The State of Geological Sciences in the USSR by the Mid-Twentieth Century

The November 1948 open session of the Institute of Geological Sciences AS USSR was previously unknown,in contrast to the August 1948 session of VASKhNIL.The publication of the transcript of the session of geologists is based on the original verified transcript from the Geological Institute and the Archive RAS.It presented reports on the main scientific directions of geology:stratigraphy,the Quaternary geology,lithology,geotectonics,petrography and petrology,mineralogy and geochemistry,and the geology of ore and coal deposits.This thick book details all the Q&A sessions,discussions of theories,methods,and practice among the leading Soviet geoscientists.The session and its resolution describe the situation and development of geology in the USSR in the mid-twentieth century as well as the collateral impact of the Lysenko affair on the earth sciences in the USSR.

Eclampsia: A Continuous Scourge in a Tertiary Hospital in Southern Nigeria

Background: Eclampsia is responsible for over 50,000 maternal deaths with incidence of 1 death in about 100 - 1500 deliveries in developing nations. In sub-Saharan Africa, Nigeria accounts for the highest maternal mortality ratio of 512 deaths per 100,000 live deliveries and the highest neonatal fatality of 67 per 1000 live births. Factors such young age, nulliparity, multifetal gestation, unbooked cases, preterm delivery (<32 weeks), lack of proper access to antenatal care, poor hospital care, financial constraints and inappropriate diagnosis, have all been identified as risk factors promoting eclampsia. Objectives: In this study, we investigated the prevalence of eclampsia in Rivers State, Nigeria and established the correlation between social demographic factors and the feto-maternal outcomes among the eclampsia patients. Methodology: A prospective observational study using a detailed data sheet was conducted on 1244 pregnant women admitted at the Obstetrics and Gynecology Department of University of Port Harcourt Teaching Hospital, for 1-year duration. Data analysis was conducted using statistical packages for social sciences (SPSS) version 22. Results: Demography showed that age range (20 - 24) occurred in 40.7%, nulliparous mothers were dominant with 40.7% while 70.1% of the study population had secondary level of education. 27 cases of eclampsia were diagnosed from the 1244 pregnant women, which signified 2.13% prevalence among the studied population. The feto-maternal outcome showed that out of the 27 mothers, 19 were alive (70.4%) while 8 died (29.6%), while fetal outcome showed that 16 were alive (59.3%) and 11 died (40.7%). Only parity and education showed significant correlation at 0.01 and 0.05 levels respectively with maternal outcome. Conclusion: The prevalence of eclampsia with associated poor feto-maternal outcome rates is high in this study. Its contribution to the maternal and perinatal morbidities and mortalities necessitates the narrative of eclampsia being a scourge, as hypertensive disease remains an obstetric dilemma in both developed and developing countries.

Determinants and Outcomes of Pregnancies among Booked versus Unbooked Patients in a Tertiary Hospital South East, Nigeria

Background: Inadequate antenatal care, both in coverage and standard, has been linked with poor pregnancy outcomes. In a resource poor setting, home delivery is considered very cheap, but the possible outcome of such pregnancies has been a subject of interest. This study evaluated the association of booking status with pregnancy outcomes. Objectives: To examine the factors that influence booking and impact of the booking status on pregnancy outcomes. Methods: This was a hospital-based prospective cohort study of 240 (120 booked and 120 un-booked) pregnant mothers selected through systematic random sampling. The study was carried out at the Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Alex Ekwueme Federal University Teaching Hospital Abakaliki, Nigeria. Chi-square test, t-test and logistic regression were used for analysis. Results: The mean age of the participants was 30.39 ± 5.05 years and 29.05 ± 6.36 years respectively for the booked and unbooked. Marital status (OR = 6.35, 95% CI = 1.24 - 32.59), educational status (OR = 36.40, 95% CI = 5.26-152.83), place of residence (OR = 0.15, 95% CI = 0.06 - 0.41), partner’s support (OR = 0.05, 95% CI = 0.01 - 0.37), family support (OR = 0.03, 95% CI = 0.01 - 0.13), mode of delivery (OR = 0.23, 95% CI = 0.12 - 0.46), APGAR score in first minute (OR = 6.02, 95% CI = 2.45 - 14.83) and NBICU admission (OR = 3.75, 95% CI = 1.67 - 8.43) were associated with booked status. However, being unmarried, nulliparity/grandmultiparity, low level of education, blue colar jobs, low income, rural dwelling and poor partner and poor family support were associated with the unbooked. The booked parturients had a better perinatal outcome compared the unbooked. Conclusion/Recommendation: There was high prevalence of operative deliveries, perinatal morbidity and mortality among the unbooked mothers. Girl child education, employment and poverty alleviation would improve antenatal care utilization.

