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Halloween y Scream: El miedo de antes y el de ahora
Authors: Anchante Camila , Cervantes Gabriela , Gil Andrea , Mestanza4 Diego , Ramírez Grecia
Published: January 2025

El presente texto se centra en un análisis comparativo de los elementos transhistóricos de las primeras películas de “Halloween” (Carpenter, 1978) y “Scream” (Craven, 1996) con sus respectivas entregas del año 2022. Se toman como referencias la profundidad en la construcción del asesino serial, la simbología detrás la máscara y el modus operandi de cómo acecha a sus víctimas, así como la construcción que tiene el personaje de la final girl, el rol moral que cumple ella dentro de las películas en comparación con el resto de personajes y su conexión con el asesino.
ESSE I IDENTITET: SVETI AVGUSTIN O BIVSTVOVANJU
Authors: POPOVIĆ UNA
Published: January 2025

Metafizička misao sv. Avgustina orijentisana je oko pojma esse, odnosno oko pojma bivstvovanja. Ovaj pojam Avgustin koristi kao filozofsku naznaku za samog Boga, ali ga takođe primenjuje i na stvorenja. Višeznačnost pojma esse u centru je razmatranja u radu: ona se analizira kako u pogledu na Boga kao referenta ovog pojma, tako i u pogledu na poreklo njegove konstitucije u ljudskom razumu. U radu zastupamo tezu da je višeznačnost ključna i konstitutivna odlika Avgustinovog pojma esse, kao i da je, posledično, identitet božanskog esse njen uslov mogućnosti.
POSLOVNA ETIKA I DI DŽORDŽOVI PODSTICAJI U ODNOSU NA MORALNU ODGOVORNOST, VRLINU I MORALNO REZONOVANJE
Authors: MURATOVIĆ ESKO
Published: January 2025

Di Džordžova koncepcija poslovne etike slovi kao uspješan pokušaj da se, u kontekstu savremene primijenjene etike, uoče stepen i suština moralne odgovornosti – spremnosti da se polože računi, da se vrlina prepoznaje kao odličje koje društveno-moralno iskustvo čini smisaonim i da moralno rasuđivanje iznova dokazuje i pokazuje poznavanje relevantnih činjenica na sebi svojstven, neposredan način. Ovaj rad ima za cilj da se, posredstvom kritičko-filozofske refleksije morala, i pored često prisutne sklonosti nemoralne prakse da bude iznad trenda etičkog vrednovanja, prikažu načini preko kojih se poslovni moral može izgraditi i imati važnu ulogu u svijetu poslovanja iz perspektive etičko-normativne ravni.
POLITIČKA FILOZOFIJA NEOKONZERVATIVIZMA
Authors: PEROVIĆ MILENKO A.
Published: January 2025

Autor razmatra filozofije, političke, socijalne i ekonomske aspekte neokonzervativizma kao jedne od dominantnih ideologija današnjeg vremena u njenim unilateralnim geopolitičkim tendencijama. Posebnu kritičku pažnju usmjerava na stavove Frensisa Fukujame i Samuela Hantingtona koji su pokušavali projekciji neoimperijalističke atlantističke pretenzije gospodarenja svijetom dati filozofsko ruho.
PROBLEM KRIZE
Authors: TODOROVIĆ TANJA
Published: January 2025

Na samom početku rada autorka pokazuje osnove Gasetove filozofske pozicije. Na njihovom temelju se promišlja problem krize. Ona predstavlja gubitak horizonta u kome se Ja (Yo) nalazi izgubljeno u okolnostima (circunstancia). U drugom delu rada se razmatraju osnove Patočkine filozofske pozicije. Autorka poredi racional-vitalizam i a-subjektivnu fenomenologiju. Pokazuje se da krizu odlikuje gubitak apsolutnog smisla. Savremena filozofija pokazuje da apsolutnog smisla nema i da ga ne može biti. To znači da smisao mora da se stvara iz novih okolnosti. Zadatak filozofije je da u istima pokaže ulogu istorije filozofije koja ne može da bude zanemarena. Na samom kraju se uviđa da briga za dušu mora ići ispred naivnog preuzimanja smisla.
PROLEGOMENA ZA NIČEOV BASNOSLOVNI NAUK
Authors: TATALOVIĆ NIKOLA
Published: January 2025

Rad predstavlja predradnju vođenu pitanjem moguće pripadnosti Ničeovog dela ezopovskoj tradiciji. Prvi deo rada provodi čitanje Ničeove filozofije kao „obrnutog platonizma” u pogledu na razumevanje slike kao obećanja pojma kod Platona, a zarad ukazivanja na intimnost Ničeovog i Platonovog stila pisanja. Drugi deo rada kroz razgovor sa interpretacijama Ničea koje polaze od opšte teze sve-pričanja nastoji da se izbori za konkretnost basne i njenu vezanost za sudbinu filozofskog pisma. Treći deo rada u tri poteza ocrtava vezu basne i Ničeovog pisma: konkretizacijom basnolikosti Platonovog i Ničeovog pisma, izlaganjem strukture basne i ukazivanjem na značaj pitanja šta znači da u basni životinja govori?
HEGELOVO RAZUMEVANJE PSIHOLOGIJE
Authors: RAJKOVIĆ MARICA
Published: January 2025

Cilj teksta je da se prikažu ključne karakteristike i specifičnosti Hegelovog razumevanja psihologije. Osnovna tema i polazište celokupnog istraživanja jeste Hegelov koncept prema kojem psihologija ne bi trebalo da bude znanost o duši, kako se kroz svoju istoriju konstituisala, nego znanost o duhu. To polazište ujedno znači i potpuno preokretanje smisla i ciljeva psihologije, koja bi umesto duševno-emocionalnom stranom trebalo da se bavi duhovnim fenomenima i duhovnim ustrojstvom svesti. Na taj način psihološki procesi i metodologija njihovog ispitivanja dobijaju potpuno drugačiju osnovu i strukturu, koja je mogla u potpunosti da izmeni kurs istorijskog razvoja psihologije kao samostalne discipline. Ideju da je psihologija znanost koja je zasnovana na pogrešnim osnovama i da njen autentični predmet treba da bude drugačiji treba razumeti ne toliko kao nepopravljivu grešku, koliko kao mogućnost koju filozofija i psihologija još uvek nisu izgubile.
RIKEROVO TROSTRUKO RAZUMEVANJE MIMESIS-A U SVETLU NARATIVNOG METODA
Authors: MIĆIĆ NEMANJA
Published: January 2025

