bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Pour une réelle compétence générique et textuelle en production écrite chez les élèves du secondaire en Algérie. Quels rapports à l’écriture ?
Authors: Lafrid Sahraoui
Published: May 2024

Si, linguistiquement parlant, l’écrit constitue une des deux faces sous forme desquelles le discours peut être émis ; sa place et son évaluation en didactique des langues font couler l’ancre des plumes des chercheurs dans le domaine. Ecrire ou « produire, mettre en situation, faire advenir dans le sens de l’énaction » nécessite la mobilisation d’une compétence générique et textuelle aboutissant ainsi à la rédaction de différents types de texte selon diverses situations de communication. En classe de langue, nos élèves éprouvent souvent des difficultés liées à la pratique de l’écrit causant parfois même des inhibitions et des stratégies d’évitement. Nous avons mené une recherche partie de plusieurs hypothèses corroborées par des enquêtes sur le terrain auprès d’un échantillon d’élèves de trois lycées de Médéa. Nos élèves, notamment aux trois lycées écrivent peu. S’ils écrivent, ils le font par des textes courts. L’approche par type de textes (l’argumentatif, le narratif, le descriptif,...) domine et le processus de l’avant texte est souvent sous-estimé. Le genre qu’il soit littéraire ou non littéraire est rarement pris en compte dans la production écrite. Notre travail plaide pour une reconsidération du genre comme entrée pour l’amélioration de l’écriture. Il défend l’écriture processus plutôt que l’écriture transmission. L’avant-texte qu’il soit collaboratif ou individuel doit être pris en compte.
An Efficient Fault-Tolerant Vehicular Data Forwarding Scheme for Timely and Reliable Data Transmission
Authors: Amit Kumar Bhore
Published: May 2024

With the increasing demands of various applications on vehicles, such as road condition sensing, traffic management, location-based services, and others both academic researchers and automotive industries pay much attention to Vehicular Networks. Due to the rapid change of network topology and intermittent connection, it is a big challenge to satisfy the service requests from a large number of vehicular users. Further, network faults disrupt communication among vehicles, which affects the reliability and timely data delivery in vehicular networks. In this paper, for timely and reliable data transmission, an efficient data forwarding scheme for vehicular networks is proposed. Also, the paper addresses three types of network faults along with the data forwarding issue by selecting an optimal route with a higher probability of connectivity and lower experienced delay. The proposed scheme detects the faults dynamically and takes necessary actions to recover from the fault. Extensive simulation has been performed to evaluate the proposed scheme. Compared to the existing AODV- D approach and SRCP scheme, the proposed scheme attains better performance in terms of packet delivery ratio, end-to-end delay, and control overhead.
Research on the Path of Drama Communication in the New Media Era
Authors: Lan Guo
Published: May 2024

With the rapid development of new media technology,  theatre communication has gradually shifted from traditional physical performance to the direction of digitalization, virtualization and networking,  which also provides more space for innovation of theatre expression and content. Based on this,  this paper explores the role of theatre communication in the new media era, the integration of new media and theatre,  the current situation and causes of theatre communication in the new media era,  and proposes an investigation into the path of theatre communication in the new media era, including the integration of resources,  three-dimensional and all-round communication, platform construction, emphasis on the creation of high-quality works,  rapid communication and creative innovation. This paper aims to provide some ideas and references for promoting the digitalisation, virtualisation and networking of theatre communication.
Experimental Design for the Acute Toxicology Assessment of Nanoscale Ultrafine Materials Based on Virtual Simulation Experiments and A Diverse Interactive Blended Teaching Approach
Authors: Jun Shi
Published: May 2024

The escalating production of nanoscale ultrafine materials has led to a greater release of nanoparticles into aquatic environments, raising concerns about their environmental impact and potential health risks. As a cross-disciplinary field, environmental functional material toxicology seeks to blend professional courses and foster innovative talents in environmental health. This study introduces a novel experimental teaching program in nanoscale ultrafine material toxicology, centered on microalgae cultivation. A comprehensive experiment assessing the biological toxicity of ultrafine materials was developed, focusing on their impact on microalgae growth inhibition. By incorporating varied teaching methods like “online virtual simulation experiments with traditional offline teaching, offline experiments, and post-learning reinforcement”, this study advocates for a diverse interactive teaching approach for environmental toxicology experiments. This student-centric teaching model prioritizes interaction through virtual simulations, sustains course relevance, enhances classroom instruction, nurtures student individuality, underscores disciplinary advancements, and cultivates students’ abilities to pose, analyze, and resolve issues within a broad academic framework, thereby fostering innovative thinking capabilities.
Social Sustainability Risk Assessment of Fresh Produce Supply Chain in China under Computer Technology and Digital Transformation
Authors: Xianglan Jiang
Published: May 2024

This paper investigates the social sustainability risks in China’s fresh produce supply chain amid ongoing digital transformation. As computer technologies reshape supply chain operations, understanding and mitigating associated social risks become paramount. This research aims to provide a comprehensive assessment of these risks, examining factors such as data and cyber security, inequality, and ethical sourcing concerns. Ten social risk criteria are identified through literature review and expert opinion. In a Sichuan case study, by integrating hybrid methodology Fuzzy Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) and Fuzzy VIKOR (VlseKriterijumska Optimizacija I Kompromisno Resenje), Data Privacy and Security Risks (SR1) stands out as the most critical risk criterion in the supply chain with the highest Q value, followed by Ethical Use of Technology (SR4) and Digital Dependency (SR5). This paper offers insights into how stakeholders can navigate the intersection of digitalization and social sustainability to foster more resilient and equitable fresh produce supply chains.
Secure Distance Matrix Domination Graphs
Authors: M. G. Neethialagan
Published: May 2024

