bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Experimental Validation and Development of Decision Tree - based System for Prediction of Service Management of Perfusors / Syringe Pump
Authors: Isakovic Becir , Masetic Zerina , Kevric Jasmin , Gurbeta Lejla , Gegic Enis
Published: August 2022

Despite the fact that technology is improving day by day and that the medical devices (MDs) are being constantly upgraded, their malfunction is not a rare occurrence. The aim of this research is to develop an expert system that can predict whether the device will satisfy functional and safety requirements during a regular inspection. This expert system can be seen as part of Industry 4.0 that is revolutionizing medical device management. In order to develop the system, five machine learning algorithms that are representative of each classifier group, were used: (1) Random Forest, (2) Decision Tree, (3) Support Vector Machine, (4) Naive Bayes, (5) k-Nearest Neighbour. The Decision Tree outperformed other classifiers achieving the classification accuracy of 100% with and without attribute selection applied on the dataset. This study showed that machine learning algorithms can be used in order to predict MDs performance and potential failures in order to make the process of maintenance of medical devices more convenient and sophisticated and it is one step in modernizing medical device management systems by utilizing artificial intelligence.
Marketing Management in Retail in the Context of the Growing Trend of Electric Vehicles
Authors: Maličková Lucia , Dzuro Matuš , Barilová Barbara , Lauko Rastislav
Published: August 2022

Retail chains are the dominant player in the distribution chain, which mainly provides consumer goods to final consumers. The distribution of individual retail shops in towns and villages is related to the demography of the selected region and to the degree of urbanisation. Due to the relative saturation of the market with retail chain shops, there is a renewed need for diversification. Given a good demographic structure of the population, it is possible to diversify through new technologies, including electromobility. The aim of the article is to describe the expansion of retail chains in a selected region considering its demographics, while evaluating the potential for installation of charging stations for electric cars as an element enabling to gain and retain customers.
What Makes Public Sector Innovation Sustainable?: A Case Study from Indonesia
Authors: Widodo Slamet , Marpaung Zailani Surya , Santoso Anang Dwi , Al-fadheeli Mohammad Ali , Sulaiman Nasri bin , Hizam Hashim bin , Shafie Suhaidi bin , Shehab Mohanad Abd
Published: August 2022

This study is motivated by two main factors, including: the limitations of previous studies on the sustainability of innovation in the public sector and the practical needs since the Indonesian government recently carried out a public sector innovation competition and generated thousands of new innovations. These practices will be dangerous if the government does not think about the sustainability of these innovations. Therefore, by taking the case of 2H2 Center of East Flores Regency, this study intended to explore the driving factors of the sustainability of innovation in the public sector. We have interviewed a number of informants and studied some of the documents obtained from them to achieve the objectives of this study. We found that the sustainability of innovation in the public sector was based on several factors such as organizational learning, financial sustainability, stakeholder engagement, data-driven innovation, open innovation: evolution and product development, and regulatory support. In practical terms, the results of this study can be used and considered by the government when the government intends to promote the sustainability of innovation in the public sector.
Age Classification of Moviegoers Based on Facial Image Using Deep Learning
Authors: Girsang Abba Suganda , Jayanta Nugraha Dewa Bagus Gde Khrisna
Published: August 2022

The number of moviegoers in Indonesia continues to rise year after year until 2019. However, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, most Indonesian cinemas were closed in early 2020. Moviegoers are increasingly turning to digital platforms to watch films. Based on the films shown, they can be divided into three categories: films for children, films for adolescents, and films for adults. A system that can automatically classify the faces of the audience based on their age category is required. Using Deep Learning, this study aims to classify the audience's age based on facial photos. The first stage involves collecting data from three datasets: All-Age-Face, FaceAge, and FGNET, which are then combined and relabeled based on age group. Preprocessing and hyperparameter testing were also performed. Finding the best learning rate and bottleneck layer is the goal of hyperparameter testing. The training process employs learning rete and the two best bottleneck layers with six models, namely MobileNet, MobileNetV2, VGG16, VGG19, Xception, and ResNet101V2. Global Average Pooling was added at the end of the layer in each model. The MobileNet model on two bottleneck layers yielded the best testing accuracy value of 85.44 percent in this study.
Mythological Thinking in Terms of Symbolic Consumption
Authors:   Saratov State University, Kim M.A.
Published: August 2022

Mythological thinking and symbolic consumption are closely linked. We have not seen myth at modern stage an archaic relic of the past, but the contemporary models, sets the tone for the development of social relationships between individuals. Myths are generally surround a person, they have retained their property, but their symbols and images are upgraded their content. The article considers the exposure of any person to mythological thinking, which calls for a certain behavior. And in a symbolic consumption can be found all the signs and events open to the perception of the modern myths.
The Dialectics of Global and Local: the Nation State and the Collective Memory within Globalization
Authors:   Kazan Federal University, Kostina E.N.
Published: August 2022

The article discusses the place of nation state phenomenon in an atmosphere of globalization. The object of analysis is the dialectics of global and local; the subject is historical politics regarded as a nation state’s preservation method.
Principle of Diachrony in Study of Socialization
Authors:   Saratov State University, Shamionov R. M.
Published: August 2022

This article discusses the methodological foundation of the study of socialization of personality. Stresses the need for procedural analysis of levels of identity from the point of view of their social context. Expands the methodological principle of synchronic studies of socialization. Presents the contours system-synchronic approach to socialization.
Training and Interpersonal Pedagogical Interaction as the Basis of the Formation of Psychologically Safe Educational Environment
Authors:   Belarusian State Pedagogical University named after M. Tank, Yatsenko Т. Е.
Published: August 2022