Primarna intencija teksta je razmatranje Rikerovog trostrukog razumevanja pojma mimesis-a, sa dvostrukim ciljem. Sa jedne strane, ukazuje se na značaj koji centralni elementi Rikerove trotomne studije mogu imati za kreiranje tzv. „narativnog metoda“, koji bi trebalo da ukaže na temeljno pripovedni karakter jezika. Sa druge strane, tako konstruisani narativni metod se pokazuje kao povratno primenljiv na samog Rikera, odnosno, samo polazište, u ovom slučaju. Rezultat takvog unakrsnog kretanja predstavlja ovaj rad.
METAFILOZOFSKE EKSPLIKACIJE: ILI, „KAKO METAFILOZOFIRATI?”
Authors: ŠEGRT STANISLAV
Published: January 2025

(Metafilozofija i pitanja znanstvene metodologije, radovi petog Okruglog stola Odsjeka za filozofiju, Filozofski fakultet Sveučilišta u Zagrebu, 2020.)
HEGEL I IZVORNA ISTORIOGRAFIJA
Authors: ATANASKOVIĆ LAZAR
Published: January 2025

Ovaj rad predstavlja uvodnu tematizaciju takozvane izvorne istoriografije iz Hegelovih Uvoda za Predavanja iz filozofije svetske istorije. Rad počinje sa problematizacijom Hegelove terminološke invencije Die ursprüngliche Geschichte, upućujući na do kraja nejasan status izvornosti istoričara koje Hegel opisuje ovim pridevom. Izvornost kao pojam kojim Hegel pokušava da objasni delatnost prvih istoričara u radu je izložena kroz traganje za specifičnim određenjem istoriografske prakse, a na tragu Hegelovog opisa delatnosti prvih istoričara kao tvoraca trajnih duhovnih predstava koje konstituišu zajedničko pamćenje. Odatle, u skladu sa specifičnim formulacijama iz Hegelovih Uvoda, delatnost izvornih istoričara dalje biva tumačena kao praksa prenošenja prolaznog sadržaja opažanja u medijum trajne predstave. Poslednje upućuje na značaj razumevanja Hegelove teorije sećanja i pamćenja za dalju interpretaciju njegove teorije istoriografije.
KORIŠĆENJE IKT U SRPSKO-RUSINSKIM ŠKOLAMA U VOJVODINI
Authors: Ilić Silvia
Published: January 2025

Predmet istraživanja ovog rada obuhvata analizu mogućnosti i potrebe za uvođenjem informaciono-komunikacionih tehnologija (IKT) i Interneta u nastavni proces kao i stavove i mišljenja nastavnika o korišćenju IKT, multimedijalnih tehnologija i Interneta u nastavi. Istraživanje je sprovedeno tokom 2015/16. školske godine u 66 osnovnih škola širom autonomne pokrajine Vojvodine. Trenutno se u Vojvodini pored srpskog jezika koristi 5 službenih jezika nacionalnih manjina (mađarski, rusinski, rumunski, slovački i hrvatski). U istraživanju su učestvovale jednojezične, dvojezične i trojezične škole. Škole su izabrane tako da se stekne uvid o korišćenju IKT resursa na svim jezicima nacionalnih manjina kao i na srpskom jeziku. U istraživanju o primeni IKT u nastavi u osnovnim školama učestvovalo je 876 nastavnika. Shodno cilju istraživanja, nastavnici su podeljeni u dve grupe prema nastavnim predmetima koje predaju: IT (nastavnici informatike i nastavnici tehničko-informatičkog predmeta) i NIT (nastavnici drugih predmeta). Itraživanje stavova učenika koji se odnose na korišćenje IKT sprovedeno je tradicionalnim načinom anketiranja putem papirnog upitnika, koji je sadržao 20 pitanja. Upitnik je popunilo ukupno 7007 učenika iz 66 osnovne škole na području Vojvodine. Odabrani su učenici sedmog i osmog razreda osnovnih škola.
Cilj ovog istraživanja obuhvata prikaz trenutnog stanja u korišćenju IKT u školama na osvrt u i u rusinskim školama u Vojvodini kao i na svim zvaničnim jezicima nacionalnih manjina, i težnju da se ukaže na postojeće probleme i nedostatke, kao i adekvatan predlog rešenja za poboljšanje postojećeg stanja i prevazilaženje uočenih problema.
ОРЕСТ ВЛАСОВ ПРО РУСИНІВ-УКРАЇНЦІВ ЮГОСЛАВІЇ (ЗА МАТЕРІАЛАМИ ЛИСТУВАННЯ З О.МИШАНИЧЕМ У 1967-1970 РР.)
Authors: Румянцев Олег
Published: January 2025

У статті розглянуто ставлення українського поета Ореста Власова до культурного розвитку українців (русинів) Югославії. Зокрема йдеться про вплив греко-католицького духовенства на українську громаду, про політику видавництва “Руске слово”, про питання ідентичності русинів Югославії. Описано чинники, що вплинули на процес становлення поглядів Ореста Власова. Матеріал засновано на кореспонденції з українським науковцем Олексою Мишаничем.
ДЇЄСЛОВА ДУМАНЯ У РУСКИМ И РУСИЙСКИМ ЯЗИКУ
Authors: Венчельовски Марияна
Published: January 2025

Ядро менталних дїєсловох представяю дїєслова думаня, котри маю шлїдуюце значенє ,,думац т.є. витвориц процес думаня”. Дїєслова думаня описую процеси и пременки, котри ше случую у нашей свидомосци. У руским язику за дїєслова думаня можеме пренайсц шлїдуюци термини: ,,дїєслова умних процесох”, ,,ментални дїєслова”, а у русийскей литератури: глаголы мысли, глаголы мышления; глаголы ментальной деятельности. На тоту тему написане вельке число наукових роботох у русийскей литератури, алє у рускей литератури нє пренаходзиме подобни роботи. У тим виглєдованю хасновали зме контрастивни метод.
ПАВИЋ И ПУШКИН: АСПЕКТИ ПОЕТИЧКИХ СРОДНОСТИ
Authors: Рајевић Бојан Р.
Published: January 2025

