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The Application of CoppeliaSim EDU in Robot Course Teaching
Authors: Zhang Yan , Feng Bin , Zhang Guofeng , Bai Xueming
Published: February 2024

CoppeliaSim EDU, as a powerful tool for robot teaching, is changing the traditional teaching mode. This software provides a comprehensive robot simulation environment where users can explore different scenarios, models, and programming interfaces to gain a deeper understanding of robot technology. Its advantage lies in reducing the cost and potential security risks of physical robots, making robot education more widespread and secure. In actual teaching, teachers can use CoppeliaSim EDU for course design, guide students to carry out robot programming and simulation experiments, and improve teaching effectiveness. Through case analysis, it can be found that using CoppeliaSim EDU can better stimulate students' interest in learning, improve their practical ability and innovative thinking. In the future, with the continuous development of robotics technology, the application prospects of CoppeliaSim EDU will be even broader, bringing more possibilities for robot education.
An Exploration of English Discourse Teaching in Primary Schools Based on the SOLO Taxonomy
Authors: Chen Lei , Qi Yajun
Published: February 2024

In alignment with the educational integration of “teaching-learning-assessment” and promotion of students’ subjective initiative in classroom context, this paper, taking Unit 3 Where did you go Part A Let’s talk in the second volume of Grade 6 of PEP English as an example, to explore the teaching strategy of primary English discourse based on the SOLO taxonomy. In light of the SOLO taxonomy, primary English discourse instruction proceeds from the discourse, focuses on the basic knowledge of the text while emphasizing the development of students’ English core literacy and the shaping of emotional values. The SOLO taxonomy introduces a brand-new perspective for primary English discourse teaching, and solves the problems that plague the traditional primary English discourse teaching. It fundamentally promotes the symbiosis and integration of students’ discourse skills and thinking development, thus opening up a new horizon of primary English discourse instruction and evaluation paradigm in the era of core literacy.
Exploring the Smart Teaching Model of Integrating the Concept of "Classroom Ideological and Political Education" into Internal Control and Risk Management Courses
Authors: Yang Huiyuan
Published: February 2024

With the successive issuance of documents by the Ministry of Education to deploy and promote ideological and political education in universities across the country, ideological and political education in courses has become a major focus of various curriculum teaching reforms in major universities. Internal control and risk management, as the core courses of economics and management universities, are crucial for cultivating comprehensive management talents. This article explores how to carry out ideological and political education in the course of internal control and risk management under the smart teaching mode from five aspects: teaching objectives, teaching content, teaching methods, teaching guarantees.
The Influence of Chinese Clay Sculpture on Chinese Animation Modeling
Authors: Liu Fang , Battsooj
Published: February 2024

The art of clay sculpture has a long history and rich cultural connotations in China. As a part of traditional Chinese culture, clay sculpture brings infinite imagination and creativity to people with its unique form and vivid vitality. With the rapid development of China's animation industry, clay sculpture art has also begun to have a profound impact on Chinese animation modeling. This article will explore the origin and development of clay sculpture, the current situation of Chinese animation modeling, the influence of clay sculpture art on Chinese animation modeling, and case analysis.
Study on the Integration Factors of Human Resource Management Strategy and Corporate Strategy
Authors: Na Sha Ri
Published: February 2024

By analysing the integration factors of human resource management strategy and corporate strategy, this study discusses the factors affecting the integration, including three aspects: organisational culture, human resource management capability and external environment. Among them, in terms of organisational culture, organisational culture has an important impact on the integration of human resource management strategy and corporate strategy, organisational culture plays an important role in shaping employees' behaviour and motivation, and organisational culture has an important impact on the development and enhancement of human resource management capability. In terms of human resource management capability, human resource management capability plays an important role in the smooth implementation of the integration strategy, human resource management capability plays an important role in the shaping and transmission of culture within the organisation, and human resource management capability also plays an important role in promoting staff development and training within the organisation. As for the external environment, five aspects such as political, economic, technological, social and legal are analysed.
A Systematic Review on Deep Learning in Education: Concepts, Factors, Models and Measurements
Authors: Chen Jing , Singh Charanjit Kaur Swaran
Published: February 2024

Deep learning, a cognitive process involving goal alignment, advanced problem-solving, and rigorous knowledge application, lacks a unified framework despite its wide application in education. This gap poses challenges for researchers, educators, and policymakers. A meticulous review of ten pertinent articles published between 2019 and 2023, aimed to define the concept, identify influencing factors, examine research models, and scrutinize measurement methods. Results show that while "deep learning" is commonly used, a clear, unified definition is absent. Influencing factors are proposed based on diverse theoretical frameworks, including individual and environmental elements. Commonly referenced models are Biggs' 3P model and Bloom's taxonomy. Data collection predominantly employs surveys, interviews, and experiments, with a bias towards quantitative analysis, supplemented by qualitative methods. It's worth mentioning that there is a growing trend in the use of mixed methods. This study provides valuable insights for the effective implementation of empirical deep learning research. It provides practical references bridging theory and practice for education researchers.
Dimensions of Team Effectiveness: Towards an Improved Team-Building Program for Beginning Athletes
Authors: Chen Xinge
Published: February 2024

