bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Some Topological Properties on The Cartesian Product of Fuzzy b-Metric Space
Authors: Bhandari Thaneshwar , Manandhar K. B. , Jha Kanhaiya
Published: November 2024

The aim of this paper is to introduce the concept of the Cartesian product of two fuzzy b-metric spaces with related properties. We have introduced the property that the Cartesian product of two complete fuzzy b-metric spaces is a complete fuzzy b-metric space in terms of the product t-norm (.), as well as the minimum t-norm (Λ). The properties of convergent and Cauchy sequence are introduced by using this concept.
Problems of Ensuring the Independence of the Judiciary in Modern Conditions
Authors:   Russian State University of Justice, Moscow, Russia, Ryabtsevaй Ekaterina V.
Published: November 2024

The principle of independence of the judiciary and guarantees for its implementation are considered through the prism of the institutional structure and functioning of the judicial system. The influence of presidential power on the formation of the judiciary is studied, which does not fully contribute to ensuring the independence of the court. The role of qualification boards of judges as bodies of the judicial community in the formation of the judiciary is considered. Particular attention is paid to the formation of the court apparatus, which ensures the administration of justice, creates additional guarantees for the independence of the judiciary. The results of the study show the influence of state authorities, primarily the presidential, on the independence of judges in the formation of the judiciary and the court apparatus. Proposals aimed at creating additional guarantees for ensuring the independence of the judiciary in the selection of judges and the appointment of court staff are substantiated.
Problems of Legislative Optimization of Ways to Protect Social Security Rights
Authors:   Russian State University of Justice, Moscow, Russia, Gusev Alexey Yu.
Published: November 2024

The legal status of an individual cannot be studied in isolation from the rights of a citizen in the field of social security, which have a constitutional basis. The right is a declaration if it is not provided with effective protection, which can be implemented both by applying to the court and out of court. The article analyzes the ways to protect social security rights, makes suggestions for their improvement. One of the new ways to optimize the protection of social security rights may be the possibility of resolving individual disputes in the field of social security by arbitration courts.
Touching a Socially Dangerous Act: Legislative Regulation and Practice
Authors:   North-West Branch, Russian State University of Justice, St. Petersburg, Russia, Dvorzhitskaya Marina A. , Pisarevskaya Elena A.
Published: November 2024

The article is dedicated to the research of the correctness and validity of the legislative regulation of implication to a socially dangerous act. The authors note that one of the currently existing theoretical and practical problems is the presence in law enforcement practice of cases of attraction persons to criminal responsibility for implication to a socially dangerous act in the absence of a direct indication of this in the current Russian criminal legislation. The purpose of the research was to identify problems existing in theory and law enforcement practice, and to propose ways to solve them. When writing the article, methods such as analysis, synthesis, and generalization were used. Based on the analysis carried out, the authors concluded that unjustified disregard in law enforcement practice when bringing to criminal responsibility in the case of the implication of a mandatory predicate offense due to the direct indication of the criminal law. The article points to the need to develop rules for the qualification of touched acts in these situations, depending on the fact of awareness or ignorance of the touched person in relation to circumstances excluding criminal liability of the person who committed a predicate crime due to age or insanity. The authors noted that attraction to responsibility for implication a socially dangerous act of an insane person or a person who has not reached the age of criminal responsibility, if the touched person was aware of this, contradicts the principle of legality. At the same time, in a situation where the touched person was mistaken about the nature of the main socially dangerous act, he is liable for touching. In this case, it is necessary to qualify the deed according to the rules of factual error – according to part 3 of Article 30 and one of the parts of Article 316 of the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation.
Features of Criminal Liability of Persons Involved in a Special Military Operation
Authors:   North Caucasus Branch, Russian State University of Justice, Krasnodar, Russia, Fedorenko Sergey A. , Shumakov Sergey A.
Published: November 2024

The conduct of a special military operation has led to changes in many spheres of life of Russian society. A natural consequence of these processes was the reform of certain branches and institutions of legislation, including the provisions of criminal law. The separate law providing for the specifics of criminal liability of participants in a special military operation has been replaced by relevant legal norms. Currently, special grounds for exemption from criminal liability and punishment are provided for this category of persons who have committed crimes. Due to the novelty of such legislative prescriptions, there is a need to conduct a legal analysis of the norms provided for in Articles 781 and 802 of the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation. These novelties of the Russian criminal legislation are subject to theoretical understanding, on the basis of which ways to increase the effectiveness of criminal law regulations on exemption from criminal liability and punishment of participants in a special military operation are to be developed. As a result of the conducted criminal law study of the norms establishing the grounds and conditions for exemption from criminal liability and punishment of participants in a special military operation, their socio-legal essence was determined, their relationship with related norms and institutions was revealed, recommendations and explanations on the application of these norms were formulated, as well as potential directions for improving criminal legislation were outlined in this area. In particular, the reasonableness of clarifying the analyzed norms among the persons to whom the application of the relevant provisions is permissible is justified.
The Main Mistakes of Economic Entities When Applying to the Court of the Eurasian Economic Union
Authors:   North-West Branch, Russian State University of Justice, St. Petersburg, Russia, Talimonchik Valentina P.
Published: November 2024

