bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
The CFS Choux Questionnaire
Authors: De St. Maurice Greg
Published: August 2024

A riff on the well-riffed Proust Questionnaire, the CFS Choux Questionnaire is meant to elicit a tasty and perhaps surprising experience, framed within a seemingly humble exterior. (And yes, some questions have a bit more craquelin than others.) Straightforward on their own, the queries combined start to form a celebratory pyramid of extravagance. How that composite croquembouche is assembled and taken apart, however, is up to the respondents and readers to determine. Respondents are invited to answer as many questions as they choose.
The final question posed—What question would you add to this questionnaire?—prompts each respondent to incorporate their own inquisitive biome into the mix, feeding a forever renewed starter culture for future participants. For this edition, our respondent has replied to a question from Lisa Heldke (CFS Vol. 10 #2).
Our Choux Questionnaire respondent for this issue is Greg de St. Maurice, an Associate Professor in Keio University’s Faculty of Business and Commerce. He holds a PhD in Cultural Anthropology (University of Pittsburgh) and Master’s degrees from Oxford University, Ritsumeikan University, and American University. He served as the Vice President of ASFS from 2017 to 2022.
El cuerpo despreciable de Pablo: Los conflictos de poder-somático en las primeras comunidades paulinas
Authors: Zamora Santiago Gerson
Published: August 2024

This work aims to delve into discussions concerning the relationship between body and power within the early conflicts of Pauline Christianity. Ideals and ideological transmission, particularly pertaining to a somatic classification of power in the most urbanized cities of the Roman Empire in the 1st century, compelled Paul to employ a rhetoric of suffering in order to uphold his somatic (apostolic) legitimacy. Within the symbolism of Roman power, Paul does not embody the hegemonic stereotype of a divine emissary. In this context, the apostle introduces the discourse of the Crucified body, “bearing in the body the death of Jesus everywhere” (2 Cor 2:4). This serves as a response to accusations and ideological discourses that politically disdain bodies, diverging from the ideals of the Greco-Roman elite.
Anatomical Ablation of the Atrioventricular Node
Authors: Katritsis Demosthenes G , Siontis Konstantinos C , Agarwal Sharad , Stavrakis Stavros , Giazitzoglou Eleftherios , Amin Hina , Marine Joseph E , Tretter Justin T , Sanchez-Quintana Damian , Anderson Robert H , Calkins Hugh
Published: August 2024

Background: Atrioventricular (AV) conduction ablation has been achieved by targeting the area of penetration of the conduction axis as defined by recording a His bundle potential. Ablation of the His bundle may reduce the possibility of a robust junctional escape rhythm. It was hypothesised that specific AV nodal ablation is feasible and safe. Methods: The anatomical position of the AV node in relation to the site of penetration of the conduction axis was identified as described in dissections and histological sections of human hearts. Radiofrequency (RF) ablation was accomplished based on the anatomical criteria. Results: Specific anatomical ablation of the AV node was attempted in 72 patients. Successful AV nodal ablation was accomplished in 63 patients (87.5%), following 60 minutes (IQR 50–70 minutes) of procedure time, 3.4 minutes (IQR 2.4–5.5 minutes) of fluoroscopy time, and delivery of 4 (IQR 3–6) RF lesions. Αn escape rhythm was present in 45 patients (71%), and the QRS complex was similar to that before ablation in all 45 patients. Atropine was administered in six patients after the 10-min waiting period and did not result in restoration of conduction. In nine patients, AV conduction could not be interrupted, and AV block was achieved with ablation of the His after delivery of 12 (IQR 8–15) RF lesions. No cases of sudden death were encountered, and all patients had persistent AV block during a median 10.5 months (IQR 5–14 months) of follow-up. Conclusion: Anatomical ablation of the AV node is feasible and safe, and results in an escape rhythm similar to that before ablation.
A kontrollhely, a stressz és egyes mentális zavarok összefüggései a Sötét és Világos Hármas esetén
Authors: Vadai Katalin , Nagy Henriett
Published: August 2024

