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Russiaʼs Low Carbon Development Policy: Opportunities and Constraints in the New Economic and Political Reality
Authors: Popova Irina , Kolmar Olga
Published: April 2024

Russiaʼs model of economic development, based on hydrocarbon exports, initially determined the countryʼs scepticism to- ward low-carbon transformation. However, the growing negative effects of climate change, manifesting in increased natural disasters (floods, fires, extreme heat), as well as extraterritorial measures imposed by major trading partners, which could potentially limit market access, led to a transformation of the perceived climate change challenge and the adoption of a range of policy documents and regulations to articulate and implement a low-carbon development policy in Russia. The targets and measures have been criticized for lacking ambition and rigour, but still pushed the processes without which the economy would continue to face the negative effects of climate change and increasing constraintsin global markets. The geopolitical crisis of 2022 and widening sanctions have significantly constrained Russiaʼs ability to meet climate targets. Despite this, mechanisms to promote decarbonization in key sectors continue to be developed. In addition, opportunities for cooperation with some major non-western economies have not closed. This article analyzes Russiaʼs strategic documents and key low-carbon development policies, including the activities of major companies. It provides perspective on the role of forest climate projects as well astheir drawbacks and risks, the Sakhalin experiment to achieve carbon neutrality in the region and how it is implemented through concrete initiatives, the prospects and limitations of the hydrogen industry, the challenges and tools for decarbonizing transport, state of play in the carbon capture, use and storage technologies, the criteria for green projects, and the situation on the green bond market. It also identifies two important areas which gain importance as the climate transition scales up: nuclear power and the ex- traction and production of critical raw materials. Based on the analysis, recommendations are given on promising areas of cooperation between Russia and its BRICS and EAEU partners.
The Role of Universities in the Innovation Systems in the Developing Countries
Authors:   National Tsing Hua University, Meetei Loitongbam Athouba , Bhattacharjya Bibhuti Ranjan ,   Indian Institute of Technology, Bhowmick Bhaskar ,   Rajendra Mishra School of Engineering Entrepreneurship
Published: April 2024

There are no universal rules for improving the contribution of universities to the development of regional innovation systems. Much depends upon the context of the country, resources of a specific region and socio-cultural specifics. This article explores the given topic using the example of a technological university in India, located in a large region with established traditions and a culture of production. In the implementation of the third mission of the university, a special proxy-organization played a key role, providing effective communication between stakeholders, the involvement of different segments of the population in the innovation system and joint development of technologies. The authors propose an interactive model that allows universities to develop new technological solutions for enterprises.
Quality assessment for images obtained using 3D printed stereotaxic frame v1
Authors: Liang Lucy , J Schaeffer David , Santini Tales , Zimmermann Rollin Isabela , Pirondini Elvira
Published: April 2024

This protocol describes the steps taken to assess whether MR signal noise and distortion is introduced by utilization of a 3D printed plastic stereotaxic frame. The computer-aided design files and engineering drawings for the frame used in this protocol are publicly available, with the modular design allowing for low cost and manageable manufacturing. You can find it here: https://github.com/SchaefferLab/Macaque-Stereotax This protocol is supplementary to the manuscript: Liang, L., Zimmermann Rollin, I., Alikaya, A., Ho, J.C., Santini, T., Bostan, A.C., Schwerdt, H.N., Stauffer, W.R., Ibrahim, T.S., Pirondini, E., Schaeffer, D.J., 2024. An open-source MRI compatible frame for multimodal presurgical mapping in macaque and capuchin monkeys. BioRxiv https://doi.org/10.1101/2024.02.17.580767
Demo - managing comments before publishing v1
Authors: Gasque Gabriel
Published: April 2024

Abstract for demo protocol
An improved image analysis method for micropattern traction microscopy: dot tracking and traction force calculation script protocols v1
Authors: A. Bunde Katie , Fan Weiyuan , Stamenovic Dimitrije , E. Barbone Paul , L. Smith Michael
Published: April 2024

The dot tracking script takes timelapse images of fluorescent micropatterns and determines the frame-by-frame displacement of each fluorescent dot. From these displacement values, the traction force calculation script calculates the corresponding traction force values using the known material properties of the gel being imaged, as described in Equation 2 of the main text. It can also plot either traction or displacement maps, user’s choice. Final x and y displacement vectors (taken from dot displacement script and thresholded based on the chosen displacement threshold value) are saved to the variables “x_dis_final_thresh” and “y_dis_final_thresh,” and the magnitude of these vectors is saved to “magD.” Unbalanced traction force vectors are saved to “T1” and “T2,” while balanced traction force vectors (for static equilibrium) are saved to “feX” and “feY,” respectively. The magnitudes of the unbalanced and balanced traction force vectors are saved to “magT_UB” and “magT_B,” respectively.
High molecular weight DNA extraction from fungal spores for long read sequencing v1
Authors: (Beatrice) Apirajkamol Nonthakorn , Tek Tay Wee
Published: April 2024

A modified extraction protocol is required to extract high quantity and quality DNA from fungal spores. We optimised DNA extraction protocols to obtain a sufficient amount of high molecular weight DNA from fungal spores for long read sequencing i.e., PacBio HiFi. Note: If required, the DNA extraction protocol can be scaled up to achieved the desired amount of genomic DNA
Biomarker's detection for diseases associated with metabolic disorder syndrome v1
Authors: E. Santiesteban Toca Cosme , Chacón Denisse , Rojo Moreno Alejandro , Lizeth Medrano González Saide , Escalante Gonzalez Leyla
Published: April 2024

