bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Hepatics from Rovno amber (Ukraine). 14. Lejeunea aristovii sp. nov. and Odontoschisma dimorphafrom Belokorovychi
Authors: Mamontov Yuriy S. , Schäfer-Verwimp Alfons , Feldberg Kathrin , Vasilenko Dmitry V. , Legalov Andrei A. , Perkovsky Evgeny E.
Published: December 2024

A study of Rovno amber has revealed two fossil leafy liverwort species of the genera Lejeunea and Odontoschisma (Marchantiophyta), which are new to the late Eocene flora of Rovno amber. One of these species, Odontoschisma dimorpha, is known from Baltic and Bitterfeld amber, whereas the other species, Lejeunea aristovii, is described here as new. Lejeunea aristovii differs from the most similar Paleogene species of that family, Cheilolejeunea latiloba, in the shape of its leaves and underleaves.
Property taxation in the field of water transport
Authors: Krainova Vera V.
Published: December 2024

Property taxation in the water transport sector is one of the levers for increasing the return on assets, which is important for improving the efficiency and competitiveness of the transport industry. The study comprehensively analyzed the tax base and the structure of charges for property tax and transport tax, considered the dynamics of property tax revenues by type of economic activity "Water Transport" for 2020-2023, presented an analysis of taxation elements taking into account the industry focus. Particular attention is paid to the analysis of tax incentives. The high capital intensity of water transport determines the need to prevent double taxation of the fleet - property tax and transport tax. The author proposes a methodological justification for the introduction of an additional industry benefit for transport tax.
Modern methods of traction maintenance of river freight trains
Authors: Urtmintsev Yuriy N.
Published: December 2024

The article considers modern methods of traction maintenance of freight trains in river transport. The main attention is paid to the operation of river heavy-duty trains. The study is based on information on the movement of the fleet in the Volga and Kama basins. Based on the results of the analysis, the forms of traction maintenance of tonnage used in practice are presented. To assess the interaction of pushers and non-self-propelled vessels, quantitative parameters were used that characterize the degree of traction assignment to the tonnage and the frequency of change of the barges of the train during operation. Factors limiting the possibility of shipping companies to choose rational schemes for traction service of river trains in modern conditions are identified.
Feasibility of using Cortical Bone as an Ultrasound Reflector to Investigate the Relationship between Fast and Slow Waves and Porosity: A 2D Simulation Study
Authors: Abd Wahab Muhamad Amin , Sudirman Rubita , Mahmood Nasrul Humaimi , Sayed Daud Syarifah Noor Syakiylla , Airij Gul Awais Gul
Published: December 2024

In the context of the ultrasound pulse-echo (PE) technique, extracting distinct fast and slow waves presents challenges due to their frequent overlap and interference with unwanted scattering waves within cancellous bone. This study aims to explore the viability of utilizing cortical bone as an ultrasound reflector for investigating correlations between fast and slow waves and porosity. Employing a 2-Dimensional (2D) simulation approach, diverse porosity levels within 2D cancellous bone models alongside cortical bone are examined. The bandlimited deconvolution method is applied to isolate fast and slow waves from the original waves. The correlation coefficient is used to compare the result between the original, fast, and slow waves. Results indicate enhanced correlations of fast (R2fast = 0.78) and slow (R2slow = 0.76) waves with porosity compared to the original waveform (R2original = 0.45). Incorporating fast and slow wave analyses could potentially enhance porosity estimation accuracy through the PE ultrasound measurements technique.
Artificial Intelligence in Education: A Systematic Review of Machine Learning for Predicting Student Performance
Authors: Ab Rahman Noor Fadzilah , Wang Shir Li , Ng Theam Foo , Ghoneim Amr S.
Published: December 2024

Artificial Intelligence is increasingly being employed in education, specifically through machine learning techniques, to improve the quality of education and refine teaching and learning methods. Despite its positive impacts on education quality and social life, machine learning technology poses ethical and practical concerns, especially in predicting student performance. To address these concerns, this study conducts a systematic literature review on machine learning technology for predicting student performance, analysing 51 relevant articles from Scopus and Science Direct databases between 2019 and 2023 using the PRISMA method. The findings reveal that the primary motivation for employing machine learning in educational institutions is to improve predictive accuracy, identify early interventions, and optimise decision-making processes. Supervised machine learning approaches such as Decision Trees, Linear Models, and Neural Networks are commonly used. However, machine learning techniques encounter challenges such as overfitting, scalability, and generalizability, which may impact education practices' fairness, accountability, and transparency. The study provides valuable insights into the benefits of machine learning, ethical considerations, and practical recommendations to guide stakeholders, including educators, researchers, policymakers, and administrators, in navigating the convergence of artificial intelligence and education. These insights emphasise the critical need for equitable model implementation, data collection, and decision-making to mitigate bias in real-world educational settings.
Innovative Mobile Solutions for Elevating Restroom Maintenance in Malaysian Shopping Malls
Authors: Wee Bui Lin Wee , Wang Hui Hui , Gan Poh Yin , Chai Soo See
Published: December 2024

