bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Determination of the Association between Obstructive Sleep Apnea and Chronic Periodontal Disease: A Cross-Sectional Study
Authors: Pallavi Kumari , Amaranath B.J. Janardhana , Das Neelam , Mukherjee Koushik , Das Arindam , Katiyar Priya
Published: December 2024

ABSTRACT

Background:

Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and chronic periodontitis share inflammatory pathways, potentially exacerbating periodontal disease with increased severity of OSA.

Methods:

A cross-sectional study was conducted involving 500 patients with sleep disorders. The prevalence and severity of OSA were determined using polysomnography and the Apnoea-Hypopnea Index, categorized into three stages, and associated comorbidities were recorded from medical records. The periodontal status was evaluated using clinical parameters such as the Oral Hygiene Index, Gingival Index, probing pocket depth, clinical attachment level, and gingival recession.

Results:

Patients with periodontal disease (OSA) had varying severity levels, with severe OSA (78.4%) causing more severe periodontal disease compared to moderate (35.4%) and mild (20.3%) patients. Patients with moderate and severe OSA stages showed significantly higher prevalence of comorbidities like hypertension (100%), coronary heart disease (90.5%), diabetes mellitus (71.6%), and obesity (51.4%) with statistically significant associations found (P < 0.05). Patients also exhibit parafunctional habits, including smoking (43.2%) and mouth breathing (60.8%).

Conclusion:

A significant association between mild OSA, increasing with age and males, and chronic periodontal disease, with severe OSA exhibiting greater periodontal destruction was found.
Assessment of Renal Function in Women with Preeclampsia by Measuring of Serum Cystatin C Level
Authors: Yarmurad Marwa Basim , Ali Miami Abdul Hassan
Published: December 2024

Background:

Preeclampsia (PE) is a major health problem that increases the risk of renal impairment during pregnancy. Studies have described the utility of Cystatin C as a better indicator of kidney function during pregnancy compared to urea, creatinine, or uric acid.

Objective:

The objective of the study was to evaluate cystatin C as a diagnostic tool for renal impairment in women with severe PE and compare it to standard renal function tests.

Patients and Methods:

A case–control study was conducted at Al Yarmouk Teaching Hospital, Bagdad. From March 1, 2022, to September 1, 2022, 94 3rd-trimester pregnant women with newly diagnosed or a history of PE were included in the study and interviewed and subsequently divided into three groups. The GraphPad Prism Software was used for data analysis and graphical presentations in addition to SPSS version 28; 0.05 was selected as a cutoff point for statistical significance.

Results:

The mean of cystatin C for control 0.39 ± 0.15 was significantly lower than for severe PE 1.12 ± 0.53, P < 0.001. The mean cystatin C for mild PE 0.52 ± 0.13 was considerably lower than for severe PE 1.12 ± 0.53, P < 0.001.

Conclusions:

Patients with severe PE had higher serum cystatin C than patients with mild PE and healthy normotensive pregnant females. Serum cystatin C at a cutoff value of >0.61 had higher diagnostic accuracy than the other standard kidney tests (urea, creatinine, and uric acid), with a sensitivity and specificity of 90.32% and 93.75%, respectively.
Simplified Intraoperative Smoothening of the Titanium Orbital Implant Edges: A Technical Note
Authors: Sivamuni Saila , Nazimi Abd Jabar
Published: December 2024

Orbital floor fracture is common and often requires treatment to restore the orbital volume and function. We describe a simplified yet effective way of smoothening the cut edge of the preformed orbital floor plate using the serration of the readily available surgical instrument. This method has been consistently successful in smoothening the plate in a simple and quick manner and negates the need for an additional instrument or method for smoothening the plate.
Fibrolipoma on the Face
Authors: Nambiar Goutham Ranjith , Balasubramaniyan Nathiya , Duraisamy Durairaj , Bhagat James Antony , Preman Sri Sruthi
Published: December 2024

Lipomas are common benign fatty mesenchymal tumors, with a variety of histological variations, of which fibrolipoma is one. Despite being harmless, it can be of esthetic concern when presented on the face. We report the case of a 48-year-old patient with a disfiguring diffuse soft swelling on the face over the left infraorbital region lateral to the ala of the nose, which was asymptomatic but warranted treatment for esthetic reasons. It was provisionally diagnosed as a sebaceous cyst, based on clinical examination. It was surgically excised and sent for histopathological examination. The overall esthetic outcome was improved for the patient with no adverse complications. The results of the histopathological examination were found to have more of a fibrocellular matrix (excessive accumulation of collagen fibers with other extracellular matrix components) along with adipocytes, concluding the diagnosis of a variety of lipomas known as fibrolipoma. Lipomas are harmless in nature, but the occurrence in visible areas of the body would indicate a need for treatment. This case report emphasizes the presentation and management of such tumors.
Coronavirus Disease 2019-associated Fulminant Mucormycosis of the Maxillary Sinus and Rhino-orbit-cerebral Region
Authors: Krishnan Khamny , Rui Tan Yan , Muhammad Hazelina , Ling Ch’ng Lay
Published: December 2024

Mucormycosis is a rare and opportunistic fungal disease which is associated with high morbidity and mortality. Immune compromised and diabetic patients are usually more susceptible to this fungal infection. Patients with coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) who were also treated with steroids have also been shown to have an increased risk of developing mucormycosis. Here, we present a case report of fulminant mucormycosis in a 52-year-old diabetic male patient who were immunocompromised due to having contracted COVID-19 and subsequently treated with steroids. Highlights on appropriate surgical and medical therapy in such presentation are discussed.
Symblepharon Following the Transconjunctival Approach: A Report of Three Cases
Authors: Peter Sabrina , Ng Farah Nur Tedin , Keong Jia Yee
Published: December 2024

