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Bataille and the Poverty of Academic Form
Authors: Allen Ansgar 
Published: November 2023

AbstractThis paper argues that the dominant modes of academic address, the conference paper, the journal article, and the monograph, reinforce problematic and exclusionary assumptions concerning what counts as legitimate research, whilst also restricting academic enquiry and impoverishing intellectual life. It makes its case by exploring in some detail the intellectual commitments of one the West’s more wayward 20th century thinkers, Georges Bataille. It suggests that Bataille presents not simply a conceptual armoury (and one among many) for critiquing Western logocentrism from within, but offers an example of what a less domesticated, less stylistically narrowed mode of thinking might look like.
The effect of gunshot detection technology on evidence collection and case clearance in Kansas City, Missouri
Authors: Piza Eric L. , Arietti Rachael A. , Carter Jeremy G. , Mohler George O. 
Published: November 2023

Abstract
Objectives
This study tests whether (1) shots fired calls for service in the gunshot detection technology (GDT) target area are more likely to be classified as unfounded; (2) police responses to shootings in the GDT target area are more likely to recover ballistic evidence or firearms; and (3) shootings in the GDT target area are more likely to be cleared.

Methods
Entropy balancing created a weighted control group that equaled the treatment group across a range of covariates. GDT effect was tested through logistic regression models with entropy balancing weights set as probability weights.

Results
Shots fired occurring in the GDT target area were 15% more likely to be classified as unfounded compared to control cases. GDT did not significantly influence the likelihood of evidence collection or case clearance in shooting incidents.

Conclusions
GDT may not add investigative value to police responses to shooting incidents and may increase patrol workload.
Slicing the Nash equilibrium manifold
Authors: Levy Yehuda John 
Published: November 2023

AbstractThis paper uses tools on the structure of the Nash equilibrium correspondence of strategic-form games to characterize a class of fixed-point correspondences, that is, correspondences assigning, for a given parametrized function, the fixed-points associated with each value of the parameter. After generalizing recent results from the game-theoretic literature, we deduce that every fixed-point correspondence associated with a semi-algebraic function is the projection of a Nash equilibrium correspondence, and hence its graph is a slice of a projection, as well as a projection of a slice, of a manifold that is homeomorphic, even isotopic, to a Euclidean space. As a result, we derive an illustrative proof of Browder’s theorem for fixed-point correspondences.
DLK-MAPK Signaling Coupled with DNA Damage Promotes Intrinsic Neurotoxicity Associated with Non-Mutated Tau
Authors: Li Sanming , Roy Ethan R. , Wang Yanyu , Watkins Trent , Cao Wei 
Published: November 2023

AbstractAlzheimer’s disease (AD) is the most prevalent form of neurodegeneration. Despite the well-established link between tau aggregation and clinical progression, the major pathways driven by this protein to intrinsically damage neurons are incompletely understood. To model AD-relevant neurodegeneration driven by tau, we overexpressed non-mutated human tau in primary mouse neurons and observed substantial axonal degeneration and cell death, a process accompanied by activated caspase 3. Mechanistically, we detected deformation of the nuclear envelope and increased DNA damage response in tau-expressing neurons. Gene profiling analysis further revealed significant alterations in the mitogen-activated protein kinase (MAPK) pathway; moreover, inhibitors of dual leucine zipper kinase (DLK) and c-Jun N-terminal kinase (JNK) were effective in alleviating wild-type human tau-induced neurodegeneration. In contrast, mutant P301L human tau was less toxic to neurons, despite causing comparable DNA damage. Axonal DLK activation induced by wild-type tau potentiated the impact of DNA damage response, resulting in overt neurotoxicity. In summary, we have established a cellular tauopathy model highly relevant to AD and identified a functional synergy between the DLK-MAPK axis and DNA damage response in the neuronal degenerative process.
Electroacupuncture Exerts Analgesic Effects by Restoring Hyperactivity via Cannabinoid Type 1 Receptors in the Anterior Cingulate Cortex in Chronic Inflammatory Pain
Authors: Wu Junshang , Hua Libo , Liu Wenhao , Yang Xiaoyun , Tang Xiaorong , Yuan Si , Zhou Sheng , Ye Qiuping , Cui Shuai , Wu Zhennan , Lai Lanfeng , Tang Chunzhi , Wang Lin , Yi Wei , Yao Lulu , Xu Nenggui 
Published: November 2023