Many coaches use engaging team activities at the beginning of training to help players or athletes understand each other, but team-building activities can help with a sense of accomplishment among team members. That is why coaches use group work by adopting multiple strategies and methods (such as team building) even in any sporting event. These activities help, athletes understand each other, develop sports skills, social skills, listen carefully to instructions, cooperate with each other, and feel more comfortable in the team. Building a team in any sports group creates a sense of community and connection, making each, athlete's game easier and more fun. Coaches who want to join team building activities in teams will find it easy to get many different sources of ideas and technology. Lumsden (2018) found that "when a healthy environment exists and morale is high, athletes feel good about each other and feel fulfilled from the performance of their heirs." To make the team successful requires more than one individual athlete working for his or her teammates' goals. This requires a team of athletes and even coaches working together to accomplish many of the tasks of the team. Sports teams may commit to venue-based decision making, sports improvement programs and curriculum reform, implementing new programs or restructure existing plans.
Research on the Apprenticeship Mode of Integration of dual Innovation Education in Logistics Major under the Background of New Era
Authors: Chen Jianmin , Li Youyuan
Published: February 2024

The purpose of this study is to explore the effective path of the integration of apprenticeship model in the background of the new era. At present, the traditional logistics professional education has some problems, such as the disconnection between theory and practice and the lack of innovation and entrepreneurship education, which cannot meet the demand for high-quality talents in the logistics industry. According to the research, the implementation of the apprenticeship model of the integration of entrepreneurship and innovation education for logistics majors in the new era is faced with many difficulties: the educational concept is far from the educational requirements of "entrepreneurship and innovation"; Innovation and entrepreneurship education and professional education cannot be effectively integrated; The curriculum construction of innovation and entrepreneurship education is incomplete and there is a serious shortage of teachers for "mass entrepreneurship and innovation" education. In this regard, this study puts forward targeted suggestions for improvement.
On the Influencing Factors and Enhancement Strategies of Employee Loyalty in Small and Medium-sized Enterprises
Authors: Dong Zijie
Published: February 2024

In the fast-moving business environment of today, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are faced with a number of challenges, one of which is how to maintain and increase the loyalty of their employees. Employees loyalty is not only related to the enterprise's productivity and service quality, but also affects the enterprise's brand image and market competitiveness directly. Therefore, it should be analyzed from different perspectives to clarify the factors which affect the loyalty of employees, and formulate perfect solutions to meet the needs of the future sustainable development of enterprises. In this paper, through in-depth analysis of the connotation of employee loyalty, influencing factors and enhancement strategies, we will provide valuable references and suggestions for SMEs which will help enterprises to improve employees' loyalty and promote the long-term development of enterprises. In conclusion, enhancing employees loyalty is one of the important tasks for the development of SMEs.
Research on the Application of Virtual Simulation Technology in the Teaching of Programmable Application Technology
Authors: Pan Songzhe , Xia Longlong , Pan Haoyu , Hong Jinpeng
Published: February 2024

Application of Programmable Control Technology is a highly practical course that requires students to have certain hands-on abilities and practical experience. However, due to limited experimental equipment and insufficient experimental venues, traditional teaching methods often fail to meet the learning needs of students. The emergence of virtual simulation technology provides new ideas for solving this problem.
Teaching Reform of “Mine Ventilation and Safety” Based on Modular "Smart Classroom" Construction
Authors: Zhang Junxiang , Qu Lina
Published: February 2024

“Mine Ventilation and Safety” is a fundamental course for safety engineering students. However, the current teaching mode has several shortcomings, including low student motivation, an irrational teaching mode, inefficient teacher-student interaction, and unreasonable process assessment. These issues fail to meet the requirements of the information age for undergraduate engineering education objectives. The course “Mine Ventilation and Safety” will be reformed based on the development of the Internet and the widespread application of information technology. The basic knowledge of the course will be reorganized, and the teaching content will be reconstructed. The implementation of a network information platform to create a “smart classroom” can enhance students' learning initiative, improve teacher-student interaction efficiency, and enhance students' ability to solve practical problems. This can lead to the cultivation of high-quality, professional, and skilled individuals.
Physical Activities Affecting the Motivation and MentalWell-Being of Non- Athlete-Students
Authors: Li Ping
Published: February 2024

This study aims to determine which motivation for Physical Activity related on students’ mental well-being at Nanjing Vocational Institute of Railway Technology (NVIRT). The outcomes of this study may be used as a basis for the program that may improve the students’ mental well-being. This may also serve as basis to solve the mental health problems and challenges faced by the students at Nanjing Vocational Institute of Railway Technology (NVIRT). Research conclusion: Male non-athlete students seemed to have better assessment of their mental health than the female ones considering their well-being, participation in sports, and quality of life; Higher level of motivation to join in physical activities may result to a positive effect on mental health of non-athlete students.
Research on the Application of Educational Psychology in College Education and Teaching
Authors: Zhao Lin
Published: February 2024

