bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Expanding the CIL community
Authors:   University of Buffalo, Hollister Christopher , Schweikhard April ,   University of Oklahoma-Tulsa, Hosier Allison ,   University at Albany - SUNY, Williams Jacqulyn ,   Virginia Commonwealth University
Published: December 2024

This editorial details recent additions to the CIL community, including Innovative Practices section editors, production copyeditors, and manuscript reviewers. It also recounts a variety of other newsworthy events from the the journal's eighteenth volume year.
Building on Strengths: A Collaborative, Asset-Focused Approach to Teaching Critical Information Literacy Skills
Authors:   California State University - Bakersfield, Penrose Rebecca , Chavez Kristi ,   California State University - Bakersfield
Published: December 2024

This article showcases an instructor–librarian collaborative model for teaching critical information literacy (CIL) skills in a higher education course by incorporating interactive workshops into a sequence of required course assignments. Using an asset-focused design, this assignment sequence allows students to first demonstrate their existing research strategies and then evaluate those strategies during workshop activities, applying the CIL principles they are learning. In this way, the approach recognizes students’ existing strengths and builds upon them, while emphasizing self-reflection opportunities and an intentional research focus on diversity, equity, inclusion, and representation. Results from our one-year study are also highlighted. The suggested instructional strategies could be adapted to any course with research-related projects.
Older people’s perceptions of urban green spaces in Macau and gender differences
Authors: Gao Yi-Fan , Ye Xi , Li Wen-Kai , Zhou Qian-Qian , Li Rui-Yi , Wang Hai-Ying , Shang Yuan-Zheng
Published: December 2024

Studies on gender differences in the perception of urban green spaces (UGS) among older people are scarce. Based on this research gap, this paper attempts to explore older people’s subjective evaluations of UGS in Macau, to identify gender differences in their perceptions of these spaces and to propose corresponding improvement strategies, aiming to provide a theoretical basis for the building of an age-friendly city in Macau. A comprehensive literature review was conducted to identify evaluation measurements. Preliminary interviews with older people were undertaken to ensure the local adaptability of evaluation measurements. The characteristics of UGS were measured using 22 attributes categorised into six dimensions. The questionnaire was designed based on these evaluation measurements. Importance–performance analysis was used to discover the importance and satisfaction ranking of UGS attributes. A total of 600 valid questionnaires was collected. Results show that both older women and older men regard social activities as a primary purpose of visiting UGS. Only older women care very much about children’s facilities and their preferences is more for garden plants than for tall trees. Enhancing functional facilities, encouraging social engagement and creating multiple uses are the primary objectives of UGS design.
Silicon carbide-based ceramics, modified by polycarbosilanе infiltration and pyrolisis
Authors: Tverdokhleb (Antonova) E. S. , Golubeva N. A. , Lisachenko M. G. , Plyasunkova L. A. , Pechenkin K. V.
Published: December 2024

Modified  silicon  carbide-based  ceramic  was   fabricated by liquid polymer infiltration and pyrolysis of polycarbosilane. Phase composition, structure,  physical and mechanical properties of solid-state-sintered SiC ceramics after polycarbosilane infiltration and pyrolysis was studied. The pyrolysis of a polycarbosilane was investigated up to 1800 °С  through  the  analysis  of  the gas phase and  the  characterization  of  the  solid  residue by thermogravimetric analysis, scanning electron microscopy, X-ray (diffraction) analysis. Ill. 5. Ref. 11.
Periclase-pleonaste refractories for rotary kilns for cement clinker firing
Authors: Pitsik O. N.
Published: December 2024

The composition of periclase-pleonaste refractories alternative to imported ones has been developed. The resistance of refractories to the  influence  of  cement clinker has been tested and the depth of impregnation of the structure with aggressive corrosive agent has been determined. Durability  testing  of  the  new  product  type in rotary kilns for the production of refractories  and cement has been carried out. The possibility of industrial use of the developed refractories in lining  of rotary kilns for cement clinker firing  for  sintering  and  transition zones with unstable coating, working under conditions of intensive thermal, mechanical and chemical stresses has been confirmed. Ill. 4. Ref. 3. Tab. 5.
Waar spoke nog speel: 'n Queer verkenning van die affektiewe rol van die spookagtige plaasruimte in CJ Langenhoven se "Die bouval op Wilgerdal"
Authors: Croeser C
Published: December 2024

