bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Liderazgo de enfermería en el área hospitalaria: Un enfoque de cambio
Authors: Quispe Jiménez Gloria Estefanía , Chipantiza Córdova Tannia Elizabeth
Published: June 2024

El liderazgo es uno de los elementos claves para alcanzar modelos de atención de enfermería equitativos, humanos y eficientes, bajo este contexto, la presente investigación se desarrolló con el objetivo de  determinar el tipo de liderazgo ejercido por el personal de enfermería en el área hospitalaria del Hospital Municipal Nuestra Señora de la Merced esto con el propósito de diagnosticar acciones de liderazgo que podrían contribuir o a su vez perjudicar el desempeño y satisfacción laboral en la institución, para ello se utilizó una metodología cuantitativa, correlacional, de diseño observacional y transversal, que incluyó a un total de 19 profesionales de enfermería con diferentes logros académicos y una experiencia mínima profesional de 3 años. Como herramienta de recolección de información se utilizó el Test de estilos de Liderazgo de Blake and Mouton, mismo que fue aplicado de manera virtual. De acuerdo a los hallazgos de la investigación, la mayor parte del personal percibe que hay un líder de equipo y en menor medida se aprecia autoritarismo, situación que es altamente significativa porque demuestra que la líder de enfermería mantiene un equilibrio entre el desarrollo de tareas específicas a nivel asistencial y las relaciones interpersonales con los demás profesionales de la institución.
Features of planning and evaluation of the work of small shipping vessels enterprises at the present stage
Authors: Vershinina Elena I. , Nikulina Marina V. , Platov Juri I.
Published: June 2024

The article considers one of the possible approaches to planning and evaluating the fleet operation of small shipping enterprises at the present stage. The existing algorithms for mathematical modeling of fleet operations are universal and can be used for enterprises with a small number of vessels, but at the same time they are complex, costly and therefore inefficient, and therefore unclaimed. In this regard, the article state the problem of developing a system for operational planning and evaluation of the fleet of small shipping enterprises in the context of modern economics and trends in the use of information technology, defines the objectives of the development and implementation of the system, its configuration; reveals the purpose and methods of implementing the components of the system. The methods necessary for the development of the system and also to be developed are called. The importance of substantiating the effectiveness of informatization is emphasized.
How Does Image Complexity Affect the Accuracy of an Interactive Image Segmentation Algorithm?
Authors: Kok Luong Goh  , Soo See Chai  , Muzaffar Hamzah  , Emily Siew Sing Kiang
Published: June 2024

This study investigates the impact of image complexity on the accuracy of interactive image segmentation algorithms. Image complexity plays a crucial role in segmentation performance, yet previous studies have primarily relied on subjective methods, leaving a gap in understanding how objective measures impact accuracy. The purpose of this research is to explore the relationship between image complexity and segmentation performance and to propose an adaptive approach for improving accuracy based on complexity measures. The study utilizes objective measures, namely entropy and fractal dimension, to quantify image complexity. An interactive image segmentation algorithm is employed, with a bounding box as the background and strokes as the foreground annotations. The number of strokes is dynamically adjusted based on complexity measures, ensuring a tailored segmentation approach. Comparative evaluations are conducted to assess the effectiveness of dynamic and fixed stroke allocation strategies. The principal results reveal a significant influence of image complexity on segmentation accuracy. The dynamic stroke allocation strategy outperforms fixed allocation, highlighting the importance of adapting to complexity. Moreover, the optimal combination of strokes and superpixel sizes is explored, providing valuable insights for practitioners. The findings emphasize the need to consider image complexity in segmentation algorithms to achieve accurate results. In conclusion, this study contributes to the understanding of the relationship between image complexity and interactive image segmentation. By introducing a dynamic stroke allocation approach and evaluating different configurations, the research provides insights into optimizing accuracy based on image complexity. The adaptive strategy improves segmentation performance and guides the development of robust algorithms. Future research can further refine the adaptive approach, explore additional complexity measures, and incorporate advanced machine learning techniques to enhance interactive image segmentation. Overall, this study advances the field by highlighting the importance of image complexity, providing guidance for practitioners, and paving the way for more efficient segmentation algorithms.
Intelligent Text Sentiment Analysis of Emotional Beauty in the English Translation: Based on TB-LSTM Algorithm
Authors: Li Xin
Published: June 2024

In the existing deep learning sentiment analysis methods, text is directly processed into a sequence of words, which often ignores the important components of the text and the topic of the text. To solve these problems, the topic of text is extracted through Latent Dirichlet Allocation model, and then a method for integrating topic information into neural networks is proposed. Furthermore, an emotion classification model that integrates the topic information is constructed. An attention mechanism is used at the lexical level and the sentence level, paying attention to the more and less important content separately when building the document presentation. The results show that the proposed model has excellent performance in all four kinds of data, among which the accuracy rate, recall rate and F1-score of CCF-BDC are the best, reaching 0.63, 0.72 and 0.7 respectively. The translation accuracy also reaches 0.85. These results show that the model proposed in this study has better performance in sentiment analysis. These research results will help improve the user's reading experience and make machine translation better meet the needs of human language expression.
Effects of turmeric meal supplementations on performance, carcass traits, and meat antioxidant enzymes of broilers fed diets containing monosodium glutamate
Authors: Olarotimi Olumuyiwa Joseph
Published: June 2024