The metabolic syndrome (MetS) is known to substantially reduce the quality of life. MetS is associated with a high incidence of non-communicable diseases such as type 2 diabetes mellitus, cardiovascular diseases, cancer, among others. Multiple investigations focus the early diagnosis of MetS and its possible evolution in the patient on the basis of gene expression and clinical parameters. However, we are interested in supporting the clinical diagnosis and prognosis of MetS-associated diseases based on the gut microbiota. Which means that we will take into account the set of microorganisms (bacteria, fungi, archaea, viruses and parasites) that reside in the intestine, given their relationship with diseases such as obesity, type 2 diabetes, as well as its influence on control glycemic. Beyond of traditional diagnostic methods, Machine Learning (ML) can learn non-linear interactions iteratively from large amounts of data. This is possible using computer algorithms, which are already being applied in various fields, including the evaluation and prediction of disease risk. The genes analysis belonging to the intestinal microbiota would allow the identification of excretory proteins with biomarker potential for the diagnosis and prognosis of diabetes and metabolic syndrome using supervised Machine Learning algorithms. For this reason, this project seeks to create a “pipeline” of classification algorithms (set of concatenated software) for data mining and analysis that allows predicting the appearance of type 2 diabetes and the progression of complications based on in the gut microbiota.
Student Engagement Variations across Institutions and Disciplines: Findings from Azerbaijan
Authors: Isaeva Razia , Uusiautti Satu , Ratinen Ilkka
Published: April 2024

Although student engagement has been a widely researched area known to improve student learning and a topic of scholarly debate for many decades now, this has yet to be the case in Azerbaijan. Data from the National Survey of Student Engagement, conducted among 433 undergraduate students of the 18-23 age range (M = 21.37, SD = 1.43) at eight universities in Azerbaijan, allowed us to examine variations in the conditions meant to foster student engagement, as well as students’ perspectives on improving their educational experiences. Specifically, we looked at differences related to academic challenges, learning with peers, teacher experiences, and campus environment. Student engagement varied across disciplines. Small universities in the capital city provided better collaborative learning conditions. However, students at regional universities were more satisfied with the quality of student-faculty interactions. Nonetheless, students saw a strong need for fundamental changes in higher education in Azerbaijan, focusing on improving the quality of teachers, teaching and the curriculum. The study provided an overview of student engagement variations across institutions and disciplines and how students conceptualise necessary improvements in student experiences. Institutional leaders must understand the variations for seeking essential changes in the HE system to effectively accommodate students’ needs and expectations.
Leveraging Digital Twin in Automated High-Tech Production Management
Authors: Kovalyov S. P.
Published: April 2024

The paper discusses industrial production management in an Industry 4.0 enterprise based on digital twins of manufacturing process and products. The principles of applying digital twins in the production cycle are defined. We present an example structure of an integrated automated production management system that includes the digital twins and a number of other systems. The functions of digital twins in such a system are indicated. The order of formation and development of digital twins in the course of the enterprise design and construction is considered. At the initial stage of collecting requirements and drawing up technical specifications for the enterprise design, we propose to create an approximate simulation model of the production cycle, which allows the feasibility assessment of key requirements. At the subsequent stages of the enterprise life cycle, the simulation model is enriched up to a full-fledged digital twin and augmented with other components of the management system. We show that the digital twin development can be performed at a high level of formal rigor and automation utilizing the mathematical device of category theory. For this purpose, the novel construction called flexible multicomma category is introduced, representing all possible enterprise architecture variants from a given viewpoint in the sense of the ISO/IEC/IEEE 42010 standard. A flexible multicomma is defined by a signature composed of functors that represent the architecture components from the selected viewpoint. We prove that a multicomma of any fixed shape derived from the signature is embedded into the flexible multicomma.
A Study of the Bystander Effect in Different Helping Situations
Authors: Ai Yu. , Ismail R. , Chong S.T.
Published: April 2024

Objective. Explore the presence of the bystander effect in both general situations and emergency situations.
Background. The bystander effect, a classic discovery in social psychology, has attracted significant attention in recent years due to instances of bystander indifference in society. This phenomenon raises the question of whether the bystander effect occurs not only in general situations where help is needed but also in emergency situations.
Study design. The study uses empirical research to investigate the existence of the bystander effect in general and emergency situations.
Participants. Chinese sample: 200 people (university students from Shaanxi Normal University, Xi'an University of Posts and Telecommunications, and Xi'an International Studies University in China) from 18 to 28 years old (M = 23,50; SD = 4,15).
Measurements. The used scenarios are based on McGuire’s (1994) taxonomy of helping behaviors.
Results. The results indicate that the bystander effect is present in general helping situations, but not in emergency scenarios.
Conclusions. This means that individuals are more likely to exhibit bystander behavior when encountering a situation where assistance is needed but not urgent. However, in emergency situations, the bystander effect does not seem to influence individuals' willingness to help.
Limitations of Diagnosis of Ischemic Left Ventricular Dysfunction Using the Values of Strain, Twist and Untwist in Patients With Myocardial Infarction of Various Localization
Authors: Shvets D. A. , Povetkin S. V.
Published: April 2024

Aim. To compare capabilities for diagnosing regional and global myocardial dysfunction using the values of longitudinal and circular strain, left ventricular (LV) torsion and untwisting in patients with myocardial infarction (MI) of various locations.