In hierdie artikel word queerlesing gebruik om die vroeë twintigste-eeuse Afrikaanse spookverhaal "Die bouval op Wilgerdal" deur CJ Langenhoven te ontleed. Die studie benader queerness as 'n ontwrigtende politiek wat samelewingsnorme uitdaag, veral in die konteks van literatuur. Queerlesing word gebruik as 'n metode wat verborge betekenisse in tekste onthul, veral dié wat in stryd is met normatiewe interpretasies. Queerlesing word met Gordoniaanse hauntologie, die unheimliche en affekteorie in verband gebring. Die artikel illustreer die affektiewe rol van die plaas in die Afrikaanse letterkunde en demonstreer hoe die plaasruimte historiese lae, identiteit en affek verteenwoordig. Daar word aangevoer dat Langenhoven se verhaal die konvensionele uitbeelding van die plaas ondermyn deur dit 'n unheimliche ruimte te maak, wat sodoende kritiek lewer op die sentraliteit van die plaas in prosesse van Afrikaneridentiteitsvorming. Aan die hand van die queerlesing van die verhaal word aangevoer dat die ware spokery van die Wilgerdalplaas die ontwrigting van die Van Graanfamiliebloedlyn en die verlies van hul verbintenis met die grond is. Sodoende destabiliseer die verhaal die konvensionele patrone van Afrikaanse literatuur oor plase. Uiteindelik ontbloot die verhaal die unheimliche aard van die plaasruimte oor die algemeen en die Afrikaner se onbestendige verhouding daarmee deur middel van die skakel tussen bonatuurlike bedreiging en die plaasruimte sowel as die verqueering van familiale waardes in die besonder. Die narratief spoor die Afrikanerleser aan om van aangesig tot aangesig te kom met die spoke wat Afrikanerhuise bewoon, en spreek moontlik tot die Afrikaner se vrese oor die voortbestaan van die Afrikanerfamilie en grondbesit, vrese wat tot vandag toe voortduur.
Oorlog, geostrategiese spanning en nuwe wereldordes: Krygskundige navorsing in Suid-Afrika sedert 1994
Authors: Esterhuyse A
Published: December 2024

Die artikel plaas die aard van krygskundige navorsing in Suid-Afrika sedert demokratisering in 1994 onder die soeklig. Dit word gedoen binne die breë konteks van die idee van veiligheid; insluitende sowel die internasionale as die Suid-Afrikaanse veiligheidsproblematiek. Die argument, vanuit 'n internasionale veiligheidsperspektief is dat die 1990's tiperend was van die aard van veiligheidsdenke in ná-oorlogsperiodes. Net soos in die 1920's en die laat 1940's was dit 'n periode van idealistiese denke oor veiligheid. Teen die laat 1990's was daar egter 'n terugkeer na groter realpolitik en 'n meer tradisionele benadering met die klem op die rol van die staat en die veiligheidsinstellings in die nastreef van veiligheid. In Suid-Afrika het die verklaarde klem op 'n algemene mensveiligheid egter voortgeduur; ook wat die fokus en aard van navorsing betref. Dit lei tot vrae oor die mate waartoe akademiese navorsing oor veiligheid belyn is met die veiligheidswerklikhede in Suid-Afrika. Wat krygskundige navorsing betref, was die periode ná 1994 vir die Fakulteit Krygskunde van die Universiteit van Stellenbosch 'n periode van groei en ontwikkeling. Die navorsing ontvou veral in die krygskuns eerder as in die krygswetenskaplike omgewing met 'n fokus op krygsgeskiedenis, strategiese studies en internasionale politiek.
A review of the book: "Children in mind. Their mental health in today's world and what we can do to help" by Jenny Perkel
Authors: Chimara M
Published: December 2024

INTRODUCTION: The Occupational Therapy Association of South Africa commissioned a task team to gather evidence that would inform the upcoming National Health Insurance policies on the role and practice of occupational therapists. This rapid review aimed to identify level 1 and 2 peer-reviewed published evidence that describes occupational therapists' practice and intervention in adult palliative care.
METHOD: Systematic reviews and randomised control trials were searched for through the Stellenbosch University library. CINAHL (EBSCO), MEDLINE (EBSCO), the Cochrane Library (Wiley) and OTSeeker databases were used and hand searching of references in selected articles was done. Rayyan.ai was used forthe screening and selection of articles. The CASP appraisal tool was used for quality assessment of the selected articles. Data was captured in Excel and Word and analysed and synthesised in Excel and Taguette.
RESULTS: 15 articles were identified for data extraction in this rapid review. The CASP quality appraisal showed a good rating. Occupational therapists working in palliative care were reported to address: Functionality, activity participation and quality of life, symptom management related to disease and the treatment thereof, environmental modification and adaption, assistive devices and equipment, education and caregiver support and education, lifestyle adaptation, return to work or higher education/training.
CONCLUSION: South Africa has a unique palliative burden of care due to diseases that shorten life expectancy. Due to the unique and varied beliefs held by South Africans about illness and end of life, evidence from high income countries needs to be supplemented with local knowledge to frame the role and intervention of occupational therapists in palliative care. Evidence to support and define the role of occupational therapists claims this needs to be a matter of priority.
IMPLICATIONS FOR PRACTICE
• Contextually relevant palliative care intervention needs to be included in the undergraduate curriculum for occupational therapists and once they go to community service, they need to be supported in this.
• Development and upskilling of occupational therapy clinicians in contextually relevant palliative practice at all levels of care need to be an available and accessible continuous professional development (CPD) activity.
• Occupational therapy clinicians working on the frontlines of palliative care need to be encouraged and supported to collect and present evidence for their practices in formats and at forums where it can be used to shape policies that affect palliative adult care locally and globally.
Ex onomasticā origine: About the history and methodology of the Ural school of onomastics, etymology and ethnolinguistics
Authors:   Ural Federal University, Berezovich Elena L. , Osipova Ksenia V. ,   Ural Federal University
Published: December 2024