У раду се полази од више околности које доводе у везу стваралачке опусе Милорада Павића и Александра Сергејевича Пушкина. Павић је преводилац Пушкина, приређивач његових дјела, пише есеје о њему, као и предговоре његовим књигама, Пушкин се појављује као јунак у Павићевој прози, али не само он, већ и људи из Пушкиновог окружења, као и Пушкинов афрички прадјед и ликови из Пушкинових дјела истовремено постоје и као јунаци у Павићевом свијету. Павићева опсесија Пушкином одразила се и на сâму структуру његове прозе, па се у Павићевом дјелу дају сагледати бројне поетичке сродности са руским писцем. Сродности се у раду анализирају кроз различите аспекте и то: однос према жанру, однос према читаоцу, однос према тексту, однос стварности и фикције, однос према игри, коцки, картама, картању, гатању, енциклопедичности.
ELEMENTI FANTASTIČNOG U FORMALNIM I STILSKIM OBELEŽJIMA „ORLE“ GIJA DE MOPASANA
Authors: Janković Jelena D.
Published: January 2025

Uzimajući rad Uvod u fantastičnu književnost Cvetana Todorova za osnov definicije pojma fantastičnog, u tekstu istražujemo da li priča „Orla“ Gija de Mopasana ima karakteristike fantastičnog. Komparativnom metodom ispitujemo da li, i u kolikoj meri, i prva verzija „Orle“ iz 1886. godine i druga verzija iz 1887. pripadaju fantastičnoj književnosti, oslanjajući se na odrednice iz rečnika i mišljenja francuske i srpske književne kritike, ograničavajući se na dva područja analize: različitu formalnu strukturu ovih verzija i drugačiji stil koji se u njima javlja. Ovaj tekst može poslužiti u daljim istraživanjima književnog dela Gija de Mopasana, pre svega onim koja se bave njegovim fantastičnim pričama.
МОТИВ ОЧИЈУ У „ЧУДУ У СИЛОАМУ“ БОРИСЛАВА ПЕКИЋА
Authors: Михаиловић Милош Д.
Published: January 2025

Време чуда Борислава Пекића, засновано на полемици са јеванђељским наративом о животу и посланству Исуса Христа, спада у ред књижевних остварења која почивају на густој интертекстуалној мрежи која повезује векове и културе. У овом раду, анализирајући повест „Чудо у Силоаму“, елаборираћемо на који начин Пекић ступа у интеракцију са традицијом читања Библије и како његово дело није само директна реакција на прототекст, већ и на његову доминантну интерпретацију. Упоредићемо „Чудо у Силоаму“ са Цамблаковим житијем Стефана Дечанског и указати на бројне подударности у житијном наративу и Пекићевом античуду, које говоре да је своју повест формирао према моделу хагиографије. На крају, успоставићемо паралелу између Пекића и његовог претходника Леонида Андрејева, чије су приче „Елеазар“, „Јуда Искариотски“ и „Бен-Товит“ поставиле образац по ком ће Борислав Пекић градити повести Времена чуда.
РАЗМАТРАЊЕ ПОСТУПКА КОМИЧКЕ АНТРОПОМОРФИЗАЦИЈЕ ЖИВОТИЊА И ПРЕДМЕТА У РОМАНУ ПОП ЋИРА И ПОП СПИРА (1898) СТЕВАНА СРЕМЦА
Authors: Радоичић Милан Б.
Published: January 2025

Предмет рада јесте разматрање поступка комичке антропоморфизације животиња и предмета у роману Поп Ћира и поп Спира (1898) Стевана Сремца, уз истицање поетичке сличности са приповетком Кир Герас (1903). Полазећи од претпоставке да Сремац не прави суштинску разлику при портретисању људи и животиња у свом роману Поп Ћира и поп Спира, па и шире у свом хумористичком приповедању, настојали смо да покажемо на који начин је комично обликовање портрета животиња и предмета посредством њихове антропоморфизације и персонификације допринело хумору Сремчеве нарације. Битно место посвећено је релацијама које писац успоставља између ликова и животиња из њиховог непосредног окружења. Размотрени су и механизми којима се обликовао Сремчев доброћудни романескни смех. Успелу употребу стилских фигура, персонификације, поређења и ироније, размотрили смо на примеру најупечатљивијих портрета: патка, мачорâ и зидног сата. У завршном делу рада дат је кратак осврт на особену аутентичност коју доноси реалистичка поетика Стевана Сремца, разликујући овог писца од домаћих стваралаца исте епохе. Сматрамо да су ови стилски поступци допринели сликовитости Сремчевог израза, начинивши га тако једним од писаца најпогоднијих за транспоновање у модерне и савремене медије.
ЖИВОТИЊЕ КАО НОСИОЦИ ИНТЕРТЕКСТУАЛНИХ ПОТЕНЦИЈАЛА: ТУГА ЈЕ ПЕРНАТО СТВОРЕЊЕ МАКСА ПОРТЕРА И УХВАТИ ЗЕЦА ЛАНЕ БАСТАШИЋ
Authors: Матин Сара Ж.
Published: January 2025