Material and methods. Patients included in the study (n=121) were divided into three groups: patients with unstable angina (n=30), patients with anterior MI (n=45), and patients with inferior MI (n=46). Clinical, laboratory and instrumental test were performed, including echocardiography. For a quantitative analysis of LV contractility, the maximum systolic peaks of regional and global longitudinal and circular strain, systolic and diastolic rotation, LV torsion and untwisting were measured.

Results. Anterior MI was characterized by injury of the LV apical segments, while inferior MI was characterized by injury of the basal segments. In anterior MI, the longitudinal strain was reduced less than 14.5% and circular strain less than 19.3% in the apical segment of the LV anteroseptal wall (ASW). In akinesia of the LV ASW apical segment, longitudinal and circular strains were reduced less than 10%. The magnitude of the circular strain of the LV ASW apical segment (diagnostic threshold 19.3%, sensitivity (Se) 87%, specificity (Sp) 90%) was superior to that of the longitudinal strain as a diagnostic marker for regional ischemic dysfunction in anterior MI. The magnitude of the circular strain of the basal segment of the LV inferior wall in inferior MI has a greater diagnostic value for identifying regional systolic dysfunction than the value of the longitudinal strain of this LV segment. The diagnostic threshold was 17.3%, Se 79%, Sp 80%.

Conclusion. A decrease in the circular strain of the LV ASW less than 19.3% in the LV apical segment is more specific (Sp 90%) for diagnosing regional systolic dysfunction in anterior MI than a decrease in longitudinal strain. A circular strain value of less than 17.3% in the basal segment of the LV inferior wall is more specific (Sp 80%) than the longitudinal strain of this segment for diagnosing regional systolic dysfunction in inferior MI. Predominant injury to the LV apex in anterior MI can cause systolic and diastolic myocardial dysfunction, which is manifested by a decrease in LV circular deformation, torsion and untwisting.
Short Registry of Terminal Forms of Chronic Heart Failure in the Samara Region
Authors: Rubanenko O. A. , Skripnik I. V. , Matuchina K. V. , Rubanenko A. O. , Davydkin I. L. , Benyan A. S. , Duplyakov D. V.
Published: April 2024

Aim. To study the clinical characteristics and prognosis of patients with functional class (FC) III-IV chronic heart failure (CHF) who meet the criteria for inclusion in the palliative care program.

Material and methods. A short registry of severe CHF forms was conducted at 60 outpatient and inpatient clinics in the Samara region for one month (16.05.2022-15.06.2022). The registry included patients with FC III-IV CHF who sought medical help during that period. Lethal outcomes were assessed at 90 days after the inclusion in the registry using the Mortality Information and Analytics system.

Results. 591 patients (median age, 71.0 [64.0; 80.0] years were enrolled, including 339 (57.4%) men, of which 149 (24.1%) were of working age (under 65 years). The main cause of CHF was ischemic heart disease (64.5%). 229 (38.7%) patients had left ventricular ejection fraction <40%. During the past year, 513 (86.8%) patients had at least one hospitalization for decompensated CHF. 45.7% of patients had hydrothorax, and 11.3% of patients had ascites. Low systolic blood pressure was observed in more than 25% of patients; 14.2% required in-hospital inotropic support; and 9.1% received it on the outpatient basis. 4.2% of patients received outpatient oxygen support and 0.8% required the administration of narcotic analgesics. 12 (1.9%) patients were on the waiting list for heart transplantation. In this study, there was an inconsistency in the number of patients with ventricular tachycardia and/or left bundle branch block (LBBB) who were implanted with cardiac resynchronization therapy devices (CRTD) or an implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD), a total of 19 patients (11 patients with CRTD and 8 patients with ICD), while 58 (9.8%) patients had indications for CRTD/ICD implantation. Within 90 days from inclusion in the registry, 59 (10.0%) patients died. According to binary logistic regression analysis, the presence of LBBB, hydrothorax, the requirement for outpatient oxygen support, and a history of cardiac surgery were associated with a high risk of death.

Conclusion. Patients with severe forms of CHF require not only adequate drug therapy, but also dynamic clinical observation supplemented with palliative care aimed at improving the quality of life, including the ethical principles of shared decision-making and advance care planning to identify the priorities and goals of patients in relation to their care.
Chronic Heart Failure in Patients Hospitalized in 2002 and 2021: Comparative Analysis of Prevalence, Clinical Course and Drug Therapy
Authors: Garganeeva A. A. , Tukish O. V. , Vitt K. N. , Mareev Yu. V. , Kuzheleva E. A. , Ryabov V. V. , Kondratiev M. Yu. , Syromyatnikova E. E. , Dorzhieva B. B. , Mareev V. Yu.
Published: April 2024