This study aims to explore the application of educational psychology in higher education and teaching, and analyze its influence on education and teaching. First of all, this paper combs and summarizes the relevant theories of educational psychology, and reveals the existing problems and challenges, such as students' lack of learning motivation and learning anxiety, by analyzing the current situation of education and teaching in colleges and universities. Then, this study uses the relevant theories and methods of educational psychology to design a series of intervention measures to improve the effect of education and teaching in colleges and universities. These measures include strategies to stimulate students' learning motivation and methods to alleviate learning anxiety. By implementing these intervention measures, applying the methods and theories of educational psychology in college education and teaching can effectively enhance students' learning interest and academic performance. Educational psychology has important application value in college education and teaching, and can provide useful reference and guidance for the improvement of college education and teaching.
A Pragmatic Study of Euphemisms
Authors: Zhang Qiong , Su Ping
Published: February 2024

There are significant differences between Chinese and Western cultures, particularly in terms of communication styles. Westerners tend to be more direct in their way of speaking, often expressing their intentions in a straightforward manner. In contrast, Chinese people, influenced by their traditional culture, tend to speak in a more indirect and roundabout way. They are accustomed to expressing their ideas and purposes in a euphemistic manner. Chinese speakers typically begin with a prelude, using indirect language to convey their true intentions. They then gradually transition to the main topic, unraveling the mystery step by step. This roundabout way of speaking is why euphemisms are commonly used in Chinese communication. The use of euphemisms is preferred by people from various backgrounds for several reasons. Euphemisms allow individuals to avoid the bluntness of direct expression, creating a more comforting atmosphere for communication. They also take into consideration the feelings and emotions of the listener, maintaining the dignity of all parties involved in the conversation. Furthermore, the use of euphemisms contributes to enhancing the quality and efficiency of communication. By exploring the pragmatic function of euphemisms, individuals can gain a deeper understanding of the underlying meanings behind the words. This understanding allows for the mastery of appropriate communication skills and facilitates effective communication. In this article, the author will analyze the pragmatic meaning of euphemisms from three perspectives: the avoidance function, the politeness function, and the concealment function. This analysis will be supplemented with specific cases to reveal the pragmatic significance of euphemisms and enhance the readers’ comprehension of their usage.
Research on the Dilemma and Cultivation Path of College Students ' Labor Education in the New Era
Authors: Zhang Wei , Li Deran
Published: February 2024

The labor education of college students in the new era carries the important exposition of Marxist labor values, Chinese excellent traditional culture and Chinese Communists on the theoretical traceability, and draws lessons from the concept of foreign labor education. In the interpretation and interpretation of the concept, the connotation of labor, labor education, college students ' labor education and college students ' labor education in the new era is clarified. However, the labor education of college students in the new era faces problems and reasons: lack of systematicness, excessive emphasis on theoretical knowledge, weak labor values, etc. In order to strengthen labor education, it is necessary to construct the path at the national, university, social, family and student levels. The state should formulate policies and strengthen implementation. Colleges and universities should provide diversified labor education opportunities, social support and guidance, families should pay attention to cultivating labor awareness, and students should actively participate in practice and establish correct labor concepts. Through these measures, we can promote the labor education of college students in the new era to a better development, and cultivate a new generation of talents with labor spirit and innovation ability.
Intercultural Learning Through a Chinese-American Education-themed Virtual Exchange Project
Authors: Xu Xiaojin
Published: February 2024

This study reports on the results of an 8-week virtual exchange project, in which Chinese and American students compared Chinese and American education via videoconferencing and text messaging. The final reflection journals were collected and analyzed at the end of the project. The results showed that, according to Byram’s intercultural competence model, learners developed the interest in knowing other people’s way of life and introducing one’s own culture to others, ability to change perspective, knowledge about one’s own and other’s culture for intercultural communication, and knowledge about the intercultural communication process. Besides, the students have shown positive attitudes towards this learning project due to the theme of education which is the domain of their future careers.
Exploring the Impact of the ‘Double Reduction’ Policy on Academic Performance and Comprehensive Abilities
Authors: Yuan Jie
Published: February 2024

The paper primarily explores the current impact of the 'Double Reduction' policy in China on students' academic performance, encompassing curriculum compression and subject depth, examination reform, and assessment systems. It also delves into the influence on comprehensive abilities, including extracurricular activities and interest cultivation, social practices, and practical applications. The paper raises questions regarding the long-term effects and limitations of the policy's implementation.".
TEIL I: Essay und Prosa – Experimente mit Subjekt, Kunst und Politik
Authors: Castellari Marco
Published: February 2024

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Accesso alle fonti scritte di tipo primario per lo studio della storia dell’assistenza infermieristica tramite strumenti web
Authors: Di Nardo Valerio , Dimonte Valerio
Published: February 2024