The article discusses the history and methodology of the Ural school of etymology, onomastics and ethnolinguistics, which has existed for more than 60 years at the Department of the Russian Language and General Linguistics of the Ural University (currently under the guidance of Corresponding Member of the Russian Academy of Sciences E.L. Berezovich and Prof. M.E. Ruth). The review summarizes the methodology of research conducted by the school at the beginning of the 21st century. The main vector of the development of the School, set by the founder of the school A.K. Matveev, is associated with the study of onomastics, the etymological reconstruction of vocabulary and the identification of the results of language contacts. Initially, toponymy was the area of interest, then collective nicknames, astronyms, chrononyms and ethnonyms, as well as various categories of appellative vocabulary, were included in the circle of facts studied. The school’s research is based mainly on its own lexical, onomastic and ethnographic materials collected in the process of field research on the territory of the Russian North. The materials of the card files of the Toponymic Expedition formed the basis of many lexicographic publications. The appearance of the first ethnolinguistic studies was due to the accumulation of experience in the semantic and etymological study of Russian dialect and Slavic vocabulary, as well as systemic ideographic analysis. The ethnolinguistic study of onomastics began with the works of M.E. Ruth on folk astronomy, E.L. Berezovich on North Russian toponymy and was continued in the dissertations of their followers. The paper presents (1) the basic principles of the ethnolinguistic study of onomastics and dialect vocabulary (linguocentricity, breadth of language material, consistency, dialectality, diachronism, a wide historical and cultural context); (2) key sources of ethno-cultural information (internal form of the word, structure of the meaning of the word, semantic-motivational connections of the word, configuration of the ideographic grid); (3) the predominant objects of analysis (semantic-derivational nest, semanticmotivational field); (4) the main methods (motivational, contrastive, areal-typological,
ideographic, field and contextual analysis method, etc.); (5) the principles of semanticmotivational reconstruction (maximum systematization of the material, the method of semantic-motivational modeling, distributive analysis, the search for typologically similar phenomena in other languages, the search for semantic parallels in the field of culture); (6) ways of presenting ethnocultural information (method of ethnolinguistic portraiture). A new research direction of the School was the study of the terminology of mining and jewelry, the folk nomenclature of stone, including sociolects – the jargon of miners, prospectors, mineralogists; the slang of illegal diggers; trade names.
Aaptamine, Isolated from the Bunaken National Park’s Sponge, Aaptos sp., Promotes Cell Cycle Arrest and Induces Necrotic Cell Death of Colorectal Cancers
Authors: Fajarwati Annisa Elcentia , Hardhiyuna Mutia , Ningsih Febby Nurdiya , Hermawan Adam , Putri Dyaningtyas Dewi Pamungkas , Fatimah Nurul , Bayu Asep , Setiawan Andi , Arbi Ucu Yanu , Murniasih Tutik , Rosyidah A’liyatur , Hadi Tri Aryono , Putra Masteria Yunovilsa , Ahmadi Peni
Published: December 2024

The sponge is one of the potential sources of bioactive compounds. Among them, the sponge Aaptos has been a promising source of leading drugs including aaptamine (1). This study investigated the aaptamine (1), spectroscopically determined, from Aaptos sp. collected from Bunaken National Park, Indonesia, as an anticancer agent, specifically targeting colorectal cancers (CRCs). Compound 1 showed potent cytotoxicity against DLD-1 and Caco-2 with IC50 values of 30.3 and 236.8 μg/mL, respectively. In addition, the exposure of compound 1 on those colorectal cancer cells could promote cell cycle arrest and induce necrotic cell death.
Inhibition Effect of Benzimidazole Derivatives on the Corrosion of Mild Steel in Acidic Medium: Experimental and Theoretical Studies
Authors: Benabid Sonia , Toukal Linda
Published: December 2024

The effect of heterocyclic compounds, derived from benzimidazole (BnZ), namely1-Benzyl-2-phenyl 1H-benzimidazole (BI) and 1-(4-Nitrobenzyl)-2-(4-nitrophenyl)-1H-benzimidazole (NNBI), on the carbon corrosion steel in 1M HCl medium was assessed by electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS) and potentiodynamic polarization (PDP). The effects of the concentration and the temperature were studied. The determined electrochemical parameters showed that the two inhibitors are of mixed type. The inhibition efficiency of NNBI was lesser than that of BI. The most electron-withdrawing substituent offers the lowest efficiency. The mechanism of action of these inhibitors has been defined by the thermodynamic study. Calculated ΔG° ads, Ea, ΔH° a, and ΔS° a values confirmed that BI and NNBI adsorb through a chemical and physical process. The adsorption process was found to be spontaneous and followed the Langmuir adsorption isotherm. The quantum chemical parameters calculated by density functional theory (DFT) and molecular dynamics simulation (MDS) corroborate both the experimental data and those of the literature.
Syntheses, Crystal Structures and Characterization of Two New Lanthanide Mercury Halide Compounds
Authors: Shao Xi-Yu , Liu Hao-Dong , Zeng Long-Hua , Xu Yu-Yue , Chen Wen-Tong , Liu Cheng , Dai Sheng-Ping , Pan Chang-Wang
Published: December 2024

