bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Exploring the Requests from the Students not Participating in ASEAN Exchange Student Program for Active Program Operation
Authors:   Korea Univ. Institute of Educational Research, Shin Yu-jin , Kim Dayoung , Nam Da Hee , Byun Kiyong
Published: March 2023

This study aims to explore the requests from the Korean students’ view point regarding on the Korea-ASEAN exchange student program and to seek for the ways to promote the program based on the findings. For the data collection, surveys were provided to the students affiliated in the universities which took parts in Campus Asia AIMS or to the students majoring in disciplines related to ASEAN. In addition, the researchers interviewed students who have and have not participated, and the program operators of the ASEAN exchange student program for more comprehensive information. The quantitative data of the questionnaire were examined by t-test and ANOVA and the qualitative data from the interviews were examined based on the revised grounded theory approach of Kinoshita. By analyzing the results, it is found that students had different opinions regarding the program based on their background variables. Based on the findings, improvement plans are suggested like follows: to group students and provide suitable incentives considering their background variables, to use on/offline programs effectively, to recommend destination countries strategically and to actively advertise the value and importance of the program.
Implications and current status on the operation of joint curriculum for the high school credit system between the Office of Education and local universities
Authors:   Korea Univ. Institute of Educational Research, Joo Young Hyeo , Kim Yong-Jin , Park Kyun-Yeal
Published: March 2023

The purpose of this study was to analyze the current state of operation of the high school credit system joint curriculum between the Office of Education and local universities, and based on the results, draw implications for revitalizing the organization and operation of the cooperative curriculum at local universities. To this end, literature analysis and interviews were conducted, and the following implications were drawn. First, it is necessary for the president of a university to show interest in the operation of the cooperative high school credit system curriculum with local universities and to show leadership that can induce the participation of university members. Second, it is necessary to set up a department in charge of the high school credit system joint curriculum within the university and to allocate professional manpower. Third, the department in charge of the high school credit system joint curriculum within the university and professional manpower should also be in charge of quality management within the university, such as building a manpower pool within the university, training instructors participating in the high school credit system, and managing the satisfaction of students participating in the high school credit system. Fourth, university professors participating in high school teacher training organized by the Office of Education should use field-oriented, practical training methods.
A Study on the Transformation of Education Based on the Analysis of Academic Journals Related to Education in COVID-19
Authors:   Korea Univ. Institute of Educational Research, Kim Se-hee , Yun Ga-young , Choi Jin , Lee Yun-jeoung , Shin Chang-ho
Published: March 2023

This paper analyzes the research trends related to education after the pandemic caused by the coronavirus (COVID-19), and examines the direction of education in Korea. First, the current status of the research size and keywords were derived through quantitative analysis of research trends. Second, the problems and alternatives of education methods in school after the pandemic were examined through major keywords and selected scholarly reviews. Third, it suggests an educational direction and establishment of a new educational ecosystem according to the altered environment. As a result, the education environment in the pandemic situation presents two major problems. One is the learning gap; it causes learning deficits which also leads to the lack of care that is needed for the learning gap. Another problem is the lack of interaction. Due to the severance of relationships, it causes various psychological and social problems as well as learning problems. Considering the suggested issues above, the main keyword for Korean education is ‘connection’. The paper will further discuss its educational direction in four dimensions as the following: ①to create a ubiquitous educational ecosystem, ②to reflect and reinforce the intrinsic value of education, ③to establish of a self-directed, creative and convergent image of talent and ④to construct the role of instructors who can be life-long education consultants or curators.
financiamento da produção sustentável na agricultura familiar
Authors: Lopes Marcio Rodrigo Caetano de Azevedo , Almassy Junior Alexandre Américo
Published: March 2023

Diante da importância da agricultura familiar para o estado da Bahia e das políticas que incentivam a produção sustentável no Brasil, este trabalho tem como objetivo apresentar um balanço das linhas de crédito do PRONAF “Verde” no estado da Bahia nos últimos anos, bem como discorrer sobre as potencialidades e os principais desafios destas linhas para a produção sustentável. Esta pesquisa apoiou-se em dados Matriz de Dados do Crédito Rural (MDCR) do Banco Central do Brasil (BCB), no último Censo Agropecuário realizado em 2017 pelo Instituto Brasileiro de Geografia e Estatística (IBGE), em revisão de literatura relacionada ao tema e em um conjunto de Leis e Políticas de caráter nacional e estadual que respaldam políticas voltadas à agricultura familiar e à produção sustentável. O percurso metodológico desta pesquisa permitiu combinar dados e informações a fim de confrontar o desempenho da política no estado com a realidade socioprodutiva dos agricultores familiares. Os resultados da pesquisa apontam que as linhas de crédito do PRONAF “Verde” configuram-se como importante política de crédito para a produção de base sustentável. Entretanto, alguns entraves estruturais e institucionais ainda são determinantes para o baixo desempenho da política no estado, o que compromete cada vez mais a transição para sistemas de produção mais sustentáveis.
Palavras-chave: Crédito rural. Políticas Públicas. Produção sustentável.
La regulación del teletrabajo en el empleo público
Authors: Vida Fernández Raquel
Published: March 2023