The use of monosodium glutamate (MSG) as a potential taste enhancer in poultry nutrition is discouraged due to its perceived adverse effects. Hence, this study evaluated the impacts of turmeric powder (TP) on performance and some meat qualities of chickens fed MSG. Three hundred broilers were divided into four diets: T1 (control), T2 (1.25 g MSG/kg), T3 (1.25 g MSG/kg and 1.25 g TP/kg), and T4 (1.25 g MSG/kg and 2.50 g TP/kg). Results indicated increased (P<0.05) feed intake with a decrease (P<0.05) in weight gain resulting in poor feed conversion ratio (P<0.05) in T2. However, inclusions of TP positively enhanced (P<0.05) these parameters in T3 and T4. Carcass characteristics did not differ significantly (P>0.05) between T1 and T2 but were improved (P<0.05) in T3 and T4. Organ weights were higher (P<0.05) in T2 but were restored (P<0.05) in T3 and T4. While meat CAT and GSH-Px decreased (P<0.05), and MDA and cholesterol increased (P<0.05) in T2, significant reversal of these trends was observed in T3 and T4. Hence, the inclusion of MSG without TP led to compromised performance, carcass, organ weights, and meat antioxidant enzymes in T2 while they were ameliorated in T3 and T4.
Design and Analysis of Structural Members of the Jib Crane
Authors: Pathirathna BTJ
Published: June 2024

This study has been undertaken to investigate and estimate design needs and propose optimum solution for lifting facility, and detailed calculation for lifting facility at Water Treatment Plant. Prior to decide optimum solution for the problem, evaluation of design concept has been done through various steps. Function decomposition and identification of individual function of the each subsystem, internal and external search for creating solution domain, next, best optimum solution has been selected via logical approach which was pairwise comparison and weighted decision matrix, and detailed calculation is performed as final step of the research.
Formulation and Evaluation of Polyherbal Cough Gutika
Authors: Ganesh Gaikwad Aarti , Mohin Dhange Saher , Chadrakant Gaikwad Bhavesh , Rajkumar Dhutraj Sumita , Arun Gaikar Latita
Published: June 2024

Sore throat is characterized as discomfort in the throat or irritation. Coughing is a natural defense mechanism to help your lungs and throat get clearer. Coughing is the most widespread ailment that people have experienced for many years, worldwide. The body's defense mechanism is coughing. Gutika is an important part of the Ayurvedic pharmacy. There are many advantages to this dosage form, such as its ease of use, portability, flavor, ease of administration, and minimal preparation time. Herbs, including black catechu, saffron, cardamom seeds, the bark of baheda, black pepper, kebab chini, nutmeg, clove, and fennel, are carefully ground and dried and kept in a mortar and pestle. Also, take in the mortar and pestle, the Liqourice extracts, melted jaggery foundation, and soaked Liqourice root mixer. Prepare a gutika formulation mixer, make a uniformly sized gutika, and allow it to dry in a typical environment.
Digital Twin Technology: A Comprehensive Review
Authors: R. Abayadeera Malithi , Ganegoda G.U.
Published: June 2024

This review explores Digital Twin technology's evolution since 2003, beyond replicating physical entities to encompass data ecosystems and service relationships. Analyzing its inception, growth, and multifaceted uses, the review illuminates Digital Twins' transformative role in modern sectors. It delves into their impact on manufacturing, healthcare, smart cities, defence, agriculture, and utilities, showcasing their ability to enhance decision-making and operational efficiencies. Yet, significant obstacles hinder Digital Twin adoption, including IT infrastructure establishment, data quality assurance, privacy concerns, and ethical implications. These challenges obstruct the full realization of Digital Twins' potential benefits. The study concludes by outlining critical avenues for future research, emphasizing standardization, data quality, privacy preservation, trust-building, and cross- domain applications. Bridging these gaps is vital for harnessing the true potential of Digital Twins in revolutionizing industries. This review aims to present a comprehensive view of Digital Twins, highlighting their benefits, challenges, and the imperative for further research to unlock their transformative impact.
Konizasyon sonrası endoservikal küretajın rolü: Ne kadar faydalıdır?
Authors: Şahin Selin , Şahin Mustafa , Yalçın Hakan Raşit
Published: June 2024

Amaç: Serviks kanseri dünya genelinde sık görülen jinekolojik malignitelerden biridir. Serviks kanserinin tarama, tanı ve tedavi stratejisini belirlemede prekanseröz lezyonların erken tanısı büyük önem taşımaktadır. Bu çalışmada servikal konizasyon (soğuk konizasyon) ve Loop Elektrocerrahi Eksizyon Prosedürü (LEEP) sonrasında yapılan endoservikal küretajın rezidü yüksek dereceli lezyonları ve servikal kanseri saptamada yeri olup olmadığını değerlendirmeyi amaçlıyoruz.
Gereç ve Yöntem: 01.09.2019 ile 01.12.2022 tarihleri arasında Ankara Bilkent Şehir Hastanesi, Jinekolojik Onkoloji Cerrahisi kliniğinde servikal eksizyonel işlemleri ve endoservikal küretaj işlemi yapılan 620 hastanın verileri retrospektif olarak, elektronik veri tabanı sisteminden, hasta dosyalarından, patoloji raporlarından ve ameliyat notlarından elde edildi. Endoservikal küretaj ve kolposkopi sonuçlarına ulaşılamayan, hastanemizde eksizyonel işlem yapılmamış hastalar ve eksizyonel işlem sonrası endoservikal küretaj( ECC) yapılmayan hastalar çalışmaya dahil edilmedi.
Bulgular: Konizasyon sonrası ECC’de servikal intraepitelyal neoplazi 2 (CIN2) ve üzeri sonuç gelen 43 hastanın 40’ında (%93) konizasyon sonucunda da CIN2 ve üzeri sonuç saptandı. Konizasyon sonrası ECC’nin doğru pozitif sayısı 43, yanlış pozitif sayısı 0, yanlış negatif sayısı 367 ve doğru negatif sayısı 210 olarak bulunmuştur. Buna göre konizasyon sonrası ECC’nin sensitivitesi %10,5, spesifitesi %100, pozitif prediktif değeri %100, negatif prediktif değeri %36,4 ve doğruluk oranı ise %40,8 olarak bulunmuştur.
Sonuç: Düşük sensitiviteye rağmen, yüksek spesitite ve pozitif prediktif değerlere sahip olması nedeniyle ve yalnızca üç hastada olsa bile sedece ECC’ de ileri lezyon tespit etmesi nedeni ile konizasyon sonrası ECC yapılmasını öneriyoruz. ECC sonuçlarının hastanın sonraki aşamadaki takip ve tedavisi açısından önemli olduğunu düşünmekteyiz. Ancak konizasyon sonrası ECC’nin yeri konusunda haha kapsamlı çalışmalara ihtiyaç vardır.
Özgürlük Alanından Tahakküm Alanına: Theodor W. Adorno’nun Kant Eleştirisi
Authors: Urtekin Gülsima , Saygılı Serdar
Published: June 2024

