pipes is urgent and requires a solution based on previous experience and modern advances in electronic engineering. Aim of research Study of methodological and hardware aspects of the operation of systems for measuring depth of the drilling rig in the well, formulation of requirements for the design of sensors measuring displacement of the hoist block, proposal of a concept for the development of modern systems of drilling rig depth measurement in the process of logging. Research methods Use of the authors' long-term experience in developing and applying various systems for measuring the depth of a drilling rig, analysis of literature and scientific publications on this subject. Results The features of application of the winch revolution sensor, used by the geological investigation service for recording the mechanical speed of drilling are considered, the basic requirements for hardware and methodological aspects of the problem of developing systems for measuring depth of the drilling rig in the well in the process of logging are formulated, a concept for further development of such systems is proposed.
MODELING OF THE INDUCTION HEATING PROCESS OF A PIPELINE FOR INDUSTRIAL EQUIPMENT
Authors:   Ufa State Petroleum Technological University, Makulov Irek A. , Vasiliev Petr I. ,   Ufa State Petroleum Technological University, Khazieva Regina T. ,   Ufa State Petroleum Technological University
Published: November 2024

Relevance Today, enterprises are subject to high demands in the field of quality and economy of the products obtained, industrial and environmental safety of the operated installations. Problems with the operation of existing installations for heating water-oil emulsion arise due to the impossibility of smooth regulation of the flame combustion temperature and low automation of the process, and therefore in oil heating installations there is a risk of its coking on the walls of the pipeline as a result of overheating. The use of induction heating systems, which are characterized by high industrial and fire safety, as part of oil preparation installations allows automating the heating process and eliminating emergency situations in the field. The authors proposed a mathematical model of the induction heating process, which allows it to be used in the process of calculating and monitoring the state of the pipeline, which in turn allows avoiding the likelihood of oil coking on the walls and further above-mentioned problems. Aim of research To study the presented mathematical model of pipeline heating and compare the simulation results with the experimental setup. Research methods The following methods were used in this study: study of scientific literature, methods of mathematical modeling and experiment. Results A mathematical model of induction heating of a pipeline has been developed, which can be used in the design and calculation of induction heating installations, as well as in the automation of the heating process. The results of the comparison of the mathematical model and the experimental setup proved the adequacy of the presented model.
INCREASING THE ENERGY EFFICIENCY OF CHARGERS BY USING A MULTIFUNCTIONAL INTEGRATED ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPONENT
Authors:   Ufa State Petroleum Technological University, Kuptsov Daniil V. , Khazieva Regina T. ,   Ufa State Petroleum Technological University
Published: November 2024

Relevance In many devices for charging capacitive storage devices, an inductivecapacitive converter (ICC) based on discrete electromagnetic elements (EME) is used as a voltage converter. Since this ICC designed to operate at industrial frequencies, it is not suitable for use in portable devices due to high weight and size parameters and low energy values. Aim of research Analysis of existing circuits of a multifunctional integrated electromagnetic component (MIEC) and selection of a component to replace the ICC on discrete EME. Research methods An analytical review of existing scientific articles, mathematical and computer models. Results As a result of the conducted research, a single-section MIEC was selected, which will help to avoid the disadvantages of ICC based on discrete EME
Quantitative bulk transcriptomics v1
Authors: Hecke Morais Livia
Published: November 2024

Quantitative bulk transcriptomics used in Morais et al. for total striatum tissue RNA sequencing.
Precision in Quranic Arabic Recitation: Leveraging ASR for Tajweed Mastery v1
Authors: Ahmad Khattak Khalid
Published: November 2024

This protocol describes the use of Automatic Speech Recognition (ASR) to support the mastery of Quranic Arabic recitation according to Tajweed rules. By using ASR and computational techniques such as Hidden Markov Models (HMMs) and "Goodness of Pronunciation" (GOP), this protocol facilitates feedback on pronunciation quality at both segmental and holistic levels. It explores differences between speaker-dependent and speaker-independent ASR for Quranic Arabic, aiming to provide users with an advanced framework for improving recitation accuracy.
Climate-Displaced Children and the Protection of Their Education Rights in Malaysia
Authors: Ab Rahman Nurul Hidayat , Mohd Anuar Athirah , Mat Rani Muhammad Zuhaili , Abdullah Mohamed Ruhizat , Abd Rahman Azaraorni
Published: November 2024

