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Examining the Phenomenon of Perfectionism at the Individual Level in Hungarian Education
Authors: Juhász Tímea , Varga Erika , Tóth Arnold
Published: October 2024

This complex personality trait serves as the main topic of our paper due to the increasing prevalence of perfectionism as well as the rising demands from educational organizations. Our paper can fill a research gap by examining its definitions, models, components, and influencing elements (personality, gender, and immediate environment) in addition to the role of perfectionism in secondary and tertiary education. We assume that perfectionism in higher education is based on its development at secondary school, and it is becoming more intense in time. In 2023 the authors conducted a survey among Hungarian university students to determine the degree to which the participants pursue perfectionism in their professional and personal lives. The questionnaire finally resulted in 550 responses. The findings of our research suggest that women tend to be more perfectionist, but the picture is differently deemed by individuals than by their immediate surroundings. Another noteworthy result revealed that personal perfectionism also depends on the people with whom those who consider themselves perfectionists live. Our SEM model also showed that perfectionism is stronger throughout university studies and that it might be descended from secondary school perfectionism. Personality traits do affect perfectionism at school, which intensifies in higher education after graduating from secondary school.
Atypical Location of Enchondroma and its Management – A Case Report
Authors:   Department of Orthopaedics, AIIMS, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, India,, Mishra Pankaj Kumar , Jain Siddharth ,   Department of Orthopaedics, AIIMS, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, India,, Mishra Sonal ,   Department of Anesthesiology, AIIMS, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, India.
Published: October 2024

Introduction: Enchondromas are most commonly found in the bones of the hand and feet. Although the location in the feet is not uncommon the enchondroma of the calcaneus is a rare finding. Case Report: In this case report, we present a 45-year-old male patient who was diagnosed with enchondroma of the calcaneum. The power burr was used to perform an extended curettage, and the harvested cortico-cancellus bone from the iliac crest was used to fill the cavity; following which the calcaneal plate was applied. At the end of the 1-year follow-up, the patient was asymptomatic, and there was no evidence of recurrence. Conclusion: Enchondroma of the calcaneum is a rare but treatable condition that should be considered in patients presenting with heel pain and well-defined radiolucent lesions on radiographs. Keywords: Enchondroma, calcaneus, benign.
A Rare Symptomatic Pelvic Rib – A Case Report
Authors:   Department of Orthopaedic Oncology, pollo Cancer Centres, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad, Telangana, India., Malla Bibhudutta , Reddy B Rajeev ,   Department of Orthopaedic Oncology, pollo Cancer Centres, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad, Telangana, India.
Published: October 2024

Introduction: A elvic rib or pelvic finger is a benign and unusual congenital entity of hip with a finger or rib like bone formation in soft tissues around pelvis. It is generally asymptomatic and incidentally discovered in a plain radiograph. This is a very rare but not unknown entity. Case Report: A 25-year-old male reported to our institution with dull aching pain over right hip and abduction gait, then followed up the radiograph and magnetic resonance imaging, in which there was a osteochondroma like lesion in medial aspect of lesser trochanter of right proximal femur was seen. Surgical excision of the lesion was done and sent for histopathological study in which pelvic rib was confirmed. Conclusion: The real challenge is diagnosis of this condition with its differentials i.e. heterotrophic ossifications around hip, osteochondroma, post-traumatic ossification, or avulsion injuries in and around hip joint This entity should be in mind of radiologists, orthopedic surgeons, and orthopedic onco-surgeons for differential diagnosis of chronic hip pain to avoid unnecessary investigations and procedures. Keywords: Pelvic rib, hip pain, pelvic finger.
ACL Femur Cyst Very Rare Presentation – A Case Report
Authors:   Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, Amulya Nursing Home, Narasaraopet, Andhra Pradesh, India., Babu Chadalavada Aravind , Kareemulla Syed ,   Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, Amulya Nursing Home, Narasaraopet, Andhra Pradesh, India., Chadalavada Aditya ,   Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, Amulya Nursing Home, Narasaraopet, Andhra Pradesh, India., Kumar Naveen ,   Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, Amulya Nursing Home, Narasaraopet, Andhra Pradesh, India., Nutalapati Pranavi ,   Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, Amulya Nursing Home, Narasaraopet, Andhra Pradesh, India.
Published: October 2024

Introduction: A ganglion cyst is just an accumulation of gelatinous fluid in thick covering that develops from the capsules around tendons or joints . The cause is unknown; however, several suggestions have been put forth, including ectopic tissue development, synovial herniation, and trauma . The clinical symptoms differ based on the location. Management techniques such as non-operative, computed tomography-guided aspiration, open debridement, arthroscopic debridement, and decompression are advised. Case Report: Here, we report a 32-year-old man who had no history of severe trauma but had been complaining of knee flexion pain for the previous 3 years. There is no clinical laxity, and no additional injuries were observed. The patient had a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and an X-ray conducted. X-ray appears normal. The femur foot print location has a big cystic lesion seen on the MRI, located behind the ACL. No other anomalies are found. Conclusion: Femoral ganglion cysts are frequently missed but can be diagnosed with the use of a clinical examination and a link between the clinical findings and MRI. The pain is reduced with arthroscopic cyst decompression. Keywords: Femur ganglion cyst, arthroscopic cyst, decompression.
Suture Fixation of Coronoid Fractures – Using an 18 g Needle as Suture Passer – A Novel Technique
Authors:   Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, Tavfiq Mohammed , Harshavardhan J K Giriraj ,   Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, Sameer Mohamed ,   Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, Suriyakumar Sundar ,   Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, Revanth Revanth ,   Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
Published: October 2024