Kant, özneyi transandantal yapıya dönüştürerek bir ahlak metafiziği geliştirmiştir. Kant ahlak anlayışı ile öznenin doğa üzerinde tahakküm kurmasını ve bu açıdan özgürleşmesini amaçlamıştır. Adorno, Kant’ın geliştirdiği ahlak sisteminin hem Kant tarafından verili olduğu ve hem de pratik hayata uygulanamaz olduğundan eleştirmiştir. Adorno bu durumu kültür endüstrisi kavramıyla açıklamaya çalışmıştır. Bu bağlamda kültür, seri üretim ve tüketim aracına dönüşerek özneyi de bu alan arasında bırakmıştır. Kitle kültürü olarak da açıklanan bu sistemde özne bir noktadan itibaren nesneyle özdeş duruma gelmiştir. Çünkü tüketim ve üretimin aracı olan insan, sistemin en önemli parçası haline dönüşerek hem üretimde hem de tüketimde nesneyle aynılaşmıştır. Kant’ın amaçladığı öznenin nesneye olan tahakkümü pratik hayatta ikisini aynı konuma getirdiği için özne üzerine tahakküm kurmanın yollarını açmıştır. Bu bakımdan Aydınlanma ile birlikte öznenin ayrıcalıklı konumunun özneyi özgürleştirmesi beklenirken onu tahakküm nesnesine dönüştürmüştür. Dolayısıyla bu çalışmanın amacı, öznenin oluşturduğu özgürlük alanının kültür endüstrisi ile nasıl tahakküm alanına dönüştüğünü Adorno’nun eleştirel perspektifinden tartışmaya çalışmaktır.
Fishing for Planets: A Comparative Analysis of EPRV Survey Performance in the Presence of Correlated Noise
Authors: Gupta Arvind F. , Bedell Megan
Published: June 2024

With dedicated exoplanet surveys underway for multiple extreme-precision radial velocity (EPRV) instruments, the near-future prospects of RV exoplanet science are promising. These surveys’ generous time allocations are expected to facilitate the discovery of Earth analogs around bright, nearby Sun-like stars. But survey success will depend critically on the choice of observing strategy, which will determine the survey’s ability to mitigate known sources of noise and extract low-amplitude exoplanet signals. Here we present an analysis of the Fisher information content of simulated EPRV surveys, accounting for the most recent advances in our understanding of stellar variability on both short and long timescales (i.e., oscillations and granulation within individual nights, and activity-induced variations across multiple nights). In this analysis, we capture the correlated nature of stellar variability by parameterizing these signals with Gaussian process kernels. We describe the underlying simulation framework and the physical interpretation of the Fisher information content, and we evaluate the efficacy of EPRV survey strategies that have been presented in the literature. We explore and compare strategies for scheduling observations over various timescales, and we make recommendations to optimize survey performance for the detection of Earth-like exoplanets.
Speckle Interferometry at SOAR Telescope in 2023
Authors: Tokovinin Andrei , Mason Brian D. , Mendez Rene A. , Costa Edgardo
Published: June 2024

Results of the speckle-interferometry observations at the 4.1 m Southern Astrophysical Research Telescope obtained during 2023 are presented: 1913 measurements of 1533 resolved pairs or subsystems (median separation 0.″16) and nonresolutions of 552 targets; 42 pairs are resolved here for the first time. This work continues our long-term effort to monitor orbital motion in close binaries and hierarchical systems. A large number (147) of orbits have been determined for the first time or updated using these measurements. Complementarity of this program with the Gaia mission is highlighted.
Massive Interacting Binaries as an Enrichment Source for Multiple Populations in Star Clusters
Authors: Nguyen Michelle , Sills Alison
Published: June 2024