Public toilets, crucial for our basic physiological needs, are often plagued by inadequate maintenance and poor hygiene, further exacerbated by their communal nature, which increases the risk of pathogen contamination, including SARS-CoV-2. Restroom hygiene significantly influences consumer choices and satisfaction when selecting shopping malls, impacting in-store spending. Furthermore, facility managers consistently identify restrooms as challenging to maintain. In Malaysia, public toilet cleanliness has long been a concern, with 20% receiving low ratings due to inadequate maintenance. Unfortunately, limited attention and resources are allocated to address these ongoing issues, as many mall restrooms still rely on inflexible paper-based management methods. Despite some technological solutions being introduced for public toilet management, they remain relatively novel and expensive in Malaysia, posing budgetary constraints for mall operators. Therefore, cost-effective solutions take precedence when implementing a new toilet management system. This research introduces an innovative, budget-friendly mobile-based system featuring an interactive panel with Raspberry Pi technology to revolutionize shopping mall toilet management. This mobile application allows supervisors to efficiently schedule cleanings, monitor progress, and assess cleanliness based on user feedback. Cleaning staff can promptly respond to user requests via the app, and users can request services and rate conditions. Usability tests reveal that 81% of users are satisfied with the system, meeting their expectations and enhancing operational efficiency. This comprehensive system facilitates effective communication among cleaning supervisors, cleaners, and users, ensuring consistently satisfactory restroom conditions. It promotes hygiene standards in shopping malls, which positively impacts both consumer perceptions and business outcomes for the malls.
Technological Drivers and Barriers for Digital Twin Adoption in the Malaysian Construction Industry
Authors: Esa Muneera , Munianday Praveena , Asim Jahanzeb
Published: December 2024

Digital twin (DT) technology can potentially boost project performance and decision-making across various industries, including construction. However, the Malaysian construction sector encounters various barriers to its implementation. This paper aims to explore the barriers and drivers associated with the adoption of digital twin technology in Malaysia’s construction industry. Specifically, it aims to identify obstacles to adoption and propose technological drivers that could facilitate its integration into construction practices. A total of 23 journal articles were meticulously reviewed using the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) statement. In addition, data from 97 responses collected from G7 construction professionals were analysed using the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS). The study uncovers various barriers hindering the adoption of digital twin technology in the Malaysian construction industry. These barriers include financial uncertainties, technological complexity, lack of standardisation, cyber security concerns and issues related to intellectual property rights. Furthermore, barriers arise from the novelty of the technology, the diversity of source systems, and interoperability issues. Moreover, the study categorizes the identified drivers into distinct categories and sub-themes, focusing on principles, production, operational performance and preservation. The findings indicate that overcoming these barriers and utilising the identified factors could accelerate the implementation of digital twin technology in the Malaysian construction industry. This study adds to the existing knowledge base and provides insights to encourage the spread of digital twin technology in Malaysia.
Evaluation of SongketChain: A Framework to Protect Unique Cultural Product using Blockchain Technology
Authors: Abdullah Johari , Muhammad Harris Irwan Muhammad Hassif Imran , Khan Adnan Shahid , Khan Nayeem Ahmad
Published: December 2024

The traditional art of Songket weaving in Sarawak, Malaysia, embodies a rich cultural heritage that has faced threats from counterfeit practices, undermining the authenticity and economic value of this artisan craft. In response, this research introduces SongketChain, a blockchain-based framework aimed at preserving the originality and enhancing the traceability and transparency of Songket production. By leveraging both public and private blockchain technologies, SongketChain offers a novel approach to securing pattern rights and supply chain logistics, ensuring that each Songket product's journey from weaver to consumer is documented and verifiable. This study evaluates the effectiveness of SongketChain through a comparative analysis of blockchain platforms and consensus algorithms, highlighting the framework's potential to mitigate counterfeit issues and support the sustainable development of the Songket market. The findings demonstrate that blockchain technology can play a crucial role in protecting cultural heritage, offering a replicable model for other traditional crafts facing similar challenges. This research contributes to the discourse on the application of blockchain in cultural preservation and supply chain management, laying the groundwork for future explorations into its broader implications for the artisan sector. Quantitatively, the study showcases a 100% improvement in transparency and traceability across the Songket supply chain, effectively integrating over 12 unique data points per product to authenticate and secure the Songket production process from inception to customer delivery.
Multi-Criteria Decision-Making in SMEs Venture Capital Allocation: Analytic Hierarchy Process and Double Auction Approach
Authors: Muhamad Adnan Muhamad Hariz , Abadi Satria , Jatiningrum Citrawati , Hanafi Hafizul Fahri , Binti Mohd Zulkefli Nurul Akhmal , Dewi Deshinta Arrova
Published: December 2024

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) make a significant contribution to the economy and can reduce the unemployment rate. To improve their success, SMEs often need outside support, such as venture capital or other sources of financing. For governments, private investors, and banks to provide financial support, it is important to identify relevant criteria to evaluate the future success of SMEs. To evaluate SMEs and allocate venture capital effectively, this study proposes a multi-criteria decision-making technique that combines the Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP) and the double auction method. The double auction approach is used to match SMEs with investors based on their AHP scores and funding needs. The AHP is used to assess the importance of various factors that influence SME success. This study aims to support an effective and informed decision-making process for the distribution of venture capital to SMEs by bringing these two methods together to promote their growth and success.
SOME FEATURES OF THE CRIMINOLOGICAL CHARACTERISTICS OF THE IDENTITY OF THE ORGANIZER OF THE FINANCIAL PYRAMID
Authors: Hakimullina Rezeda
Published: December 2024

