A.-M. Bourdot

Psycho-Oncologie, Vol.16, No.1, pp. 206-211, 2022, DOI:10.3166/pson-2022-0186

Abstract Enthusiasm for body-based approaches to caregiving incites us to explore these techniques as formative experiences for caregivers. Building on the Sapir relaxation method and linking theory to practice, we wish to evaluate the method and its interest as a means for caregivers to understand the patient–carer relationship. An experience of the method would allow caregivers to become aware of the commitment needed in the caregiver–patient relationships and the issues this relationship engenders.

Résumé
L’engouement pour les différentes approches corporelles dans le soin invite à les interroger comme expé- rience formatrice pour les soignants. Prenant pour appui la relaxation psychanalytique… More >

Pedro Montenegro^1,*, Raphael Heleno², Hermes Carvalho², Diogo Ribeiro³, Rui Calçada¹, Chris Baker⁴

The International Conference on Computational & Experimental Engineering and Sciences, Vol.24, No.1, pp. 1-2, 2022, DOI:10.32604/icces.2022.08678

Abstract This work consists of evaluating the impact of the most relevant characteristics of railway vehicles, namely geometric, mechanical and aerodynamic properties, in their runnability in the presence of strong winds, more precisely in the risk of derailment. Such objective is achieved by performing several dynamic with a non-linear vehicle-structure interaction model developed by the authors [1,2] and used in other works in this field [3,4], which allows the evaluation of the wheel-rail contact forces and, consequently, the unloading index, as suggested by the European Norm EN 14067-6 [5]. The calculations are carried out for several scenarios characterized by different train… More >

D. Ogez, J. Aramideh, E. Rondeau, T. Mizrahi, M.-C. Charest , C. Plante, M. Duval, S. Sultan

Psycho-Oncologie, Vol.16, No.1, pp. 199-205, 2022, DOI:10.3166/pson-2022-0185

Abstract Children with cancer are frequently confronted with painful procedures during their course of care. To support them during their treatment, communication techniques derived from hypnosis have shown excellent results in reducing the distress and pain associated with these procedures. We conducted a preliminary study evaluating the effects of hypnotic communication training on nurses’ practice during painful procedures with children with cancer. The results showed good acquisition of the techniques by the nurses and the significant effects of these techniques on the children’s pain and distress levels. This study also provided recommendations for improving the training to develop a simpler design… More >

C. Defer, M.-S. Bernatchez

Psycho-Oncologie, Vol.16, No.1, pp. 212-217, 2022, DOI:10.3166/pson-2022-0184

Abstract In the face of cancer and at the end of life, emotional distress is common and is increasingly recognized, resulting in a significant number of requests for consultation with our specialized psychological services. The authors present a reflection on the various factors that guide their interventions with oncology and palliative care patients in a hospital setting. The challenge is to offer the right care at the right time to all patients and their loved ones who need it. The treatment plan will be adjusted according to the severity and the nature of the distress, the need to intervene within a… More >

Xu Gao, Ziqi Shen, Jinliang Xu, Min Fan, Qiang Li^*

Phyton-International Journal of Experimental Botany, Vol.92, No.7, pp. 1987-1999, 2023, DOI:10.32604/phyton.2023.027318

Abstract Phytophthora nicotianae causes substantial economic losses in most countries where tobacco is produced. At present, the control of P. nicotianae mainly depends on chemical methods, with considerable environmental and health issues. We investigated the effects of ethanol extracts from Scutellaria baicalensis Georgi (SBG) and Magnolia officinalis (MO). On mycelial growth, sporangium formation, and zoospore release of P. nicotianae. Both extracts inhibited the growth of P. nicotianae, with mycelial growth inhibition rates of 88.92% and 93.92%, respectively, at 40 mg/mL, and EC50 values of 5.39 and 5.74 mg/mL, respectively. The underlying mechanisms were the inhibition of sporangium formation, the reduction of… More >

Talha Ali Chohan^1,*, Tahir Ali Chohan^2,*, Muhammad Zahid Mumtaz¹, Muhammad Waqar Alam³, Salah ud Din⁴, Iqra Naseer⁵, Ayesha Riaz¹, Tayyeba Naseem¹, Areeba Iftikhar⁶, Dur E. Najaf Ali¹, Mubashir Hassan⁷, Hayssam M. Ali⁸

Phyton-International Journal of Experimental Botany, Vol.92, No.7, pp. 1943-1954, 2023, DOI:10.32604/phyton.2023.026945

Abstract Myzus persicae (M. persicae) is now considered a threat to agricultural crops due to economic losses. Numerous synthetic insecticides applied every year against M. persicae, are reported to be unsafe for environment, humans, and beneficial insects. Furthermore, several species of Myzus have been found to develop resistance due to over application of these insecticides. Therefore, it is required to find some novel insecticide that would be safe for the environment as well as for humans. In the current study, two major pure constituents α-pinene and β-caryophyllene were evaluated for their insecticidal potential against M. persicae using a fumigant toxicity assay.… More >

M.-F. Bacqué, I. Dumont, J. Maclure, P. Guex, L. Fasse, M. Derzelle

Psycho-Oncologie, Vol.16, No.2, pp. 219-222, 2022, DOI:10.3166/pson-2022-0200

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P. Galmiche, S. Dauchy

Psycho-Oncologie, Vol.16, No.2, pp. 223-228, 2022, DOI:10.3166/pson-2022-0199

Abstract As of January 31, 2022, ten countries have legislated in favor of active assistance in dying after political, ethical, and social debates. This article reviews the legislative history of these countries (Switzerland, the United States, the Netherlands, Belgium, Luxembourg, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Spain, and Austria) and describes the framework prescribed by each law to regulate and control the practice of euthanasia or assisted suicide. The aim is to highlight the arguments that are essential for the establishment and implementation of a law, as well as the common eligibility criteria and safeguards, with particular attention paid to the criteria relating… More >

J. Phan, V. Laurence, P. Marec-Berard, C. Cordero, C. Riberon, C. Flahault

Psycho-Oncologie, Vol.16, No.2, pp. 243-252, 2022, DOI:10.3166/pson-2022-0197

Abstract Aims: Adolescents and Young Adults (AYAs) with cancer facing the loss of another AYA with cancer may face a “triple task”: the process of adolescence, psychological adjustment to cancer, and the bereavement process of a sick peer. The aim of this study was to explore the processes underlying the loss of a sick peer in AYAs with cancer.
Procedure: A single interview was submitted to an Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis (IPA), designed to understand the system of meanings attached to a subjective and intimate phenomenon such as bereavement.
Results: Six major themes emerge from the IPA: the life course; the care… More >

Christopher C. Rosser, Wilbur L. Walters, Abdulghani M. Abdulghani, Mokhles M. Abdulghani, Khalid H. Abed^*

Journal on Artificial Intelligence, Vol.4, No.4, pp. 261-277, 2022, DOI:10.32604/jai.2022.039703

Abstract Intrinsic motivation helps autonomous exploring agents traverse a larger portion of their environments. However, simulations of different learning environments in previous research show that after millions of timesteps of successful training, an intrinsically motivated agent may learn to act in ways unintended by the designer. This potential for unintended actions of autonomous exploring agents poses threats to the environment and humans if operated in the real world. We investigated this topic by using Unity’s Machine Learning Agent Toolkit (ML-Agents) implementation of the Proximal Policy Optimization (PPO) algorithm with the Intrinsic Curiosity Module (ICM) to train autonomous exploring agents in three… More >