BACKGROUND:La ricerca storica è un metodo di ricerca qualitativa il cui scopo è la scoperta di nuove conoscenze tramite l’esame di eventi passati utilizzando documenti, oggetti, immagini, o interviste.
SCOPO:L’articolo ha lo scopo di fornire indicazioni utili ad individuare presso quali archivi e biblioteche è possibile reperire fonti primarie scritte di interesse infermieristico utilizzando gli strumenti di ricerca web.
METODO:Studio metodologico. Sono stati selezionati i siti web che con l’ausilio di sistemi di ricerca permettono di individuare documenti storici indicizzati presso archivi o biblioteche nazionali ed internazionali, gestiti sia da soggetti pubblici che privati.
RISULTATI:Sono stati individuati cinque canali di ricerca. Due dedicati alla ricerca di materiale conservato presso biblioteche, di cui uno relativo ad una rete di biblioteche italiane, ed uno contenente materiale proveniente da biblioteche sia italiane che internazionali. I restanti tre canali sono dedicati alla ricerca in archivio, di cui due relativi al patrimonio archivistico statale ed uno a quello non statale.
DISCUSSIONE:Gli strumenti di ricerca informatici si rilevano molto utili per individuare quali fonti scritte di tipo primario esistano, e dove siano collocate, offrendo una panoramica del materiale disponibile su un determinato argomento. Permette inoltre di ottimizzare tempi e costi della ricerca, ampliandola in maniera esponenziale.
CONCLUSIONE:L’accesso alle fonti può variare a seconda dei sistemi di cui dispone il soggetto conservatore. È fondamentale considerare che il solo utilizzo di strumenti informatici non prevede l’inclusione dei documenti conservati in archivi e biblioteche che, ad oggi, non dispongono di motori di ricerca.
A prospective observational study correlating possible novel biomarkers with disease severity and antihistamine response in chronic spontaneous urticaria
Authors: Bhatia Divya , Mehta Hitaishi , Bishnoi Anuradha , Srivastava Niharika , Vinay Keshavamurthy , Parsad Davinder , Kumaran Muthu Sendhil
Published: February 2024

Background:

Role of complement fraction 5a (C5a), interleukin (IL)-9, and apolipoprotein (apo) A-IV as biomarkers of disease severity and antihistamine response in chronic spontaneous urticaria (CSU) remains elusive.

Objective:

To identify the role of C5a, IL-9, and apo A-IV as potential biomarkers in predicting disease severity and antihistamine response in CSU patients.

Methods:

This was a prospective observational study of 95 patients and 42 controls. Serum analysis of C5a, IL-9, and apo A-IV was done using enyzme linked immunosorbent assay kits. Also, serum IgE and anti-thyroid peroxidase (TPO) levels were assessed in all patients. All patients were started on oral levocetirizine 5 mg at baseline and dose was titrated upwards to maximum of 20 mg based on response. Patients were categorized into antihistamine responders or nonresponders as per their disease response. Serological markers, serum IgE, and anti-TPO were correlated with baseline disease severity and antihistamine response.

Results:

C5a levels were significantly higher in cases as compared to controls (P = 0.004). Significantly higher IL-9 levels were observed in antihistamine responders than nonresponders (P = 0.008). Baseline urticaria severity demonstrated a statistically significant positive and negative correlations with IL-9 (ρ = 0.277, P = 0.007) and apo A-IV (ρ = −0.271, P = 0.008) levels, respectively. Levels of serum IgE (P = 0.031) and anti-TPO (P = 0.039) were significantly higher in antihistamine nonresponders compared to responders.

Conclusions:

IL-9 and apo A-IV might be potential novel biomarkers to predict urticaria severity. Higher IL-9 might be a predictor of antihistamine response. Elevated anti-TPO and serum IgE might predict poor antihistamine response.
Anti-thymic stromal lymphopoietin monoclonal antibody in patients with chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps (DUBHE): Rationale and design of a multicenter, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study
Authors: Shen Shen , Xian Mu , Yan Bing , Lan Feng , Wang Chengshuo , Zhang Luo
Published: February 2024

Background:

Chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps (CRSwNP) has a complex pathogenesis and is difficult to treat, which brings a huge economic burden to society. Despite all the progress in the treatment of CRSwNP, some patients with CRSwNP still experience recurrence. Therefore, there is an urgent need to develop novel drugs and treatments for CRSwNP. Thymic stromal lymphopoietin (TSLP) is produced by epithelial cells and mediates type 2 and nontype 2 inflammation through various downstream cellular immune and inflammatory pathways. Anti-TSLP treatment with tezepelumab has been proven to be effective in treating patients with uncontrolled asthma, regardless of their peripheral blood eosinophil levels being low or high. However, there is no relevant research on the usage of anti-TSLP monoclonal antibodies for the treatment of uncontrolled CRSwNP.