Aim. Comparative analysis of the prevalence of chronic heart failure (CHF), clinical and medical history data, and drug therapy of patients admitted to a cardiology hospital in 2002 and 2021.Material and methods. The study analyzed the medical records of patients with a confirmed diagnosis of CHF who were admitted in 2002 (n=210) and 2021 (n=381) to a specialized cardiology hospital.Results. According to medical records of 2021, the proportion of patients with a confirmed diagnosis of CHF (87.6%) in the cohort of patients admitted to a cardiology hospital was twice as high as in 2002 (46.4%; p<0.001). The majority of patients with CHF in the study sample were patients with preserved left ventricular ejection fraction (HFpEF). The proportion of such patients significantly increased to reach 75.9% in 2021 compared to 58.6% in 2002 (p<0.001). At the same time, the number of severe forms of CHF (NYHA functional class (FC) IV) decreased by 10% and was 13.2% in 2002 and 1.3% in 2021 (p<0.001). In the majority of patients, ischemic heart disease (98.1 and 91.1% in 2002 and 2021, respectively, p<0.001) and hypertension (80.5 and 98.2%, respectively, p<0.001) were diagnosed as the cause for CHF. Furthermore, the incidence of comorbidity increased significantly: atrial fibrillation was detected in 12.3% of patients in 2002 and 26.4% in 2021 (p < 0.001); type 2 diabetes mellitus, in 14.3 and 32% of patients (p <0.001); and obesity, in 33.3 and 43.7% of patients, respectively (p=0.018). The frequency of using the major groups of drugs increased during the analyzed period: renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system blockers were administered to 71.9% of patients in 2002 and to 87.7% in 2021 (p<0.001); beta-blockers were administered to 53.3 and 82.4% of patients (p<0.001); and mineralocorticoid receptor antagonists, to 1.9 and 18.6% of patients, respectively (p=0.004).Conclusion. In 2021, the proportion of patients with a confirmed diagnosis of CHF in the patient cohort admitted to a cardiology hospital was twice as high as in 2002; the phenotype with preserved left ventricular ejection fraction predominated in the CHF structure. During the analyzed twenty-year period, the prevalence of comorbidities increased among CHF patients. The prescription frequency of pathogenetic evidence-based therapy has significantly increased by 2021, however, it remains insufficient even in patients with CHF with reduced left ventricular ejection fraction.
Design and Position Control of a Robot with 5 Degrees of Freedom
Authors: Peralta-Caprachin Henry , Angeles-Orahulio Raul , Paiva-Peredo Ernesto
Published: April 2024

In recent decades, robotics and artificial intelligence have gained significant importance for their involvement in various industrial processes currently at their peak. Nevertheless, advanced robots are not designed explicitly for lemon supply. This research aims to develop a manipulator robot with 5 degrees of freedom and control its trajectories for lemon supply purposes. To achieve this goal, kinematic and dynamic calculations of the manipulator robot were performed, along with the development of programming code in Matlab to determine its trajectories, positions, speeds, and accelerations. In addition, the Proportional Integral Derivative (PID) tuner was used to obtain the optimal controller parameters and ensure accurate joint trajectory generation.
MÃES-UNIVERSITÁRIAS: AS DIFICULDADES DURANTE A GRADUAÇÃO EM EDUCAÇÃO FÍSICA
Authors: Lopes Lorrane Martins , Ramalho Carla Chagas
Published: April 2024

Este trabalho tem como objetivo analisar a percepção das mães-universitárias do curso de Educação Física (EF) sobre os maiores desafios encontrados por estas acadêmicas, no que diz respeito a sua formação, através do entendimento sobre maternidade e maternagem. Foi aplicado um questionário on-line, relacionado às suas dificuldades associadas à maternidade e à graduação, para 12 (doze) acadêmicas do curso de EF de uma universidade pública no Norte de Minas Gerais. Foi possível demonstrar que as mães-universitárias, participantes da pesquisa, possuem dificuldades em organizar sua tripla jornada, visto que não se sentem amparadas pela universidade e, em muitos casos, não possuem uma rede social de apoio. Concluímos que a necessidade do desenvolvimento de políticas de permanência dentro da instituição é urgente para que as mães-universitárias não somente permaneçam na mesma, concluam suas graduações e possam ainda construir expectativas a partir disso.
IMPRENSA ILUSTRADA NO PARAGUAI DO FIM DO SÉCULO XIX: IMAGENS DA PÁTRIA NO EL LÁTIGO INMORTAL (1889-1892)
Authors: De Jesus Silva Rosangela , Franz Willers Suzana
Published: April 2024

O presente artigo busca analisar como imagens e discursos, produzidos pelo periódico ilustrado satírico El Látigo Inmortal (1889-1892), repercutiram alguns dos principais debates políticos do Paraguai no final do século XIX. Seguindo os aportes metodológicos de Luca (2008), sobre a utilização da imprensa como fonte de pesquisa histórica e de Sandra Szir (2014; 2016) para discutir a importância da relação imagem e texto na imprensa ilustrada oitocentista, analisamos o uso da alegoria feminina da pátria em uma seleção de ilustrações publicadas pelo periódico. Essas ilustrações formularam representações e projetaram seus ideais sobre a nação, apresentando um alinhamento ideológico ao Partido Liberal, em constante oposição ao Partido Colorado. As imagens de representação da pátria, situam o partido Colorado como opressor, em contraposição aos supostos valores liberais defendidos pelo partido Liberal, registrando o início de uma história de disputa bipartidária que protagoniza o cenário político do Paraguai até hoje.
MATERNALISMO POLÍTICO NAS MOBILIZAÇÕES FEMINISTAS DO DEPARTAMENTO PARAENSE PELO PROGRESSO FEMININO (BELÉM/PA, 1931-1937)
Authors: Rodrigues Bárbara Leal
Published: April 2024