Let D_SDM (G)=(V (D_SDM) ,E 〖(D〗_SDM)) become an undirected, fundamental graph. Predominance in graphical representations is a specific area of theory pertaining to graphs the fact that has been thoroughly explored. A subset D_SDM (S) in the event every vertex within D_SDM (S) has become either contained within D_SDM (S) or closest to a separate the vertices in D_SDM (S), subsequently the overall quantity of points that compose the graph's structure has been identified as the dominant set. This article determines novel domination outcomes in graphs known as secure distance matrix domination. A dominating set of D_SDM (S) regarding D_SDM (G ) can be considered to have the attributes of a stable, dominant group of D_SDM (G ) once it has just one available. vertex D_SDM (u) ∈(D_SDM ( V) \ D_SDM ( S)) with respect to D_SDM (uv) ∈(D_SDM ( E)as well as ( D_SDM (S)) \( D_SDM {v} ∪ D_SDM {u})  has become a dominant set have been D_SDM that includes each points D_SDM (v) ∈D_SDM ( S). The issue is minimally secure determining a set that dominates of D_SDM (G)  using a minimum secure cardinality is the definition of dominance.  A few secure distance matrix dominant set theorems are outlined.
Transcending Linguistic Boundaries: A Technical Exploration of The Evolution and Future Trajectory of Corpus-Based Machine Translation
Authors: Vijay Singh Sen
Published: May 2024

This review paper presents a comprehensive examination of the evolution, current state, and future perspectives of machine translation (MT). The field of MT, encompassing the automatic translation of text from one language to another, has undergone significant transformations from rule-based methods to statistical models, and more recently, to neural network-based approaches. By synthesizing current research and technological progress, this paper aims to provide a detailed understanding of the dynamic landscape of machine translation and its future directions. In today's globalized world, language barriers remain a significant obstacle to accessing information. Relying solely on human translators often fails to meet the growing demand for translation services, which is why Machine Translation (MT) tools are becoming increasingly popular. These tools have the potential to address this issue effectively. As a result, research in MT is expanding rapidly, and new paradigms are continually being developed. This paper presents a systematic literature review to identify the most widely used MT systems, their architectures, the quality assessment methods used to evaluate them, and which systems deliver the best results.
Optimizing Photometric Light Curve Analysis: Evaluating Scipy's Minimize Function for Eclipse Mapping of Cataclysmic Variables
Authors: Anoop Kumar
Published: May 2024

With a particular focus on Scipy's minimize function—the eclipse mapping method is thoroughly researched and implemented utilizing Python and essential libraries. Many optimization techniques are used, including Sequential Least Squares Programming (SLSQP), Nelder-Mead, and Conjugate Gradient (CG). However, for the purpose of examining photometric light curves—these methods seek to solve the maximum entropy equation under a chi-squared constraint. Therefore, these techniques are first evaluated on two-dimensional Gaussian data without a chi-squared restriction, and then they are used to map the accretion disc and uncover the Gaussian structure of the Cataclysmic Variable KIC 201325107. Critical analysis is performed on the code structure to find possible faults and design problems. Additionally, the analysis shows how several factors impacting computing time and image quality are included—including the variance in Gaussian weighting, disc image resolution, number of data points in the light curve, and degree of constraint.
Transformer-Based Language Deep Learning Detection of Fake Reviews on Online Products
Authors: Maysara Mazin Badr Alsaad
Published: May 2024

In e-commerce, spotting fake reviews is vital for ensuring trust among consumers. However, identifying them poses a challenge because fake reviews are often crafted to seem genuine, and the sheer volume makes thorough checks difficult. Prior methods involve basic strategies like grammar checks or pattern analysis, but they fell short due to fake reviews generation methods are becoming increasingly sophisticated. Even machine learning, while helpful, struggle to pinpoint subtle fake reviews accurately. This has led to a shift toward deep learning algorithms, which show promise in handling the complexities that traditional methods cannot manage accurately. Specifically, transformer models like BERT, RoBERTa, and XLNet have emerged as potential solutions. This study evaluates the effectiveness of these models in distinguishing between human-generated and computer-generated reviews. RoBERTa displays high accuracy but requires longer learning periods, while BERT and XLNet offer decent accuracy with varying error rates. The investigation delves into these deep learning models to ascertain their capability to spot fake reviews across different scenarios within online platforms. RoBERTa achieves the highest accuracy among the models, reaching 97.1%. It also demonstrates a lower Type I error rate at 2.2%, although its Type II error remains at a moderate level.
Mapping the Digital Frontier: Bibliometric and Machine Learning Insights Into Public Administration Transformation
Authors: Damar Muhammet , Köse Hacı Ömer , Cagle Melissa Nihal , Özen Ahmet
Published: May 2024

Digital transformation significantly influences public administration by integrating advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence, blockchain, and big data analytics across various governmental functions. In this study, the use of LDA alongside advanced bibliometric techniques such as citation analysis and co-citation networks to explore the evolution and current status of digital transformation in public administration provides a structured examination of large data sets obtained from the Web of Science, providing a thematic and intellectual insight into the field. Analyzing 628 articles, our research highlights how traditionally engineering-associated technologies are increasingly applied within the social sciences, transforming public management processes and policies. Our findings reveal that digital transformation in public administration is predominantly driven by external pressures rather than internal organizational initiatives. The importance of this study lies in its ability to map and visualize the transformative impact of digital technologies on governance structures, policy-making processes, and public engagement. Revealing that the databased, more transparent and participatory nature of public administration has increased, the study not only maps the thematic evolution of public administration but also discusses the consequences of these transformations for policy makers and public administrators. Integrating digital tools has enhanced service delivery and operational efficiency but also presents challenges, such as the need for comprehensive cybersecurity strategies and continuous adaptation to technological advancements.
Grain agriculture and the end of the fossil fuel era
Authors: Crews Timothy
Published: May 2024