AbstractAs one of the commonly used therapies for pain-related diseases in clinical practice, electroacupuncture (EA) has been proven to be effective. In chronic pain, neurons in the anterior cingulate cortex (ACC) have been reported to be hyperactive, while the mechanism by which cannabinoid type 1 receptors (CB1Rs) in the ACC are involved in EA-mediated analgesic mechanisms remains to be elucidated. In this study, we investigated the potential central mechanism of EA analgesia. A combination of techniques was used to detect the expression and function of CB1R, including quantitative real-time PCR (q-PCR), western blot (WB), immunofluorescence (IF), enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA), and in vivo multichannel optical fibre recording, and neuronal activity was examined by in vivo two-photon imaging and in vivo electrophysiological recording. We found that the hyperactivity of pyramidal neurons in the ACC during chronic inflammatory pain is associated with impairment of the endocannabinoid system. EA at the Zusanli acupoint (ST36) can reduce the hyperactivity of pyramidal neurons and exert analgesic effects by increasing the endocannabinoid ligands anandamide (AEA), 2-arachidonoylglycerol (2-AG) and CB1R. More importantly, CB1R in the ACC is one of the necessary conditions for the EA-mediated analgesia effect, which may be related to the negative regulation of the N-methyl-D-aspartate receptor (NMDAR) by the activation of CB1R downregulating NR1 subunits of NMDAR (NR1) via histidine triad nucleotide-binding protein 1 (HINT1). Our study suggested that the endocannabinoid system in the ACC plays an important role in acupuncture analgesia and provides evidence for a central mechanism of EA-mediated analgesia.
Pilot Test of Mopati, a Multi-Level Adherence Intervention for People Living with HIV and Their Treatment Partners in Botswana
Authors: Bogart Laura M. , Phaladze Nthabiseng , Kgotlaetsile Keonayang , Klein David J. , Goggin Kathy , Mosepele Mosepele 
Published: November 2023

Abstract
Background
Low-cost, scalable strategies are necessary to reach the UNAIDS 2030 target of ending HIV as a public health threat. Use of treatment partners, informal caregivers selected by people living with HIV to support antiretroviral therapy adherence, is one such strategy that is included in many countries’ HIV guidelines, including Botswana, a country with high HIV prevalence.

Method
From June 2021 to June 2022, we pilot tested a clinic-based treatment partner intervention (“Mopati”), including standardized language for providers to guide patients on treatment partner selection and workshops to train treatment partners on providing non-directive support to patients using a non-confrontational, non-judgmental approach. Sixty unsuppressed patients (30 per clinic) and 45 treatment partners (17 intervention, 28 control) were recruited from an intervention–control clinic matched-pair in Gaborone, Botswana.

Results
Mopati had medium-to-large effects on increasing patients’ adherence, adherence self-efficacy, intrinsic adherence motivation, and perceived non-directive support from treatment partners, and decreasing treatment partner caregiver burden. Aggregate viral suppression rates significantly increased in the intervention (vs. control) clinic. Qualitative data from 14 clinic staff, 21 patients, and 16 treatment partners indicated that Mopati was viewed as effective. Providers said the guidance empowered them to be proactive in communicating about adherence; most reported using the guidance.

Conclusion
This study shows preliminary support for the use of treatment partners in HIV care, and further evidence for interventions that leverage patients’ existing support. This research can inform ways to improve adherence to HIV treatment as well as the treatment of HIV-related comorbid conditions in lower-resource settings.