El impulso dado al trabajo en remoto, por razón de fuerza mayor vinculada a la pandemia de la Covid-19, ha supuesto, en el ámbito del empleo público y privado, un antes y un después en relación a esta forma de trabajo. En este artículo se analiza la situación actual del marco normativo e implantación del teletrabajo en el ámbito del empleo público, encabezada por el nuevo artículo 47.bis del Estatuto Básico del Empleado Público, que proporcionó un punto de partida para las diferentes Administraciones Públicas en la materia. El precepto conceptúa esa particular forma de prestación de servicios y determina las características básicas del mismo, pero constituye solo la base de una regulación completa del teletrabajo que se realizará por cada Administración, en el seno de la negociación colectiva. El análisis del actual marco normativo se completa con el proyecto de reglamento para el desarrollo de la regulación del teletrabajo en la Administración General del Estado, pendiente de aprobación.
Reseña de “ANTECENDENTES HISTÓRICOS DEL CONSTITUCIONALISMO SOCIAL EN ESPAÑA. ORIGEN E INFLUENCIAS IDEOLÓGICAS”
Authors: Ramírez Nárdiz Alfredo
Published: March 2023

Me permito presentar la obra Antecedentes históricos del constitucionalismo social en España. Origen e influencias ideológicas, dirigida y coordinada por los doctores José Eduardo López Ahumada y José Manuel del Valle, profesores de la Universidad de Alcalá, publicada en la editorial Cinca, de Madrid.
Reseña de “EL TRABAJO YA NO ES LO QUE FUE”
Authors: Ocaña Escolar Luis
Published: March 2023

“El trabajo ya no es lo que fue” constituye la última obra editada en castellano del profesor Supiot. Se trata de dos lecciones dictadas en torno al trabajo humano: “El trabajo no es una mercancía. Contenido y sentido del trabajo en el siglo XXI”, lección de clausura impartida en el Collège de  France el 22 de mayo de 2019; y “La justicia en el trabajo”, versión ampliada de la conferencia inaugural de la 24ª edición de los Rendez-Vous de l´Historie pronunciada el 8 de octubre de 2021.
The Geometry and Kinematics of the Latest Paleozoic Allatoona Fault, One of the Youngest Thrusts in the Southernmost Appalachian Hinterland, Alabama and Georgia, U.S.A.
Authors: Tull James F. , Holm-Denoma Christopher S. , Almuntshry Nawwaf A. , McMahan Ericka L.
Published: March 2023

The Allatoona thrust fault in the southernmost hinterland of the Appalachian Blue Ridge-Piedmont megathrust sheet is among the latest structures in the kinematic sequence of events along the west flank of the orogen. It is an out-of-sequence, craton-directed thrust fault that cuts metamorphic isograds and earlier thrusts, and it has a nearly linear trace of ≥280 km, making it one of the major thrust faults in the orogen. On the northwest, the fault cuts Pennsylvanian or younger(?) regional cross antiforms that cause significant orogenic curvature of older underlying thrust sheets and is likely Permian in age. To the southeast, however, units within the fault hanging wall maintain a nearly constant width resulting in a significant change in the regional structural architecture of the orogen. In the central segment of the fault, where it marks the western/eastern Blue Ridge domain boundary, a ~20 km-long eyelid window (Mulberry Rock window) framed by three amphibolite facies thrust sheets overlying the greenschist facies Talladega belt allochthon, allows a 3-D view into the structural architecture, kinematics, and trajectories of the regional thrusts. Two earlier thrusts within the window (Mulberry Rock and Burnt Hickory Ridge thrusts, with a combined minimum horizontal net slip component of 27 km) are cut by the Allatoona fault, which is a ~15 m-wide high strain zone with top-to-the-northwest displacement, and a >17.2 km horizontal net slip vector. Structural branch points between the Allatoona and Mulberry Rock thrusts indicate that the Mulberry Rock allochthon is a large north-trending horse beneath the Allatoona fault, centered on the Mulberry Rock window, which is likely the result of oblique ramp thrusting over the massive Mulberry Rock Gneiss. The Allatoona fault cuts down obliquely into the tectonostratigraphy progressively deeper both to the northeast and northwest, locally approaching underlying foreland thrust sheets, and cutting older regional structures. To the northeast, the Allatoona fault lies at the base of the Dahlonega gold belt, becoming an internal eastern Blue Ridge thrust at Dawsonville, Georgia. Although that sequence extends another 120 km into North Carolina, continuation of the Allatoona fault that additional distance is in debate. Regardless, the Allatoona is one of the kinematically latest and longest faults in the southern Appalachian orogen.
Intrascrotal Incision: An Alternative Technique for the Management of Inguinoscrotal Pathologies, Experience from 76 Cases
Authors: Gkalonaki I. , Anastasakis M. , Moutsanas V. , Feidantsis T. , Mitroudi M. , Patoulias I.
Published: March 2023

Introduction

The aim of this clinical study was to present our experience gained by using the intrascrotal incision through the mid raphe for the management of a variety of inguinoscrotal pathologies.

Materials and Methods

A total of 76 male patients, between 2 and 16 years, underwent surgical treatment through a mid raphe intrascrotal incision, for a wide range of inguinoscrotal diseases, including torsion of the spermatic cord, torsion of the testicular appendages, non-communicating hydrocele, communicating hydrocele, ectopic testis, retractile testicles, palpable undescended testis, testicular trauma and testicular prosthesis placement.