The article is devoted to the consideration of the nature of the training and interpersonal pedagogical interaction, the definition their importance in the formation of psychologically safe educational environment.
The Problem of Training of Law Students to the Business Foreign Language Communication in Theory and Practice of Higher Education
Authors:   Saratov State University, Abramova N. V.
Published: August 2022

The article is devoted to the study of the problems of training the law students for business foreign language communication. It is emphasis, that the qualification of a lawyer implies not only that they have the legal knowledge, but also forming of foreign language business communication. Aspects of the formation of the culture of business foreign language communication, the ways of organization of training and conditions under which should form the culture of business foreign language communication are considered in this article.
Some Theoretical Methodological Principles of Training Students Future Teachers for Their Professional Work in the Sphere of Complementory Education of Children
Authors:   Moscow Institute of Open Education, Kargina Z.A.
Published: August 2022

The article considers modern methodological approachers to professional training pedagogic personnel for the sphere of complementory education of children. The author is based the necessity for systematic integration into preparation of actual methodological principles which is realized in two educational spheres – complementory education of children and professional pedagogic education.
The ideal applicant to emergency medicine residency programs in Saudi Arabia; Program directors’ view
Authors: Alhalimi Abdulbary Ali , Al-Mulhim Khalid Nabeel
Published: August 2022

Objective: Emergency medicine (EM) is considered a competitive specialty worldwide with an acceptance rate of 57% in Canada, but it is even more competitive in Saudi Arabia with 18.7% acceptance. Factors that may influenced the applicant’s acceptance into residency programs included letters of recommendation, interview performance, research experience, and gender. This study aims to determine the factors playing a role in applicants matching to EM residency programs in Saudi Arabia from the viewpoint of program directors.
Methods: A pilot study was done using a self-administered questionnaire distributed to EM residency program directors (PDs) in Saudi Arabia during the period of 16-21 November 2021. The data were analyzed using SPSS, and all ethical considerations were observed.
Results: Twenty-seven PDs participated in the study, 19 (70.4%) were male, and most were former PDs (59.3%). The most crucial aspect in the applicant’s acceptance was the excellent impression in the interview (4.00 ± 1.00). The most crucial aspect of recommendation letters was a recommendation from a program director (29.6%). In addition, total duration of electives in EM (40.7%) was important, quality in EM research (29.6%) played a critical role, and professionalism (29.6%) was the factor sought during the interview. The PD’s gender or status or the region of the program did not significantly affect the preference of the applicant’s gender.
Conclusion: For those considering EM residency programs in Saudi Arabia, the chance of getting accepted can be increased by getting a recommendation from a program director, increasing the duration of electives in EM, focusing on the research quality, and showing professionalism during the interview.
Evaluation of intoxication in patients with acute impaired consciousness using rapid urine test tape; a diagnostic accuracy study
Authors: Hashemi Behrooz , Eshghi Zahra , Ghabousian Amir , Safari Saeed
Published: August 2022

Objective: Determining the exact underlying etiology of loss of consciousness (LOC) can become a real challenge for physicians due to the broadness of differential diagnoses. The current study aimed to assess the accuracy of a commercially available strip for urine drug screening, in patients presenting with LOC.
Methods: One hundred fifty patients with LOC were enrolled in the current cross-sectional study. The diagnostic accuracy of a multidrug urinary strip rapid test was evaluated in comparison to blood analysis as the reference test, and the screening performance characteristics of the rapid test for each substance were estimated.
Results: The average age of patients was 46.21±18.59 years (72.67% male). The most frequent false positive results of the test were related to Benzodiazepine (21.5%), Methamphetamine (7.5%), and Tramadol (5.4%), respectively. The screening performance characteristics of the test tape were the best in detection of Amitriptyline with 100.0% (95% CI: 30.99 – 100.0) sensitivity, Cocaine with 100.0% (95% CI: 5.46 – 100.0) sensitivity, and Methadone with 91.54% (95% CI: 81.88 – 96.51) sensitivity, respectively.
Conclusion: The current study reveals that employing a urinary strip test for detecting drug intoxication in the setting of emergency department can lead to significant false positive and negative results. Accordingly, relying on a urine drug screen to determine the underlying etiology of LOC should be done with caution.
Abdominal pain with oral pigmentations as a clue for Peutz-Jeghers syndrome
Authors: Kalantari Mohammad Ebrahim , Savadi Hossein , Sherafati Hamzeh , Bagherzadeh Ali Akbar , Zandbaf Tooraj
Published: August 2022

The Article Abstract is not available.
Wegner's granulomatosis presented as fever and anuria
Authors: Bourini Mohammad Mahmoud , Hasasnah Basel Bassam , Jobran Afnan W.M. , Matoor Baraa , Benmelouka Amira Yasmine
Published: August 2022

The Article Abstract is not available.
The meaning and importance of recording right-sided precordial leads
Authors: Jones Jerry W. , FAAEM FACEP
Published: August 2022

The Article Abstract is not available.
Management of Forearm Nonunion
Authors: Kamrani Reza Shahryar , Farzan Mahmoud , Sadeghian Mohammad , Farhoud Arash , Akhtarzadeh Mahsa , Ashrafi Mitra , Farhoud Amir Reza
Published: August 2022