Introduction: Coronoid fractures in complex elbow dislocations and terrible triad injuries are usually tip avulsions. Only suture fixation of tip fragments may be possible. Case Report: We have described a simple and cost-effective technique for suture fixation of the coronoid fracture using an 18 G needle as a suture passer. Conclusion: This novel technique of using an Ethibond 18 gauge needle as a suture passer may obviate the difficulty usually associated with suture fixation of the coronoid. Keywords: Coronoid tip fracture, coronoid suture fixation, Ethibond looped needle.
Beyond Tradition: “Figure of 8” Casting for Gartland Type 1 and Type 2A Pediatric Supracondylar Fractures of Humerus: Video Technique
Authors:   Department of Paediatric Orthopedics, Sancheti Institute for Orthopedics and Rehabilitation, Pune, Maharashtra, India., Unnam Arjun Kumar , Sodhai Vivek M ,   Department of Paediatric Orthopedics, Sancheti Institute for Orthopedics and Rehabilitation, Pune, Maharashtra, India., Patwardhan Sandeep A ,   Department of Paediatric Orthopedics, Sancheti Institute for Orthopedics and Rehabilitation, Pune, Maharashtra, India., Sancheti Parag K ,   Department of Paediatric Orthopedics, Sancheti Institute for Orthopedics and Rehabilitation, Pune, Maharashtra, India.
Published: October 2024

Introduction: In the treatment of paediatric supracondylar humerus fractures (SCHFs), Gartland Type 1 fractures are traditionally managed with in situ above elbow casting, while Type 2A fractures are treated with closed reduction and above elbow casting. Surgical Technique: This technical note introduces a novel “figure of 8” cast technique for Type I and 2A fractures. The technique aims to maintain fracture reduction while reducing the risk of compartment syndrome by avoiding placement of cast material in the anterior elbow crease. This innovative casting method has the potential to enhance the management of these fractures in children, providing a alternative to conventional approaches. Conclusion: “Figure of 8” cast technique presents a unique, easy-to-implement, and effective approach for treating Type 1 and 2A SCHFs in children, maintaining fracture reduction in 100–110° elbow flexion and minimizing the risk of compartment syndrome. Keywords: Compartment syndrome, figure of 8 cast, pediatric supracondylar humerus fracture.
Rising Cases of Motorcycle Wheel Spokes Injuries in a Tertiary Facility in Northern Ghana; A Policy Call
Authors:   Department of Trauma and Orthopaedic, Tamale Teaching Hospital, Tamale, Ghana,, Kwarase Raphael , Buunaaim Alexis D B ,   [1] Department of Trauma and Orthopaedic, Tamale Teaching Hospital, Tamale, Ghana, [2] Department of Surgery, School of Medicine, University for Development Studies, Tamale, Ghana., Alatiiga John Abanga ,   Department of Trauma and Orthopaedic, Tamale Teaching Hospital, Tamale, Ghana,, Suglo Bukari Mohammed Issah ,   [1] Department of Trauma and Orthopaedic, Tamale Teaching Hospital, Tamale, Ghana, [2] Department of Surgery, School of Medicine, University for Development Studies, Tamale, Ghana., Ighohwo Etuh ,   Department of Trauma and Orthopaedic, Tamale Teaching Hospital, Tamale, Ghana,, Yempabe Tolgou N ,   Department of Trauma and Orthopaedic, Tamale Teaching Hospital, Tamale, Ghana,
Published: October 2024

Introduction: Motorcycle wheel spoke injuries refer to the entrapment of the foot and ankle of a rider or pillion rider into the spokes of a vehicle resulting in varied complex ankle-foot injuries. Case Reports: We report 10 cases of motorcycle wheel spoke injuries between January 01, 2022, and December 31, 2023, the majority of whom were children with the youngest being 4 years and the oldest 43 years. A few of the cases sustained both soft-tissue injuries and bony injuries (fractures) around the ankle while the rest sustained only soft-tissue injuries. We believe a lot more of these cases do not get to the tertiary facility for varied reasons. The mean length of hospital stay was 19 ± 13 days with a potential indirect negative economic impact on the state, patients, and their families. These injuries can be prevented by developing policies aimed at public education, baring children from riding pillion, and designing protective wheel covering. Conclusion and Recommendation: Cases of motorcycle wheel spoke injuries are on the rise in the Northern part of Ghana. We recommend public education and awareness creation as well as stringent implementation of road traffic regulations in Northern Ghana . Keywords: Wheel spoke, injury, Achilles, Northern Ghana.
OrthoTV: Broadcasting Orthopedics around the World
Authors:   Department of Orthopaedics, ACS Medical College and Hospital, Dr MGR Educational and Research Institute, Chennai 600077, Tamil Nadu, India., Jeyaraman Madhan , Jayakumar Tarun ,   Department of Orthopaedics, KIMS-Sunshine Hospital, Hyderabad 500003, Telangana, India., Ramasubramanian Swaminathan ,   Department of Orthopaedics, Government Medical College, Omandurar Government Estate, Chennai 600002, Tamil Nadu, India., Shyam Ashok ,   Department of Orthopaedics, Sancheti Institute for Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation, Pune, Maharashtra, India, Sancheti Parag ,   Department of Orthopaedics, Sancheti Institute for Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation, Pune, Maharashtra, India, Bijlani Neeraj ,   Department of Orthopaedics, Sancheti Institute for Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation, Pune, Maharashtra, India
Published: October 2024