Results

All the patients had an uneventful postoperative recovery, with none mentioned complication, and none of them required convention to the traditional inguinal method. The follow-up examination ranged from 6 months to 3 years, with no surgical complication highlighted.

Conclusions

We recommend that the intrascrotal incision through the mid raphe may be considered as an alternative technique to inguinoscrotal pathologies, instead of other approaches. The ability to treat a variety of pathologies regarding both two hemi-scrotums and the inguinal region at the same time, the provision of adequate surgical site, while succeeding much less dissection and disruption of tissue, the excellent cosmetic result, the greater comfort for the ‘day-case’ child, the ability to use the scrotal septum in order to fix the testis in the scrotum and the avoidance of an extra incision are the main advantages of the intrascrotal incision.
Telemedicine in Ophthalmology: Lessons from the COVID-19 Era and Beyond
Authors: Uzunova S. , Kilova K.
Published: March 2023

The progress of information and communication technologies in the era of COVID-19 created an unprecedented opportunity for medicine to adapt to new models of care. Telemedicine and telehealth have enabled medical care at a distance in various fields, including ophthalmology. The aim of this article is to review the current state and the opportunities for telemedicine in ophthalmology.

Materials and methods

PubMed, ScienceDirect Database, Google Scholar databases, as well as official sites of various governmental and non-governmental institutions were explored. The search was conducted between May 1, 2022 and July 31, 2022 using as key words “teleophthalmology”; “telemedicine/telehealth and ophthalmology”; “ophthalmology and COVID-19”.

Results

87 primary sources were reviewed. An exploratory analysis of the current state and application of telemedicine in ophthalmology was made.

Conclusion

A great number of innovations have created an environment allowing for teleophthalmology to flourish, whereas the COVID-19 epidemic has accelerated the development and adoption of these digital technologies. Telemedicine has become an extremely valuable tool during a pandemic, and even if it would never fully replace in the person-to-person patient visits, it certainly has an important role in our dynamic and high-tech world.
Women in Romanian Historical Mythology – Gender Perspectives and Stereotypes
Authors: Fodor Georgeta
Published: March 2023

The study explores the historical context in which some female figures gained a legendary aura. As well, we focused on the processes by which they entered the gallery of Romanian historical personalities. We also researched whether the selection of female figures was dependent on the gender stereotypes of the period.

The study follows the theoretical framework of gender history studies. We applied it to a case study of Transylvania in the second half of the nineteenth century.

The approach starts from the presumption that, during this period of time, the roles that Romanians had to assume in the national project were gender determined. We argue that the intellectuals’ efforts to offer common people an example to inspire their behavior connect with the Romanians’ emancipation movement in the Austro-Hungarian Empire. In this context, a series of historical personalities were promoted as role models for Romanians. In fact, the national mythological pantheon was articulated also because of this debate over the ideal Romanian man and woman.
Unusual presentation of classical Kaposi Sarcoma: penile involvement in an HIV sero-negative patient
Authors: Aferin Ugur , Selcuk Berin , Turker Cansu , Ulgen Ovgu Aydin , Ozkara Hamdi
Published: March 2023

Background:

Kaposi’s sarcoma (KS) is a multifocal, angioproliferative malignant lesion originating from lymphatic endothelial cells. KS limited to the penis is extremely rare in human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) sero-negative patients. In this study, we aimed to present a case of isolated primary penile KS unrelated to HIV.

Case Presentation:

A 65-year-old man, with no risk factors for KS, presented with reddish nodules on penis. Biopsy was recommended to the patient for definitive diagnosis. Histopathological examination revealed that the diagnosis was classical type KS. No distant metastases were detected. No recurrence or disease progression was detected during the 4-year follow-up.

Conclusion:

Isolated primary penile KS is extremely rare in HIV sero-negative patients, but it should be kept in mind in the differential diagnosis of pigmented and nodular lesions in the penis. Excision of lesions with negative surgical margins has a high success and very low complication rate, as in our case.
Coexistence of atopic dermatitis and thrombocytosis: diagnostic odyssey: a case report
Authors: Mutairi Fuad , Alberreet Meshal , Alkuhaimi Lara , Aleisa Khalid , Almana Rana , Awadalla Asma
Published: March 2023

Background: Atopic dermatitis (AD) is one of the most common diseases encountered in pediatric practice. Genetic factors play a role in the development of this condition. Topical corticosteroids are the cornerstone of AD management, but with potentially serious adverse events. Misuse of these medications is not uncommon.
Case Presentation: We describe a case of severe AD with inadvertent overuse of topical steroids. The patient presented with multisystem involvement and a cushingoid appearance. Laboratory tests showed thrombocytosis and abnormal liver function test, among other findings. A whole exome test showed mutations in two genes, a homozygous pathogenic variant c.317C>T p.(Pro106Leu) in the protooncogene, thrombopoietin receptor (MPL) gene (NM_005373.2) inherited from both parents and a de novo heterozygous c.139C>T p.(Arg- 47Cys) in the CARD11 gene (NM_001324281.1), that explain her combined presentation.
Conclusion: The aim of this report is to share our experience with the diagnosis and treatment of a challenging case. This report also shows the association between the MPL, CARD11 genes, and severe AD. In addition, this case is consistent with the published literature on systemic involvement in severe AD and variable response to routine management.
КОМПЛЕКСНЕ ДОСЛІДЖЕННЯ НАЦІОНАЛЬНОЇ ПАМ’ЯТІ ТА ІСТОРИЧНОЇ ПОЛІТИКИ У МІЖНАРОДНОМУ ВИМІРІ (рецензія на монографію: Проблема історичної пам’яті у всесвітньо-історичному дискурсі (1945 – 2015 рр.): монографія / керівник авторського колективу – член-кореспондент НАН України, д.і.н., проф. Кудряченко А. І., науковий редактор к.і.н., доц. Солошенко В. В., технічний редактор к.політ.н., с.н.с. Розумюк В. М. Київ: ДУ “Інститут всесвітньої історії Національної академії наук України”, 2021. 312 с.)
Authors: ГУДЗЬ Віктор , СИТНИК Олександр
Published: March 2023