Forearm nonunion is rare but a possible complication after standard treatment of the fracture of radius and ulna. The importance of precise restoration of length and anatomical relationship of both bones are among usual concerns. The situation is more complex when the infection is present in the union site. The several techniques have been applied to manage forearm nonunion consisting of osteosynthesis and using cancellous autograft, allograft, nonvascularized fibular graft, fibular flap, bone transport, induced membrane (Masquelet technique), and pedicled flap such as posterior interosseous and radial forearm bone flap (RFBF). Reviewing the recent studies focusing on treating forearm nonunion is the purpose of this review.
Outcomes of Primary Ilizarov Ring Fixator for Segmental Tibial Fracture with Compromised Skin: A Prospective Study
Authors: Rayal Rajendra , Shekhawat Vishal , Dukia Rakesh , Joshi Narendra , Agarwal Shubham
Published: August 2022

Background: Tibial diaphyseal fracture is the most commonly encountered fracture in orthopedic practice. There are various methods to treat the same, ranging from conservative to operative treatment. The operative methods include internal fixation using nailing and plating and external fixation using fixator/ring fixator. This study aims to evaluate the results of primary treatment of segmental tibial fracture in patients with a compromised skin condition using the Ilizarov fixator and look for complications.
Methods: This prospective study was conducted at a tertiary level health care center. It included a series of 40 patients with segmental tibial fractures. Classification of the segmental tibial fractures was done according to Melis et al. The fixator was designed with three fixation blocks and two working length sections. The patients were evaluated for the progression clinically and radiographically at 2-week intervals for the first 2 months and were then followed by 4-week intervals. Results were evaluated according to the Association for the Study and Application of the Methods of Ilizarov (ASAMI) classification.
Results: We treated 40 patients with a segmental tibial fracture with compromised skin using the Ilizarov ring fixator. Patients were followed up after surgery with an average follow-up of 13.8 months. The average union time came out to be 27.6 weeks for the proximal segment and 33.31 weeks for the distal segment. Out of the total patients, 15 (37.5%) patients had pin tract infection, and one (2.7%) patient had nonunion, which later required bone grafting. Bone results of patients at final follow-up as evaluated by ASAMI score were 91.7% excellent, 5.6% good, and 2.7% poor. Functional results of patients at final follow-up as evaluated by ASAMI score were 80.5% excellent, 1.7% good, and 2.8% poor.
Conclusion: In the existing literature, segmental tibial fractures have always been difficult to treat. They are associated with high complication rates due to the lack of surrounding soft tissues. The proximal and distal fragments may be more difficult to treat because of the serious direct injury to the soft tissues overlying the segment and the difficulty stabilizing this bone segment with implants. With the use of Ilizarov technique, there is a good mean time to union, a low rate of reoperations, and good functional and general health-status outcome.
Influence of Risk Factors and Comorbidities on Postoperative Complications and Outcomes after Hip Fracture Surgery in the Elderly
Authors: Hussain Khazi Syed Asif , Kund Reddy Aluka Sundeep , Raju Mayani , Patnala Chandrashekhar
Published: August 2022

Background: Older adults who sustain hip fractures usually have multiple comorbidities that may impact their treatment and outcome. This study was conducted with the aim to analyze the risk factors that contribute to falls in elderly individuals and analyze the effect of comorbidities on the outcome and the treatment in elderly patients with hip fractures.
Methods: This cohort study was conducted on patients with hip fractures. We prospectively analyzed 140 individuals with geriatric hip fractures who had undergone surgery. The Charlson Comorbidity Index (CCI) and American Society of Anesthesiology (ASA) score of each geriatric hip fracture patient were calculated based on data obtained from medical records. Clinical assessment was assessed using a modified Harris Hip Score (HHS) during each visit.
Results: The mean age of patients was 72.21 ± 12.2 years. Their mean CCI and ASA was 1.02 ± 0.3 and 2.0 ± 0.53, respectively, and both were significantly associated with time-to-surgery (P < 0.001) and surgical treatment (P < 0.001). The length of hospital stay, duration of postoperative intensive care, and hospital expenses were associated with both CCI (P = 0.037) and ASA (P = 0.002). The greater the CCI and ASA scores were, the higher the chances of developing postoperative complications were (X2 = 15.724; P = 0.001). Delirium was the most common postoperative complication (15.7%), and pulmonary infection (11.4%) was the most fatal complication.
Conclusion: Patients with high CCI and ASA grading, and revision surgery were at high risk of postoperative complications, morbidity, and mortality. Orthogeriatric care offers the best chance for a successful outcome through efficient medical comanagement of these patients.
Outcomes of the Clubfoot Treatment with the Ponseti Method: Recurrence and Prognostic Factors
Authors: Maleki Arash , Aghapour Seyed Reza , Saleh Abaalfadel Abbas
Published: August 2022