AbstractOrthoTV has emerged as a pioneering platform in the field of orthopedic education, leveraging technology to create a comprehensive and accessible knowledge repository. Originating from the vision of the Indian Orthopedic Research Group in 2013, OrthoTV has evolved into a global educational hub, streaming thousands of hours of surgical videos, webinars, and podcasts. It provides a dynamic learning environment through live interactive sessions, fostering real-time engagement with experts and facilitating a global exchange of knowledge. OrthoTV’s expansion during the COVID-19 pandemic underscored its vital role in continuing medical education amidst travel restrictions. The platform extends beyond educational resources to include career support, collaborative research initiatives, and even virtual fellowships, embodying a multifaceted approach to professional development. With the introduction of OrthoAI, OrthoTV integrates advanced artificial intelligence to offer personalized, evidence-based responses to queries, setting a new standard in digital medical education. This narrative review highlights OrthoTV’s foundational principles, its significant impact on orthopedic education and practice, and its commitment to democratizing knowledge across the globe. OrthoTV’s innovative use of technology bridges geographical barriers enriches learning experiences, and fosters a vibrant community of orthopedic professionals, marking a significant advance in the field of medical education. Keywords: OrthoTV, orthopedic education, digital learning, virtual fellowships, artificial intelligence.
A Study of Functional Outcome and Assessment of Role of Proximal Humerus Internal Locking System (Philos) Plating in Elderly Population with Proximal Humerus Fracture: A Case Series
Authors:   Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Dr. D. Y. Patil Medical College, Hospital and Research Centre, Dr D. Y. Patil University, Pimpri, Pune, Maharashtra, India., Kale Amit , Sharma Pankaj ,   Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Dr. D. Y. Patil Medical College, Hospital and Research Centre, Dr D. Y. Patil University, Pimpri, Pune, Maharashtra, India., Kuity Kaman ,   Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Dr. D. Y. Patil Medical College, Hospital and Research Centre, Dr D. Y. Patil University, Pimpri, Pune, Maharashtra, India., Muneer Mohammed Talha ,   Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Dr. D. Y. Patil Medical College, Hospital and Research Centre, Dr D. Y. Patil University, Pimpri, Pune, Maharashtra, India., Verma Aishwary ,   Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Dr. D. Y. Patil Medical College, Hospital and Research Centre, Dr D. Y. Patil University, Pimpri, Pune, Maharashtra, India., Kaneria Setu ,   Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Dr. D. Y. Patil Medical College, Hospital and Research Centre, Dr D. Y. Patil University, Pimpri, Pune, Maharashtra, India.
Published: October 2024

Introduction: The purpose of the study was to assess the functional outcome of proximal humerus fractures (2 part, 3 part, and 4 part) managed with a proximal humerus internal locking system (PHILOS). Materials and Methods: This retrospective study included 27 cases of proximal humerus fractures managed surgically between February 2021 and February 2022 with a proximal humerus internal locking system (PHILOS) plate. NEER classification was used to categorize the fractures. Functional assessment was done using Constant Murley’s shoulder score and disabilities of the arm, shoulder, and hand. Subjects having metastatic and pathological fractures; associated fractures in the ipsilateral limb; having major nerve injury and cases of open fracture were excluded from this study. Results: The mean age was 55.63 ± 10.37 years. Of the total 27 cases of proximal humerus fractures, functional outcome was excellent (score 85–100) in 3.70% (n = 1) cases, good (score 71–85) in 81.49% (n = 22) cases, moderate (score 56–70) in 14.81% (n = 4), and poor (score 0–55) in none of the (n = 0) cases. In 92.60% of cases, follow-up showed no complications. Varus collapse and subacromial impingement, both occurring in 3.70% (n = 1) of the subjects, were noted in this study. Conclusion: Based on the findings of this retrospective study, it can be opined that PHILOS plating appears to be a secure option for proximal humerus fracture cases. It offers solid fixation, prompt mobilization, and excellent functional outcomes as observed in this study. In addition, very few post-operative complication rates again support our conclusion. Keywords: PHILOS, proximal humerus fracture, elderly individuals, disabilities of the arm, shoulder, and hand score, osteosynthesis.
Outcome Analysis of Fixed angle Locking Plate in Comminuted Patella Fractures: A Single-center Prospective study from South India with Early Results
Authors:   Department of Orthopaedics, JJ Arul Hospital, Dindigul, Tamil Nadu, India., Prasanna Arul , Arasu Arul Durai ,   Department of Orthopaedics, JJ Arul Hospital, Dindigul, Tamil Nadu, India.
Published: October 2024