Elméleti háttér: A kontrollhely és a stressz, valamint egyes mentális zavarok (depresszió, szorongás) összefüggéseit számos kutatásban vizsgálták, azonban a proszociális Világos Hármas (humanizmus, kantianizmus, hit az emberiségben) és a szociálisan averzív Sötét Hármas (machiavellizmus, szubklinikai narcizmus, szubklinikai pszichopátia) hatása a kontrollhelyelvárás és a depresszió, a szorongás, valamint a stressz közötti összefüggésre nézve kevésbé kutatott terület. Célkitűzések: Mivel egyelőre nem tisztázott a kontrollhelyelvárás kapcsolata az említett mentális zavarokkal és a stresszel a két Hármas esetén, kutatásunk ezen összefüggéseket igyekszik feltárni. Módszerek: A keresztmetszeti kérdőíves vizsgálatban használt kérdőíveket (Világos Hármas Kérdőív, Rövidített Sötét Hármas Kérdőív, Rövidített Kontrollhely Kérdőív, DASS-21 Depresszió, Szorongás és Stressz Skála) 194 fő töltötte ki (148 nő, 46 férfi, átlagéletkor = 37 év, SD = 13,2 év). Eredmények: Eredményeink szerint a belsőkontrollhely-elvárás szignifikáns, mérsékelt erősségű, negatív irányú együttjárást mutat a szorongás, a depresszió és a stressz összesített értékével (r = –0,41; p < 0,001), és sem a Világos Hármas [F (3, 190) = 17,25; R2 = 0,227; p < 0,001; B = 0,001; p = 0,927], sem a Sötét Hármas [F (3, 190) = 18,737; R2 = 0,227; p < 0,001; B = 0,001; p = 0,916] összesített skálái nem mutatnak szignifikáns moderációs hatást a kontrollhelyelvárás és a mentális zavarok, valamint a stressz közötti összefüggések mentén. A Világos Hármas összessége (r = – 0,22; p = 0,002) és annak hit az emberiségben (r = – 0,18; p = 0,013) és kantianizmus alskálái (r = – 0,22; p = 0,002) szignifikáns, de enyhe, negatív irányú kapcsolatban vannak a mentális zavarok és a stressz mutatóival. Következtetések: Eredményeink alapján a depresszió, a szorongás és a stressz kialakulásában meghatározó jelentőségű a kontrollhely szerepe a vizsgált változókat tekintve. Ugyan a Világos Hármas összessége, és annak hit az emberiségben és kantianizmus alskálái mutatnak némi védelmet a mentális zavarok és a stressz megjelenésével szemben, ekkor is a belsőkontrollhely-elvárás szerepe fontosabb, azaz minél inkább belső kontrollos egy személy, annál kevésbé valószínű a vizsgált mentális zavarok és a stressz megjelenése, függetlenül attól, hogy a Világos vagy a Sötét Hármas tulajdonságai jellemzőek rá hangsúlyosabban.
From Veganism to Dinosaurs and Religion
Authors: Ellsworth Jason WM
Published: August 2024

The Essay provides space for scholars to present peer-reviewed research in a manner that uses data studies and critical reflection as occasions for advancing currents in the broader academic study of religion. Jason Ellsworth analyzes vegetarianism and dinosaurs in pop culture to highlight the ways that humans construct categories to facilitate social relationships. While such constructions serve useful for legitimation and negotiation in cultural contests, they may be less useful in actually representing objects of study with the order of fidelity scholars claim to seek.
Digital Humanities as Preserving Inherently Ephemeral Information
Authors: Brett Adam DJ
Published: August 2024

The Download is where we bring you up to speed on all things digital when it comes to working in our field. In this issue, we are pleased to have a piece from Adam DJ Brett. Many of us have been working long enough to know that technologies change and fade away. Brett gives us a framework for thinking about how to make sure our content is built to last.
AARSE Conversations about the Challenges of the Small Religious Studies Program
Authors: Touna Vaia , Denison Brandi , Baldwin Matthew
Published: August 2024

The Conference presents scholarly dialogue pertinent to the field of Religious Studies. The piece in this issue of the Bulletin is taken from the March 2023 American Academy of Religions South East Conference at Mercer University in Atlanta, GA. Presiding over the discussion is Vaia Touna Associate Professor and Graduate Studies Director at the University of Alabama. Members of the panel include Matthew Baldwin, Professor Emeritus of Religion and Philosophy at Mars Hill University and Brandi Denison, Associate Professor of Philosophy and Religious Studies at the University of North Florida. In this panel the members discuss challenges which face smaller religious studies programs.
Freedom, Coercion, and Authority
Authors: Bellah Robert N
Published: August 2024

In The Archive we republish articles that, in hindsight, may have been ahead of their time in its prescience. Our pull for this issue is a 1999 piece by Robert N. Bellah, (February 23, 1927—July 30, 2013), former Elliott Professor of Sociology at the University of California in Berkeley, titled, “Freedom, Coercion and Authority.” In this article Bellah forwards the benefits of the self-understanding of society and defends the traditional purpose of a university education. Bellah believes that college students do not go to college to merely learn facts, but to learn how to think critically and apply these facts. Many issues facing Bellah addresses facing universities at the time of this writing are even more pressing issues today. This piece was originally published in Academe, the Bulletin of the American association of University Professors 85.1 (January/February 1999), 16–21 and the Council of Societies for the Study of Religion Bulletin 28.2 (April 1999), 35–39.
Sabiduría Femenina. La Diosa Maat en Hochmah israelita, Sophía cristiana y Naná Burukú Yoruba
Authors: Mena-López Maricel , Montezuma Nathália
Published: August 2024

Este presente artículo revela el poder sacerdotal femenino al acudir a la metodología de la religión comparada poniendo la diosa Maat en diálogo con entidades sagra- das de las tradiciones sapienciales, egipcias y yorubas como la Hochmah israelita, la Sophia cristiana y Naná Burukú yoruba. Las cuatro divinidades protagonizan la fuerza de la sabiduría femenina para mantener el orden, el equilibrio y la justicia en su entorno. Más que revindicar estas divinidades femeninas estamos invitando las mujeres de hoy a salir de las armadillas de una religión patriarcal y recuperar el prin- cipio femenino de la sabiduría que habita en nosotras. Para el desarrollo de nuestra argumentación conceptual y metodológica, en un primer momento, nos centramos en los principios éticos de la Diosa Maat en la antigua sociedad kemetica, del Egipto faraónico, para en un segundo lugar, centrarnos en la Hochmah israelita, extrayendo conexiones entre estas dos corrientes filosóficas, para en seguida ver su continuidad en la Sophia neotestamentaria. En seguida, nos centramos en la diosa Nana de la tra- dición yoruba. La línea maestra que conduce cada uno de estos ítems es el arquetipo de la Maat como Diosa y como concepto o principio ético que ha marcado la historia de la humanidad. Finalmente, a guisa de conclusión enunciamos algunos principios éticos que, a nuestro modo de ver, plantean una filosofía holística, integradora, en diálogo con el Ubuntu y el Mutu.
“Bruja” que nos habita: Lectura afrolatinoamericana de la Mujer Sabia de Endor (1 Samuel 28:3-25)
Authors: Regina de Lima Silva Silvia
Published: August 2024