The transconjunctival approach has been used to access the infraorbital rim and the orbital floor for treating zygomaticomaxillary complex (ZMC) fracture with or without the orbital floor involvement. Many studies have shown that this approach has a low rate of postoperative complications with entropion being one of the more commonly reported complications. This is in contrast to symblepharon development which is rarely observed following the transconjunctival approach. Symblepharon can be one of the most challenging ocular problems and may be associated with restriction of extraocular movement, inadequate blinking, entropion, and dry eye. Hereby, we report three cases of symblepharon development postoperatively within 3 months after performing orbital floor reconstruction and open reduction internal fixation of ZMC fracture through the transconjunctival approach.
Primary Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma of the Mandible: A Case Report and Review of Literature
Authors: Bala Mujtaba , Braimah Ramat Oyebunmi , Taiwo Abdurrazaq Olanrewaju , Aliyu Salihu , Yabo Sufiyanu Umar
Published: December 2024

Primary adenoid cystic carcinoma (PACC) of the mandible is an extremely rare malignant tumor of the minor salivary gland which may show similar clinical features with many odontogenic or nonodontogenic tumor. It comprises <0.4% of all salivary gland carcinomas. We report a case of a 60-year-old male patient with an 11-month history of mandibular swelling. Thorough history taking and clinical examination revealead osteosarcoma and differentials of odontogenic tumors. There was no thought of salivary gland neoplasm. An incisional biopsy was performed, which revealed a cribriform disposition of basaloid cells with angulated hyperchromatic nuclei and mucoid cystic spaces consistently keeping with ACC of the mandible. The patient had a mandibulectomy and was later referred to the oncology unit for further evaluation and no recurrence after a 1-year follow-up period. This report highlights an unusual presentation in terms of location of ACC in the mandible.
Harnessing the power of drug repurposing: A promising strategy for drug discovery and development
Authors: Athul H. , Shaji Shani , Shabik K. , Joseph Aaron
Published: December 2024

Drug repurposing, also known as drug repositioning or reprofiling, represents an innovative and economical strategy in the realm of drug discovery and development. Drug repurposing entails the discovery of novel therapeutic uses for drugs that have already received approval or are under investigation. This approach is recognized for its high efficiency, utilizing pre-existing safety profiles, pharmacokinetic attributes, and clinical trial data to diminish development expenses, expedite the process, and reduce the likelihood of unsuccessful outcomes. In this review we delve into the drug repurposing paradigm, elaborating on diverse methodologies, exemplifying success stories across various medical domains, and discussing the hurdles and prospects present in this dynamic sector.
Advances in sciatica management: From etiology to emerging therapies
Authors: Suneja Karan , Singh Shalini , Kumar Rahul , Singh Sarvesh
Published: December 2024

Sciatica is a prevalent form of neuropathic pain, affecting up to 10% of people with chronic low back pain and having a lifetime incidence of 10% to 40%, sometimes reaching as high as 70%. It is typically caused by compression or injury to the sciatic nerve, most often due to lumbar disc herniation. Other contributing factors include age, occupation, obesity, and smoking. Sciatica places a significant burden on healthcare systems, as managing it can be costly and complex. Current treatments for sciatica, such as physical therapy, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), and epidural steroid injections, aim to relieve pain and improve function. However, these methods often have limited long-term benefits and may cause side effects with prolonged use. Surgical interventions, such as lumbar discectomy and nerve ablation, are typically reserved for severe or refractory cases but carry their own risks. Recent advances in understanding the underlying mechanisms of sciatica have led to new treatment possibilities. Novel therapies include tumor necrosis factor (TNF)-alpha inhibitors, which target inflammation, phytochemicals like ferulic acid, and acetyl-L-carnitine, which show promise in protecting nerve health. Minimally invasive techniques, such as radiofrequency ablation and ultrasound-guided nerve hydrodissection, are also being explored for better pain relief. This review discusses both established and emerging treatments for sciatica, with a focus on improving outcomes while reducing side effects, paving the way for more effective management strategies in the future.
Therapeutic potential of seladelpar in primary biliary cholangitis: A comprehensive review
Authors: Nagla Noble , Sharma Chetan , Badyal Dinesh K.
Published: December 2024

Primary biliary cholangitis (PBC) is a chronic autoimmune liver disease characterized by progressive destruction of the small bile ducts, leading to cholestasis, liver fibrosis, and eventually cirrhosis. Traditional therapies have included ursodeoxycholic acid, but many patients do not achieve adequate response. Seladelpar, a selective agonist of the peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor delta, has emerged as a promising novel treatment option. This review comprehensively examines the therapeutic potential of seladelpar in PBC, discussing its mechanism of action, clinical efficacy, safety profile, and implications for future treatment paradigms. Recent clinical trials suggest that seladelpar not only improves liver biochemistry but may also slow disease progression, making it a vital addition to the therapeutic arsenal against PBC.
Reshaping vitreoretinal surgery: Intraoperative optical coherence tomography as a tool for enhancing surgical decision-making in complex cases
Authors: Chang Yin-Hsi , Tan Gavin S. W. , Chou Hung-Da , Tsai Andrew S. H.
Published: December 2024