Two new lanthanide mercury halide compounds with isonicotinic acid as a ligand, namely, [Gd(μ2-HIA)2(μ3-IA) (H2O)2(HgCl2)]n(nHgCl4)·3nH2O (1) (HIA = isonicotinic acid) and {[Nd(μ2-HIA)3(DMF)(H2O)]n}[(Hg4Br11)n] (2HgBr2)(nBr)·nH3O (2), were synthesized with solvothermal reactions and characterized by single-crystal X-ray diffraction. Compound 1 is characterized by a two-dimensional (2-D) layer-like structure, while compound 2 features a one-dimensional (1-D) chain-like structure. The lanthanide ions in both compounds are eight coordinated and show a square antiprism geometry. The mercury ions exhibit various coordination motifs. Compound 1 exhibits ultraviolet upconversion photoluminescence emission, whereas compound 2 displays red photoluminescence. The photoluminescence emissions arise from the characteristic 4f electron intrashell transitions of the 6P7/2 → 8S7/2 of the Gd3+ ions in compound 1 and the 4F9/2 → 4I9/2, 4F7/2 + 4S3/2→ 4I9/2, 4F5/2 + 2H9/2→ 4I9/2, 4F3/2 → 4I9/2 of the Nd3+ ions in compound 2. Compound 2 has CIE (Commission Internationale de l’Éclairage) chromaticity coordinates of (0.7142, 0.2857) and its CCT (correlated color temperature) is 138,224 K. Solid-state UV/Vis diffuse reflectance spectra revealed that the semiconductor band gaps of the compounds are 3.12 eV and 3.23 eV, respectively. Elemental analyses and FT-IR spectroscopy were carried out to confirm the purity of the compounds.
Comparison of Direct Transesterification and Conventional Multi-Step Methods for Fatty Acid Analysis in Marine Sediments v1
Authors: Pruski Audrey , Vetion Gilles
Published: December 2024

This protocol describes three methods for the quantitative determination of total fatty acid methyl esters (FAMEs) in marine sediments: One-Step Direct Transesterification Base-Catalyzed Saponification Acid-Catalyzed hydrolysis The one-step method combines extraction and transesterification into a single step, significantly reducing handling time and minimizing the risk of fatty acid degradation. Compared to the two conventional multi-step methods, the one-step protocol yields better recovery and improved repeatability, with no adverse effects on fatty acid profiles. The one-step procedure is an efficient, simple, rapid and economic alternative to multi-step methods for the routine analysis of total sedimentary fatty acids. Additionally, each protocol was tested with and without the use of BHT (butylated hydroxytoluene) as an antioxidant to assess its impact on lipid stability and recovery.
Sterile filtration of liquid solutions v1
Authors: Meister Christoph , Krueger Tanja , F Jimenez-Soto Luisa
Published: December 2024

Some liquids are not suitable for autoclaving but need to be sterile for use. Here we describe the process of filtering any solution to achieve sterility (at least removal of organisms bigger than 0.2 µm). In this protocol we show how we filter solutions in our lab that cannot be autoclaved, while we keep sterility, and reducing the amount of garbage.
IDT Primer and gBlock Hydration and Aliquots SOP v1
Authors: C. Condon Justine
Published: December 2024

This protocol describes the correct procedures on how to order primers, probes, and gBlocks; how to prepare them to a 100μM concentration; and how to aliquot them for future PCR applications.
Fatty Acid Induction to Hippocampal Neurons v1
Authors: Kumar Mukesh
Published: December 2024

This protocol provides a stepwise procedure for preparing homogeneous fatty acid–BSA complexes for lipid droplet induction in primary cultured hippocampal neurons. The protocol also describes the fatty acid induction to primary hippocampal neurons for electrical stimulation experiments.
Micro-liquid competent cells — a simple and practical protocol for the preparation of competent cells for DNA recombination v1
Authors: M. Murakami Agnieszka , Kouda Hiroshi , Murakami Manabu , Murakami Manabu
Published: December 2024

Cellular transformation with recombinant DNA is an important technique in molecular biology. Weestablished a simple and practical protocol for preparing high-quality competent Escherichia coli cells within a few hours. We named these cells micro-liquid competent (mLC) cells because they are prepared in microtubes and stored as a liquid at 4oC. Competent cells prepared with this protocol may be used for several weeks for plasmid DNA recombination.
Epifluorescence Time-Lapse Imaging of Hippocampal Neurons v1
Authors: Kumar Mukesh
Published: December 2024

This protocol outlines the detailed steps for epifluorescence time-lapse imaging of hippocampal neurons, enabling the study of neuronal responses to various pharmacological and metabolic conditions.
Meaning matters: a person-centered investigation of meaning in life, future time perspective, and well-being in young adults
Authors: Sica Luigia Simona , Parola Anna , De Rosa Barbara , Sommantico Massimiliano , Fenizia Elisabetta , Postiglione Jacopo , Regnoli Giorgio Maria , Parrello Santa
Published: December 2024

Within the framework of positive psychology, this study aims to investigate whether meaning in life, optimism and future orientation have acted together as a psychological resource in coping with a non-normative challenge such as the Covid-19 pandemic. 389 respondents participated in this study. Future time perspective, presence/search for meaning in life, life orientation and dimensions of well-being (anxiety, depression, stress and aggressive behavior) were assessed. A person-centered approach through latent profile analysis (stepwise approach) was employed. In addition, multinomial logistic regression was used to investigate whether gender, age group, student/employment status and loss episodes during the pandemic predicted profile membership. Latent profile analysis identified three profiles: Aggressive coping (Profile 1, 30%, n = 117), Perspective coping (Profile 2, 29%, n = 114), and Flattened coping (Profile 3, 41%, n = 158). The results support the hypothesis that the presence of meaning in life, a positive life orientation and a positive view of the future act as coping strategies against stressful situations. Practical implications for supporting these resources in young people are discussed.
Perspectives and challenges of the potential of ChatGPT in Education
Authors:   Universidade Tuiuti do Paraná, Manfron Matias Luiz Augusto , Aya Kanso Mona ,   Instituto Federal do Paraná, Cassitas Hino Marcia ,   Universidade Tuiuti do Paraná, Marques Filho Sergio Luiz ,   Universidade Tuiuti do Paraná, Tomasi Junior Darci Luiz ,   Universidade Tuiuti do Paraná
Published: December 2024

