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Entre el culto a la feminidad y la reivindicación feminista: las revistas femeninas en Marruecos en la segunda mitad del siglo XX
Authors: González Navarro Ana 
Published: November 2024

En la década de 1960 en Marruecos, coincidiendo con una época de cambio cultural y político, la prensa marroquí vivió un nuevo fenómeno: la aparición de revistas concebidas por, para y sobre mujeres. Este artículo parte de la idea de que el estudio de estas revistas resulta esencial tanto para entender las políticas de género como para trazar la historia intelectual del feminismo en Marruecos. Por ello, propone un recorrido por el desarrollo de la prensa femenina marroquí desde su surgimiento en los años sesenta hasta la actualidad, para analizar la evolución de sus concepciones sobre el papel que debían desempeñar las mujeres en la sociedad marroquí. Desde una perspectiva de género y feminista, el artículo examina el contenido de estas revistas que contribuyeron tanto a perpetuar estereotipos patriarcales sobre las mujeres marroquíes como a plasmar las primeras reivindicaciones feministas en Marruecos.
An ethnopharmacological study and the therapeutic reference values of phytomedicines used for relieving minor CNS disorders
Authors: Al-Halaseh Lidia K , Al-Samydai Ali , Al-Thunaibat Bayan , AlAdwan Safwan 
Published: November 2024

The current study aims to evaluate the practice of prescribing and dispensing herbal medicines by patients and herbalists for treating minor CNS disorders. Two groups of participants were recruited: adults who admitted using herbal medications and herbalists. A questionnaire with multiple compartments was distributed using social media. The sample size was 384, which was compatible with the non-probability convenience sampling strategy. The reference therapeutic, used and combined values were computed. The majority of the respondents were females (69 %) in their second and third decades (36.2 and 34.9 respectively), acquired at least a college degree (~72.9 %). They admitted having a good knowledge of alternative therapy and considered them safe (76.8 % and 58.6 % respectively). Around 55 % of the respondents have trust issues with health service providers and prefer to seek the help of expert herbalists. The computed therapeutic values disclosed significant differences between the analyzed herbs. The highest parameter was for the anise (0.4133 ± 0.11719), reflecting that it has the highest concentration. Peppermint occupied the second order (0.19 ± 0.036060). Tea placed third (0.1333 ± 0.07572), followed by chamomile (0.1033 ± 0.10017), Ginger (0.0333 ± 0.03055) and lemon balm (0.05 ± 0.05568). Rosemary and Marjoram showed comparatively lower means. The herbalists were in complete agreement on the use of anise and chamomile for anxiety, lemon balm and anise for insomnia, hibiscus for tachycardia, caraway for COVID-related stress and cinnamon for premenstrual syndrome. Despite the approved efficiency and safety of some herbal remedies, it is mandatory to strengthen trust in healthcare.
Comprehensive insights into the risks of climatic factors on rice production and its value chain- A Review
Authors: Nagaraj Rajarajan Anand , Geethalakshmi Vellingiri , Manonmani Swaminathan , Ravikumar Rajagounder , Murugananthi Dhandapani , Bhuvaneswari Kulanthaivel , Senthilraja Kandasamy , Kumar Shanmugam Mohan , Kumar Manikkam Selva 
Published: November 2024

Climate change is the most serious problem of the last two centuries. It is being observed as a silent threat to global food production, leading to food insecurity for the burgeoning population. Rice is an important food crop and has also been identified as sensitive and highly vulnerable to climate change. Global rice production is affected by climate change and will soon be seen as a food security threat. Climatic factors like temperature, rainfall, wind speed, relative humidity, and solar radiation significantly impact physiological, biochemical and morphological traits, eventually resulting in a decline in yield. The whole process is discussed in this review. Several previous studies focused more on the impact of climate change on the productivity and production of crops without paying any or less attention to the vulnerability of value chain actors to climate risks and climate-related losses in the value chain. The climate risk management by value chain approach establishes connections between input suppliers, farmers, processors, retailers and consumers, identifying risks and formulating adaptation and mitigation strategies at every stage across the value chain. The identified appropriate strategy from the review, including climate-resilient rice varieties, conservation agricultural practices, climate-smart cultivation and water management techniques, could reduce the impact of climate change and enhance food security.
Valoración de los parámetros de investigación de los analizadores hematológicos de la serie XN (Sysmex®) como marcadores de displasia en sangre perifèrica
Authors: Aguadero Vicente , López-Molina María , Ruíz Míriam , Regidor Diana , Celma Gemma 
Published: November 2024