рецензія на монографію: Проблема історичної пам’яті у всесвітньо-історичному дискурсі (1945 – 2015 рр.): монографія / керівник авторського колективу – член-кореспондент НАН України, д.і.н., проф. Кудряченко А. І., науковий редактор к.і.н., доц. Солошенко В. В., технічний редактор к.політ.н., с.н.с. Розумюк В. М. Київ: ДУ “Інститут всесвітньої історії Національної академії наук України”, 2021. 312 с.
ДЕРЖАВНИЙ КОНТРОЛЬ ЗА МІСЬКИМ ВИБОРЧИМ ПРОЦЕСОМ У КАТЕРИНОСЛАВСЬКІЙ ГУБЕРНІЇ (1870 – 1907)
Authors: КОРОБКА Вадим , КОРОБКА Юлія
Published: March 2023

Мета дослідження – розкрити ефективність здійснення державного контролю за міським виборчим процесом у Катеринославській губернії (1870 – 1907). Методологія дослідження спирається на принципи історизму, науковості, міждисциплінарності та ціннісний підхід, використання загальнонаукових (аналізу, синтезу й узагальнення), і спеціально-наукових (історико-генетичний, порівняльно-історичний, моделювання) методів. Наукова новизна визначається застосуванням неопублікованих архівних та опублікованих джерельних матеріалів, які досі не введено до наукового обігу і не використано сучасними дослідниками для історичного аналізу, з метою з’ясування деталей державного контролю за міським виборчим процесом у Катеринославській губернії (1870 – 1907). Висновки. Виявлені й проаналізовані джерела засвідчують, що Катеринославське губернське в земських та міських справах присутствіє (Присутствіє) відігравало роль центральної ланки державного контролю за міським виборчим процесом у межах губернії. Саме цей орган встановлював наявність або відсутність порушення міськими громадськими управліннями чинного законодавства, вживав заходів щодо відновлення законності. Встановлено, що переважна більшість міських громад Катеринославщини мали у своєму пасиві випадки скасування результатів виборів до розпорядчих або виконавчих установ міського самоврядування через порушення процедур міського виборчого процесу та прав виборців. Доведено, що Присутствіє як орган державного контролю за громадськими управліннями, ухвалюючи постанови, припускалося й помилкового тлумачення імперського законодавства. З’ясовано наявність послаблення результативності державного нагляду за законністю через непоодинокі випадки зволікання у справі легального формування установ міського самоврядування та невелике за кількістю коло міських жителів, які отримали виборче право. Констатовано, що у разі виникнення суперечок стосовно ухвал Присутствія надмірна централізація призводила до переведення розв’язання навіть дріб’язкових справ на вищий рівень державного управління, накопичення їх там та несвоєчасного вирішення. Позбавленим раціональної організації видається повільний рух окремих сенатських указів, які захистили рішення установ самоврядування, до зацікавлених сторін.
“ІСТОРІЯ ДИДАКТИКИ ЧИ ДИДАКТИКА ІСТОРІЇ?” (рецензія на монографію: Дмитро Герцюк, Теодор Лещак. Педагогічна освіта і наука у Львівському університеті (1812 – 1939). Львів: ЛНУ імені Івана Франка, 2022. 432 с.)
Authors: КАЧМАР Володимир , МИКИТЮК Володимир
Published: March 2023

рецензія на монографію: Дмитро Герцюк, Теодор Лещак. Педагогічна освіта і наука у Львівському університеті (1812 – 1939). Львів: ЛНУ імені Івана Франка, 2022. 432 с.
РЕЛІГІЙНИЙ ФАКТОР У СУЧАСНІЙ РОСІЙСЬКО-УКРАЇНСЬКІЙ ВІЙНІ
Authors: ПАЛІНЧАК Микола , БОКОЧ Вікторія
Published: March 2023