Introduction: Comminuted patella fractures pose a challenge to orthopedic surgeons since tension band wiring and cerclage are not effective and often lead to loosening of wires, hardware problems, dislocation of fracture, and failure of osteosynthesis resulting in post-traumatic osteoarthritis and knee stiffness. The aim of this study is to evaluate the clinical outcome in patients with AO 34C2 and 34C3 highly comminuted patella fractures treated with a unidirectional fixed-angle titanium patella locking plate. Materials and Methods: Twelve patients who presented with AO 34C2 and 34C3 comminuted patella fractures, aged between 18 and 79 years were included in the study. All fractures were reduced and fixed with a unidirectional angle fixed stable titanium patella locking plate. Knee range of motion and knee outcome survey activities of daily living scale were used to evaluate the outcome. Results: Union of fracture was achieved in all 12 patients. The mean flexion at the final follow-up was 123° (110°–130°). None of the patients had extensor lag. One patient had hardware irritation which resolved at final follow-up. Conclusion: This technique serves as an effective option in highly comminuted patella fractures by providing excellent mechanical stability resulting in anatomical reduction, excellent functional outcome, and lower incidence of hardware irritation or failure of osteosynthesis. Keywords: Patella fracture, comminuted, locking plate, osteosynthesis, patellectomy.
Role of Pregabalin in Pre-Operative and Post-Operative Pain Management of Lower Limb Orthopedic Surgeries
Authors:   Department of Orthopedics, Chettinad Hospital and Research Institute, Chettinad Academy of Research and Education, Kelambakkam, Tamil Nadu, India., Adharsh K , Arun S Daniel ,   Department of Orthopedics, Chettinad Hospital and Research Institute, Chettinad Academy of Research and Education, Kelambakkam, Tamil Nadu, India., Pradeep E ,   Department of Orthopedics, Chettinad Hospital and Research Institute, Chettinad Academy of Research and Education, Kelambakkam, Tamil Nadu, India., Kumar K V Arun ,   Department of Orthopedics, Chettinad Hospital and Research Institute, Chettinad Academy of Research and Education, Kelambakkam, Tamil Nadu, India., Pandian Haemanath ,   Department of Orthopedics, Chettinad Hospital and Research Institute, Chettinad Academy of Research and Education, Kelambakkam, Tamil Nadu, India., Sheik Mohideen ,   Department of Orthopedics, Chettinad Hospital and Research Institute, Chettinad Academy of Research and Education, Kelambakkam, Tamil Nadu, India.
Published: October 2024

Introduction: Post-operative pain after orthopedic surgery has remained a challenging problem, which prolongs hospital stay and early rehabilitation. Pregabalin comes under the class of gabapentinoids that have been used in postoperative pain in arthroplasty and spine surgeries but studies regarding its role as pre-emptive analgesia in orthopedic limb surgeries are very few. Aims: To compare the efficacy of pre-operative pregabalin with a placebo drug in early post-operative pain management for lower limb orthopedics surgeries. Materials and Methods: A randomized double blinded prospective study was undertaken. Sixty patients were enrolled with age between 18 and 70 years and were divided into 2 groups. Group A - received 150 mg of oral pregabalin capsule, and Group B - received matched color empty capsules. Standard spinal anesthesia was given. Breakthrough analgesia was given with an injection of tramadol 50 mg intravenous. Assessment of pain was done with a Visual Analog Scale (VAS) at 6, 12, 24, and 48 h. Results: In comparison to Group B, Group A had a significantly lower postoperative VAS score and required much less breakthrough analgesia within the 1st 24 h after surgery. Conclusion: In orthopedic lower limb fracture surgeries, pre-emptive pregabalin of 150 mg provides adequate postoperative analgesia with relatively few unfavorable side effects. Keywords: Pregabalin, post-operative pain, Visual Analog Scale, tramadol.
The Impact of Pes Planus on Knee Function and Its Association with Medial Compartment Knee Osteoarthritis
Authors:   Department of Orthopaedics, Dr. D. Y. Patil Medical College Hospital and Research Institute, Pimpri-Chinchwad, Maharashtra, India,, Patil Vishal , Shah Meet ,   Department of Orthopaedics, Dr. D. Y. Patil Medical College Hospital and Research Institute, Pimpri-Chinchwad, Maharashtra, India,, Krishnani Karishma ,   Department of Radiodiagnosis, Dr. D. Y. Patil Medical College Hospital and Research Institute, Pimpri-Chinchwad, Maharashtra, India, Jhala Neeha ,   Department of Radiodiagnosis, Dr. D. Y. Patil Medical College Hospital and Research Institute, Pimpri-Chinchwad, Maharashtra, India
Published: October 2024