Background: Clubfoot is a multifactorial disease with the prevalence of one in 1000 live births. The presentations of clubfoot are forefoot adductus, hindfoot varus, cavus, and equinus. Ponseti method is an efficient nonoperative clubfoot treatment containing manipulation, serial casting, and Achilles tendon tenotomy if necessary. Our prospective observational study assessed the outcome and probability of recurrence in the treated clubfoot with the Ponseti method.
Methods: This prospective observational study was performed in Akhtar Hospital in Tehran, Iran. 27 patients with 38 feet of idiopathic clubfoot in our study were treated with the Ponseti method. The patients were assessed before and after treatment and demographic characteristics, Dimeglio scores, number of recurrenes, and need for tenotomy were recorded.
Results: All patients (38 feet) successfully achieved complete deformity correction, but 13 feet had a relapse. The mean age of cases with relapse was more than cases without relapse. Cases with a higher initial Dimeglio score had a higher recurrence rate after Ponseti method treatment. Eight feet (five patients) out of 38 feet did not use Denis Browne (DB) splint as our protocol; all of them had a relapse. On the other hand, only 5 of 30 feet (16.7%) that used splint had recurrence.
Conclusion: The treatment should be started as soon as possible because it is more effective at a younger age. Severe cases at the initial visit had more recurrence rate. Besides, the recurrence rate in cases that used DB orthosis improperly, irregularly, and incorrectly was higher than others.
The Likelihood of Wound Complications Following the Use of Rivaroxaban as a Thrombo-Prophylactic Agent in Patients Undergoing Spinal Canal Stenosis Surgery: A Case Series
Authors: Golbakhsh Mohammadreza , Jamshidof Mohammad , Heydari Amir , Talebiyan Parham , Baghbani Salar , Ebrahimian Mazaher , Rastegar Mohammad
Published: August 2022

Background: Wound complications are major morbidities after orthopedic surgery, and thrombo-prophylactic drugs may increase the likelihood of such complications. In this regard, our study has evaluated the possible effects of rivaroxaban on wound complication issues following spinal canal stenosis surgery.
Methods: This prospective cohort study was conducted on 40 patients suffering from spinal canal stenosis secondary to degenerative lumbar spine changes. The eligible patients included those patients receiving rivaroxaban to prevent thrombo-emboli post-operatively. The patients were followed up for three months and assessed for postoperative wound-related complications.
Results: None of the patients suffered vascular and thromboembolic complications. Regarding wound complications, these events are mostly limited to the first week post-operatively, including wound dehiscence in 5.0%, serosanguineous discharge in 25.0%, erythema in 35.0%, superficial infection in 10.0%, requiring surgical debridement in 5.0%, cellulitis in 10.0%, and wound induration in 30.0%. Deep infection or hematoma was not reported in our patients. Erythema and wound induration remained 10.0% and 15.0% within the second week, respectively. The hypertrophic scar was a delayed complication that appeared in 15.0% of patients within 1 to 3 months post-operatively.
Conclusion: The main risk profiles related to wound complications, especially infections, were a history of hypertension (HTN), uncontrolled diabetes mellitus (DM), and renal insufficiency. The use of rivaroxaban may be accompanied by temporary and minor wound complications and not with potentially debilitating morbidity in patients undergoing spinal canal stenosis surgery. Therefore, its prescription as a safe thrombo-prophylactic drug in patients undergoing spinal canal stenosis surgery is confidently recommended.
Well-Performing Locking Plate Fixation with Calcar Screws Technique in Three-Part Proximal Humorous Fracture: Educational Corner
Authors: Mirghaderi Seyed Peyman , Sharifpour Sadula , Rahmanipour Elham , Salimi Maryam , Salehi Milad , Guity Mohamad Reza
Published: August 2022

The Article Abstract is not available.
Preoperative Radiographic Planning of Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis: Educational Corner
Authors: Eslami Maysa , Pourghazi Farzad , Ilharreborde Brice , Nabian Mohammad Hossein
Published: August 2022

The Article Abstract is not available.
Painful Subacute Cubital Tunnel Syndrome Because of an Intra-Cubital Tunnel Ganglion Cyst: A Case Report
Authors: Farzan Mahmoud , Abdoli Abbas , Sadeghian Mohammad , Ashrafi Mitra , Akhtarzadeh Mahsa , Akrami Shahram , Farhoud Amir Reza
Published: August 2022

Background: Entrapment of the ulnar nerve in the cubital tunnel occurs as the second most common compression neuropathy of the upper limb. Although the usual etiology is idiopathic or following cubitus valgus, a compressing mass can be a rare cause and should be considered in atypical presentation.
Case Report: A 45-year-old male patient presented with subacute onset of cubital tunnel syndrome that progressed rapidly and was associated with significant pain. An intra-canal ganglion cyst was found during surgical decompression of the ulnar nerve.
Conclusion: Diagnosis of intra-cubital canal mass should be considered when sudden onset and rapid progression of the cubital tunnel syndrome and dramatic pain coincide. Imaging modalities like ultrasound or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) may be helpful to reach the correct diagnosis before the surgery.
Une note en demi-teinte sur l'actualité du mercantilisme
Authors: Redslob Alain
Published: August 2022

De façon curieuse mais stimulante, les thèmes scientifiques et les préconisations qui en découlent peuvent, parfois, rencontrer un écho au travers des siècles. Il en va ainsi du mercantilisme qui rencontre un regain d'actualité tant dans des cénacles universitaires que chez maints responsables de la politique économique. Quand on rapproche les contextes historiques, les formes revêtues et les idées propagées, force est d'admettre que les similitudes sont à nuancer.
Mariages précoces, grossesses précoces et scolarisation des adolescentes
Authors: Maiga Ousmane Younoussa , Kone François
Published: August 2022

