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Sodium bicarbonate buffered lignocaine verses hyaluronidase mixed lignocaine in peribulbar anesthesia: A comparative study
Authors: Unnisa Rahmath , Racha Lavanya 
Published: December 2024

To compare sodium bicarbonate buffered lignocaine solution with hyaluronidase mixed with lignocaine in peribulbar anesthesia.: Complete analgesia and akinesia are goals of any anesthetic procedure used for intraocular surgery the peribulbar technique is popular for safer approach. To achieve better efficacy of anesthesia various modifications have been made. Hyaluronidase has been widely used in peribulbar anesthesia as it causes better absorption of anesthetic solution reducing the time of onset of anesthesia and bringing akinesia.Recently some studies have doubted the efficiency of hyaluronidase in improving quality of anesthesia added to this cost factor of this drug, limited shelf life, and reusage in same sitting, risk of anaphylaxis due to its enzyme nature. Hence need for studying efficiency of sodium bicarbonate which is a cheaper alternative, readily in available, because of its basic nature alkalized the local anesthetic solution without risk of anaphylaxis.The mean time for onset of total globe akinesia in group A is 4 and group B is 4.17. There was no statistical difference in two groups (p&#62;0.05).Sodium bicarbonate was shown to reduce the time of onset of block. Intraoperative analgesia is comparable in both groups, Chemosis is common complication in both groups. Sodium carbonate is cheaper alternative to hyaluronidase.
Podmiot narracyjny i ekstatyczny. Biografia filozoficzno-kulturowa
Authors: Hudzik Jan Paweł 
Published: December 2024

Celem tego artykułu jest rekonstrukcja i interpretacja kulturowych procesów, które doprowadziły do pojawienia się na scenie nowoczesnego świata – tzw. społeczeństwa spektaklu – aktora o ekstatycznym i narcystycznym typie osobowości. Pojawia się on jako aktywny uczestnik toczących się obecnie wojen kulturowych. Nie posługuje się opowiadaniem jako formą komunikacji międzyludzkiej. Realizuje się za to w aktach uniesienia, autodeklaracjach i okazjonalnych wydarzeniach. Tekst ma charakter przyczynku do wielowątkowej biografii nowoczesnej idei podmiotu. Stawia egzystencjalne pytania: co z nami w czasach po opowiadaniu? Jaką cenę musimy płacić za jego kulturową degradację? Biografia, jako tytułowa metafora, to figura epistemologiczna, która oznacza, że rozważania nie należą tu do dziedziny badań narratologicznych, lecz genealogicznych.
The Influence of Bergson’s Entropic and Negentropic Ideas on Polish Philosophy Before the Second World War
Authors: Polak Paweł , Rodzeń Jacek 
Published: December 2024

The second law of thermodynamics and the concept of entropy became one of the most important scientific ideas to influence Western culture in the 19th century. Pessimistic conclusions, such as the concept of the heat death of the universe and the specter of the inevitable decay of everything, inspired philosophical reflection at the fin de siècle. The philosophy of Henri Bergson played a key role in overcoming this pessimistic attitude. In his famous work L’évolution créatrice (1907), he proposed a bold metaphysical vision for the completion of science through a vision of creative evolution driven by the metaphysical factor of élan vital in opposition to destructive (entropic) factors. Bergson’s philosophy appealed specifically to negentropic ideas, so it made an important contribution to the worldview debate of the time. The influence of Bergson’s thought on Polish philosophy has been studied many times, including from a worldview perspective, but no one has yet analyzed the impact of his entropic and negentropic ideas. With research into the cultural significance of these ideas developing today, such research would be particularly relevant. This paper therefore aims to fill this significant research gap and present an initial analysis of the influence of Bergson’s specific entropic and negentropic ideas on Polish thinkers prior to the outbreak of World War II. This paper begins with presenting the historical background for the influence of entropic ideas on Western thought at the turn of the 20th century. Bergson’s philosophical entropic and negentropic ideas are then analyzed. By outlining the background to their reception like this, it becomes possible to illustrate the reception process in Polish philosophy in the next two parts. First, we focus on a group of philosophers who challenged the pessimistic consequences of the established scientific view of the world, while the following part shows the reactions to Bergson’s ideas by philosophers associated with science. Finally, some general conclusions are drawn about Bergson’s influence and the reasons for his failure. Some little-known connections between neo-romanticism and the reflection on entropic ideas are also highlighted.
Czy niewierzący są winni swojej niewiary? Teistka odpowiada teiście
Authors: Odoj Ewa 
Published: December 2024