Esta es una propuesta de lectura del texto de I Samuel 28:3-25, desde mujeres afro- descendientes. La lectura establece el diálogo entre el texto, a partir de la “Adivina de Endor” y la experiencia de Luzia Pinta, mujer africana, exesclava que vivió en Brasil en el siglo XVIII. Entramos al texto recordando la historia de Luiza Pinta en su labor de sanadora y cuidadora, y luego acompañamos a la Mujer Sabia Adivina de Endor. Para nuestra sorpresa encontramos a reyes infligiendo sus propias leyes y consultando a adivinas en momentos de toma de decisión, a profetas manifestándose y hablando por la boca de una mujer en trance. En el movimiento y diálogo, entre vidas, textos historias se busca deconstruir imaginarios que refuerzan visiones racis- tas de África como tierra de hechizos y brujerías y la discriminación de las mujeres, mujeres afrodescendientes por estos mismos imaginarios socialmente construidos y reforzados por lecturas bíblicas racistas y patriarcales.
¿Dónde están las hechiceras y su diosa? Una mirada crítica a Isaías 57
Authors: Cristina Ventura (Tirsa) María
Published: August 2024

Este ensayo, generado a partir del análisis de (Isaías 57, 3) es una invitación a leer los textos bíblicos tomando en cuenta distintas dimensiones de la violencia contra las mujeres. Develando que los calificativos de hechicera, adultera, prostituta, son parte de un proyecto de dominación monoteísta y colonial, utilizado para invisibi- lizarlas, degradarlas, marginalizarlas y despojar de poder a ellas y sus hijos. Pero, además, sospecho que con esto se le expropia de sus haceres y saberes a la propia diosa madre.El trayecto utilizado, apoyándome en diferentes autoras y autores, me permite ir re- velando que las sociedades disciplinarias transitan hacia el control, por la iniciativa de un Dios único que controla, por medio de la vigilancia y el castigo, desbordando, inclusive, lo instituido cuando se trata de acciones realizadas por quienes deciden resistir al control, ni sobre ellas ni sobre los demás, aunque sean reprendidas. Esto significa que cada una sea su propio agente, en el doble sentido de la palabra. Para llevar adelante esta experiencia, parto de mis propias motivaciones culturales, inda- gando desde ahí sobre el lugar de las mujeres hechiceras, cuya principal función es la de curar. Esto me permite entrar al texto bíblico con preguntas clave sobre el sentido de la madre hechicera y el interés de reprenderla a ella y a sus hijos.
grilagem da Palestina: A promessa da terra em Gn 12
Authors: José Dietrich Luiz
Published: August 2024

Esse texto discorre sobre o uso de textos bíblicos – como a promessa da terra para Abraão em Gn 12 – como legitimação para a invasão e tomada da Palestina, por diversos movimentos sionistas, e a partir da história da redação do livro do Gênese conforme a moderna arqueologia e os estudos críticos da Bíblia, mostra a elaboração dessa promessa como parte do projeto de Josias de tomar as terras do Israel norte, apontando elementos para uma leitura decolonizada e descolonizadora dessa e de outras perícopas, de forma a denunciar todos os projetos colonialistas, racistas e genocidas que usam os textos bíblicos para sua legitimação.
livro de Josué: entre resistências populares e planos supremacistas, ontem e hoje
Authors: Lima Vasconcelos Pedro , Rodrigues da Silva Rafael
Published: August 2024

O artigo se detém no livro de Josué, fundamental para as discussões que envolvem o território da Palestina e as disputas por sua posse, ontem e hoje. Destaca inspirações colonizadoras e supremacistas que ele suscitou ao longo do tempo – em campos como o da política, da arqueologia e da pregação – e salienta a necessidade de se en- frentar a questão de sua confecção, pois nele coexistem, de maneira tensa, memórias populares plurais de povos que viviam na antiga Canaã/Palestina e tentativas de uni- ficação da história, com a hegemonia de Israel/Judá e os inevitáveis silenciamentos daí decorrentes.
guerra y las mujeres: ver con los oídos a las muertas. Un clamor que sube del desierto
Authors: Rojas Salazar Marilú
Published: August 2024

La guerra genocida iniciada por el gobierno de Israel al mando de Benjamín Netan- yahu del partido Likud de la derecha israelí, es un femigenocidio e infanticidio por un ‘pacto de conquista’ capitalista neocolonial-machocrático en el cual más de 30 es- tados son cómplices. El presente artículo analiza los textos bíblicos de Números 31, 17-18 y 1 Samuel 15, 2-3 en un intento por deconstruir aquellos textos que pueden ser utilizados para justificar las tendencias sionistas y el genocidio descarado. Los cuerpos de las mujeres y niños asesinados en esta guerra que vuelven a ser cuerpos territorio de conquista y exterminio, y aunque han querido invisibilizarlos, su llanto es un clamor de justicia que se escucha en el desierto. Las mujeres del sur global nos unimos a este clamor y llanto de justicia de las muertas en Gaza para exigir un ¡Alto al femigenocidio y exterminio!
clamor das pedras: Uma introdução às Teologias Palestinas em Diálogo com América Latina
Authors: Cardoso Nancy
Published: August 2024