The mobility crisis caused by climate change jeopardises the development rights of children, including their education. In 2019, approximately 23.9 million people were forcibly displaced by weather-related disasters, surpassing the 8.5 million people forcibly displaced by the most prevalent causes of migration and displacement, namely conflict and violence. Climate-displaced children in Malaysia face education barriers due to exclusion policies. Relocation brings procedural, financial, and linguistic hurdles, risking dropout. Thus, governments must examine the implications of climate change on the right to education and devise solutions to address this problem in order to achieve SDG 4 which aims to ensure inclusive and equitable quality education. This study will investigate the education rights of climate-displaced children under international and Malaysian law. In addition, the practises of Thailand and the United Kingdom will be observed, as these two countries with many climate-displaced children, have robust laws protecting their educational rights, warranting scrutiny. The work is based on doctrinal and comparative legal research, as related legal concepts, principles, and selected statutory materials are reviewed and compared to implement applicable practises in our country. The data were obtained via library research and analysed using content analysis. The preeminent factors are the child's best interests and the principle of equality. The results demonstrate that Malaysian legislation needs to adhere to international legal standards that recognise children relocated due to climate change as having a right to an education. To ensure every child's developmental potential, the government must adjust for inclusive, quality education.
Un/doing Displacement in Vienna: Tenants’ Agency and Their Co-Produced Spatio-Temporal Experiences Under Economic Pressure
Authors: Schnelzer Judith
Published: November 2024

Since the Covid-19 pandemic, the ongoing housing crisis has escalated for tenants in Vienna, Austria. Embedded in a welfare-state environment that hinders eviction, this article considers under-explored everyday forms of displacement and tenants’ agency in “un/doing” displacement. It draws on interviews with tenants in the commodified private rental sector who experience displacement pressure through increasing rents and who have sought different forms of counselling or help in that regard. Results reveal the ways in which tenants enact adaptive and interventive practices. Not only do these practices contribute to or counteract the progress of displacement, but they also shape the spatio-temporal effects relating to various dispossessions. Attempts to alleviate these effects result in modes that “dictate” tenants’ everyday lives through materialities, human bodies, mental activities, and spatio-temporal configurations. Overall, this article provides a relational understanding of subtler forms of displacement, which are co-produced by the affected tenants.
UKRAINE AND UKRAINIANS IN FRENCH INTELLECTUAL THOUGHT FROM THE MID-18TH TO THE EARLY 19TH CENTURY
Authors:   Zaporizhzhia National University, Zaporizhzhia, Ukraine, Nadzhafov Ihor
Published: November 2024

In the middle of the 18th – the first half of the 19th century, French intellectuals played an important role in the formation and development of Europeans’ ideas about Ukraine and Ukrainians. Philosophers, travelers, diplomats, emigrants of the French Revolution and military figures were directly involved in understanding and forming the perception of Ukrainian lands not only by France but also by the entire European community. In the process of writing this work, I highlighted their perception of Ukraine and Ukrainians in that period. French authors mentioned Ukrainian lands in one way or another in their writings, they knew and wrote about Ukraine and Ukrainians. French intellectuals understood the differences between Ukrainians and Muscovite-Russians, they saw Ukrainian culture as separate and unique, but at the same time connected with Russian culture and Polish history. Many of the representatives of French intellectual thought considered the Ukrainian lands to be the eastern border of Europe, which introduced them into the general Eastern European context. This research’s main goal is to analyze the ideas about Ukraine and Ukrainians in the diaries, memoirs, historical and other works of French politicians and cultural figures. This paper examines the conceptual activity of the French authors about Ukrainian lands, their perception and vision of the Cossacks, Kyivan Rus’, Kyiv, etc. My paper contributes to the historiography that deals with the imagined geography of Eastern Europe, as well as to the field of intellectual history. I use research methods such as comparison and content analysis. These methods allow me to interpret the ideas of French intellectuals about Ukraine and Ukrainians. I hope that this study will increase the scholarly output in the area of mental mapping and East European Studies.
Religious Digital Creatives in Türkiye: A Research on the Axis of Algorithmic Authority
Authors: Ergen Yunus
Published: November 2024