W artykule dyskutuję z zaproponowaną przez Ryszarda Mordarskiego obroną teizmu przed tzw. argumentem z ukrytości autorstwa Johna L. Schellenberga. Dążę do wykazania, że teiści nie mają podstaw, by twierdzić, że z pewnością nie istnieją nonresistant nonbelievers. W swojej argumentacji opieram się przede wszystkim na analizach epistemologicznych, a szczególną uwagę poświęcam procesowi nabywania przekonań religijnych (i szerzej – światopoglądowych) dzięki zeznaniu świadka lub autorytetu. Twierdzę między innymi, że jeśli uznamy, że przeciętny chrześcijanin jest rzetelny poznawczo, to nie możemy wykluczyć, że współczesny ateista, żyjący w zlaicyzowanym społeczeństwie Zachodu, również jest rzetelny poznawczo.
Autografy Aleksandra Brücknera w zbiorach Lwowskiej Narodowej Naukowej Biblioteki Ukrainy im. Wasyla Stefanyka
Authors: Gorb Eugen 
Published: December 2024

Problem opracowania i opublikowania spuścizny epistolarnej jednego z twórców europejskiej slawistyki Aleksandra Brücknera jest jednym z kluczowych zadań na drodze do stworzenia kompleksowej biografii intelektualnej historyka kultury. Przedmiotem niniejszego artykułu jest analiza kilku listów Aleksandra Brücknera przechowywanych w zbiorach rękopiśmiennych Lwowskiej Narodowej Naukowej Biblioteki. Ukrainy im. Wasyla Stefanyka, które wcześniej nie były znane szerokiej publiczności. Te zabytki epistolarne ilustrują dwa zupełnie różne obszary zainteresowań berlińskiego slawisty – jego komunikację z innymi naukowcami i relacje z wybitnymi przedstawicielami inteligencji artystycznej.
Unikatowym źródłem jest list Brücknera do lwowskiej poetki Maryli Wolskiej, który stanowi rzadki przykład ilustracji preferencji literackich polsko-niemieckiego slawisty. W artykule prześledzono całą drogę recepcji twórczości Wolskiej przez Brücknera – od komplementarnych wypowiedzi w tekście listu po obszerną recenzję we wpływowej lwowskiej gazecie. Dwa listy Brücknera do etnografa Jana Karłowicza ukazują wspólne wysiłki obu uczonych na polu badań nad folklorystycznym dziedzictwem narodów bałtyckich, aktualizacji kwestii odrębności kulturowej Kaszubów oraz potrzeby pogłębionych badań nad zabytkami literackimi w języku kaszubskim i ich popularyzacji.
Publikacja stanowi pośredni etap w badaniach nad spuścizną epistolarną Aleksandra Brücknera, przechowywaną w Dziale Rękopisów Lwowskiej Narodowej Naukowej Biblioteki. Ukrainy im. Wasyla Stefanyka. Podjęto próbę fizycznego opisu dokumentów, ustalenia daty i miejsca ich powstania, analizy ich treści oraz włączenia tych źródeł epistolarnych w ogólny kontekst biografii intelektualnej Aleksandra Brücknera oraz częściowo Jana Karłowicza i Maryli Wolskiej. Autor podkreśla szerokie perspektywy dalszego rozwoju tematu, polegające na publikowaniu listów Brücknera z odpowiednim komentarzem naukowym w ramach szerszych tematycznie zbiorów listów przedstawicieli europejskiej inteligencji naukowej i twórczej, którzy byli w jakiś sposób związani z ziemiami ukraińskimi.
Multimedia wsparciem dla katechezy – szanse i zagrożenia
Authors: Zając Marian 
Published: December 2024