We present a suite of binary evolution models with massive primaries (10 ≤ M
1 ≤ 40 M
⊙) and periods and mass ratios chosen such that the systems undergo nonconservative mass transfer while the primaries have helium cores. We track the total mass and chemical composition of the ejecta from these systems. This material shows the abundance signatures of hot hydrogen burning that are needed to explain the abundance patterns seen in multiple populations in massive star clusters. We then calculate the total yield of a population of binary stars with masses, mass ratios, and periods consistent with their distribution in a field population. We show that the overall abundance of this material is enriched in helium, nitrogen, sodium, and aluminum, and depleted in carbon, oxygen, and magnesium, by amounts that are consistent with observations. We also show that such a population of binaries will return approximately 25% of its mass in this ejecta (compared to 4% if all the stars were single), over a characteristic timescale of about 12 Myr. We argue that massive binaries must be seriously considered as a contributor to the source of enriched material needed to explain the multiple populations in massive clusters, since essentially all massive stars are formed in binaries or higher-order multiples, massive binaries are primarily formed in clusters, and massive binaries naturally produce material of the right composition.
Discovery of a Long Thermonuclear X-Ray Burst from the Ultracompact Binary 4U 1850–087
Authors: Lu Yongqi , Li Zhaosheng , Yu Wenhui , Pan Yuanyue , Falanga Maurizio
Published: June 2024

We report the detection of a long X-ray burst from the ultracompact binary 4U 1850–087. The type I X-ray burst was observed on MJD 60171.65 by the Monitor of All-sky X-ray Image and Neutron Star Interior Composition Explorer (NICER). We analyze the NICER data between MJD 60095.19 and 60177.43, which includes the observation covering parts of the long X-ray burst decay phase, i.e., 0.15–3.8 hr after the trigger. The persistent spectra are well described by a multicolor disk blackbody, with an inner temperature of ∼0.5 keV, a thermally Comptonized continuum, an asymptotic power-law photon index of Γ ∼ 2.2, and an electron temperature of kT

e
∼ 20–30 keV. The mean persistent flux was around 3.8 × 10−10 erg cm−2 s−1, corresponding to a local mass accretion rate of

∼
1
%

m

̇

Edd

. Part of the time-resolved burst spectra show a clear deviation from the blackbody model, which can be improved by considering the enhanced persistent emission due to the Poynting–Robertson drag or the reflected disk emission illuminated by the burst. From the burst flux during the cooling phase, we estimate the burst duration, τ ≈ 0.78 hr, the burst fluence, E

b
≈ 4.1 × 1041 erg, and the ignition column depth, y
ign ≈ 3.5 × 1010 g cm−2. These long X-ray burst parameters from 4U 1850–087 suggest a regime of unstable burning of a thick, pure helium layer slowly accreted from a helium donor star. Moreover, we identify 7σ significant ∼1 keV emission lines in the burst spectra, which may originate from the surrounding accretion disk.
Following in the footsteps of invasion: comparisons of founder and invasive genotypes of two independent invasions reveal site-specific demographic processes and no influence by landscape attributes on dispersal
Authors: Castillo María L. , Schaffner Urs , Mbaabu Purity R. , Shiferaw Hailu , van Wilgen Brian W. , Eckert Sandra , Choge Simon , Münzbergová Zuzana , Le Roux Johannes J.
Published: June 2024

To understand the success of invasive alien species, it is necessary to evaluate the site-specific eco-evolutionary challenges they face in their new environments. We explored whether the rearrangement of genetic diversity is linked to the invasiveness of Prosopis juliflora by (i) comparing different stages of invasion (founding vs invasive populations) in two invaded areas (Afar Region, Ethiopia and Baringo County, Kenya) to evaluate whether different stages are dominated by different genetic attributes (e.g., characteristic genotypes or levels of genetic diversity) and by (ii) evaluating if landscape features affected dispersal between invasive populations in the two invaded areas. We hypothesised that different invasion stages would have unique genetic characteristics due to either site-specific demographic and/or dispersal dynamics. We also compared the genetic characteristics at an ‘invasive–non-invasive congener’ level by studying the non-invasive P. pallida, introduced to Baringo County, and assessed whether it hybridises with P. juliflora. In the Afar Region, the establishment and spread of P. juliflora were characterised by extensive gene flow that homogenised genetic diversity across all populations. In contrast, in Baringo County, invasive populations had lower genetic diversity than founders, and genetic differentiation was lower between invasive populations than between invasive and founder populations. In both invaded areas, we found no evidence that dispersal was hampered by geographic distance, bioclimatic conditions, or distance to roads, rivers and villages, at least at the spatial scales of our study; indicating frequent long-distance dispersal. Allelic richness was higher in P. juliflora than P. pallida founders and hybrids were mainly planted trees probably resulting from the sympatric cultivation of the two species following their introduction. Thus, management actions on Prosopis invasion in eastern Africa should consider site-specific dynamics occurring during the invasion.
Timing and predictors of death during treatment in patients with multidrug/rifampin-resistant tuberculosis in South Korea
Authors: Son Eunjeong , Choi Hongjo , Mok Jeongha , Kang Young Ae , Jeong Dawoon , Jeon Doosoo
Published: June 2024