Resumen

Objectivos
Los síndromes mielodisplásicos (SMD) son trastornos clonales hematopoyéticos caracterizados por citopenias en sangre periférica, displasia celular y riesgo de progresión a leucemia aguda. Estudios recientes reportan que algunos parámetros de investigación de los analizadores Sysmex XN-1000®, tales como fracción de plaquetas inmaduras (IPF), Índice de granulación de neutròfilos (Neu-GI), o ancho de distribución plaquetar (PDW), muestran relación con el hallazgo de displasia en sangre periférica. El objetivo es evaluar el grado de asociación de parámetros hematimétricos clásicos y de investigación con la presencia de displasia, y obtener un modelo multivariante que permita su predicción con elevada probabilidad.

Métodos
Se estudiaron 75 pacientes mayores de 60 años con anemia, leucopenia o trombopenia, sin déficit de factores madurativos ni enfermedades hematológicas, utilizando el analizador XN-1000 (Sysmex).

Resultados
Se observó displasia en el 32 % de los pacientes. Neu-GI, PDW e IPF muestran diferencias significativas entre pacientes con y sin displasia. Neu-GI reporta la mayor capacidad predictiva (AUC=0,98), sin que la adición de PDW o IPF la incremente de forma significativa. Un valor de Neu-GI≤146ch predice displasia con VPP=90 %.

Conclusiones
Neu-GI es el parámetro más asociado con displasia. Un valor Neu-GI ≤146ch indica alta probabilidad de displasia y justifica la revisión del frotis sanguíneo, mientras que valores >152ch sugieren baja probabilidad de displasia.
Exploring unobserved heterogeneity of speech fluency and its dynamic interactions with emotions
Authors: Yu Hanjing , Peng Hongying 
Published: November 2024

Abstract
The present study utilized a parallel-process growth mixture modeling technique to investigate the heterogeneity in the development of speech fluency at the (sub)group level, and to explore the interrelationships between speech fluency and different types of emotions among 126 Chinese EFL learners for four months. The study identified salient patterns emergent out of the developmental process of speech fluency, with two developmental patterns for speech rate and two for mean length of run respectively. Interaction dynamics between speech fluency and different emotions were also revealed, with anxiety and enjoyment both negatively affecting the development of L2 speech fluency over time. This study shows that parallel-process growth mixture modeling is an efficient method for identifying the heterogeneity of language development within a larger population and for exploring dynamic relations over time.
Torilis arvensis ethanolic extract: Phytochemical analysis, antifungal efficacy, and cytotoxicity properties
Authors: Khalil Abdallah , Abdelwahab Eman A. , Sharaf Omaima A. , Al-Askar Abdulaziz A. , Kowalczewski Przemysław , Abdelkhalek Ahmed , Behiry Said 
Published: November 2024

Abstract
The aim of the current study is to assess the phytochemical contents, antifungal activity, and cytotoxicity characteristics of an ethanolic extract derived from the entire Torilis arvensis plant. High-performance liquid chromatography examination of the extract revealed that the primary phenolic components were benzoic, o-coumaric, and vanillic acids with concentrations of 259.1, 220.4, and 111.3 µg/g of extract, respectively. The highest flavonoids were catechol (117.9 µg/g) and kaempferol (108.7 µg/g). The extract is notable for its high concentration of long-chain saturated and unsaturated fatty acids, as well as its presence of 17 gas chromatography-mass spectrometry bioactive chemicals. Three soil-borne pathogenic fungi, Rhizoctonia solani, Fusarium solani, and Fusarium oxysporum, were molecularly identified and assessed for the antifungal activity of the extract. The extract showed the highest growth inhibition against R. solani, F. oxysporum, and F. solani at 300 µg/mL, with inhibition rates of 88.9, 71.5, and 67.8%, respectively. T. arvensis treatments were generally non-toxic after proceeding with cytotoxicity assay on the onion root tip cells, with no chromosomal abnormalities detected even at the highest concentration (300 µg/mL). These findings highlight the potential of T. arvensis extract as a safe and effective antifungal agent with a rich phytochemical profile.
Teachers’ perceptions and design of small-scale chemistry driven STEM learning activities
Authors: Tantayanon Supawan , Faikhamta Chatree , Prasoplarb Tharuesean , Panyanukit Pongsatorn 
Published: November 2024