Introduction: The article is devoted to the study of the identity of the criminal – the organizer of activities to attract funds and (or) other property (financial pyramid).
Materials and Methods: The methodology of the study was general and special methods: comparative and legal, statistical etc. The study materials were the norms of the criminal legislation of the Russian Federation, scientific literature, statistical data of the Main Information and Analytical Center of MIA of Russia, Judicial Department under the Supreme Court of the Russian Federation, the published materials of the Bank of Russia.
Results: Based on the study of statistical data, the author compiled a criminological portrait of the identity of the criminal – the organizer of activities to attract funds and (or) other property (financial pyramid).
Discussions and Conclusions: the author identified social and demographical figures, social status, and moral and psychological properties of the criminal committing a crime of the category under consideration.
PREVENTION OF ROAD SAFETY OFFENCES: ISSUES OF LEGAL REGULATION
Authors: Kazachenok Viktoriya
Published: December 2024

Introduction: the author analyses regulatory framework on the prevention of traffic accidents and traffic offences in Russia; highlights the instrumental role of federal target oriented programs to ensure road safety.

Materials and Methods: federal laws and subordinate laws regulating activity to prevent traffic offenses, traffic statistics, scientific publications on the issue were the research materials. Method of system analysis, law interpretation, dialectical, legal, logical and other methods were the research methods.

Results: outlining the main directions of state policy traffic accidents prevention the author notes the constant improvement of legal framework directed at road traffic casualty prevention. Coupled with this, there appears to be a lack of legal regulations requiring its urgent resolving.

Discussion and Conclusions: basing on the carried study of legal regulation of traffic offenses prevention the author suggests proposals to improve the legislation. The author therefore considers that challenges in road safety require comprehensive solution. Only such an approach will allow to reduce traffic accidents and traffic offenses.
WAYS TO IMPROVE INTERNATIONAL LEGAL ASSISTANCE IN CRIMINAL CASES IN THE RUSSIAN FEDERATION
Authors: Bogatkina Rufiya
Published: December 2024

Introduction: the author examines the factors that enhance the efficacy of legal assistance in criminal cases, identifies concerns and features in a preliminary investigation when international cooperation of law enforcement agencies is required, and elucidates the primary reasons for the incompatibility between domestic law and international law. In light of the findings of the study, the author puts forth suggestions for future development in this field and recommendations for enhancing the efficacy of the preliminary investigation body.

Materials and Methods: the study was based on an analysis of international treaties and agreements, regulatory acts, and the proceeding papers of the subject. The author employed a dialectical, comparative legal and legal methodology.

Results: the findings indicate that international legal instruments regulating legal assistance in criminal cases are comprehensive in nature. However, an analysis of the legal acts suggests that this area is not without shortcomings and requires comprehensive and coherent enhancement. Furthermore, there is a discrepancy between the practices of law enforcement in international criminal proceedings and the realities of the modern world. To address these shortcomings, the author proposes that Russian education should be oriented towards training specialists who meet the demands of the contemporary era. The author suggests the introduction of specialized courses in foreign criminal law and procedural law.

Discussion and Conclusions: it is imperative that a codification of mutual legal assistance be established. Domestic codification is feasible through the enactment of a specific law or the amendment of existing criminal and criminal procedural legislation. The author's perspective is that the enactment is a more preferable course of action for the Russian Federation.

In order to enhance the efficiency and efficacy of the investigative work conducted by the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Russian Federation, it is essential to implement measures that facilitate international cooperation.

1. It is imperative to guarantee precise adherence to the stipulations set forth in regulatory documents.

2. It is imperative to establish personal accountability of the pertinent managerial personnel for the organisation of work in this domain.

3. It is recommended that additional training be conducted within the framework of the official training programme, with the adoption of credits for the study of international cooperation norms and the criminal procedure legislation of the Russian Federation.
Case-by-Case Means to Counteract Suicidal Behaviour In Russian Criminal Law
Authors: Veliev Artem
Published: December 2024

Introduction: the author states that anti suicidal norms in the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation are not limited by Articles 110 – 1102 but involve other – “casual” or case-by-case” – means to prevent suicidal behavior that impact on the definition of the acts in the event of the committing suicide by the victim. Bearing in mind that these norms nave not been analyzed, the purpose of the study is to fill the gap in the legal doctrine.

Materials and Methods: the author used general and juridical research methods, namely, dogmatic, system, and logical. During the study the author used legal acts, court acts, court decisions, studies of legal academics, as well as poll results (594 criminal law practitioners).

Results: during the course of the present research the author considers controversial issues related to the qualification of crimes for which suicide is not a constituent element, but, however, a factor that affects their juridical appraisal. Based on the results of the study, the author suggests some guidelines for legal practitioners.