First paragraphs: A great deal of attention is currently focused on how agriculture in highly industrialized coun­tries contributes to greenhouse gas (GHG) emis­sions, and how certain farming innovations might curb the emissions of nitrous oxide and methane and draw down carbon dioxide from the atmos­phere. What is not being discussed is how agricul­ture in general, and grain agriculture in particular, will need to change as society phases out its dependency on fossil fuels in order to achieve carbon (C) neutrality. Over the last century in the U.S., the number of farmers on the land declined by about 66%, in close proportion to the increase in average farm size (U.S. Department of Agriculture Economic Research Service [USDA ERS], n.d.). Integral to these trends has been the simplification of farming systems in which practices like fertility-generating rotations have been replaced with lower-diversity monocultures maintained by applications of fossil fuel–based fertilizers and pesticides (Crews & Peoples, 2004). Between fossil fuel–powered mechanization and fossil fuel–based input intensi­fication, the energy used by farmers to grow maize in the state of Nebraska is 99.7% from fossil fuels and 0.3% human labor (Grassini & Cassman, 2012; Pimentel & Pimentel, 2008). Even organic farming systems often require prodigious fossil fuel inputs with intensive tractor tillage, manure hauling, and mechanical harvesting (Smith et al., 2015). In con­trast to our modern grain-producing agroeecosys­tems, ancestral agroecosystems and natural ecosys­tems of all types—forests, grasslands, deserts, tundra—have remained productive for millennia with no fossil fuel inputs. In this commentary I explore the dependency of grain agriculture on fossil fuel use in the U.S. set in a global context, and approaches for reducing this dependency, including a shift to perennial polycultures that rely on ecological intensification in place of energy-intensive inputs. . . .
妊娠糖尿病營養建議
Authors: 羅培倫 羅培倫 , 施宜君 施宜君 , 李純瑜 李純瑜 , 李純瑩 李純瑩 , Chun-Ying Lee 沈靜茹 , 黃孟娟 黃孟娟
Published: May 2024

妊娠糖尿病(gestational diabetes mellitus, GDM)是妊娠期間最常見的併發症，曾診斷GDM的女性會提高往後發展為第2型糖尿病(type 2 diabetes, T2DM)的風險，且易導致新生兒高出生體重使生產時難產風險增加與新生兒低血糖等情形發生。飲食控制及孕期適當體重增加為GDM之控制重點，2022年美國糖尿病學會(American Diabetes Association)指南建議GDM的婦女應接受個別化的專業營養醫療建議，以達到孕期良好的血糖與體重控制。

遵循美國醫學研究院(Institute of Medicine, IOM)指引建議孕前體重過輕、正常、超重和肥胖女性總體重增加應分別為12.5-18 kg、11.5-16 kg、7-11.5 kg和5-9 kg。飲食中醣類是對餐後血糖影響最大的因素，醣類食物攝取應質重於量，建議選擇富含膳食纖維食物，且醣類攝取應平均分配於全天餐次含點心中，避免過量導致餐後高血糖，須注意每日醣類攝取量不少於175g/天，孕前體位肥胖婦女亦遵守此原則。蛋白質可幫助胎兒肌肉組織與各器官發育，依據國人膳食營養素參考攝取量(Dietary Reference Intakes, DRIs)第8版建議孕婦孕期每日需額外增加10g蛋白質，鼓勵以黃豆製品、魚、蛋、瘦肉類等優質蛋白質為攝取來源。脂肪以植物性烹調用油為主，針對罹患心血管疾病或高三酸甘油酯的高危險群婦女，鼓勵每週至少攝取2-3次海魚，以增加n-3多元不飽和脂肪酸攝取。維生素礦物質需求可參考一般懷孕女性攝取標準，依據台灣第8版DRIs建議孕期間葉酸、碘、鐵質、鈣的需求增加，除食物獲取外亦可由營養補充劑補充達到建議量。本文整理妊娠糖尿病飲食指引也針對食物搭配與備餐技巧給予建議，希望能有助於醫護人員在臨床GDM照護工作促進對營養衛教原則的認識。

 

Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is a major complication during pregnancy. Pregnant mothers with GDM tend to have increased risks of developing Type 2 diabetes; their newborns would also have a greater probability of high birth weight and dystocia. The 2022 American Diabetes Association guidelines suggest that personalized medical nutrition therapy can improve blood glycemic control during pregnancy while maintaining adequate weight gain and proper nutritional status.

Based on guidelines of the Institute of Medicine, total weight gain of underweight, normal, overweight, and obese women before pregnancy should be maintained at a range of 12.5-18 kg, 11.5-16 kg, 7-11.5 kg, and 5.5-9 kg, respectively. Carbohydrates in the diet are the major contributor to postprandial blood sugar. A diet rich in dietary fiber and the quality of carbohydrate intake appears to be important in maintaining blood sugar control. Evenly distributed carbohydrate intake among meals and snacks throughout the day may help avoid excessive postprandial hyperglycemia. At least 175 g/day of total carbohydrate intake, even in obese women in pre-pregnancy, is recommended. Protein is essential for the development of fetal muscle and various organs. According to the 8th edition of the Dietary Reference Intakes (DRIs), pregnant women need an additional 10g of protein per day during the second-third trimester of pregnancy. Soy products, fish, eggs, lean meat, and other high-quality protein sources are encouraged. Sources of fat should primarily be mono- and poly-unsaturated, such as vegetable oil. For those with a higher risk of cardiovascular disease or hypertriglyceridemia, consumption of sea foods or fish should be at least 2-3 times a week to increase the intake of n-3 fatty acids. According to Taiwan’s DRIs (8th edition), the folic acid, iodine, iron, and calcium requirements during pregnancy are increased, and nutritional supplements may be used to achieve the recommended amounts. This article summarizes the dietary recommendations and provides suggestions on food arrangement and meal preparation skills, hoping to equip healthcare professionals with a better understanding of the nutrition and education principles for GDM.