Мета статті – представити результати дослідження впливу російської військової агресії в Україну на релігійно-церковну сферу. Наукова новизна. Аналізуються процеси, що відбуваються у релігійно-церковному житті, особливості діяльності церков та релігійних організацій в Україні під час війни. Висвітлюється реакція міжнародного релігійного співтовариства на російське військове вторгнення в Україну. Показуються форми духовної підтримки та матеріальної допомоги Україні у її боротьбі проти російських окупантів різними вітчизняними і зарубіжними релігійними спільнотами. Методологія дослідження ґрунтується на принципах історизму, системності, науковості, авторської об’єктивності, а також на використанні загальнонаукових (аналіз, синтез, узагальнення) та спеціально-історичних (історико-системний, історико-типологічний) методів. Висновки. В умовах російського військового вторгнення на територію України релігійно-церковна сфера зазнала відчутного впливу. Російська агресія спричинила у релігійному середовищі суттєві зміни та викликала значний спротив віруючих, духовенства та релігійних організацій різних конфесій. Нині у релігійно-церковній сфері України проглядається кілька тенденцій: засудження релігійними організаціями російського військового вторгнення в Україну; надання церквами, релігійними спільнотами різноманітної духовної та матеріальної допомоги захисникам України, потерпілим та біженцям; підтримка України зарубіжними релігійними організаціями у її боротьбі з російськими окупантами; ускладнення відносин між Московським патріархатом та Українською православною церквою; активізація процесу зміни юрисдикції православними громадами та загострення суперечностей у православному середовищі. Породжені під час війни проблеми у релігійно-церковній сфері остаточно будуть розв’язуватися після перемоги України над російськими загарбниками.
ДЕПУТАТИ УКРАЇНСЬКОЇ ДУМСЬКОЇ ГРОМАДИ І ДЕРЖАВНОЇ ДУМИ РОСІЇ ТА ЇХ ДІЯЛЬНІСТЬ У СОЮЗІ АВТОНОМІСТІВ
Authors: БІЛАН Сергій , ДОМОРОСЛИЙ Валентин
Published: March 2023

Мета дослідження – встановлення проблем і напрямів діяльності депутатів української думської громади у Союзі Автономістів – організації народів у Російській імперії, яка виникла під час революції 1905 р. і добивалася децентралізації Російської імперії на умовах національної автономії та автономізму. З’ясувати підстави та засади трансформації Росії від імперії до спілки народів з широкими автономними повноваженнями. Методологія дослідження – базується на принципах історизму та об’єктивності. В основу логіки викладу матеріалу покладено проблемно-історичний принцип, що дає змогу в хронологічній послідовності розкрити основні напрями діяльності депутатів української думської громади І Державної Думи Росії у Союзі автономістів. Наукова новизна дослідження полягає в осмисленні історичного досвіду розв’язання національного питання у багатонаціональній державі. Здійснена спроба поглибленого аналізу діяльності українських депутатів-громадівців І Державної Думи Росії та їх діяльність у Союзі автономістів. Акцентовано увагу на узгодженості дій у плані вирішення автономних прав українських та польських депутатів. Висновки. Російська імперія була “в’язницею народів”,  де більшість з її населення не мали елементарних прав та національних свобод. У статті проаналізовано основні етапи діяльності Союзу Автономістів Росії та участь у ньому українських депутатів, членів Української думської громади І Державної Думи у напрямі розв’язання національного питання. Перспективним напрямом дослідження залишається вивчення участі депутатів-громадівців у Союзі Автономістів, позаяк наявні матеріали дають інформацію про діяльність в організації, головно І. Шрага, та епізодично В. Шемета.
Medical students rise to the COVID-19 vaccine challenge
Authors: Dbeibo Lana , Cooper Dylan D. , Allen Bradley , Hiller Katherine M. , Ko Paul Y. , Weaver Christopher , Birnbaum Deborah R. , Weddle Jennifer , Wallach Paul M.
Published: March 2023

Abstract

Background

The COVID-19 pandemic disrupted medical student education at a time when they were most eager to step up and help with the pandemic response. Indiana University School of Medicine (IUSM) leveraged an existing relationship with the Indiana Department of Health (IDOH) and the major healthcare systems in the state to assist with the state’s mass vaccination campaign. In this paper, we describe the development and implementation of a medical student volunteer program and highlight the main components of integrating community service programs into medical education.

Methods

IUSM appointed a taskforce to create a state-wide IUSM Medical Student Volunteer Vaccinator program to quickly train and deploy a medical student volunteer workforce. This taskforce was charged with (1) creating and delivering asynchronous and in-person training curriculum for all nine regional campuses and (2) coordinating medical student volunteerism for vaccine delivery across the state of Indiana.

Results

A total of 517 of 739 targeted medical students were fully trained in vaccine administration and contributed to over 2,000 hours of volunteer community service and delivered over 15,000 vaccine doses across the state of Indiana. Students also participated in other essential vaccination delivery roles, such as screening and registration of patients, exit monitoring, and pre-calling patients to remind them of their appointments.

Conclusions

Community service should be a critical component of medical student education. The IUSM Medical Student Volunteer Vaccinator program is an example of what the collaboration between medical schools, state health departments, and healthcare systems can achieve. This model can not only be disseminated to other medical school / healthcare system dyads for mass vaccination efforts but can also be expanded to other public health initiatives such as health screening programs, health education programs, contact tracing programs, community outreach programs, and global health initiatives.

 

Conflicts of interest: None
A Guided Near-Peer Mentorship Program for Transitioning into Clinical Clerkships at a Regional Medical Campus
Authors: Barr Emma , Craig Steven , Smith Hayden , Jakubiak Margurite , Sopp Talia
Published: March 2023

Background

Transitioning from preclinical to clinical medical education is a significant milestone in medical training; however, it is associated with anxiety and uncertainty about adapting to a new work and learning environment. These feelings may be additionally heightened when students are also transitioning to a branch or regional campus for their clerkship training. A guided, near-peer mentorship program was designed at a regional medical campus in hopes of reducing anxiety associated with transitioning into clinical rotations, as well as teach clinical medical students how to effectively mentor a fellow student.