Trial Registration
ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier: NCT04796610.
Ethical Issues in Photovoice Studies involving Key Populations: A Scoping Review
Authors: Ng Chong Guan , Ting Sing Qin , Saifi Rumana Akhter , Kamarulzaman Adeeba Bt 
Published: November 2023

AbstractPhotovoice, a community-based participatory research method, employs images and words to convey participants' needs, concerns, and desires. It proves particularly valuable in researching marginalized communities who face elevated health risks, disease transmission, and social and health disparities. This paper seeks to investigate the ethical considerations inherent in photovoice research projects. We conducted an extensive literature review spanning four databases to identify pertinent photovoice studies. Ethical issues from the selected articles were identified, categorized, and summarized. Our analysis of twenty-five photovoice studies uncovered various ethical concerns, which had been grouped into informed consent, participant safety and disclosure, privacy and confidentiality, misrepresentation, power dynamics, and compensation. In essence, our findings underscore the importance of addressing these ethical concerns to uphold the rights and autonomy of participants, even as photovoice research strives for authenticity, inclusivity, and empowerment.
Representations of Ecuadorian cuisine in the coast and the highlands regions through the free listing technique
Authors: Rojas-Le-Fort Marlene , Valdivieso-López Isabel Patricia , Duarte-Casar Rodrigo 
Published: November 2023

AbstractCodification of country-of-origin cuisines serves as a powerful tool for the international promotion of a country and the reinforcement of its national identity. Even though there have been efforts in that direction, Ecuadorian gastronomy is not consensually codified. This study aims to compare the perceptions of Ecuadorian gastronomy among inhabitants of coastal and highland cities —where most of the population of the country lives— using free listing as a study technique, to distinguish consumers’ demographics through their representations, to define a list of the most culturally salient preparations, and to compare these perceptions with the traditional Ecuadorian dishes set forth by the Ministry of Tourism for the promotion of Ecuadorian cuisine. Data were acquired through face-to-face surveys in the main coastal and highland cities of Ecuador (n = 294) in which participants were asked to list the main dishes of Ecuadorian cuisine. The study identifies 25 preparations that exhibit the highest cultural consensus as determined by B'score. The four most salient dishes areencebollado(tuna, onion, and cassava soup),ceviche(lime-cured fish or shrimp cold soup),hornado, andfritada(roast and fried pork dishes, respectively). The representations of The Coast and Highlands show weak correlation (0.286 in Spearman’s test) despite having 60% consensus in the most salient dishes, and other groups show much higher consensus. There is agreement with most provincial dishes selected for the promotion programs of Ecuadorian cuisine, although there is room for improvement. This study is valuable to help codify Ecuadorian gastronomy from a grassroots perspective, to point out promotion and local development practical implications for both domestic and international tourism, and to lay the groundwork for further research.
The Impact of Social Media on the Physical and Mental Well-Being of Medical Students During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Authors: Mahevish Raaina , Khan Aisha , Mahmood Hareem Rashid , Qazi Sadia , Fakhoury Hana M. A. , Tamim Hani 
Published: November 2023

AbstractCOVID-19 pandemic has increased social media engagement globally. This study examined the correlation between social media use and physical/mental health among university students, considering gender and academic year. Out of 146 responses, 119 were analyzed after excluding participants with pre-existing psychological conditions. Results showed a significant correlation between social media use and mental health for all participants (correlation coefficient = 0.30, p < 0.001), indicating a negative impact on mental health with increased use. Gender-specific analysis revealed a non-significant correlation among males (p = 0.21), while females exhibited a significant correlation (correlation coefficient = 0.32, p = 0.01), suggesting an adverse effect on their mental health. Regarding physical health, females displayed an even higher correlation (correlation coefficient = 0.40, p < 0.001), highlighting the negative influence of social media on their physical well-being. Conversely, no significant correlation was observed among males. Analyzing by academic year, both pre-clerkship and clerkship students showed a significant correlation between social media use and mental health (correlation coefficients of 0.26, p = 0.01, and 0.42, p = 0.03, respectively). Similarly, a significant correlation was found between social media use and physical health among pre-clerkship students (correlation coefficient = 0.34, p = 0.001), but not among clerkship students. In conclusion, this study provides evidence of the adverse impact of social media use on physical and mental health among university students, particularly among females and across different academic years. These findings underscore the importance of promoting healthy social media habits and raising awareness about the potential negative effects on well-being.
Measuring the level of rurality in the Southwestern region of Bangladesh
Authors: Rahman Md. Abdur , Hossain Md. Zakir , Ha-Mim Nur Mohammad , Tanvir Farhan , Islam Sazzadul , Rahaman Khan Rubayet 
Published: November 2023