 
高三酸甘油酯血症與左心室肥大之相關性研究
Authors: 林敬晃 林敬晃 , 許家瑜 許家瑜 , 張宇辰 張宇辰 , Yu-Chen Chang 黃麗卿 , Lee-Ching Hwang 黃偉新 , 邵馨慧 邵馨慧 , 許馨尹 許馨尹 , 鄒孟婷 鄒孟婷
Published: May 2024

目的：左心室肥大(left ventricular hypertrophy, LVH)為一重要心血管風險因子，當前研究主要聚焦在低密度脂蛋白膽固醇(low-density lipoprotein cholesterol, LDL-C)，針對與三酸甘油酯(triglyceride, TG)間的關聯討論較少且結果不一致，本篇則旨在探討高三酸甘油酯血症與LVH間關係。

方法：此回顧性研究蒐集自2008年6月至2018年5月間，至北台灣一醫學中心健康檢查的民眾做為參與者。我們根據參與者的空腹血中三酸甘油酯數值將之分為三組：低於150 mg/dL、介於150-199 mg/dL間，以及大於等於200 mg/dL。透過心臟超音波檢查結果，我們定義LVH為女性左心室質量指數超過95 g/m2者，男性為超過115 g/m2者。我們利用多元邏輯迴歸分析觀察TG濃度與LVH之間的關聯，並進行次群組分析以檢驗此關聯在不同年齡和性別群體中是否存在差異。

結果：本篇研究共包含3,830名參加者，平均年齡為52.9歲。各TG濃度組的LVH比例分別為3.5%，5.0%和6.8% (test for trend, p< 0.05)。調整潛在干擾因子後，TG濃度高於200 mg/dL族群的LVH風險較高 [adjusted odds ratio (aOR), 1.57; 95% confidence interval (CI), 1.04-2.37]。次群組分析顯示在不同年齡和性別的分層趨勢皆與主要結果一致。

結論：升高的空腹血中TG濃度(≥200 mg/dL)顯著增加LVH的風險。控制高三酸甘油酯血症對降低心血管風險至關重要。

 

Background: Left ventricular hypertrophy (LVH), a significant cardiovascular risk, has been associated with lipid profiles, mainly focusing on low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C). However, literature on the association between triglycerides (TG) and the risk of LVH is limited and inconsistent. This study investigates the relationship between hypertriglyceridemia and LVH.

Methods: This retrospective study recruited participants from a health center between June 2008 and May 2018, and their information was obtained from hospital records. We divided participants into three groups according to their fasting triglyceride (TG) levels: TG level below 150 mg/dL, between 150-199 mg/dL, and greater or equal to 200 mg/dL. LVH was defined as a left ventricular mass index over 95 g/m2 in women and 115 g/m2 in men, determined by echocardiography. Logistic regression was used to investigate the association between TG levels and LVH. Subgroup analyses were performed to examine whether the association between TG levels and LVH varied by different age and sex groups.

 Results: The study included 3,830 participants with a mean age of 52.9 years. The proportion of LVH in the different groups of TG levels was 3.5%, 5.0%, and 6.8%, respectively (test for trend, p< 0.05). Participants with TG levels greater or equal to 200 mg/dL were associated with a higher risk of LVH after adjusting for potential confounding factors [adjusted odds ratio (aOR) 1.57, 95 % confidence interval (CI) 1.04-2.37]. Subgroup analyses revealed consistent results with the main results across different age and sex strata.

 Conclusion: Elevated fasting TG levels (≥200 mg/dL) significantly increase LVH risk. Controlling hypertriglyceridemia is vital for reducing cardiovascular risk.
於例行性健康檢查發現無症狀硬腦膜下血腫之案例報告
Authors: 洪浚善 洪浚善 , 張富勝 張富勝 , Fu-Sheng Chang 陳國寶 , Kuo-Pao Chen 李育慶
Published: May 2024

本案例為68歲女性，日前至本院預防醫學中心進行年度例行性健康檢查。病史詢問時告知四週前有騎機車自摔，並有撞擊到右側顳骨處。於車禍後並無不適或神經功能缺損。理學檢查及神經學檢查皆無異常。後續於健康檢查中的腦部電腦斷層發現雙側慢性硬腦膜下血腫。此案例提醒基層醫師，若病人有頭部外傷史，應小心鑑別診斷慢性硬腦膜下血腫，且有可能以無症狀做為表現。

 

This case report highlights the development of bilateral chronic subdural hematoma (SDH) following minor trauma, which was asymptomatic upon presentation. A 68-year-old female patient presented to the preventive medicine center for her annual health examination. History taking revealed a minor head trauma at the right temporal four weeks prior. No discomfort or neurological deficit were noted following the trauma. Physical and neurological examinations showed normal results. A head CT was performed, revealing the presence of bilateral chronic SDH. This case underscores the importance of considering the possibility of chronic subdural hematoma even in the absence of symptoms or neurological deficits. Early detection and appropriate management are essential for ensuring optimal patient outcomes.