Methods

This curricular improvement program was developed and implemented at a regional campus of a US Midwestern medical school. A list of 14 topics for discussion was created from responses to reflection questions completed by students participating in the program. These topics were sorted into meeting guides that mentors could reference during three individual meetings with their mentee. Mentors attended a workshop prior to the start of the program to learn more about effective mentorship in medicine. Participants from the first two years of this program were asked to complete feedback surveys evaluating their experience in the program.

Results

Forty-one of 48 potential second-year students agreed to participate as mentees and 40 of 48 potential third-year students agreed to participate as mentors. Ninety-two percent of mentees agreed that participating in the program decreased their stress and anxiety about transitioning into clerkships and 96% reported they would recommend the program to other students. Among the mentors, 93% reported they would recommend the program to other students and 78% agreed that the mentorship skills they practiced during the program are useful in their professional and academic development.

Discussion

With the introduction of this guided, near-peer mentorship program, mentees reported feeling supported in their transition into clinical clerkships and mentors reported feeling prepared to effectively mentor a fellow student. Though such one-on-one programs can be somewhat time-intensive to establish and execute, the skills gained by mentors can serve them for the rest of their careers and the individualized advice given to mentees markedly decreases anxiety in a high-stress transition.
Protective Effects of Rubus coreanus Miq. Extracts Against Arsenic Trioxide-Induced Oxidative Stress and Cell Cytotoxicity
Authors:   Hanyang University, Om Ae-Son
Published: March 2023

These results suggest that RCMLS have antioxidant and As protective effects, and could be used as a potential antioxidative nutraceutical targeting heavy metal pollution.
Dance Movement Therapy with Chinese Counselors
Authors:   International Institute For Advanced Training In Dance Movement Therapy, Serlin Ilene A
Published: March 2023

The recently scheduled session coincided with strict lockdown measures and subsequent demonstrations. How can dance therapy help therapists deal with their trauma while still functioning and providing care for their families and students?
Metastatic Fracture Femur in Subtrochanteric Region Misdiagnosed as Bisphosphonate Fracture - A Case Report of a Very Unusual Presentation of Metastatic Fracture Femur
Authors:   Department Of Orthopedics, Pacific Medical College And Hospital, Udaipur, India, Batra Ashish Vinodkumar
Published: March 2023

There is a gradual increase in atypical subtrochanteric femur fractures which are related to bisphosphonate administration. Atypical femoral fractures are difficult to manage and need a great deal of care.
Taxation of Transactions for the Provision of Health Care Services by Health Care Institutions: Question of Theory and Practice
Authors: Yurchuk O. V.
Published: March 2023

In Ukraine, the obligation to pay taxes and fees in the manner and amounts established by law is constitutionally established, and it is determined that the taxation system is established exclusively through the adoption of relevant laws. The article highlights the main aspects of taxation and exemption from taxation of operations for the provision of health care services by health care institutions. The procedure for taxation with value added tax on operations for the supply of health care services by health care institutions has been disclosed. The publication contains an overview of the main provisions of the normative legal acts regarding the exemption from taxation of operations for the supply of health care services by health care institutions. The conditions under which the Tax Code of Ukraine exempts from taxation transactions for the supply of health care services by health care institutions are highlighted. An analysis of judicial practice was carried out regarding the application of subsection 197.1.5 of clause 197.1 of article 197 of the Tax Code of Ukraine.
Visión aeroespacial colombiana
Authors: Conde-Mesa Javier Hernando
Published: March 2023

Este libro presenta a la comunidad académica y científica la necesidad de considerar como objeto de estudio e investigación los dominios aéreo y espacial, que se conjugan en el ámbito aeroespacial. En este escenario, con el empleo de su poder aéreo, espacial y ciberespacial (PAEC), el Estado colombiano debe garantizar el alcance de los objetivos e intereses nacionales a través del uso legítimo de los medios y capacidades con que cuentan la Fuerza Aérea Colombiana y, por su conducto, el poder militar colombiano. El proyecto de investigación denominado “Proyección del empleo de las capacidades estratégicas aeroespaciales de Colombia para la seguridad y defensa nacional” se realizó en el año 2020 por investigadores adscritos al Departamento Fuerza Aérea Colombiana de la Escuela Superior de Guerra “General Rafael Reyes Prieto” y miembros del grupo de investigación Masa Crítica. Estos investigadores, en el marco de la línea de investigación “Estrategia, geopolítica y seguridad hemisférica”, materializaron este interesante producto de investigación, mediante el cual se creó el escenario propicio para adelantar procesos de análisis crítico y constructivo frente a las amenazas, riesgos, retos y desafíos que afectan los dominios aéreo y espacial del Estado colombiano. La investigación se desarrolló con una rigurosa metodología de tipo cualitativo de corte analítico y propositivo, fundamentada en la recolección y análisis de información documental de fuentes primarias reconocidas académicamente y fuentes secundarias de alta trayectoria en los escenarios estratégico y aeroespacial. Su propósito ha sido generar productos académicos de alta calidad que permitan, en primer lugar, a los decisores políticos, académicos, miembros de las Fuerzas Militares y ciudadanos en general reconocer la necesidad de alcanzar las capacidades estratégicas aeroespaciales requeridas para soportar el interés nacional; y en segundo lugar, fortalecer el liderazgo de la Fuerza Aérea Colombiana frente al desarrollo aeroespacial colombiano, dado el valor que representa para la seguridad y la defensa de la Nación.
Decreasing of Mangan (II) in The Water Using Membrane of Moringa Seed Powder-TiO2 with Variation of Mass TiO2
Authors: Mukaromah Ana Hidayati , Wardoyo Fandhi Adi , Sulistyaningtyas Ayu Rahmawati , Ghazi Haikal Naufal
Published: March 2023