Artificial Intelligence is widely used in several sectors, including education. However, the use of ChatGPT in education generates discussions about its impact on the acquisition of skills and the future of society. This study aims to analyze society's perception regarding the use of ChatGPT in education. Through a survey, the study investigates beliefs, motivators and practical application, with the data being analyzed in a quantitative and qualitative way. Results show that ChatGPT has potential, however, most participants believe that people are not prepared to use it and that its use requires broad reflection on the teaching structure. It is necessary to avoid dependence on ChatGPT, ensuring its use as a complementary tool. Responsible and ethical use involves considering its limitations, ensuring the quality of teaching, and being aware of privacy issues and information handling.
Spatial and temporal aspects of demographic and migration processes in the regions of Ukraine
Authors:   Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, Kyiv, Ukraine, Provotar N. , Storozhyk D. ,   Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, Kyiv, Ukraine
Published: December 2024

The article is dedicated to examining the spatial aspects of demographic and migration processes across the regions of Ukraine. The study covers the period from 1991 to 2021. Ukraine is experiencing a demographic crisis, characterized by natural population decline, reduced birth rates, increased mortality among working-age men, deterioration in the gender and age structure of the population, and population aging. The analysis of the dynamics of natural population movement indicators and migration balance highlights specific features of demographic and migration processes in various regions of Ukraine. The study also includes analysis for both urban and rural areas. Regions were grouped based on the characteristics of their demographic and migration processes, with groups identified for different years within the study period, followed by a comparative analysis. The components of the demographic and migration crises in the regions are outlined. It was found that during Ukraine's demographic crisis, demographic and migration processes acquired new characteristics, significantly impacting population distribution and the socio-economic development of the regions, posing challenges for future development. Consequently, the importance of the country’s demographic and migration policies has grown even more crucial.
Impact of Institutional Distance and Cultural Distance on China’s OFDI in BRI Countries
Authors: Hosen Md Saikat , Rahman Md. Habibur
Published: December 2024

This research delves into the complex dynamics influencing China's Outward Foreign Direct Investment (OFDI) within the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) framework, focusing on the role of institutional and cultural factors. The BRI, a massive global infrastructure and economic development project initiated by China, has attracted significant scholarly and policy attention due to its potential implications for international financial governance and development. The research aims to contribute to the academic understanding of China's investment behavior within the BRI by analyzing the impact of institutional and cultural distance on OFDI patterns. By utilizing panel data from nearly 50 BRI nations and employing analytical techniques, the research sheds light on how these factors shape China's investment decisions from 2011 to 2020. The research suggests that institutional distance promotes China's OFDI to BRI nations, whereas cultural distance is a deterrent. Differences in formal rules and regulations between China and BRI countries tend to encourage investment, while differences in cultural norms and practices hinder it. Moreover, the research highlights that cultural differences have a more substantial negative impact on investment than institutional disparities. Regarding policy implications, the research suggests that efforts to reduce cultural barriers and enhance cross-cultural understanding could facilitate more excellent Investment from China within the BRI countries.
Usewear Analysis of the Boat-shaped Stone Knives in the Yeongmun-ri Site
Authors:   Korean Ancient Historical Society, Son Joon-ho
Published: December 2024

This article analyses nine boat-shaped stone knives excavated from the Yongin Yeongmun- ri site through normal and microscopic observation to reconstruct their use. The results confirmed the previously assumed use; it is assumed to be used mainly by right-handed people, and the specific method of use is to attach a string to the middle finger of the right hand, then press the rice straw against the stone with the thumb, press down with the index finger, and twist the wrist to pick the ears. To add, the proportion of right-handed and left-handed, the loss of lustre in the process of reworking, the formation of string marks around the holes due to use and the deformation of the blades, the selection of stones with regard to the efficiency of their use and workmanship, the application of different perforation methods, the manner and frequency of similar use of items in the same place, and the attachment of soot associated with the disposal of fired dwellings.
Análisis de conflictos del uso del suelo de la vereda Lomalta del municipio de Vélez - Santander
Authors: Arango Córdob Ángel David , Duarte Mateus Samuel Alberto , Gaona Gama Luis Gustavo , Morales Silva Diana Marcela
Published: December 2024

This research study focuses on the province of Vélez, located in Santander, Colombia, where various aspects of the region were examined, including governance, education, municipal development, public works and aqueduct services, highlighting the integration of ecosystem services in land use planning, a key factor for the sustainable development of the region. On the other hand, land use conflicts in the Lomalta hamlet are examined, using data from the IGAC and the ARCGIS tool to perform a geospatial analysis, where it was found that although the IGAC records do not show land use conflicts, in order to obtain a more precise vision, a field visit was made to the Lomalta village, where roads in good condition, diverse crops, livestock, communal equipment and ecosystem services were observed. Finally, two land use conflicts were identified and adjustments for more effective agricultural planning were suggested in order to provide a detailed vision of the situation in Vélez, highlighting the importance of territorial planning for sustainable development.
Squamous Cell Carcinoma of duodenum, a rare presentation
Authors: M Srividya  , Shah Milap , Ketla Sai Sindhu , Sarika
Published: December 2024