 
《約伯記》中的對話美學
Authors: 張玉燕 張玉燕 , 賴素珍 賴素珍 , 鄭惠芳 鄭惠芳 , 陳鳳儀 陳鳳儀
Published: May 2024

《約伯記》是一部探索人生苦難的作品，但沒有提供一個標準的答案，反而不斷引出更多值得深思的問題。若僅以邏輯思辨的方式閱讀《約伯記》，只會陷於無解的困境。本文嘗試從美學的觀點重新閱讀《約伯記》，並詮釋與分析當中的對話。我們將從四個不同的角度切入：首先，撒旦挑戰無條件信賴神的觀念，並與神打賭，然而這樣的挑戰卻引發了更進一步的反思。若將此打賭視為一種遊戲，這場遊戲超越了一般交易的限制，有助於美學與生命的探索，讓約伯有機會內省並重新啟動對話的可能性。第二，約伯的朋友透過不斷辯論，未能正確理解苦難的意義，這些無止境的爭論甚至造成了傷害。立意良善的安慰者最終成為無休止的辯論者；然而，他們的高談闊論提供了不同視角與觀點的衝突，並置各種聲音形成另一種對話的美學。第三，約伯轉向內省反思，尋求理解與真正的溝通。他尋求的不僅是慰藉或邏輯性的答案來解釋災難，而是開啟與更高神性真正對話的契機。第四，《約伯記》的最後幾章透過神的啟示，與神的大哉問「你知道嗎?」，展現了對話的最佳美學。它具體展現了對話的要素，包括臨在、正向好奇的提問，包容與和解。總之，《約伯記》生動呈現對話的美學，微妙地勾勒從懷疑、人類思維的侷限、到開悟的道路，並戲劇性地說明與自我和宇宙秩序和解的生命改變。

 

While the Book of Job is a specific examination of human suffering, it defies any definitive solution and raises a battery of questions. Since relying exclusively on logical reasoning when interpreting immense suffering can result in lingering uncertainties, we attempt to adopt an alternative aesthetic approach by scrutinizing the dialogues involving Satan and God, Job and his friends, as well as Job and God, emphasizing the following four specific concerns. First, Satan’s egotistical stance contests the unwavering trust in God, but this challenge prompts an extensive reconsideration. When perceived as a metaphorical game, this challenge transcends conventional transactions and provides Job an opportunity for introspection and revitalizes the potential for meaningful dialogue. Secondly, the failure of Job’s companions to grasp the profound significance of suffering, manifested through interminable debates, inadvertently results in detrimental consequences. Initially benevolent in their intentions, these comforters turn out to be relentless debaters. Nevertheless, their verbose discourses offer divergent perspectives, generating a polyphony of voices, thereby shaping the unique aesthetics of dialogue. Thirdly, Job’s inward turn seeks deeper comprehension and genuine communication. His quest is not merely for solace or logical explanations for calamities but rather for an authentic conversation with a higher divine power—for the true communion and dialogue. Fourthly, the concluding chapters of Job epitomize the pinnacle of dialogue aesthetics through God’s revelations and the probing inquiry, “Do you know?” and firmly exemplify the constituents of dialogue: presence, positive inquisitiveness, inclusivity, and a pathway to reconciliation. In a nutshell, Job vividly presents the aesthetics of dialogue, subtly delineates the path from skepticism, human intellectuality to enlightenment, and dramatically illustrates a transformative reconciliation with both the self and the cosmic order.

 
心悟與觀視：《察病指南》古今怪脈儀圖析解
Authors: 陳嘉璟 陳嘉璟 , 許博期 許博期
Published: May 2024

脈診，是中醫重要的診斷方法。醫者手觸脈動引發主觀的判讀，因抽象體會難以言說，故歷來做了許多努力。早期以文字譬喻為主描述脈象，至宋代施發《察病指南》增見具象的脈象圖示。文章以七怪脈為主，比對古脈圖與現代脈儀圖，尋其特點與限制，或能為新世代的診斷尋找更合宜的時代範式。研究發現，古脈圖是傳統脈診心象運思的表徵，有輔助文字的重要作用。科技脈儀圖，則以心臟或血液動力學為基礎，如實記錄脈搏的波動訊號，從時域到高低頻譜以揭露生理病理的訊息。比較兩者，可各見特點與限制：古圖提供他人藉以揣摩，難以盡言的脈覺體會，其譬喻文圖的運用所載意義更為豐富固是優勢所在；然也因非邏輯性的傳訊而形成多樣的表達，這非客觀化的限制，正是當代醫家的修正努力與科診儀器強調的優處。另一方面，儀器診察雖有客觀、標準化的特點，但其測值是否能涵蓋生命的整體現象亦有質疑聲音。故兩者該並行析究：在傳統理論與現代儀器之間，嘗試建構一套能銜接古今的替代理論，或許能為新世代的脈診量測，提供一個較為周全的診斷依據。而中醫的脈圖分析能進入當代，參與W.J.T.Mitchell圖像轉向中，生物圖像研究的子題是無疑的。

 

This article mainly focuses on the seven weird pulses, compares ancient pulse diagrams and modern pulse diagrams, and seeks out their characteristics and limitations, hoping to find a more suitable paradigm for the diagnosis of the new generation. Research has found that ancient pulse diagrams are representations of mental images and thoughts in traditional pulse diagnosis, and play an important role in supporting text. The technological pulse chart is based on heart or hemodynamics and faithfully records pulse fluctuation signals from time domain to high and low frequency spectrum to reveal physiological and pathological information. Comparing the two, we can see the characteristics and limitations of each: the ancient pictures provide others with an indescribable pulse-sensing experience, and the use of metaphors and pictures contains richer meanings, which is an advantage; however, it is also illogical Forming diverse expressions through communication, this non-objectification limitation is exactly the advantage emphasized by the revision efforts of contemporary doctors and medical diagnostic equipment. On the other hand, although instrumental diagnosis has the characteristics of being objective and standardized, there are also doubts about whether its measured values can cover the overall phenomenon of life. Therefore, the two should be analyzed in parallel: between traditional theory and modern instruments, trying to construct an alternative theory that can connect ancient and modern times may provide a more comprehensive diagnostic basis for pulse diagnosis and measurement in the new generation. The pulse diagram analysis of TCM can enter the contemporary era and participate in W.J.T. Mitchell’s pictorial turn. There is no doubt that it is a sub-topic of biological image research.