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Biochar-Bio-Cu composite superhydrophobic membrane for efficient oil-water separation
Authors: Beagan A. , Yang Z. , Mohamed M. E.
Published: August 2024

This manuscript presents the development of a superhydrophobic textile fabric (SF) for effective oil–water (O/W) separation. A biochar was synthesized by pyrolysis of banana leaves. The bio-Cu nanoparticles (bio-Cu NPs) were synthesized from grape seed extract. The biochar and bio-Cu NPs were used to enhance the surface roughness of the textile fabric. The low-cost, eco-friendly stearic acid was used as a low surface energy material. The SF achieves a water sliding angle of 1 degree and apparent contact angle of 159 degrees, indicating its superhydrophobic nature. The absorption capacity toward silicone oil (SO), toluene, and crude oil (CO) is measured at 102.2 g/g, 98.5 g/g, and 91.0 g/g, respectively, with minimal decrease after ten usage cycles. The SF exhibits outstanding O/W separation efficiencies for CO (99.6%), toluene (98.9%), and SO (97.5%) over ten cycles. Mechanical stability assessments reveal superhydrophobicity retention till a length of abrasion equal to 650 mm. Chemical stability investigations demonstrate SF’s resilience across a pH range of 1–13 over 2 h of immersion. Furthermore, the SF shows a good flux rate toward the oils used. These findings establish a promising advancement in environmental remediation and O/W separation.
Sustainable antimicrobial functionalization of cotton with lavender oil and jackfruit latex
Authors: Toki Gazi Farhan Ishraque , Alave Rezaul Karim Khan , Duti Syeda Fariha Jannat , Sharif Nawaz , Mia Rony , Dutta Sudipto , Repon Reazuddin , Al-Qahtani Wahidah H. , Haldhar Rajesh , Hossain M. Khalid , Islam Tanvir , Islam Tarikul
Published: August 2024

In recent years, functional antimicrobial fabric materials have been in high demand in the health sector due to the impact of COVID-19. Considering the increasing demand, the availability of natural, environmentally friendly, and non-toxic products is limited. In this study, a facile, eco-friendly method for the preparation of antimicrobial functional cotton fabric is proposed. At first, scoured and bleached cotton fabric is treated with chitosan, followed by encapsulation of lavender essential oil (LEO) with the addition of Artocarpus heterophyllus Lam. (jackfruit) latex gum as a binder. For the encapsulation and optimization of LEO and jackfruit latex gum (JLG) performance, four variations of these material’s quantity were utilized. Among all the studied samples, we found that the most efficient inhibition of bacterial growth was induced in both gram-negative (Escherichia coli) and gram-positive (Staphylococcus aureus) cultures. Among the samples, the chitosan-treated fabric with LEO and JLG added, named TG-5 (refers to LEO of 3 mL and JLG of 5 mL), showed the most impactful bacteria reduction. It demonstrates the most effective antibacterial reduction of 92.5% and 56.8% for E. coli and S. aureus bacterium cultures, respectively. The field emission scanning electron microscope illustrates and validates the morphology and addition of the prepared samples, while Fourier transform infrared is employed to identify the chemical bonding and chemical compounds of the functionalized materials. Therefore, the new combination of lavender oil and latex gum of jackfruit as an antimicrobial finishing agent can be the replacement of synthetic chemicals for cotton fabric functionalization in medical textiles.
On Listening
Authors: Sundar Pavitra
Published: August 2024

“On Listening” is a video essay on what listening entails and what it makes possible. Focusing on the physical, tangible aspects of listening as well as its more imaginative dimensions, it makes a case for listening as an embodied orientation that forges relationships across time and space.
The Presence and Population Status of Medicinal Leeches in the Some Wetlands in the Susurluk Basin
Authors: Ergün Mustafa , Pazar Mehmet , Bulut Cafer
Published: August 2024

In this study, the population status of the wetlands in the Susurluk Basin (except Uluabat and Manyas Lakes) in terms of medicinal leeches and the stock status of the existing areas were investigated. Between March and October 2022 and 2023, studies were carried out in a total of 108 areas, including 26 wetlands in Kütahya, 49 wetlands in Bursa and 33 wetlands in Balıkesir. Medicinal leech population and stock studies were carried out in the wetlands located in Keles Epçeler in Bursa, Balıkesir İvrindi Çelimler and Balıkesir Dursunbey Aşağımusalar regions. A total of 378 medicinal leeches (0.02-5.19 g weight and 10.48-153.92 mm) were sampled from the study areas. The catchable amount of medicinal leeches was determined as 4.956 g for Epçeler, 218 g for Çelimler and 44 g for Aşağımusalar. When the population status and stock amounts of medicinal leeches obtained from wetlands and their habitats were analysed, it was determined that there was a decrease in medicinal leeches as a result of hunting pressure and habitat change and loss. This situation has shown that breeding systems should be increased and the pressure on nature should be reduced against the increasing demand for medicinal leeches in recent years.
The Current Status of Viral Nervous Necrosis Disease in Türkiye
Authors: Eren Hakan , Kaplan Murat , Yavru Sibel
Published: August 2024