Background/Aims: This study aimed to investigate the timing and predictors of death during treatment among patients with multidrug/rifampin-resistant tuberculosis (MDR/RR-TB) in South Korea.Methods: This was a retrospective cohort study that included MDR/RR-TB cases notified between 2011 and 2017 in South Korea.Results: Among 7,226 MDR/RR-TB cases, 699 (9.7%) died at a median of 167 days (IQR 51–358 d) from the initiation of MDR-TB treatment. The cumulative proportion of all-cause death was 35.5% at 90 days and 52.8% at 180 days from treatment initiation. TB-related deaths occurred at a median of 133 days (IQR 32–366 d), which was significantly earlier than the median of 184 days (IQR 68–356 d) for non-TB-related deaths (p = 0.002). In a multivariate analysis, older age was the factor most strongly associated with death, with those aged ≥ 75 years being 68 times more likely to die (aHR 68.11, 95% CI 21.75–213.26), compared those aged ≤ 24 years. In addition, male sex, comorbidities (cancer, human immunodeficiency virus, and end stage renal disease), the lowest household income class, and TB-specific factors (previous history of TB treatment, smear positivity, and fluoroquinolone resistance) were identified as independent predictors of all-cause death.Conclusions: This nationwide study highlights increased deaths during the intensive phase and identifies high-risk groups including older people and those with comorbidities or socioeconomic vulnerabilities. An integrated and comprehensive strategy is required to reduce mortality in patients with MDR/RR-TB, particularly focusing on the early stages of treatment and target populations.
Efficient solutions for time fractional Sawada-Kotera, Ito, and Kaup-Kupershmidt equations using an analytical technique
Authors: Yasmin Humaira , Almuqrin Aljawhara H.
Published: June 2024

We focused on the analytical solution of strong nonlinearity and complicated time-fractional evolution equations, including the Sawada-Kotera equation, Ito equation, and Kaup-Kupershmidt equation, using an effective and accurate method known as the Aboodh residual power series method (ARPSM) in the framework of the Caputo operator. Therefore, the Caputo operator and the ARPSM are practical for figuring out a linear or nonlinear system with a fractional derivative. This technique was effectively proposed to obtain a set of analytical solutions for various types of fractional differential equations. The derived solutions enabled us to understand the mechanisms behind the propagation and generation of numerous nonlinear phenomena observed in diverse scientific domains, including plasma physics, fluid physics, and optical fibers. The fractional property also revealed some ambiguity that may be observed in many natural phenomena, and this is one of the most important distinguishing factors between fractional differential equations and non-fractional ones. We also helped clarify fractional calculus in nonlinear dynamics, motivating researchers to work in mathematical physics.
Modern Contraception and Anaemia Among Reproductive-age Women in India: Results From a Household Survey
Authors: Adhikary Mihir , Barman Poulami , Singh Bharti , Anand Abhishek
Published: June 2024

Objectives: Chronic anaemia is a significant health concern, particularly among women of childbearing age. Factors such as menstrual blood loss, childbirth, inadequate nutrition, closely spaced pregnancies, and recurrent gastrointestinal bleeding increase the risk of anaemia. This study investigated whether current contraceptive methods are associated with anaemia in Indian women of reproductive age.Methods: Cross-sectional data from the fifth round of the National Family Health Survey, conducted in 2019-2021, were used for this investigation. We included only non-pregnant and non-amenorrhoeic women in our analysis, resulting in a final analytical sample of 673 094 women aged 15-49. Bivariate cross-tabulations and multivariable logistic regression were employed to analyse the data.Results: The prevalence of anaemia was 57%, and the adjusted regression models found no significant association between the use of any contraceptive methods and women’s haemoglobin status. Women using traditional contraceptive methods had 1.08 (95% confidence interval, 1.05 to 1.11) times higher odds of having anaemia. Among the modern methods, other than injectables, all other methods—such as an intrauterine device, barrier use, and sterilisation—were associated with higher odds of anaemia compared to women who used contraceptive pills.Conclusions: This study explored the relationship between modern contraceptives and haemoglobin levels in India, revealing that injectables were associated with a notable reduction in the odds of anaemia, whereas traditional contraceptives and other modern methods exhibited positive associations with anaemia. These findings prompt policymakers to focus on anaemia reduction and safe contraceptives. More research is needed to inform decisions, given the scant literature.
Ce que les interactions nous disent sur l’activité de l’enseignant et des étudiants pendant le cours par visioconférence en situation de contrainte
Authors: Mraihi Saida
Published: June 2024

Cet article présente les travaux menés dans le cadre d’une recherche doctorale qui s’appuie sur les interactions pour analyser l’activité de l’enseignant et des étudiants pendant le cours en visioconférence, un mode d’enseignement qui s’est considérablement développé durant la crise sanitaire de la COVID-19. Le passage dans l’urgence à un enseignement à distance a contraint les enseignants et les étudiants de s’adapter à des nouvelles modalités de formation marquées par un glissement de la salle de classe vers l’espace privé ou un autre espace professionnel comme le bureau et par l’omniprésence de l’environnement numérique où l’enseignant et les étudiants prennent part au cours par écran interposé. Notre recherche vise à comprendre comment enseignant et étudiants interagissent dans ce nouvel environnement. Dans cet article, nous exposons les fondements théoriques qui ont guidé notre recherche, nous présentons ensuite notre méthodologie mixte basée sur des données quantitatives et qualitatives et enfin nous partageons des éléments spécifiques de nos résultats en mettant l’accent sur le niveau de multimodalité des interactions dans le cours en visioconférence et les effets induits par l’environnement physique et numérique.
Estancias pampeanas: arquitectura y territorio en el campo argentino
Authors: Yuln Melina
Published: June 2024

Este trabajo es producto de un capítulo de mi tesis doctoral “Geohistoria del Noroeste de la provincia de Buenos Aires: Territorios, frontera, región”, que trata sobre los procesos de cambios y transformaciones territoriales en ese espacio de la pampa argentina, y cómo estos procesos influyeron en la construcción de la región. Este fragmento aborda los desafíos territoriales que atravesaron las estancias – haciendas productivas pampeanas – entre finales del siglo XIX y principios del siglo XX, así como las adaptaciones en las viviendas y su entorno, en un contexto donde la cultura urbana se entrelazaba al mundo productivo rural. La investigación se basa en una metodología mixta, con un diseño de carácter cuanti-cualitativo, a través de análisis documental y estadístico; revisión bibliográfica y cartográfica; y trabajo de campo. Se presentan tres etapas que caracterizan a la estancia como vector territorializador del Noroeste de la provincia de Buenos Aires. dando cuenta de las dimensiones – social, económica, política, cultural o ambiental – involucradas.
Rights beyond the Unencumbered Self: Property-Freedom and Federation against Property-Theft and Centralisation
Authors: Menéndez Agustín José
Published: June 2024