La déperdition scolaire des jeunes filles reste une préoccupation majeure au Mali. Il ressort de l'Enquête Modulaire et Permanente auprès des ménages que 9,7% des jeunes filles abandonnent l'école pour des raisons imputables aux mariages et grossesses précoces. Au regard de ce constat, la présente étude s'est donné comme objectif d'analyser les effets des mariages et des grossesses précoces sur la scolarisation des adolescentes, en identifiant d'une part les obstacles barrières à l'achèvement scolaire des adolescentes et en analysant d'autre part leurs liens avec les mariages/grossesses. Cette recherche a adopté une approche descriptive et analytique. Le volet analytique a porté sur une régression logistique à partir des données secondaires issues des enquêtes. Les résultats montrent que le mariage d'enfant à travers la cohabitation précoce de la jeune fille avec son mari et la taille du ménage ont des effets négatifs sur la probabilité d'achèvement jusqu'au secondaire. Par contre, le sexe féminin du chef de ménage, le niveau de vie du ménage et le niveau d'éducation du mari ont des effets positifs significatifs sur les chances d'achèvement jusqu'au secondaire par la jeune fille.
Impact des transferts de fonds des migrants sur les dépenses de santé des ménages recipiendaires au Togo
Authors: Mawuena Kokouvi Kunalè , Okey Mawussé Komlagan Nézan , Pelenguei Essohanam , Kafando Benoit
Published: August 2022

Cet article vise à analyser l'effet des transferts des fonds des migrants sur les dépenses de santé des ménages récipiendaires au Togo. Les conséquences des flux migratoires de ces dernières années dans les pays en développement n'épargnent pas le Togo. On s'interroge sur les effets que ce phénomène peut avoir sur le quotidien des ménages. Pour atteindre cet objectif, nous nous sommes servis du modèle d'appariement par score de propensions en utilisant les données de l'enquête du questionnaire unifié des indicateurs de base de bien-être réalisée en 2015. Les résultats montrent que les transferts de fonds impactent positivement le recours aux services de santé modernes plutôt que traditionnels et ceux-ci impactent positivement aussi l'utilisation des services de santé publics. Une des recommandations majeures de nos résultats milite donc en faveur d'une facilitation des procédures de transferts de fonds des migrants au Togo.
Gestion des connaissances dans les chaînes logistiques internationales
Authors: Szymczak Maciej
Published: August 2022

En réalité actuelle, la gestion des chaînes logistiques doit être orientée vers leur flexibilité compte tenu des conditions variables du marché, de l'augmentation de la valeur fournie aux clients ou de la réduction des coûts de fonctionnement. À l'échelle internationale, il convient d'y ajouter une grande diversité des marchés et des distances importantes à parcourir. Afin d'y faire face, il est nécessaire de développer de nouveaux modèles économiques basés sur les connaissances. Dans les chaînes logistiques qui atteignent les meilleures performances, la gestion des connaissances est devenue l'un des processus les plus importants. L'objectif du présent article est d'analyser les résultats d'une recherche menée en 2012, portant sur la gestion des connaissances dans les chaînes logistiques internationales. L'étude a concerné les chaînes logistiques internationales fonctionnant au moins partiellement en Pologne. Il s'agissait d'observer si et comment varie l'approche de la gestion des connaissances en fonction des différentes étapes de développement des chaînes logistiques. Pour cette raison, les résultats de la recherche ont été associés à l'évaluation du niveau de maturité de la chaîne logistique selon le modèle de Ch.C. Poirier. Les résultats de l'étude sont prometteurs pour les chaînes de gestion au stade initial du perfectionnement - elles démontrent déjà une grande sensibilité et un engagement considérable dans le domaine de la gestion des connaissances. La gestion des connaissances dans les chaînes logistiques aux niveaux de maturité plus élevés requiert un développement, y compris la gestion collective des connaissances, qui est déjà devenue leur pratique. Il est maintenant important de confronter ces résultats de recherche avec la réalité qui a révélé un progrès dans les méthodes de gestion des connaissances de la chaîne logistique au cours des dernières années et de fixer de nouvelles orientations inspirantes en matière de recherches.
Effets de l'ouverture commerciale et de l'afflux des investissements directs étrangers (IDE) sur le chômage dans les pays membres de l'Union Économique et Monétaire Ouest Africaine (UEMOA)
Authors: Behanzin Tomondji Dayane Thiernaud , Konte Mamadou Abdoulaye
Published: August 2022

L'objectif de ce papier était de mesurer l'effet de l'ouverture commerciale et des flux entrants d'investissements directs étrangers (IDE) sur le chômage dans les pays de l'UEMOA. Pour ce faire, un modèle Vectoriel Autoregressif (VAR) en panel a été utilisé. Il ressort des résultats l'existence d'une causalité bidirectionnelle entre les IDE et l'ouverture commerciale, les IDE et le chômage ainsi que d'une causalité unidirectionnelle du chômage sur l'ouverture commerciale. Par ailleurs, les résultats robustes font ressortir que l'afflux d'IDE réduit le chômage et favorise donc la création d'emplois dans les pays membres de l'UEMOA. En outre, les analyses effectuées ont permis de relever que l'ouverture commerciale et l'afflux d'IDE induisent une hausse de l'emploi des jeunes (15-24 ans) et favorisent la migration des emplois vulnérables vers d'autres emplois moins vulnérables.
El trabajo de la memoria y el perdón: aproximación a la realidad colombiana desde la filosofía de Paul Ricoeur
Authors: Ruiz Pulgarín Yulieth Estefanía , Castrillón Castrillón Andrés Alfredo
Published: August 2022