Duodenal malignancies are not frequently encountered. Mostly they are either neuroendocrine tumors or adenocarcinoma, rarely adenosquamous. Periampullary adenocarcinomas are also commonly encountered which can be of either biliary or intestinal morphology. Either primary or metastatic scc to gastrointestinal tract are very rare. Metastasis can be from lung scc. So, here we want to present a rare pure squamous cell carcinoma of duodenum in a 65 yr old male patient without any primary site of malignancy or previous history of malignancy in relation with squamous cell carcinoma.
Primary peritoneal serous carcinoma – A rare case report
Authors: Reddy Pradnya Neelakanta , J S D'Souza Eugene , Anand Avinash
Published: December 2024

Primary Peritoneal Serous Carcinoma (PPSC) was first described by Swerdlow in 1959. As the epithelial layer of the ovary and peritoneum derives from common embryonic origin, coelomic epithelium, PPSC is often misdiagnosed as serous carcinoma of ovary. Estimated incidence of PPSC in the United States is 6.78 cases/ 1,000,000 individuals. A 67 years female presented with ascitis. Ultrasonography revealed normal uterus with bilateral adnexae. No pathology was mentioned elsewhere. Ascitic fluid revealed features positive for malignancy. On gross examination, omentum was nodular and firm with no gross pathology in bilateral adnexae. Microscopically, omentum revealed features suggestive of High grade serous carcinoma with tumour deposits in cortical stroma of bilateral adnexae (tumour nests <5 mm2). Hence a diagnosis of High grade serous carcinoma, primary peritoneal was made. Clinico-radiological and histopathological correlation is essential in the diagnosis of PPSC. Diagnosis of PPSC is based on Gynecology Oncology Group criteria (1993). Recognition of this entity becomes important as PPSC is aggressive in nature, debulking surgery and chemotherapy is the only available treatment option.
Deciphering a diagnosis of crystallizing galactocele on FNAC
Authors: Kishore Manjari
Published: December 2024

Crystallizing galactocele is a rare, benign cystic lesions of breast, usually noted in pregnant and lactating females. However, due to formation of crystals and being hard in long-standing cases, they may mimic malignancy sometimes. Correct and early diagnosis is mandatory for proper management of such cases.

We present such case in a 25-year-old female who presented with swelling in right breast during pregnancy and lactation. Clinically the lesion was firm, round and mobile. Sonography gave a diagnosis of fibroadenoma [BIRADS-III] and cytological evaluation was advised.

Fine needle aspiration yielded milky white aspirate and on subsequent evaluation of stained smears, a diagnosis of Crystallizing Galactocele was made. The case report reiterates the importance of a simple and economical investigative modality, i.e., Fine needle aspiration cytology (FNAC) in making a diagnosis of such uncommon entity.
A review on scaffolds: A medical marvel
Authors: Dubey Shivam
Published: December 2024

The increasing need for organ replacements in an aging society and the loss of tissues and organs due to diseases, accidents, and congenital anomalies are driving the development of new techniques such as three-dimensional bioprinting, precision extrusion deposition, bio-fabrication, elective laser sintering, nanocoating, supramolecular materials, stereolithography, induced pluripotent stem cells, and organoids, fused deposition modelling, electrospinning, and three-dimensional printing for tissue engineering and regenerative medicine. The creation of a wide range of materials, including natural and synthetic polymeric scaffolding materials for therapeutic applications for the repair and regeneration of various deficits and deformities, has been made easier by recent advancements in production techniques and biological materials.
Role of aloe vera in skincare: exploring its therapeutic benefits, formulations, and future innovations
Authors: Nagrik Shatrughna U. , Shivshankar M.  , Chharre Vishal S. , Dhage Shubhangi M. , Borey Vrushali S.
Published: December 2024

One of the most ancient species of the Asphodelaceae family, Aloe barbadensis, known for its medicinal, cosmetic, and therapeutic properties, has been used for thousands of years. The Egyptians called it the "plant of immortality," and the use of this plant in skin care dates back thousands of years to ancient Greece and China, where it had a high esteem for its healing and soothing properties. In the modern world, Aloe vera has become an indispensable ingredient in topical dermatological preparations because of its great variety of bioactive compounds, including vitamins, enzymes, polysaccharides, and amino acids, which help confer to it hydrating, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties. This study focuses on investigating the role played by Aloe vera in skincare by considering its biochemical composition, action mechanisms, clinical uses, and safety evaluations. The bioactive compounds of Aloe vera, including polysaccharides and vitamins, synergistically hydrate, reduce inflammation, and facilitate wound healing. These characteristics contribute to the importance of the application of its use in products against many conditions: acne, eczema, psoriasis, and aging skin. Carrying out a critical evaluation of its therapeutic activity, this work deals with the multi-purpose uses of Aloe vera in commercial cosmetics such as sunscreens, after-sun care products, and sensitive skin preparations. This study juxtaposes unadulterated Aloe vera extracts with commercially formulated products, emphasizing their respective efficacies and constraints. Furthermore, the investigation assesses clinical research that substantiates the therapeutic benefits of Aloe vera in managing burn injuries, hydrating the skin, and soothing irritation. The research also tackles the obstacles encountered in the formulation of Aloe vera-infused products, including concerns regarding stability and interactions with other cosmetic components. The project emphasizes the need for quality control and standardization as well as regulatory consideration that ensures safety and efficacy in long-term usage of Aloe vera. Additionally, the prevailing consumer trends that prioritize natural, vegan, and cruelty-free products are examined, highlighting the increasing prominence of Aloe vera within the skincare sector. The project culminates in a discussion of prospective developments, accentuating advancements such as nanotechnology, genetic engineering, and sustainable farming practices that may significantly augment Aloe vera's application in dermatology, especially in relation to anti-aging and skin barrier repair therapies.
A Late Holocene Lecythidaceae wood record from Valle del Cauca, Colombia
Authors: Pérez Lara Diana Karen , Martínez Camila , Pizano Camila , Jaramillo Carlos , Vásquez Víctor
Published: December 2024