 
Friendship Followership and Leadership
Authors: Lilleaasen Robert
Published: May 2024

This article investigates church members' understanding of leadership and the follower–leader relationship in local congregations. The main problem is: How do followers in three Lutheran free churches in Norway describe the follower–leader relationship, and how can this relationship influence the leadership process? The material is constructed from qualitative interviews with followers; as such, it is the followers’ perspective on the leadership process.
The informants in this study associate leadership with responsibility. This is a responsibility given and monitored by the congregation. Leadership is understood as socially and relationally constructed. It is a process co-created by leaders and followers in the congregation. This relationship between leaders and followers is described with friendship terminology by the informants. The pastors are described as close or personal friends of the informants.
This understanding of the follower–leader relationship as friendship means influence is connected to equality. Moreover, pastoral friendship has implications for the accessibility and expectations of leaders, whereas money becomes more of a challenging matter in relationships understood to be friendship. Finally, findings suggest that the pastor also is seen as representing friendship with God.
Formal and informal
Authors: Tappel Eirik Aadland , Sirris Stephen
Published: May 2024

Volunteering is a pressing concern in civic organizations. This article explores how voluntary work can be best organized by using a case study from the Evangelical Lutheran Church of Norway, which is characterized by both voluntarism and professionalization. Drawing on interviews and observations in congregations following different modes of organizing, we investigate the roles of volunteers and professionals. The findings highlight how actors distribute their work tasks and interpret functional and moral responsibility. The patterns of roles and responsibilities reflect two ideal-typical forms of organizing. We discuss the degrees of formalization in each context and propose a new categorization, which we conceptualize as informal and formal organizing of voluntary work. The first places emphasis on the individual employee, who works through personal relationships, and task distribution is scarcely regulated. The latter is formalized by explicit mandates and responsibilities shared systematically. We conclude that congregations, professionals, and volunteers can benefit from a formal approach to organizing voluntary work.
Terapia Ocupacional en el ámbito de Educación. Apoyos para la inclusión y participación ocupacional. Vicky Parraguez Correa (Compiladora)
Authors: Aranda Aguirre Ximena
Published: May 2024

A fines del año 2020, se publica el libro Terapia Ocupacional en el ámbito de Educación, Apoyos para la inclusión y participación ocupacional, contando con la participación de diversos autores entre los que se encuentran: Daniela Bertoni Silva, Daniela Palma Coronado, Ximena Aranda Aguirre, Constanza Latorre, Priscilla Delgado, Teresita Saldías, Verónica Alarcón González, Isabel Poblete Menares, Ximena Porras Araneda, Bastián Farías Reyes, Camilo Jaramillo Rojas, Claudio Acevedo Benavides, Mauricio Quidel Caro y Vicky Parraguez Correa, quienes fueron convocados por esta última terapeuta ocupacional, quien es Doctora en Educación y editora del texto. El libro, describe la experiencia de terapeutas ocupacionales que se han desempeñado en el ámbito de la educación en diversos contextos, sistematizando sus reflexiones desde una mirada social de la disciplina...
Terapia ocupacional: El arte como herramienta en el proceso de desinstitucionalización
Authors: Gangas Mardones Felipe
Published: May 2024

Este artículo presenta el proceso de acompañamiento terapéutico en hogares protegidos para personas con discapacidad psíquica e intelectual, resaltando el impacto de la institucionalización y los diagnósticos psiquiátricos en la autonomía y participación ciudadana. Se subraya el papel fundamental del arte como herramienta para la desinstitucionalización y la promoción del empoderamiento. La experiencia compartida destaca la necesidad de transiciones graduales hacia comunidades inclusivas, consolidando la terapia ocupacional y el arte como agentes de cambio.
Impacto de la feminización de las labores de cuidado en infancias con discapacidad
Authors: Rolle Cáceres Grissel
Published: May 2024

Con el envejecimiento acelerado de la población debido al aumento de la esperanza de vida, y la consecuente disminución de capacidades físicas, mentales e intelectuales se hace evidente la necesidad de cuidados permanentes y toma relevancia la importancia de contar con una persona que realice la labor de cuidados. Este escenario también se presenta en una proporción de la población que incluye a niños y niñas en situación de discapacidad, como un grupo que requiere cuidados y atención de manera continua. Este rol de cuidados, históricamente ha sido realizado por mujeres como consecuencia de las normas sociales establecidas y relacionadas directamente con las creencias vinculadas con el género femenino. Esto conduce a la asignación de roles y funciones específicas a cada género, producto de una construcción histórica y social desarrollada teniendo en cuenta factores biológicos, psicosociales, económicos y políticos. Los cuidados informales representan una forma de trabajo no remunerado que se realiza a través de relaciones afectivas y familiares en el ámbito del hogar, asociadas a las mujeres, resultando ser un trabajo invisibilizado. En Chile, antiguamente las políticas gubernamentales orientadas hacia las personas en situación de discapacidad se caracterizaban por enfoques asistencialistas y caritativos. Progresivamente se ha superado la perspectiva basada en la asistencia y en lo biomédico, dando prioridad a una mirada desde el enfoque de derechos humanos y reconociendo a este grupo como parte integral de un sistema social y político, con aspectos que van más allá de los meramente biológicos. En el marco político actual, se establecen directrices y medidas específicas con el propósito de elevar la calidad de vida de las mujeres que se dedican a las responsabilidades de cuidado. El país se encuentra ante múltiples desafíos vinculados al cuidado de personas con discapacidad y su necesidad de asistencia. La atención a largo plazo se ha confiado principalmente a entornos privados, y esta situación ha influido en la formulación de políticas gubernamentales.
Terapia Ocupacional basada en la comunidad en personas supervivientes a un ictus cerebral: una revisión sistemática
Authors: Sánchez-Gavilán Ester , Rusiñol-Rodriguez Judit , Vidaña-Moya Laura , Merchán-Baeza José Antonio
Published: May 2024