This article offers a reading of Catherine Colliot-Thélène’s Le commun de la liberté (2022) as a major contribution to the renewal of the way of doing political philosophy characteristic of what may be called the “radical enlightenment”. It is claimed that the book forms part of the same politico-philosophical project as La démocratie sans “demos” (2011), i.e. the reconstitution of democracy on a new radical basis. Colliot-Thélène puts forward a bold defence of methodological individualism of rights as the key component of the grammar of democratic politics, at the same time that she considers the shortcomings of existing democratic systems from the standpoint of two symptomatic figures, the poor and the refugee. The second part of the contribution engages with three aspects which are at the core of Le commun de la liberté, namely the conception of property, the conception of citizenship and of personal statuses, and the theory of rights.
L’exégèse straussienne de Xénophon :
Authors: Dorion Louis-André
Published: June 2024

Par les nombreuses études qu’il lui a consacrées, Leo Strauss a grandement contribué à la réhabilitation des écrits socratiques de Xénophon (Mémorables, Banquet, Apologie et Économique). Or, accordant plus d’importance à ce qu’un texte passerait délibérément sous silence qu’à ce qu’il affirme en toutes lettres, l’herméneutique straus­sienne est loin de faire l’unanimité parmi les interprètes de Xénophon. Après avoir exposé les principales raisons pour lesquelles l’intérêt de Strauss pour Xénophon ne s’est jamais démenti, cette étude se penche sur un cas particulier, celui des nombreuses exé­gèses que Strauss a proposées de Mémorables IV 4, où Socrate définit la justice en termes d’obéissance aux lois. L’analyse approfondie de ces exégèses met en lumière les écueils et les apories de l’herméneutique straussienne.
Socrate dans la littérature de l’ancienet du moyen stoïcisme
Authors: Alesse Francesca
Published: June 2024

Pour souligner leur filiation socratique, les stoïciens composèrent des écrits – dialogues, recueils de sentences ou « mémorables » – inspirés de la littérature socratique ancienne, ou citèrent des mots de Socrate dans leurs propres traités moraux. Parmi leurs sources, il faut mentionner, outre, naturellement, Xénophon, les dialogues de Platon, mais aussi ceux d’Antisthène et d’Eschine de Sphettos ; des courants mineurs de la littérature socratique ancienne : Phédon, Simon ; des exemples de littérature socratique postérieure, en parti­culier Diogène de Sinope et Cratès de Thèbes.
La conception de l’élite politique chez Freud
Authors: Chemouni Jacquy
Published: June 2024

Cet article se propose d’étudier la conception développée par Freud selon laquelle une élite composée d’individus choisis pour leurs qualités devrait gouverner la « masse » en lui imposant ce qu’il qualifie de « dictature de la raison ». La masse apparaît comme une entité passive au sein de laquelle toute individualité s’efface, inaccessible aux arguments rationnels, soumise aux exigences pulsionnelles et présentant un fonctionnement psychique archaïque. Ces considérations révèlent un aspect souvent passé sous silence des positions politiques de Freud généralement considérées comme libérales et démocrates. Elles dévoilent finalement, à l’encontre de ce que lui-même affirme, que sa pensée psychanalytique n’est pas sans exprimer et valider des idées manifestement politiques.
Le mouvement flamand du point de vue des diplomates français après la Grande Guerre. Le fonds Z124-3 : une source orientée ?
Authors: Fleurier Nicolas
Published: June 2024

Le fonds Z124-3, conservé au Centre des archives diplomatiques de La Courneuve, réunit les documents relatifs à la « question flamande » en Belgique pendant l’entre-deux-guerres. Cette source, qui ressort d’une véritable vigilance diplomatique, n’a pas son équivalent dans les séries portant sur les autres pays frontaliers de la France. Elle permet d’évaluer la manière dont le mouvement flamand est interprété par la diplomatie française, qui utilise souvent des termes inadaptés ou des définitions variables. Elle mène à s’interroger sur les défauts de la prise d’information et le degré de subjectivité des analyses. Cette source présente l’avantage de renseigner sur le militantisme flamand et sur la relation des questions de politique intérieure avec les enjeux de politique extérieure. Elle informe sur la mémoire française de l’activisme et sur le mouvement flamand de France. Elle renseigne même sur le rôle actif des diplomates, dont la volonté de défendre les intérêts français mène jusqu’à envisager une doctrine proche de l’ingérence. Le fonds Z124-3 permet de comprendre comment le « flamingantisme » apparaît aux diplomates français, dont les observations sont en partie biaisées par des préjugés discriminatoires et les effets de loupe.
Les choses de la guerre : l’aide militaire interalliée dans l’histoire globalisée de la Seconde Guerre mondiale
Authors: Bottelier Th. W.
Published: June 2024

