bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Nominee Arrangement in the Practice of Land Sale and Purchase in Indonesia
Authors: KRESNADJAJA Indrasari , DHARSANA I Made Pria
Published: January 2025

The practice of nominee agreements has occurred in Indonesia repeatedly; the agreement uses the power of attorney where the agreement uses the name of an Indonesian citizen to transfer power of attorney to a foreign citizen. A Nominee Agreement made by two parties, namely between an Indonesian citizen and a foreign citizen as the attorney (Nominee), is made through an agreement package to provide all authority that may arise in the legal relationship between a person and his land to a foreign party as a person who is given the power to act as the actual owner. The agreement borrows the name of an Indonesian citizen as the Nominee, and this is a legal smuggling because its substance is contrary to Article 21 paragraph (1) and Article 26 paragraph (2) of Law Number 5 of 1960 concerning the UUPA. In addition, the existence of a loan agreement in the name must be based on the terms and principles of freedom of contract as stipulated in Article 1320 and Article 1338 Paragraph (1) of the Civil Code. For this reason, an objective and comprehensive attitude and understanding are needed from the NotaryNotary in assessing the contents of the land sale and purchase agreement, primarily related to the one-sided agreement. In reality, in the author's opinion, nominee agreements do not comply with the positive law in force in Indonesia because the purpose of this agreement contains elements of bad ethics.
Strategies for Promoting Inclusive Education in the General Education and Training Phase in Rural Schools, the Case of a Grade 9 Economic Management Sciences Classroom in Limpopo Province – South Africa
Authors: Mankgele Khutso Pitso
Published: January 2025

This study explored strategies for promoting inclusive education in Grade 9 economic management sciences (EMS) classrooms in rural schools within Limpopo Province, South Africa, using a qualitative, case study approach. Data from semi-structured interviews and focus group discussions with 20 participants, including EMS teachers, departmental heads, and principals, revealed five key themes: Differentiated instruction and teaching adaptation, teacher training and professional development, collaboration and support structures, challenges in resource availability, and leadership and administrative support for inclusion. The study highlights that despite the significant challenges rural schools face, there are actionable strategies, such as enhanced professional development, differentiated instruction, and increased collaboration, that can promote inclusivity in EMS classrooms. These findings provide valuable insights for educators and policymakers aiming to advance inclusive education in economically disadvantaged areas.

Keywords: Inclusive Education, Differentiated Instruction, Economic Management Sciences (EMS), Social Constructivism, Rural Schools
Comparison of the Origin of Short Gamma-Ray Bursts with or without Extended Emission
Authors: Li Qin-Mei , Sun Qi-Bin
Published: January 2025

The merger of compact binary stars produces short gamma-ray bursts (sGRBs), involving channels such as neutron star–neutron star (BNS) and neutron star–black hole (NS–BH). The association between sGRB 170817A and gravitational wave GW170817 provides reliable evidence for the BNS channel. Some speculations suggest that sGRBs with extended emission (EE) may represent another distinct population. The offset is the distance between the GRB sky localization and the host galaxy center. We compared the offset distributions of these two types of samples (46 sGRBs with EE and 9 without EE samples) and found that they follow the same distribution. Utilizing nonparametric methods, we examined the luminosity function and formation rate of sGRBs without any assumptions. The luminosity function can be described as

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The Deuterium Fractionation of NH3 in Massive Star-forming Regions
Authors: Li Yuqiang , Wang Junzhi , Li Juan , Rayalacheruvu Prathap , Majumdar Liton , Yan Yaoting , Quan Donghui , Lu Xing , Zheng Siqi
Published: January 2025

Deuteration is sensitive to environmental conditions in star-forming regions. To investigate NH2D chemistry, we compared the spatial distribution of ortho-NH2D

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Most High-density Exoplanets Are Unlikely to Be Remnant Giant Planet's Cores
Authors: Lin Zifan , Cambioni Saverio , Seager Sara
Published: January 2025

Some exoplanets have much higher densities than expected from stellar abundances of planet-forming elements. There are two theories—metal-rich formation hypothesis and naked core hypothesis—that explain how formation and evolution can alter the compositions and structures of rocky planets to diverge from their primordial building blocks. Here we revisit the naked core hypothesis, which states that high-density planets are remnant cores of giant planets that remain in a fossil-compressed state, even after envelope loss. Using a planetary interior model and assuming energy-limited atmospheric escape, we show that a large fraction, if not all, of the iron–silicate core of a giant planet is molten during the planet's early evolution. Upon envelope loss, the molten part of the planets can rapidly rebound owing to low viscosity, resulting in a decrease in radius by at most 0.06%, if they had hydrogen/helium envelopes, or by at most 7%, if they had H2O envelopes, compared to self-compressed counterparts with the same core mass fraction. Based on our findings, we reject the hypothesis that all high-density exoplanets are naked cores with Kolmogorov–Smirnov p-value ≪0.05 for both envelope compositions. We find that some high-density exoplanets can still possibly be naked cores, but the probabilities are lower than ∼1/2 and ∼1/3 for the ice giant and gas giant scenario, respectively, in 95% of the cases. We conclude that most high-density exoplanets are unlikely to be remnant giant planet cores.
Solid and Gaseous Methane in IRAS 23385+6053 as Seen with Open JWST Data
Authors: Nakibov Ruslan , Karteyeva Varvara , Petrashkevich Igor , Ozhiganov Maksim , Medvedev Mikhail , Vasyunin Anton
Published: January 2025