A Study on the Values and Strategies of English Picture Book Reading for Improving Pupils’ English Reading Literacy

Reading is one of the core skills in English learning.It is indispensable for EFL learners to develop good English reading literacy in primary schools.English picture books are consistent with pupils’cognitive and thinking modes,which is valuable to improve their English reading literacy.However,at present,most Chinese pupils have some problems in English reading.The paper aims at analyzing the current problems in Chinese pupils’English reading and digging out the values and strategies of English picture book reading,so as to stimulate their reading interests,cultivate their intercultural awareness,and improve their English reading literacy.

The Book Publishing and Analysis of Modern Peking University Library

The paper is based on literature search,introducing and analyzing the book publishing situation of modern Peking University Library from the perspective of the publisher being Peking University Library and its predecessor.It is pointed out that the majority of the book printing methods published by the modern Peking University Library are lead printing,and among the types of Chinese library classification,catalogue of library collections is the most common.

Other Cities’Distribution Institutions for Publishing Books in Modern Chinese Libraries:Taking Huating Bookstore,the Shanghai General Distribution Office of Modern Zhejiang Library,as an Example

Many modern Chinese libraries have established distribution agencies in other cities to distribute books published or sold on consignment.Huating Bookstore,which was once the Shanghai General Distribution Office of Zhejiang Library in modern times,is one of them.On the basis of a brief description of modern Zhejiang Library and its book publishing,as well as the overview of Huating Bookstore,the paper introduces and analyzes the ZPL Publishing Book Catalogue sent by Huating Bookstore,and the ZPL publishing and selling consignment books issued by Huating Bookstore.It points out that Huating Bookstore is a bridge between the ZPL located in Hangzhou and various retail ZPL publishing bookstores in Shanghai.Their production and sales relationship is a mutually beneficial one.

Management and Construction of University Books and Materials Under the Background of the Internet

The rapid development and popularization of Internet technology has provided important support for the informatization reform of various industries.University books and materials have the characteristics of large quantities and difficult storage and management.Its digital storage and management platform construction can effectively realize the digital storage and real-time retrieval of books and materials,and help students and teachers to find and use books and materials more quickly.Especially in recent years,with the update of intelligent platforms and other technologies,the resource-sharing platform of university books and materials can realize more convenient book information retrieval without the limitation of time and space.This paper mainly explores the optimization path and platform construction scheme of university libraries and information management under the background of the Internet,hoping to provide some theoretical references for university library managers.

BOOKS

SNAPSHOTS OF NOTABLE BOOKS ON AFRICA.Africa’s Fashion Diaspora By ELIZABETH WAY Yale University Press.The author,Elizabeth Way,associate curator of costume at The Museum at the Fashion Institute of Technology,is the curator behind Africa’s Fashion Diaspora(2024).She has also curated several prominent exhibitions.Africa’s Fashion Diaspora is among the first books to delve into the vast influence of the African Diaspora on global fashion.

New Books

Travel in Northern Xizang(Revised Edition of 2024)Author:Ma Lihua.This book is one of the series of books about Ma Lihua's trip to Xizang.It describes the nomadic culture,festivals and daily life of local people,and the vast and magnificent scenery in northern Xizang.Published by China Tibetology Publishing House(ISBN:9787521105094).