A well-preserved fossil tree trunk was discovered in Valle del Cauca, Colombia. The radiocarbon date indicated that the tree lived during the Late Holocene, Meghalayan (4255 - 4083 cal BP). This finding is significant because the tree retains much of its original tissue. Based on wood anatomical comparisons, we suggest that this non-mineralized wood belongs to the family Lecythidaceae, a pantropical group of trees. This family includes around 12 recognized fossil genera based on fossil wood. The fossil probably belongs to the Bertholletia clade, which includes slow-growing, shadetolerant species often found in tropical dry forests. This suggests that dry forests dominated the Valle del Cauca region before agricultural lands largely replaced them over the past decades.
Nationalizing Shakespeare in Québec: Theorizing Post-/Neo-/Colonial Adaptation
Authors: Drouin Jennifer
Published: December 2024

Québec's political situation and multiple identities as a colonial, postcolonial, and neo-colonial nation make its adaptations of Shakespeare unique. By appropriating the canonical authority of Shakespeare's texts, Québecois adapters legitimize their local struggle for national liberation; however, this appropriation requires that they negotiate a fine line between the enrichment of Québecois culture and its possible contamination, assimilation, or effacement by Shakespeare's influence. This article proposes three reasons why Québecois playwrights choose to adapt Shakespeare more often than Molière: the indeterminacy of Shakespeare's texts; his "big time" status; and Québec's cultural distance from the British canon. These factors result in Québeccois playwrights' irreverent, and hence liberating, approach to "le grand Will." Québec's overlapping post-/neo-/colonial identities make its relationship to Shakespeare distinct from that of English Canada. While Mark Fortier claims that Canadians are "undead" due to their ambivalence as settler-colonizers "from elsewhere," I argue that in Québecc the national question eclipses forms of alterity in these adaptations of Shakespeare. Québecois adaptations tend to be oriented towards the creation of one multiethnic, national identity to which "others" must assimilate as the nation strives collectively for political sovereignty and legitimacy.
Wild Adaptation
Authors: Fortier Mark
Published: December 2024

One of the most vexed questions in the understanding of adaptation, and especially, for particular reasons, of adaptation of Shakespeare, is the question of definition. What is, or is not, an adaptation? (What is, or is not, Shakespeare?) While acknowledging the heuristic usefulness of attempts to define adaptation more or less narrowly (it is always interesting to see the specific ways things group together), these theses argue that there is an abiding need, an overriding need, to treat adaptation as a truly expansive and open field of study and activity, no matter how much this might militate against the disciplining of adaptation. Sophisticated analysis of adaptation must entail both systems of categorization and an openness to that which does not fit in these systems. Ultimately, however, the classifiable is no more than a provisional subset in the general and open field of adaptation. This essay explores what Fortier theorizes as "wild adaptation," a form of engagement with prior texts that cannot be policed and refuses containment by reductive definitional paradigms.
Paths of virtue in Vade-mecum. Cyprian Norwid’s poetic aretology
Authors: Ziołowicz Agnieszka
Published: December 2024

The article discusses the concept and imagery of virtue in Norwid’s cycle of poems Vade-mecum, focusing on lyrical pieces that refer directly to this subject (Larva [Larva], Fatum [Fate], Ironia [Irony], Zawody [Disappointments], Centaury [Centaurs], Królestwo [Kingdom], Cnót-oblicze [Face-of-Virtues], Bohater [Hero], Ideał i reformy [Ideal and Reforms], Fortepian Szopena [Chopin’s Grand Piano]). They are nevertheless considered in the light of Norwid’s entire body of work and against the backdrop of ancient – Greek and Roman – as well as Christian aretology. Norwid’s poetic study of virtue remains closely connected with these traditions, but is also inspired by literature (especially Homer, Prudentius and Dante) and art (the iconography of virtue). As the conducted analyses demonstrate, an aretology that involves reflection on virtues such as valour, temperance, justice and kalokagathia constitutes an important factor that binds together Vade-mecum at the levels of the development of the lyrical subject, the epic dimension of the cycle, as well as the anthropological and ethical issues it raises. These facilitate better understanding of Norwid’s concept of the poet-moralist and his diagnosis regarding the crisis of humanity in the 19thcentury.
A Survey of Public Library-Led Digital Literacy Training in Canada: Perceptions of Administrators and Instructors
Authors: Detlor Brian , Serenko Alexander , La Rose Tara , Julien Heidi
Published: December 2024