Intraoperative optical coherence tomography (iOCT) has been applied and studied in a variety of vitreoretinal surgeries for its feasibility, safety, and outcomes for years. Common scenarios include membrane peeling procedures, retinal detachments, choroidal–retinal biopsies, Argus implants, and subretinal injections. iOCT offers the surgeon a better understanding of the retinal microarchitectural changes and timely intraoperative feedback, directing a future view of precision surgery. However, this technology has not been widely adopted due to its limitations including cost, surgeons’ habits, lack of compatible equipment, software limitations, and so on. We aim to highlight the importance of iOCT in guiding clinical-relevant surgical decisions by illustrating two vitreoretinal cases that are complex and less frequently encountered.
Существование и асимптотика решений краевых задач
для систем реакция-диффузия тихоновского типа в случае смены устойчивости
Authors: Nefedov Nikolai Nikolaevich
Published: December 2024

В работе проведено исследование сингулярно возмущенных систем уравнений
реакция-диффузия в случае быстрого и медленного уравнений,
которые принято называть системами тихоновского типа.
Рассмотрен случай нарушения условия изолированности корней
вырожденного уравнения вследствие пересечения корней вырожденного уравнения.
Получены эффективные условия существования решения, приближением которого
является так называемое составное устойчивое решение вырожденной системы.
Доказательство существования решения и оценка точности
асимптотического приближения получены с помощью распространенного на этот класс задач
асимптотического метода дифференциальных неравенств.
Получены условия устойчивости по Ляпунову решений,
таких как решения соответствующих начально-краевых задач.
Библиография: 20 названий.
О корректной разрешимости дробно-операторных уравнений методом Маслова-Хевисайда
Authors: Kostin Aleksej Vladimirovich , Kostin Vladimir Alekseevich , Kostin Dmitry Vladimirovich
Published: December 2024

В работе для дробно-операторного полинома $P_n(A^\alpha)$, $\alpha\in(0,1)$, со слабо позитивным оператором $A$, действующим в банаховом пространстве, ставится и решается задача о его ограниченной обратимости, что эквивалентно корректной разрешимости по Адамару, соответствующего операторного уравнения. Задача решается методом Маслова-Хевисайда, ранее используемого авторами в случае целых степеней оператора $A$. Это позволяет получить интегральное представление обратного к $P_n(A^\alpha)$ оператора через сильно непрерывные полугруппы $U(t_1-A)$ с генератором $-A$ и указать оценку корректности на этот оператор, которая связывает тип полугруппы с корнями скалярного многочлена $P_n(x)$, называемого В. П. Масловым символом операторного многочлена $P_n(A)$.
На примерах показывается естественность применения метода Маслова-Хевисайда к исследованию корректной разрешимости задач для дифференциальных уравнений.
Библиография: 5 названий.
О лагранжевой геометрии грассманиана $\mathrm{Gr}(1, n)$
Authors: Tyurin Nikolai Andreevich
Published: December 2024

В работе представлен еще один топологический тип лагранжева подмногообразия в грассманиане $\operatorname{Gr}(1, n)$, дополняющий список примеров разной степени однородности, построенных с помощью обобщения конструкции А. Е. Миронова.
Библиография: 5 названий.
Асимптотические разложения решений $(n \times n)$-систем обыкновенных дифференциальных уравнений с большим параметром
Authors: Kosarev Alexey Pavlovich , Shkalikov Andrei Andreevich
Published: December 2024

Рассматривается $(n \times n)$-система обыкновенных дифференциальных уравнений
$$
y' - \sum_{l=0}^{m}\lambda^{-l}B_l(x)y - \lambda^{-m}C(x, \lambda)y=\lambda A(x)y,
\qquad x \in [0, 1],
\quad m \in \mathbb{N},
$$
где
$$
A=\operatorname{diag}\{a_1, …, a_n\},
\qquad B_l=\{b_{jk}^l\},
\qquad C=\{c_{jk}(\cdot, \lambda)\},
\qquad y=(y_1, …, y_n)^\top.
$$
Предполагается, что при некотором целом $m\geqslant 1$ элементы матриц $A(x)$, $B_l(x)$ - комплекснозначные функции, подчиненные условиям
\begin{gather*}
a_i \in W_1^m[0, 1],
\quad b^{0}_{ii} \in W_1^{m-1}[0, 1],
\quad b^{0}_{jk} \in W_1^{m}[0, 1],
\qquad j \ne k,
\quad i, j, k=1, …, n,

b_{jk}^{l} \in W_1^{m-l}[0, 1],
\qquad j, k=1, …, n,
\quad l=1, …, m,
\end{gather*}
где $W^k_1$ - пространства Соболева, а элементы матрицы $C(\cdot, \lambda)$ - суммируемые на отрезке $[0, 1]$ функции, причем $\|c_{ij}(\cdot, \lambda)\|_{1} \to 0$ в метрике пространства $L_1[0, 1]$ равномерно при $\lambda \to \infty$, $\lambda \in \mathbb{C}$.
Основные результаты работы уточняют и дополняют классические результаты теории Биркгофа-Тамаркина-Лангера об асимптотических разложениях фундаментальных решений указанной системы в секторах комплексной плоскости. Акцент делается на минимальных требованиях к гладкости элементов матриц системы и на предъявлении явных формул для матриц, реализующих асимптотические разложения.
Библиография: 18 названий.
Геометрический подход к оценкам снизу максимума гауссовских случайных процессов
Authors: Kashin Boris Sergeevich
Published: December 2024