The agent of Viral Nervous Necrosis (VNN) disease is betanodavirus and is a viral fish disease and VNN disease has been reported in many fish species in Türkiye and around the world. It is known to cause high mortality rates in aquatic animals living in both marine and fresh water. It has been reported that the RGNNV and RGNNV/SJNNV genotypes of the virus, which has four genotypes, were detected in Turkey by the end of 2023. RGNNV genotype was detected in sea bass (Dicentrarchus labrax) for the first time in our country in 2011 and after that has since been found in other fish species such as sea bream (Sparus aurata), red mullet (Mullus barbatus), and garfish (Belone belone) in the Mediterranean region. RGNNV genotypes have also been reported in sea bass (D. labrax) in the Black Sea, and in sea bass (D. labrax) and RGNNV/SJNNV genotypes have been reported sea bream (S. aurata) in the Aegean Sea. In this study, studies on VNN in Turkey were reviewed and it was aimed to discuss the current status of the disease as a whole.
Bowel Obstruction Associated with Dolichocolon
Authors: Saavedra Asencios Jimena
Published: August 2024

Background: Dolicocolon is an elongation of the colon at the level of any segment, but since it is uncommon, it does not have extensive literature. Case presentation: A 68-year-old woman was admitted to the emergency department with nausea and vomiting, with no other symptoms found. With the help of imaging tests, bowel obstruction was detected due to sigmoid dolichocolon. Conclusion: The case we describe is relevant as it is a rare clinical entity, such as dolichocolon which is associated with bowel obstruction, which is considered a risk factor for its development.
QTL Mapping via GeneNetwork.org v1
Authors: Michael Glikman Dow , de Bakker Dennis , W. Williams Rob
Published: August 2024

The use of GeneNetwork.org for identifying quantitative trait loci. Rich datasets available for mapping a wide range of traits to genomic variation.
Lenvatinib and pembrolizumab combination in metastatic renal cell carcinoma: experience of the Republic of Bashkortostan
Authors: Menshikov K. V. , Lipatov D. O. , Nasretdinov A. F. , Musin Sh. I. , Sultanbaeva N. I. , Menshikova I. A. , Sultanbaev A. V. , Izmaylov A. A. , Galimov Sh. N. , Rezyapova A. Sh.
Published: August 2024

Background. Lenvatinib and pembrolizumab combination showed statistically significant and clinically important improvements for progression-free survival (PFS), overall survival (OS), and objective response rate compared to sunitinib.

Aim. To evaluate the effectiveness and safety of lenvatinib and pembrolizumab combination in patients with metastatic renal cell carcinoma in clinical practice at the Republican Clinical Oncological Dispensary (Ufa).

Materials and methods. The study included 24 patients (20 men and 4 women) with clear cell renal cell carcinoma. Patients with ECOG (Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group) score 0–3, any Karnofsky scale status, and no detection of PD-L1 expression in the tumor were included. Follow-up period was 24 months.

Results. Objective response rate was 68 % which is consistent with the CLEAR trial value of 72 %. Six-month PFS was 82 %, 12-month PFS was 70 %; 6-month OS was 91.2 %, 12-month OS was 83.4 %. Median PFS and OS were not reached. There were no new safety signals for the lenvatinib and pembrolizumab combination. Grade III adverse events were arterial hypertension and hepatotoxicity.

Conclusion. In real clinical practice, lenvatinib and pembrolizumab combination showed results consistent with the data of the basic clinical trial despite short follow-up and expanded inclusion criteria.
Artificial intelligence in diagnosis of prostate cancer using magnetic resonance imaging. New approach
Authors: Aboyan I. A. , Redkin V. A. , Nazaruk M. G. , Polyakov A. S. , Pakus S. M. , Lemeshko S. I. , Hasigov А. V.
Published: August 2024

Aim. To improve the diagnosis of prostate cancer by training a neural network to identify malignant tumor lesions using the results of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) studies with the same or greater accuracy than an experienced radiologist, using as the truth histological mapping of slides performed by a morphologist.

Materials and methods. The work was performed at the “Zdorovie” Clinical and Diagnostic Center in Rostov-on-Don. Patients selected for the study underwent MRI in the Philips Ingenia 3.0T machine according to the prostate multiparametric MRI protocol, which complies with the requirements of PI-RADS v.2.1. The obtained data was used to train a convolutional neural network based on the U-Net architecture. The correct map of the actual locations of prostate cancer lesions was obtained using the “Morphologist’s digital mapping tool” software.

Results. The research part of the work consisted of following stages:

development of the “Morphologist’s digital mapping tool” software for virtualization of lesions;

analysis of MRI data archive, retrospective selection of patients;

mapping of data by a morphologist to identify lesions in the prostate with layer-by-layer transfer of visualized lesions in the histological preparation to the image of the prostate gland in the “Morphologist’s digital mapping tool”, as well as training of the neural network to identify the presence of a malignant neoplasm in the prostate, location of the lesion(s), clinically significant disease;

data validation

For a certain amount of input data and high-quality mapping of this data, the neural network is capable of detecting prostate cancer lesions with the same accuracy as an experienced radiologist. Validation showed that the neural network correctly localized prostate cancer in 78 % of cases, while the radiologist did so in 55 % of cases. Comparative analysis also revealed the ability of the neural network to detect prostate cancer in areas of the prostate where the radiologist could not recognize any visual patterns indicating the presence of prostate cancer.