La tesis que se propone en este artículo es que, si existe el perdón, este siempre implica el trabajo de la memoria. Para llevar a cabo este propósito y reflexionar sobre las posibilidades del perdón en la realidad colombiana, tomaremos como base los planteamientos del filósofo francés Paul Ricoeur de la memoria, el perdón, la identidad, el sí mismo y la narración. Con Ricoeur, podemos afirmar que en el testimonio de las víctimas se abre el horizonte de la relación entre memoria y perdón, porque la reconstrucción de los hechos a través del relato abre una dialéctica entre lo que ha marcado la identidad y las variaciones y proyecciones de dicha identidad. Narrar, además, es una manera de recuperar el ser capaz que ha sido vulnerado a través de la falta. Para esto, sin embargo, el testimonio tiene unas condiciones mínimas: que la víctima pueda contar su historia, que haya alguien dispuesto a escuchar y que se pueda recuperar la verdad de los hechos a través de procesos de justicia y reparación. Estas condiciones mínimas nos permitirán analizar, según algunos testimonios de diferentes víctimas, hasta qué punto es factible hablar de perdón en el conflicto armado colombiano. Al final, concluimos que el perdón implica procesos de reparación y justicia, y que solo surge al margen de estos cuando la víctima decide resignificar su pasado doloroso por un ideal ético de felicidad que le permite privilegiar su realización ante la afrenta recibida.
Project-based Learning as an Efficient Way of Studying English for Specific Purposes
Authors: Lungu Iuliana
Published: August 2022

This article is based on a Project-based Learning (PBL) experience which has been successfully developed during the last academic year, 2021-2022, with the students of the 2nd year of study, Faculty of Psychology and Educational Sciences, Specialization Pedagogy of Primary School and Pre-school Education, in the context of promoting and sustaining innovative learner-centred methods. In fact, it was an attempt to move from theory to practice as a result of my recent participation within a project, financed by the EU through the Erasmus+ programme, the Restart for Education in a Digital Era through Project-Based E-learning (Restart4EDU). Therefore, the paper aims to share my first project-based learning (PBL) experience designed and implemented in an English as a Foreign Language (ELF) classroom, as a way of involving the students in an simultaneous process of learning language, content and skills. The learning outcomes did not take long to appear. On the one hand, the students received PBL very well. They acquire not only the 21st century skills, but also those related to language such as listening, reading, speaking, and writing skills, with their related components, vocabulary, gramma rand pronunciation). Moreover, they come to use authentic language materials and improve communication competences. On the other hand, there were some challenges that should be considered before using this approach in the classroom. Further studies focusing on implementing PBL are needed, in particular on measuring its efficiency, and finding ways to overcome its disadvantages. Finally, PBL should become part of the university curriculum.
L’étude sur le sens d’en finir avec les chefs-oeuvre chez Antonin Artaud
Authors:   Société d’Etudes Franco-coréennes, LEE Sunhyung
Published: August 2022

Dans Le Théâtre et son Double, il y a un chapitre intitulé «En finir avec les chefs-d'œuvre». Artaud explique ici le phénomène des chefs-d'œuvre qui, si leur valeur s'avère utile une fois, sont acceptés sans critique. Il insiste qu’on rompre avec les chefs-d'œuvre qui sont liés à une culture fixée. Après qu’il dissout la culture et le théâtre établis, il propose les théories sur le théâtre de la cruauté. Nous allons expliquer pourquoi Artaud voulait rompre avec les chefs-oeuvre, et par là chercher à la notion du théâtre de la cruauté qu’Artaud explore avec acharnement.
The Effect of Mergers and Acquisitions Strategies on Financial Performance of Commercial Banks in Kenya
Authors: Gachigo Justin , Ondigo Herick , Aduda Josiah , Onsomu Zipporah
Published: August 2022

The operating environment for commercial banks in Kenya has become very dynamic and highly competitive. The witnessed cases of bank failure and poor financial performance have made commercial banks develop strategies to improve their financial performance, remain competitive, and meet the regulator's compliance requirements. Mergers and Acquisitions Strategies are on the rise as a strategy aimed to alleviate the ailing sector. In light of this, the purpose of this study was to examine the impact on financial performance of commercial banks in Kenya as a result of mergers and acquisitions Strategies. Operating efficiency and market share impact on the financial performance of commercial banks in Kenya formed the specific objectives. The study objectives were supported by synergies theory, resource-based view theory and agency theory. The study adopted a correlational descriptive research design, including cross-sectional data analysis.  By the year 2017, 30 commercial banks in Kenya had considered mergers and acquisitions strategies were considered as the population of this study. An average of three-year ratios was computed in both pre-merger and post -acquisition periods inorder to assess the impact financial performance. The years of the deal were excluded. The mean difference between the pre-Mergers and Acquisitions Strategies and post-Mergers and Acquisitions Strategies ratios was tested using the T-test.The findings were that Mergers and Acquisitions Strategies have a statically positive significant relationship with the dependent variable. Recommends from the study are that, the policymakers create policies that facilitate and encourage commercial banks to employ mergers and acquisition strategies to achieve better financial performance.
Effet de la Profondeur de Semis des Semences sur la Qualité Germinative des Graines de Pterocarpus Erinaceus Poir., 1804 (Fabaceae)
Authors: Patrice Houphouet Yao , Henri Kouassi Kouadio , Innocent Adji Beda , Sélastique Akaffou Doffou , Jerôme Duminil , Annabel Sabatier Sylvie
Published: August 2022