Objective:

This is the first phase Ib/IIa study for subjects with uncontrolled CRSwNP, aiming to evaluate the safety, tolerability, pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, immunogenicity, and preliminary efficacy of multiple ascending doses (MAD) of anti-TSLP monoclonal antibody.

Methods:

The DUBHE is a multicenter, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, phase Ib/IIa clinical study. The study will be composed of 3 periods: a screening/run-in period of 4 weeks, a treatment period of 52 weeks (16 weeks of double-blind treatment period +36 weeks of open-label treatment period), and a safety follow-up period of 12 weeks. No more than 113 subjects with uncontrolled CRSwNP will be divided into 4 groups to receive different doses of CM326 or placebo treatments (55 mg every two weeks [Q2W] group, 110 mg Q2W group, 220 mg Q2W group, and 220 mg every four weeks [Q4W] group). Enrolled patients will be stratified by tissue eosinophil count (TEC).

Results:

The safety of the monoclonal antibody that targets TSLP in uncontrolled CRSwNP and its preliminary efficacy at 16 weeks of treatment.

Conclusion:

In this study, for the first time, the safety and preliminary efficacy of MAD of CM326 will be verified. The efficacy of CM326 in patients with eosinophilic CRSwNP (TEC ≥55/ high power field [HPF]), as well as noneosinophilic CRSwNP (TEC <55/HPF) will be testified.

Trial registration:

NCT05324137.
Pendidikan Multikultural dalam Membentuk Karakter Santri di Pondok Pesantren Buntet
Authors: M. Yusuf Moh. Yusuf
Published: February 2024

Multicultural education has become an important issue in the context ofeducation in the current era of globalization. This research aims toinvestigate the role of multicultural education in shaping the character ofstudents (santri) in Pondok Pesantren Buntet. Through a qualitativeapproach, data were collected through participant observation,interviews, and analysis of relevant documents. The literature reviewinvolved the concepts of multicultural education, the character of studentsin the context of Islamic education, and the role of Islamic boardingschools (pondok pesantren) in multicultural education. The results of thestudy indicate that Pondok Pesantren Buntet implements a multiculturalapproach through its curriculum, activities, and programs designed topromote understanding, appreciation, and tolerance towards cultural andreligious diversity. The implementation of multicultural education in thisIslamic boarding school has a positive impact on the development ofstudents' character, including multicultural awareness, tolerance, and abroader understanding of global society. This research contributes to theunderstanding of the importance of multicultural education in shaping thecharacter of students in Islamic boarding schools and provides insightsfor the development of curriculum and practices of multicultural educationin similar institutions.
Implementasi Layanan Bimbingan Konseling di Manu Putri Buntet Pesantren Cirebon
Authors: Sofiyah Zulaehatus , Nurunnadzifah Zannuba
Published: February 2024

The implementation of counseling guidance services at this MANU Putri school uses group counseling and individual counseling methods. with this study aims to change the views of students on counseling guidance. That counseling guidance is not only a place to deal with problematic students, but also provides assistance such as career guidance, and helps solve problems that are being experienced by students. This research belongs to the type of qualitative research, using a case study approach and conducting interviews, observation and documentation. The results of this study are to find out how and what counseling services are provided for women where the majority of students are students and some outsiders
Kedisiplinan Santri Pondok Pesantren Madinatunnajah Kota Cirebon
Authors: Barnawi Barnawi
Published: February 2024

This research aims to obtain results regarding discipline carried out by the Madinatunnajah santri organization. This research uses qualitative research with a case study approach. Data collection techniques use in-depth interviews, observation and documentation. Meanwhile, data analysis was carried out using Miles and Huberman analysis through the stages of data reduction, data presentation and drawing conclusions. The research results show that the leadership carried out by the Madinatunnajah santri organization has implications for discipline. The leadership management carried out by the Madinatunnajah santri organization is carried out by planning, analyzing the background, determining goals and objectives, while the organizing carried out by the Madinatunnajah OSMAN santri organization is by establishing a structure through leadership deliberation, while the implementation is carried out by carrying out programs according to each division. respectively, providing motivation as well as implementing discipline through rules, advice and example. Meanwhile, supervision is carried out through program supervision through supervision by OSMAN administrators of all students in various activities, by providing rewards and punishments, conducting evaluations and upgrading. Meanwhile, student discipline is seen from two indicators, namely time discipline during activities and action discipline by using time for productive activities.