Objective – This paper presents the results from a survey of administrators and instructors at public libraries across Canada investigating the delivery of digital literacy training led by public libraries. The goal of the survey was to capture a snapshot of the Canadian public library-led digital literacy training landscape and to explore differences in perceptions of training activities between public library administrators and instructors.
Methods – An online survey was distributed to administrators and instructors at public libraries across Canada with the help of two national public library associations. The survey instrument was developed based on a theoretical framework from the research team’s prior case study investigations of community-led digital literacy training. The survey included closed- and open-ended questions concerning the availability of adequate/sustained funding, the adequacy of dedicated classroom resources, the competency of teaching staff, the helpfulness of support staff, the amount and frequency of knowledge sharing of best practices, the amount of rigorous and regular performance measurement, the scheduling of the training provided, the skills taught, the pedagogical approaches used, and the marketing carried out. Responses were analyzed using both quantitative and qualitative data analysis techniques.
Results – Public library administrators and instructors in Canada are generally satisfied with the delivery of digital literacy training; however, room for improvement exists. Instructors are more positive about the delivery of this training than administrators. Findings support and extend the research team’s conceptual model, specifically in terms of providing more insight and clarity on how the learning environment and program components affect the delivery of digital literacy training led by public libraries. Results highlight how training is situated in context and how libraries need to fine-tune the delivery of this training in ways that are reflective of libraries’ learning environments and program components.
Conclusion – Results are of high interest to researchers and library practitioners who wish to leverage evidence-based library and information practice to understand and address the factors affecting the successful delivery of public library-led digital literacy training. Though funding is always an obstacle for any public service organization, libraries can make improvements to the delivery of their training in other ways, such as carrying out more robust performance measurement and using results more transparently, participating in more knowledge-sharing opportunities, and better understanding learner needs and preferences.
Impact of Water-Cement Ratio and Desert Sand Powder on the Mechanical Properties of Eco-Self-Compacting Concrete
Authors: Zaouai Said , Benmerioul Farid , Makkani Abdelkadir , Tafraoui Ahmed , Rabehi Rachid
Published: December 2024

This study investigates the effects of varying water-cement (w/c) ratios (0.40-0.55) and the incorporation of 10% powdered dune sand from Taghit, Algeria, on eco-self-compacting concrete (E-SCC) properties. The research explores the potential of utilizing abundant desert sand resources as a partial cement replacement while maintaining concrete performance. Through experimental analysis and response surface methodology (RSM), the study demonstrates that lower w/c ratios significantly enhance compressive strength, with optimal performance achieved at a 0.40 w/c ratio reaching 55 MPa. The findings reveal that decreasing the w/c ratio reduces porosity and improves the concrete's overall structural integrity. Capillary absorption tests indicate that while E-SCC with a 0.40 w/c ratio shows slightly higher initial absorption rates over the first two hours, it demonstrates better long-term performance over 24 hours compared to higher w/c ratios. The results confirm that incorporating 10% powdered dune sand while maintaining a low w/c ratio can produce high-performance eco-self-compacting concrete that meets industry standards for workability and strength, offering a sustainable alternative for construction applications.
Legal Risks of the Lack of Permission of the Government Commission and Non-Compliance with the Terms and Conditions Stipulated by It for Transactions with Shares and Participatory Interests in the Authorized Capital of a Business Entity
Authors:   Leading Lawyer at Sovcombank, PJSC, Postgraduate Student of the Department of Entrepreneurial Law of the Law Faculty of the Lomonosov Moscow State University, Andreeva Anna M.
Published: December 2024

The absence of permission from the Government Commission for Control of Foreign Investments in the
Russian Federation to carry out (execute) transactions (operations) with shares in the authorized capital of
business companies and failure to comply with the conditions contained in such permission may entail a number
of legal risks for the parties to such transactions (operations). Likewise, failure by the parties to comply with the
terms contained therein can potentially lead to negative consequences. Based on existing and emerging judicial
practice, the author draws a conclusion about the possible nullity of the transaction in case of non-compliance
with the conditions of the permission of the Government Commission on the basis of clause 2 of Article 168 of
the Civil Code of the Russian Federation and applied by analogy to clause 56 of the Resolution of the Plenum of
the Supreme Court of the Russian Federation dated June 23, 2015 No. 25 ʻOn the application by courts of certain
provisions of Section I of Part One of the Civil Code of the Russian Federationʼ.
On Popularization of Cultural Heritage Objects
Authors:   Lecturer of the Department of Civil Law of the Far Eastern Branch of the Russian State University of Justice, Kudryashova Valeria V.
Published: December 2024

Popularization is named among the relations that the Law on Cultural Heritage Objects is aimed at regulating.
However, the term ʻpopularizationʼ in the studied law is defined only ʻcasuallyʼ, the definition of the term is not
given, there is also no list of activities that can be carried out within the framework of popularization. The author
analyzes the legislation of the subjects of the Russian Federation in order to identify the norms defining the concept
of popularization, as well as the activities carried out within its framework. Based on the analysis, the author
formulated doctrinal conclusions and practical proposals for amending legislation.