bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
The SN 2023ixf Progenitor in M101. II. Properties
Authors: Van Dyk Schuyler D. , Srinivasan Sundar , Andrews Jennifer E. , Soraisam Monika , Szalai Tamás , Howell Steve B. , Isaacson Howard , Matheson Thomas , Petigura Erik , Scicluna Peter , Stephens Andrew W. , Van Zandt Judah , Zheng WeiKang , Chun Sang-Hyun , Fillippenko Alexei V. 
Published: June 2024

Abstract
We follow our first paper with an analysis of the ensemble of the extensive preexplosion ground- and space-based infrared observations of the red supergiant (RSG) progenitor candidate for the nearby core-collapse supernova SN 2023ixf in Messier 101, together with optical data prior to the explosion obtained with the Hubble Space Telescope (HST). We have confirmed the association of the progenitor candidate with the supernova (SN), as well as constrained the metallicity at the SN site, based on SN observations with instruments at Gemini-North. The internal host extinction to the SN has also been confirmed from a high-resolution Keck spectrum. We fit the observed spectral energy distribution (SED) for the star, accounting for its intrinsic variability, with dust radiative-transfer modeling, which assumes a silicate-rich dust shell ahead of the underlying stellar photosphere. The star is heavily dust obscured, likely the dustiest progenitor candidate yet encountered. We found median estimates of the star’s effective temperature and luminosity of 2770 K and 9.0 × 104
L
⊙, with 68% credible intervals of 2340–3150 K and (7.5–10.9) × 104
L
⊙, respectively. The candidate may have a Galactic RSG analog, IRC −10414, with a strikingly similar SED and luminosity. Via comparison with single-star evolutionary models we have constrained the initial mass of the progenitor candidate from 12 M
⊙ to as high as 14 M
⊙. We have had available to us an extraordinary view of the SN 2023ixf progenitor candidate, which should be further followed up in future years with HST and the James Webb Space Telescope.
Current Sheet Alignment in Oblique Black Hole Magnetospheres: A Black Hole Pulsar?
Authors: Selvi S. , Porth O. , Ripperda B. , Sironi L. 
Published: June 2024

Abstract
We study the magnetospheric evolution of a nonaccreting spinning black hole (BH) with an initially inclined split monopole magnetic field by means of 3D general relativistic magnetohydrodynamic simulations. This serves as a model for a neutron star (NS) collapse or a BH–NS merger remnant after the inherited magnetosphere has settled into a split monopole field creating a striped wind. We show that the initially inclined split monopolar current sheet aligns over time with the BH equatorial plane. The inclination angle evolves exponentially toward alignment, with an alignment timescale that is inversely proportional to the square of the BH angular velocity, where higher spin results in faster alignment. Furthermore, magnetic reconnection in the current sheet leads to exponential decay of event-horizon-penetrating magnetic flux with nearly the same timescale for all considered BH spins. In addition, we present relations for the BH mass and spin in terms of the period and alignment timescale of the striped wind. The explored scenario of a rotating, aligning, and reconnecting current sheet can potentially lead to multimessenger electromagnetic counterparts to a gravitational-wave event due to the acceleration of particles powering high-energy radiation, plasmoid mergers resulting in coherent radio signals, and pulsating emission due to the initial misalignment of the BH magnetosphere.
Politique de dividendes et qualité des résultats : une relation curvilinéaire
Authors: Allani Ghassen , Mard Yves 
Published: June 2024

Cette étude examine l’impact de la politique de dividendes sur la qualité des résultats dans le contexte français sur la période 1994-2018. En utilisant quatre mesures de la qualité des résultats, nous constatons une relation en forme de U inversé entre le niveau des dividendes et la qualité des résultats. La qualité des résultats s’améliore lorsque le dividende augmente jusqu’à un certain niveau de distribution. Au-delà de ce seuil, l’augmentation du dividende entraîne une baisse de la qualité des résultats. Nous observons également que la diminution de la persistance des résultats, observée pour les valeurs élevées des ratios de dividendes, s’explique par la gestion des résultats. De plus, nous constatons que la relation curvilinéaire observée est moins marquée pour les grandes entreprises et pour les entreprises dont les dividendes sont volatils. Nos résultats dans le contexte français étendent la littérature existante et permettent de réconcilier les résultats divergents des travaux antérieurs.
Infangare le aristocrazie nei processi politici tardorepubblicani: l’accusa di (in)constantia e simulatio
Authors: Traversa Luciano 
Published: June 2024