The article contains an analysis of the problem of the implementation in the legal system of the Eurasian Economic Union of the right of legal entities and entrepreneurs to apply to the Court of the Eurasian Economic Union. The purpose of the study is to establish the specifics of the treatment of legal entities and entrepreneurs in the EAEU Court by analyzing errors in the treatment and suggesting options for their correction, if the errors are correctable. To achieve the purpose of the study, the following tasks were solved: to identify the features of applying to legal entities and entrepreneurs to the EAEU Court; to analyze the mistakes they make when applying to the EAEU Court, identify the causes and propose options for eliminating errors. The study used problem-theoretical and formal-logical research methods, the method of analysis. During the analysis of the practice of the EAEU Court, it was found that the main reason for the shortcomings of statements to the EAEU Court is the failure of applicants to take into account clear provisions of the EAEU law norms establishing the conditions and procedure for applying to the EAEU Court, the practice of the EAEU Court. The elimination of this cause is possible through research, education and training for the formation of legal awareness and legal culture of legal entities and entrepreneurs.
Concept Of Educational Social Contact In Family, School and Community
Authors: Muhammad Bustomi  , Abdullah Idi  , Karoma
Published: November 2024

Educational social contact is a form of interaction that supports the learning process and character building of individuals, both in the family, school and community environments. This article aims to explore and elaborate the concept and important role of educative social contact in three main domains, namely family, school and community. Using a qualitative method based on a literature study, this research identifies and analyzes the various forms and impacts of educational interactions that occur in these environments. The results of the analysis show that educative social contacts that occur in families, schools and communities play a very important role in the formation of individuals' character, social skills and moral values. Family interactions, such as modeling, educative communication and character education, form the basis of child development. Schools as social agents develop students' academics and character through formal, non-formal learning and social interactions. Society introduces social norms, diversity, and the importance of cooperation and empathy. Participation in social activities, multicultural interactions and use of public facilities help individuals develop social skills to contribute to community life. These three environments complement each other in shaping individuals who are intelligent, good character and adaptive.
Chitosan-Supported CuI-Catalyzed Cascade Reaction of 2-Halobenzoic Acids and Amidines for the Synthesis of Quinazolinones
Authors: Zhao Xuhong , Li Weishuang , Yang Mengli , Li Bojie , Zhang Yaoyao , Huang Lizhen , Zhu Lei
Published: November 2024

A chitosan-supported CuI (CS@CuI) catalyst was developed for the synthesis of quinazolinones from 2-halobenzoic acids (including iodine and bromine) and amidines. The reaction proceeds under mild reaction conditions, demonstrating a broad substrate scope (30 examples) and good catalytic efficiency (up to 99% yield).
Pengembangan Media Pembelajaran KONIT (Kotak Nilai Tempat) Pada Mata Pelajaran Matematika Kelas II Sekolah Dasar
Authors: Selvia Hijraningsih  , Lalu Hamdian Affandi  , Vivi Rachmatul Hidayati  , Iva Nurmawanti
Published: November 2024

Kurangnya penggunaan media inovatif membuat peserta didik menjadi pasif selama proses pembelajaran matematika yang mengakibatkan kesulitan dalam memahami materi yang disampaikan guru. Sehingga, tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah mengembangkan media pembelajaran KONIT (Kotak Nilai Tempat) yang layak pada pembelajaran matematika materi nilai tempat di kelas II SDN 01 Taliwang. Jenis penelitian ini adalah Research and Development (R&D) dengan model ADDIE yang meliputi tahap Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, dan Evaluation. Subjek penelitian melibatkan ahli media, ahli materi, guru, dan peserta didik. Sedangkan, objek penelitian berupa media KONIT. Teknik pengumpulan data meliputi wawancara, observasi, angket, dan tes. Sementara instrumen berupa lembar wawancara, lember observasi, angket validasi ahli, angket respon peserta didik dan guru, serta soal tes pemahaman materi nilai tempat. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa media sangat valid dengan persentase 89,77% dari ahli media dan 93% dari ahli materi. Kepraktisan media juga sangat praktis berdasarkan persentase respon peserta didik sebesar 95,36% dan guru sebesar 93,33% pada percobaan kelompok kecil, serta 96,43% dari peserta didik dan 95% dari guru pada percobaan kelompok besar. Efektivitas media tergolong tinggi, dengan nilai rata-rata N-gain sebesar 0,87 pada kelompok kecil dan 0,86 pada kelompok besar. Berdasarkan hasil tersebut, media KONIT dapat dinyatakan sangat layak sebagai media pembelajaran.
The significance of lifestyle medicine core competencies in healthcare
Authors:   Student Department of the Romanian Society of Lifestyle Medicine, Iasi, Romania, Apostol Delia-Maria , Cretu Lidia-Madalina ,   Student Department of the Romanian Society of Lifestyle Medicine, Iasi, Romania, Rusinaru Carmen ,   Nutrition+Lifestyle Medicine, Washington DC, USA, Mercore-Hutanu Emanuela ,   Romanian Society of Lifestyle Medicine, Romania
Published: November 2024

