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Béziers en Languedoc ou les voies de la non-renommée
Authors: Marchal Sidonie 
Published: January 2020

Située en Languedoc, la ville de Béziers ne bénéficie aujourd’hui d’aucune renommée particulière. Inscrite dans une démarche historique qui questionne les voies de patrimonialisation des vestiges matériels hérités du passé, cet article interroge les raisons qui peuvent expliquer à Béziers la non-transmission dans la longue durée d’un récit territorial reconnu et partagé. Plusieurs facteurs explicatifs sont ici envisagés : si sur quatre siècles, plusieurs récits territoriaux se succèdent, aucun d’eux ne se fixe dans la durée. L’image de la ville qui perdure toutefois dans les guides et récits de voyage est celle d’une cité renversée ou ruinée et plusieurs fois relevée. Le rapport à l’identité antique de la ville est particulièrement caractéristique de ce renversement : des facteurs culturels, politiques et linguistiques peuvent expliquer cette non-transmission dans la longue durée.
Le port de Marseille dans la première moitié du XVI e siècle
Authors: Maret Auderic 
Published: January 2020

L’entretien du port de Marseille entraîne dès la création de la commune de Marseille au xiii ? siècle une collaboration avec le comte de Provence au regard de l’ampleur de l’entreprise. Suite au transfert de souveraineté de 1481 qui fait de l’ancien comté une province française, cette collaboration est maintenue et se renforce au cours du xvi e siècle en raison de la croissance économique et démographique de la ville mais aussi du contexte méditerranéen qui fait de Marseille une place stratégique. Il s’agit dans cet article d’envisager comment cet entretien du port devient l’objet autour duquel se construit et s’approfondit la relation entre le pouvoir municipal et le souverain.
Validation of Annulus Formation in Golden Shiner Otoliths
Authors: Strickland P. Andrew , Bisping Scott M. , Hatcher Hunter R. 
Published: January 2020

Abstract
Golden Shiner Notemigonus crysoleucas is found in many lakes and ponds across the southeastern United States. Though it is a common species, otolith age validation methods have not been published. The objective of this study was to confirm annulus formation in lapillar otoliths of Golden Shiners collected monthly from September 2015 through August 2016 in Lake Jackson, Florida (Leon County). We collected at least 12 individuals each month of similar length (168–249 mm; presumably of the same cohort) to document annulus formation throughout the year. We sacrificed a total of 177 individuals from the 2013 year class, and we used their lapillar otoliths for marginal incremental analysis to calculate an index of completion and validate annulus formation. The monthly index of completion was highest from January through March and lowest in May and June, indicating that annuli were deposited once per year and confirming that lapillar otoliths are a valid age estimation structure for Golden Shiners.
To evaluate volume changes on computerized tomography scan and magnetic resonance imaging-based delineation during radiotherapy treatment planning in prostate cancer
Authors: Sarolkar Anil , Singh Shashank N. , Bagdare Priyusha , Bhandari Virendra , Lodi Ashar Iqbal , Moharir Sarthak 
Published: January 2020

Aim:
The aim of the present study was to evaluate the impact of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) on radiotherapy target volume changes in prostate cancer.

Materials and Methods:
Ten patients with localized prostate cancer receiving radical radiotherapy were included in the study. Computerized tomography (CT) simulation was done with adequate immobilization, and pelvic MRI was also done at the same time. The two were then registered on eclipse planning system and fused. Target delineation (gross tumor volume [GTV] and clinical target volume [CTV]) was done on both the image sets separately and their volumes were compared.

Results:
In the current study, it has been found that the CT image-based contouring overestimated the GTV and CTV with 35.4% and 21.7%, respectively, as compared to that by MRI images. The difference observed was statistically significant in the case of GTV, whereas it was not statistically significant for CTV.