В работе предложен подход к оценкам снизу математического ожидания максимума гауссовского процесса, основанный на классических результатах из геометрии выпуклых тел.
Библиография: 15 названий.
Factors determining the efficacy of AI-generated word problems for content-specific math language courses in higher education
Authors: Fleischhauer Karen , Friedrich Kate
Published: December 2024

The use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate content-specific instructional materials has attracted the interest of Language for Specific Purposes (LSP) educators in higher education, as language courses in this setting typically do not utilize a textbook, requiring the instructor to create independent materials. However, instructors are often not content experts. Collaboration between LSP instructors and content experts in the form of co-teaching is one way in which materials can be generated and benefit instructors and students alike. At the same time, creating instructional materials can be a time-consuming task and can detract from other areas of collaboration. The use of AI tools to generate mathematical content could help instructors save time, enable real-world connections and offer a variety of materials to students. This study examines the generation of word problems with the help of AI tools for a content-based mathematics language course for first-semester bachelor students pursuing a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) degree. As they form part of the final exam, a new set of word problems needs to be generated each year. While recent studies (cf. Lu et al., 2022) found that AI methods were effective in generating math word problems that were diverse, relevant, and useable, there have been no studies examining the applicability of AI-generated word problems in terms of their efficacy in an LSP setting. The action research study used screencasting to capture the math content tutors’ content analysis of AI output on math word problems and was followed by a semi-structured group interview. The results showed that word problems generated by AI were generally useful based on factors such as prompting techniques. However, limitations were observed in the areas of accuracy and consistency. Based on initial results, the report suggests first implications for use in LSP instruction and describes measures that need to be taken into account in further studies.
“Fulfilling, but demanding” – Swedish recordkeeping in transition
Authors: Sundquist Anneli , Lange Hilde
Published: December 2024

In recent decades, records management has undergone profound changes due to technological developments as well as political and organisational changes. The global view shows considerable diversity, not only between legal and administrative systems based on common law, such as those in the UK, North America and Australia, but also between systems operating under civil law. Sweden represents a special case of a civil law system, the so-called Nordic model. The purpose of this study, based on three case studies, is to analyse the recordkeeping functions in contemporary government agencies in Sweden, their responsibilities, competences and the role they play. Study findings show that most of the functions defined in international standards are implemented by Swedish government agencies, but at different levels and with different outcomes. Furthermore, there are significant differences between them, which may stem from intraorganisational arrangements. The actual work tasks focus on implementing the strategic activities of recordkeeping, providing support in upgrading skills and acquiring new knowledge, while the more routine tasks are deprioritized.
Izbica Kujawska w latach 1815-1870. Administracja, finanse i majątek miejski
Authors: Dziki Tomasz
Published: December 2024

W latach 1815-1866 Izbica administracyjnie przynależała do obwodu i powiatu kujawskiego (od 1842r.), a od 1847 r. do powiatu włocławskiego w województwie mazowieckim, następnie od 1837 r. guberni mazowieckiej, a od 1845 r. guberni warszawskiej. Po reformie administracyjnej z 1866 r. z początkiem 1867 r. Izbica znalazła się w powiecie kolskim w guberni kaliskiej. W 1866 r. miasto przestało być miastem prywatnym, a w 1870 r. na podstawie prawa z 1869 r. Izbica utraciła prawa miejskie i została przekształcona w osadę i przyłączona do gminy wiejskiej Zagrodnica, którą następnie przemianowano na gmina Izbica. Administracja miejska w Królestwie Polskim była częścią administracji państwowej, co oznaczało, że każdy burmistrz był nominowany, a nie wybierany przez społeczeństwo. Kasa miejska Izbicy długo nie posiadała, w odróżnieniu od wielu innych miast, własnych nieruchomości gminnych. W tym względzie majątek miasta najpierw był zerowy, a od 1845 r. przedstawiał się skromnie, gdyż magistrat otrzymał wtedy od właścicielki miasta dom w celu zaadaptowania go na ratusz miejski. Koszty utrzymania administracji miejskiej i realizacji inwestycji miejskich pokrywano z podatków, opłat i składem od mieszkańców. Ogólnie w omawianym okresie Izbica była jednym z większych pod względem demograficznym, miast Kujaw wschodnich. W mieście dominowała zabudowa drewniana.

Izbica Kujawska in the Years 1815-1870. Administration, Finances, And Municipal Property:
In the years 1815-1866, Izbica administratively belonged to the Kujawy region and district (since 1842), and from 1847, it belonged to the Włocławek district in the Mazovia Province, later, from 1837, to the Mazovian Governorate, and from 1845, to the Warsaw Governorate. After the territorial reform of 1866, at the beginning of 1867, Izbica was incorporated into the Koło County in the Kalisz Governorate. In 1866, the town ceased to be privately owned, and in 1870, pursuant to the law of 1869, Izbica lost its municipal rights and was transformed into a settlement, annexed to the rural district of Zagrodnica, later renamed Gmina Izbica. The municipal administration in the Kingdom of Poland was subordinated to state authority, meaning that each mayor was nominated, not elected by the community. Unlike many other towns, the municipal treasury of Izbica did not have its own properties for a long time. In this regard, the town’s assets were initially equivalent to zero, and from 1845, they were modest as the town council received a house from the town’s owner to adapt it into the town hall. The costs of maintaining municipal administration and implementing urban investments were covered by taxes, fees, and contributions from residents. Overall, during the discussed period, Izbica was one of the larger towns in terms of demographics in eastern Kujawy. The town was predominantly characterized by wooden architecture.
Życie obozowe powstańców styczniowych w Wielkopolsce wschodniej na podstawie wspomnień uczestników zrywu niepodległościowego z lat 1863-1864
Authors: Płachciński Krzysztof
Published: December 2024