AbstractThis research intends to measure and characterize the level of rurality in the southwestern region of Bangladesh using an indexing approach from functional perspective. The findings of the study can be conducive for efficient decision making related to rural development policies and planning. Besides, operational delineation of administrative units, such as Unions and Wards, is essential for the formulation and effective implementation of evidence-based development initiatives. The study has utilized the latest available population census data published by Bangladesh Bureau of Statistics (BBS). The results reveal that Satkhira district exhibits a higher degree of rurality (RI = 4.23) compared to Khulna (RI = 3.58) and Bagerhat (RI = 4.14) districts. This variation among the three districts is ascribed to existing rural–urban disparities. The study underscores the primary influence of socio-economic factors on the rural–urban disparities, with a secondary role for demographic and infrastructural aspects. However, education's impact was notably limited in this context. Insights on intra-district disparities infer that Khulna district exhibits significantly greater rural–urban disparities than the other two. The study also highlights the clustering of non-rural areas along major rivers. This research will assist rural planners and policy makers in understanding the specific rural dynamics of the study area, essential for tailoring fit-to-context development strategies. Moreover, the study provides a basis for classifying the region into clusters to streamline development priorities and resource allocation. Furthermore, the article presents a transferable methodology for evaluating rurality and delineating rural regions in different contexts.
Les savoirs de l’expérience
Authors: Grancher Romain 
Published: November 2023

RésuméFondé sur l’analyse d’une trentaine d’expériences de pêche réalisées sur les côtes de la Manche entre les années 1680 et 1860, cet article décrit les premières manifestations d’un mode de gouvernement expérimental des ressources de la mer sous l’Ancien Régime, puis sa normalisation progressive au cours du xixe siècle. Il montre comment les mesures de police des pêches destinées à assurer la conservation de ces ressources sont le résultat d’une négociation entre l’administration centrale de la marine et les communautés de pêcheurs, dont le monopole sur la production du savoir halieutique leur permet de défendre leur particularisme technique et juridique.
The Pandemic’s Golden Touch: (Neo)Extractivism, Coloniality, and Necropolitics on Brazil’s Indigenous Territories
Authors: Macias Gimenez Rebeca B. 
Published: November 2023

AbstractMining has been at the forefront of coloniality for hundreds of years in Brazil, representing one of the main threats to the integrity and health of Indigenous lands. The 1988 Brazilian Constitution recognized Indigenous peoples’ rights to the lands they occupy, and their natural resources, according to their traditions, uses, beliefs, and practices. Constitutional provisions, however, have not impeded governments and lawmakers from actively enabling extractive activities in Indigenous territories and their surroundings. Recently, the Bolsonaro government proposed a package of laws and policies to legalize mineral exploitation on Indigenous lands, using the economic uncertainties generated by the COVID-19 pandemic as a justification. However, this action must be explained through the paradigms (or philosophical frameworks) of the extractive economy and coloniality of power, operationalized by necropolitics. The article’s main argument is that the Constitution requires the government to engage in practices of decoloniality that express Indigenous legal traditions. Even though a newly elected government has been revoking many of Bolsonaro’s proposals, the paradigms of the extractive economy and the coloniality of power have a profound, structural influence on the Brazilian legal and political systems and must be challenged by a revival of decolonial ways of thinking and acting.
Smooth models for certain fibered partially hyperbolic systems
Authors: DOUCETTE MEG 
Published: November 2023