Discussion and Conclusions: the author concludes that casual means of counteracting suicidal behaviour take place both in the General and in the Special Part of the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation. Most often they take the form of the “grave consequences” aggravating factor. Despite the fact that this understanding has become widespread in practice, a number of controversial issues related to it remain unresolved and require answers at the level of the Plenum of the Supreme Court of the Russian Federation.
Criminal victimization of the elderly in the Republic of Belarus and the Russian Federation
Authors: Vishnevskaya Tatiana
Published: December 2024

Introduction: the article presents a comprehensive study of the victimological aspect of gerontological crime in the Republic of Belarus and the Russian Federation. It is situated within the framework of an analysis of the main criminological indicators, with the aim of developing theoretical and applied provisions of criminological characterisation of crime against older persons.

Materials and Methods: the study was informed by a methodological approach that drew upon the dialectical-materialistic method of scientific cognition, universal scientific methods (analysis, synthesis, and comparison), and a range of specialized methods (including historical, logical, legal, and sociological). The criminal legislation of Belarus and Russia, as well as the legislation pertaining to law enforcement, were subjected to analysis. Additionally, statistical data pertaining to the number of elderly individuals and the prevalence of crime against the elderly, along with judicial practice and materials from criminal cases, were examined.

Results contribute to the existing body of scientific knowledge about crime against older persons by offering new insights and recommendations. The objective of this study is to achieve and maintain the maximum degree of protection of the interests of the individual, society and the state from crime. The findings can be used to enhance law enforcement and law enforcement activities of various subjects engaged in crime prevention.

Discussion and Conclusions: the victimological safety of elderly citizens is a necessary condition for ensuring constitutional legality and law and order in the state. Given their status as a link between the past, future and present, older people require special care, respect, a meaningful status, protection and assistance from society to enable them to enjoy positive and active longevity.
Comparison of Mid-Long Term Results of Cervical Cage and Cervical Disc Prosthesis in Patients with Single Level Cervical Disc Herniation
Authors: Kına Hakan , Bozyiğit Bülent
Published: December 2024

Aim: Continuous advancements in technology have facilitated the maintenance of spinal biomechanical properties, emphasizing the preservation of functional spinal segments. Therefore, this study focuses on comparing the mid- to long-term outcomes of cervical cage and cervical disc prosthesis (CDP) in patients with single-level cervical disc herniation.
Material and Method: This study included 51 patients diagnosed with cervical disc herniation. Among these, 25 underwent CDP, while 26 received a cervical cage. The mean follow-up period was 7.3 years. All surgeries were performed between 2021 and 2022 at a hospital in Türkiye. It was ensured that none of the patients had a prior history of spinal surgery. The demographics of the two groups were comparable. Radiographic evaluations and clinical outcomes were assessed, focusing on degenerative changes, cervical spine motion, and radicular pain in both groups.
Results: The mean age in the CDP group was 46 years, compared to 43 years in the cervical cage group. Recurrent cervical pain was observed in only one patient in the CDP group, whereas it was reported in eight patients in the cervical cage group over the 7.3-year follow-up period.
Conclusion: In conclusion, CDP was found to be a more effective treatment compared to cervical cage in patients with cervical disc herniation.
Tinjauan Yuridis Pelaksanaan Perjanjian Sewa-Menyewa Kapal Untuk Pengangkutan Batu Bara
Authors: Febriyanti Valentina , Kurnia Ida
Published: December 2024

The Gracious Code and the Commercial Code have given legitimate rules for the execution of rent understandings, particularly for the usage of transport rent assentions, but within the execution of this transport rent assention not everything went well. This is often since the activities of the parties included in this assention carry out their execution not in understanding with the assention that has been made. From activities that are not in agreement with the understanding that has been made, this may lead to default on the execution of the transport constitution assention. This investigate points to discover out the legitimate rules with respect to the usage of the dispatch rent understanding for the transportation of coal have satisfied or not satisfied and to discover out the reasons for defaults happening within the execution of the transport rent assention for the transportation of coal. The strategy utilized is regulating juridical with a statutory approach, utilizing essential information from appropriate directions and auxiliary information from pertinent lawful writing. Through subjective investigation, this investigate looks for to supply a more profound understanding of the lawful directions of the Gracious Code and the Commercial Code as a legitimate premise within the execution of transport constitution assentions which in their usage are frequently found to have defaults committed by the parties included within the constitution understanding. With this understanding, it is trusted that it can distinguish that the lawful rules with respect to this dispatch constitution agreement have been satisfied and give data with respect to the reasons why defaults can happen within the usage of the transport constitution understanding.
Neutrosophic modules over modules
Authors: Hummdi Ali Yahya , Elrawy Amr , Temraz Ayat A.
Published: December 2024

A module represents a fundamental and complicated algebraic structure associated with a particular binary operation in algebraic theory. This paper introduces a new class of neutrosophic sub-module and neutrosophic R-sub-module. We extend the basic definitions in this area for the first time. Various properties of a neutrosophic R-sub-module are studied in different classes of rings. Moreover, various definitions of direct product and homomorphism of neutrosophic R-sub-modules are discussed, and results are provided.
Podobe starosti v slikarstvu Ivane Kobilca
Authors: Vignjevič Tomislav
Published: December 2024