Conclusion. Training a neural network without the participation of a radiologist is a fundamentally new approach that allows to sidestep the experience and qualifications of a radiologist in interpreting the obtained multiparametric MRI images.
The Role of the Teacher and Lecturer in the Transmission of Culture: State and Objectives
Authors: Grichanova T.G. , Novikova A.V. , Sizova L.A. , Tolochek E.A.
Published: August 2024

In modern conditions, questions about the transmission of culture, about the factors of socialization of people remain relevant. Social institutions for the transmission of culture and the formation of social ideas of young people are secondary and higher educational institutions, the key persons being teachers and lecturers. Purpose of the study: to study the ideas of teachers and students about the “standard qualities” of a person (man, woman, husband, wife). Hypotheses: 1) ideas about the “standard qualities” of a person are formed through various social mechanisms. 2) the effects of teachers’ direct influence on the formation of students’ ideas about “standard qualities” are limited; The perceptions of teachers and students differ. Sample: 1st and 2nd year students, boys and girls aged 18-20 years: 32 — technical university (RTU MIREA, Moscow), 33 — humanitarian (GAUGN, Moscow), 47 — sports (GTSOLIFK); 37 nurses undergoing retraining, 22-38 years old; 36 teachers of the same universities (men and women); women aged 25-60 years). The working hypotheses are confirmed; the data obtained are consistent with the results of the first studies (Tolochek, 2023), expand and develop them.
Aplicación extraterritorial de la Convención Europea de Derechos Humanos. De la jurisdicción, como objeción preliminar, a la responsabilidad
Authors: Salinas Alcega Sergio
Published: August 2024

La incoherencia y el casuismo que se achacan a la aproximación del Tribunal de Estrasburgo a la aplicación extraterritorial de la Convención Europea son, en buena medida, consecuencia del peso del contexto en su decisión en asuntos políticamente sensibles. Esto a su vez responde, en último término, a la necesidad del Tribunal de buscar el equilibrio entre la más amplia protección de los derechos consagrados en la Convención y la percepción de sus sentencias por los Estados parte. La aproximación funcional al concepto de jurisdicción puede servir para matizar ese peso del contexto en la decisión final, reduciendo la condición de la jurisdicción como una objeción preliminar que evite que el Tribunal tenga que pronunciarse sobre el fondo de esos asuntos, desplazando así el centro de gravedad de su examen hacia la responsabilidad. Sería poco realista pensar en esa aproximación como una solución definitiva, que haga desaparecer el peso del contexto en esos asuntos complejos, pero cuando menos sí puede facilitar que el Tribunal se pronuncie sobre posibles violaciones de derechos por los Estados parte de la Convención fuera de su territorio, demostrando que el compromiso de Europa con los derechos humanos no se diluye al cruzar sus fronteras.
Altruismo de datos en el marco del Reglamento Europeo de Gobernanza de Datos, ¿un acierto o mejorable?
Authors: Rachut Sarah , Walter Maurer Julian
Published: August 2024

Este artículo aborda el análisis del Reglamento Europeo de Gobernanza de Datos (RGD) y su influencia en el desarrollo del altruismo de datos en la Unión Europea. Se centra en la institucionalización de un mercado único de datos, facilitando el análisis y la compartición transfronteriza de datos con fines no lucrativos, conforme a los dictámenes del RGD, que establece un marco jurídico definido para el altruismo de datos. El presente estudio analiza la potencial sobrerregulación del RGD y los obstáculos burocráticos inherentes que podrían limitar su efectividad con respecto al altruismo de datos. Asimismo, se examina la interacción entre el RGD y el Reglamento General de Protección de Datos con el objetivo de identificar las áreas de conflicto y las dificultades operativas, particularmente aquellas que se encuentran relacionadas con los requisitos de consentimiento para el tratamiento de datos personales. También se realiza un breve estudio de caso del proyecto DATALOG, la primera entidad reconocida bajo este régimen en la UE, en el que se ilustra la capacidad del altruismo de datos para mejorar el bienestar del ciudadano y medioambiental. En conclusión, se propone una revisión y simplificación del RGD para incentivar una mayor y más efectiva participación en las actividades de altruismo de datos. La complejidad actual del marco normativo podría desalentar a las organizaciones para inscribirse y participar activamente, por lo que se insta a los legisladores y autoridades competentes a que consideren ajustes normativos que fomenten un entorno más propicio para el altruismo de datos en la Unión Europea.
Sportswashing with Chinese Characteristics
Authors: Edelman Marc
Published: August 2024

The use of sportswashing to enhance a country’s international reputation is often described in academic discourse as a foreign relations strategy adopted primarily by Muslim governments in the Middle East and Eurasia. However, sportswashing actually has far broader applicability within business and society than previous researchers have recognized. Looking closely at the relationship between the government of the People’s Republic of China (PRC) and the hosting of international sports, this article shows that the PRC, beginning under the leadership of Deng Xiaoping, has engaged in efforts to host global, commercial sporting events for purposes of detracting attention from the country’s alleged human rights abuses and its perception of being weak during the Century of Humiliation.1 This article is important to the broader study of business, law, and society because it helps us to better understand the intersection between the hosting of international sporting events, big business, government interests, and social outcomes. It also allows us to better understand how, if at all, public and private law could be applied to sportswashing behaviors.
Teacher Implementation Profiles
Authors: Beddoes Zack , Barcelona Jeanne , Castelli Darla
Published: August 2024