W artykule omówiono organizację i sposób funkcjonowania obozów powstańczych w czasie insurekcji styczniowej w Wielkopolsce Wschodniej i pograniczu Wielkopolski i Kujaw. Ukazano życie codzienne ochotników przebywających w tych miejscach. Ponadto w tekście opisano, jakie skutki miało dla nich częste przemieszczanie się z miejsca na miejsce. Autor pisze, z jakimi trudnościami musieli się mierzyć uczestnicy walki o niepodległość z lat 1863-1864 i jak sobie z nimi radzili. W pracy przedstawiono także wpływ warunków atmosferycznych na życie powstańców w obozach. Opisano również, jak w warunkach obozowych spędzano wolny czas, radzono sobie z brakiem broni i różnymi chorobami.

Camp Life of January Uprisers in Eastern Greater Poland Based on the Memories of Participants of the Independence Uprising of 1863-1864:
The article discusses the organization and functioning of insurgent camps during the January Uprising in Eastern Greater Poland and the border of Greater Poland and Kujawy. The everyday life of volunteers staying in these places was shown. Moreover, the text describes the effects of frequent moving from place to place on them. The author writes about the difficulties that the participants of the fight for independence in 1863-1864 had to face and how they dealt with them. The work also presents the impact of weather conditions on the life of insurgents in the camps. It also describes how free time was spent in the camp, how people coped with the lack of weapons and various diseases.
Ruch sportowy w garnizonie kaliskim w latach 1918-1939
Authors: Jaroszewski Julian
Published: December 2024

W artykule opisano ruch sportowy na terenie garnizonu kaliskiego. Zapoczątkowany w latach 20 XX wieku w wojskowych klubach sportowych, kształtował umiejętności wykorzystywane w szkoleniu bojowym. Od 1930 r. sport wojskowy skoncentrowany został w wielosekcyjnym WKS „Prosna” Kalisz, zrzeszającym żołnierzy zawodowych, poborowych oraz osoby cywilne. Obok doskonalenia sprawności utylitarnych (strzelectwo, jeździectwo, szermierka i lekkoatletyka), rozwiał indywidualne zainteresowania członków. Poprzez przynależność do związków sportowych umożliwiał udział w ogólnopolskiej sportowej rywalizacji.

Sports Movement in the Kalisz Garrison in 1918-1939:
This article describes sports movement on the premises of Kalisz garrison. Started in 1920s in military sports clubs, it shaped skills used in combat training. From 1930 military sport was concentrated in multi-section WKS “Prosana” Kalisz, gathering military professionals, conscript soldiers and civilians. Apart from perfecting utilitarian skills (shooting, horse riding, fencing and athletics ) it developed its members’ individual interests. Affiliation to sports associations enabled participation in Polish nationwide sporting competition.
Antykomunistyczne konspiracyjne inicjatywy młodzieżowe w powiecie kaliskim w latach 1947-1954
Authors: Bereszyński Zbigniew
Published: December 2024

W latach 1946-1947 komuniści stopniowo rozprawili się z legalną opozycją polityczną spod znaku Polskiego Stronnictwa Ludowego. Ogłoszona w ślad za tym amnestia okazała się druzgocącym ciosem dla podziemia kontynuującego działalność z okresu drugiej wojny światowej. W tej sytuacji szczególnego znaczenia zaczęła nabierać opozycyjna działalność wśród młodzieży dorastającej już w okresie powojennym. Postępująca sowietyzacja życia społecznego w Polsce spotykała się z rozmaitymi przejawami sprzeciwu i oporu w tych środowiskach. Konsekwencją tego były podejmowane spontanicznie próby działalności konspiracyjnej wśród młodzieży szkolnej. Inicjatywy takie rodziły się również w powiecie kaliskim. Nie stanowiły one poważnego zagrożenia dla systemu komunistycznego, ale ówczesny aparat władzy bynajmniej ich nie lekceważył, a skutkiem tego były działania represyjne z jego strony. Problematykę tę przedstawiono na przykładzie dziewięciu różnych inicjatyw konspiracyjnych z lat 1947-1954.

Anti-communist Conspirative Youth Initiatives in Kalisz County in the Years 1947-1954:
In the years 1946–1947, the communists gradually dealt with the legal political opposition of the Polish People’s Party. The amnesty announced subsequently turned out to be a devastating blow to the underground continuing its activities from the period of World War II. In this situation, opposition activities among young people growing up in the post-war period began to become particularly important. The progressive Sovietization of social life in Poland was met with various manifestations of opposition and resistance in these circles. The consequence of this was spontaneous attempts at conspiratorial activity among school youth. Such initiatives were also born in the Kalisz district. They did not constitute a serious threat to the communist system, but the power apparatus of that time did not underestimate them, and this resulted in repressive actions on its part. These issues are presented on the example of nine different conspiratorial initiatives from 1947-1954.
Metryki chrztów, ślubów i zgonów szlachty w parafiach Koźminek i Lisków z XVIII wieku. Materiały do genealogii szlachty powiatu kaliskiego – część II
Authors: Dziembowski Piotr Maciej
Published: December 2024

W artykule przedstawiono 220 wypisów z ksiąg metrykalnych parafii katolickiej w Koźminku i w Liskowie z XVIII wieku. Wypisy dotyczą chrztów (136), ślubów (29) i zgonów (55) osób pochodzenia szlacheckiego. Podjęto również próbę ustalenia filiacji osób występujących w zapisach. Artykuł oparty o materiał źródłowy, stanowi materiał wyjściowy do genealogii szlachty powiatu kaliskiego.