Abstract
This qualitative study investigates how teachers perceive and design Small-Scale Chemistry driven STEM Learning Activities (SSC-STEM) in their teaching practice. While small-scale chemistry experiments offer numerous advantages for chemistry education, there is limited research on their integration into STEM education frameworks. This study examined teachers’ understanding, perceptions, and lesson design practices when implementing SSC-STEM activities. Fifty teachers from Thailand, Sri Lanka, and the Philippines participated in SSC-STEM training. Data were collected through questionnaires that explored teachers’ perceptions and analyzed their STEM lesson designs. The findings reveal that teachers demonstrate positive perceptions of SSC-STEM, particularly regarding its potential to foster STEM literacy and environmental consciousness. The analysis of lesson designs showed the successful integration of small-scale chemistry experiments with real-world environmental challenges, although teachers faced challenges in certain implementation aspects. High scores in teamwork (4.63) and self-directed learning (4.73) contrasted with lower scores in teaching performance (2.88) and teaching strategies (2.94), indicating areas needing professional development support. This study contributes to the understanding of how small-scale chemistry can be effectively integrated into STEM education while promoting sustainable development practices. These findings provide insights for teacher preparation programs and curriculum development for implementing integrated STEM approaches using small-scale chemistry experiments.
Behind the scenes of theatrical meaning: a social semiotic approach to inter- and intramodal interactions in performance
Authors: Ghazvineh Arash , Fahimifar Asghar 
Published: November 2024

Abstract
This article adopts a Social Semiotic perspective to meaning-making in theater, contending that such an approach is essential for comprehensively addressing the intricate interrelations among the diverse sign systems inherent to the theatrical domain. While existing scholarly literature acknowledges the complex nature of meaning construction in theater and underscores the importance of analyzing the interplay between various sign systems, there exists a notable paucity of in-depth explanations regarding the systematic modeling and further exploration of these interrelationships. Recognizing this gap, the present study endeavors to bridge this gap by demonstrating the efficacy of incorporating a Social Semiotic framework into the current discourse on theater semiotics. Through a comparative analysis of English and Persian renditions of Robert Bolt’s play A Man for All Seasons, this research illustrates the applicability of such a perspective in enhancing the understanding of meaning-making in theater as a rich multimodal text. The findings demonstrate that a Social Semiotic framework not only acknowledges the pivotal role of inter- and intramodal interactions in theatrical meaning-making but also offers a comprehensive toolkit for interrogating such interactions more effectively.
The Religion of Illiberals and the Anti-Gender Backlash
Authors: Palazzo Nausica 
Published: November 2024

Abstract
In illiberal contexts, religion can be mobilized to support conservative legal reforms in the areas of gender, sexuality, and reproduction. However, the role of religion in illiberal agendas that roll back the rights of women and LGBTQ populations is unclear and the subject of scholarly debate. This article seeks to add a greater level of granularity to these discussions. It takes the role of “Christianity” in illiberal contexts in Europe as a case study and triangulates three theoretical perspectives. A first perspective stresses the contribution of Christianity to anti-gender backlash (doctrinal, institutional, and material); a second one highlights the distinct contribution of illiberal politicians; a third one tackles the problem by collapsing binary oppositions under a queer theory framework (such as that between gender and religion, and illiberal politicians and their followers). Ultimately, adding granularity to these discussions can help make sense of the current moment.
To Die and to Kill for a Multicultural State
Authors: Mautner Menachem 
Published: November 2024