Conclusions:
It can be concluded that MRI is found to be a better modality for GTV delineation, as it gives superior soft-tissue contrast.
Wound healing is promoted by Musa paradisiaca (banana) extract in diabetic rats
Authors: Cheng Yung-Ze , Liu I-Min , Cheng Juei-Tang , Lin Bor-Shyh , Liu Flank 
Published: January 2020

IntroductionImpairments in wound healing commonly occur among patients with diabetes. Herbal medicines have a long history of usage in wound care management. Super green (SG) is a newly discovered natural product obtained from Musa paradisiaca. This study aimed to investigate the efficacy of the topical application of SG in healing surgical wounds in diabetic rats.Material and methodsWistar rats received a one-time intraperitoneal injection of streptozotocin to induce type 1 diabetes. Full-thickness excisional skin wounds were created on the backs of the rats. The relevant groups were topically treated with the indicated concentrations of SG or vehicle dressing throughout the study duration. Histological analysis was performed and the mRNA levels of proinflammatory cytokines were measured to evaluate the improvement of wound closure.ResultsThe wound area ratio of the SG (1/6000 dilution)-treated group was greatly reduced compared to that of the vehicle-treated group. The histological analysis showed fewer inflammatory cells, accelerated re-epithelialization, and increased collagen deposition in SG 1/6000-treated wounds. The gene expression levels of tumor necrosis factor-α, interleukin-1β, and interleukin-6 were decreased and the levels of type I and type III collagen were increased after SG treatment.ConclusionsThese results show that the most therapeutically efficacious concentration of SG (1/6000 dilution) can enhance wound repair in diabetic rats. SG has the potential to be a new treatment strategy for diabetic wounds.
Treatment goal attainment for secondary prevention in coronary patients with or without diabetes mellitus – Polish multicenter study POLASPIRE
Authors: Haberka Maciej , Jankowski Piotr , Kosior Dariusz A. , Szpakowicz Małgorzata , Szóstak-Janiak Karolina , Kozieł Paweł , Krzykwa Agnieszka , Łapińska Magda , Setny Małgorzata , Kamiński Karol , Kubica Aldona , de Bacquer Dirk , de Backer Guy , Kotseva Kornelia , Wood David , Pająk Andrzej , Czarnecka Danuta , Gąsior Zbigniew 
Published: January 2020

IntroductionCardiovascular disease is still a leading cause of death in Poland and across Europe. The aim of this study was to assess the attainment of the main treatment goals for secondary cardiovascular prevention in coronary patients with or without diabetes mellitus (DM) in Poland.Material and methodsThe study group included 1026 patients (65.5 ±9 y.o.; males: 72%) included at least 6 months after the index hospitalisation for myocardial infarction, unstable angina, elective percutaneous coronary intervention or coronary artery bypass surgery. The target and treatment goals were defined according to the 2016 European Society of Cardiology guidelines on cardiovascular prevention.ResultsPatients with DM (n = 332; 32%) were slightly older compared to non-diabetic (n = 694) individuals (67.2 ±7 vs. 64.6 ±9 years old; p < 0.0001). The DM goal was achieved in 196 patients (60%). The rate of primary (LDL: 51% vs. 35%; p < 0.0001) and secondary (non-HDL: 56% vs. 48%; p < 0.02) goal attainment was higher in DM(+) compared to DM(–) patients. The rate of target blood pressure was lower in DM(+) than in normoglycemic patients (52% vs. 61% at < 140/90 mm Hg, p < 0.01. As expected, goal achievement of normal weight (9.5% vs. 19%; p < 0.0001) and waist circumference (7% vs. 15%; p < 0.001) was lower in diabetic patients and the rate of regular physical activity was similar (DM+ 12% vs. DM– 14%; p = ns). Finally, there was no difference in active smokers (DM+ 23% vs. DM– 22%; p = ns).ConclusionsGreat majority of Polish patients in secondary prevention do not achieve treatment goals. Although lipid goals attainment is better in DM and the rate of smokers is similar, the management of all risk factors needs to be improved.
Una década de crisis desafecta los cambios en su naturaleza
Authors: Megías Adrián 
Published: January 2020

En España la desafección ha crecido notablemente durante el vigente periodo de crisis, contradiciendo las tesis culturalistas defendidas por una amplia mayoría de autores dedicados al estudio de la desafección.
Esto nos lleva a plantear nuevas preguntas de investigación en el marco de este nuevo contexto. El objetivo es comprobar si estos cambios son producidos por la crisis política, económica y social, lo que corroboraría nuestra hipótesis de que la desafección es una actitud política coyuntural. Para esta finalidad empleamos un modelo lineal jerárquico de clasificación cruzada. Los resultados apuntan hacia un mayor peso de los factores coyunturales en la determinación de la desafección política en España, subrayando la debilidad en la explicación del cambio por parte del culturalismo.
2019/39 Industrial action injunction refused where trade unions were seeking parity of treatment (UK)
Authors: Salisbury Kerry 
Published: January 2020