In recent years, there has been a significant increase in the amount of religious digital content in Türkiye.
This trend is fueled by the contributions of various content creators and the flexibility of social media
platforms. The quantitative density of digital content enables content creators to be perceived as authorities
in their respective fields. The most recent approach for understanding authority derived from the content
generated in digital media is algorithmic authority. This approach is also employed to analyze the structure
of religious digital content creators and the content they create. This study aims to reveal who creates
religious digital content in Türkiye, to classify the structure of the content created, and to evaluate the level of
authority of these creators in the focus of algorithmic authority. To achieve this, 176 YouTube channels that
create religious content were indexed and analyzed using content analysis. These channels were classified
into five categories: algorithmic authority, structure of channel, structure of content, type of content, and
monetization. The study found that algorithmic authority varied based on the number of subscribers,
videos, and total views, but the vast majority of channels had the highest algorithmic authority in terms
of total views. Most of the content was created by religious communities, and the theme of fundamental
religious sciences was prevalent. The majority of channels generate income through content monetization.
The research indicates that religious digital creatives in Türkiye have high algorithmic authority, continue
their activities with different organizations, and have diverse content.
Cyberstalking Practices Among Youth in Türkiye: Motivational Drivers, Digital Avenues, and Perceptual Paradigms
Authors: Çakıcı Zindan
Published: November 2024

Cyberstalking is a phenomenon that induces severe psychological disorders, including fear, anxiety,
depression, and post-traumatic stress disorder, in victims. A critical synthesis of the literature identifies
a notable deficiency in multidimensional research concerning cyberstalking practices within the Turkish
context. This study undertakes a comprehensive examination of cyberstalking practices among Turkish
youth, with a specific focus on the dynamics of inter-platform migration. Utilizing a snowball sampling
technique, 16 participants aged 18-30, exhibiting diverse socio-demographic profiles, were recruited.
During the experimental phase, participants engaged in a systematic and audible monitoring of an
individual, with whom they had either recently acquainted or had no prior information about, through
digital media channels, replicating their routine cyberstalking practices. Subsequent semi-structured
interviews were conducted to elicit detailed insights into participants’ cyberstalking practices. The findings
reveal Instagram as the primary locus of cyberstalking practices, driven by participants’ information
acquisition motives. X (Twitter) serves as a means to discern individuals’ political affiliations, Facebook
as a repository of historical data, and Google facilitates access to individuals’ social networks. Notably,
LinkedIn elicits the greatest participant unease due to notification mechanisms, while WhatsApp is least
utilized owing to data limitations. While participants generally perceive cyberstalking as normative, many
resort to various stratagems, including the creation of fictitious accounts, to access restricted profiles.
Despite intensive engagement in these practices, the majority eschew self-identification as ‘stalkers,’ citing
perceived excessiveness and intimidation associated with the label.
VAT photopolymerization of native extracellular matrix and patient-derived ipsc recellularization for personalized 4d bioprinting
Authors: Chu Jason
Published: November 2024

Organ transplantation is the last resort for patients suffering end-stage organ failure [1,2]. Acknowledged as the most effective treatment concerning life expectancy and quality of life, this life-saving medical intervention grapples with persisting organ scarcity [1–5]. According to the Canadian Organ Replacement Register’s 2023 annual summary statistics, the transplant waitlist mortality rate was 31%, leaving 3,427 individuals still awaiting organ transplantation in Canada [3]. Furthermore, the ongoing challenges of organ compatibility persist; lifelong close monitoring and immunosuppression are standard for recipients [4]. In light of these challenges, researchers are exploring the application of the extracellular matrix to help relieve transplantation demands, through organ decellularization, followed by recellularization in succession [5]. This viewpoint proposes the replication of native extracellular matrices through vat photopolymerization as a feasible and novel avenue to producing personalized 4D bioprinted organs, for addressing current issues regarding transplantation.
КОНЦЕПТУАЛИЗАЦИЯ СЧАСТЬЯ В КАРТИНЕ МИРА КАЛМЫКОВ
Authors:   Калмыцкий государственный университет имени Б. Б. Городовикова, Т. С. Есенова , Г. Б. Есенова ,   Калмыцкий государственный университет имени Б. Б. Городовикова
Published: November 2024