У раду се указује на интертекстуални потенцијал који у књижевним делима имају животиње, а који се може контекстуализовати, односно истраживати са становишта књижевне анималистике. Служећи се интертекстуалном теоријом, пре свега појмовима словеначког теоретичара Марка Јувана, истражује се жанровски хибридно дело Туга је пернато створење британског аутора Макса Портера (1981) и роман Ухвати зеца Лане Басташић (1986). У случају Портеровог дела главни предложак новонасталог текста је дело Теда Хјузa Врана: из живота и певања Вране. У делу Лане Басташић кључне ће бити релације које се успостављају ка Алиси у земљи чуда Луиса Керола и слици „Млади зец“ Албрехта Дирера. У раду настојимо да понудимо пример анализе књижевних текстова у којима улога животиња превазилази сводивост на референцу или предметност, део неког реалитета, већ постаје на сложенији начин срасла са природом текста. Циљ рада је да се таквом анализом додатно осветле интертекстуални потенцијали у одабраним делима, односно да се пружи прилог њиховој интерпретацији.
HAPPY END ИГОРА БОЈОВИЋА КАО ТРАГЕДИЈА ДЕВОЈЧИЦЕ У ПАТРИЈАРХАЛНОЈ ДИВЉИНИ
Authors: Николић Лука З.
Published: January 2025

Критичка рецепција драме Happy End Игора Бојовића испрва је била одређена ратним аспектом текста као његовом доминантом. Циљ овог рада јесте да понуди читање драме на другачији начин – кроз призму јунакиње Јефимије, или, како је други називају, Дивче. Читана из Јефимијиног угла, драма се не открива као примарно антиратни комад, већ као трагедија девојчице у патријархалној дивљини, изгубљене у сопственом идентитету девојчице и у егзистенцијалном моделу потлачености. Такође, овакво читање драме отвара и многа далекосежна питања која се тичу њене интерпретације, због чега оно може бити посебно инспиративно за нове реализације значењских потенцијала текста, нарочито оних који се тичу односа међу драмским персонама.
ЕРОТИЗАЦИЈА КЊИЖЕВНОСТИ У ПРИЧАМА МИЛОРАДА ПАВИЋА
Authors: Тодоровић Јована Б.
Published: January 2025

У раду се истражују еротске приче Милорада Павића у којима се као специфична одлика препознаје еротизација књижевности. Истраживачка пажња тако је усмерена на приче „Девет киша“, „Љубавна подука са острва Лезбоса“ и „Чекајући такси који нико није позвао“. Премда се Павићево дело већ деценијама показује као чест предмет истраживања, еротски аспект његове прозе остао је занемарен. У овим причама препознајемо тематизовање ероса уз поигравање са самом књижевношћу или пак њеним механизмима – писањем, версификацијом и читањем. У томе видимо јасно еротизацију књижевности, али и постмодернистичку употребу интертекстуалности, односно еротску интертекстуалност. Циљ рада јесте да укаже на присуство еротске интертекстуалности и еротизације књижевности у прозном опусу Милорада Павића, те да осветли значајно присуство ероса у његовој прози и тако допуни историју српске еротске књижевности.
Orthopaedic Surgery in the Jehovah’s Witness Patient
Authors: Stone Benjamin K. , Callanan Tucker C. , Perez-Albela Alejandro , Basques Bryce A.
Published: January 2025

➢ Jehovah’s Witnesses refuse allogeneic blood products based on religious beliefs that create clinical, ethical, and legal challenges in orthopaedic surgery, requiring detailed perioperative planning and specific graft selection.

➢ Detailed perioperative planning is particularly important for procedures with high intraoperative blood loss.

➢ Graft selection must align with Jehovah’s Witnesses patients’ religious beliefs, with options including autografts, allografts, and synthetic materials; this requires shared decision-making between the patient and surgeon.

➢ A multidisciplinary approach, integrating medical, ethical, and religious considerations, ensures optimal care, with innovative techniques and open dialogue being key to successful outcomes.
Nivel de conocimiento, conciencia, práctica y sus factores asociados sobre el brote del covid-19 en estudiantes de pregrado de odontología de una universidad pública peruana
Authors:   , Cadenillas Sueldo Alexandra Melissa
Published: January 2025

Objetivo: Determinar el nivel de conocimiento, concientización, práctica y factores asociados sobre el brote de enfermedad por coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) en estudiantes de pregrado de odontología de una universidad pública peruana. Materiales y método: Se realizó un estudio observacional, prospectivo, transversal y descriptivo. La población está compuesta por todos los estudiantes de pregrado de la Facultad de Odontología de la Universidad Nacional Federico Villarreal (UNFV) debidamente matriculados en el año académico 2021-2022. Se utilizó el cuestionario previamente validado y estructurado que consta de 31 respuestas predefinidas, incluyendo el nivel de conocimiento, conciencia, práctica y actitudes en diferentes apartados de evaluación. Los datos fueron analizados utilizando el software estadístico Stata® 15.0. Finalmente, se analizaron los factores asociados estableciendo el mejor modelo Logit, y se estableció un nivel de significancia de p< 0,05. Resultados: En el análisis de regresión logística, no se encontraron variables asociadas con el conocimiento y la conciencia, las prácticas y las actitudes de los estudiantes universitarios de odontología con respecto al brote del COVID-19. Se obtuvieron los siguientes resultados: sexo [odds ratio (OR) = 0.49; intervalo de confianza (IC) del 95%: 0.24-1.0], edad (OR = 1.06; IC: 0.92-1.21), ciclo (OR = 0.94; IC: 0.81-1.09), origen (OR = 0.45; IC: 0.29-60.3 ). Conclusión: Estudiantes peruanos de odontología de una universidad pública peruana tenían conocimientos, prácticas y actitudes sobre el brote de COVID-19. Además, ninguno de los factores asociados examinados fueron significativos en esta relación.
Trial Forge Guidance 5: ethical considerations in randomised Studies Within A Trial (SWATs)
Authors: Bruhn Hanne , Treweek Shaun , Weijer Charles , Briel Matthias , Clarke Mike , Crowley Rachel , Gillies Katie , Green Heidi , Murphy Ellen , Parker Adwoa , Hayes Geneviève Shiely , Hart Peter , Shiely Frances
Published: January 2025