Résumé Résumé : Cette étude porte sur les atteintes à l’honneur de l’aristocratie dans les procès politiques, c’est-à-dire un trait distinctif de la République romaine tardive. La conflictualité généralisée et la concurrence de ces années sont attestées par l’éloquence judiciaire qui sera une source privilégiée dans ces pages. En particulier, nous avons l’intention d’enquêter sur les arguments rhétoriques de l’ inconstantia / constantia et de la simulatio , souvent utilisés conjointement pour ternir l’image de la noblesse, avec des différences entre les attaques infligées à l’aristocratie traditionnelle et celles dirigées contre la nouvelle noblesse formée après la guerre sociale. À travers une étude diachronique de ce type d’attaques, un cas remontant à l’époque des Gracques sera comparé à certains événements remontant au i er siècle avant J.-C. et reconstruits du point de vue de Cicéron.
Le meurtre de Trebonius par Dolabella dans les Philippiques de Cicéron : corps pénétrés, jouissants, souffrants
Authors: Akar Philippe 
Published: June 2024

Résumé Résumé : En février 43, Cicéron consacra le début de sa 11 e Philippique au récit du meurtre de Trebonius, qui avait participé à l’assassinat de César, par Dolabella, partisan du dictateur défunt. Cicéron raconta cet épisode selon une opposition entre le corps indigne de Dolabella, abject en raison de ses vices et de son incapacité à modérer ses pulsions, et le corps idéal de Trebonius, ses vertus le rendant impénétrable à la douleur et aux tortures que lui infligea Dolabella. Or ce récit n’est pas corroboré par d’autres sources, et il intervint alors que le Sénat avait déjà déclaré Dolabella ennemi public. Par la description des tortures infligées à Trebonius, Cicéron tentait de faire du corps absent de Trebonius, jeté à la mer sur ordre de Dolabella, ce qu’avait été celui de César pour ses partisans, une présence rendant impossible de renoncer à la vengeance.
Le sang lave-t-il l’honneur à Rome ?
Authors: Greggi-Badel Candice 
Published: June 2024

Résumé Résumé : Dans le modèle anthropologique de l’« honneur méditerranéen », le déshonneur est vu comme une tache que le sang peut laver, en raison de sa fonction purificatrice. Un homme offensé peut laver son honneur en faisant couler le sang de son ennemi comme une femme déshonorée peut laver le sien en faisant couler son propre sang par le suicide. Cet article désire vérifier l’existence de ce modèle dans la Rome antique à travers l’analyse des œuvres de quatre auteurs, Cicéron, Tite-Live, Valère Maxime et Sénèque. La réponse est négative car les Romains pensent que le sang de la blessure, le cruor , a un effet corrupteur et de plus le rapprochent du vin et non de l’eau. Les contre‑exemples proposés – le suicide de Lucrèce et le meurtre de Virginie chez Tite-Live et Valère Maxime – se rapportent à une logique différente. L’expression sanguine luo ou abluo existe bien chez Cicéron et Sénèque, mais elle y a le sens de « camoufler » et non de « purifier ».
Perceptions of the Lausanne Treaty in the Greek public sphere
Authors: Michailidis Iakovos D. 
Published: June 2024

Abstract: the article focuses on the reception of the Treaty of Lausanne in Greece from 1923 until today. It argues that the Treaty was disadvantageous to Greece, due to its defeat in the war with Turkey from 1919 to 1922. During the interwar period, the Treaty was criticized by several sides, mainly regarding the compulsory exchange of the Greek and Turkish populations. However, the majority of Greeks accepted it as the only option. From the early 1930s onwards, the Treaty of Lausanne gradually became a fundamental pillar of Greek foreign policy. Today, Greece strongly supports the implementation of the Treaty of Lausanne, often accusing Turkey of violating it.
Crétois, Musulman, Turc, Crétois musulman : la ronde des identités, Candie-Ayvalık-Héraklion
Authors: Dalègre Joëlle 
Published: June 2024