Статья посвящена концепту калмыцкой лингвокультуры кишг «счастье». Материалом исследования послужили данные из лексикографических источников, вербализующих концепт кишг. Методы исследования: интерпретативный и лингвокультурологический. Результаты: анализ показал, что калмыки ассоциируют счастье с детьми (күүкд, үрн), здоровьем (эрүл-менд), знанием (сурһуль), коллективом (олн), наличием скота (унһн, дааһн, кеелтә маштг). Установлено, что осознание кишг «счастья» обусловлено социальным положением (возраст, пол), личностными качествами (трудолюбие, старание, усердие, порядочность, стойкость, сдержанность, умение преодолевать жизненные препятствия). В картине мира калмыков счастье наделяется способностью перемещаться (ирх, орх, һарх); осмысливается как нечто, что можно найти (олх), упустить (алдх), переживать (эдлх), чем можно наслаждать-ся (җирһх), одарить (заях), о чем можно мечтать (дурдх). К перцептивным признакам кишг, по мнению авторов, относятся размер (баһ), продолжительность (ахр), вкус (амт), «крепость» (бат). Этнокультурная специфика осмысления счастья прослеживается в метафоре жилища, а также в комплексе мероприятий по сохранению счастья. Кишг присутствует в материальной культуре калмыков в виде өлзә ‘узел счастья’, антропонимике (имена Заян ‘Cудьба, Удача’, Заяна ‘Cудьба, Уда-ча’, Заята ‘Cчастливая’, Хөв ‘Счастье’, Хөвтә ‘Счастливая’, Кишгтә ‘Счастливая’, Кишг ‘Счастье’, Өлзәтә ‘Счастливая’, Җирһл ‘Счастье’), жанре йөрәл ‘благопоже-лание’ (Бат кишгтә бол! Өлзәтә бол! ‘Будь счастлив!’), что указывает на важное место концепта кишг в картине мира калмыцкого народа.
МОСКОВСКИЙ И ПЕТЕРБУРГСКИЙ ТЕКСТЫ РУССКОЙ КУЛЬТУРЫ В РОССИЙСКОМ ЛИТЕРАТУРОВЕДЕНИИ РУБЕЖА ВЕКОВ
Authors:   Бурятский государственный университет имени Доржи Банзарова, Я. О. Савина
Published: November 2024

В статье освещается проблема изучения московского и петербургского текстов в российском литературоведении рубежа XX‒XXI вв. При актуализации рецептивного методологического подхода делается попытка проследить изменения в репрезентации пространства Москвы и Петербурга в научном дискурсе указанного периода. В центре внимания находятся структурно-семиотические работы В. Н. Топорова, Ю. М. Лотмана, З. Г. Минц и других, вошедшие в сборник «Семиотика города и городской культуры. Петербург. Труды по знаковым системам» (1984). Именно перечисленные работы заложили традицию восприятия Петербурга как кодового пространства, порождающего особые культурные смыслы. Отмечается, что Москва в данном аспекте долгое время бытует на периферии данной теории, существуя исключительно в контексте петербургского текста, и приходит в литературоведческую науку как текст только спустя десятилетие, о чем говорит издание сборника «Москва и “московский текст” русской культуры» (1998). Подчеркивается, что в современных литературоведческих работах, опирающихся на данные теории, оба текста имеют собственные историко-культурные ресурсы для существования, отдельно утверждается национальная значимость каждого из них. На основании этого делается вывод об относительной самостоятельности и большом исследовательском потенциале рассматриваемых текстов
Operative treatment and postoperative complications of a frontal sinus fracture: a case report
Authors: Manukova Arina , Bagante Ieva
Published: November 2024