Przeprowadzona w artykule analiza zmierza do jednoznacznego potwierdzenia, że multimedia muszą być wykorzystywane w katechezie. Wynika to z faktu, że we współczesnym procesie edukacyjnym nastąpiła modyfikacja sposobów nauczania, poprzez zastąpienie pasywnych relacji pomiędzy nauczycielem a uczącymi się nowym czynnikiem wzajemnego odziaływania. Dzięki temu katecheza może skutecznej realizować swoje wychowawcze zadania. Wyjaśnieniu tytułowej problematyki posłużyła metoda analizy oraz interpretacji wskazań zawartych w wybranych dokumentach Kościoła oraz publikacjach teologicznych na temat multimediów. Natomiast sformułowanie wniosków i postulatów zostało dokonane przy pomocy metody syntezy. Najważniejsze ustalenia to wskazanie, że przekazywanie treści katechetycznych oraz ewentualna formacja chrześcijańska musi dokonywać się w środowisku, w którym przebywają współcześni katechizowani, a ono jest multimedialne. Zbudowanie zdecydowanego poparcia dla katechizowania przy wykorzystaniu multimediów powinno polegać najpierw na przedstawieniu ich potencjału edukacyjnego, a następnie na przygotowaniu katechetów do posługiwania się instrumentarium multimedialnym. Wskazane w artykule propozycje wykorzystania multimediów w katechezie wydają się adekwatne do współczesnych przemian społeczno-kulturowych, zwłaszcza pogłębiającej się obojętności wobec katechezy. Problematyka będąca przedmiotem analiz jest oryginalna i w zamyśle autora ma stanowić głos w dyskusji nad tworzoną aktualnie koncepcją kulturowej katechezy w zsekularyzowanym polskim społeczeństwie.
Analisis Modal Sosial dan Kemiskinan: Studi Cross Sectional 34 Provinsi di Indonesia
Authors: Mukharohmah Maulia Siti , Wulandari Meisyaroh Catur , Naufal Hanif Afif 
Published: December 2024

Research related to social capital and poverty is still rare in Indonesia. Thus, this research aims to analyze social capital by examining three dimensions: trust, social participation, and tolerance, as reflected in the social capital index, and their impact on poverty in Indonesia. This research involved secondary data from Statistics Indonesia in the book Social Capital Statistics, published in 2021. This research used three independent variables: the social capital index for trust, social participation, and tolerance. Meanwhile, the dependent variable was the percentage of poor people in each province in Indonesia. The data were analyzed using a multiple linear regression method with hypothesis testing, namely classical assumptions. The results showed that social capital, as described in the social capital index for trust and social participation, significantly influenced poverty reduction. Meanwhile, the social capital index for tolerance had a minimal effect. These findings suggest that government efforts should focus on increasing community participation to develop social capital as one of the efforts to deal with poverty alleviation in Indonesia.
Significados sociales y efectos transformadores de las prácticas artísticas
Authors: Allegrini Giulia , Izci Orkide , Paltrinieri Roberta 
Published: December 2024

En este ensayo pretendemos contribuir al debate sobre el papel de las prácticas artísticas en la activación de procesos de cambio social. En particular, se explora el papel de las prácticas artísticas performativas en la activación de espacios de participación y ciudadanía, entendidos como campo de exploración creativa de imaginarios contrahegemónicos, de creación de comunidad y solidaridad en clave interseccional, es decir, de formas de relacionalidad basadas en la valorización de la diversidad. También se presentan los resultados de una investigación realizada por el Departamento de Artes de la Universidad de Bolonia dentro del proyecto europeo «Performing gender: Dancing In Your Shoes». El proyecto llevó a cabo varias prácticas creativas dialógicas entre coreógrafos y comunidades locales en torno al tema de las identidades y la construcción de la solidaridad. El ensayo se centra específicamente en las narrativas que surgieron en relación con estos dos temas y el proceso transformador experimentado.
Calculation of the magnetic field of a low-voltage busbars of a built-in transformer substation
Authors: Pelevin Dmytro 
Published: December 2024

The purpose of the work is to develop an analytical method for calculating the magnetic field near a low-voltage busbars of a 6(10)/0.4 kV transformer substation built into a residential building of an old building, which has no restrictions on the distance to the calculation zone. Using the Bio-Savar’s law and the principle of superposition, a mathematical model of the magnetic field of individual straight sections of the busbars has been constructed and an analytical method for calculating the magnetic field of a low-voltage busbars of a transformer substation has been developed, determining the induction of its magnetic field as a whole. The developed method for calculating the magnetic field has been verified, by means of experimental studies on the magnetic measuring stand of the institute of a full-scale laboratory model of a low-voltage busbars of a transformer substation with a power of 100 kVA, that confirmed the coincidence of the calculation results and the experiment with a spread of no more than 5 %. The character of the distribution of the magnetic field over a three-phase low-voltage busbars was determined, which is close to a dipole, which determines the possibility of its effective reduction by simpler active shielding systems with one compensation winding. Wide application of the developed methodology is planned in the creation of new methods and reduction means the magnetic field level of existing built-in transformer substations 6(10)/0.4 kV with a power of 100–1260 kVA to a level that is safe for the population.
Entangled Fates: The Rally Effect around Europe due to Russia's War of Aggression against Ukraine
Authors: Muhammad Muhammad , Undzėnas Domantas 
Published: December 2024