Résumé : entre 1866 et 1924, des dizaines de milliers de Crétois, renégats puis assimilés à des Turcs en raison de leur conversion à l’islam, doivent quitter leur île et deviennent des « moitiés d’infidèles » en Turquie où Atatürk travaille à les turquifier. Depuis la fin du xxe siècle, on assiste cependant à la résurgence d’une identité crétoise qui pousse leurs petits-enfants à se présenter comme Turcs et Crétois musulmans à la fois, tout en cultivant ce qui est, ou ce qu’ils imaginent être, leur héritage crétois. Le silence qui recouvrait ces « infidèles » aux deux pays disparaît, les études et les échanges se multiplient. C’est ce parcours identitaire qui est l’objet de cet article.
Présences de la diaspora arménienne en Grèce après le traité de Lausanne
Authors: Pitsos Nicolas 
Published: June 2024

Résumé : cet article propose une synthèse panoramique sur la formation d’une communauté gréco-arménienne en Grèce après 1923. Il s’agit d’étudier d’une part, les conditions d’installation des réfugiés arméniens et leur répartition sur le territoire grec ainsi que les dynamiques démographiques de cette population au fil du temps. D’autre part, l’organisation sociale et la vie culturelle de cette communauté sont également mises en avant.
Comment Aristote intègre la méthode de division dans l’analytique
Authors: McCONAUGHEY Zoé 
Published: June 2024

Aristote entretient un rapport complexe avec la méthode de division qu’il hérite de Platon : tantôt il la critique en la taxant d’inefficace et la compare à un syllogisme « sans force », tantôt il affirme qu’il s’agit d’une « petite partie » de la méthode analytique qu’il avance (APr. I, 31). Un parcours dans le « pont aux ânes » des Premiers Analytiques (I, 27‑31) montrera d’une part comment Aristote intègre une grande partie de la division à l’analytique, à savoir les principes de la division (découvrir les différences, percevoir les similitudes) déjà très présents dans les Topiques, ainsi que les « paliers » de division permettant de constituer des listes de termes, et d’autre part comment il réduit le reste de la division à des déductions à partir d’hypothèse (I, 29), ce qui lui permet de maintenir la prétention d’exhaustivité de sa méthode analytique.
Comparison of intrathecal morphine versus erector spinae block for postoperative analgesia in patients with end-stage kidney disease undergoing kidney transplantation: A randomised clinical study
Authors: Mittal Saurabh , Bhardwaj Medha , Shekhrajka Praveenkumar , Goyal Vipin Kumar 
Published: June 2024

Background and Aims:Intrathecal morphine (ITM) or erector spinae plane (ESP) block reduces postsurgical pain in patients who underwent kidney transplantation surgeries. We aimed to compare the effectiveness of both modalities in terms of duration and quality of postoperative analgesia along with postoperative fentanyl consumption.Methods:We conducted a randomised study and analysed 60 patients posted for elective live-related kidney transplantation surgery. They were randomised into two groups. Group M patients received ITM, whereas Group E patients received ESP block. We standardised the postoperative analgesia for both groups with intravenous fentanyl-based patient-controlled analgesia. The primary outcome was to compare the quality of analgesia using the numerical rating scale score between the groups. The secondary outcome was to observe the effect of both modalities on the duration of analgesia, postoperative fentanyl consumption, rescue analgesics requirement, catheter-related bladder discomfort and any complications.Results:We found significantly lower pain scores at rest and while coughing in Group M at all time intervals, except at 24 h while coughing. The mean time to first analgesia requirement was significantly longer in Group M than in Group E (P= 0.002). No significant difference was found in postoperative consumption of total fentanyl (P= 0.065) and rescue analgesia in both groups. In Group M, there was significantly more nausea, vomiting and pruritus (P= 0.001).Conclusions:ITM provides long-lasting postoperative analgesia at the cost of higher side effects than ESP block.
Comparison of Analgesic Efficacy of Continuous Adductor Canal Block versus Single-shot Adductor Canal Block Using Ropivacaine for Unilateral Total Knee Arthroplasty: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Authors: Choudhary Ashish , Gupta Arushi , Sahni Ameeta , Mehta Khushboo 
Published: June 2024

Abstract

Context:
Total knee arthroplasty (TKA) associated with moderate-to-severe surgical site pain postoperatively requires multimodal analgesia for which adductor canal block (ACB) is an effective modality.

Aims:
The aim of this study was to compare the analgesic efficacy of continuous versus single-shot ACB in patients undergoing unilateral TKA.

Settings and Design:
It was a prospective randomized controlled trial carried out in a tertiary care hospital.