This study examined teacher implementation practices to meet a state mandate requiring 135 minutes of student physical activity (PA)
weekly. Teachers were required to implement a video-based movement integration (MI) program. Using an embedded mixed-methods design,
provider characteristics of 42 teachers and the organizational capacity of six schools were developed from interviews, surveys,
observations, and artifacts. Data analysis revealed three teacher
profiles: (a) Dynamic Experientialists, (b) Coachable Constructivists,
and (c) Cautious Behaviorists. There were also three school
profiles: (a) Whole Child Approach, (b) Grade Level Champions, and (c) Back to Basics. Findings suggest that school, teacher, and student factors affect MI implementation.
Conceptual Design of a Trash Collecting Machine for Highways in Arequipa, Peru
Authors: Llave Trunks Giorgio Vásquez , Huaman Luis Angel Luque , Torres Boris Percy Ramos , Rodríguez José Canazas , Vidal Yuri Lester Silva
Published: August 2024

Cleanliness, a crucial component of our daily life, is reflected in the significant role played by street sweepers day to day. Due to the limited manpower and the risks of the highway itself, it cannot be done effectively daily. Mechanization of road sweeping activity is gaining importance, especially in metropolitan cities. With the need for cleaning that requires less human effort and is adjusted to the dimensions of Peruvian highways, the objective of this work is to conceptually design a Trash Collection Machine (TCM) with a drag mechanism. With this, the aim is to improve efficiency and safety in cleaning, transforming urban waste management, and contributing to environmental sustainability. Highway “Variante de Uchumayo” (HVU) in Arequipa, Peru is considered as a practical case in this study. The methodology implemented for this design is based on the Pahl and Beitz Model. First, visits were made to the HVU, and the problems of accumulation, efficiency, and safety were recognized. Then task clarification, conceptual design, embodiment design, and detail design of the machine are carried out. As a result, the technical specifications and systems involved in Trash Collection Machine (TCM) are synthesized. Also, the TCM was evaluated technically and economically according to the standard VDI 2225, highlighting its superiority over the manual cleaning process. This solution offers an efficient and low-cost alternative for highway cleaning. Likewise, the manufacturing and automation of the machine are considered as a future study.
Cultural determinants in anemia prevention and management: Insights from women and caregivers
Authors: Garg Ram Kumar , Bala Jyoti , Garg Prabha , Subashini S. P  , Jasline M Jasline M , Vedamurthy R  , Mudhol Basavaraj , Mol Viji
Published: August 2024

Anemia poses a significant global health challenge, particularly impacting women and caregivers across diverse cultural settings. This abstract delves into the profound influence of cultural beliefs and practices on anemia prevention and management behaviors, drawing insights from the experiences of women and caregivers.

Cultural norms shape individuals' perceptions of anemia, influencing attitudes towards preventive measures and treatment adherence. These beliefs, deeply entrenched within specific cultural contexts, significantly affect health-seeking behaviors and intervention outcomes.

Women, often primary caregivers and disproportionately affected by anemia, navigate cultural expectations that shape their dietary habits, healthcare-seeking behaviors, and attitudes towards medical interventions. Additionally, gendered cultural roles intersect with anemia prevention efforts, impacting susceptibility and intervention efficacy targeting women's health.

Caregivers, crucial in supporting individuals affected by anemia, are also influenced by cultural beliefs and practices. Understanding the cultural context surrounding caregiving roles is essential for devising comprehensive anemia management strategies that engage caregivers effectively and optimize patient outcomes.

Acknowledging the diversity of cultural beliefs surrounding anemia is critical for developing tailored prevention and management approaches. Culturally competent interventions respect and leverage cultural norms to enhance their relevance and effectiveness within specific cultural contexts.

By integrating insights from women and caregivers, this abstract emphasizes the importance of cultural sensitivity in addressing anemia. Embracing cultural diversity and understanding its influence on anemia-related behaviors are essential steps towards improving health outcomes and reducing the burden of anemia globally.
Different approaches and role of dinoprostone vaginal insert in induction of labour
Authors: Pandya Manish R , Kakkar Ashwin , Gupta Sadhna
Published: August 2024

Prostaglandin E2 (PGE2) plays a crucial role in cervical ripening and initiating parturition. The Dinoprostone vaginal insert, containing 10 mg of Dinoprostone within a polymeric hydrogel matrix, ensures controlled and consistent release. In women with intact membranes, the release rate averages 0.3 mg per hour, while in those with premature rupture of membranes, variability may occur. Compared to Dinoprostone gel, the insert significantly increases the likelihood of achieving vaginal delivery within 24 hours, with shorter hospital stays and reduced postpartum haemorrhage. The scientific and clinical discussion held in a forum, comprising experienced gynaecologists of India, discussed their clinical experience, shared their views and opinions on the Dinoprostone vaginal insert’s role in labour induction, reaching consensus through evidence-based statements.
Optimizing obesity management for women in an Indian obstetrics and gynecology setting: A consensus approach by the Indian Society of Assisted Reproduction (ISAR)
Authors: Palshetkar Nandita , Pai Hrishikesh , Patel Madhuri , Patki Ameet , Tandulwadkar Sunita , Purandare Ameya , Tambe Pratik , Palshetkar Rohan , Pai Murlidhar V , Banerjee Dibyendu , Singh Neeta , Kumar Aswath , Thakkar Piya Ballani , Kapoor Nitin
Published: August 2024

Obesity has emerged as a pressing global and national concern, with a disproportionate impact on women's health. It is associated with a myriad of adverse outcomes including polycystic ovarian syndrome, infertility, gestational diabetes mellitus, miscarriages, birth defects, and so on. Despite its prevalence in clinical settings, the effective management of obesity remains a formidable challenge, emphasizing the urgent need for enhanced interventions tailored to Indian women.