Background
Randomised trials often struggle with recruitment, retention, and delays, impacting both finances and patient care. To improve trial processes, trialists can do Studies Within A Trial (SWATs) that compare trial process alternatives. Although SWATs are recognized by funders, there are differences in how they are implemented, such as different consent requirements in the UK and Ireland. This complicates SWAT conduct, raises ethical considerations, and highlights the need for standardised, ethical approaches to SWATs. The purpose of the current study was to devise guidance to address this.
Methods
We used existing systematic reviews, searched PubMed and the SWAT register, and contacted SWAT teams known to the authors to identify relevant randomised SWATs. We extracted information on any challenges in the SWAT approval process, as well as challenges implementing the SWAT. We held three consensus building forums, all including representatives from nine key stakeholder groups representing a broad range of roles in trials. We presented participants with two SWATs to start conversation on perceived ethical issues. Consensus building forums were recorded, transcribed, and analysed using NVivo, focusing on ethical principles, challenges, and solutions.
Results
We developed guidance on ethical considerations applicable to randomised SWATs. The guidelines cover all stages of a SWAT, from development and SWAT team selection to communication of results.
Conclusions
Studies Within a Trial are generally perceived to be low risk and low burden to participants. However, there are still variation in ethical standards applied to these studies by researchers, sponsors and ethics committees. In addition, SWATs are uniquely distinct from trials, presenting specific for their ethical conduct. These guidelines will be helpful to anyone planning or reviewing SWATs in understanding these differences and their ethical implications and provide a practical guide for the ethical conduct of SWATs.
Opportunities for optimising care transitions of adults with multiple long-term conditions: a qualitative interview study
Authors: Arakelyan Stella , Anand Atul , Mercer Stewart W , Lone Nazir , Lyall Marcus J , Jacko Julie A , Guthrie Bruce
Published: January 2025

Background
The number of adults with multiple long-term conditions (MLTC) who experience frequent care transitions is rising. Improving care transitions for adults MLTC is important because transitions between and within care settings commonly lead to preventable adverse events. We explored multidisciplinary professional perspectives and experiences of managing care transitions for patients with MLTC to identify opportunities for improvement.
Methods
Qualitative interviews with 30 health and social care professionals in four Scottish integrated Health and Social Care Partnerships. Data were collected between May 2023 and March 2024. Thematic analysis was used, guided by the Sustainable Integrated Chronic Care Models for Multimorbidity: Delivery, Financing, and Performance (SELFIE) framework.
Results
Care transitions were described as lacking person-centredness and consistency. Variability in decisions on cross-boundary acute care pathways was largely attributed to human factors (e.g., ease of arranging referrals, a lack of trust or awareness of Hospital at Home service) by hospital specialist staff, but to clinical complexity and home environment limitations (physical and social) by community staff. Ineffective interprofessional relationships and poor communication across services were common experiences, significantly driven by a lack of integration between IT systems affecting timely access to information and by services having different priorities and pressures. Workforce shortages, knowledge gaps in managing MLTC, and long-standing capacity issues in social care were identified as important barriers to effectively managing transitions.
Conclusions
We identified multiple system-level barriers to providing personalised and coordinated care transitions. Joint planning and co-development of locally appropriate improvement interventions using systems approaches and techniques are needed for better patient-centred care pathways and outcomes.
Epidemiology and Control of Hepatitis C Virus (Hcv) Infection in Brunei Darussalam: A Retrospective Cohort Study
Authors: Koh Kai Shing , Wong Justin , Chaw Liling
Published: January 2025

Background
We describe the epidemiology of hepatitis C virus (HCV) cases in Brunei Darussalam, and evaluated factors associated with HCV treatment initiation, completion, achieving sustained virologic response (SVR), baseline HCV-related complications, and HCV-related deaths.
Methods
A retrospective cohort study was conducted from January 2013 to December 2022 using data derived from EVYDENCE and the HCV registry to identify all diagnosed HCV cases in Brunei. Multivariable logistic regression was used to determine the associated factors.
Results
While incidence rates remained stable over a decade at below 20.0 per 100,000 population, we observed rising prevalence rates from 10.1 to 48.7 per 100,00 population in 2014 and 2022, respectively. Among 801 anti-HCV positive cases identified, 57% (n = 457) had detectable HCV RNA, 16.5% (n = 132) were HCV RNA negative, while 26.5% (n = 212) were not tested for HCV RNA. Treatment was initiated in 52.3% (n = 239) of HCV RNA positive cases, with higher odds among those aged 30–54 years [30–39 years (adjusted OR (aOR) = 2.41 (95% CI 1.17, 5.07)), 40–44 years (aOR = 2.55 (95% CI 1.19, 5.58)), 50–54 years (aOR = 2.76 (95% CI 1.25, 6.24))] and locals (aOR = 2.42 (95% CI 1.16, 5.36)). Cases diagnosed in 2020–2022 had lower odds of starting (aOR = 0.29 (95% CI 0.16, 0.51)) and completing (aOR = 0.16 (95% CI 0.05, 0.56)) treatment. Among 239 cases who initiated treatment, 69.5% (n = 166) completed treatment. 64.5% (n = 107) of these achieved SVR, with higher odds in cases diagnosed in 2018–2022 (aOR = 2.60 (95% CI 1.08, 6.90). 7.4% (n = 59) had HCV-related complications at baseline, with higher odds in those aged ≥ 50 (aOR = 3.32 (95% CI 1.93, 5.79). Among 129 deaths, 36.4% (n = 47) were HCV-related, of which 44.7% (n = 21) had HCV-related complications at baseline.
Conclusions
We observed rising HCV prevalence in Brunei, likely due to the decline in treatment initiation and completion. This reveals gaps in our HCV management and calls for actions to strengthen public health and clinical care strategies. Nearly half of the HCV deaths had baseline HCV-complications, highlighting the need for early screening and follow-up. Future studies should determine at-risk populations and explore barriers to HCV testing and care, to adequately address these issues and provide effective solutions.
Silicon nanocolumn-based disposable and flexible ultrasound patches
Authors: Lee Byung Chul , Kang Dong-Hyun , Cho Seonghun , Kim Hae Youn , Shim Shinyong , Kim Dong Hun , Jeong Baren , Lee Yoon Seong , Park Eun-Ah , Lee Whal , Kim Hyungmin , Khuri-Yakub Butrus , Im Maesoon , Jeong Jae-Woong
Published: January 2025