Materials and Methods:
Sixty patients (18–65 years) undergoing unilateral TKA were prospectively randomized into continuous (CACB) and single (SACB) shot adductor canal blockade groups. Postoperative ultrasound-guided ACB was given, and the Visual Analog Scale (VAS) scores, time to first rescue analgesia, and total amount of analgesia required in 24 and 48 h were noted. Straight leg raise (SLR) test and maximum knee extension test were performed to check for quadriceps muscle strength.

Statistical Analysis:
Both the groups were compared using appropriate statistical tests, with P < 0.05 considered statistically significant.

Results:
In both the demographically comparable groups, VAS scores were similar at 0, 4, 8, and 12 h postsurgery, but higher in the SACB group at 24 (P < 0.0001) and 48 h (P = 0.02), needing rescue analgesia in 4 out of 30 patients. One out of 30 patients of the SACB group could not perform the SLR test on the 1st postoperative day. Knee extension was present in all 60 patients.

Conclusions:
ACB is a pure sensory block. CACB provides a longer duration of analgesia; however, SACB can be an equally useful alternative in resource-limited settings, to avoid catheter dislodgement, risk of infection, and need for continuous monitoring.
Out-of-pocket and catastrophic health expenditure among patients of sexually transmitted infections at a tertiary care center: A cross-sectional study
Authors: Suvirya Swastika , Tripathi Srishti , Shukla Mukesh , Verma Parul , Kar Sujita Kumar , Sachan Sonal 
Published: June 2024

Abstract

Context:
Economic burden imposed by sexually transmitted infections (STIs) is substantial in low-middle-income countries like India, in spite of the fact that national programs for controlling STIs are operational.

Aims:
The aim of this study was to estimate the out-of-pocket expenses and catastrophic health expenditure (CHE) incurred by patients of STIs and analyze expenditure pattern in relation to various clinical and sociodemographic characteristics.

Settings and Design:
This was a hospital-based cross-sectional study among patients attending Suraksha Clinic.

Subject and Methods:
The study was conducted among patients aged ≥18 years. Data were collected regarding various direct and indirect expenses incurred, after adjusting any reimbursement or waive off. Total costs exceeding 10% of annual household income were considered catastrophic. Stepwise regression analysis was used to analyze predictors, and P < 0.05 was considered statistically significant.

Results:
Out of 157 patients, most were suffering from herpetic ulcers (27.4%). The median and interquartile range (IQR) for total OOPE of STI management was `1950 (IQR 1035–5725). Direct expenditure constituted major expenses with a median of `1850 (IQR 787.50–5385.0). The cost of STI management was catastrophic in 15.2% of cases. Lower socioeconomic status, longer traveling distance, overnight stay as a part of seeking treatment at Suraksha Clinic, previous history of other than allopathic treatment, and quack consultation were found to be independent predictors of CHE.

Conclusions:
Despite free diagnostic and treatment services to STI patients under the National AIDS Control Programme, many incurred considerable costs and catastrophic expenditure toward STI care. Better outreach of health services is required to maximize STI control and lower financial morbidity.
A case report of donovanosis in HIV-positive female
Authors: Kumari Niharika , Agarwal Aanchal , Mohan Atul , Singh Satyendra Kumar 
Published: June 2024

Abstract
Donovanosis is a chronic granulomatous ulcerative sexually transmitted infection caused by Klebsiella (Calymmatobacterium) granulomatis. A 39-year-old female patient with underlying HIV infection presented to the department of dermatology outpatient department with a painless ulcer over the left labia majora for 3 months. Histopathological examination revealed histiocyte which contains granular material resembling coccobacilli and Giemsa staining was positive for Donovan bodies. She was treated with doxycycline 100 mg twice daily and azithromycin 1 g once weekly for 3 weeks and further azithromycin 1 g weekly for the next 9 weeks till complete healing of the lesion. Due to the rarity of this condition in our region, we present this case of donovanosis in an HIV-positive female patient.
Nevus comedonicus of glans with unusual morphology due to manipulation
Authors: Patel Varniraj , Verma Vaishnavi 
Published: June 2024