We present a new description of the 7.7 μm region towards the high-mass star-forming region IRAS 23385+6053 taken from the open James Webb Space Telescope Mid-Infrared Instrument Medium Resolution Spectrometer data. This area is commonly attributed to the ν
4 deformation mode of methane ice. For the first time, gaseous and solid methane were analyzed simultaneously in IRAS 23385+6053. The band at 7.58–7.8 μm (1320–1280 cm−1) is interpreted as a wide solid absorption methane feature overlapped by the sharp features of the methane emission. We report the detection of gaseous methane and estimate its emitting area radius R, temperature T, and column density N as R = 2940 au,

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cm−2. According to the best fit, solid methane is mostly surrounded by CO2 rather than H2O. The residual analysis reveals the unassigned region at 1283–1297 cm−1 (7.71–7.79 μm), which is tentatively assigned to nitrous oxide (N2O) in various environments.
La fabrique des adolescent·es dans et par l’éducation sexuelle au Maroc
Authors: Gassim Zouhair
Published: January 2025

Résumé La société marocaine vit de profondes mutations au niveau des normes et pratiques en matière de sexualité. Les adolescent·es marocain·es se sont ainsi soumis·es à des pressions croissantes et contradictoires en matière de sexualité. D’un côté, les rapports sexuels sont perçus négativement et associés à la culpabilité, la peur et la maladie. D’un autre côté, les médias et les ami·es tendent à décrire ces mêmes rapports comme positifs, souhaitables et même comme un espace de concurrence. Après l'exploration des conceptions de 863 élèves adolescent·es marocain·es en matière d’éducation sexuelle, force est de constater que les normes instaurées par l’école sont en train de tomber en désuétude. Cela laisse la porte ouverte à d’autres discours, en l’occurrence les forces commerciales que représentent l’aspect commercial de l’internet, les médias, l’industrie pharmaceutique et la pornographie porteurs de contenu majoritairement erroné, inadapté et/ou inégalitaire.Ainsi, en l’absence d’une éducation sexuelle complète, nous privons les élèves/adolescent·es non seulement d’avoir des connaissances complètes et exactes scientifiquement et d’avoir de clefs de lecture ou de reflexes de mise à distance critique, mais aussi d’outils leur permettant de faire cohabiter leurs identités de musulmans avec les mutations sociales que connait la société marocaine en matière de sexualité.
Liability for Legal Defects of Digital Content and Digital Services From the Slovenian Law Perspective
Authors:   Faculty of Law, University of Ljubljana, Ljubljana, Slovenia, Damjan Matija
Published: January 2025

Digital content and digital services provided to consumers are often subject to third-party rights that may restrict the consumer’s use of the content or service. Under the Digital Content and Services Directive, Member States must provide consumers with remedies for lack of conformity if third-party rights prevent or limit the use of digital content or services in a manner contrary to the supply contract. Remedies for legal defects are defined analogously to the lack of material conformity of digital goods and services. However, the wording does not clarify the consumers’ rights in situations where they can still access the digital content or service but cannot do so without infringing third-party rights. Although the Directive aims for full harmonisation, it permits Member States to retain national rules that allow for the nullity or rescission of contracts in cases of legal defects. This paper examines which rules under Slovenian law of obligations may come into play.
El ciberpunk según los gatos: Agencias ahumanas en la inmersión ludonarrativa de Stray (2022)
Authors: Saldías Rossel Gabriel , Navarrete González Carolina
Published: January 2025

El presente artículo tiene por objetivo explorar las implicancias de la agencia no humana como mecanismo de interacción ludonarrativa en el videojuego Stray (2022), buscando esclarecer las relaciones de cooperación interespecie que en este se representan. El análisis se enfoca en determinar las dinámicas de cruce y vínculo que se fraguan entre entidades orgánicas e inorgánicas, estableciendo parentescos zootécnicos que cuestionan los preceptos conceptuales del posthumanismo crítico en contextos especulativos cyberpunk y ahumanos. Por último, interesa igualmente indagar respecto a las potenciales consecuencias que este tipo de interacciones puede tener en el videojugador y su propia caracterización agéntica.
A review of five years’ experience on the effect of fibers on the autogenous healing of Ultra High-Performance Fiber-Reinforced Concrete
Authors: Roig-Flores M. , Doostkami H. , Serna P.
Published: January 2025