Traditional wearable ultrasound devices pose challenges concerning the rigidity and environmental impact of lead-based piezoelectric materials. This study proposes a novel silicon nanocolumn capacitive micromachined ultrasonic transducer (snCMUT) array for real-time wearable ultrasound imaging in disposable patches. Using a lead-free design, snCMUT incorporates silicon nanocolumns to address existing issues and achieves high transmission efficiency (220 kPa/V), flexibility, and low power consumption. The unique structure of snCMUT enhances displacement efficiency, enabling high-resolution imaging while maintaining a thin, flexible form factor (~ 900 µm). Phantom imaging demonstrates its superior performance, with high axial and lateral resolutions (0.52 and 0.55 mm) and depth penetration (~ 70 mm) at low voltage (8.9 VPP). Upon successful application to monitor both sides of the human carotid arteries, snCMUT offers clear ultrasound images and continuous blood pressure waveform monitoring. This proposed innovation presents significant potential for continuous medical imaging and cardiovascular health assessment, addressing environmental concerns and reducing manufacturing costs (<$20).
Stochastic Modeling and Analysis of Energy Efficiency in Tethered High Altitude Platforms Based Smart Macro Base Station
Authors: Priya Sebasthi , R. Sudhesh , Kalita Priyanka , S. Dharmaraja
Published: January 2025

The high-altitude platform station (HAPs) emerges as a pivotal component within the burgeoning landscape of non-terrestrial networks, functioning as a super macro base station (SMBS) with a distinctive positioning in the stratosphere. On the basis of the requirement, HAPs can be positioned in lower level in the atmosphere. HAPs are restricted by the battery life of their onboard power source, whereas tethered HAPs (tHAPs) are powered by a continuous power source through the tether line, granting them virtually unlimited flight time. Using tHAPs as a SMBS, the metropolitan cities will be benefited as a constant network to collect data from internet of things (IoT) devices and top provide reliable uplink connections for them in a seamless, efficient, and cost-effective manner. The proposed stochastic model is designed to handle the energy consumption challenges for the tHAPs-SMBS while ensuring high-quality service. This study presents a stochas-tic modeling and transient analysis approach to evaluate the energy efficiency of tHAPs which functions as SMBS. The analysis yields a transient and steady-state solutions, the energy-saving factor and throughput of the system. The numerical results displays the impact of various parameters on energy consumption of the system.
Foraging in proximity to humans can shape social centrality in wild dolphins
Authors: Bankhead Kyra , McHugh Katherine , Wells Randall S , Cantor Mauricio
Published: January 2025

Some marine animals can form social groups to detect and exploit patchy ocean resources efficiently, which can be beneficial during periods of low prey availability. However, human-provided food sources in coastal areas can reduce the necessity for cooperative hunting, potentially weakening social bonds among marine animals adapted to human-disturbed environments. In Sarasota Bay, Florida, some members of the long-term resident bottlenose dolphin (Tursiops truncatus) community engage in human-centric foraging, especially following environmental changes, such as intense harmful algal blooms that deplete natural prey. Here, we model how varying levels of human interaction with dolphins’ foraging behaviors influence their social network structure and evaluate correlations among behavior changes and harmful algal blooms. Using Bayesian inference and network analysis on a 18-yr comprehensive dataset of the Sarasota dolphin community, we compared the network positions of dolphins that engaged in human-centric tactics to those observed using only natural foraging tactics. We found that the type of human-centric behavior had different effects on sociality. More direct, risky interactions with humans caused individuals to become less connected with other dolphins, while human-centric foraging away from humans increased sociality. These findings have implications for understanding the long-term impact of human interactions on the social cohesion of wildlife communities.
The magnitude and cross reactivity of SARS-CoV-2 specific antibody responses in Sri Lankan children and association with the nutritional status
Authors: Jeewandara Chandima , Karunananda Maneshka Vindesh , Fernando Suranga , Danasekara Saubhagya , Jayakody Gamini , Arulkumaran S , Samaraweera N. Y. , Kumarawansha Sarathchandra , Sivaganesh Subramaniyam , Amarasinghe P. Geethika , Jayasinghe Chintha , Wijesekara Dilini , Marasinghe Manonath Bandara , Mambulage Udari , Wijayatilaka Helanka , Seneviratne Kasun , Bandara A.D.P. , Gallage C.P. , Colambage N.R. , Udayasiri A.A. Thilak , Lokumarambage Tharaka , Upasena Y , Weerasooriya W.P.K.P , group seroprevalence study , Tan Tiong Kit , Townsend Alain , Ogg Graham S , Malavige Gathsaurie Neelika
Published: January 2025

Background
In order to determine if undernutrition affects the presence, breadth and magnitude of antibodies to SARS-CoV-2 and variants, we studied SARS-CoV-2 specific antibody responses in a large island wide serosurvey in children in Sri Lanka.
Methods
Using the WHO UNITY protocol, we recruited 5207 children, aged 10 to 20 years, and assessed anthropometric measures, seropositive rates, ACE2 blocking antibodies and antibodies to omicron variants, in vaccinated and unvaccinated children.
Results
3111/3119 (99.7%) vaccinated and 2008/2088 (96.2%) of unvaccinated children were seropositive for SARS-CoV-2, although the detection of ACE2 blocking antibodies were significantly higher in vaccinated children (2984/3111, 95.9%) compared to unvaccinated (1346/2008, 67.0%). 1057 (22.1%) had a BMI < 3rd centile for age, and therefore were classified as underweight. Unvaccinated children, with < 3rd BMI centile had significantly lower ACE2 blocking antibodies than other groups. There were no differences in the antibody titres to XBB.1.5 or BA.2.75 based on the BMI category.
Conclusions
The high seropositivity rates, with high antibody titres to SARS-CoV-2 variants in unvaccinated children indicates possible multiple infections with SARS-CoV-2. The implications of lower antibody levels in underweight children should be further investigated.
Synthesis and Properties of Vinyl Silane Grafted Styrene Butadiene Rubber through Atom Transfer Radical Polymerization in Latex
Authors: yin changjie , Wang Boyu , Li Huimin , Yin Dezhong , Zhang Qiuyu
Published: January 2025