Diversos estudios han analizado el impacto que la terapia ocupacional basada en la comunidad, después del alta hospitalaria, puede tener sobre la disfunción ocupacional en personas supervivientes a un ictus cerebral. Objetivo. El objetivo fue describir las intervenciones que están realizando los terapeutas ocupacionales en la comunidad y su efectividad en cuanto al desempeño ocupacional y su participación plena en la comunidad en personas supervivientes a un ictus cerebral. Método. Se llevó a cabo una revisión sistemática incluyendo ensayos clínicos aleatorizados y teniendo en cuenta solamente las intervenciones realizadas por un terapeuta ocupacional, excluyendo aquellas que solo se enfocaron en intervenciones de estructuras y funciones corporales. Resultados. Se incluyeron veintidós estudios que evaluaron el desempeño ocupacional, la participación, la satisfacción, la calidad de vida, la ansiedad y/o la depresión. Conclusión. Las intervenciones de terapia ocupacional en la comunidad mostraron una tendencia hacia una mayor efectividad sobre el desempeño ocupacional cuando se enfocan en actividades significativas y se llevan a cabo dentro del contexto domiciliario.
Un análisis desagregado de la inversión empresarial desde el inicio de la pandemia
Authors: González-Simón Miguel Ángel , Jiménez-García Blanca , Martínez-Carrascal Carmen
Published: May 2024

Motivación

En España, la inversión empresarial ha experimentado una notable debilidad en los últimos años y aún permanece por debajo de los niveles registrados antes del estallido de la pandemia de COVID-19. Este artículo analiza las dinámicas de la inversión en nuestro país hasta 2022 a partir de la información, a nivel de empresa, que proporciona la Central de Balances del Banco de España.

Ideas principales

• Los datos desagregados de la Central de Balances permiten identificar qué características presentaban las empresas que más ajustaron sus patrones de inversión desde el inicio de la pandemia hasta 2022.

• En dicho período, las decisiones de inversión por parte de las empresas se tornaron más sensibles a su situación económica —aproximada por la evolución de sus ventas y sus flujos de caja—.

• En cambio, el vínculo entre las decisiones de inversión y la situación financiera de las empresas —aproximada por su nivel de deuda y carga financiera— permaneció inalterado.

• La inversión de las empresas jóvenes experimentó, en el período analizado, una debilidad particularmente acusada, de tal forma que la brecha positiva entre el esfuerzo inversor de estas y el del resto de las empresas se redujo.
An Examination of Slavery in Islamic Jurisprudence: Insights from the Hanafi School of Law
Authors: Dr. Ahmad Hassan
Published: May 2024

Abstract:
This paper is a descriptive analysis of the idea of slavery, under the case study of Hanafi School of Islamic jurisprudence. Although world has moved on a lot from the slavery as an institution but slavery has transformed itself into new frames whether it is bonded labor or the human trafficking. In this new context the question about the place of slavery in Islam becomes more important and critical to be addressed. This paper argues that Islam as a religion was introduced in the Arab region where slavery was much abused and victimized but Islam upgraded the social status of salves and intensely focused on kind behavior with them. This research also maintains that Islam as a religion gradually developed a societal structure that can sustain without the institution of slavery. Qualitative methodology along with primary sources has been used in this research.
Manifestaciones clínicas y diagnóstico del virus del ébola. Revisión narrativa
Authors: Bratta Diego , Carrión Katcie
Published: May 2024

La enfermedad por el virus del Ébola (EVE), apareció por primera vez en la República Democrática del Congo en 1976. Se observan diferentes signos y síntomas inespecíficos como la aparición inesperada de fiebre de 39,5° y 40°C, mialgias, cefaleas intensas, escalofríos, anorexia y astenia, conocida como primera fase, seguida de una segunda fase caracterizada por sintomatología de origen gastrointestinal, mientras que en la tercera y cuarta fase los pacientes presentan síntomas críticos. Uno de los métodos diagnósticos utilizados es la RT-PCR (Reacción en Cadena de la Polimerasa con Transcriptasa Inversa), siendo el principal estudio de confirmación para el virus, tiene la ventaja de obtener los resultados en un lapso de 24 a 48 horas. Objetivo: describir las manifestaciones clínicas más frecuentes y los métodos más utilizados para el diagnóstico en los pacientes con infección por el virus del Ébola. Se incluyeron artículos originales, revisiones sistémicas, revisiones bibliográficas y narrativas utilizando como motores de búsqueda, PubMed y Biblioteca Virtual en Salud y las bases de datos Medline y LILACS. El intervalo de tiempo en que se hizo la búsqueda fue entre junio y agosto del año 2022, obteniéndose siete artículos que cumplieron con el propósito del trabajo. Dentro de los resultados para el diagnóstico se utilizaron, diferentes pruebas que incluyen: la PCR-RT, ELISA, detección de antígenos y anticuerpos, prueba de seroneutralización, aislamiento del virus mediante cultivo celular.
Anarkía / Anarcolepsis
Authors: Royo Hernández Simón
Published: May 2024

Apresentação do livro: ROYO HERNÁNDEZ, Simón. Anarkía/ Anarcolepsis. Madrid: Editorial Manuscritos, 2024.
National Pavement Design Method (MeDiNa) applied to rehabilitation and restoration: a literature review
Authors: Liz Jessé Valente de , Barra Breno Salgado , Mikowski Alexandre , Hughes Gary , Melo João Victor Staub de
Published: May 2024