Slikarka Ivana Kobilca je ustvarila vrsto slik in študij s tematiko starosti, tako da je ohranjenih več kot petindvajset del, na katerih so upodobljeni starejši. Gre za pomemben segment avtoričinega opusa, ki priča o njenem živem interesu za podobe starejših ljudi. Te podobe na njenih slikah lahko žanrsko najpogosteje umestimo med karakterne študije glave ali poprsij, pri katerih je slikarka izkazala značilno in zelo izrazito realistično nagnjenje k natančnemu, lahko rečemo psihološko poglobljenemu preučevanju fiziognomij starih ljudi. Njen interes, skratka, presega spodbude v tem žanru, ki jih je dobila v času študija v Münchnu, in priča o njeni senzibilni naravnanosti do motivike starosti.
Effectiveness of Homemade Turmeric Mask in Reducing Chloasma Faciei Among Women at Selected Villages, Kolar, Karnataka, India
Authors: Gayathri K. V. , Divya G. A.
Published: December 2024

Background:

Chloasma faciei is a patchy macular hyperpigmentation of the face that usually affects women of reproductive age, most often after childbirth. Melanoma cells produce more melanin in response to several aggravating factors. A study was conducted to discover the effectiveness of the homemade turmeric mask for chloasma faciei.

Materials and Methods:

A pretest, posttest, control group, and design study was conducted on 100 women (50 experimental group and 50 control group) who fulfilled the inclusion criteria at selected villages. The data were gathered from women who had cholasma faciei using a standardized Melasma Area and Severity Index (MASI) scale and digital photography using a one-to-one technique. Followed by, the application of a homemade facial turmeric mask for the experimental group, which was prepared instantly and administered for 10 min, Every alternate day the treatment was given for 2 months. After 60 days, using the MASI scale and digital photography the score was calculated in both the experimental and control groups. Data were calculated and analyzed.

Results:

The major findings revealed that in the experimental group, the post-intervention value showed that the area of involvement was 0.0023 less than the pre-intervention score of 0.0052. Darkness was 0.0015, which was lesser than the pre-intervention score of 0.0037, in homogeneity the pre-intervention score of 0.0083 was greater than a post-intervention score of 0.0014. In the control group, there was no change in the pre- and post-intervention scores.

Conclusion:

This study concludes that homemade turmeric masks were effective in reducing chloasma faciei.
Strategies for Prevention of Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography-induced Pancreatitis with Special Reference to Hydration Therapy
Authors: Anupa Dheeraj Kumar , Balakrishnan Mahadevan , Venkataraman Jayanthi
Published: December 2024

Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) carries a post-ERCP pancreatitis (PEP) rate of 2%–10%, which can be as high as 30%–50% in high-risk cases. PEP is severe in up to 5% of cases, with potentially life-threatening complications, including peripancreatic fluid collections, multiorgan failure, and even death in up to 1% of cases. The risk of PEP is potentially predictable and can be modified with pharmacological measures and endoscopy. This review covers the risk factors for PEP, with a focus on the preventive strategies that include pharmacotherapy, fluid therapy, and endotherapy. Novel predictors for PEP have also been reviewed.
A Study of Immunohistochemical Markers in Colorectal Carcinoma with Biomarkers Cyclooxygenase 2, Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor, BRAF, and Microsatellite Instability Panel: A Prospective Study
Authors: Rajan Swaminathan , Amarapathy Sivasankar , Durairajan Somasekar
Published: December 2024

Background:

Colorectal cancer (CRC) is a common heterogeneous disease, a worldwide major public health problem with increasing morbidity and mortality. Numerous exogenous and endogenous factors are involved in colorectal malignancies: age, sex, diet, smoking, alcohol consumption, intestinal microbiota, genetic factors, and ability of host immune system to respond. CRC does not represent a single pathological entity, rather a heterogeneous group of diseases arising through various molecular pathways that influence individual susceptibility to cancer, and have the potential to determine responsiveness or resistance to antitumor agents.

Materials and Methods:

The present study analysed the distribution, histopathology, and immunohistochemically in 30 cases of colorectal malignancy. A prospective study of 30 cases of colorectal malignancies and molecular markers such as Cyclooxygenase 2, Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor, BRAF, and Microsatellite Instability Panel correlating with clinicopathological features of the tumour was done from April 2022 to June 2023.

Results:

Among the markers COX 2 is not statistically significant but MSH 2 with MSH6 and MLH1 positivity; MSH 6 with MSH 2 and MLH 1 positivity; MLH 1 with grade of tumour, MSH 2 and MSH 6 positivity; BRAF with Lympho-vascular invasion, Perineural invasion, EGFR positivity; EGFR with BRAF positive are statistically significant with chi square test.