Cet article a pour objectif d’approfondir, à travers une réévaluation des aides militaires interalliées, l’étude du tournant global dans l’histoire de la Seconde Guerre mondiale. De 1941 à 1947, les Alliés échangèrent d’énormes quantités de biens et de services dans l’objectif de renforcer leur effort de guerre collectif contre les puissances de l’Axe. Ce fut, dans le contexte de l’aide au développement, l’approvisionnement le plus important de son histoire qui représenta un très grand pourcentage du commerce international contemporain. Pourtant, comme le démontre cet article, le phénomène passa pour l’essentiel inaperçu dans l’histoire politique, économique et internationale de la guerre. L’histoire de l’aide militaire interalliée demeure peu connue, elle permet pourtant de développer une histoire plus dense de l’économie politique et de la matérialité d’une guerre mondialisée au milieu du XXe siècle.
Energy Harvesting and Smart Highways for Sustainable Transportation Infrastructure
Authors: Gopal Mohanraj , Lurdhumary J. , Bathrinath S. , Priya A. Parvathi , Sarojwal Atul , Boopathi S.
Published: June 2024

The chapter explores the integration of nanotechnology, energy harvesting, and smart highways into global transportation infrastructure, aiming to create sustainable and efficient systems. Nanotechnology enhances road surface durability and functionality, offering increased strength, resilience, and self-healing properties. Energy harvesting techniques, such as piezoelectric and solar technologies, harness kinetic and solar energy from vehicular motion and sunlight, powering infrastructure, streetlights, and even the grid. Smart highways, enabled by interconnected sensors and communication systems, monitor traffic flow, adjust speed limits, provide real-time updates, and autonomously manage transportation systems. These innovations not only promise a sustainable transportation ecosystem but also catalyze economic growth, environmental preservation, and enhanced quality of life for communities worldwide.
Smart IoT Drone Systems for News and Intelligence Gathering in Digital Journalism
Authors: Matthew Ugochukwu Okwudili , Olofin Babatunde , Kazaure Jazuli Sanusi , Fatai Lateef Olawale , Falebita Oluwatosin Samuel , Nwanakwaugwu Andrew Chinonso , Okey Ogobuchi Daniel , Okafor Nwamaka U.
Published: June 2024

The adoption of Internet of Things (IoT) Drones in journalism had signaled a digital revolution that altered news reporting, intelligence gathering, and the management of journalistic information processing which epitomizes information communication technologies(ICTs) digital ascendancy. Considering the inherent benefits of IoT Drones as demonstrated by their widespread application, Drones can record and transmit live video to ground-based base stations, which is more specifically useful in journalism. In line with the spread of forensic modernity, the current study found that audiences that value the use of creative and interactive technology will perceive news media utilizing IoT Drones as more moral. In the analysis, a respectable percentage of respondents favored Drone use in journalism. The paper recommended that, the use of IoT Drone technology in objective and investigative journalism will solidify the digital forensics methodology, given the framework for approaches and advancements that should be considered when conducting Drone forensic investigations.
Investigating Regulatory Challenges in India's Wine Industry
Authors: Benedict Balraj , Shashwat Kiran
Published: June 2024

The investigation of regulatory issues in India's wine business, as summarized in the research, explores the complexities and obstacles that the industry must overcome. The goal of the research is to find opportunities for policy reform that can lead to sustainable growth through a thorough analysis. This study explores the complex regulatory environment of the Indian wine sector, highlighting obstacles from the perspectives of law, economy, and culture. The report puts up a thorough reform agenda that calls for simplified licensing procedures, more sensible taxation, and a transformation in society's perception of wine drinking. To provide a consistent business environment, it recommends looking into standardized rules among states. Using expert insights and foreign models, the research seeks to provide policymakers with well-informed suggestions to support a flourishing and sustainable wine market in India. The study presents a comprehensive reform plan that includes a range of actions to address the impediments that have been identified.
Role of Diversity and Inclusion on Employee Performance Evaluation
Authors: Singh Amrik , Kumar Vipan
Published: June 2024

In today's ever-evolving workforce landscape, fostering diversity and inclusion has become paramount for organizational success. Using organizational behaviour theories, the chapter analyses the impact of diversity and inclusion on the fairness and effectiveness of these evaluations. The research draws on literature and case studies to provide a comprehensive understanding of how diversity initiatives interact with performance appraisal practices in this sector, addressing a gap in existing knowledge. The study explores how inclusivity can enhance fairness and improve performance reviews by studying complex relations between various forces affecting a diverse workforce dynamics and evaluations for work done. Moreover, this chapter emphasizes comprehensive strategies that recognize and appreciate public sector organization diversities through theoretical frameworks and empirical evidence. Diversity as well as inclusion should be integrated with the appraisal process to make employees more passionate at work, more motivated, and more productive.
Assessing the Utilization of Metaverse in Enhancing Marketing Practices
Authors: Arsal Riza Ergün , Aydin Asli Elif
Published: June 2024

The purpose of this chapter is to explore the evolving landscape of marketing in the metaverse era. Metaverse applications of marketing activities from various industries are examined with cases from an emerging country. Beginning with an evaluation of marketing practices leading up to the metaverse, the chapter examines the transition from traditional methods to digital, social media, and mobile marketing strategies. It then delves into the myriad uses of the metaverse for marketing practices, highlighting immersive experiences, gamification, virtual commerce, and personalized engagement. Recent examples showcase how brands are leveraging virtual environments to connect with consumers in innovative ways. Last, expected challenges for companies are discussed. Concluding remarks offer recommendations for marketing practitioners, particularly in emerging countries, emphasizing the importance of embracing emerging technologies and adapting strategies to leverage the opportunities presented by the metaverse for effective brand engagement and consumer interaction.
Association between COMMD1 gene polymorphism rs11125908 and rheumatoid arthritis in the Cuban population
Authors: Carpio Alvarez M. , Cintado Benitez A. , Diaz Argudin T. , Nodarse Cuni H. , Dominguez Horta M.d.C , Fernández Massó J.R.
Published: June 2024