Chronic diseases related to unhealthy lifestyle habits represent a major public health problem, in both developed and developing countries. The most leading cause of death worldwide, cardiovascular disease, is strongly associated with tobacco use, sedentarism, high-fat, and processed foods intake. Ameliorating symptoms and treating complications of diseases are not permanent solutions for rapidly or slowly progressing chronic conditions. Treating the root causes of non-communicable diseases (NCD) by addressing modifiable risk factors such as lifestyle choices is the future of an innovative and sustainable medical system. Developed by international experts in the field of Lifestyle Medicine (LM), the core competencies of LM serve as essential tools in clinical practice. The LM skills expand from introducing the physician and patient to the concept of LM to offering them guidance and evidence-based strategies for implementing the six pillars of LM. These core competencies were designed to facilitate a deeper understanding of LM, provide clinicians guidance, and emphasize the current knowledge and skills needed for high-quality lifestyle preventive and therapeutic interventions in clinical care.
Green Accounting Policy for Water Transportation Services to Support Sustainable Tourism in the Lake Toba Area
Authors: Triana Windi , Kemal Lainatusshifa , Rahma Annisa Alifa
Published: November 2024

The Lake Toba area is not only an important tourism attraction in Indonesia, but also one of the five super priority tourist destinations that the Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy focuses on, namely Lake Toba, Likupang, Borobudur, Mandalika, and Labuan Bajo. However, the rapid growth of tourism in the region has led to increased pressure on the environment and ecosystem of Lake Toba, including the negative impact of the water transportation sector which has the potential to damage the environment. The purpose of this study is to obtain the relationship between the green accounting policy of water transportation services and its driving factors including CSR programs for water transportation services, management support, and community support. The research methods used in this study are data collection on 65 samples of water transportation services, literature study, identifying problems, pre-processing, analyzing data, data analysis results, final evaluation, research approach with a mix method (qualitative and quantitative). Based on the results of the qualitative test of Nvivo data processing, the concept of green accounting policy carried out by water transportation business actors in Lake Toba tourist destinations is environmentally friendly technology, community support, management support and corporate social responsibility activities. This result is supported by the results of a quantitative test, namely the determination coefficient test where community support, management support and corporate social responsibility have an effect on green accounting policies.
Early Bug Detection through Shift Left Testing
Authors: Venkitaraman Ashwin
Published: November 2024

Shift-Left Testing is a preventive approach in the SW development process of identifying and handling defects where testing is performed before the flow proceeds to the subsequent phases of SDLC. In most situations, testing is done after development, and this means that any defects get discovered later contributing to high costs and more time to complete the project. Essentially, Shift-Left Testing implies that testing should be conducted during the design or the coding stage and is beneficial due to the fact that in those stages of development, it is considerably less expensive to rectify problems that are detected. It uses integrated strategies including continuous integration, static code analysis and automated testing, in which the development and the test team work together from the start. Consequently, the approach results in enhanced quality of the software, their development time, and minimization of the post-release faults. Although Shift-Left Testing is changing many ways in software development for the better, it has some problems, for instance, changing organizational culture and has high demands to test automation frameworks.
Dedicated Semantic Layer Architecture for Effective Data Analytics and Visualization: A Case Study
Authors: Suhra Ramla
Published: November 2024

Organizations these days increasingly rely on fast growing data for their critical business decision making. To leverage full potential of data, petabytes of data are being ingested into central data lakes mostly powered by cloud. They also realize that it is not enough to just collect huge amounts of data. To derive value from this data, it must be cleansed, interconnected and translated from its complex technicalities into an easily interpretable and more familiar business terminology. Building a semantic view of the data enriched with business metrics enable users to query, analyze and visualize information as quickly as the business demands. While the semantic layer is perceived as the cornerstone in modern data architecture, there are different perspective towards where or how this should be implemented. Additionally, understanding the evolution of semantic layer over the years can help choose the right architecture when attempting to build one in an organization. With the advent of Artificial Intelligence (AI), it is imperative that we discuss the impact of AI on this topic. This research delves into the evolution of the need and significance of semantic layer, exploring their architecture, benefits. It also analyzes the challenges faced during semantic layer adoption and the outlook.
Current Treatment Options for Diabetes: A Review
Authors: Shrivastav Riya , V. Koshti Shalaka , Singh Aprajeeta , Tasgaonkar Rupali
Published: November 2024

Diabetes mellitus, a chronic condition characterized by insufficient insulin production or utilization, has a rich historical context and has evolved significantly since its early identification in ancient civilizations. This article explores the multifaceted nature of diabetes, including its types—Type 1 diabetes (T1D), Type 2 diabetes (T2D), and Latent Autoimmune Diabetes in Adults (LADA)—alongside the pathogenic mechanisms that contribute to its development. The prevalence of diabetes has escalated globally, posing a substantial healthcare burden and leading to serious complications, including cardiovascular diseases and kidney failure. Management strategies have advanced, highlighting the importance of lifestyle modifications, continuous glucose monitoring, and emerging treatments such as artificial pancreas systems, smart insulin, and gene therapy. Furthermore, the potential of stem cell therapy and nanotechnology in the management of diabetes is discussed, indicating a shift towards innovative therapeutic approaches. This comprehensive overview underscores the necessity of tailored treatment strategies and the ongoing research efforts aimed at improving the quality of life for individuals affected by diabetes while addressing the global diabetes epidemic.
Usage of Differentiated Instruction on Enhancing Personal Skills among Pupils in Special Primary Schools in Kilimanjaro Region, Tanzania
Authors: Paul Simba Irene , M. Mbua Fortunatus , Ogoti Evans
Published: November 2024