Ultra High-Performance Fiber Reinforced Concrete (UHPFRC) is known for its enhanced self-healing abilities, attributed to its low water-to-cement ratio, high content of un-hydrated cement particles, and multi-cracking pattern. This study investigates the effect of different fiber types and contents on UHPFRC self-healing. Two UHPFRC mixes were evaluated: one with 65/35 3D steel fibers in a dosage of 40 kg/m³ and another with short straight-shaped steel fibers (13/0.2) in a dosage of 160 kg/m³. The self-healing performance was evaluated through crack closure and water permeability. In addition, resistance to chloride penetration was evaluated in healed cracks. Pre-cracked disk specimens with cracks between 100-450 μm were subjected to two healing conditions: water immersion at 20°C and exposure to a humidity chamber (20°C, 95% RH). The mix with higher fiber content (U160) obtained superior crack closure and healing efficiency, particularly under water immersion. For cracks smaller than 150 μm, U160 achieved nearly complete healing, while U40 achieved limited healing efficiency. In addition, water permeability and chloride penetration tests revealed that the U160 mix offered higher resistance to water and chloride penetration, emphasizing the role of fiber content and crack pattern in improving the self-healing and durability of UHPFRC.
An Integrated AI Specification to Improve Distance Learning
Authors: El Azhari Khadija , Hilal Imane , Daoudi Najima , Ajhoun Rachida
Published: January 2025

The distance learning domain has undergone an increasing interest in recent artificial intelligence (AI) technological innovations, aiming to improve the quality of learning while saving time, energy, and cost. Nevertheless, despite using these technologies, during the COVID-19 pandemic, distance learning actors, including tutors, content producers, and learners, encountered difficulties in learning through online sessions and virtual classrooms. They suffer from issues related to the availability of tutors and teachers, reliability of knowledge, restricted learner behavior, limited human interaction, and learners’ dropout. To address these challenges, this paper proposes the “PIKU” specification, focusing on four main requirements, particularly, 1) pedagogy, 2) inclusivity, 3) knowledge management, and 4) user-centricity. This specification aims to support learners, promote interaction, and foster collaboration while enhancing learners’ engagement. We propose providing reliable knowledge while ensuring equitable learning and prioritizing learners’ preferences, improving the overall learning experience. Furthermore, we illustrate the feasibility of the “PIKU” specification by proposing an educational system capable of automatically supporting learners. This system not only meets the “PIKU” requirements but also demonstrates its ability to promote an engaging and rich learning experience.
Research on Financial Risk Management of Wen's Enterprise Based on Factor Analysis Method
Authors: Chen Jiaxian , Gu Zhuotong , Peng Sixi , Zhang Yongliang
Published: January 2025

This study aims to improve the financial risk management level of listed livestock enterprises and selects Wen’s Group as the research object to assess its financial risk in four aspects: growth, profitability, operation, and debt repayment. The publicly disclosed data for the first quarter of 2017–2023 are analyzed by factor analysis, and the following conclusions are drawn: (1) From 2017 to 2020, the company’s financial composite score is basically stable but stays at a low level; (2) Wen’s enterprises have multidimensional problems in terms of growth, profitability, operation, and debt repayment; (3) it is recommended to improve the management of accounts receivable and inventories, increase the liquidity of assets, optimize asset utilization, and develop effective growth strategies. It is critical to conduct regular financial health checks to address issues and improve financial performance in a timely manner. In order to achieve transformation and upgrading, strengthen disease prevention and control, improve cooperative relationships with farmers, diversify investment risks, avoid policy risks, improve efficiency, and cope with emergencies, Wenzhou enterprises need to take effective measures.
Comment étudier la création culinaire dans la gastronomie ?
Authors: Zancanaro Frédéric
Published: January 2025

A partir de la question « comment les chefs imaginent ce qu’ils imaginent » ?, nous avons mis en place une méthodologie qui combine analyse interne et analyse externe des œuvres culinaires (analyse multidimensionnelle des œuvres culinaires contenues dans les cartes des restaurants tri-étoilés dans le guide Michelin, entretiens biographiques auprès de chefs triplement étoilés, observations terrains et consommations de mets in situ) permettant de saisir les propriétés sociales incorporées des chefs (les dispositions) et les propriétés sociales objectivées des contextes (les interactions). Le modèle proposé permet d’observer à l’échelle macrosociale (la gastronomie d’un pays) mais aussi à l’échelle microsociale (un chef) la fabrication des processus de création dans une société.
Assassin’s Creed dans la Bagdad abbasside. Enjeux de médiation et d’authenticité dans la mobilisation d’un jeu vidéo historique au musée
Authors: Lavenir Gabrielle
Published: January 2025