Objective. To evaluate the association of the rs11125908 polymorphism in the COMMD1 gene in the Cuban population with rheumatoid arthritis (RA).
Methods. In this case-control study, 161 RA patients and 150 control subjects were genotyped for rs11125908 by the allele-specific polymerase chain reaction method. DNA sequencing was used to verify the assignation of the polymorphism. The odds ratios (OR) and their 95% confidence interval were calculated by logistic regression to determine the associations between genotypes and RA using the SNPStats software.
Results. An association of the single nucleotide polymorphism with the disease was found in the overdominant model (p=0.025; OR=1.91) for the AG genotype. Our analyses revealed an association between rs11125908 and the subgroup of patients with swollen joints < median under the codominant model for AG (p=0.034; OR=2.30) and GG genotype (p=0.034; OR=0.82) and with the overdominant model (p=0.01; OR=2.38). The subgroup of patients with an age of onset lower than the mean and AG genotype showed an association in the overdominant model (p=0.027; OR=2.27). Disease activity score 28 with erythrocyte sedimentation rate and disease duration variables were not associated with the rs11125908 polymorphism.
Conclusions. rs11125908 was associated with RA and with the number of swollen joints and age of onset subgroup analyses. We provide concepts for treatments for RA, based on pharmacological management of COMMD1 expression.
Determining Effectiveness of “Off-Label Therapies” for Multiple Sclerosis in a Real-World Setting
Authors: Pandit Lekha , Mustafa Sharik , Sudhir Akshatha , Malapur Puneeth , D’Cunha Anitha
Published: June 2024

Objective:

To determine the factors, if any, that are associated with the efficacy of “off-label therapies” (OLTs) for multiple sclerosis (MS).

Methods:

Consecutive patients (N = 174) with relapsing–remitting MS (RRMS) or secondary progressive MS (SPMS) with relapses, on OLTs with a generic formulation of azathioprine, mycophenolate mofetil, or rituximab biosimilar for ≥2 years were included. Annualized relapse rate (ARR) and expanded disability status score (EDSS) 1 year before and ≥2 years after starting OLTs were recorded. Optical coherence tomography (OCT) was done at baseline and at the end of the study.

Results:

During a median period of 4.1 years (2.4–24), ARR reduced in all (P < 0.0001) and EDSS improved in RRMS (P < 0.0001) patients but not in SPMS (P < 0.31) patients. Good responders were those who had RRMS (P = 0.001, odds ratio [OR] 0.04, 95% confidence interval [CI] 0.01–0.15), female gender (P 0.008, OR 6.67, 95% CI 1.7–26.8), and had early access to OLT (P = 0.006, OR 1.2, 95% CI 1.05–1.40). Baseline peripapillary retinal nerve fiber layer thickness identified the risk of conversion to SPMS (P < 0.01, OR 1.03; 95% CI 1.01–1.06).

Conclusions:

This limited prospective study suggests that early identification of patients who could potentially respond to unconventional but accessible therapies may be valuable in the treatment of MS, particularly in resource-poor regions.
A review of issues and challenges of implementation of patient blood management
Authors: Chegini Azita , Jamalian Ali , Abolhassani Mohammad Reza , Alavi Ali Boroujerdi
Published: June 2024

INTRODUCTION:

Patient blood management (PBM) is outlined as evidence-based medical and surgical concepts with a multidisciplinary method.

AIMS AND OBJECTIVES:

The aim of this article is to review the PBM implementation and analyses the issues, challenges, and opportunities.

METHODOLOGY:

In this article, we have an overview of PBM implementation in literature and our experience in one hospital in Iran. We used databases including Embase, CINAHL, Scopus, Google Scholar, Google, Science Direct, ProQuest, ISI Web of Knowledge, and PubMed to attain the related literature published in the English language.

RESULTS:

There are different barriers and challenges of implementation of PBM, such as hospital culture confrontation, reduced staff with restricted time, lack of interdisciplinary conversation, change of practice, the lack of experience with PBM, the feasibility to integrate PBM, electronic documentation and schedule budget for required instruments, resources, and personnel. Hospitals differ globally in the aspect of infrastructure, personnel and properties, and it is necessary to individualize according to the local situation.

CONCLUSION:

The review highlights the importance of PBM and its implementation for obtaining patient safety. PBM establishing in hospitals as a complex process have different challenges and barriers. Sharing experiences is essential to success in the PBM programs. Cooperation between countries will be useful in PBM spreading.
Intrauterine transfusion in hydropic fetuses: An outcome analysis
Authors: Parashar Rashmi , Bajpayee Archana , Anne Puneeth Babu
Published: June 2024

The objective of this study is to determine the perinatal outcome in pregnancies with hydropic fetuses. The study was a retrospective evaluation of data on intrauterine transfusion (IUT) done in hydropic fetuses for correction of severe anemia from December 2017 to August 2021 in AIIMS Jodhpur. The retrospective case series involves five cases that underwent IUT for severe fetal anemia. All had a sign of hydrops at the time of presentation. Out of five cases, four were of alloimmunized pregnancies while one was of hydrops fetalis secondary to parvovirus infection. The presence of severe hydrops at the time of presentation is a poor prognostic factor affecting fetal survival post-IUT therapy.