Frontal sinus fractures are significant injuries; they represent approximately 5-15% of all maxillofacial trauma cases. These fractures can cause complications and present important challenges. The type of surgical technique used, such as sinus reconstruction or obliteration, depends on the severity of the trauma and the general condition of the patient. The surgical treatment for frontal sinus fractures may include a coronal approach. The outcomes associated with frontal sinus fractures can range from mild headaches to severe complications, including cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) leakage; in cases of ineffective conservative treatment, surgical intervention may be necessary. TachoSil is used as a sealing agent during surgery to mitigate potential complications.
Bilateral neck of femur stress fracture secondary to osteopetrosis treated with dynamic hip screw
Authors: Sherlekar Vinay V. , M. B. Ajay , Mahalingam  , Shreyas N.
Published: November 2024

Osteopetrosis, a rare hereditary bone disorder, is characterized by increased bone density due to defective osteoclast-mediated bone resorption. This condition often leads to skeletal fragility, resulting in recurrent fractures despite increased bone mass. Among these, stress fractures of the femoral neck pose a unique challenge where conventional management may not be optimal. Valgus osteotomy offers a viable surgical intervention to realign the mechanical axis, thereby reducing stress on the femoral neck and facilitating healing. This paper reviews the pathophysiology of osteopetrosis, its impact on fracture healing, and the role of valgus osteotomy in managing femoral neck stress fractures in osteopetrotic patients.
A Review on Performance and Emissions Measurements of Ethanol Blends for Gasoline Engines
Authors: Deshpande Ravindra S. , Kardekar Nitin , Ingle Prashant , Kadam Prakash , Biradar Ankush , Patil Prashant , Thipse S. S.
Published: November 2024

Vehicles have been running on alcohol since the 19th century. Ethanol is considered the most environmentally friendly, biological, and sustainable fuel in SI engines among all alcoholic beverages. This paper addresses Gasoline-Ethanol (GE) blends' performance as a biofuel in a typical SI engine. This article covers and evaluates the physical characteristics of Ethanol (E), its production process, as well as the performance effects of different ethanol-based gasoline blends. The article focuses on the engine BT, BSFC, volumetric efficiency, and thermal efficiency related to exhaust emissions, including CO2, CO, NOx, and HC, which are currently major issues. The benefits and drawbacks of utilizing Ethanol (E) fuel for SI engines were also studied. The overall BTHE, HRR, volumetric efficiency, and cylinder gas pressure of a blend with a higher percentage of ethanol fuel improved. The amount of Ethanol (E) in the mixture has an impact on the Compression Ratio (CR) required for ignition.
A Case Study on the Therapeutic Efficacy of Suttigai (Thermal Cauterization) in the Management of Kaalani (Corn Foot)
Authors: Keerthika R. , Kalaiarasi C. , Periyasami D. , Mahadevan M. V. , Mahalakshmi V. , Samundeswari P. , Muthukumar N. J.
Published: November 2024

A 45-year-old, moderately built female presented with complaints of a thickened layer of skin in the foot with severe pain for over three years. She was diagnosed to be affected by Corn foot which is equated to Kaalani in the Siddha system of medicine. Corn is a well-defined focal region of hyperkeratosis. As a result of repetitive mechanical stress from friction or pressure forces, corns are formed as thickened skin lesions. Suttigai is one of the treatment modalities indicated for Kaalani in Siddha. Uloga suttigai is superior among all suttigai procedures and an effective treatment for Kaalani which prevents recurrence was chosen to treat corn foot. A Visual Analogue Scale(VAS) was used for the criteria of assessment of pain. The patient was treated successfully by uloga suttigai with the total repair of corn without any unsightly scar or discoloration. No other complications and remissions were found.
Grewia asiatica: An In-depth Analysis of its Phytochemical Composition, Antioxidant Potency, and Implications in Cancer Therapeutics
Authors: Jariwala Jitesh K. , Parmar Ghanshyam R.
Published: November 2024