In the course of an exhaustive study conducted within the territorial confines of the Kilimanjaro Region, United Republic of Tanzania, the researchers undertook a detailed examination of the application of differentiated instructional methodologies in enhancing personal competencies among pupils in specialized primary educational institutions. The sample population specifically included 28 educators, 29 pupils, 4 educational officers, and 4 school administrators. The research utilized a convergent design, employing both quantitative and qualitative data sets to ensure comprehensive analysis. Instruments utilized for data collection comprised structured questionnaires, interview protocols, observation checklists, and focus group discussions. Throughout the research process, rigorous adherence to ethical standards, including the safeguarding of participant confidentiality and anonymity, was maintained. The findings of the study indicated that the implementation of differentiated instruction had a statistically significant positive effect on the enhancement of personal competencies among pupils with special needs, evidenced by a grand mean score of 3.9. The participating educators acknowledged the critical importance of tailoring instructional strategies to the individual readiness levels of each pupil. The study concluded that differentiated instruction represents an effective and essential pedagogical approach for fostering both academic and personal growth among pupils with special educational needs, the study recommends the widespread implementation of differentiated instructional practices across similar educational settings to more effectively support the educational development of pupils with special needs.
Exploring Factors that Affect the Performance of Financial Intermediaries in the Insurance Sector
Authors: Mathisa Cedrick , Chummun Bibi Z.
Published: November 2024

This article evaluates the prominent factors affecting financial intermediaries’ performance in the insurance industry. It is widely accepted that the performance of financial intermediaries in the insurance industry contributes to both industrial expansion and an increase in the market value of financial service providers. Surprisingly, there is not much research on financial intermediaries’ ability to identify obstacles that hinder their effectiveness. This study thus sought to provide strategies for financial services providers, insurance conglomerates, and senior management to gain a broad understanding and thorough review of the important influential factors that should be considered to enhance the performance of financial intermediaries in the insurance sector. To investigate the factors that enhance the performance of financial intermediaries, a close-ended questionnaire was developed in which 300 responses were collected at a market conduct authority. A quantitative approach was judiciously selected to analyse the data and identify the relationship between several factors. Using logistic regression models, key socioeconomic characteristics impacting the performance of financial intermediaries were identified including organisation, gender, education, level of education, and experience. By examining the interplay of regulatory frameworks, market conditions, and managerial practices, the study identified key drivers and barriers to success in this industry. It is recommended that future researchers adopt the strategies to further explore the complexities surrounding hedge funds and collective investment schemes. The findings of the study may aid in the development of future innovative product designs for financial intermediaries in the insurance sector.

Keywords: Financial Intermediaries, Financial Intermediation, Financial Sector, Financial Services Providers
The threshold effect of the Taiwan stock market on ETF under the monetary policy
Authors: Yang Tzu-Yi
Published: November 2024

Taiwan’s central bank produces tightening or easing effects by controlling the rediscount rate, which indirectly affects the stock market. An exchange-traded fund (ETF) is a fund that tracks the stock market index. ETF’s effect on trading involves not only the trading volume brought by ETF trading but also the various ETF trading strategies and the basket trading required by ETF, which makes the trading of other stocks more active. We examine whether there is a threshold effect of Taiwan’s stock market on ETF under monetary policy. The explanatory variable is the price return rate of the stock market’s weighted index; the response variable is the ETF price return rate. The rediscount rate is used as a transition variable. We analyze daily data from September 28, 2011 to September 28, 2020 using a smooth-transition autoregressive model with exogenous variables (STARX). The results reveal a threshold effect between stock market of Taiwan and ETF.
Jean Wüest, membre d’honneur de la Société entomologique suisse (SES)
Authors: Cosandey Vivien , Burckhardt Daniel
Published: November 2024

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Four new species of leptonetid spiders (Araneae, Leptonetidae) from Anhui Province, China
Authors: Li Shuhui , Chen Qiang , Tong Yanfeng
Published: November 2024

Four new species of leptonetid spiders from Anhui Province, China are recognized: Jingneta qishan Tong, sp. nov. (♂♀), Jingneta wukuishan Tong, sp. nov. (♂), Leptonetela jingde Tong, sp. nov. (♂♀) and Rhyssoleptoneta lishan Tong, sp. nov. (♂♀). An identification key to leptonetid spiders from Anhui is provided.
Une divine provenance
Authors: Gbadegesin Olubukola
Published: November 2024