Este artigo realiza reflexões sobre o feminismo e a presença do maternalismo político praticado pelas feministas do Departamento Paraense pelo Progresso Feminino, entre os anos de 1931 e 1937, período de intensas atividades do grupo na cidade de Belém. Nessa estratégia, notam-se alguns objetivos, como a implementação dos direitos pleiteados e a configuração de uma imagem positiva à instituição, com a permanência de determinados papéis sociais femininos. Assim, as feministas utilizaram-se da maternidade e de sua importância social como fator intensificador para conseguir o que almejavam, seja em celebrações públicas, exemplo da homenagem ao Dia das Mães, como uma comemoração feminista, seja durante os períodos de reformas legislativas. A partir dos jornais e das correspondências, tornou-se possível compreender as ações estratégicas feministas, a partir do maternalismo político.
MATERNIDADES, FEMINISMOS E RELAÇÕES DE GÊNERO: CONSTRUÇÕES DO PASSADO; QUESTÕES DO PRESENTE
Authors: Soares Ana Carolina Eiras Coelho , Cardoso Vanessa Clemente
Published: April 2024

O presente dossiê busca trabalhos que pensem nas relações estabelecidas pelas questões das maternidades, seus discursos históricos e as atuações dos feminismos, tanto no passado, quanto em seus impactos no mundo contemporâneo. É, portanto, uma proposta de intercâmbio interdisciplinar que agrega uma extensa pauta no que tange às noções das maternidades e dos feminismos. Os diversos feminismos contemporâneos, em especial os  surgidos através das mídias digitais, entendem que a “maternidade”, agora entendida como ato plural de “fazer social” – e, embora seja uma questão importante para as mulheres nem sempre recebeu a atenção reflexiva pelos feminismos – e que apresenta uma série de demandas e debates ainda em voga na sociedade ocidental, com especial atenção para a latinidade, tais como: controle de natalidade; maternidade compulsória; papel social das mulheres; atuação no mercado de trabalho; amamentação; divisão de gênero nas relações de cuidado, e diversas outras que, urgentemente, ganham força e se apresentam com pautas diversificadas e apropriações discursivas que ganham especificidades próprias em diferentes contextos.
A presença de múltiplos saberes, narrativas, linguagens e estudos acerca das questões que envolvem as relações de gênero, maternidades, discursos históricos e feminismos envolve um amplo debate sobre emoções, afetos, sexualidades, racialidades, etarismos, corpos(as), orientações sexuais, entre outros fatores, que uma vez naturalizada a função materna cada vez mais como sendo “função biológica da mulher”, foram retirados do cenário de debates públicos, obliterando lugares de fala e possibilidades de atuações políticas.
Aberto à participação de pesquisadoras/es aos diversos aspectos possíveis dessa ampla temática, esse dossiê visa compreender ações e temporalidades dos discursos e seus impactos na história e no mundo contemporâneo, com políticas e culturas ainda muito marcadas pelas desigualdades de gênero, violências e assimetrias de vida na nossa sociedade.
As novas topografias teóricas sobre maternidades e feminismos, realizadas desde final dos anos 90 que tem se aprofundado em diversas abordagens, possibilitam analisar tais temas, em especial na América Latina, através de uma série de marcadores sociais da diferença, tais como: raça, sexualidades, corpo, identidade de gênero e relações de poder, ampliando consideravelmente a potencialidade das categorias analíticas e das pesquisas realizadas, na construção de narrativas múltiplas e plurais, colaborando  com a revisão de diferentes e áreas do conhecimento acadêmico e científico.
Navigating the integration of technology in physiotherapy: A balanced approach
Authors: Alagappan Thangamani Ramalingam , Bhansali Niraj , Bhansali Toral
Published: April 2024

The integration of technology in physiotherapy practices holds immense promise for advancing patient care and outcomes. Yet, the swift evolution of technological solutions necessitates a cautious and discerning approach from physiotherapists. This article explores the complexities surrounding technology adoption in physiotherapy, emphasizing thorough evaluation, critical analysis, and context-driven implementation. By acknowledging the limitations and constraints inherent in various technological advancements, physiotherapists can effectively harness their potential while prioritizing patient-centered care and evidence-based practice. Such an approach ensures that technology serves as a tool to augment clinical decision-making and therapeutic interventions, rather than overshadowing the fundamental principles of personalized care and holistic rehabilitation. As technology continues to reshape the landscape of physiotherapy, a balanced integration strategy that values both innovation and patient well-being remains paramount for optimizing outcomes and fostering sustainable healthcare practices.
Is bone-grafting or bone-healing adjunct always necessary for the treatment of non-union ? Our experience of treating non-unio by primary osteosynthesis in chronically neglected shaft of femure fractures
Authors: Jain Mohit J , Mehta Vatsal J , Nayak Hardik J , Vadodaria Gaurav M , Shah Malkesh D , Patel Dhavalkumar J
Published: April 2024

Non-union of bone is a frightening consequence of fracture management. This condition usually occurs when the body's natural healing process cannot bridge the gap and restore the continuity of the bone. Non-infected non-union can be classified into two main types: Hypertrophic and Atrophic. Our research aims to determine the results after primary osteosynthesis without bone graft or adjuvant in neglected shaft femur fracture aseptic non-unions.

We performed a retrospective chart review to include consequative series of neglected shaft of femur fracture non-unions treated by primary osteosynthesis surgery during a span of 3 years from 2020-2022. We excluded cases with partial union, identifiable systemic or external causes of non-union and those belonging to pediatric & elder age groups.