Abstract

The Russian invasion of Ukraine triggered the deadliest conflict in Europe since World War II. There is an extensive literature on the tendency of national leaders to experience a surge of support in times of international crises, which is dubbed as the rally around the flag effect. However, much less attention is paid to whether a similar rally effect could be observed around a supranational flag. This study employs a quasi-experimental design to test whether the EU experienced a surge in support due to the Russian invasion of Ukraine. The results show that a rally around the EU did occur, and that it is best explained by considerations of advantages accorded by a united Europe rather than through a surge in European identity. The study is a cause of optimism regarding the ability of the EU to gain the support of even those who are not emotionally attached to the European project. However, the findings also place the onus on the EU to prove itself a reliable haven from threats for those who put their trust in it, from within and without.
Biological effect of alkaloid enriched fractions and reticuline from the Stephania dielsianaY. C. Wu on promyelocyte HL-60 cell line
Authors: Dimitrova Petya , Doncheva Tsvetelina , Kostova Nadezhda , Uzunova Iveta , Latinova Nikol , Gerasimova Vanya , Dat Nguyen Tien , Giang Do Hoang , Luyen Nguyen Thi 
Published: December 2024

Abstract

Stephania dielsiana Y. C. Wu is a traditional medicinal plant that, like the other species of the genus Stephania, is used in some Asian countries for the treatment of various conditions and diseases. Phytochemical studies have revealed that the species’ therapeutic activity is mainly due to isoquinoline alkaloids. This study focused on the biological effects of S. dielsiana root tuber extract, alkaloid enriched fractions and the isolated alkaloid reticuline on promyelocytic cell line HL-60. Systematic chromatographic techniques were applied to obtain three alkaloid-enriched fractions and eleven pure alkaloids from the methanolic extract of S. dielsiana root tubers. The quantities of alkaloids in the plant extract and its fractions were determined using HPLC method. The biological effects of the extract, alkaloid fractions and the reticuline were evaluated using colorimetric and flow cytometric assays. The crude extract and alkaloid enriched fractions inhibited cell growth at concentrations higher than 50 µg/ml. One of the alkaloid enriched fractions (St-2) affected the synchronicity of proliferation till day 3. Based on the quantification analysis, reticuline was found as the predominant alkaloid in this fraction with the relative content of 64.9%. Reticuline (9.5 µg/ml) modestly affected mitochondrial functions, decreased the level of phosphorylated p38 kinase in non-stimulated cells, but increased stimulus-induced p38 phosphorylation and elevated the CD11b + cells, indicative for myeloid differentiation. In conclusion, we provide evidence that reticuline derived from S. dielsiana root tubers affected growth, proliferation, apoptosis and differentiation of HL-60 cell line.
Solid particle erosion behaviors of walnut shell-filled (acrylic-styrene-acrylate) [ASA] and (polycarbonate/acrylic-styrene-acrylate) [PC/ASA] thermoplastic blend biocomposites
Authors: Sepetcioglu Harun , Demet Seyit Mehmet , Karagöz İdris , Bagci Mehmet 
Published: December 2024