Background: Cancer is a global health issue, and natural medicinal plants like Grewia asiatica, also known as ‘Phalsa’, offer a promising alternative to synthetic medications due to their antipyretic, antidiabetic, analgesic, antibiotic, and antimicrobial properties. G. asiatica leaves possess a wide range of therapeutic actions like antipyretic, antidiabetic, antibiotic, and anticancer properties. Aim: This study aimed to explore the pharmacognostic characteristics, phytochemical composition, in vitro antioxidant activity, and anticancer potential of G. asiatica leaves. Methods: G. asiatica leaves, pharmacognostical, phytochemical and proximal analysis were carried out by standard qualitative and quantitative methods. The antioxidant activity was determined by 1,1-diphenyl-2-picrylhydrazyl (DPPH) free radical scavenging assay and Ferric Reducing Antioxidant Power (FRAP) assay whereas anticancer activity was determined using five different human cancer cell line (DU-145, MDA-MB-231, HT-29, SK-OV-3, A-549) by SRB assay. Results: The micromorphological evaluation of G. asiatica leaves revealed unique characteristics, aiding in species identification. Physicochemical parameters, including total ash and extractive values, assessed quality control. Preliminary phytochemical screening identified alkaloids, flavonoids, and glycosides. Quantitative analysis demonstrated a total phenolic content of 20.19 ± 1.34 mg gallic acid equivalent/g in EEGA, emphasizing its potential antioxidant properties. The total flavonoid content was 7.59 ± 0.71 mg rutin equivalent/g, further supporting the antioxidant potential. In vitro antioxidant assays, including DPPH and FRAP, confirmed EEGA’s strong scavenging activity and reducing power. In vitro cytotoxicity studies using five human cancer cell lines revealed minimal cytotoxic effects, with GI50 values exceeding 80 μg/mL. Conclusion: The study provides comprehensive insights into the micromorphological, phytochemical profile and antioxidant properties of G. asiatica leaves. While exhibiting promising antioxidant activity, further research is warranted to explore its anticancer potential at higher concentrations. The findings underscore the importance of G. asiatica leaves as a potential source of natural antioxidants and warrant further investigation for its role in cancer prevention and treatment.
Method Development and Validation of HPTLC Method for Simultaneous Estimation of Atropine, Piperine and Vasicine in Ayurvedic Formulation
Authors: Yadav Sanjay , Dodiya Tanvi , Prajapati Disha , Patil Jaydeep , Patel Mansi
Published: November 2024

Background: Dhumayoga, an Ayurvedic formulation is used for the management of respiratory disorders, including dyspnea and asthma. Aim: To develop and validate a High-Performance Thin-Layer Chromatography (HPTLC) method for the simultaneous estimation of atropine, vaccine and piperine in Dhumayoga Ayurvedic formulation. Methods: The three biomarkers were resolved using precoated silica gel 60F254 as stationary phase, dioxane: toluene: methanol: ethyl acetate: Aqueous ammonia (4:7:3:5:1v/v/v/v/v) as mobile phase and detected and quantified at 254nm. Results: The Rf values of atropine, vasicine, and piperine were found to be 0.406 ± 0.02, 0.56 ± 0.02, 0.87 ± 0.02, respectively. The calibration plot was linear in the range of 500-2500ng per zone with a correlation coefficient (r2) of atropine, vasicine and piperine was 0.994, 0.9986 and 0.9935, respectively. Conclusion: The developed method was applied for the quantitation of biomarkers in Dhumayoga. The method was validated in terms of linearity, precision, specificity, accuracy and robustness as per International Council for Harmonisation (ICH) guidelines.
Profiling of Mineral Content from Different Edible Flowers of West Bengal
Authors: Mondal Palash , Saha Prerona
Published: November 2024