2019/39 Industrial action injunction refused where trade unions were seeking parity of treatment (UK)
The High Court (HC) dismissed an application by an employer for an interim injunction to prevent strike action organised by two trade unions, who were demanding parity of treatment for their members as compared to members of another union. It was more likely than not that the two unions would succeed in establishing, at the full trial of the matter, that the statutory protection under UK law for industrial action applied.
2019/45 Usage of fixed-term employment contracts for professors restricted (LV)
Authors: Burkevics Andis 
Published: January 2020

2019/45 Usage of fixed-term employment contracts for professors restricted (LV)
The Constitutional Court of the Republic of Latvia has ruled that provisions of the Law on Higher Education Institutions stipulating that professors and associate professors are elected to the office for a fixed period of time, i.e. for six years, and that only fixed-term employment contracts are to be concluded with them are not compatible with the Constitution of the Republic of Latvia (Latvijas Republikas Satversme) (the ‘Constitution’), which among other things provides that everyone has the right to freely choose their employment and workplace according to their abilities and qualifications. The restriction of this right in this case cannot be regarded as proportionate since the legislator has failed to implement the requirements of the Fixed-term Work Directive 99/70/EC.
Cerrorchestia taboukeli sp. nov., a new terrestrial amphipod (Amphipoda, Talitridae) from Martinique Island
Authors: Piscart Christophe , Ayati Khaoula , Coulis Mathieu 
Published: January 2020

During recent investigations on the terrestrial invertebrates of the tropical rainforest on Martinique Island (Pitons du Carbet), specimens of a new species of the terrestrial amphipod genus Cerrorchestia Lindeman, 1990, C. taboukeli sp. nov., were collected by means of different quantitative and non-quantitative methods (hand collection and Tullgren extraction) in the forest floor. The new species can be easily distinguished from the only other species of the genus, C. hyloraina Lindeman, 1990, by gnathopod 2 (carpus short, palm longer than wide), pereopod 4 dactylus with a denticulate patch, pereopod 5 basis ovate with a deep posterodistal lobe reaching the distal end of the ischium, pleopod 3 ramus with more than six articles. Cerrorchestia tabouleki sp. nov. is the first forest-hopper discovered in the Lesser Antilles, raising the question of island colonization by terrestrial amphipods. Ecological data and a key to terrestrial Talitridae of Central America and the Caribbean islands are provided.
Isolation, Screening and Identification of Cellulolytic Bacteria from Soil
Authors: Maravi Pratibha , Kumar Anil 
Published: January 2020

Background: Cellulose is the most abundant carbohydrate on earth and is considered as a good candidate for production of second generation biofuel (ethanol) and many other products of routine use. For degradation, cellulases are used which are mostly secreted by microbes such as fungi. Cellulases also play an important role in senescence of plants and in host-parasite relationship for invading the plant cell wall. However, comparatively lesser studies have been carried out on cellulase producing bacteria. Therefore, present study was aimed to isolate cellulase (Endo-β-1,4-D-glucanase; EC. 3.2.1.4.) from bacterial sources.
Methodology: To isolate thermophilic/ mesophilic cellulase producing bacteria, soil samples were collected from wood furnishing area and agricultural farm around Indore. Besides, soil sample was also collected from the vicinity of Amlai Paper Mill in Budhar district, Madhya Pradesh. These soil samples after suitable dilutions were streaked on different nutrients agar petri-dishes having carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC) as an inducer. After screening, four colonies were isolated capable of producing good amount of cellulase. Screening was done using Congo red staining and confirmation was done after growth of the bacteria in liquid nutrient medium having CMC. These colonies individually were grown in suitable nutrient media having CMC as an inducer and enzyme activity was determined in the nutrient media after harvesting bacterial cells by centrifugation.
Results: The highest enzyme producing bacteria were identified as Bacillus lichenoformis and Ochrobactrum anthropi after biochemical analyses, 16S rRNA sequencing and subsequently phylogenetic tree analysis.
Lecithin
Authors: Schoeppe Arnulf , Tirok Susanne 
Published: December 2024