L’exposition de l’Institut du Monde Arabe sur la Bagdad abbasside mobilise le jeu vidéo « Assassin’s Creed : Mirage » et sa reconstitution de la ville au IXe siècle comme outil de médiation et de diffusion des connaissances historiques. Ce choix reflète l’entrée progressive des jeux vidéo dans les musées mais aussi la persistance du recours à la fiction historique pour proposer des reconstitutions du passé à des publics divers. L’exposition, ses choix muséographiques et le jeu qui la structure reflètent les enjeux et les débats relatifs au jeu vidéo historique, qu’il s’agisse de l’apprentissage, de la représentation ou de l’écriture de l’histoire.
Compte rendu du forum « Matrimoine : (pour) faire genre ? »
Authors: Delporte Olivia , Grasset Emmanuelle
Published: January 2025

Le 9 mars 2024 s’est tenu à la Philharmonie de Paris le forum « Matrimoine : (pour) faire genre ? », organisé en partenariat avec le Centre national de la musique (CNM). Ouvert par un entretien de l’historienne Michelle Perrot mettant en évidence l’absence des femmes d’une large partie du discours historique contemporain et la nécessité, de fait, de réécrire ce dernier, le forum était ensuite organisé autour de trois tables rondes animées par Emmanuel Laurentin (France Culture). Quelles modalités permettent d’expliquer l’oubli ou la silenciation des femmes ? Comment rebâtir le patrimoine féminin aujourd’hui ? Telles étaient notamment les questions discutées lors de cette journée centrée sur la notion de matrimoine, dans le champ de la musique comme celui de l’histoire de l’art et des savoirs, de l’édition, l’éducation, la recherche et la transmission.
Dépatrimonialisation et repatrimonialisation des mémoires coloniales locales
Authors: Zheng Shanshan , Wu Ziqi
Published: January 2025

Cet article explore, à travers une étude de cas, les formes et dynamiques de dé-patrimonialisation et de repatrimonialisation des mémoires coloniales au niveau local en Chine. Depuis les années 1990, la gestion des espaces coloniaux est devenue cruciale pour la valorisation patrimoniale et le développement local. Cette étude se concentre sur l’héritage colonial de Guangzhouwan dans les districts de Chikan et Xiashan, à Zhanjiang. Nous tentons de comprendre comment les héritages coloniaux, initialement perçus comme des mémoires « négatives », ont été progressivement transformés en atouts touristiques et culturels. L’étude examine les trajectoires de dépatrimonialisation et de repatrimonialisation en s’appuyant sur des enquêtes de terrain et des entretiens pour recueillir des témoignages oraux, réalisés entre 2013 et 2023, ainsi que sur l’analyse de divers documents d’archives couvrant la période de 1898 à 2024.
Evaluating the Impact of Bollywood's Promotional Strategies on Audience Engagement in the UAE
Authors: Pattanayak Sambhram Keshari , Khan Saad Ullah , Khan Sadaf , Srivastava Neharshi
Published: January 2025

This study critically evaluates the impact of Bollywood's promotional strategies in the UAE, a market characterized by a significant South Asian diaspora and a multicultural audience. Bollywood's promotional approach blends traditional media with digital platforms like YouTube and Instagram, successfully localizing its campaigns to align with regional preferences. Survey data from 433 respondents indicates that 58.1% perceive Bollywood's marketing as tailored to the UAE. Creative tactics, including star-driven promotions and visually compelling trailers, have significantly boosted audience engagement, with 49.5% of males and 46.8% of the total population acknowledging the positive influence on their viewing experience. Furthermore, Bollywood's adaptive responsiveness to audience feedback, noted by 49.5% of males and 45% of females, underscores its sustained relevance in a competitive global media landscape. This strategic adaptability not only reinforces Bollywood's entertainment value but also cements its role as a major cultural force within the UAE.
Ensuring Cinema's Success and Failing Audience
Authors: Shantharaju S. , Jyothi Aane
Published: January 2025

Screen violence has steadily increased in Indian cinema and has become a commercially lucrative aesthetic. The more Indian cinema portrays violence, the more success it registers, breaking the previous record set by yet another violent crime movie. The intended meaning of these successful violent productions and the screen messages perceived by the audience seem to echo each other, reinforcing specific dominant cultural values. While recording commercial success, these films completely rewire the essential Indian cinematic aesthetics cultivated over a century. This paper is a narrative commentary on the increased violence in Indian cinema in the last six years and attempts to point out the lost significance of other film genres. The arguments presented are drawn from a visual content analysis of 50 commercially successful films produced between 2018-23. The paper attempts to problematize the shrinking diverse audience and the increasing monolithic audience looking for a one-time screen experience rather than appreciating the cinema possibilities as a mass-appealing medium.
Exploring Early Film Audience Conceptualization
Authors: Güven Zühre Canay
Published: January 2025

This study critically examines the conceptualization of film audiences during the nascent years of film studies, specifically within the realms of university-supported initiatives, foundations, and market-based research. By juxtaposing these diverse approaches, it seeks to contribute to a nuanced understanding of the intersections and divergences in the conceptualization of the film audience during the early stages of film studies. Additionally, the research aims to explore and elucidate the points of convergence and divergence between administrative research and market research within the framework of film audience notions. This exploration provides valuable insights into the evolving landscape of audience studies in the cinematic realm, shedding light on the intricate dynamics that shaped early perspectives on film audiences.
Exploring Audience Sociology in the World of Film
Authors: Thakur Akshita , Muralidharan Srishti
Published: January 2025