Conclusion:

Thus, among the markers studied MSH 2, MSH 6, MLH 1, EGFR and BRAF can be used to assess the prognostic significance and planning for chemotherapy in colorectal cancers.
Perioperative Management of an Unusual Case of Dual Etiology Myopathy Undergoing Surgery for an Adrenal Tumor
Authors: Satapathy Himanshu Sekhar , Gera Sakshi , Sehgal Lalit
Published: December 2024

Perioperative care of patients with muscular dystrophy can be challenging. The authors hereby present the successful management of a patient with dual-cause muscular weakness who presented to our institute for adrenalectomy. The patient, a 33-year-old diabetic, hypertensive male, was a diagnosed case of limb–girdle muscular dystrophy. He presented with progressive deterioration of muscular weakness. During workup, he was diagnosed with a cortisol-secreting adrenal mass which contributed to existing myopathy and caused profound muscular weakness. The perioperative course was further complicated by intraoperative massive blood loss and arrhythmias. In patients with dual-cause myopathy, quality of life gets improved after treating the reversible cause. In patients with such complicating features presenting for a major surgery, detailed preanesthesia evaluation, preoperative optimization, and vigilant perioperative care along with multidisciplinary approach helped in successful outcome.
Congenital Corrected Transposition of Great Arteries in Adults with Varied Presentation
Authors: Kotasthane Akshay Narendra , Malani Susheel K. , Sridevi Chigullapalli , Nalawade Digvijay D
Published: December 2024

Congenital corrected transportation of great arteries (ccTGA) is a rare congenital heart disease, accounting for < 1% of congenital heart diseases. It remains undiagnosed until adulthood, in the absence of associated congenital anomalies. Adults with ccTGA are usually asymptomatic or their diagnosis may be missed during initial evaluation. It is sometimes diagnosed inadvertently while evaluating a murmur or a low heart rate. We aim to report three cases of ccTGA with varied presentations. We presented three cases of ccTGA with varied presentation, two cases of complete heart block requiring permanent pacemaker, out of which one had situs inversus totalis with levocardia, the other had situs solitus. The 3rd case was presented as case of ccTGA with heart failure with viseroarterial situs solitus, large atrial septal defect, large inlet ventricular septal defect, and severe pulmonary stenosis and had undergone bidirectional Glenn shunt. These cases illustrate the challenges confronted in adult practices when patient with unrecognized ccTGA presents during initial visits. Congenital corrected transposition of great arteries is rare congenital anomaly that poses a challenge in adulthood due to its varied presentation. Thus, an increased awareness about key diagnostic features is crucial for early recognition of ccTGA and its effective management.
A narrative review on applications of nanotechnology in modern endodontics
Authors: Javed Muhammad Qasim , Ali Ahmed
Published: December 2024

Nanotechnology in modern endodontics involves manipulating materials at the nanoscale to improve dental treatments, disinfection, imaging, and tissue engineering. This narrative review aims to evaluate the impact and applications of nanotechnology in modern endodontics, focusing on advancements in materials, disinfection processes, imaging techniques, and tissue engineering while addressing associated challenges and safety concerns. A comprehensive literature search was conducted in March 2024 across PubMed, SCOPUS, EMBASE, COCHRANE Library, and Science Direct databases using MeSH terms/keywords such as “Nanotechnology,” “Endodontics,” “Disinfection,” and “Dental Tissue Engineering.” Articles published from March 2010 to March 2024 were considered, with inclusion criteria focusing on studies relevant to the objectives. From an initial pool of 774 articles, 86 were selected based on titles and abstracts, and 45 were shortlisted after full-text evaluation. The review highlights significant advancements in nanotechnology in endodontic materials, disinfection methods, imaging techniques, and tissue engineering. Nanomaterials have improved the efficiency, precision, and biocompatibility of dental treatments. However, challenges such as long-term biocompatibility, standardization of applications, and patient safety remain to be addressed. Continuous research, ethical practices, and regulatory oversight are crucial for integrating nanotechnology into endodontics. While nanotechnology offers promising advancements in endodontics, ongoing research and collaboration among researchers, clinicians, and regulatory bodies are essential to harness its full potential and ensure patient safety. Limitations of this review include potential biases in article selection and the evolving nature of nanotechnology research.
Comprehensive management of complex resorptive lesions: Report of two cases
Authors: Ray Ayan Bhadra , Mayya Arun , Ghosh Soumyadeep , Rai Namith , Acharya Shashi Rashmi , Chatra Akshatha , Shettigar Laasya Shivanand
Published: December 2024

In the field of endodontics, the management of complex resorptive lesions demands innovative and precise interventions. This report delineates the comprehensive management of two distinct cases, each presenting unique challenges. The first case involved a 23-year-old male with hypothyroidism, presenting with pain and external cervical resorption with internal communication in his lower left front tooth. The case was diagnosed with pulp necrosis and asymptomatic apical periodontitis. The second case involved a 26-year-old female in good health, dissatisfied with the cosmetic appearance, and experiencing occasional pain from a previously treated upper front tooth with concurrent external apical and internal resorption. It was diagnosed as previously treated, with symptomatic apical periodontitis. These cases were notable for their complexity and the tailored approach to diagnosis and treatment, employing advanced techniques and materials, such as bioceramic materials, for optimal outcomes. The first case was approached through conventional endodontic disinfection, flap reflection, and the meticulous external management of the resorptive defect with bioceramic material, followed by restorative procedures. The second case required retreatment, including wide canal management, apex negotiation, and the establishment of an apical plug with bioceramic material, culminating in backfilling with thermoplasticized gutta-percha and subsequent prosthetic rehabilitation. Remarkably, both cases demonstrated successful healing and patient satisfaction at a 6-month follow-up, with radiographs and photographs evidencing the desired clinical outcomes. This report highlights the necessity of adaptability, precision, and the integration of innovative materials and techniques in endodontic practice to effectively address complex resorptive lesions. It underscores the significance of a comprehensive diagnostic and treatment framework that can guide clinical decision-making and enhance procedural outcomes in similar challenging scenarios. It contributes valuable insights and reinforces the imperative of detailed management in endodontic complexities.
Muhammed el-Hâşimî’nin Bazı Tasavvufî Kavramlara Bakışı
Authors: Şener Ayşe , Göztepe Yüksel
Published: December 2024