Abstract
Israel’s conduct in the Occupied Territories in recent decades has been profoundly affected by three theologies: the messianic-kabalistic theology of Rabbi Abraham Yitzhak Ha-Cohen Kook and his son Rabbi Zvi Yehuda Ha-Cohen Kook; the messianic-Hasidic-kabalistic-racist theology of Rabbi Yitzhak Ginsburg; the violent, racist theology of Rabbi Meir Kahane. In the spirit of the three theologies, Israeli politics of the past four and a half decades has set the continuous possession of Judea and Samaria, and the deepening and expansion of the settlement project therein, as the supreme goal of Zionism, Jewish nationalism. Moreover, the three theologies dictated much of the settlement policies of the government. Additionally, the three theologies have dictated much of the daily practices to which the Palestinian residents of the Territories have been subjected. All of this means that soldiers who are required to serve in the Occupied Territories, to die in them, and to kill Palestinians in the course of their military service therein, have been subjected to a politics motivated, to a substantial extent, by a religious culture premised on religious theologies. If such soldiers wish to refuse to abide by the orders given them to serve in the Occupied Territories, they can resort to the two traditional doctrines recgnized by liberal jurisprudence: the doctrine of civil disobedience and the doctrine of conscientous objection (Often there is an overlapp between the two defences). I argue that in addition to these two traditional doctrines, secular soldiers who are asked to serve in the Occupied Territories may resort to a doctrine I call “culture-based refusal.”
Oxidative stress regulates glycogen synthase kinase-3 in lymphocytes of diabetes mellitus patients complicated with cerebral infarction
Authors: Wang Man , Qu Ying , Wang Shujin , Qu Zhongsen 
Published: November 2024

Abstract

Objective
To explore the role of oxidative stress on glycogen synthase kinase-3 in lymphocytes of diabetes mellitus (DM) patients complicated with cerebral infarction (CI).

Materials and methods
A total of 186 DM patients were enrolled according to the inclusion criteria and exclusion criteria, including 89 DM patients alone (DM group) and 97 DM patients with CI (DM + CI) group. Eighty-one patients with CI were selected as the CI group, and 80 normal subjects over 50 years were selected as the control group. Superoxide dismutase (SOD) activity, glutathione peroxidase (GSH-Px) activity, and malondialdehyde (MDA) content in serum were determined by colorimetric assays. Phosphorylation of GSK-3β was measured by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay.

Results
(1) Compared with the control group, the SOD and GSH-Px activities in the DM group and DM + CI group were decreased, accompanied by higher MDA content. Furthermore, phosphorylation of GSK-3β was decreased. (2) In the DM + CI group, SOD activity was decreased on days 7 and 10 and month 3 compared to the CI group and was decreased on day 7 compared to the DM group. MDA content was increased from day 0 to month 3 compared to the CI group. On days 1, 7, and 10, GSH-Px activity was lower than the DM group, and on day 10 and month 3, it was lower than the CI group. Phosphorylation of GSK-3β was decreased on days 7 and 10 compared to the DM group and was decreased from day 1 to month 3 compared to the CI group.

Conclusion
In the present study, we demonstrated that the oxidative stress in peripheral lymphocytes of DM patients complicated with CI was stronger, and the GSK-3 activity was higher. It suggested that oxidative stress might enhance the GSK-3 activity, which might provide a diagnostic and therapeutic approach for DM complicated with CI, and targeting GSK-3 is a promising therapeutic target for the treatment of type 2 diabetes and its complications.
The role of perioperative treatment in radiation-associated soft tissue sarcomas
Authors: Zasadziński Konrad , Spałek Mateusz Jacek 
Published: November 2024

Abstract
Radiation-associated soft tissue sarcomas (RA-STS) is a rare malignancy that may be associated with prior irradiation. RA-STS cases exhibit distinct biological traits, including higher genomic instability and immune cell infiltration, compared to de novo sarcomas, Treatment is complex, with worse outcomes than primary sarcomas due to challenges in obtaining clear surgical margins. However, the role of perioperative treatment remains controversial and unclear. The aim of this article was to briefly review the available evidence that may serve as a guideline for the selection of patients for perioperative radiotherapy and chemotherapy. The clinical data reviewed in this article show that perioperative chemotherapy and radiotherapy can be performed in selected patients without excessive risk of normal tissue toxicity and good functional outcomes in patients with RA-STS. This review highlights the need for further research into advanced radiotherapy, such as proton therapy, and the potential role of (neo)adjuvant chemotherapy in improving RA-STS outcomes.
The Law – An Impossible Discipline
Authors: Engel Christoph 
Published: November 2024