Registers of Baptism, Weddings and Death of Nobility in the Parishes of KoźMinek and Lisków From the 18 TH Century. Materials for Genealogy of the Nobility of the Kalisz County – Part II:
This article contains 220 extracts from the parish register of the Catolical Church in Koźminek and Lisków in the 18 th century. Records apply baptisms (136), marriages (29) and funeral (55) of persons of the szlachta (nobility) descent. An attempt was also made to determine the affiliation of persons appearing in the records. The article based on source material serve genealogical information about the nobility of the Kalisz county.
Pobyt Naczelnika Państwa Józefa Piłsudskiego w Kaliszu w dniu 15 maja 1921 r. w świetle publikacji „Gazety Kaliskiej” – materiały źródłowe
Authors: Durka Jarosław
Published: December 2024

Artykuł przedstawia opracowane materiały źródłowe dotyczące wizyty Naczelnika Państwa Józefa Piłsudskiego w Kaliszu w dniu 15 maja 1921 r. Są to ogłoszenia i relacje prasowe z „Gazety Kaliskiej”. Są cennym źródłem historycznym, gdyż w szczegółach przedstawiają przebieg wizyty Marszałka, a także przedstawiają osoby zaangażowane w organizację i przebieg uroczystości. Głównym powodem przyjazdu Piłsudskiego było wręczenie sztandaru 29 Pułkowi Strzelców Kaniowskich i odznaczenie żołnierzy. Naczelnik Państwa spotkał się również z władzami Kalisza i lokalnymi działaczami społecznym, wśród których znaleźli się przedstawiciele życia gospodarczego w mieście i w okolicach. W opracowaniu przybliżono dane biograficzne poszczególnych osób, bardziej lub dotąd już całkiem zapomnianych. Do sporządzenia niektórych notek biograficznych w przypisach wykorzystano materiały archiwalne.

The Stay of the Chief of State Józef PiłSudski in Kalisz on 15 May 1921 in the Light of Texts Published by the 'Gazeta Kaliska' Newspaper – Source Materials:
This article presents compiled source materials concerning the visit of the Chief of State Józef Piłsudski to Kalisz on 15 May 1921. These are announcements and press reports from the ‘Gazeta Kaliska’ newspaper. They constitute a valuable historical source as they describe in detail the course of the Marshal’s visit and the people involved in organising and conducting the ceremony. The main reason for Piłsudski’s arrival was the presentation of a banner to the 29th Kaniowski Rifle Regiment and the decoration of soldiers. The Chief of State also met with Kalisz authorities and local social activists, including representatives of economic life in the town and its surroundings. The study provides biographical details of specific, more or less forgotten figures. Archival material was used to prepare some of the biographical notes in the footnotes.
Reimbursement of Election Expenses System, Election Expense, Public Official Election Campaign Management System, Election Campaign, Total Expense Reimbursement, Itemized Expense Reimbursement
Authors:   National Public Law Review, Bae Jeonghun
Published: December 2024

The reimbursement of election expenses system refers to a mechanism that reimburses candidates and others for expenses incurred from lawful election activities after election day. According to the current reimbursement system, expenses are reimbursed post-election, with eligibility and the amount of reimbursement varying based on the percentage of votes received.
According to the current Public Official Election Act, it appears that the total amount spent on election campaigns is eligible for reimbursement. However, in practice, only expenses related to legally permitted campaign methods are reimbursed. This restricts candidates from freely conducting campaigns and compels adherence to government-sanctioned methods of campaigning. Additionally, as the scope of permitted campaign activities expands, the burden on public expenditure continues to increase. Furthermore, the requirement to meet a vote percentage threshold poses disadvantages to political newcomers and minority candidates compared to established politicians.
To address these issues within the current election expense reimbursement system, it is necessary to ensure freedom in election campaigns and guarantee equal opportunities for campaign activities, especially for political minorities. To this end, the following aspects could be considered: lowering the vote percentage requirement, improving the scope and methods of reimbursement to support political minorities, and eliminating redundancies with other election expense support systems.
Diseño experimental para monitoreo de parámetros vehiculares a fin de caracterizar formas típicas de conducción
Authors: Oropeza Rogelio González , Pineda Francisco González , Puertos José Fernando García
Published: December 2024