L’intérêt nouveau porté aux débuts de la photographie dans le monde a relancé des controverses quant à l’origine du médium et aux structures de savoir qui le définissent. L’analyse des idées nécessite d’étudier avec précision les sources diverses qui permettent de comprendre avec davantage de cohérence les géographies de la photographie et ses créateurs. En Afrique de l’Ouest, les documents des missions religieuses constituent les sources les plus anciennes de ces histoires visuelles. En s’intéressant à trois de ces sources, cet article soulève des questions récurrentes concernant la construction des archives et les formes de mécénat et de commande d’images, ainsi que la réception par les publics africains qui a façonné les contours de cette histoire naissante. Ce n’est qu’en examinant les conditions dans lesquelles ces histoires de la photographie ont été produites que nous pourrons commencer à ouvrir le champ des idées quant aux origines de la réception des images et aux modes différents qu’elle adopte.
L’association des Gens d’Images et la photographie en France entre 1954 et 1985
Authors: Flore Rebecca
Published: November 2024

Dans le contexte historique des « Trente Glorieuses », afin de développer la réflexion sur la nouvelle « civilisation de l’image » et de promouvoir l’utilisation du médium photographique en tant que moyen d’expression artistique, Albert Plécy, Raymond Grosset et Jacques Henri Lartigue fondent l’association des Gens d’Images le 15 octobre 1954. Encore active de nos jours, elle décerne depuis 1955 deux récompenses annuelles : le prix Niépce, consacrant l’œuvre d’un photographe français, et le prix Nadar, couronnant un livre photographique édité en France. Cet article retrace l’histoire des Gens d’Images, de ses origines jusqu’en 1985, afin de mesurer l’influence de cette association dans le champ photographique français, faisant ainsi ressortir certains acteurs, événements et réseaux jusqu’à présent méconnus qui participent à l’évolution du statut de la photographie en France en cette période.
Quels modes d’inhumation au temps des grandes mortalités médiévales et modernes ? Essai de typo-chronologie des structures d’enfouissement des victimes d’épidémies
Authors: Kacki Sacha , Tzortzis Stefan , Réveillas Hélène , Blanchard Philippe , Signoli Michel , Castex Dominique
Published: November 2024

Les sépultures de victimes d’épidémies, bien qu’abondamment étudiées, n’ont jamais été intégrées à une réelle réflexion typo-chronologique. L’étude présentée pallie ce manque au moyen de l’analyse de données collectées dans la littérature archéologique. Fondée sur un large corpus (470 sépultures multiples issues de 59 sites européens des ve-xixe s.), l’analyse révèle la diversité des modes d’inhumation et leurs mutations au fil des siècles. Durant le haut Moyen Âge, les victimes sont souvent inhumées dans des tombes aux caractéristiques conventionnelles. Par la suite, l’emploi de grandes fosses ou tranchées se généralise et l’inhumation en pleine terre prédomine. À la période moderne, les dépôts de corps deviennent plus désorganisés et l’utilisation de matériaux prophylactiques se généralise. Pour autant, des contenants en bois sont ponctuellement employés et les corps sont fréquemment enveloppés dans des linceuls.
Du tafoni à l’arca : inhumer en Corse du Mésolithique à l’époque moderne
Authors: Rigeade Catherine , Corbara Anne-Gaëlle , Vidal Laurent , Bergeret Agnès , Casanova Laurent , Courtaud Patrice , Duchesne Sylvie , Fabre Véronique , Ferraz Ana , Ferreira Patrick , Huser Astrid , Lanoë Emmanuel , Léandri Franck , Peche-Quilichini Kevin , Ranche Christophe , Tramoni Pascal
Published: November 2024

En Corse, la nature du sous-sol est dominée de façon principale par le cortège des granites et des schistes ce qui provoque une mauvaise conservation, voire la disparition, des restes humains. Les sépultures pour lesquelles il est possible de lier architecture et sujet inhumé sont donc assez rares. Toutefois, certains contextes taphonomiques s’avèrent malgré tout favorables à une conservation exceptionnelle des restes osseux dans des zones supposées défavorables. Le dynamisme des recherches archéologiques programmées et préventives de ces vingt dernières années permet aujourd’hui aux acteurs de l’archéologie funéraire de proposer une première approche diachronique de la typo-chronologie des inhumations en Corse.
Les sépultures de la fin du Néolithique et du début de l’âge du Bronze dans les Pyrénées occidentales. Nouvelles données chronologiques
Authors: Courtaud Patrice , Dumontier Patrice , Oberlin Christine
Published: November 2024

Le versant nord-occidental des Pyrénées livre depuis une vingtaine d’années de nombreux ensembles funéraires de la fin du Néolithique et des âges du Bronze ancien et moyen, ceci sur le piémont aussi bien qu’en altitudes. Plusieurs opérations archéologiques portant sur des sépultures collectives installées principalement dans des cavités naturelles, ont permis d’affiner la connaissance sur les pratiques funéraires, les aménagements associés et sur les activités liées à l’agro-pastoralisme, notamment pour ce qui concerne la nature du noyau humain en déplacement dans les estives. Mais l’objet de cette communication porte sur la présentation de nombreuses dates radiométriques. Pour ces ensembles collectifs qui ne livrent bien souvent que peu de sujets, nous essayons de dater chacun d’entre eux, ce qui autorise une synthèse sur l’occupation du territoire et le fonctionnement de ces sépultures.
Des pistes pour une première typo-chronologie des sépultures du site de Maison Blanche à Pardines (Puy-de-Dôme), de la fin du iiie au vie siècle après J.-C.
Authors: Chabert Sandra , Chen Agathe , Debard Julie
Published: November 2024