A new well controllable vinyl silane grafted styrene butadiene rubber (SBR) was firstly prepared by tom transfer radical polymerization (ATRP) in the latex stage. The brominated SBR (SBR-Br) was prepared by the reaction between the SBR and N-bromosuccinimide(NBS), then silane grafted SBR with well-controlled branch chain was created by the ATRP of silane initiated by SBR-Br in the presence of CuBr/dNbpy. The best grafting condition was obtained, that is the reaction temperature and time were 70°C and 12 h, the mass ratio of monomer: CuBr:dNbpy was 3 : 0.02 : 0.01. The SBR-Br and grafted SBR were characterized by ATR-FTIR and 1H-NMR spectra technique. The reaction kinetics study proved that the process of grafting reaction had active/controllable characteristics. Compared with the native SBR, the AFM results showed that the grafted SBR showed significant phase separation, the TEM images clearly showed that the emulsion particles have a uniform core-shell structure, the tensile strength of vinyltrimethylsilane grafted SBR (SBR-g-VTS) and γ-methacryloxypropyltrimethoxysilane grafted SBR SBR-g-MPS were increased by 2.66 and 2.23 times, respectively.
Study on the site selection evaluation system for township health centers in rural areas under the background of China's New Healthcare Reform
Authors: Liu Lulu , Zou Jiecheng , Xiang Haiqing , Zhou Peng , Zhong Jiawei , Liang Jia , Wang Lan , Sun Ying
Published: January 2025

This study, set against the context of China's New Healthcare Reform, focuses the site selection issue for Township Health Centers in rural areas with limited resources, using Liannan Yao Autonomous County as a case study. It innovatively integrates multidisciplinary approaches from geography, urban planning, management, and sociology to develop a comprehensive and practically applicable site selection evaluation system. The research combines literature review, expert interviews, Analytic Hierarchy Process and Fuzzy Comprehensive Evaluation to establish evaluation indicators and their weights across multiple dimensions, including spatial geographic conditions, cost factors, social factors, demand factors, internal operating environment, and contingency factors. A case study of the Daping township health center in Liannan Yao Autonomous County validates the accuracy and reliability of the evaluation model. This study not only addresses the limitations of single-discipline approaches in site selection research but also highlights the importance of considering residents' micro-level needs, policy environment dynamics, and the overall capacity for delivering comprehensive health services. The research aims to draw more attention to rural healthcare issues, providing scientific evidence and practical references for the planning of healthcare facilities in other economically underdeveloped regions, thus optimizing medical resource allocation and improving healthcare service levels for township residents.
Incidental Findings of Muscle-Origin Calcifications in the Sternocleidomastoid Muscle on an Orthopantomogram: a Case Report
Authors: Valente Francesco , Riccardi Riccardo , Rosso Roberto Del , Valente Pierluigi , Sbrenna Andrea
Published: January 2025

Background:
This case report documents incidental findings of bilateral calcifications within the sternocleidomastoid (SCM) muscle observed on a dental panoramic radiograph. The aim is to emphasize the importance of recognizing overlapping anatomical structures in panoramic radiography to prevent misdiagnosis.
Methods:
During a routine dental examination, a 59-year-old female was found to have multiple small calcifications bilaterally in the mandibular ramus region on an orthopantomogram. Further evaluation with ultrasound confirmed the presence of calcifications within the SCM muscle. A comprehensive differential diagnosis was performed, considering potential causes such as trauma, inflammation, metabolic disorders, and idiopathic conditions.
Results:
Ultrasound imaging identified multiple small calcified deposits within the SCM muscle bilaterally, with sizes ranging from 2 to 6 mm. The absence of systemic disorders or recent trauma supported a diagnosis of dystrophic calcifications.
Conclusions:
This case highlights the need to assess anatomical structures beyond the dental region in panoramic imaging. Ultrasound is recommended as an adjunct imaging modality to accurately determine the origin and location of muscle calcifications without additional radiation exposure. Recognizing these incidental findings on dental radiographs is essential for avoiding misinterpretation and unnecessary interventions.
Heavy Metal Contamination and Cancer Risk Assessment in Groundwater Near Dumpsites: Health Implications for Vulnerable Populations in Nigeria
Authors: Asemota Charming Osaro , Enuneku Alex , Tongo Isioma , Ezemonye Lawrence Ikechuchukwu
Published: January 2025

Nigeria is experiencing a growing threat of groundwater pollution due to insufficient waste management practices. This study aimed to assess the levels of heavy metal contamination in groundwater near the Ikhueniro and Otofure dumpsites in Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria, and to evaluate the associated health risks. Water samples were collected from boreholes in residential areas surrounding both dumpsites during both the rainy and dry seasons, yielding 144 samples. These were analyzed for concentrations of lead (Pb), cadmium (Cd), chromium (Cr), zinc (Zn), iron (Fe), nickel (Ni), and copper (Cu) using standard protocols. The results indicated that Fe, Cu, Zn, and Ni were the most prevalent metals, with Fe showing the highest concentrations at both sites. The hazard index (HI) and cancer risk (CR) calculations highlighted serious health risks, particularly for children and infants. Specifically, the cumulative cancer risk for Pb, Cr, and Ni exceeded internationally recognized safety limits, indicating a significant potential for long-term health impacts. The study concluded that the proximity to these dumpsites significantly deteriorates groundwater quality, emphasizing the need for stricter environmental controls and public health interventions.
Is the vitamin D deficiency a cause of intractable BPPV?
Authors: Temirbekov Dastan , Sari Elif
Published: January 2025