Mn (II) is a metal ion commonly used in steel alloys, pigment industries, welding, fertilizers, pesticides, ceramics, and electronics. According to the Regulation of the Minister of Health No. 32 of 2017, the permissible content of Manganese in dug well water is 0.5 mg/L. The purpose of this study was to determine the concentration of Mn (II) ions in water before and after passing through a Moringa Seeds Powder (MSP)-TiO2 membrane 20:1; 20:3; 20:5; 20:7; 20:9 and measure the percentage decrease in the concentration of Mn (II) ions in water after through the MSP-TiO2 membrane. The object of this research is a 55 ppm Mn (II) ion artificial sample at a flow rate of 0.56 mL/minute for 90 minutes with 90-watt radiation UV. The concentration of Mn (II) ion was measured by visible spectrophotometric method, the morphology of MSP, TiO2, and MSP-TiO2 membranes was characterized by SEM-EDX, and its diffraction spectra by X-Ray diffraction. The results obtained that the initial Mn(II) was 55.06 ± 0.031 ppm, the concentration of Mn (II) ions with the MSP-TiO2 membrane of mass MSP-TiO2 were 20:1; 20:3; 20:5; 20:7; 20:9 respectively 36.47±0.00; 44.16±1.15; 44.31±1.04; 44.94±0.94; 42.27±2.61 ppm. The percentage of decrease concentration of Mn (II) ion are 34.19±0.44%; 21.37±0.43%; 20.94±0.85%; 19.24±0.86%; and 19.66±0.86%. The highest percentage decrease in Mn (II) ion concentration was 34.15±0.44% in the variation of mass MSP-TiO2 20:1. This study concludes that the MSP-TiO2 membrane has the potential to reduce the concentration of Mn (II) ions in water.
Sintesis dan Uji Fotostabilitas Kompleks Zn(II)-Astaxanthin
Authors: Winda Rahmalia  , Prayitno Dwi Imam , Adhitiyawarman  , Septiani
Published: March 2023

Astaxanthin is a pigment from the carotenoid group found in algae, shrimp, and crabs. Due to its chemical structure, astaxanthin has many health benefits but low stability against direct exposure to light and oxygen. In this study, the Zn-astaxanthin complex was synthesized using a reflux reactor at 37o and 60oC. Complex compounds were analyzed using a UV-Vis spectrophotometer and FTIR. The UV-Vis spectrophotometer analysis showed a bathochromic shift in acetone (475 to 477 nm). In comparison, in dimethyl sulfoxide, a hypsochromic shift (493 to 475 nm) was observed, and a new absorption peak was observed at 330 nm. FTIR analysis shows a decrease in the intensity of the C=O stretching vibration and -OH group vibration at 1712 and 1219 cm-1, respectively. This indicated an interaction between the metal ion Zn2+ and astaxanthin. Zn-astaxanthin has better stability than astaxanthin during irradiation, using a halogen lamp at a light intensity of 300 W/m2 for 6 hours. Based on the zero-order degradation kinetics model, the degradation rate constant of the Zn-astaxanthin complex was 0.0621, smaller than that of astaxanthin (0.0880).
John Rawls. Legado de un Pensamiento
Authors: Ignacio Grueso Delfín
Published: March 2023

Con motivo de la muerte del filosofo norteamericano John Rawls, y con el fin de analizar el alcance de su obra, diversos simposios y congresos fueron organizados en los principales centros del mundo filosófico contemporáneo. Se recogen aquí los ensayos presentados a los eventos organizados por el Grupo Praxis de la Universidad del Valle (marzo de 2003) y el Instituto de Filosofía de la Universidad de Antioquia (abril de 2003), a los cuales asistieron los más connotados conocedores de la obra de Rawls en el medio colombiano. Complementan lo anterior una biografía del autor por el filósofo norteamericano Thomas Pogge, una cronología de su vida intelectual y una bibliografía especializada. Así constituida, esta compilación aspira a contribuir decisivamente a la profundización de los estudios rawlsianos en nuestro medio
Methodological Aspects of the Process of Digitization of the Education System in the XXI Century
Authors: Dianov Sergei Aleksandrovich , Lesevitskii Aleksei Vladimirovich
Published: March 2023