The major premise of the chapter is to analyze the impact of films in shaping opinions, public perceptions, and social norms. The sociology of film is primarily engaged with the analysis of how films shape the audience perception which in turn affects society. The chapter demonstrates the role of demographic features in affecting the choices of individuals. Reception studies also examine the role of the films, in propagating the intended messages to the public. The convergence of various media platforms like television, mobile, and the internet has led to the increasing reach of films. Cinema can amuse viewers from across the world and create a distinct sphere from the real one, a world that offers an escape from the monotony of daily life. For a very long time, entertainment and cultural expression have been substantially supported by cinema, with its captivating narrative and immersing visuals. But the interaction between films and their viewers is dynamic and influenced by a wide range of social, cultural, and psychological elements.
Towards a New Paradigm of Ownership
Authors: Achour Zyed , Kaswan Mark , Ben Rejeb Wajdi
Published: January 2025

Employee Share Ownership (ESO) is emerging as a model redefining corporate ownership and labor relations, within the broader context of “shared capitalism.” Despite growing research, gaps remain in understanding its relationship with corporate governance and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). This chapter explores how ESO aligns employee interests with organizational goals, enhances governance, and fosters sustainable business models. It examines the theoretical foundations of ESO, its impact on governance, and its role in promoting CSR, addressing both benefits and challenges. The chapter also considers how ESO redefines capitalism and property rights, pushing towards more inclusive economic models. Finally, it discusses the integration of ESO with governance and CSR, and future research directions, highlighting its potential to create more equitable and responsible organizations.
Challenges and Opportunities for Sharing the Ownership in Peru
Authors: Cordova Miguel , López-Valladares Hellen
Published: January 2025

The world has been living its processes so fast that when it looks back over its shoulder, it realizes that there are many changes needed to fix the flaws and tensions created due to speeding, to include everyone in the promise of progressive growth and prosperity within the current economic system. This issue is more evident in emerging markets, where institutional weaknesses, informal economies, and insufficient resources are considerable. Hence, our chapter explores how feasible the implementation of mechanisms of shared capitalism, specifically Employee Ownership initiatives, could be achieved in Peru. The result of our discussion proposes that traditional companies would suffer from an enormous inertia towards more inclusive and participatory business models because of what they have been doing to overcome the local institutional voids, contrary to new social businesses that could represent the start point of the diffusion of Employee Ownership practices in the Peruvian business community.
Navigating Cultural Diversity With EDI Skills
Authors: Chai Zhanglin
Published: January 2025

In our increasingly interconnected world, recognizing and valuing cultural diversity is crucial for creating inclusive and equitable environments. This chapter seeks to delve into the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) and their significance in preparing students for diverse, multicultural settings. It will also emphasize the importance of professional development for staff, particularly those with multicultural backgrounds, to enhance their ability to succeed in transnational higher education contexts. This chapter will serve as a comprehensive guide for educational professionals, policymakers, and institutions aiming to improve staff competencies in a transnational environment. It will present a multi-faceted approach to staff development, encompassing theoretical frameworks, practical strategies, and real-world applications.
Digital Empowerment
Authors: Li Shuhan , Xia Ling , Beech Helen
Published: January 2025

Growing digitalization in higher education and the availability of advanced technologies like Generative AI require teachers to continually enhance their digital literacy to meet the demands of an evolving global higher education landscape. This presents both unprecedented opportunities for innovation in the classroom and significant challenges, including a gap in teachers' digital literacy levels and insufficient professional development support. This chapter discusses an initiative to enhance language teachers' digital competencies at a transnational university in China. Through detailed case studies, it highlights the challenges and successes of an in-house technology training and support system which has not only facilitated the enhancement of digital skills among language teachers but has also fostered an interactive learning atmosphere conducive to increasing student engagement. The chapter aims to encourage wider adoption of similar initiatives, thereby advancing the digital empowerment of educators across diverse educational landscapes.
Optimizing Stock Predictions With Bi-Directional LSTM and Levy Flight Fuzzy Social Spider Optimization (LFFSSO)
Authors: Raghunathan Deepa , Krishnamoorthi M.
Published: January 2025

Stock Market Prediction (SMP) has developed into a significant area of research, especially in recent decades. Major novelty of the work is to develop an Evolutionary Bidirectional Long Short-Term Memory (EBi-LSTM) framework depends on investors' sentiment in tweets to Stock Market (SM). In addition, three feature selectors: the Chi-Square Test (CST), Analysis Of VAriance (ANOVA) technique and Mutual Information (MI) method are introduced for the selecting most important features. Levy Flight Fuzzy Social Spider Optimization (LFFSSO) algorithm is used for optimal tuning of parameters in the Bi-LSTM classifier. EBi-LSTM algorithm has been worked on datasets like Twitter, Stock, Weather, and Coronavirus disease (COVID-19). The proposed model extends the Valence Aware Dictionary and sEntiment Reasoner (VADER), TextBlob, and robustly optimized Bidirectional Encoder Representations from Transformers Retraining Approach (RoBERTa) for sentiment analysis. Highest results of 88.26%, 90.43%, 89.33% and 92.63% for precision, recall, F1-score and accuracy has been attained by proposed system.
An Insight into Pavement Maintenance with Fiber Concrete Overlays
Authors: Shah Naseeb , Ali Majid
Published: January 2025