Abstract
The European Association of Law and Economics at some intervals grants a Lifetime Achievement Award and Honorary Membership to a scholar “for his or her significant contributions to the field of Law and Economics, in particular to the development of this scientific movement in Europe.” This paper is the award lecture delivered by Christoph Engel at the Annual Meeting of the European Association of Law and Economics, held in Torino on September, 12, 2024.
Old Seals in New Contexts at Kassite Basmaya: Sealing Devices, Collectibles, and Heirlooms
Authors: Almamori Haider Oraibi , Abod Taha , Swadi Karim , Lassen Agnete Wisti 
Published: November 2024

Abstract
The seals and seal impressions from the site of Basmaya, a provincial Kassite town close to the Tigris-Diyala river junction, comprise five cylinder seals, a possible ring-seal, a sealed clay lump, and a cuneiform document impressed with a fingernail. All seals were found in domestic contexts, recovered from the floors and fill in the rooms of two large houses. Only two of the seals are contemporary with the context in which they were found. The three others, a Mitanni seal and two Old Babylonian seals, predate the Kassite period. Through a contextual analysis, this paper will propose that the Basmaya seals were conceptualized and used in different ways at the site, including as sealing devices—as expected—but also as collectibles and/or ornaments.
Seminal proteoforms from bulls with contrasting semen freezability: a story deciphered by top-down mass spectrometry
Authors: Guedes de Azevedo Viana Arabela , Gomes Fabio Pereira , Kaya Abdullah , Diedrich Jolene , Topper Einko , Di Silvestre Dario , Machado-Neves Mariana , Memili Erdogan , Moura Arlindo Alencar , Yates John R 
Published: November 2024

In briefBovine sperm and seminal plasma (SP) proteoform atlas was characterized using top-down proteomics. Specific post-translational modifications and protein truncations correlated with semen freezability, with potential links to sperm functional processes.AbstractTop-down proteomics was employed to construct a proteoform atlas of sperm and SP from bulls with low semen freezability (LF) and high semen freezability (HF). Sperm and seminal proteins were fractionated by tandem size exclusion chromatography (<30 kDa) and analyzed by reversed-phase liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry. This approach enabled identification of 299 SP (from 46 families) and 267 sperm proteoforms (from 139 families). Seventy proteoforms belonging to beta-defensin 10, c-type natriuretic peptide (NPPC), caltrin, seminal ribonuclease, osteopontin and binder of sperm protein (BSP) 3 families were unique to HF bulls’ SP. LF seminal proteins had 77 unique proteoforms, including caltrin, NPPC, osteopontin, BSP3, serpin family A member 5 and β-NGF families. Proteoform families of SP in HF and LF bulls were related to Ca2+ uptake, capacitation, acrosome reaction, sperm protection, fertilization and proteolytic processes. Thirty-three proteoforms of NPPC, caltrin and cylicin-2 families were upregulated in HF sperm. Twenty-two proteoforms of caltrin, cylicin-2, adenosine triphosphate (ATP) synthases and malate dehydrogenase families were among those upregulated in LF sperm. Truncated and acetylated histone H2A and non-truncated and acetylated c-Myc-binding protein were prevalent in LF sperm. Cylicin-2 proteoforms were observed in HF and LF sperm, and truncated glyceraldehyde-3-phosphate dehydrogenases were observed only in HF sperm. In silico analyses indicated the enrichment of mitochondrial metabolic pathways in HF sperm, including fatty acid metabolism and TCA cycle. Our study provides an unprecedented description of the bovine SP and sperm proteoforms. Post-translational processing appears to define the bioproperties of semen proteins and their associations with sperm cryoresistance.