La nécropole de Maison Blanche à Pardines (Puy-de-Dôme) est connue depuis le début du xxe s. Les fouilles anciennes ont livré plus de 220 sépultures, datées de la fin de l’Antiquité (fin iiie-vie s.). En 2018, de nouveaux sondages ont permis de mieux comprendre les observations anciennes. Cinq principaux types de tombes sont répertoriés : le coffrage en matériaux périssables, le coffrage en dalles de pierre (ive et le vie s.), la tombe en bâtière (ve s.), le sarcophage (ve-viie s.) et le coffre en bois. Jusqu’au début du ve s., les sépultures s’accompagnent d’un dépôt de vaisselle puis seuls des éléments de parure ou des accessoires vestimentaires sont attestés.
L’inhumation en territoire turon autour du changement d’ère (ier s. av.-ier ap. J.-C.) : un critère discriminant pour la typologie des sépultures ?
Authors: Chimier Jean-Philippe , Delémont Marielle , Linger-Riquier Sandrine , Salé Philippe
Published: November 2024

La littérature archéologique suggère la pratique de l’inhumation comme largement dominante autour du changement d’Ère sur le territoire turon. Les fouilles et découvertes récentes montrent toutefois que la crémation est largement sous-estimée. La fréquence des inhumations accompagnées d’armes ou d’amphores est remarquable sur ce secteur. La pratique de l’inhumation pourrait ainsi être considérée comme un caractère typologique discriminant.
Modes de construction durant l’Antiquité tardive à Bourges (Cher) au travers des trajectoires comparées de deux établissements agricoles récemment fouillés
Authors: Marot Emmanuel
Published: November 2024

Les opérations d’archéologie préventive récentes ont permis d’explorer quasi in extenso deux villae de la proche campagne de Bourges : celle des “Boubards” (Saint-Germain-du-Puy ; fouilles Archeodunum et Service d’archéologie préventive de Bourges Plus) et celle de “l’Angoulaire” (La Chapelle-Saint-Ursin, fouille Bourges Plus). Si les deux possèdent une forme architecturale et une superficie comparables durant l’époque antique (villa de taille moyenne), leurs trajectoires durant l’Antiquité tardive et le haut Moyen Âge diffèrent : la première est abandonnée sous sa forme antique durant le iiie s. et s’organise vraisemblablement en habitat groupé avec des bâtiments sur poteaux aux ive-début ve s. ; la seconde perdure sous sa forme domaniale au moins jusque dans la première moitié du vie s., en réinvestissant les bâtiments maçonnés antérieurs. En revanche, toutes deux adoptent de nouveau la construction en pierre à partir de la fin du vie s. ou du viie s., avec l’apparition de bâtiments sur solins.Ces deux sites, et les quelques occurrences recensées localement parmi les autres établissements agricoles, ont ici été pris en exemple pour discuter de la continuité ou des ruptures dans les modes de construction en vigueur à et autour de Bourges durant l’Antiquité tardive, en lien direct avec la forme et le statut de leur habitat.
Les “fonds de cabane” de l’Antiquité tardive dans le nord de la région Centre-Val de Loire
Authors: Fournier Laurent , Rivoire Édith
Published: November 2024

Au cours des trois premières années d’existence du Projet Collectif de Recherche AnTaReC (Antiquité Tardive en Région Centre), l’étude des modes de construction durant l’Antiquité tardive et le très haut Moyen Âge s’est particulièrement portée sur un type de vestiges qui réapparaît au cours de cette période : le fond de cabane. Cette construction semi-excavée est l’un des témoignages emblématiques des changements architecturaux intervenus au cours de la période. Le dépouillement de la documentation récente pour l’ensemble de la zone étudiée fait apparaître des différences nettes dans la distribution géographique et l’intensité du recours à cette construction. On en dénombre 112 exemplaires quasi exclusivement identifiés au nord de la Loire, et plus particulièrement dans les départements du Loiret et de l’Eure-et-Loir. Ce chiffre reste modeste et, si on le compare au contingent de ces constructions identifiées dans la partie nord-est de la Gaule, il apparaît comme un phénomène relativement marginal. Les différences observées dans le nombre des supports, la taille et la profondeur des fosses, les aménagements internes laissent augurer de fonctions différentes qu’il reste souvent difficile de préciser.
Les tombes rupestres de Touraine : caractérisation morphologique, technologique, topographique et chronologique
Authors: Morleghem Daniel
Published: November 2024