Abstract
This article provides an overview of the current knowledge on lecithin. The different production methods of lecithins and their phosphatidylcholine‐enriched fractions are given. Another focus point is the composition of lecithin, its properties, uses, and economics. Moreover, some current purity criteria defined by different countries are displayed. These are a prerequisite to call a commercial product a lecithin.
Utilizing the Elimination Reaction of Linear Fluorinated Carbonate to Stabilize LiCoO2 Cathode up to 4.6 V
Authors: Zhou Siyu , Yang Jixiang , Zhen Cheng , Gu M. Danny , Shao Minhua 
Published: December 2024

AbstractStabilizing LiCoO2 (LCO) cathode at high voltages is still challenging in lithium‐ion batteries (LIBs). Although fluorinated solvents are utilized in high‐voltage systems for their superior oxidation resistance, linear fluorinated carbonates still undergo elimination reactions at high voltages, producing corrosive substances that compromise electrode materials. This study addresses the elimination reaction of methyl trifluoroethyl carbonate (FEMC) by incorporating tris(trimethylsilyl)‐based additives, thereby constructing a homogeneous and robust polymer‐rich cathode‐electrolyte interphase (CEI). With the incorporation of tris(trimethylsilyl)phosphite in the optimized electrolyte, the capacity of the coin cell with LCO as the cathode can maintain 95% after 500 cycles with a high cut‐off voltage of 4.6 V. This study establishes a foundational framework for employing linear fluorocarbonates in high‐voltage systems and provides innovative insights into CEI design and construction.
Mucosa‐Interfacing Capsule for In Situ Sensing the Elasticity of Biological Tissues
Authors: Kim Kiyoung , Edwards Steven , Fuxa Kyle , Lin Honglu , Shrestha Shreya , Fan Hanwen , Diaz Nick , Berinstein Joel , Naik Rishi , Zhou Yuxiao , Dong Xiaoguang 
Published: December 2024

AbstractMonitoring the elasticity of soft biological tissues in the gastrointestinal (GI) tract with minimal invasion holds promise for early diagnosis of intestinal fibrosis, colorectal cancer, and other diseases featuring abnormal elasticity. However, existing methods of sensing tissue elasticity have drawbacks such as insufficient resolution for elastography, and discomfort or the requirement of risky anesthesia for flexible endoscopes or implantable devices. Here a wirelessly actuated palpation mechanism is presented, integrated into a swallowable capsule device, offering in situ tissue elasticity measurement with minimal invasiveness. The approach employs a magnetic soft cantilever beam actuated by external magnetic fields to gently press against soft tissues. Mechanical stress and strain are monitored by an onboard magnetic sensor and a strain gauge, allowing for an accurate assessment of tissue elasticity. Additionally, wireless modules utilizing Bluetooth Low Energy (LE) and powered by a battery facilitate real‐time communication. The device operates under external magnetic field control, which can move freely over soft tissues during examinations and palpate suspicious areas. The elasticity sensing mechanism is validated and assessed on both phantom structures and ex vivo porcine colon tissues. The capsule device holds significant promise for assessing tissue physiological conditions and facilitating early disease diagnosis in hard‐to‐reach areas of the body.
Enhancing Reverse Intersystem Crossing with Extended Inverted Singlet–Triplet (X−INVEST) Systems
Authors: Ricci Gaetano , Landi Alessandro , Sancho‐García Juan Carlos , Olivier Yoann 
Published: December 2024