We included 13 neglected cases of shaft femur fractures. Out of 13 patients, 7 (53.8%) were males. The mean age was 43 (range 23-55) years, and the mean injury presentation interval was 9 (range 4-18) months. Nine had hypertrophic, 2 had atrophic and 1 had undefinable non-union. At one year follow-up, 12 out of 13 showed completely united fractures with no functional limitation. Only one patient showed delayed union and eventually united Discussion: Treating non-union requires a comprehensive approach tailored to the fracture personality. The original AO principles (1960) of fracture healing remain the mainstay of fracture healing. Besides the gold standard autologus bone graft, many biological agents like BMP are currently available to augment bone healing. However, most of them have failed to provide consistent and promising results when there is an absence of innate osteogenic potential.

In our experience, an excellent union rate can be achieved without the use of bone-grafting or bone-healing adjuvants in chronically neglected long bone fractures where no previous surgical attempt was made in absence of systemic and exteral risk factors for non-union.
Michał Głowiński in Leśmian’s world and afterlife
Authors: KOPCIŃSKI JACEK
Published: April 2024

Jacek Kopciński rekonstruuje problematykę szkiców Michała Głowińskiego zebranych w tomie
Zaświat przedstawiony. Szkice o poezji Bolesława Leśmiana z roku 1981 (wydanie drugie 1998). Wieloletnią
pracę nad twórczością Leśmiana autor uznaje za osobistą przygodę intelektualną Głowińskiego
i sytuuje w kontekście jego badań nad poezją współczesną – przede wszystkim twórczością
Mirona Białoszewskiego. Główną tezą artykułu jest myśl, że Głowiński, choć w pracy nad poezją
Leśmiana stosował narzędzia wypracowane przez poetykę historyczną, traktował autora Łąki
jak poetę współczesnego i tak interpretował jego wiersze, żeby wydobyć z nich poetycki projekt
nowego, powojennego humanizmu.
Modern autographies
Authors: WOŁK MARCIN
Published: April 2024

Nawiązując do propozycji Jacques’a Derridy, H. Portera Abbotta i Jeanne Perreault, autor przedstawia
autografię jako kategorię transgatunkową i transmedialną, obejmującą wszelkie manifestacje
tekstowe osobowego „ja” autorskiego, traktowane przy tym raczej jako akt niż jako dzieło.
Obok wypowiedzi referencjalnych (autobiografii, autoportretów, wspomnień, esejów) obejmuje
ona teksty fikcjonalne (powieści, dramaty, wiersze itp.); obok wypowiedzi pojedynczych – ich
zespoły, które odsyłają do postaci autora lub składają się na jego wizerunek; obok tekstów jako
całości – ich poszczególne elementy; obok wypowiedzi literackich – autoprezentacje fotograficzne,
filmowe, teatralne, plastyczne. Ich wspólną cechą jest kierowanie uwagi odbiorców nie tylko na
dzieło, lecz także na osobę twórcy, dążenie do opatrzenia kreowanej rzeczywistości autorskim
znakiem autentyczności. Stanowią próbę przekształcania zmediatyzowanej komunikacji poprzez
sztukę w żywy dyskurs, postulują powrót od wytworu do autografu – czegoś, co wciąż nosi ślad
ludzkiej ręki.
Michał Głowiński in a conversation about "Circles of Alienation"
Authors: BEREŚ STANISŁAW
Published: April 2024

W 2010 roku ukazał się obszerny tom wspomnień prof. Michała Głowińskiego, jednego z największych
polskich literaturoznawców. Dlatego redaktor „Telewizyjnych Wiadomości Literackich”
(TVP 2) prof. Stanisław Bereś przeprowadził z nim dwugodzinny wywiad telewizyjny. Na antenie
pokazano tylko kilkunastominutowy skrót, więc aby nie zmarnować cennego materiału, jego
wersję oryginalną umieszczono najpierw na edukacyjnej platformie Telewizji Literackiej, a po jej
zamknięciu przeniesiono na portal YouTube, gdzie dostępna jest do dzisiaj. Dodatkowo, chcąc
uczcić 80. urodziny uczonego, sporządzono transkrypt tego nagrania, który został opracowany
do druku w niniejszej publikacji/księdze pamiątkowej.
Proces przekształcania żywej rozmowy w tekst jest tak złożony i skomplikowany, a w wielu elementach/
etapach wręcz tajemniczy; badania nad nim [procesem] są wciąż jeszcze w powijakach.
Jest to po prostu rodzaj translacji, uważany przez badaczy za przekład intralingwalny. Drukowana
tu rozmowa z prof. Głowińskim jest świetnym pretekstem do pokazania kluczowych mechanizmów
tego procesu (transkrypcja, językowa redakcja tekstu, selekcja, kompozycja, autoryzacja), bo
wciąż istnieje i jest dostępny zapis telewizyjny wywiadu. Niniejszy tekst jest więc komentarzem
na temat nagrania, językowej pracy obu rozmówców, jak i formą hommage dla wielkiego polonisty.
States must step up to cushion their citizens from hunger
Authors:   African Journal of Food, Agriculture, Nutrition and Development, Karanu Njeri
Published: April 2024

Just as the world was recovering from pandemic effects, the Russia-Ukraine war started. Already, access to adequate food was curtailed during the pandemic, adding about 180 million more hungry people. Because the two countries are major producers and exporters of food and fuel, food prices are hitting all-time highs.
What is hunger?
Authors:   African Journal of Food, Agriculture, Nutrition and Development, Oniang'o Ruth
Published: April 2024

When we talk of how many people go to bed hungry, what exactly do we mean? According to the 2022 Global Report on Food Crises [1], 180m people across 40 countries face food insecurity, which will ultimately be associated with malnutrition, hunger, and famine. The type of malnutrition referred to here is that where the body does not get enough energy or nutrients to sustain it. There are cases where over-nutrition manifests in overweight and obesity.
Alternative Sources of Quality Protein
Authors:   African Journal of Food, Agriculture, Nutrition and Development, Oniang'o Ruth
Published: April 2024