Son dönem sûfîlerinden, Cezayir asıllı, iskân bakımından Suriyeli olan Muhammed el-Hâşimî et-Tilimsânî, zâhirî ve bâtınî ilimlere hâkim bir şahsiyettir. Bir Eş‘arî kelamcısı olarak dikkatleri üzerine çeken Muhammed el-Hâşimî, başta Mısır olmak üzere Mağrip ve Ürdün gibi dünyanın farklı ülkelerinde müntesipleri bulunan Şâzeliyye tarikatının Derkâviyye ve Aleviyye kollarının şeyhlik vazifesini üstlenmiş bir isimdir. Bu çalışma, ehl-i sünnet akidesinin savunuculuğunu kendine ilke edinen, ilim ve irfânı bünyesinde birleştirip eserlerine de yansıtan Muhammed el-Hâşimî’nin tasavvuf sahnesindeki önemi ile tasavvufî düşünce dünyasına kısa bir bakış mahiyetindedir. Bu bağlamda çalışma müellifin “ed-Dürretü’l-müntesiratü fî ecvibeti’l-esileti’l-ʿaşera”, “el-Ḥallü’s-sedîd lime’steşkelehü’l-mürîd” ve “Şerḥu şaṭranci’l-ʿârifîn” adlı risâleleri ekseninde hazırlanmıştır. Hâşimî’nin adı geçen eserlerdeki kabz, bast, mârifet, mürşîd, mürîd ile zikir gibi bazı kavramlara dair görüşleri irdelenerek ele alınmıştır. İlgili görüşler; Ebü’l-Hasen eş-Şâzelî, İbnü'l-Arabî, Kuşeyrî, Hucvirî ve Herevî gibi daha nice kadîm mutasavvıfın görüşleri ile mukayese edilmek suretiyle değerlendirilmiş ve böylece Muhammed el-Hâşimî’nin tefekkür zeminine kısmen ışık tutulmuştur. Ayrıca makalede, Hâşimî‘nin tasavvufî gelenekten izler taşıyan kimi kavramlar arasında işaret ettiği bağlamlara da dikkat çekilmiştir.
Determining the Quality of Turkish Black Tea Infusion Produced by Rapid Solid-Liquid Dynamic Extraction
Authors: Doğru Kübra , İnanç Ahmet Levent
Published: December 2024

Oksijenlendirilmiş (O) ve oksijenlendirilmemiş sularla (OS) dinamik çay ekstraksiyonu, içime hazır siyah çay için bir gıda işlemi olarak gerçekleştirildi. Bu işlemle üretilen çay örnekleri, geleneksel çay demleme işlemiyle demlenen siyah çay örneği (R) ile karşılaştırıldı. Tüm çayların nitelikleri, toplam fenol içeriği, theaflavinler, thearubiginler, theabrownin, toplam renk, parlaklık, hunter rengi ve DPPH radikal giderici aktivite parametreleri ile belirlendi. R, O ve OS örneklerinin toplam fenolik içerikleri sırasıyla 3.137, 1.867-2.707 ve 2.079-2.831 mg GAE/g aralığındaydı. En yüksek theaflavinler (%0.330) R örneğinde tespit edildi. Thearubigin içerikleri %4.99-7.03 arasında belirlendi. En yüksek R örneğinde, en düşük ise O örneğinde 30. saniyede bulundu. Theaflavinlerin thearubiginlere oranı R, O ve OS örnekleri için sırasıyla 0.0274-0.0299 ve 0.0141-0.0309 aralığında 0.0469 olarak belirlendi. R, O ve OS örneklerinin theabrownin değerleri için çay ekstraksiyon işlemi-zaman, çay ekstraksiyon işlemi-theabrownin ve zaman-theabrownin arasındaki ikili etkileşimler istatistiksel olarak anlamlıydı (p<0.05). Sular ve demleme süreleri örneklerin renk değerlerini etkiledi. O ve OS örnekleri R örneğine göre daha yüksek antioksidan aktivite değerlerine sahipken, OS örnekleri tüm ekstraksiyon süreleri boyunca en yüksek antioksidan aktiviteyi gösterdi.
MONTENEGRIN LANGUAGE IN LATE XX AND EARLY XXI CENTURY (Orthography as a guideline for normative works)
Authors:   Šleski univerzitet u Katovicama, BONJKOVSKI Robert
Published: December 2024