In the realm of civil engineering, scientists and engineers are striving to enhance the performance of Portland cement concrete (PCC) by incorporating organic waste materials, particularly wheat straw fibers. These fibers, alongside polymers, are key components in reinforcing cementitious concrete. They have been extensively studied and found to positively impact plain concrete, leading to the development of fiber-reinforced concrete (FRC). This study innovates construction through unique random fiber inclusion, diverse types, and addressing maintenance overlays of rigid pavements. This concept resembles a two-sided coin, with one side involving the random integration of fibers into the matrix, commonly seen in applications like Portland cement concrete pavement slabs and canal lining. Extensive research efforts were undertaken to gather insights into the significance of fiber composites in the field of construction. This literature review examines papers published by well-regarded publishers, encompassing the latest and essential research findings. Consequently, the primary aim of this study is to consolidate the outcomes and hurdles associated with fiber-reinforced composites for rigid pavement overlays, offering practical solutions to optimize concrete for enhanced pavement performance and sustainability. Our study's primary goal is to investigate the alterations in wheat straw fiber-reinforced concrete (WSFRC) materials through random fiber inclusion and explore the implications of different fiber types, mixing procedures, and construction challenges. A comprehensive literature review reveals three main objectives for incorporating fibers into concrete pavement overlays: enhancing mechanical properties, developing electrically conductive mixtures, and providing a sustainable solution for waste fiber management. This research paves the way for improving the performance and sustainability of concrete pavements in civil engineering.
A novel technique for reconstruction of onco-surgical partial glossectomy defects with platelet rich fibrin: a case report
Authors: Fernando D. P. C. , Masinghe K. M. , Ruwanpriya B. V. S.
Published: January 2025

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Health Care Ethics and Legal Issues: Navigating the Complexities of Nursing Practice
Authors: Madhavi A. V. Pramuditha
Published: January 2025

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The effects of nutritional supplementation on body mass index and CD4 count among adult people living with HIV AIDS on antiretroviral treatment in Conakry, Guinea
Authors: Sidibé Sidikiba , Delamou Alexandre , Kaba Mohamed L. , Magassouba Aboubacar S. , Samake Amara T. , Dongo Yao S.A. , Kadio Jean-Jacques O. , Dimio Sandouno S. , Camara Lansana M. , Babalola Stella
Published: January 2025

Whereas the HIV prevalence in Guinea is among the lowest in Africa, many PLHIV in Guinea are malnourished. This study assessed the effect of a nutritional supplementation program on body mass index and CD4 count among adult PLHIV on ART. Study participants were PLHIV who came for consultation in the study sites between May and July 2016. The data came from two sources: retrospectively from participants’ medical records and interviews at the time of recruitment into the study. About six months before they were recruited into the study, some of the PLHIV started to receive a monthly nutritional supplementation consisting of Corn-Soy Blend and oil. Analytic methods included bivariate and multivariable methods. The intervention increased the mean BMI by 7.4% and the average current CD4 count by 4.7% compared to nonintervention (P0.001). Programs in low resource settings should consider nutrition assistance as part of a comprehensive strategy to ensure optimal metabolic and immunological functions among PLHIV.
Health-related quality of life of individuals dealing with cancer in the Free State: A survey
Authors: Barnes Roline Y. , Bodenstein Karen , Nel Mariëtte
Published: January 2025

Background: Cancer is the main cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide, and its symptoms can affect an individual’s life holistically.Objectives: Our study aimed to determine the health-related quality of life (HRQoL) of individuals dealing with cancer in the Free State, South Africa.Method: A descriptive, cross-sectional study design utilising the standardised Functional Assessment of Cancer Therapy – General (FACT-G) questionnaire as well as a self-developed sociodemographic and general health information questionnaire was used in this study. The study was conducted at the Universitas Annex Oncology Clinic.Results: A total of 507 participants were conveniently sampled. The median age was 53 years with 73.8% being female. The FACT-G’s overall score ranged from 11.7 to 108, with a median of 76.7 (interquartile range [IQR] 63–89.5). The Social or Family Well-Being subscale indicated the highest median of 22.2 and the Emotional Well-Being subscale the lowest of 18. The Physical Well-Being subscale found that 61.8% of individuals felt forced to spend time in bed and 53.4% experienced nausea. The Functional Well-Being subscale showed that 70.3% of individuals accepted their illness and 51.6% enjoyed their life.Conclusion: Our study highlights the importance of using a clinical assessment tool to determine the influence of cancer on the individual’s HRQoL. Involvement of the individual’s family and friends during management, as well as identifying the need for psychosocial support, is crucial for positively influencing HRQoL.Clinical implications: The FACT-G is a valuable tool in guiding physiotherapists and other healthcare professionals with patients’ cancer-related treatment experiences.
The Essential Role of Physical Activity in Healthy Living and Cardiovascular Disease: A Narrative Review
Authors: Ozemek Cemal , Hardwick Joel
Published: January 2025