Let us be serious. With nature behaving the way it is right now, displacing people including those who would produce the food we rely on, and rendering farmland untenable, conflicts and potential wars that are affecting global trade, a fast-growing population in the vulnerable regions, and virtually unprecedented conditions that are unsettling the world, we have to seriously think about how the world will be fed in the near future. Already we have problems meeting the dietary needs of a sizeable portion of the world population. It seems as if there is always some event impeding our desire to reach targets set at UN-organized global conferences.
Building Research and Implementation Capacity among Early Career African Scientists
Authors:   University of Ghana, Aryeetey Richmond , Marquis GS ,   McGill University, N Addy ,   McGill University
Published: April 2024

Building the capacity of a new generation of scholars is both a necessary and an exciting quest. It is an opportunity to be intentional in passing on the baton of ‘know-how’ (knowledge and experience) and ‘know-do’ (competence and leadership) in a way that ensures that future generations of scholars will generate the scientific evidence to support policy and program decisions make the world a better place. This special issue of AJFAND includes output from scholars involved in capacity building activities that have been possible through more than 20 years of research and training partnership between the University of Ghana, McGill University, and rural institutions in Ghana. The two Universities have collaborated on multiple projects (the RIING, ENAM, Nutrition Links, and LInkINg UP projects) that have developed the capacity of young trainees while improving maternal and child nutrition in rural settings [1-3].
Smallholder Farmers
Authors:   African Journal of Food, Agriculture, Nutrition and Development, Oniang'o Ruth
Published: April 2024

What do they need? What do they have to offer? How can we help them to nourish their families and improve their livelihoods? As I travel through western Kenya where we work with smallholder farmers, and during my visit to Uganda's north with farmers operating at the very bottom of the pyramid, I see them express themselves, that climate change is here with us, and in a very profound manner.
Hunger and Climate Change: How responsible are we?
Authors:   African Journal of Food, Agriculture, Nutrition and Development, Oniang'o Ruth
Published: April 2024

We are ready with our next issue of the African Journal of Food, Agriculture, Nutrition and Development (AJFAND). As we continue to address issues of hunger and food insecurity and hope to achieve SDG 2 zero hunger by 2030, we should remember that the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, severe weather events (climate change), and an increasingly ungovernable world are making it impossible to imagine us achieving SDG 2, zero hunger.
Can we feed everyone?
Authors:   African Journal of Food, Agriculture, Nutrition and Development, Oniang'o Ruth
Published: April 2024

What do you think, do we need more land to feed the fast-increasing population? I do not. But of course, I could be wrong. My view is that we have not utilized well the land we have. We have misused it, battered it, and probably out of ignorance. We did not know much. If we believed in a superpower, we just assumed it will always provide. Or we just thought of ourselves and our surroundings and so long as that was ok, there would be no problem.
The New Reality: An Unsettled NATURE
Authors:   African Journal of Food, Agriculture, Nutrition and Development, Oniang'o Ruth
Published: April 2024

Climate change and its attendant fierce impacts, furious and devastating and almost everywhere, paint a grim future for humanity. What worked before is no longer viable. We have severe droughts and killer fires, heavy rains and furious floods, mudslides and receding ice lines! What does this mean? Well, it means that the most basic needs: food, water, and shelter are affected. But then, moving food and other essential items is impaired by destroyed roads, bridges, and airports. Take the cases of Morocco and Libya, for example. We often hear of hurricanes in other parts of the world, mostly coastal countries of Asia and the Americas, but rarely in Africa. Well, until recently. The Africa I know has had its share of natural calamities, mostly frequent droughts. Droughts are extreme and tend to wipe out livestock and crops, interfere with water and forest food sources, and result in famines that threaten human life.
Food Safety
Authors:   African Journal of Food, Agriculture, Nutrition and Development, Oniang'o Ruth
Published: April 2024

In the advent of climate variability (commonly known as climate change), consideration for food safety is ever more critical than before. Ordinarily weather would dictate what part of the food value chain fits within what season. During land preparation, there is little rain, then rain comes during planting to facilitate germination. The rain continues as the crops grow. Then the rain begins to subside as the crop matures and the grain begins to dry. Eventually the rain subsides to allow the grain to be harvested and dried. All this ensured grains, particularly, stayed safe for human consumption. As I recall growing up in the village and with my parents, grains were dried and stored in a well woven granary. The grains were well aired, raised from the ground to avoid rodent infestation, and the grain remained dry and whole, clean.
Podatność rynków giełdowych krajów Grupy Wyszehradzkiej na niestabilności wewnętrzne i zewnętrzne
Authors: Grabowski Wojciech
Published: April 2024