Pterocarpus erinaceus est une espèce largement utilisée par les populations des zones sahéliennes et soudaniennes. Cependant, cette espèce est menacée par l’exploitation abusive des peuplements naturels. La présente étude vise à déterminer un idéotype de profondeur de semis des graines de Pterocarpus erinaceus pour relever le taux de germination de production des plantules dans le cadre de sa régénération. Pour ce faire, les graines ont été décortiquées et enfouies à différentes profondeurs (0,5 cm, 1 cm, 1,5 cm) sans traitement spécifique. L’évaluation de la vigueur des plantules a été basée sur des paramètres morphologiques qui sont : la hauteur (Ht), le diamètre au collet (Dcol), le nombre de feuille (Nf), la longueur des feuilles (Logfe) et la largeur des feuilles (Largfe). Les résultats ont montré que les meilleurs taux de germination (90,66 %) sont obtenus avec les semis enfouis à 0,5 cm du sol. Les faibles taux (41 %) de germinations ont été obtenus avec les semences enfouies à 1,5 cm. Cette expérimentation dénote que le semis superficiel des graines de Pterocarpus erinaceus est recommandé pour sa multiplication.

 

Pterocarpus erinaceus is a species widely used by populations in the Sahelian and Sudanese zones. This species, however, is threatened by the abusive exploitation of natural stands. This paper focuses on determining a seedling depth ideotype of Pterocarpus erinaceus seeds in recording the germination rate of seedling production as part of its regeneration. In doing this, the seeds were shelled and buried at different depths (0,5 cm, 1 cm, 1,5 cm) without specific treatment. The evaluation of the sturdiness of the seedling was based on morphological parameters which are: height (Ht), neck diameter (Dcol), number of leaves (Nf), length of leaves (Logfe), and width of leaves (largfe). The results showed that the best germination rates (90,66 %) are obtained with seedlings buried at 0,5 cm from the ground. Low germination rates (41 %) were obtained with seeds buried at 1,5 cm. This experiment indicates that the superficial sowing of the seeds of Pterocarpus erinaceus is recommended for its multiplication.
Réponses cliniques et pathologiques des chèvres naines Djallonké infectées par une souche nigériane du virus de la maladie de Wesselsbron
Authors: Baba S.S. , Fagbami A.H. , Olaleye O.D.
Published: August 2022

La pathogénicité du virus de la maladie de Wesselsbron a été recherchée chez des chèvres naines Djallonké infectées par voie sous-cutanée à l’aide de la souche nigériane du virus. Toutes les chèvres infectées se sont révélées sensibles. Deux des animaux ont développé une maladie aiguë, fatale dans les 5 à 8 jours suivant l’inoculation. Les autres ont eu une maladie relativement longue durant 18 à 20 jours après la période d’incubation. La maladie était caractérisée par une diarrhée profuse, une déshydratation, une perte de poids et une mortalité de 100 %. Les changements hématologiques associés comprenaient une polyglobulie en relation avec la déshydratation chez les malades. On a noté une leucopénie associée à une lymphocytopénie. Quant aux modifications pathologiques, elles comprennent une nécrose hépatique étendue et des hémorragies jointes à une congestion étendue et une dilatation des vaisseaux sanguins méningés et cérébraux.
Note sur deux foyers d’ecthyma contagieux du mouton et de la chèvre au Sénégal
Authors: Sarr J. , Diop M. , Cissokho S.
Published: August 2022

Au Sénégal, dans les conditions naturelles, le virus de l’ecthyma contagieux du mouton et de la chèvre peut se maintenir dans les troupeaux infectés pendant de très longues périodes. Des enquêtes sérologiques, l’isolement et l’identification du virus réalisés autour de deux foyers locaux le prouvent. Le rôle de l’ecthyma comme composante virale dans les pneumopathies des petits ruminants doit être suspecté.
Le parasitisme digestif dans les systèmes d’élevage bovin traditionnel en Guadeloupe. II. Suivi de l’infestation parmi plusieurs groupes de veaux
Authors: Salas Michel , Sheikboudou Christian
Published: August 2022

Les auteurs exposent ici la deuxième partie des résultats d’une étude sur le parasitisme digestif chez les bovins dans les systèmes d’élevage guadeloupéen. Quatre lots de veaux nés à quatre périodes différentes de l’année ont été suivis jusqu’à l’âge de un an par des coproscopies mensuelles. Les strongyloses sont fréquentes (57 à 81 % selon les lots) mais le niveau d’infestation reste faible. Les cas de cestodoses, de strongyloïdose et d’ascaridiose sont beaucoup plus rares, mais les degrés d’infestation observés sont élevés et souvent supérieurs aux seuils pathologiques généralement admis. Pour l’épidémiologie, les résultats de la première partie de l’étude sont largement confirmés. Les facteurs liés à l’animal (âge) sont prépondérants par rapport à ceux liés au milieu (saison). En tenant compte de ces résultats, un plan de vermifugation est proposé, essentiellement axé sur l’âge. Les auteurs insistent sur l’importance secondaire, dans ces systèmes d’élevage, du parasitisme interne par rapport à d’autres thèmes comme l’alimentation, l’amélioration génétique ou les parasitoses externes (tiques).
Le mouton Djallonké en élevage extensif dans le Nord-Ouest Cameroun
Authors: Symoens C. , Hardouin Jacques
Published: August 2022