Abstract
Nevus comedonicus, an uncommon skin condition, was originally termed “comedo nevus” by Kofmann in 1895. It is characterized by the clusters of pits-containing black keratinous plugs resembling blackheads. Conventionally, nevus comedonicus manifests at birth (in 50% of cases) or during the first decade of life. The commonly affected areas include the head, neck, chest, upper, and lower limbs, with patterns ranging from unilateral, bilateral, linear, interrupted, segmental, to blaschkoid. While genital nevus comedonicus is rare, some cases have been reported. In this report, we present a case of nevus comedonicus on the glans, underscoring the importance of considering nonsexually transmitted disease-related causes for genital lesions.
The effect of bioactive glass-based, bioceramic based and epoxy amine resin based root canal sealers on post-obturation pain: A double blinded randomized controlled trial
Authors: Nagpal Ritesh , Taneja Sonali , Bhalla Vidhi Kiran 
Published: June 2024

Abstract

Aim:
The aim of this study was to compare the effect of two calcium silicate-based and an epoxy resin-based root canal sealers on postoperative pain and analgesic intake following single-visit root canal treatment.

Materials and Method:
Ninety patients with at least one first or second molar tooth diagnosed as symptomatic irreversible pulpitis and symptomatic apical periodontitis were selected and allocated into three groups (n=30) according to the sealer used. Root canals were prepared using Protaper Gold instruments (Dentsply Sirona) in a crown down technique and irrigated with 2.5% NaOCl (Calyx, India) and saline solution. Root canal filling was then accomplished with a single cone obturation technique and treated in a single visit by the same endodontist. Patients were told to use a Visual Analog Scale (VAS) to rate their postoperative pain severity as none, minimal, moderate, or severe after 6 h, 24 h, 48 h, 5 days and 7 days following obturation using the appropriate sealers. The need for analgesic intake was also recorded. The data were statistically analyzed.

Results:
Results showed a significant difference among the studied groups. Bio-C Sealer Ion+ reported the least pain score followed by Nishika Canal Sealer BG and AH plus sealer at all the time intervals recorded. The intergroup analysis, revealed was a significant difference in postoperative pain at 6 h (p=0.000) and 24 h (p = 0.028), but not at 48 h, 5 day or 7 days (P > 0.05). VAS ratings for all the three groups decreased over time. Also, there were significant differences between the means of analgesic intake among 3 groups (p=0.022). Analgesic intake in group BIO-C Sealer Ion+ is significantly lesser than AH Plus and Nishika Canal Sealer BG group.

Conclusion:
Calcium silicate-based sealer (Nishika Canal Sealer BG and Bio-C Sealer Ion+) resulted in significantly lower levels of pain as compared to epoxy resin-based sealer (AH Plus) at 6h and 24-h interval, there was no significant difference in postoperative pain occurrence at 48-h, 5 day and 7-day period. The analgesic intake in Bio-C Sealer Ion+ group is significantly lesser than Nishika Canal Sealer BG and AH Plus group.
Diversity of mosquito natural enemies and their feeding efficacy on Aedes vectors
Authors: Dissanayake Dinithi Shamalee , Wijekoon Chandana Dammika , Wegiriya Hemantha 
Published: June 2024

Background & objectives:
Mosquito-borne diseases are a major health issue among communities in Asia, and dengue has grown up as a serious public health concern in Sri Lanka with varying magnitude since 1960. With the realization of the failures and limitations of current vector control strategies, the authorities are moving towards simple, low-cost, and eco-friendly vector management methods. Thus, the present study was devised to evaluate the potential densities of mosquito natural enemies in natural water habitats in Galle district, Sri Lanka, and to investigate the feeding efficacy of prominent mosquito natural enemies on main dengue vectors (Aedes sp.) in a laboratory setting.

Methods:
The survey was carried out using eight sentinel sites in Galle district, and samples of mosquito natural enemies and mosquito larvae were collected, and then they were identified using taxonomic keys.

Results:
Study records, the aquatic insects of Family Hydrometridae, Belostomatidae, Notonectidae, Nepidae, Ranatridae, and Corixidae as dominant mosquito natural enemies, and Libellulidae and Dytiscidae insects as sub-dominant families. The highest density of the family Hydrometridae was recorded in rural, natural inland, and rocky study sites. The order Hemiptera was recorded as the key order of the mosquitoes natural enemies in Galle district. The family Hydrometridae had the highest density of recorded mosquito natural enemies.

Interpretation & conclusion:

Aedes aegypti and Ae. albopictus were recorded as abundant vector mosquitoes. Family Nepidae is the most effective natural mosquito predator on Ae. aegypti and Ae. albopictus, and this knowledge will be vital for implementing future biological control strategies for Aedes vectors in Sri Lanka.