W monografii pt. Podatność rynków giełdowych krajów Grupy Wyszehradzkiej na niestabilności wewnętrzne i zewnętrzne prezentowane są wyniki badań dotyczące sytuacji na rynkach giełdowych w Polsce, Czechach i na Węgrzech, powiązań między analizowanymi rynkami oraz ich odporności na szoki zewnętrzne. Zbadano wpływ zarówno krótko-, jak i długookresowych czynników na wartości indeksów WIG, BUX, PX oraz stopy zwrotu. Zidentyfikowano okresy łącznych załamań na rynkach kapitałowych oraz badany jest mechanizm transmisji szoków i zmienności. Wykorzystywano szeroki wachlarz metod ekonometrycznych, obejmujący m.in. jedno- i wielorównaniowe modele klasy GARCH, analizę transmisji zmienności Diebolda-Yilmaza, modele zmiennych jakościowych oraz modele regresji kwantylowej.
Assessing Representativeness of Seriously Ill Patient Survey Responders in a Pragmatic Clinical Trial
Authors: Chau Aaron J. , Hays Ron , Walling Anne M. , Gibbs Lisa , Rahimi Maryam , Sudore Rebecca L. , Wenger Neil S. ,   UC Health Care Planning Study Investigators
Published: April 2024

Objective

Pragmatic trials often implement an intervention across a population of patients but require information unavailable at the population level that must be reported by a subset of patients. In this pragmatic clinical trial, we compared characteristics of seriously ill patients with those who completed a survey evaluating advance care planning across 3 academic health systems.

Methods

A deliberate process including health system and external stakeholders and patients was used to design materials for and the approach to seriously ill patients. We developed a survey and conducted a multistep process to identify seriously ill primary care patients. We evaluated the relationships of age, gender, race and ethnicity, and vulnerability using the social vulnerability index in this population, and explored the representativeness of survey respondents compared with the underlying seriously ill population in terms of age, race and ethnicity, and vulnerability measured.

Results

About 5% (8707 patients) of the primary care population was classified as seriously ill, 5351 were mailed a survey and 1100 provided survey responses. Hispanic and Black patients were younger than White patients, and Black and Hispanic patients were more vulnerable than White and Asian patients and patients of other races. Representativeness was high across age and race and ethnicity, although White and Hispanic patients were more likely to respond than Black and Asian patients and patients of other races. Vulnerability in the surveyed sample was nearly identical to the population.

Conclusions

A tailored survey and recruitment strategy yielded a representative sample of seriously ill, largely older, primary care respondents in the context of a pragmatic clinical trial.
THE IMPACT OF EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES ON SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT IN THE MILITARY ORGANIZATION
Authors: TRIF Robert-Cristian
Published: April 2024

This paper provides a general exploration of the transformative impact of emerging technologies on supply chain management in the military organization. It highlights the integration of advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), blockchain and autonomous systems, highlighting their profound effects on improving operational efficiency, security and real-time supply chain management. The study assesses the balance between improved logistics capabilities and the complexities introduced by these technologies, including concerns about dependency and cyber security. Through a technological innovation perspective, the paper proposes a conceptual framework of military supply chain management, proposing a future-oriented strategy for supply chain management in the military organization in an adaptive and resilient manner. This research is essential in understanding the synergy between cutting edge technology and military logistics in the modern era.
WIRELESS TRANSMITTER FOR OPTICAL COMMUNICATION WITH FREQUENCY-MODULATED LASER CARRIER
Authors: PEARSICĂ Marian , GHERMAN Laurian
Published: April 2024

Interest in the use of unguided optical systems is growing, due to the development of wireless mobile and indoor communication systems as well as the applications of lasers in space technology. The proposed laser transmitter, with frequency-modulated carrier, represents the optical transmitter of a wireless optical communication system, for transmitting audio signals on laser carriers, which can be used both inside buildings and outside, for distances estimated according to system parameters. In the paper are presented elements of design of the electrical diagram of principle, as well as analysis by SPICE simulation of the designed circuit. The results obtained by SPICE simulation synthesize the operation of the laser transmitter, allowing an optimization of the parameters of the component circuits.
Vigilância em saúde do trabalhador migrante no Corredor Rodoviário Bioceânico
Authors: Cunha Inara Pereira da , Assis André Vinicius Batista de , Barretto Raquel Silva , Luciano Carini de Souza
Published: April 2024

A saúde dos trabalhadores migrantes na Rota Bioceânica requer ações abrangentes, e é necessário compreender seus problemas e agravos. Este ensaio tem o objetivo de compreender as possibilidades de ações de vigilância da saúde dos trabalhadores em situações de migração na Rota Bioceânica em Mato Grosso do Sul. Para identificar esses elementos, foi utilizada uma revisão narrativa da literatura considerando um referencial teórico. Utilizou-se o portal States National Library of Medicine National Institutes of Health (Medline/PubMed), aplicando os termos: “Surveillance of the Workers Health”; “Health Vulnerability”; “Transients and Migrants”; combinados com o operador booleano “AND”. Foram identificados cinco aspectos que compõem a vigilância em saúde do trabalhador: assistência, vigilância, notificação, planejamento e gestão. No contexto da assistência, é crucial fornecer acesso aos serviços de saúde, incluindo atendimento emergencial, cuidados materno-infantis e tratamento de doenças transmissíveis e relacionadas ao trabalho. A vigilância da saúde deve focar na prevenção e promoção da saúde com ações pautadas na identificação de riscos ocupacionais, acidentes e doenças relacionadas ao trabalho. A coleta e análise de dados epidemiológicos são fundamentais para direcionar ações de vigilância e implementar medidas adequadas, possível por meio das notificações. Para o planejamento e gestão deve-se fortalecer parcerias com dispositivos sociais, e a rede de atenção à saúde do trabalhador, regularizando o trabalho e combatendo práticas precárias e ilegais. Conclui-se que políticas públicas devem ser direcionadas às dimensões que compõem a vigilância em saúde do trabalhador, visando assegurar melhores condições de vida aos migrantes trabalhadores na rota bioceânica.