In its simplest definition, a healthy lifestyle is a way of living that lowers the risk of being seriously ill or dying early. There are many behaviors associated with living a healthy lifestyle, and understandably very few individuals in industrialized societies follow a lifestyle that facilitates the maintenance of an optimal body weight, physical activity (PA) levels, regular consumption of at least 5 portions of fruits and vegetables, abstain from smoking, and having moderate to no consumption of alcohol. To bring more attention to each of these elements, the American Heart Association identified 8 essential measures (PA, diet, blood glucose, weight, lipids, blood pressure, smoking status, and sleep quality) to maintain general and cardiovascular health. Following each of these behaviors and managing each of these measures drastically reduces one’s risk of developing cardiovascular disease (CVD). However, pursuing multiple behavior changes at once may prove to be burdensome to many individuals. Instead, selecting one and adding additional behaviors when ready is a preferred model. Among the various behaviors, PA has consistently been demonstrated to have numerous beneficial effects across physiologic systems. This review will therefore focus on the health benefits of PA and its role in CVD.
Percutaneous irreversible electroporation of renal cell carcinomas in an acquired solitary kidney: A primary study
Authors: Wang Ziyin , Huang Wei , Liu Jingjing , Liu Qin , Wang Qingbing , Wu Zhiyuan , Zhu Yu , Ding Xiaoyi , Wang Zhongmin
Published: January 2025

Objective:

To evaluate the postoperative complications and prognosis of renal cell carcinoma (RCC) in a solitary kidney after irreversible electroporation (IRE).

Materials and Methods:

A total of 8 patients with 9 RCCs in a solitary kidney treated with computed tomography (CT)-guided IRE from February 2017 to September 2020 were retrospectively analyzed. Follow-up included contrast-enhanced CT or magnetic resonance imaging examinations at 1 day, 1 week, 1 month, 3 months, 6 months, 12 months, and each year after IRE and the evaluation of the incidence of postoperative complications, renal function changes, local tumor recurrence, and metastasis.

Results:

Technical success was achieved in all 8 patients treated with IRE. No serious complications were observed. Recurrence or metastasis occurred in two patients. The renal function and hemoglobin values of the 8 patients before treatment and at the last follow-up showed no significant difference.

Conclusion:

IRE is a relatively effective, safe, and feasible treatment for RCCs in a solitary kidney, which improved the effective survival and quality of life of these patients.
Polatuzumab vedotin plus bendamustine and rituximab in relapsed/refractory diffuse large B-cell lymphoma: A phase III bridging study in Chinese patients
Authors: Song Yuqin , Zhang Qingyuan , Cai Qingqing , Song Yongping , Zhang Liling , He Pengcheng , Wang Li , Hirata Jamie , Musick Lisa , Deng Rong , Liu Wenxin , Wang Xin , Zhu Jun
Published: January 2025

Background:

Patients with transplant-ineligible relapsed/refractory diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (R/R DLBCL) have limited treatment options and poor outcomes.

Methods:

This phase III study (NCT04236141) evaluated the efficacy and safety of polatuzumab vedotin plus bendamustine and rituximab (Pola+BR) versus BR in Chinese patients with transplant-ineligible R/R DLBCL to support regulatory submission in China. Patients were randomized 2:1 to receive Pola+BR or placebo+BR. The primary endpoint was complete response (CR) at the end of treatment (EOT) by positron emission tomography–computed tomography.

Results:

Overall, 42 patients were analyzed (Pola+BR, n = 28; placebo+BR, n = 14). At data cutoff (July 12, 2021; median follow-up: 7.5 months), CR at EOT was 25.0% (7/28) with Pola+BR and 14.3% (2/14) with placebo+BR, 10.7% difference [95% confidence interval (CI): –19.0, 40.4]. The median investigator-assessed progression-free survival was 4.6 (95%CI: 3.1–6.4) months with Pola+BR and 2.0 (95% CI: 1.9–4.6) months with placebo+BR, with a 50% reduction in risk of progression or death (unstratified hazard ratio: 0.50; 95% CI: 0.24–1.05). The median overall survival was 10.6 [95% CI: 5.5–not evaluable (NE)] and 6.5 (95% CI: 6.0–NE) months, with a 45% reduction in risk of death. The incidence of Grade 3–4 adverse events was similar between Pola+BR (20/27 patients, 74.1%) and placebo+BR arms (11/14 patients, 78.6%).