The author discusses methodological aspects of digitalization of the education system in Russia. The author's research team focuses on the philosophical-anthropological and socio-pedagogical dimensions of the studied phenomenon of the XXI century. It is shown that in the field of education, the first steps towards digital literacy of all participants in educational relations were made back in the late 1990s. During this period, this process was called "informatization" of the educational environment of educational institutions. The transition to the introduction of a wide range of information and computer technologies into the pedagogical process took place during the implementation of the first national project "Education" (2005-2010). In the 2010s, big data analytics, the all-encompassing use of artificial intelligence and the Internet of Things, testing the possibilities of virtual and augmented reality, the use of 3-D printing in teaching – these and other new technologies allowed us to move to a new stage in the development of the Russian education sector. The formation of the educational environment in the context of digital transformation encourages understanding of the prospects and significant risks that the digitization process brings to the consumer society. The use of philosophical and anthropological analysis allowed the authors to identify the following risks: the risk of the formation of an individual with a "one-dimensional consciousness" in the educational environment, the tendency of the destruction of the ideological matrix of personality under the influence of digitisation, the risk of destructive transformation of the role of the teacher with the subsequent replacement of the latter with "gadgets" and software shells with "artificial intelligence", the risk of dictate from the "technocrats-developers" of educational content, the risk of worsening the health of students due to the adverse effects of digital technologies.
A importância dos cuidados paliativos no manejo das doenças cardiovasculares
Authors: Rocha Carolina Baptista Amorim , Oliveira Michelle Nogueira de , Souza Jean Fialho Fazolo de , Queiroz Milena Viana de , Ribas Laís Chiesse , Magrani Gefson Couto
Published: March 2023

Objetivo: Realizar uma revisão de literatura acerca dos cuidados paliativos em cardiologia, sobretudo na atenção primária em pacientes com insuficiência cardíaca. Métodos: Este utilizou o método de revisão integrativa, e priorizou buscas nas plataformas de pesquisas Scielo, National Library of Medicine (Pubmed), no período dos últimos cinco anos (2017-2021), com critérios de inclusão e exclusão, com temas apenas que se enquadrassem dentro da literatura e tema proposto. Resultados: O conceito de Cuidados Paliativos passou a ser descrito pela primeira vez na década de 1990 pela OMS e passou a ser baseado principalmente em cuidados energéticos e globais, abrangendo o relaxamento da dor além de problemas psicológicos, religiosos e sociais, voltados para portadores de doenças incuráveis. O incômodo do mercado-alvo deste controle, para os pacientes com doenças terminais, dificultou sua correta aplicação, além de fortalecer a visão dicotômica que dividia os portadores em “curáveis” e em “não curáveis”. Considerações finais: Com essa pesquisa foi possível perceber como os cuidados paliativos em cardiologia têm sido abordados em pesquisas singulares. Os autores abordaram as vantagens da utilização desse cuidado além de problemas em sua implementação em portadores únicos de doença coronariana (IC, transplante ou CID), à semelhança do seu preço reduzido em relação ao modelo de atendimento convencional.
A tool for precisely modelling real-world quantum devices
Authors: Gauger Erik Manuel , Cygorek Moritz
Published: March 2023

Modelling quantum system is notoriously difficult, posing a challenge for studying quantum devices in real world settings, where interactions with surrounding particles inevitably influence the device. Our novel computational tool solves this challenge by automatically compressing this environmental influence, allowing approximation-free predictions.
Cervical epidural abscess complicated by a pharyngoesophageal perforation after anterior cervical spine surgery for subaxial spondylodiscitis
Authors: Mariniello Giuseppe , Corvino Sergio , Corazzelli Giuseppe , Maiuri Francesco
Published: March 2023

Background:

The anterior approach to the cervical spine is safe and effective, but not without risks. The pharyngoesophageal perforation (PEP) is a rare but potentially life-threatening complication of this surgical route. A prompt diagnosis and adequate treatment are crucial for the prognosis; nevertheless, there is no unique consent about the best management.

Case Description:

A 47-year-old woman was referred to our neurosurgical unit for clinical and neuroradiological signs of multilevel cervical spine spondylodiscitis, which was conservatively treated with long-term antibiotic therapy and cervical immobilization after computed tomography-guided biopsy. Nine months later, when the infection was resolved, the patient underwent C3–C6 spinal fusion with anterior plate and screws through anterior approach to the cervical spine for degenerative vertebral changes causing severe myelopathy, and C5– C6 retrolisthesis with instability. Five days after surgical procedure, the patient developed a pharyngoesophageal-cutaneous fistula, detected through wound drainage, and confirmed by swallowing contrast study, without systemic signs of infection. The PEP was conservatively treated, with antibiotic therapy and parenteral nutrition, and it was monitored through seriate swallowing contrast and magnetic resonance studies up to the complete resolution.

Conclusion:

The PEP is a potentially fatal complication of the anterior cervical spine surgery. We suggest an accurate intraoperative control of the pharyngoesophageal’s tract integrity at the end of the surgical procedure and a longtime follow-up, because the risk of occurrence is up to several years after surgery.
Primary spinal epidural rhabdomyosarcoma: A case report
Authors: Okal Fahad Mahmood , Hamzah Abdulaziz , Boubaker Adnan , Aref Mohammed H.
Published: March 2023

Background:

Rhabdomyosarcoma (RMS) is a malignant childhood tumor that most commonly involves the skeletal muscles of the head and neck, genitourinary tract, limbs, and, rarely, the spine.

Case Description:

A 19-year-old male presented with cauda equina symptoms. Magnetic resonance imaging showed a C7/T1 homogeneously enhancing lesion, causing pathological fracture of the T1. Similar lesions were found on T3 and S1-S2 levels. CT-guided biopsy and immunohistochemistry confirmed the diagnosis of highly malignant alveolar RMS. He underwent multi-level laminectomies with partial tumor debulking but was paraplegic postoperatively.

Conclusion:

Spinal RMS rarely involves the soft tissues of the spine and should be surgically resected if feasible. Nevertheless, the long-term prognosis is poor regarding tumor recurrence and metastases.