Introduction: Pes planus, commonly known as flat foot, is characterized by the lowering of the medial longitudinal arch of the foot, leading to alterations in lower limb biomechanics and potential pain and injury. This condition can affect the mechanical alignment and dynamic function of the lower limb, potentially contributing to the development and progression of knee osteoarthritis (OA). This study aims to investigate the association between pes planus and medial compartment knee OA as well as its impact on the knee functional score. Materials and Methods: This cross-sectional study included 165 patients aged 20–72 years. Inclusion criteria were individuals with unilateral or bilateral flat feet, while exclusion criteria were other foot conditions, history of knee or ankle surgeries, rheumatoid arthritis, and limb length discrepancies. Clinical assessments included knee joint tenderness, foot arch measurement using the foot arch index, and radiographic evaluations of Meary’s angle and tibiofemoral (TF) angle. The knee injury and osteoarthritis outcome score (KOOS) was used to assess knee function. Results: The study population had a mean age of 43.98 ± 13.17 years. Meary’s angle ranged from 5 to 19° (mean 9.46), and the foot arch index ranged from 0.220 to 0.520 (mean 0.33). The TF angle ranged from 1.7 to 7.5° (mean 4.98). KOOS scores varied from 10 to 100 (mean 62.40). Patients with more severe flat feet (higher Meary’s angle and foot arch index) had significantly lower KOOS scores, indicating worse knee function and greater pain. The correlations between foot arch index, Meary’s angle, and KOOS scores were statistically significant (P = 0.001). Conclusion: This study demonstrates a strong association between flat foot severity and knee OA. Increased Meary’s angle and foot arch index were correlated with worsened knee function and increased pain, as measured by KOOS scores. These findings highlight the importance of assessing foot posture in patients with medial compartment OA and suggest that early intervention and orthotic management could be beneficial in mitigating the progression and severity of knee OA in patients with pes planus. Keywords: Pes planus, Medial compartment Osteoarthritis, Foot arch index, Meary’s angle
Answering populist attacks on psychosocial ideas: why Fromm matters more than Marcuse
Authors: McLaughlin Neil
Published: October 2024

The reactionary American intellectual Christopher Rufo has made German critical theorist Herbert Marcuse the centre of his campaign to purge the American academy of radical ideas and movements. Marcuse’s ideas have significant influence in contemporary psychosocial scholarship, so attacks on his work may have negative consequences for psychosocial scholars. Rufo’s critique of the influence of Marcuse’s ideas is mostly exaggerated but it contains elements of truth. This article will outline ways in which some of Marcuse’s ideas are echoed in elements of the contemporary left/liberal intellectual and political orthodoxy. We revisit the Fromm/Marcuse debate from the 1950s, and offer an analysis of why Rufo might have picked Marcuse for attack when Fromm might well have been a viable target, as Fromm was in the 1980s when he was famously scapegoated by Allan Bloom in The Closing of the American Mind (1987). I then offer an analysis of how Erich Fromm’s alternative psychosocial radicalism can help better defend the psychosocial perspective in mass politics than Marcuse’s framework. Fromm’s framework also offer a theoretical foundation for radical psychosocial studies that can help our field defend itself against the new McCarthyism of Rufo and his allies on the global right who are likely to attack radical psychosocial perspectives in the near future.
Challenging ourselves, challenging the silence: how dialogue and reflection can shape resistance to the harms of institutional intervention
Authors: Clarke Becky , Leah
Published: October 2024

We are a pair of women based in the north of England. We came together in 2014 as part of an evaluation of a project that supported women leaving prison. A decade on, we use this space of ‘Voices from the front line’ to reflect on what we have collectively achieved. We share with the reader how and why we came together and how our collaborative work reveals institutional harm and failure. As we have captured elsewhere, and as a central focus of this special issue, the relationship between welfare and criminal justice interventions is complex. Failures in one part of the system can drive harmful intervention in another. Understanding and challenging the interlocking nature of these different forms of institutional power is critical. To do this, we must not only challenge harmful policies and practice but also rethink how we produce knowledge. In this article, we challenge ourselves and the reader to consider what our experience means for policy, practice and research.
From human rights to transformative change: ‘NAME-IT’, a meta-theoretical model of rights-based praxis
Authors: Boost Didier , Houston Stan
Published: October 2024

Scholarship on social work and human rights is increasingly steering the debate towards praxis and the development of action frameworks. However, these efforts have hitherto not explicitly inquired into how such approaches contribute to transformative change. Addressing this issue, we engage with dialectical critical realism to embed the ongoing discussions in broader theories of change and unravel the transformative potential of human rights discourses. The result is a meta-theoretical model, ‘NAME-IT’, which systematically unpacks how the dialectic between the reality and the promise of human rights can guide social workers towards transformative action. It forwards human rights as a struggle concept and invites practitioners, researchers and educators to name their violations for what they are. This provides guidance to stretch the discourse of human rights beyond the perimeters of neoliberalism and embed it in an agenda fit for critical and radical social work.
Analyzing the Lange–Lerner Hypothesis: is a monopolized banking sector a threat to democracy?
Authors: Benzecry Gabriel F. , Smith Daniel J. , Reinarts Nicholas A.
Published: October 2024

Is a monopolized banking sector a threat to democracy? Increasing bank monopolization and its growing share of the economy have brought renewed interest to this historical concern. Oskar Lange and Abba Lerner held that banking monopolization would undermine democracy through the concentration of political power among banking elites. This led them to exclude the banking sector from their more general support for private ownership of the means of production. We examine whether banking monopolization is associated with concentrated political power and the undermining of democracy using the Lerner Index (based on Lerner’s measure of banking concentration), Polity scores, Varieties of Democracy’s (V-Dem’s) Political Civil Liberty Index, and V-Dem’s Power Distributed by Socioeconomic Position Index, comprising data for 101 countries from 1996 to 2014 in our full specification. We find no relationship between civil liberties and the banking sector in Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) countries but a negative and statistically significant relationship in non-OECD countries. We find no relationship between the Lerner Index and the concentration of power by socioeconomic status. Our results support only one variant of the Lange–Lerner Hypothesis and only among non-OECD countries. We argue that, most likely, this is because long-established democracies are more resilient.
The affective dimensions of resilience: rethinking its role in working with students of refugee backgrounds
Authors: Watkins Megan
Published: October 2024