Technological Innovation and Development of the Publishing Industry: The Challenging Digital Transformation of Publishing Houses in Cameroon

In the digital age, performance-oriented publishing houses utilize digital tools to optimize their editorial activities. This optimization affects both editorial practices and products in terms of content and form. These products, now accessible through various media, bring significant changes, while the editorial function undergoes a metamorphosis due to digital exposure. In Cameroon, the book sector is predominantly focused on school textbooks, a legacy from the colonial period. This study investigates the impact of technological innovation on Cameroonian publishing by examining the processes of content selection, legitimization, and dissemination in the digital age. Using the sociology of technology as a framework, we hypothesize an interrelationship between the dominance of textbook publishing and the delayed digital transformation of publishing houses in Cameroon. To explore this hypothesis, we conducted direct observations, interviews with key industry stakeholders, and an extensive analysis of digital adoption metrics within the publishing sector. Our research reveals that the historical focus on educational publishing has created structural and cultural barriers to embracing digital innovations. Moreover, limited infrastructure and a lack of digital literacy among publishing professionals further hinder the transition. Despite these challenges, there are emerging opportunities for digital transformation, particularly in diversifying content and expanding access through digital platforms. Our findings indicate that a strategic shift towards embracing digital tools and improving infrastructure could significantly enhance the efficiency and reach of Cameroonian publishing houses. By addressing the specific challenges identified in our study, the industry can leverage digital technologies to foster a more inclusive, dynamic, and resilient publishing environment. This study provides a detailed examination of the specificities of digital transformation in Cameroonian publishing, offering insights for policymakers and industry stakeholders aiming to promote technological innovation in the sector.

Optimization and Innovation of the Operation Model of Mobile Social E-commerce under AI Empowerment:Taking the Female Community Platform“Little Red Book”as an Example

This article takes the female community platform“Little Red Book”as an example to explore the optimization and innovation of mobile community e-commerce operation mode under Artificial Intelligence(AI)empowerment.Firstly,the relevant concepts were defined,and then the unique attributes of mobile community e-commerce were analyzed.As a typical representative of mobile community e-commerce,Little Red Book introduces the background and characteristics of its platform,analyzes its mobile community operation mode,and focuses on exploring how to establish a mobile community e-commerce platform and effective operation mode under the empowerment of AI technology,to provide some reference and inspiration for the development and operation of Little Red Book and other e-commerce platform enterprises.

Research on Creation Strategies of Picture Books for Children’s Cognitive and Imaginative Development

This paper discusses the creation strategies of picture books for children’s cognitive and imaginative development,and proposes that picture book creation should closely focus on the needs of children’s cognitive and imaginative development.Through analysis,this paper summarizes the effective strategies in the creation of picture books,aiming to provide theoretical reference and practical guidance for the design of children’s picture books,and further promote the comprehensive development of children’s cognitive and imaginative abilities.

Analysis of New Senior English for China Student’s Book 1

This article will firstly discuss the context overview of English teaching and learning in China. Under thiscircumstance, a problematic element will be examined of the New Senior English for China Student’s Book 1 and critical appraisal ofhow this element relates to other elements of curriculum development will be analyzed. The recommended changes and demonstrationmechanisms for evaluating the changes are put forward in the last two parts.