Background
This study investigated the association between treatment resistance in benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) and various risk factors, including vitamin D deficiency, age, gender, and comorbidities.
Methods
A retrospective review of medical records was conducted on 122 patients diagnosed with BPPV at a tertiary care hospital between January 2020 and January 2023. The diagnosis of BPPV was confirmed using clinical history and positional tests, while serum 25-OH vitamin D levels were measured using chemiluminescence immunoassay. Patients who required three or more canalith repositioning maneuvers were considered treatment-resistant. Logistic regression analysis was employed to assess the impact of demographic and clinical factors on BPPV treatment resistance, and recurrence rates were evaluated over a one-year follow-up period.
Results.
Logistic regression revealed that male gender, comorbidities, and betahistine use were significantly associated with BPPV resistance (p < 0.05), while no significant relationship was found between vitamin D levels and treatment resistance or recurrence (p > 0.05). Recurrence was observed in 22.1% of patients during the follow-up period, though this was not significantly related to vitamin D status.
Conclusions
While previous studies suggested a potential link between vitamin D deficiency and BPPV recurrence, this study found no significant association between vitamin D deficiency and intractability along with the recurrence of BPPV. Instead, male gender, comorbidities (notably hypertension), and betahistine use were identified as risk factors for requiring multiple maneuvers. The study raises questions about the role of vitamin D in BPPV pathophysiology and suggests that other clinical factors may have a greater influence on treatment outcomes.
The use of DIR and SWI sequences in 1.5 Tesla MRI for the diagnosis of multiple sclerosis
Authors: Akbari Mojtaba , Famili Peyman , Babaei Mohammad Reza , Almasi-Dooghaee Mostafa , Kachuee Manizhe Ataee
Published: January 2025

Background
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic autoimmune disease affecting the central nervous system, characterized by demyelination and neurodegeneration. Accurate diagnosis, especially in atypical cases, relies heavily on imaging techniques. This study evaluates the sensitivity of DIR (double inversion recovery) and SWI (susceptibility-weighted imaging) sequences in detecting MS plaques and central venous signs (CVS) using 1.5 Tesla MRI.
Methods
Seventeen patients with confirmed MS were enrolled after excluding other comorbidities. Brain MRI was performed using T2, FLAIR, SWI, and DIR sequences. Plaques were counted in cortical/juxtacortical, subcortical, periventricular, and infratentorial regions. The presence of CVS was assessed in SWI and FLAIR sequences. Statistical analyses were conducted using SPSS26.
Results
A total of 1022 plaques were identified, with DIR showing the highest sensitivity (321 plaques), followed by FLAIR (278), SWI (219), and T2 (204). The periventricular and subcortical regions were the most common sites of plaque detection across all sequences. DIR showed a 13%, 32%, and 36% higher sensitivity than FLAIR, SWI, and T2, respectively. CVS was most prominent in the SWI sequence (52.5% of plaques) compared to FLAIR (6%). DIR and T2 sequences showed negligible sensitivity for CVS detection. A significant association was found between age and the prevalence of CVS in the infratentorial region.
Conclusion
DIR is the most sensitive sequence for detecting MS plaques, particularly in the periventricular and infratentorial regions. SWI at 1.5 Tesla MRI demonstrates a high prevalence of CVS and can differentiate MS from other pathologies. Further studies are warranted to confirm these findings in larger populations.
Effect of laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy vs laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy with reconstruction of His angle on weight loss and de novo GERD in people with obesity: a propensity score matching analysis
Authors: Zhan Chongwen , Liu Lili , Yao Qiyuan , Zhang Zhao , Shao Yikai , Fu Xiaojian , Xu Bo , Shen Qiwei , Hua Rong
Published: January 2025

Purpose
To evaluate the impact of laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy with reconstruction of His angle (LSGRH) on gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) after laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (LSG).
Materials and Methods
Clinical data of patients with obesity who underwent LSG or LSGRH from January 2022 and January 2024 and completed follow-up in time were retrospectively analyzed by propensity score matching (PSM) analysis. Patients were assigned to either LSG group or LSGRH group according to the surgical method. Perioperative indicators, improvement of obesity and severity of GERD were compared in these two groups.
Results
There were 51 comparable pairs of patients from LSG and LSGRH group enrolled in this study after PSM. There was no significant difference in operative time, volume of intraoperative blood loss, hospital stay after operation, weight loss and severity of GERD 6 months after surgery.
Conclusion
Under the premise of no increase in operative time, volume of intraoperative blood loss and hospital stay after operation, LSG with reconstruction of His angle cannot prevent the occurrence of de novo GERD compared with LSG.
Assessment of Long-Term Complications in Adult Oncology Patients with Superior Vena Cava Syndrome Receiving Tunnelled Femoral Catheters: A Prospective Cross-sectional Study
Authors: Wu Zhen-Ming , Huang Chun-Li , Hu Ze-Yin , Luo Meng-Na , Fan Yu-Ying , Li Jia
Published: January 2025

Background
Superior vena cava syndrome (SVCS) is a critical condition that is often linked to malignancies and requires prolonged vascular access for therapeutic and palliative care. This prospective cohort analysis evaluated the long-term complications associated with tunneled femoral inserted central catheters (TFICCs) in adult oncology patients with SVCSs.
Methods
This is a prospective cross-sectional study and was performed at a major cancer centre in China. The study involved oncology patients with SVCSs requiring central venous access via the TFICC from March 2022 to June 2022. A total of 89 adult oncology patients with SVCS who received TFICC placement were enrolled. The primary outcomes were the rates of TFICC-related complications, such as dislodgment, occlusion, blood reflux, catheter-related skin injury, catheter-related thrombosis, and unplanned removal. The secondary outcomes included the identification of risk factors associated with these complications. Univariate and binary logistic regression analyses were used to assess risk factors for complications.
Results
Nearly half of the patients (n = 42/89, 47.2%) experienced significant complications related to TFICC, with dislodgment emerging as the most prevalent issue at an alarming rate of 23.6%. It’s crucial to note that only a mere 5 patients (56%) had their catheters removed due to complications. The use of Power PICC-SOLO catheters was identified as a significant risk factor for occlusion. An increased catheter length reduces the risk of dislodgment, whereas a longer indwelling time increases this risk. A larger thigh circumference was linked to a greater chance of blood reflux.
Conclusion
TFICC placement in adult oncology patients with SVCSs is associated with a significant rate of complications, particularly concerning dislodgment. POWER PICC-SOLO is associated with a greater risk of occlusion. Catheter length and indwelling time influence the risk of dislodgment, and thigh circumference is a risk factor for blood reflux. These findings have implications for patient selection, catheter choice, and management strategies to minimize complications.
Trial registration
This study was registered at the Chinese Clinical Trial Registry on 21/02/2022 (registration number: ChiCTR2200055864).