Resilience is a term often applied to students of refugee backgrounds having survived traumatic experiences of war, displacement and resettlement; but how is it acquired? To many, it is a function of some inner strength, a perspective that tends to ignore the considerable labour involved in acquiring the skills and capacities to be resilient. This article examines these differing understandings and their implications in working with students of refugee backgrounds in schools in New South Wales, Australia. In particular, it considers the different approaches they elicit and the affective dimensions of these, proffering a view that resilience is reliant on the accumulation of certain affects that sediment into dispositions ensuring a sound foundation for learning.
In Search of Flat Depth: Minor Character and the Trauma Plot
Authors: Fogarasi Christina
Published: October 2024

Abstract: This paper theorizes a contemporary subgenre, the "antitrauma trauma novel," suggesting these texts raise questions about the tendency to explain character with reference to a traumatic backstory, even as they nonetheless struggle to move beyond this formulation. Taking Ottessa Moshfegh's My Year of Rest and Relaxation as exemplary, I draw on disability studies to argue that the novel's two lead characters both wield trauma as "narrative prosthesis" to (mis)read one another. As the protagonist-narrator deploys this inappropriate hermeneutic, she incorporates formal features associated with traumatic subjectivity; nonetheless, rather than generate psychological realism, they produce a paradoxically flat character depth.
Houdini versus the Medium: Talking to the Dead and the Origin of American Literary Studies
Authors: Barnes Ashley C.
Published: October 2024

Abstract: This essay locates an origin story for American literary studies in the takedown of a 1920s Boston medium named Margery, first by Harry Houdini and then by a Harvard English instructor. Her twice-over debunking lets us see literary studies' professionalism as a takeover of two competing practices: mediums talking to the dead and magicians disproving such talk. Focusing on the New Critics, the essay argues that a literary scholar's professional autonomy depended on judging a text's aesthetic autonomy, namely its capacity to speak for the dead. This essay urges us to keep performing and teaching the value of that labor.
Enhancing Religious Behavior and Well-being in Elderly Through Majelis Taklim Al-Sulthan: A Case Study
Authors: Muhammad Noor Fallah
Published: October 2024

Abstract: This study investigates the role of Majelis Taklim Al-Sulthan in improving religious behavior and mental well-being among elderly participants. Employing a descriptive qualitative approach, the research delves into the methods and processes used by Majelis Taklim Al-Sulthan and identifies the factors that support and hinder its effectiveness. Data were collected through direct observation, in-depth interviews with religious leaders and elderly participants, and documentation of spiritual activities. Findings reveal that Majelis Taklim Al-Sulthan significantly enhances elderly individuals' religious behavior through educational programs on Islamic teachings, supports social cohesion, and addresses mental health issues. The study underscores the importance of such institutions in providing spiritual and social support to older people, contributing to their overall quality of life. Limitations include the study's focus on a single location and its qualitative nature, suggesting a need for broader research. Recommendations include developing policies and programs to sustain and enhance Majelis Taklim's role in supporting elderly individuals.
Abstrak: Penelitian ini mengkaji peran Majelis Taklim Al-Sulthan dalam meningkatkan perilaku keagamaan dan kesejahteraan mental di kalangan lansia. Menggunakan pendekatan deskriptif kualitatif, penelitian ini mengeksplorasi metode dan proses yang diterapkan oleh Majelis Taklim Al-Sulthan serta mengidentifikasi faktor-faktor yang mendukung dan menghambat efektivitasnya. Data dikumpulkan melalui observasi langsung, wawancara mendalam dengan tokoh agama dan peserta lansia, serta dokumentasi aktivitas keagamaan. Temuan penelitian menunjukkan bahwa Majelis Taklim Al-Sulthan secara signifikan meningkatkan perilaku keagamaan lansia melalui program pendidikan tentang ajaran Islam, mendukung kohesi sosial, dan menangani masalah kesehatan mental. Penelitian ini menekankan pentingnya lembaga semacam ini dalam memberikan dukungan spiritual dan sosial kepada lansia, yang pada gilirannya berkontribusi pada kualitas hidup mereka secara keseluruhan. Keterbatasan studi mencakup fokus pada lokasi tunggal dan sifat kualitatifnya, yang menunjukkan perlunya penelitian lebih luas. Rekomendasi termasuk pengembangan kebijakan dan program untuk mempertahankan dan meningkatkan peran Majelis Taklim dalam mendukung lansia.
Evaluation of High-Resolution Melting (HRM) for Mutation Scanning of Selected Exons of the CFTR Gene
Authors: Křenková Petra , Norambuena P. , Štambergová A. , Macek M.
Published: October 2024