Keywords : discipline, santri, Islamic boarding school
Examining the Blood-Feeding Interactions During Intra- and Interspecific Adult Competition between Aedes albopictus and Aedes aegypti -a Laboratory Study
Authors: Bursalı Fatma
Published: February 2024

Aedes albopictus and Aedes aegypti are striped mosquitoes with similar behavioral characteristics. They are known vectors of dangerous arboviruses and are expanding their reach globally. These species have established in specific areas of Türkiye, with Ae. albopictus expanding significantly than Ae. aegypti. While the larval competition of these two mosquito species has been studied, not much is known about their interactions during adulthood. We first investigated the effects of interspecific and intraspecific larval competition on the survival rate into adulthood and the wing length of females and males in containers of different sizes and food level conditions. This research also explored how females of these mosquitoes compete for blood meals in confined environments and its effects on blood feeding rates and female fecundity. Larval competition hinders Ae. aegypti emergence, Ae. albopictus remains resilient across varying resource levels. Notably, both species displayed increased blood feeding rates when housed together, suggesting potential facilitation or competitive avoidance strategies. Interspecific pressure caused a decrease in the number of eggs laid in mixed species cages for Ae. aegypti only. This study highlights the complex competitive dynamics between Ae. albopictus and Ae. aegypti. While larval competition appears to affect Ae. aegypti emergence. Further understanding of adult interactions is crucial for predicting their co-occurrence and effectively managing their populations, especially as Ae. albopictus shows greater adaptability and expansion within Türkiye.
Sonographic Findings in Children Presenting with Acute Abdominal Pain at Meer Children and Family Clinic, Lahore
Authors: Kazmi Syeda Fizza , Uzair Muhammad , Ahmed Tuseef , Farooq Syed Muhammad Yousaf , Arshad Zainab , Farooq Misbah , Hanif Arifa , Nazir Nida , Aslam Navera , Zainab Anosh
Published: February 2024

Acute abdominal pain is a frequent complaint in children. Acute abdominal pain is severe, sudden, and persistent pain requiring immediate medical attention. Acute abdominal pain can arise in any of the four quadrants of the abdomen. Objective: To evaluate sonographic findings in children presenting with acute abdominal pain. Methods: Descriptive study was conducted at the Department of Radiology, Meer Children and Family Clinic. Data from 255 participants were designated as done suitable sample method. Data were analyzed by SSPS version-26.0. Results: Out of a total number of 255 patients, which presented with acute abdominal pain 56 (41.5%) males and 47 (39.2%) females had a normal scan. The most prevalent disease was splenomegaly which was observed in 10 (3.9%) patients. 8 (3.1%) patients had an inguinal hernia, 8 (3.1%) had lymphadenopathy, 9 (3.5%) had excessive bowel gas, 20 (7.8%) had mesenteric lymphadenopathy, 17 (6.7%) had acute appendicitis and 17 (6.7%) had ascites. Conclusions: Our study concluded that most of the children coming for an abdominal ultrasound with acute abdominal pain had a normal scan. The most common sonographic findings were mesenteric lymphadenitis, splenomegaly, and ascites.
IT SHALL BE OUR RIGHTEOUSNESS, DEUTERONOMY 6:25: A SUGGESTED TRANSLATION
Authors: Rabach Ode
Published: February 2024

The term righteousness in Christian tradition has always been understood as bearing a moral nuance. At time this Christian thinking influences the understanding the term in certain contexts where the nuance could be different. This article explores the meaning of the term righteousness in Deuteronomy 6:25. The study attempts to undertake a contextual study of the term righteousness as used in Deuteronomy 6:24-25. The cluster of verbs used in Deut 6:24-25 reveal a word field within which the phrase “our righteousness” is situated, which is a context of the blessing of life, especially physical life. The parallel between the term sedaqah (righteousness) and tob (good) in the phrases “it shall be our righteousness” and “it shall be good to us” is pivotal for understanding the usage of the term righteousness in this passage. This relationship reveals that these two terms, righteousness and good, mirror each other. The clause “it shall be good to us” in 6:24 is a used in connection with the clause “to preserve your life.” The term good in this passage refers to the preservation of physical life. Because these two terms, righteousness and good are employed in the context of preservation of the physical life, it can be deduced that the term righteousness points to the blessings of physical life. Lexically, sedaqah conveys the nuance to justify, vindicate, deliver and prosper. Though the term righteousness may have a moral connotation, in this context it is not used in connection words that could suggest a moral aspect. Therefore, translating sedaqah as prosperity is congruent to the thoughts expressed in the rest of Deuteronomy 6.
AN ANALYTICAL STUDY ON DIFFICULTIES AND SOLUTIONS IN ENGLISH WRITING SKILLS AT SAMTAH UNIVERSITY COLLEGE, JAZAN UNIVERSITY, KSA
Authors: Ahmad Sana
Published: February 2024

This study talks about the importance of learning better writing skills and the challenges faced by English students at Samtah College, Jizan University. It discusses the main reasons behind the problems and gives a few remedies to the students, if they want to write in English successfully and want to promote their communicative competence. Writing is one of the very important communicative skills, there is no doubt that it is a very complex process. The difficulties faced by the students in mastering this skill are discussed in this article. If students are not able to write well it could lead to a major drawback in their performance in college as well as in their career after completing their education. They have to learn the art of error-free writing to excel at academic and professional levels. This study is learner-centered in which the problems faced by students, the reasons behind them, and their solutions are discussed. Writing is not just a talent that is the exclusive domain of those good at English. It is a skill, which can be taught, practised, and mastered like any other skill.
GLOBAL SKILLS THROUGH LITERATUR
Authors: Shahnawaz Mohammad Sharique
Published: February 2024