Conclusions:

Efficacy findings were consistent with results of the GO29365 study (NCT02257567); treatment with Pola+BR led to clinically meaningful improvements in response rates in Chinese patients with transplant-ineligible R/R DLBCL with no new safety signals.
Aberrant Presentation of Canalis Sinuosus: A Rare Case Report
Authors: Agarwal Akshay , Nair Preeti P , Shivakumar Ganiga Channaiah , Bhambal Annette
Published: January 2025

The intraosseous path of the anterior superior alveolar nerve (ASAN) and vessels known as canalis sinuosus (CS) can present as a tortuous channel along the infraorbital region and walls of maxillary sinus. This usually terminates in the anterior maxilla in the palatal region through small accessory foramina. These kinds of aberrant neurovascular structures in the anterior maxilla carry potential risk of iatrogenic injuries and associated complications. This article describes bilateral CS with a rare presentation of large palatal foraminal opening along with anastomosis between left and right CS.
Metal Strip Entrapment as a Rare Trigger for Sialolithiasis in Left Stensen’s Duct – A Case Report
Authors: Christy Winnifred A. , Devathambi T Jones Raja , Vimali JA Evangeline Nesa
Published: January 2025

Foreign body-induced sialolithiasis is a relatively rare but clinically significant phenomenon. Here, we report the removal of foreign body induced sialolith in the Stenson’s duct in a 35-year-old female who presented with swelling, pain in the left parotid gland, and pus discharge in the left Stenson’s duct. Clinical and imaging findings confirmed a metal strip entrapped within the calculi occluding the Stensons duct. The aim of the article is to highlight the significance of the foreign body as a potential trigger for sialolithiasis and emphasize the prompt diagnosis and appropriate management.
Morphometric and Morphological Assessment of Crista Galli in Gender Determination – A CBCT Study
Authors: Govindraju Poornima , Pachipulusu Balaji , Girish HC
Published: January 2025

Context:

Gender determination using crista galli (CG).

Aims:

To estimate the morphometric and morphological characters of CG in cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) scans and to evaluate its relation with gender determination.

Settings and Design:

A Retrospective Study.

Methods and Material:

In total, 281 (112 males and 169 females) CBCT images were analyzed, and the height, length, and width of CG were calculated. The morphological types according to the position of CG based on the base of the cribriform plate and the shape of the CG were assessed. Pneumatization of CG was investigated.

Statistical Analysis Used:

ROC curve analysis was used to predict the gender; descriptive analysis and independent student t-test were used to compare mean values of CG morphometric parameters with gender; and the Chi-square test was used to analyze the presence of pneumatization and morphological classification of CG.

Results:

The most common types of Keros were type II, type III, and type I; the teardrop type was seen more frequently, followed by tubular and ossified types. Pneumatization was present in 4.3% of the patients. The study showed a significant relationship between morphometric measurements and gender, with an accuracy of 60% in gender determination when height was considered and 58% accuracy when the width of CG was considered. The morphological characters of CG showed no significant relationship with gender.

Conclusion:

The morphometric and morphological characters of CG can be evaluated using CBCT images, and these characters can be used in gender determination.
Cone-Beam Computed Tomographic Evaluation of Prevalence and Internal Dental Morphology of Radix Entomolaris and Paramolaris in Mandibular First and Second Molars—A Retrospective Study
Authors: Biswas Mousumi , Mazumdar Dibyendu , Agarwala Siddhi , Saha Kallol K. , Dutta Kaushik
Published: January 2025

Background:

Failure to identify root canal variations (such as extra roots) leads to poor prognosis of endodontic therapy. The prevalence of the same should be known to the clinicians.

Aim:

To evaluate the prevalence of radix entomolaris (RE) and radix paramolaris (RP) and its anatomic variations in mandibular first and second molars in a tertiary care center in Kolkata, using cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT).

Materials and Methods:

Analysis of 305 CBCT scans (126 males and 179 females; mean age 24.72 ± 8.14 years) was done to evaluate 1220 molars (610 mandibular first molars (MFM) and 610 mandibular second molars (MSM)) to detect radix. Sex, unilateral/bilateral presentation, classification, root canal length, configuration, curvature, and inter-orifice distance were recorded. The results were analyzed with Chi-square test.

Result:

The overall prevalence of radix entomolaris was found to be 2.8% (n = 35), in mandibular first molars—5.4% (n = 33), in mandibular second molars—0.32% (n = 2); higher in females (n = 20) (P = 0.25). Nine scans showed unilateral occurrence, and 13 showed bilateral presentation (P = 0.26). The radix showed typically shorter roots, with root divergence and curvatures, and increased intra-orifice distance. All radices had Vertucci’s Type 1 configuration. Type A radix entomolaris was found to be most prevalent—60% (n = 21), followed by Type AC—20% (n = 7).

Conclusion:

The results of this study recommend modifying the access cavity preparation, using magnification, and encourage the use of advanced radiographic techniques like cone-beam computed tomography whenever radix is suspected.