Como es de conocimiento general en el ámbito de los Motores de Combustión Interna (MCI) los ciclos de manejo, que son una forma típica de conducción en una cierta zona o ciudad, constituyen una herramienta fundamental para medir emisiones contaminantes y otras evaluaciones como el consumo de combustible, o aditivos y dispositivos diversos para el motor, o incluso, el desempeño de un vehículo con tren motriz de nueva tecnología. Tomando lo anterior como contexto, se puede decir que al construir un ciclo de manejo es importante tomar en cuenta todos los detalles, desde el diseño experimental hasta la definición del perfil de velocidades final, pasando por la elección de la muestra representativa de vehículos y la instrumentación adecuada para el muestreo. En el caso particular de la Ciudad de México, tenemos la oportunidad de contar con la información de la Tabla Maestra, que es un registro los vehículos en circulación que acuden a medir la concentración de gases contaminantes que salen del motor, como control de contaminación atmosférica por fuentes móviles, que ha impuesto el gobierno de la ciudad. Otra circunstancia que favoreció esta investigación es el diseño de un sistema electrónico no invasivo, para registrar las coordenadas de los vehículos al desplazarse, su velocidad y la pendiente del camino.
Estrategias psicopedagógicas para la inclusión de estudiantes con Trastorno del Espectro Autista en el aula regular
Authors: Campelo Carolina Maritza Mendoza , Figueroa Rosaura Manuela Mayea , Benites Karina Betzabeth Pozo , Bajaña Pedro Julio Rizzo , Freire Laura Nohelia Villagómez , Litardo Cristina Isabel Monard
Published: December 2024

Este estudio explora las estrategias psicopedagógicas diseñadas para mejorar la inclusión de estudiantes con trastorno del espectro autista (TEA) en aulas regulares. A medida que las escuelas buscan promover entornos inclusivos, el desafío de integrar a estudiantes con TEA en el aula general sigue siendo significativo debido a sus necesidades únicas en comunicación, interacción social y aprendizaje. Este estudio examina una variedad de enfoques y prácticas que han demostrado ser efectivas en la facilitación de la participación y el éxito académico de estos estudiantes. El artículo se basa en una revisión exhaustiva de la literatura reciente, destacando estrategias clave como las adaptaciones curriculares personalizadas, el uso de apoyos visuales y tecnologías asistidas, y la implementación de metodologías de aprendizaje cooperativo. Se discute cómo estas técnicas ayudan a crear un entorno de aprendizaje más accesible y equitativo, mejorando tanto el rendimiento académico como las habilidades sociales de los estudiantes con TEA. Además, se aborda la importancia de la capacitación docente en la aplicación efectiva de estas estrategias, subrayando la necesidad de formación continua para los educadores en prácticas inclusivas. A través de un análisis de estudios recientes, el artículo proporciona recomendaciones prácticas para los profesionales de la educación y los responsables de políticas, con el objetivo de fomentar una inclusión educativa auténtica y efectiva. Las conclusiones enfatizan la importancia de una colaboración estrecha entre docentes, psicopedagogos y familias para apoyar a los estudiantes con TEA en su desarrollo académico y social dentro del aula regular.
Enhancing Corporate Philanthropy Through Board Competency and Financial Health: Accelerating Progress Towards Sustainable
Authors: Ahmad Raja Adzrin Raja , Sata Fazrul Hanim Abd , Azmi Nurul Azlin , Zainon Saunah , Probohudono Agung Nur
Published: December 2024

Objective: This study aims to examine the effect of board competency and financial health on corporate philanthropic activities in achieving SDGs.
 
Theoretical Framework: The stakeholder theory stands out as providing a solid basis for understanding the context of philanthropic activities aimed at promoting Good Health and Well-Being (SDG 3), Quality Education (SDG4), Reduced Inequalities (SDG 10), and Climate Action (SDG13).
 
Method: The population consists of 1,023 listed firms from 2018 – 2023. After excluding insufficient data on donation, the final sample consists of 391 firm-year observations.
 
Results and Discussion: We found that board competency plays a significant role in the investment in philanthropic activities. Besides that, firms with higher profitability increase their investment in donations, and there is a tendency for firms to mask their solvency through donation activities to attract future investors.
 
Research Implications: This research's practical and theoretical implications are discussed, providing insights into how the results can be applied or influence practices in philanthropy. Our study provides valuable insights for firms and stakeholders on the stability of the firms, which is crucial to determining the total philanthropic investment among firms.
 
Originality/Value: This study is unique in that it examines the firm’s financial health concerning philanthropic charity donations.
Analysis on Concept of AI Literacy According and Future Education to the Result of Systematic Review
Authors: Zhang Ke , Li Lei , Yu Hsin-Chang
Published: December 2024

Introduction: AI is booming, and AI literacy has become a core competency necessary for exceptional talent. Therefore, how to promote national AI literacy in future education has become a global focus. Thus, this study uses a systematic review method to explore the definition and needs of AI literacy, frameworks, and literature on future education to summarize and analyze. The results show that the definition of AI literacy has not been standardized, AI literacy is a necessary skill for people, the scope of the application still needs to be further subdivided, as well as the education model in the future needs to be reformed as well. The results of the study not only contribute to the in-depth development of AI literacy theories but also provide insights and guidance to relevant organizations, as well as contribute to the establishment of sustainable development, which is of value and contribution. Finally, it is suggested that future research should explore more about the definition and scope of AI literacy, to fully promote the development of the theory and thus enhance the core skills that citizens must possess.
 
Objective: The purpose of this study is to use a systematic review method to sort out the relevant literature from 3 aspects: concept, scope, and future education to clarify the research lineage and reflect the current status of AI literacy research.
 
Theoretical Framework: This study uses a systematic review approach to explore the current state of AI literacy research.
 
Method: This study adopts the systematic review method to collect research results systematically and comprehensively, evaluates the literature according to the principles and methods set in advance, and analyses the literature that meets the criteria after screening it, so as to obtain comprehensive conclusions.
 
Results and Discussion: AI technology offers a whole new range of possibilities for education, changing the traditional teaching mode and learning experience, including providing personalized learning, instructional support and aids, teaching Management and Decision Support, distance education and online learning, language learning and special education, enrichment and diversity of educational resources, and coping with the future.
 