Les tombes rupestres de Touraine peuvent être définies comme des fosses creusées sur toute leur hauteur dans un substrat rocheux homogène et compact – en général une roche calcaire dure –, le plus souvent depuis le sol de circulation, et dont la réalisation a nécessité l’usage d’un outillage et d’un savoir-faire similaires à ceux de la taille de pierre. Mais, dans quelle mesure la tombe rupestre peut-elle être considérée, en Touraine, comme un type de tombe spécifique ?
In Vitro antifungal activity of selected plant extracts against mango stem end rot pathogen: Lasiodiplodia theobromae
Authors: Jonathan F. T. , Mahendranathan C.
Published: November 2024

Phytopathogens are primarily controlled through the application of synthetic products, which harm human and environmental health. The use of plant-derived extracts as ecofriendly bioagents has become increasingly popular due to the biologically active compounds present in the plants. Thus, a study was conducted to determine the antifungal activity of the ethanol and acetone leaf extracts of Argyreia pomacea, Coccinia grandis, Erythrina subumbrans, and Gymnema sylvestre against the causal pathogen of mango stem-end rot. Pathogen was isolated from diseased mangoes and identified as Lasiodiplodia theobromae. The pathogenicity of the isolated L. theobromae was confirmed on healthy samples of mangoes. The antifungal activity of leaf extracts was determined by the food poison technique. The leaf extracts were tested at different concentrations of 50, 25, and 12.5 mg/ml. Results indicated that the ethanol extract of E. subumbrans (29.21 ± 0.65 %) at the concentration of 50 mg/ml showed the highest percentage of mycelial growth inhibition followed by the acetone extract of G. sylvestre (28.97 ± 0.79 %) at the concentration of 25 mg/ml against the L. theobromae. The percentage of mycelial growth inhibition was significantly different among all treatments (P < 0.05). This might be due to the different kinds of phytochemicals in the plant leaves. Further studies are required to isolate and identify the specific bioactive compounds from the leaves, responsible for these antifungal activities.
Stakeholders’ perspectives on competency-based education program in Africa: A qualitative study
Authors: Dube Barbara M. , Mtshali Ntombifikile G.
Published: November 2024

Background: Competency-based education (CBE) is adopted to reform health professionals’ education. The goal is to produce graduates who are not only competent in their fields but also equipped with the necessary social accountability skills for safe practice.Aim: The study aimed to explore nursing education stakeholders’ perspectives on competency-based primary healthcare (PHC)-oriented nursing education programmes in the South African context.Setting: The setting for this study was a higher education institution in South Africa.Methods: A descriptive qualitative method was used in this study. After taking ethical clearance from the university ethics committee, data were purposively collected and theoretically sampled from 40 participants through focus group discussion, individual interviews and document analysis.Results: The data findings reported categories that emerged from this study, which include the attributes of a competency-based PHC-oriented programme and the outcomes of a competency-based PHC-oriented programme.Conclusion: In the context of this study, the concept of CBE was portrayed as a programme with strong social accountability that aims at addressing priority health needs surrounding communities and ensuring that the health needs of the community are met while providing health delivery service to communities in their natural environment.Contribution: These findings add to the growing evidence base around CBE as an approach to strengthen PHC-oriented health services in low- and middle-income countries, a key aspect of which is providing service within communities. This enables the accessibility of quality healthcare closer to where people live and work to achieve Sustainable Development Goal number three.
Analysing crab syndrome through the perspective of life history theory
Authors: Üzüm Burcu , Samancı Simge , Özkan Osman Seray
Published: November 2024

Purpose: This research aims to explain the relationships among crab syndrome, stress caused by uncertainty and organisational commitment (affective-continuance-normative) and explores unknown aspects of crab syndrome. Crab syndrome is a metaphor that depicts how emotions and personality are shaped, focusing on competition for access to resources in which others are viewed as threats.Design/methodology/approach: Research hypotheses were proposed and tested using structural equation modelling. Data were collected through an online questionnaire administered in the hospitality sector in Turkey.Findings/results: The results indicate a positive significant relationship between stress caused by uncertainty and crab syndrome. Crab syndrome has a positive significant impact on affective and continuance commitment. It mediates the relationship between stress caused by uncertainty and organisational commitment (affective-continuance).Practical implications: The theoretical framework draws on life history theory to address crab syndrome. Stress caused by uncertainty was a key factor affecting individual’s behaviours. Crab syndrome and organisational commitment are outcomes of stress caused by uncertainty. The results show hospitality employees can support their businesses in taking a step forward in competition. In addition, this research contributes to the extension of the crab syndrome literature. The longitudinal effects of variables could not be assessed because the study was cross-sectional in design. However, it only included the hospitality sector, and the convenience sampling method was used.Originality/value: This research expanded the existing crab syndrome literature and provided new contributions to research in the hospitality sector in the Turkish context.
Development and nutritional assessment of Ojas cookies using Ojaswini Churna and millet's flour
Authors: Singh Thakur Rakesh , Kumar Aman , Singh Yashika
Published: November 2024

BACKGROUND:

The therapeutic efficacy of Ayurveda for chronic ailments and limitations of mainstream medicine has spurred an exploration of alternative interventions. This study is aimed to develop Ojas cookies by using Ojaswini Churna (Ayurvedic proprietary medicine) and millets flour along with its nutritional assessment.