The poor condition of Brazilian highways is primarily attributed to traffic exceeding the designed capacity, overloading, and the use of an empirical design method from the 1960s. Pavement rehabilitation or restoration designs are generally carried out using outdated standards (DNER PRO 11/79 and DNER PRO 269/94). In response to this situation, the National Pavement Design Method (MeDiNa) emerged, which is a software accompanied by two other calculation routines and uses the mechanistic-empirical concept. This paper aims, based on a literature review, to evaluate the Brazilian scientific approach to pavement restoration/rehabilitation using the MeDiNa method. Through a systematic search in a database, a low number of papers that used the method was identified, and only 20 % of these articles performed reinforcement calculations, which does not align with the demand and defects presented in the Brazilian road network. Additionally, emerging trends on the topic were outlined through a bibliometric analysis. Furthermore, syntheses of the papers on rehabilitation or restoration found in the systematic search, as well as those from complementary literature, were conducted to situate the reader concerning the issue. Finally, points for improvement and the need for further research were identified, such as the investigation of results from backanalysis and interlayer bonding. The conclusion is that MeDiNa, still in the implementation phase, has great scientific potential to be explored, which will help validate this method.
Um balanço empírico e político da economia solidária no Brasil entre 2003 e 2016
Authors: Souza André Ricardo de , Sanchez Fábio José Bechara
Published: May 2024

O conjunto de empreendimentos e coletivos econômicos guiados, ao menos idealmente, por princípios autogestionários vem sendo chamado no Brasil de economia solidária desde meados da década de 1990. Surgiu como proposta de resgate das práticas e princípios do cooperativismo e como uma forma de reação ao então desemprego massivo. As experiências de economia solidária envolvem atividades de produção, serviços, comércio, consumo, crédito e poupança, abrangendo: cooperativas; fábricas recuperadas por seus trabalhadores organizados em autogestão; coletivos produtivos autogestionários; pequenos empreendimentos comunitários; bancos comunitários que utilizam moedas sociais; entre outras. Hoje estas experiências compõem um vigoroso campo social e se organizam em um atuante movimento social. Tal movimento é composto por inúmeros trabalhadores/as que se organizam em coletivos económicos solidários, por representantes de diversos movimentos sociais e por entidades sindicais, eclesiais e universitárias. A articulação destes múltiplos e diversos sujeitos propiciou a criação, em 2003, da Secretaria Nacional de Economia Solidária (SENAES). Desde o ano seguinte, a economia brasileira foi tendo crescimento, embora de modo instável, fazendo chamar a atenção a permanecência de pessoas nesses empreendimentos associativos, mesmo em contextos de ampliação da oferta de empregos. Em 2016 a experiência da SENAES se encerra, a partir do afastamento da presidenta Dilma. Nosso objetivo é focar na realidade da economia solidária no Brasil nestes 13 anos de existência da SENAES. A partir dos dados oficiais disponíveis e também de outros resultados investigativos, este trabalho esboça um balanço deste primeiro período de atividade da SENAES, do universo empírico da economia solidária e sua relação com as políticas públicas federais.
ROLE OF ANTISEPTIC SOLUTION (PYODINE) TO PREVENT INFECTION DURING MESH PLACEMENT
Authors: WASEEM R , GHAYASUDDIN M , SALMAN S , JAWAID B , ERUM U , SHAKEEL B
Published: May 2024

Surgical site infections (SSIs) are a significant complication in postoperative care, leading to increased morbidity and healthcare costs. Antiseptic solutions for preoperative skin preparation are crucial in minimising SSIs. Chlorhexidine-alcohol and povidone-iodine solutions are commonly used, but their comparative efficacy in preventing SSIs, especially in mesh replacement surgeries, needs further investigation. Objective: This study aimed to determine the occurrence of surgical site infection (SSI) in wounds after applying povidone-iodine and chlorhexidine-alcohol solutions during mesh replacement surgeries. Methods: This randomised controlled trial was conducted at Kulsoom Bai Valika Hospital, Karachi, from August 1, 2023, to January 31, 2024. Following ethical approval from the institutional review board, 240 patients aged 20-65 undergoing elective surgery were included through non-probability consecutive sampling. Patients allergic to the study solutions or who refused to participate were excluded. Participants were randomly assigned to Group A (chlorhexidine-alcohol, n=120) and Group B (povidone-iodine, n=120). Post-surgery, Group A wounds were scrubbed with chlorhexidine-alcohol and Group B with povidone-iodine. Patients were monitored daily until discharge. Statistical analysis was performed using chi-square tests to compare the incidence of SSIs between the groups. Results: The mean age of participants was 41.32±11.6 years in Group A and 41.62±11.5 years in Group B. Within a 30-day follow-up, SSIs were observed in 23% of Group A and 40% of Group B (p<0.0001). Superficial incisional infections were 16% in Group A and 28% in Group B (p<0.0001). Deep incisional infections were 6% in Group A and 13% in Group B (p=0.004). Conclusion: The use of chlorhexidine-alcohol for antisepsis in mesh replacement surgeries significantly reduced the incidence of surgical site infections compared to povidone-iodine-alcohol. This suggests that chlorhexidine-alcohol is a more effective antiseptic solution for preventing SSIs in such procedures.
Organic thin film transistors in wearable electronics: prospects in sensor technology and healthcare
Authors: Sun Xinyi
Published: May 2024

This paper critically examines Organic Thin Film Transistors (OTFTs), emphasizing their crucial role in enhancing wearable electronics. Through an in-depth exploration of OTFT fundamental principles and unique characteristics, the paper highlights their advantages, such as unparalleled mechanical flexibility and low-temperature processing capabilities, over traditional semiconductor technologies. It delves into OTFT applications in wearable sensor technologies and healthcare monitoring, illustrating the significant benefits of OTFT integration, including superior energy efficiency and augmented user comfort. Addressing the primary challenges of power consumption, environmental stability, and manufacturing scalability, the study proposes innovative solutions to improve these areas. Central to the research objectives is the enhancement of OTFT performance through strategic material selection, fabrication techniques, and integration approaches to ensure device durability and functionality. The paper concludes with a comprehensive analysis of recent advancements and future directions, underscoring the transformative potential of OTFTs in wearable electronics. This research finds that through interdisciplinary collaboration and innovative engineering, it is possible to mitigate the current limitations of OTFTs, paving the way for their widespread adoption in advanced wearable and healthcare technologies.