Les performances de production d’une soixantaine de moutons Djallonké entretenus en système extensif dans la province du Nord­ Ouest Cameroun ont été enregistrées durant 4 ans. Grâce à des améliorations simples du mode traditionnel d’élevage telles que le contrôle de la reproduction, l’administration de compléments de fourrages et de sel, une prophylaxie médicale de base (traitements anthelminthique et coccidiostatique réguliers, détiquage manuel hebdomadaire, vaccination contre l’ecthyma contagieux), l’amélioration de l’hygiène de l’habitat et l’organisation des castrations et du sevrage, la productivité du troupeau s’est considérablement accrue par augmentation des performances de croissance, chute de la mortalité, juvénile surtout, et diminution de l’incidence de la pathologie.
La dermatophilose des bovins à Dermatophilus congolensis dans les Antilles françaises. I. Caractéristiques des lésions et de la réponse sérologique
Authors: Barré Nicolas , Matheron Gérard , Lefèvre Pierre-Charles , Le Goff Christian , Rogez B. , Roger François , Martinez Dominique , Sheikboudou Christian
Published: August 2022

Une enquête portant sur 276 animaux atteints de dermatophilose en Guadeloupe et en Martinique a permis de montrer que 90 % des malades ont des lésions hautes, 65 % des lésions basses et 30 % des lésions atypiques. Les lésions hautes semblent constituer la principale localisation initiale, les formes basses et atypiques étant celles qui évoluent le plus rapidement et qui sont le plus souvent mortelles. Aucun des facteurs analysés (sites préférentiels d'attachement des tiques, forte insolation, abondance d'épineux ou sol humide) n'explique la localisation des lésions. L'analyse de 135 sérums a montré qu'il existe une relation assez étroite entre la présence des lésions et la présence d'anticorps dans le sérum et une relation proportionnelle entre le titre du sérum et la gravité des lésions. Certaines réactions sérologiques atypiques sont en faveur de l'existence d'animaux porteurs asymptomatiques de germes, d'autres permettent de suspecter l'existence de phénomènes de déficience immunitaire.
Immunité vis-à-vis de la dermatophilose expérimentale chez des lapins et des bovins après immunisation à l’aide d’un vaccin vivant
Authors: How S.J. , Lloyd D.H.
Published: August 2022

La protection conférée contre la dermatophilose expérimentale par un vaccin vivant préparé avec Dermatophilus congolensis a été évaluée chez des lapins et des bovins. Les lapins furent vaccinés par· voie intradermique ou sous-cutanée 7 jours avant l’épreuve avec la souche homologue de D. congolensis. Les animaux vaccinés par voie intradermique furent revaccinés et les deux groupes, ainsi qu’un troisième groupe témoin non vacciné, firent l’objet d’une épreuve identique.
Les bovins furent vaccinés par voie intradermique par deux fois et l’épreuve, à l’aide de la souche homologue, fut effectuée 14 jours après chaque vaccination en même temps qu’une épreuve sur des animaux de contrôle non vaccinés. Une troisième épreuve fut également tentée sur tous les bovins, à l’aide de la souche homologue et d’une souche hétérologue pour évaluer l’immunité croisée entre les différentes souches de D. congolensis.
Une diminution significative de la gravité et de la durée des lésions fut observée après vaccination aussi bien chez les lapins que chez les bovins. Une diminution identique fut constatée après infection seule. Cet effet fut moins prononcé après une épreuve d’infection hétérologue, ce qui suggère une absence d’immunité croisée entre les différentes souches de D. congolensis. Aucune corrélation n’a pu être établie entre les taux sériques d’IgG anti-D. congolensis et la gravité des lésions.
La paratuberculose. Diagnostic d'un premier cas chez un bovin d'importation au Sénégal
Authors: Konté M.
Published: August 2022

Le diagnostic de paratuberculose est porté pour la première fois au Sénégal sur un bovin importé de France. Les circonstances d’isolement de Mycobacterium paratuberculosis sont rapportées. Les particularités culturales du germe sont évoquées et discutées. L’auteur conclut en invoquant la nécessité d’appliquer les mesures de police sanitaire arrêtées en la matière.
Isolement de Mycoplasma capricolum  à partir d'un sperme de taureau
Authors: Bréard Alain , Poumarat François
Published: August 2022

Les auteurs signalent l’isolement, en association avec Mycoplasma bovigenitalium, d’une souche de Mycoplasma capricolum à partir du sperme d’un taureau de reproduction sain. L’isolement de Mycoplasma capricolum chez des bovins a déjà été décrit. Il remet une fois de plus en question le dogme de la spécificité d’espèce. Les auteurs pensent qu’il pourrait être intéressant d’approfondir les rapports existant entre Mycoplasma capricolum et les mycoplasmoses bovines, ainsi que les croisements sérologiques éventuels.
Papillomatose contagieuse bovine au Soudan : détection d’antigène au virus spécifique dans les verrues de bovins atteints
Authors: Abu Elzein E.M.E. , Tageldin Mohammed H. , Bakhiet H.A. , Abbass Z.
Published: August 2022

Cette communication rapporte la première identification du virus de la papillomatose bovine au Soudan. L'apparition de la maladie a touché 50 p. 100 des veaux âgés de 3 mois à 2 ans dans deux fermes de la province de Khartoum, Soudan. Les élevages d'animaux de races indigènes ou importées ont été touchés de façon égale. La maladie a été reproduite avec succès chez des veaux et l'antigène au virus spécifique a été détecté dans les verrues des animaux infectés, par la technique de péroxidase anti-péroxidase.