Hereby we present evaluation of high-resolution melting for mutation scanning applied to the cystic fibrosis transmembrane conductance regulator gene. High resolution melting was used for mutation scanning of selected samples derived from cystic fibrosis patients with a known cystic fibrosis transmembrane conductance regulator genotype. We tested 19 different disease-causing cystic fibrosis transmembrane conductance regulator mutant genotypes located within six exons of the cystic fibrosis transmembrane conductance regulator gene (4, 7, 10, 11, 14b and 22). Normalized melting curves of tested samples were compared to sequenced-verified wildtype samples. Determined mutations are as follows: p.F508del, p.I507del, p.G551D, p.R347P, c.17171G>A, c.621+1G>T, p.Y122X, p.I336K, p.R553X, c.2789+5G>A, c.574delA, c.1811+1G>C, p.L1335F, p.L1335P, p.L1324P and p.M470V and represent minimally 76.5 % of all cystic fibrosis alleles detected in the Czech cystic fibrosis population. All analysed samples with mutant genotypes were unambiguously distinguished from wild-type samples. High-resolution melting analysis enabled reliable detection of all single-nucleotide polymorphism classes and 1or 3-base pair deletions. We examined the specificity, sensitivity and precision of this methodology. High-resolution melting analysis is an economical, sensitive and specific close-tube method and has a high utility for the detection of unknown mutations in cystic fibrosis DNA diagnostics.
Methods of RNA Purification. All Ways (Should) Lead to Rome
Authors: Vomelová I. , Vaníčková Z. , Šedo Aleksi
Published: October 2024

Ribonucleic acid (RNA) represents an important target of a wide array of laboratory anal yses. Thus, RNA purification is a critical first preceding step of a number of preparative and analytical methods, important particularly in diagnostics of dozens of viral, bacterial, and parasitic diseases, dia gnosis of inherited disorders, and tumours, as well as in basic research. To provide relevant and reliable results, techniques of molecular biology used for such purposes require pure and intact molecules of purified RNA. Moreover, RNA has to be purified effectively and reproducibly from various heterogeneous materials such as fresh or frozen tissues, cell lines, PCR products or long-term chemically preserved samples. Principally, methods of RNA purification can be divided into three groups. The first group of methods is based on organic phenol:chloroform extraction. The second group encompasses methods of RNA purification by means of its ability to bind specific surfaces in the presence of chaotropic salt, and the third group includes methods exploiting RNA isolation on isopycnic gradients. Although RNA can be isolated from either prokaryotic or eukaryotic organisms, this review is to give out a basic outline of methods available for eukaryotic, with emphasis on mammalian, tissues.
Data flow in clinical laboratories: could metadata and peridata bridge the gap to new AI-based applications?
Authors: Padoan Andrea , Cadamuro Janne , Frans Glynis , Cabitza Federico , Tolios Alexander , De Bruyne Sander , van Doorn William , Elias Johannes , Debeljak Zeljko , Perez Salomon Martin , Özdemir Habib , Carobene Anna
Published: October 2024

In the last decades, clinical laboratories have significantly advanced their technological capabilities, through the use of interconnected systems and advanced software. Laboratory Information Systems (LIS), introduced in the 1970s, have transformed into sophisticated information technology (IT) components that integrate with various digital tools, enhancing data retrieval and exchange. However, the current capabilities of LIS are not sufficient to rapidly save the extensive data, generated during the total testing process (TTP), beyond just test results. This opinion paper discusses qualitative types of TTP data, proposing how to divide laboratory-generated information into two categories, namely metadata and peridata. Being both metadata and peridata information derived from the testing process, it is proposed that the first is useful to describe the characteristics of data, while the second is for interpretation of test results. Together with standardizing preanalytical coding, the subdivision of laboratory-generated information into metadata or peridata might enhance ML studies, also by facilitating the adherence of laboratory-derived data to the Findability, Accessibility, Interoperability, and Reusability (FAIR) principles. Finally, integrating metadata and peridata into LIS can improve data usability, support clinical utility, and advance AI model development in healthcare, emphasizing the need for standardized data management practices.
Investigation on the biaxial stretching deformation mechanism of PA6 film based on finite element method
Authors: Li Yuankang , Liu Jiaxin , Liao Guangkai , Liu Yuejun , Li Bowen , Yin Haomin , Xie Zhenyan , Cao Kaikai
Published: October 2024

This study employed the finite element method to investigate the biaxial stretching deformation mechanism of polyamide 6 (PA6) Film. First, the PA6 film was subjected to biaxial stretching experiments under various conditions. Then, a three-dimensional finite element model of PA6 film was established. The biaxial stretching experiments of PA6 films under various conditions were simulated by the established finite element model. The results show that the biaxial stretching of the films under various conditions exhibited a transition from elastic deformation to plastic deformation. Meanwhile, as the stretching ratio increases, the more uniform stress and strain distribution on the film surface can be found in the stress and strain contour diagrams. The stress and strain distributions were found to be largely consistent under various annealing temperatures. However, lower stretching rates resulted in higher internal stress intensity, making the films more resistant to biaxial stretching. The findings of this study provide a theoretical reference for a deeper understanding of the deformation mechanisms of PA6 films during the biaxial stretching process.
Impact of laurel wilt on the avocado germplasm collection at the United States Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service, Subtropical Horticulture Research Station
Authors: Cloonan Kevin R. , Rohde Barukh B. , Montgomery Wayne S. , Narvaez Teresa I. , Winterstein Michael C. , Ali Gul Shad , Kendra Paul E.
Published: October 2024