The 21st century has brought significant changes in almost all aspects of life, however, the one most affected by the rapid transformation is education. The first two decades of 21st century education were mostly characterized by frameworks prepared by organizations like UNESCO, OECD, and Partnership for 21st Century Skills (P21). These frameworks focused on skills and competencies necessary for 21st century students but were criticised for being overtly careeristic overlooking the overall wellbeing of the students. However, the frameworks weren’t rejected in toto but were improvised to accommodate objections raised. It was broadly agreed that the contemporary world is witnessing rapid advances in digital technologies, intensified globalization, cutthroat economic race, and greater mobility leading to more diversity in the workplace. Hence, the role of education is even broader to equip the students with skills and competencies that will help them to flourish now and in the future. Educators, business leaders, academics, and governmental agencies unanimously agreed that all students need skills critical for lifelong learning and success. This paper intends to investigate the importance of teaching English Literature at the undergraduate level in an age when learning is driven by integrated and usable knowledge, skills, and competence-based curricula.
On Occasion of the Thirty Years of the Establishing Avicena Publisher and its Medical Journals Medical Archives and Acta Informatica Medica
Authors: Masic Izet
Published: February 2024

Here we will focus on two of the four indexed biomedical journals that were published in Sarajevo during wartime conditions in 1992-1995. The first is the Medical Archives, which was founded in 1947 and whose last editor until 1991 was the respected Academician Mirko Grujic, and whose last edited issue remained in storage (then the printing was done on Heidelberg machines and the text was typed using lead letters) and that unprinted issue – the number one volume in 1991 never even came out. Given that the contracts with the strongest index database MEDLINE included the Contract of the Assembly of doctors of Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH), which at that time was the owner of the journal, and the pause in printing had already been going on for two years, Medline withdrew this journal as well. Numerous correspondences with the main responsible person Mr. Sheldon Kotzin, we received an unexpected consent from the Medline database to try to fill the gap with at least a few double-issues within 6 months, and Medline will meet us and reactivate the depositing of the Medical Archive in Medline. In addition to these facts, I was reminded of the incredible activities related to the preparation and printing of 47 books and monographs out of a total of 98 in B&H in the war period 1992-1995, and their list is in the attached tables. Those war publications were created in various ways. Very important collection of published monographs are printed during wartime written by very famous scientists from Golden Arabic Ages: Ibn Sina, Ibn Haitham, Ibn Rushd, Ibn Nafis, Al Biruni, Ar Razi, which has been forgotten, translated by famous professors Sakir Sikiric and Hamdija Karamehmedovic until 1962. In addition to these facts, I was reminded of the incredible activities related to the preparation and printing of 4 scientific journals out of 8 biomedicine which today indexed journals in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Very important item from wartime was recording documetary movie "Amputation or Reconstruction in Wartime Conditions" recorded by Izet Masic and Zoran Ridjanovic which made in 1994 and showen in Lisbon during MIE '94 Conefernce as one of war miracles. Finaly, during wartime in B&H Avicena organized and published Proceedings of ten scientific meetings held in sieged Sarajevo and all presented papers were published and deposited in PubMed Central database. Total amount of published books and monographs during past thirty years is more than 200, and, also published papers by Avicena during 30 years in four Avicena Publisher's journals have number more than 15,000 papers writen at least by 60,000 authors, from over 50 countries from all continents, and almost a half of them are stored in most influential indexed databases. It is incredible job of one very small publisher from small countriy.
Impacts of caponization on growth performance, certain phenotypic trait, and carcass composition in Sonali chicken: A randomized prospective study
Authors: Sumon Abu , Munif Mohammad , Runa Rukhsana , Alam Md
Published: February 2024

Aim: Sonali chicken serves as a dependable source of poultry meat, holding a prominent position alongside indigenous chicken. In this context, the caponized Sonali cockerels could be deemed pragmatic for meat production. This study investigated the effects of caponization on feed intake, growth performance, carcass yield, meat composition, and a certain phenotypic trait (comb height) in Sonali chicken cockerels.
Methods: Thirty Sonali cockerels, appearing in good health, were chosen through block randomization and divided equally into three groups: group I (control), group II (sham), and group III (capon). All cockerels received formulated poultry feed and were reared with intensive care. The group III birds underwent caponization at 8 weeks of age, whereas sham operations were performed in group II birds at the same age, and group I birds were intact. Daily feed intake, weight gain, live weight, feed conversion ratio (FCR), and comb height were recorded in all cockerels from 8 to 13 weeks. After slaughtering at 13 weeks, the weights of dressed carcasses, leg (thigh+drumstick), breast, liver, heart, and spleen were documented, and proximate analysis of breast meats was performed.
Results: The caponized birds (capons) exhibited significantly (P<0.05) higher daily feed intake, weight gain, and live weight with an improved FCR, including heavier leg, breast, liver, and spleen, in comparison to their counterparts. However, a gradual and significant decrease (P<0.05) in the comb height was noted in the capons throughout the experiment. The capon meat showed significantly greater (P<0.05) percentages of fat, ash, and nitrogen-free extract than those of the sham and control, but minor variations were observed in meat protein and dry matter percentages among the groups.
Conclusion: Caponization in Sonali cockerels remarkably enhances growth for meat production and certainly impacts the comb height and carcass characteristics.
Comparison of sexual behaviours and libido changes in septorhinoplasty patients with vomeronasal organ dissection by gender: A clinical study
Authors: Balik Ozan , Tutak Fatma , Bulbuloglu Semra , Altun Ceyli
Published: February 2024