AbstractWe prove that under restrictions on the fiber, any fibered partially hyperbolic system over a nilmanifold is leaf conjugate to a smooth model that is isometric on the fibers and descends to a hyperbolic nilmanifold automorphism on the base. One ingredient is a result of independent interest generalizing a result of Hiraide: an Anosov homeomorphism of a nilmanifold is topologically conjugate to a hyperbolic nilmanifold automorphism.
Gambling and Elizabethan Gentlemen
Authors: Ball Patrick Seymour 
Published: November 2023

AbstractBefore the mid-seventeenth century when a developing understanding of probability transformed gambling, English gaming took place in the community rather than in dedicated institutions like casinos and so represented and interacted with more general social behavior. Different communities gambled differently; they had different status under the law. This article considers gentlemen's gambling, arguing that in the absence of other constraints, notions of honor had a key role in shaping that activity. Contemporary accounts such as Sir John Harington's “Treatise on Playe” suggest that high-stakes wagering fell into the anthropological category of deep play, whereby gamesters staked excessive sums to win renown for their daring; secondly, it appears that such behavior was seen as a young man's activity, with older men condemning immoderate wagering as their ideas about what was honorable shifted as they matured and became integrated into the community. In addition to age-related changes of attitude to gambling, a tension existed between Elizabethan ideals of gentlemen's gambling behaviors and individual gamesters’ real circumstances. Some had limited money for wagering, others little time; youths from gentle families were sometimes indentured as apprentices or otherwise in situations that altered their relationships to time, money, and regulation. Consequently, even within this single sector of Elizabethan society, attitudes to gambling acquired a high level of complexity.
The difference multiplicity makes: The American Civil War as passive revolution
Authors: Anievas Alexander , Waring Dabney 
Published: November 2023

AbstractThis article examines and further develops the relationship between the theory of uneven and combined development (UCD), recently taken up by International Relations (IR) scholars to furnish a social theory of ‘the international’, and the Gramscian concept of ‘passive revolution’, which refers to a molecular process of top-down revolution and state formation that preserves ruling-class power by transforming its social base. To this end, the paper: (1) advances a productive distinction between ‘societal’ and ‘(geo)political’ multiplicity, increasing the transdisciplinary potential of UCD and challenging dominant state-centric approaches to IR; (2) demonstrates that UCD is central to creating the conditions for passive revolution; and, (3) argues that UCD illuminates the distinct spatial dimensions of passive revolution, for which the succession of ‘classes’ in time requires the expansion of capitalist social relations in space. To illustrate these claims, the article demonstrates how the American Civil War is best understood as an inter-societal conflict, exacerbated by the coexistence of two social formations within a single state, leading to war. It then shows how, upon victory, the North’s abolition of enslaved labour and the subsequent attempt to re-subsume the South within a single sovereign polity constituted a radical instance of passive revolution.
Compassion fatigue and psychological resilience levels of nursing final students: A descriptive, cross-sectional, and relational study
Authors: Karabey Tuba 
Published: November 2023

AbstractObjectivesNursing students often encounter real-life trauma situations during their clinical experience and similar workplace environment and climate as professional nurses. This research was carried out to determine the reflections of the compassion fatigue levels of nursing final year students on their psychological resilience levels.MethodsThis research was conducted as descriptive and cross-sectional. The sample of the study consists of 250 final year nursing students. Data were collected using Personal Information Form, Compassion Fatigue Scale, and Resilience Scale. It was determined that the compassion fatigue and psychological resilience levels of nursing final year students were moderate.ResultsIt was determined that as the levels of compassion fatigue increased, psychological resilience decreased. A highly negative and significant correlation was found between the total and sub-dimension mean scores of compassion fatigue and psychological resilience (p = 0.001).Significance of resultsIt was found that there was a negative and high level relationship between nursing students’ compassion fatigue levels and all its sub-dimensions and psychological resilience. Resilience can improve psychosocial functioning and professional performance, including for nursing students facing stressful clinical experiences. It is important to determine the compassion fatigue and psychological resilience levels of nursing students, to determine the existing problems, and to take initiatives for this.