Edible flowers have a good nutritional impact worldwide. West Bengal has a rich source of edible flowers consumed commonly. These flowers enhance the visual appeal of food and increase nutrient intake. This study aims to compare the mineral content of different edible flowers involving altogether forty-two species. This review focused on the various nutritional properties of various edible flowers based on several research performed until now. For maintaining good health and preventing various diseases minerals are required. Essential minerals (phosphorus, copper, potassium, calcium, zinc, sodium, iron, manganese and selenium) are present in edible flowers which are greatly beneficial for our bodies. Analytical techniques enable us to quantify the concentration of a particular mineral precisely. Potassium is the most abundantly found element in the flower of Oenothera biennis with a content of 7995 mg/100g followed by Calendula officinalis L. 7639mg/100g and Viola tricolor L. 7019mg/100g. This study concludes that it provides information based on the mineral content of these edible flowers and their potential role in the diet. Therefore, the mineral analysis study of these edible flowers can be helpful for future dietary recommendations.
Impact of Agricultural Credit by Commercial Banks on Agricultural GDP
Authors: Asha S. , Ramaswamy Mahesh , Sujith Kumar S. H.
Published: November 2024

The farming sector in India has always been an essential and significant part of the country’s economy. Agriculture has long been a significant employer of over 43% of the workforce and a large contributor to the nation’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP), (14.39%) but it has also experienced difficulties including exploitation and uneven regulations. Despite these challenges, agriculture remains essential for the country’s development, especially as it shifts towards a more business-oriented approach that requires access to capital. When looking at what factors influence agricultural productivity growth in India, attention to credit, inputs and policies can be signalled. Credit has been a crucial component in supporting agriculture for centuries and its importance has only increased as financial institutions have taken over from traditional non-institutional players such as moneylenders, friends and relatives. A significant factor in agriculture’s expansion, especially in spurring the Green Revolution, has been institutional financing. Institutional lending to the agricultural industry and allied fields has grown significantly over time. Based on regression analysis, this study examines the relationship between direct institutional credit and agriculture and allied services GDP by analysing data covering 19 years (1992-2011) using a Multi Linear Regression model to find determinants of agricultural development. The research has found that a strong correlation exists between credit and agricultural output along with other inputs like seeds, fertilisers, pesticides, tractors, power tillers and electricity. This has been reinforced by government interventions such as offering subsidies, providing extension services and developing infrastructure. Nonetheless, a nagging problem of climate change markets is out of control and gaps in the execution of policies continue to cross the horizons. For India to manage these changes, it will be necessary for the country to shift and take positive measures that will ensure sustainable agricultural growth in rural communities.
Immune Checkpoint Inhibitor-Associated Transverse Myelitis
Authors: Sarıdaş Furkan , Hojjati Farid , Koç Emine Rabia , Turan Ömer Faruk
Published: November 2024

Immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICIs) are highly effective in treating cancer and are increasingly used. Thus, awareness of various complications in the form of immunity-related adverse events is increasing. Transverse myelitis following ICIs is a rare but severe neurological adverse event, and information about this entity is minimal. ICI-associated transverse myelitis should be considered a rapid and comprehensive differential diagnosis after evaluating infective, metabolic, or other inflammatory-autoimmune pathologies. After diagnosis, early immunomodulation is required through intravenous high-dose methylprednisolone, IVIg, or plasmapheresis. It should be kept in mind that different etiologies may coexist or a superimposed condition may cause each other, and concurrent treatment should not be delayed. Further studies are needed to investigate the neurological manifestations that may develop in association with these therapies further and help establish guidelines for their management. In this case report, a rare case of ICI-associated transverse myelitis in a 62-year-old male patient was presented.
Stolen Kainai Children: Stories of Survival (Exhibit Video)
Authors: Prete Tiffany Hind-Bull
Published: November 2024

“Stolen Kainai Children: Stories of Survival” is an exhibition curated by Apooyak'ii / Dr. Tiffany Hind Bull – Prete, a member of the Kainai (Blood Tribe) and an Assistant Professor at the University of Lethbridge, Canada. The exhibit sheds light on the colonial school system’s impact on Indigenous communities, focusing on the experiences of the Niitsitapi (Blackfoot People). Through meticulous research and collaboration with Elders, Dr. Prete presents a comprehensive view of the educational policies that sought to assimilate Indigenous children. The exhibition aligns with the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada’s Calls to Action, offering a platform for Survivors to share their stories and reclaim their identities. Visitors will explore various colonial school models, including day schools and residential schools, gaining insight into the resilience and resistance of Indigenous Peoples. This immersive experience invites attendees to engage with history, honor Survivors’ legacies, and contribute to the path of reconciliation.