大数据视野下的19世纪“海上丝绸之路”--以丝绸、瓷器与茶叶的文化影响力为中心

文章以GOOGLE BOOKS语料库为数据来源,运用大数据与云计算的方法 ,对19世纪中国"海上丝绸之路"及主要贸易产品的历史发展趋势、演变过程、关系网络及社会影响等进行宏观考察。通过大数据词频分析方式,描述茶叶、丝绸、瓷器等产品在西方主要国家文化影响力的变动轨迹;通过语义情感分析来反映中国产品在西方各国美誉度的变化过程;通过空间分布分析技术呈现19世纪"海上丝绸之路"主要贸易主体及路线;通过关系网络分析技术建构近代"海上丝绸之路"相关国家、城市之间的互动格局。文章以大数据的视野和方法对19世纪"海上丝绸之路"的研究,是大数据时代下历史社会学研究的新尝试、新探索。

数字图书馆合理使用规则新发展——美国HathiTrust案与Google Books案的比较

美国判决的HathiTrust案和Google Books案展现了著作权合理使用规则的新发展。文章比较分析两案判决书,研究发现:两案相同之处在于具有搜索功能;不同之处在于谷歌图书馆的营利性质和片段浏览服务,以及HathiTrust的无障碍阅读服务,这些不同之处对合理使用规则的判断具有一定的影响。建议我国借鉴HathiTrust案和Google Books案的判决,在著作权法中增加判断合理使用的开放性标准,并调整相关法条。

基于组件F1Book的报表生成工具的设计与应用

F1Book是一个表格组件,在它的基础上设计的新报表组件F1BookReporter提供了良好的编程接口方便MIS系统开发者设计报表;基于新组件的报表设计器采用表格格式编辑与数据填入分开的方式,符合中国式报表的设计习惯,并且提供了易用的通用查询界面供用户从数据库中查询取数,方便MIS系统用户使用,两者相结合,使报表的设计和维护都得到了简化。该文介绍了该报表生成工具的设计思路及其应用。

Book Talk在中学英语整本书教学中的运用

Book Talk是一种培养学生英语核心素养的整本书读后活动,不仅可以提升学生英语阅读动机,还可以提升学生的英语表达力及高阶思维品质。在明确Book Talk的内涵、类型与教育价值后,结合自主阅读和师生共读两种整本书英语阅读模式,从选书原则、前期准备、评价标准、活动实施等方面阐述如何有效开展Book Talk的操作步骤,最后梳理归纳了若干注意事项。

鸡胚发育过程中Shh超表达对脊髓神经纤维投射的抑制作用

目的探讨鸡胚发育过程中,sonic hedgehog（Shh）在脊髓中超表达后对神经纤维投射的影响。方法在鸡胚龄2.5～3d（E2.5～E3）时,利用鸡胚活体原位电转基因技术将Shh表达质粒和携带有报告基因绿色荧光蛋白（GFP）的质粒共转入鸡胚脊髓,E6时取材切片,至少取3个材料,免疫荧光技术检验Shh的超表达,利用Open Book技术研究Shh在鸡胚脊髓中超表达后对神经纤维投射的影响。结果在脊髓组织切片水平上,免疫荧光结果表明,Shh在鸡胚脊髓中成功超表达,无论在组织切片上还是通过Open Book技术进行观察,与对照组相比,超表达后转染侧神经纤维都无法正常通过底板投射到对侧,表明Shh在鸡胚脊髓神经纤维投射方面具有重要作用。结论在鸡胚发育过程中,脊髓中Shh超表达后对神经纤维投射具有抑制作用。

Human Library为农村留守儿童服务的可行性

Human Library是图书馆界兴起的一种全新的服务方式,它可以借鉴高校图书馆的成功经验,依托城市图书馆的资源,并结合基层图书馆的设施更好地为农村留守儿童服务。在分析human Library优势的基础上,提出了human Library为农村留守儿童服务的具体措施,并指出了需要注意的问题。

解构与重塑:搅动日本出版市场的BOOK OFF

文章从日本二手书店巨头BOOK OFF的经营战略切入,呈现近十年来BOOK OFF对日本出版业带来的冲击。因为历史原因和制度问题,出版业对BOOK OFF似乎束手无策,只能采取守势。不过,见BOOK OFF步步紧逼,执出版业牛耳的数家大型出版社也不甘示弱,攻守双方各出绝招,互相渗透。在一次又一次较量中,日本出版业的势力版图不断改写,出版业的前景也越发扑朔迷离。