Abstract

The aim of this study is to investigate the solid particle erosion behavior of walnut shell (WS)-filled acrylic-styrene-acrylate (ASA) and polycarbonate/acrylic-styrene-acrylate (PC/ASA) thermoplastic blend composites under various erosion conditions. Erosion resistance tests were conducted using Al₂O₃ particles (600 µm, Mohs hardness 9) as erodent, at a velocity of 34 m/s, with impingement angles ranging from 30° to 90°. Test samples were subjected to these conditions for 24 seconds, and weight loss was measured to determine erosion rates. Key parameters such as density, hardness, and erosion coefficients were also evaluated. Composites with 10 wt.% WS filler exhibited optimal performance, reducing erosion rates by up to 36.7% compared to unfilled PC/ASA blend. Macro and SEM imaging revealed the damage mechanisms, showing less material loss and better surface durability in WS-filled composites. This study demonstrates that incorporating WS into ASA and PC/ASA matrices not only improves erosion resistance but also aligns with the goal of sustainable material development. The results suggest that these composites could be highly effective in industries where materials are exposed to wear and tear from abrasive forces, such as in construction or automotive applications.
Prevalence and Correlates of Mental Health Disorders Among Somali Adults: The Role of Cardiovascular Comorbidities – A Multilevel Analysis of the 2020 Somalia Demographic Health Survey
Authors: Abdikarim Hodo , Ali Mustafe Abdillahi , Abokor Abdirizak Hassan , Abdirashid Hibo , Farih Omer Adam , Abdillahi Asma Mahamoud , Yousuf Abdirashid M. , Muse Abdisalam Hassan 
Published: December 2024

Abstract

Background
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) and mental health disorders share a bidirectional relationship. This study investigates the prevalence and determinants of mental health disorders in Somalia, focusing on the role of CVD comorbidities.
Methods
Data from the 2020 Somalia Demographic Health Survey (SHDS), the first nationally representative survey of its kind, were analyzed. Multilevel logistic regression models examined the association between self-reported mental health disorders and various sociodemographic factors (age, sex, education, marital status, wealth, region, residence) and CVD comorbidities (hypertension, heart disease, stroke) in a sample of 49,389 individuals.
Results
The prevalence of mental health disorders was 0.5%. Significant independent associations were observed with age, education level, marital status, region of residence, and CVD comorbidities. Specifically, individuals aged 41–60 and 61 + years, those who were never married, divorced, or widowed, and those with hypertension, heart disease, or stroke had significantly higher odds of reporting mental health disorders. Nomadic residence was associated with lower odds.
Conclusion
This study highlights a substantial association between CVD and mental health disorders in Somalia, emphasizing the need for integrated approaches to prevention and management. Further research is warranted to explore the causal pathways and inform targeted interventions to address regional disparities and the significant mental health burden associated with CVD in this population.
Diagnosing psoriatic arthritis: A case report and review highlighting the role of imaging despite normal CRP values
Authors: YILMAZ Ebru 
Published: December 2024

Abstract

Psoriatic arthritis (PsA) is an autoimmune disease characterized by the inflammation of the skin (psoriasis), entheses (enthesitis) and joints (arthritis). Although PsA is predominantly associated with peripheral arthritis and enthesitis, a subset of PsA patients have axial disease. Generally, nonspecific markers of active inflammation, such as elevated C-reactive protein (CRP) levels and erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR), are recommended as laboratory markers to promote the diagnosis and measure disease activity in PsA. However, CRP levels do not correlate strongly with disease activity in PsA. This may delay treatment in patients who have active disease despite normal CRP levels. This article presents a case of a patient diagnosed with PsA despite normal CRP levels, emphasizing the importance of imaging in diagnosis and management.
Wavelet Analysis of ENSO Impact on Rainfall Variability in the Andaman Islands: Implications for Climate Resilience and Predictive Modelling
Authors: Kumar Shravan , G Ganesh , Bukke Lavanya 
Published: December 2024

Abstract

In this research project it is explored how El Nino-Southern Oscillation (ENSO) affects rain patterns on Andaman Islands by employing wavelet analysis methods. The primary research goal is to assess temporal correlations between ENSO phases and local rainfall using both Continuous Wavelet Transform (CWT) and Discrete Wavelet Transform (DWT). Methodology utilized included the analysis of Oceanic Nino Index (ONI) data coupled with local rainfall statistics; Pearson and Spearman correlation coefficients were then employed to establish relationships. Results revealed a moderate negative relationship (Pearson coefficient =-0.31) between ONI values and annual rainfall; higher ONI levels associated with El Nino events tend to correlate to reduced precipitation across the region. Additionally, using Long Short-Term Memory (LSTM) neural networks in predictive modelling significantly improved forecast accuracy as evidenced by their R-squared value of 0.95 and their relative risk-maximization error estimate of 0.15. This implies a complex interrelation between global climate events and regional hydrological responses; further challenging prior assumptions of ENSO's effects. These insights contribute to improving regional climate dynamics knowledge, underscoring the role of ENSO in rainfall variability prediction, supporting improved climate resilience efforts as well as predictive modelling efforts in Andaman Islands.