AbstractThe discovery of triangular‐shaped molecules displaying an inverted singlet–triplet (INVEST) energy gap between their lowest singlet (S1) and triplet (T1) states opened the way for a new strategy to increase the internal quantum efficiency (IQE) of organic light‐emitting diodes (OLEDs), enhancing the reverse intersystem crossing (RISC) thanks to a downhill process. However, the compounds showing a negative ΔEST suffer from both a vanishing spin–orbit coupling (SOC) between these excited states and high energy differences with higher‐lying singlets and triplets, therefore limiting their involvement in the spin conversion process. Here, we proposed a new design strategy entailing the extension of the triangulene cores by connecting two INVEST triangulene units to form Uthrene‐ and Zethrene‐like systems, doped with N and B. The inspection of the resulting molecular orbitals (MOs) distribution allowed rationalizing the electronic structure properties obtained from wavefunction‐based methods, showing how the Uthrene‐like architecture can lead to the quasi‐resonance between S1 and T1, in some cases provoking their inversion. By feeding a kinetic model with the non‐radiative rate constants, calculated from first principles, we showed how the extended INVEST (X−INVEST) design strategy can open new pathways to boost the spin conversion process and the population of the emissive S1.
Detection of E‐coli Bacteria Utilizing High Performance Ag‐BaTiO3 Heterostructure Based Plasmonic Sensor
Authors: Mishra Adarsh Chandra , Sharma Anuj K. , Lohia Pooja , Dwivedi D. K. 
Published: December 2024

AbstractA systematic investigation of the performance of CaF2‐Ag‐BaTiO3 heterostructure based SPR sensor has been performed. The article focuses on the point that a suitable dielectric layer and precise optimization process can lead to high performance. E‐coli bacterial is considered as analyte medium. The sensor design is optimized by simultaneous varying the thickness of Ag (dM) and BaTiO3 (dA) at wavelength (λ) = 1000 nm which provided an optimized figure of merit (FOM) of 4510 RIU−1 at dM = 48.1 and dA = 3.2 nm. Further, FOM is again enhanced by simultaneous optimization of wavelength and thickness of BaTiO3 which provided an FOM of 9108 RIU−1 at λ = 992 and dA = 3.3 nm at fixed dM = 48.1 nm. This is designated as final optimum radiation damping (ORD) condition for the proposed sensor design. The power loss curve and normalized electric field are plotted at ORD condition leads to the FWHM of 0.0200° and sensitivity of 182.17 deg. RIU−1 with power loss ratio of 2.59 and field enhancement factor of 1.06. The combined performance factor (CPF) at optimized parameters is 24276.79 µm4/RIU which enables the realization of sensor more practically.
Digital supply chain: An industrial perspective
Authors: Wassick John M. , Perez Hector D. 
Published: December 2024

AbstractThis perspectives article outlines and discusses the future of supply chains. The existing challenges and flaws in supply chains design and management are described, motivating the need for the next‐generation supply chains. We present a holistic paradigm for viewing and analyzing supply chains as networks of networks with various dimensions, hierarchies, and players with their various forms of decision‐making. Cyber‐Physical Systems is offered as a key enabler to obtain a digital supply chain exhibiting the features of heterogeneity, interoperability, modularity, customizability, decentralization, autonomy, and cooperativity. The role of virtual assistants is described, along with research directions to create the technology for establishing true digital supply chains. The role of Process Systems Engineering (PSE) is outlined with the hope that the ideas discussed will motivate the PSE community to become active participants in attaining the next‐generation supply chains.
Genetic Insights Into Epidermolysis Bullosa: Identification of Novel Variants in Tunisian Patients
Authors: El Mabrouk Haifa , Othman Houcemeddine , Boussofarra Lobna , Gribaa Moez , Saad Ali , Denguezli Mohamed , Has Cristina , H'mida Dorra 
Published: December 2024

ABSTRACTEpidermolysis Bullosa (EB) is a group of genetic skin disorders characterized by extreme skin fragility and blistering. In North African countries, including Tunisia, complex genetic and phenotypic diversity is entangled with a scarcity of scientific research on EB. This lack of knowledge presents a distinct challenge in terms of diagnostic accuracy and patient care. Our study cohort includes 10 Tunisian patients with EB whose genetic profiles were investigated by exome sequencing. In silico analysis was conducted to determine the functional impact of three novel variants. We revealed ten genetic variants, including three novel ones within the COL7A1 and DST genes. The in silico analysis shed light on the potential structural and functional implications of these novel variants. By establishing the correlation between clinical features and genetic alterations, we have expanded the existing database of disease‐causing variants associated with EB in Northern Africa. Our study fills a critical knowledge gap in the North African context, where the scarcity of clinical database and genetic testing in addition to the genetic diversity necessitates comprehensive research. Our findings have the potential to improve diagnosis and management strategies for EB patients in low and middle‐income countries across the region, especially through the integration of exome sequencing and in silico analysis.