In late 2020, laurel wilt impacted the avocado collection at the United States Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service, National Clonal Germplasm Repository, Subtropical Horticulture Research Station in Miami, Florida. Monitoring of the ambrosia beetle (Coleoptera: Curculionidae) community over the next 18 months suggested that the primary vector, Xyleborus glabratus Eichhoff, was likely not responsible for spreading the fungal pathogen (Harringtonia lauricola [T.C. Harr., Fraerich & Aghayeva] Z.W. de Beer & M. Procter; Ophiostomatales). Rather, eight secondary vectors were detected in greater numbers, with Xyleborinus saxesenii (Ratzeburg) being the most abundant. After detection of laurel wilt, beetle numbers increased for 2–4 months, then gradually declined over the next year. This pest suppression was likely due to several countermeasures, including the prompt removal of infected trees and prophylactic macroinfusions with propiconazole fungicides. In addition, to preserve the genetic diversity of the Miami avocado germplasm, the Subtropical Horticulture Research Station is collaborating with other Agricultural Research Service facilities to establish backup collections at alternative locations free of the laurel wilt pathogen and its beetle vectors.
Multiaxial creep deformation investigation of miniature cruciform specimen for type 304 stainless steel at 923 K using non-contact displacement-measuring method
Authors: Hiyoshi Noritake
Published: October 2024

Multiaxial creep investigations at high temperatures are required to guarantee the integrity of structural materials such as boiler pipes for power generation and turbine blades for aviation and industrial applications. The multiaxial creep testing method using a cruciform specimen has several advantages, and the authors successfully downsized the specimen. The authors also developed a technique for the in situ observation of the specimen in an electric furnace and the non-contact displacement measurement in the development of a biaxial tensile creep testing machine for the miniature cruciform specimen. By observing the specimen at a target mark during the creep testing through an observation window installed at the bottom of the furnace, it was possible to visualize the specimen surface variations and obtain the axial strain from the locus of the target marks. The Mises-type equivalent strain was calculated from the axial strains obtained in the equi-biaxial tensile multiaxial creep testing and was compared with the strains obtained in the uniaxial creep testing. The Mises-type equivalent strain can be expressed using a unified method up to approximately 5% of the initial strain in the test, even in the multiaxial stress state.
One-pot fabrication of open-spherical shapes based on the decoration of copper sulfide/poly-O-amino benzenethiol on copper oxide as a promising photocathode for hydrogen generation from the natural source of Red Sea water
Authors: Alnuwaiser Maha Abdallah , Rabia Mohamed
Published: October 2024

Harnessing green hydrogen production from natural Red Sea water offers an innovative solution to address energy challenges. A one-pot fabrication method is used to create novel nanocomposite thin films with open-spherical shapes, utilizing copper sulfide/poly-O-amino benzenethiol decorated on copper oxide as a promising photocathode. After thorough analysis, a unique morphology characterized by open spherical shapes is projected, which contributes to improved optical absorption. The bandgap of the nanocomposite is 1.17 eV, enabling efficient absorption of light across the entire optical spectrum, extending up to 950 nm. Utilizing Red Sea water as an electrolyte, the generated J
ph serves as an indicator of H2 gas production. The substantial J
ph value of −0.82 mA cm−2 is achieved at −0.85 V under light illumination. Furthermore, J
ph values exhibit variability, starting at −0.58 mA cm−2 (at 730 nm) and increasing to −0.75 mA cm−2 at a wavelength of 340 nm. The estimated hydrogen gas production rate reaches 1.5 µmole h−1 cm−2, translating to an impressive 15 µmole h−1 for every 10 cm². This remarkable rate underscores the effectiveness of the photocathode, especially given its fabrication through a single-step process that is suitable for mass production. In addition, its cost-effectiveness further enhances its appeal as a viable solution for renewable energy production for hydrogen gas generation from seawater.
Development and implementation of effective Web Scraping methods for automated data collection and processing using Python
Authors: Sichkariuk Ruslan K. , Kornilovskа Natalia V. , Lurie Iryna A. , Voronenko Maria A.
Published: October 2024

With each passing year, the process of digitalization in society is accelerating, leading to a significant increase in demand for processed and analyzed information. In today's world, data has become a valuable resource, and the ability to quickly find and analyze large amounts of information is a key competitive advantage for companies, researchers, and analysts. In this context, web scraping has become an important tool, enabling the efficient collection of data from various online sources for further analysis and informed decision-making. This paper examines the latest advancements in the development and implementation of effective web scraping methods for automatic data collection and processing using Python. The use of the latest Python libraries, such as BeautifulSoup, Selenium, and Scrapy, allows for high-speed and accurate data collection from various web sources, particularly in secondary markets. The proposed algorithms reduce the risk of site blocking, ensuring the stability and reliability of data collection in various situations. Additionally, the paper places great emphasis on automating the data collection process through the development of automated scripts and the implementation of job scheduling programs, such as cron jobs. This ensures continuous database updates and the collection of new information without manual intervention. Special attention is given to the processing and cleaning of collected data, particularly in the development of methods for filtering out unnecessary information, duplicates, and noise, which enhances data quality. The efficient use of the collected data demonstrates its value for market analysis, demand assessment, and quality forecasting, highlighting the importance of the proposed method. The research includes examples of real-world data use cases in various fields such as marketing, economics, and business analysis. A comparative analysis of different data collection methods is also provided, allowing for the assessment of the effectiveness and reliability of the proposed solutions.