Research Implications: By comprehensively and systematically analyzing the concept, scope, and three aspects of future education of AI literacy, this study not only contributes to the in-depth development of this theory but, at the same time, has certain practical implications and also provides practical insights and guidance for relevant organizations.
 
Originality/Value: This study uses the systematic review method to comprehensively and systematically analyze the concept, scope, and future education of AI literacy in three aspects, which systematically illustrate the current status and dilemma of AI literacy and effectively promote the development of AI literacy with great contribution.
Body Mass Index and Waist Circumference as Parameters of Diabetes Mellitus in Nursing Homes with HBA1C Indicators: Contributing to Ensure Healthy Lives and Promote Well-Being for All at All Age
Authors: Maulina Nora , Sawitri Harvina , Nadira Cut Sidrah , Rahayu Mulyati Sri , Arvinda Aufa Dery , Lubis Rojulan Ilham Habibi
Published: December 2024

Objectives: The purpose of this study was to determine the value of BMI and waist circumference with HbA1c levels as indicators for determining the diagnosis of type 2 DM in the elderly.
 
Framework: The health of the elderly requires special attention due to the decline of various organ functions like chronic diseases. Among all chronic diseases, Diabetes mellitus is one of the diseases that are frequently observed and found especially in nursing homes.
 
Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted involving 55 older people who live in nursing home. Waist circumference and BMI was measured directly. HbA1c testing was performed in the laboratory.
 
Results: It can be concluded that the average age of the elderly in nursing homes is 56 years old with an average waist circumference of 91.76 cm, an average BMI of 24.74, an average HbA1c level of 7.77%, and most of them are female (96.4%). Gender did not correlate with HbA1c level (pv = 0.17). While age had poor correlation (r = 0.32) and waist circumference and BMI had strong correlation with HbA1c ( r = 0.60; 0.76).
 
Conclusions: Waist circumference and BMI can be used as a predictive factors for diabetes mellitus in elderly at nursing home.
The Power of “YET”: Growth Mindset
Authors: NICOLA Roxana
Published: December 2024

In educational systems where students must complete numerous subjects to graduate, alternative
assessment methods may offer significant benefits. Rather than assigning failing grades, teachers
could instead use the phrase “not yet” to indicate that students have room for improvement. This
approach aligns with Carol Dweck’s theory on the power of “not yet,” which suggests that fostering
a growth mindset can motivate students to persist and improve. We conducted a study among
Romanian students to examine the impact of alternative assessment forms and of the sandwich
feedback technique on learning outcomes. Our findings corroborate Dweck’s conclusions,
demonstrating that emphasizing progress over static grading enhances academic performance and
reduces dropout rates. This study suggests that adopting a growth-oriented evaluation model could
serve as a viable strategy for educational reform, particularly in systems with high course
requirements for graduation.
An Ideal Classroom as Depicted by Pre-service English Teachers
Authors:   Sapientia Hungarian University of Transylvania, Dégi Zsuzsanna , T. BALLA Ágnes ,   University of Szeged
Published: December 2024

Recently, more and more studies have focused on analysing the
development of teacher trainees in order to examine the influence of their
past experiences on learning and teaching, to follow trainees’ professional
identity development, and to see how teacher training courses and actual
teaching experiences contribute to trainees’ transformative learning.
The present article discusses teacher trainees’ envisioning of their ideal
future lesson. Data was collected in February 2022, at a time when teacher
trainees were still ahead of their English teaching methodology course.
Trainees’ visual and written narratives reveal that they are able to visualize
a future ideal class most often relying on their previous language learning
experiences. Trainees’ narratives were analysed focusing on the way they see
themselves as teachers, how they imagine an ideal learning environment,
and how they depict classroom interaction.
The obtained results imply that the main aim of trainees’ ideal lesson is to
create a pleasant, stress-free learning environment so that their learners not
be anxious or afraid to share their ideas and express themselves.
Walking a Tightrope between Languages: Challenges in Translating Atwood’s Hag-Seed. A Case Study on the Romanian and Hungarian Translations
Authors:   Sapientia Hungarian University of Transylvania, Pál Enikő , Pieldner Judit ,   Sapientia Hungarian University of Transylvania
Published: December 2024

Literary translation, in general, has its own multiple difficulties; many of the challenges in translating Margaret Atwood’s Hag-Seed are due in particular to its transtextuality (juggling through a rhizomatic nexus of texts, eminently Shakespeare’s The Tempest, rewritten into a contemporary story) and its multilayered complexity (employing multiple voices and registers, mixing styles and genres, combining prose and verse) that make the novel an exquisite case of adaptation and recontextualization (Pál and Pieldner 2023). These peculiarities may be the source of several dilemmas of translators who have engaged in translating the novel. The aim of this research is to compare two translations of the novel in order to shed light on the possible options the translators had, as well as on their possible motivations when resorting to particular solutions in different situations. The comparative study of the translators’ choices encompasses the translation of intertextual elements (title, chapter titles, direct quotes, and covert references to Shakespeare and other authors), verse inserts that constitute a major originality of Atwood’s text as well as the stylistic chords it plays, in between the vernacular and the formal, the grave and the jocular. In doing so, we would focus on whether it is possible to delineate a certain “concept(ion)” of translation adopted by the Hungarian and the Romanian translators, whether there are any common solutions/techniques that correspond to certain translation traditions, and whether or to what extent each translator is free in choosing their path, resulting in disparate reading experiences.