Animals use the vomeronasal organ for interactions, including sexual intercourse, with conspecifics. Whether this orientation exists in humans is not yet fully understood. In this study, we aimed to compare the sexual behavior and libido changes of septorhinoplasty patients who underwent vomeronasal organ dissection according to gender. This is a cross-sectional descriptive study. The study sample included n=63 septorhinoplasty patients with vomeronasal organ dissection (31 females and 32 males). The data were collected using a personal and clinical characteristics form, the Arizona Sexual Experiences Scale (ASES) and the Libido Scoring System (LSS). The homogeneity test conducted for the personal characteristics of female and male septorhinoplasty patients did not reveal statistical significance, indicating homogeneity of the distribution. Both female and male patients had sexual dysfunction. The females had low libido, while the males had high libido, whereby the difference between them was statistically significant (p<0.01). Based on the results of this study, dissection of the vomeronasal organ does not affect the development of sexual dysfunction or decreased libido in septorhinoplasty patients. This study did not compare septorhinoplasty patients with healthy controls. Future studies are recommended to compare septorhinoplasty patients with healthy controls in this field.
Evaluation of communication skills of physicians working in a training and research hospital: A cross-sectional study
Authors: Oruc Muhammet , Vural Emine , Gonenc Isik , Demirtunc Refik
Published: February 2024

Communication; is a two-way process of reaching mutual understanding in which information is exchanged, produced and interpreted. The main component of the diagnosis and treatment process between patient and physician is communication. In this study, we aimed to evaluate the communication skills of physicians according to various variables. The cross-sectional and descriptive study was conducted with physicians working at Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital (HNH TRH) between May and August 2012. A total of 156 physicians who completed the scales and personal information form and met the inclusion criteria constituted the sample of the study. A total of 156 physicians with a mean age of 31.73±5.88 years participated in the study. Seventy-nine (50.6%) of the physicians reported that they could not devote enough time to themselves and their families, 118 (75.6%) physicians reported that they had communication problems with their patients in the past year, and only 56 physicians (35.9%) found themselves productive in their jobs. Sixty-five physicians (41.7%) felt exhausted, 116 (74.4%) of them reported that the reason for the communication problems they had was lack of time. There was a weak positive correlation between age and overall assessment of communication skills (p<0.05). There was a positive and weak correlation between age and mental and emotional communication skills (p<0.01). Limited time and low economic income negatively affect communication skills. Lowering patient density in hospitals and giving sufficient importance to primary health care services are needed. Focusing on communication skills training in medical schools and continuing this education throughout professional life can have positive effects on the patient-physician relationship.
A cross-sectional study on the effect of altered sleep patterns on working memory among nursing professionals
Authors: Rao Nitin , Doyizode Ashwini , Siddanagoudra Savitri , Verma Nikhil
Published: February 2024

Background: Sleep is a critical component of existence and vital for the rejuvenation of the body. A minimum of 7 h of sleep is needed for adults for optimal wellness. In the present condition, extended periods of wakefulness are a common occurrence. Such wakefulness can be acute total sleep deprivation or chronic partial sleep restriction. Both forms can negatively impact cognitive abilities. It is prevalent among nursing professionals, who play a vital role in health care, remaining alert during working hours, especially night shifts.

Aims and Objectives: This study aims to examine the effects of altered sleep patterns on working memory among nursing personnel working day and night shifts.

Materials and Methods: The necessary documents for conducting the study were obtained from the institution and the participants. For this cross-sectional study, 31 nursing staff, age group of 25–40 years, males – six, and females – 25 were chosen according to the selection criteria. They were posted to wards on rotational day and night shifts. Rey–Osterrieth figure copy and recall test (Rey–Osterrieth complex figure test [ROCF]) was used for assessing working memory. The performance was based on a copy score and a recall score.

Results: A paired “t” test with one-way repeated within the subject analysis of variance test was applied for analysis. Recall scores of ROCF were significantly less. Copy scores of ROCF were also less but statistically insignificant.

Conclusion: The present study showed that the recall scores were significantly less in nursing professionals at the end of the night shift duration indicating poor working memory.