The author of this paper discusses the mutual relations between the Bosnian, Montenegrin, Croatian and Serbian standard languages. The standard language relies, inter alia, on the possibility of choosing, so the differences between the Bosnian, Montenegrin, Croatian and Serbian languages are sufficient and convincing enough to speak of different standard languages, especially given the official status of these languages in their countries and a rich literary tradition.
FORMS OF LINGUISTIC CONCEPTUALIZATION OF REALITY – AT THE LEVEL OF PREPOSITIONAL CASE STRUCTURES – IN MONTENEGRIN LANGUAGE OF THE 19TH AND EARLY 20THCENTURY IN COMPARISON WITH THE CURRENT STATE OF MONTENEGRIN LANGUAGE; A SEGMENT OF A CENTURY-LONG EVOLUTION OF MONTENEGRIN LANGUAGE
Authors:   Fakultet za crnogorski jezik i književnost – Cetinje, ABOVIĆ Miomir
Published: December 2024

In this paper, the author deals with certain prepositional case structures present in the Montenegrin language of the 19th century and describes the ways in which these structures linguistically conceptualized certain meanings and influenced the shaping of the situations referred to by the given clauses. The author attempts to explain why these structures did not come to life in the language system and why they are rarely in use or have completely disappeared in modern Montenegrin language. The corpus used for research includes the documents from the Ministry of Finance of Principality / Kingdom of Montenegro from 1879 to 1915 and Njegoš’s „Mountain Wreath“.
HEIDEGGER’S CRITICISM OF PHILOSOPHY OF LANGUAGE
Authors:   Filozofski fakultet – Novi Sad, PEROVIĆ  A. Milenko
Published: December 2024

In many of the philosophical and linguistic circles in the world, the considerations that come from the peculiar understanding of the language in the “late” Heidegger’s writings are still strongly influential. This is particularly true for his criticism of the metaphysical tradition of the philosophy of language shaped in the historical-philosophical process flowing from Aristotle to Humboldt and through Humboldtianism and Neo-Humboldtianism to this day. The author already subjected to a critical review Heidegger’s criticism of Aristotle’s philosophy of language in his previous works. In this paper, the author subjects to criticism Heidegger’s critical attitude towards Humboldt’s philosophical concept of language.
BALKAN CHARACTERISTICS OF MACEDONIAN LANGUAGE
Authors: МАРКОВИЌ Марјан
Published: December 2024

Macedonian language is genetically a Slavic language with an inherited structure and lexicon, transferred to an environment with genetically unrelated languages, where the internal and external circumstances changed and influenced this language. During the common contact, with a view of achieving clearer communication between all the speakers, Macedonian language integrated the inherited Slavic elements and the acquired Balkan elements. The system continues to use and add these in new cores, creating new ties, resulting in more condense, clearer language expression with more precise meaning. In its development, Macedonian language utilised inter-linguistic me‑ans to facilitate communication. Those means can be an inherited Slavic feature or a reflection of the contacts within the Balkan linguistic environment. In respect of the dialects, in particular the Western peripheral speech patterns, it can be said that the Balkanised structure of the Macedonian language allows certain tendencies to develop in directions much broader than in the language/languages of origin and still retain the primary goal – single-meaning and clearer communication among the speakers of the language.
CONTEXTUAL DETERMINATION OF SYNTACTIC HOMONYMY IN BOSNIAN LANGUAGE
Authors:   Institut za jezik Univerziteta u Sarajevu, HODŽIĆ Jasmin
Published: December 2024

The present paper deals, at the theoretical level, with the role of context in the interpretation of ambiguity in syntactically homonymous constructs in the Bosnian language, where two opposing opinions conflict: that syntactic ambiguity is only a theoretical construct, that it is annulled in the context and that it does not exist in practice as a result (which would make it irrelevant for studying); or, that the presence and knowledge of the context does not have to be relevant for the interpretation of ambiguity, because in that interpretation, then, the role of the context would be measured, not the syntactic or semantic features of the language that primarily affect the interpretation of the language expression. Here, the author comes to the conclusion that syntactic homonymy can be studied separately from the context and that the characteristic of homonymy is immanent to a sentence as such; therefore, homonymy is bound to the sentence structure, not the context.
VARIATIONS IN USE OF PLURAL FORMS OF TOPONYMS IN ZADAR COUNTY
Authors:   Odjel za kroatistiku i slavistiku Sveučilišta u Zadru, BAŠIĆ Marijana , BARIČEVIĆ Sanja
Published: December 2024

In this paper, toponyms i.e. oikonyms (pluralia tantum) of area around Zadar, that is, in Zadar County are analysed. It investigates how these oikonyms are covered in different linguistic manuals and examines how difficult it is for Croatian speakers (to whom these oikonyms are close in distance) to determine grammatical categories of gender, number and declensional types/paradygms and why. There is a great number of papers published on the subject of the‑se toponyms and their peculiarities in linguistic literature, and they emphasise their particularities, but fail to always provide accurate description in reference literature. Nevertheless, the questionnaire on their morphological features/categories conducted among students attending university in Zadar and Gospić shows that there are still many uncertainties and doubts about their use.