A set of 14 pivotal clinical inquiries was devised by conducting a literature search. The quality of evidence and consensus statements was evaluated with the help of the GRADE approach. The objective was to gather consensus from a pool of experts regarding the statements, utilizing the Delphi methodology.

This consensus paper is an initiation by the Indian Society of Assisted Reproduction (ISAR), and it aims to provide evidence-based and pragmatic clinical insights to optimize obesity management, and an easy-to-use algorithm specifically tailored for Obstetricians and Gynecologists (O&G) in India.

The proposed algorithm could help individualize obesity management, ultimately improving health outcomes and quality of life for Indian women seeking gynecological care.
Treatment of anaemia in pregnancy with oral iron, folic acid or iron, folic acid and vitamin B12 supplementation: A hospital-based open randomized study
Authors: Ramchandran Prema , Sharma Anshu , Ravinder P , Nair K Madhavan , Kalaivani K
Published: August 2024

: National iron plus initiative recommended that anaemic pregnant women should be treated with 200 mg of elemental iron and 1 mg folic acid. An increase in vitamin B12 deficiency has been reported in last two decades. An open randomised study was taken up in urban antenatal clinics to assess the impact of addition of vitamin B12 to the iron and folic acid supplementation.

: Anaemic pregnant women willing to participate in the study were randomised into Group 1 (240 iron mg and 5 mg folic acid) or Group 2 (240 mg iron, 1.5 mg of folic acid and 15 µg vitamin B12); the impact of supplementation on Hb, ferritin, folic acid and vitamin B12 was assessed.

: In both groups mean Hb improved by 1g/dL at 8 weeks and by 1.5g/dL by 38 weeks of pregnancy; at 38 weeks only 30% were anaemic. Mean ferritin and folic acid levels improved in both groups. There was a fall in the mean vitamin B12 levels in the group which received 5 mg of folic acid.

: With assured supply and supportive supervision, the supplementation achieved substantial reduction in anaemia in both groups. Supplementation with folic acid 5 mg should not be done because it causes a fall in vitamin B12 levels. The reason why addition of vitamin B12 to iron folic acid supplementation did not result in improvement in mean Hb, or vitamin B12 levels has to be investigated.
Neurological complication of pregnancy: An experience from north east India
Authors: Synmon Baiakmenlang , Shullai Wansalan Karu , Sharma Shri Ram , Thakre Mahendra Ram , Lynser Donbok , Jain Ayush , Lyngwa Gareth
Published: August 2024

: The neurology of pregnancy is usually of two types, those that are pregnancy-specific and those that worsen during pregnancy and the post-partum period. Almost 20% of maternal mortality can be attributed to neurological causes which warrants us to identify the red flag sign for early and proper intervention.

: A retrospective study of three years duration in North East India. All demographic, clinical, and neurological findings, routine investigation, and neurological investigation were recorded. Further analysis was done to find out the most common neurological pathology in pregnancy and classify them into pregnancy-specific, incidental, and preexisting neurological conditions.

: A total number of 80 patients were included. The age ranged from 18 to 49 years with the maximum number of patients (forty-four) in the 20-30 age group. Guillain barre syndrome (GBS) seen in 21 patients (26%) which was the most common with maternal mortality and stillbirth. Eclampsia was seen in seventeen patients (21%) with three intra-uterine death and one maternal death noted. The other neurological disease was cerebral venous thrombosis (11%), seizure in isolation (six patients), and seizure with post-partum sepsis (five patients). Myelopathy was seen in four patients, carpal tunnel syndrome and cramps in six patients each, multiple sclerosis, tubercular meningitis (proven), thymoma-negative generalized myasthenia gravis, and arteriovenous malformation in one patient each.

An in-depth knowledge of the various neurological diseases during pregnancy helps us to recognize them early and provide proper approaches and management to reduce harm to maternal and child health.
Cervical fibroid: A diagnostic dilemma and operative challenge – one year study
Authors: Dahiya Sonia , Dahiya Pushpa , Saini Kirti , Jain Shevata , Bhuria Vandana , Dahiya Krishna
Published: August 2024

: Cervical fibroids are very rare, with varying clinical presentations, and account for only 1–2% of cases. Cervical fibroids are enigmatic as they present with varying symptoms and simulate several clinical entities, for instance, a large cervical polyp, incarcerated procidentia, chronic uterine inversion, and the Ca cervix.

: A two-year retrospective analysis of women diagnosed with cervical leiomyoma was conducted at Obstetrics and Gynaecology department, PGIMS Rohtak (a tertiary care institute in Northern India). A total of 24 cases diagnosed with cervical fibroid (CF) were studied.

75% of the females had vaginal bleeding, 44.6% had heavy menstrual bleeding, 33.3% had irregular bleeding, and one had postmenopausal bleeding. 41.6% had urinary symptoms; 1.5% complained of vaginal discharge; difficulty in stools (16.6%); and leiomyosarcoma (8.3%). We cannot find a clear demarcation of presenting symptoms between anterior and posterior fibroid. It was discovered that the development of malignancy and bladder and intestinal problems was linked to an increase in CF mass, while severe anaemia and vaginal bleeding were not.

A cervical fibroid is mostly benign, can be present at extremes of age, and its atypical presenting symptoms pose difficulty in diagnosis. Vaginal bleeding and retention of urine are the most common symptoms. Central and supravaginal fibroids are difficult to operate. Proper pre-operative delineation of altered anatomical structure are essential for choosing the correct modality of treatment. In large cervical fibroids, suspected malignancy before surgery and hidden cervical malignancy can coexist.