METHODS:

Authentic botanicals, comprising Ayurvedic herbs and organic millet flours, were procured. Later, Ojaswini Churna was prepared following the Formulary of National Institute of Ayurveda (Deemed to be University) Jaipur. Subsequently, Ojas cookies were developed via three pilot methods using millet flour, followed by analytical assessment of organoleptic, physicochemical, nutritional, and microbiological parameters.

RESULTS:

The final formulation derived from pilot method 3 exhibited optimal palatability, adequate crispness, odor, and uniformity. Each Ojas cookie weighed 15 g and exhibited uniform circular shape with pleasant odor. Analytical profiling revealed the presence of macronutrients such as carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, dietary fiber, vitamins, calcium, and iron. Microbiological examination showed the absence of Escherichia coli, Salmonella, yeast and mold, and coliform bacteria.

CONCLUSION:

This study aims to integrate Ayurvedic principles with contemporary nutritional insights. The conversion of Ojaswini Churna into macronutrient-enriched cookies aligns with the bakery industry’s growth and nutritional significance of millets, especially in the context of the International Year of Millets 2023. The conversion of Ojaswini Churna into Ojas cookies represents the convergence of traditional and contemporary approaches. Ojas cookies offer a promising avenue for addressing health concerns, highlighting the nutritional potential of millets.
Epidermal Inclusion Cyst Presenting as Prepatellar Bursitis
Authors: Dharwadkar Arpana , Bharadwaj Saloni , Sharma Apeksha , Chandanwale Shirish S. , Patil Saurabh
Published: November 2024

An epidermal inclusion cyst is one of the rare benign lesions that can occur around the knee and can mimic prepatellar bursitis. They can occur anywhere in the body, but more prevalent sites are the face, neck, trunk, behind the ears, and palmoplantar region. In the present case, a 52-year-old man with epidermal inclusion cyst presented to the surgery outpatient department (OPD) with symptoms clinically mimicking as prepatellar bursitis, occurring at a rather unusual site, ie; the anterior aspect of the left knee. The possibility of an epidermal inclusion cyst should always be considered in an atypical soft tissue mass when presenting around the knee. Histopathological examination confirms the diagnosis.
Monodermal Ovarian Teratoma: A Rare Case Report
Authors: Kambale Tushar , Deshmukh Shrishti , Iqbal Banyameen , Buch Archana
Published: November 2024

Struma ovarii (SO), also known as monodermal ovarian teratoma, is a rare and an uncommon histological diagnosis and a kind of mature dermoid cyst in which thyroid tissue makes up more than 50% of the total component. Boettlin originally reported this tumor in 1889. Although it had been previously documented, Ludwig Pick in 1901 described that this tumor was made up of thyroid tissue. While it is usually benign, its potential to produce thyroid hormones and the rare possibility of malignancy make it an interesting and clinically significant condition. Early diagnosis and appropriate management, often involving surgical removal, are key to ensuring the best outcomes for patients with SO. Definitive diagnosis is based on histopathological examination. This case report is presented due to its rarity and its variable clinical and radiological presentation.
Secreting Male Breast: A Clinical Oddity
Authors: Badole Prashant , Pandit Vinay R. , Singh Jivtesh , Rokkam Rohini , Dwivedi Tejasvi
Published: November 2024

A 34-year-old male who had been diagnosed with pulmonary tuberculosis 5 months ago and was started on National TB Elimination Program (NTEP) standard regimen-based antitubercular therapy came for Outpatient consultation regarding new onset swelling and discharge from bilateral breasts for the last 15 days. On clinical examination, he was found to have bilateral gynecomastia. Routine and hormone laboratory investigations were performed to rule out other causes, and isoniazid exposure was determined to be the underlying cause. The patient was allowed to complete his course of antitubercular therapy (ATT) which was simultaneously managed with pyridoxine supplementation. On follow-up 2 months after completion of ATT, the gynecomastia decreased significantly, and there was no discharge either. It is highly unusual for a male patient to develop a fully functional gynecomastia following isoniazid exposure. There is no guideline-directed management for this condition, and rapid resolution following pyridoxine supplementation encourages its use in future cases.
Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma of Sinonasal Mass: A Rare Case Report
Authors: Bavikar Rupali , Gore Charusheela R. , Ingale Yamini , Deshmukh Shrishti , Saikia Snigdha
Published: November 2024

Adenoid cystic carcinoma (ACC) is a rare tumor, contributing to less than 1% of head and neck malignancies. It involves the salivary gland, nose, and paranasal sinus. Sinonasal malignancies constitute 1–2% of all malignancies. Out of all sinonasal malignancies, sinonasal adenoid cystic carcinoma (SNACC) is the third most common SNACC and is a slow-growing tumor that manifests in later stages. SNACC can extend into intracranial and intradural space, therefore it requires surgical treatment and radiotherapy. The prognosis of SNACC entirely depends on the histological subtype of the tumor and available treatment options. This case report is presented due to its rare histopathological findings.