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Awareness of Professional Differences and Similarities Among Midwifery and Nursing Students in Türkiye
Authors: Demirhan Kayacik Ahsen , Küçüktürkmen Büşra , Turan Zekiye , Suveren Yaşar 
Published: January 2025

ABSTRACTThis study examined the professional awareness among nursing and midwifery students in Türkiye, with a focus on interprofessional dynamics, conflicts and collaboration between these closely related professions. Employing a qualitative inductive and descriptive methodology, 14 in‐depth interviews and two focus group discussions were conducted with undergraduate students from a state university. Thematic analysis of the transcribed data yielded four primary themes: factors influencing career choice; societal perceptions of the professions, duties and authority areas; and students' perspectives on vocational education. The findings suggest that, despite shared responsibilities, disparities in educational backgrounds and societal perceptions contribute to occasional conflicts. Nevertheless, there is significant potential for collaboration, particularly in clinical environments. This study underscores the necessity for more clearly defined professional boundaries and enhanced educational processes to foster cooperation. These insights may inform policy modifications aimed at improving the quality of healthcare services and addressing inter‐professional challenges.
A Scoping Review of the Strategic Integration of Artificial Intelligence in Higher Education: Transforming University Excellence Themes and Strategic Planning in the Digital Era
Authors: Abulibdeh Ammar , Baya Chatti Chedli , Alkhereibi Aya , El Menshawy Sherine 
Published: January 2025

ABSTRACTThis scoping review discusses artificial intelligence's (AI) transformative role in strategic enhancement planning and academic excellence at Qatar University (QU). In response to the unprecedented rise in the integration of AI into higher education institutions worldwide, this study aims to understand its influence on institutional strategies and the development of student competencies. A literature search using Web of Science, Scopus, Google Scholar and IEEE Xplore. In this respect, 156 relevant studies were identified. Data extraction and charting for Covidence provided insights into the effects of AI on teaching, administrative efficiency and student learning experiences. The review emphasises how AI could enhance administrative efficiency and provide personalised learning. Still, it also points to challenges that must be faced: data privacy and reduced human interaction. The findings suggest that AI offers significant advantages in higher education but needs prudent implementation to meet the risks associated with adopting emerging technology. This would address the need for its effective complementarity to traditional educational methods.
Let's Talk About EdTech! A Topic Modelling Analysis of AI Tools and Pre‐Service Teachers' Perspectives
Authors: Eğin Figen , Onan Aytuğ , Yildiz Durak Hatice 
Published: January 2025

ABSTRACTThis study examines pre‐service teachers' understanding of technology integration and the role of AI tools in shaping this perspective. Open‐ended responses, analysed using topic modelling, reveal the main themes in pre‐service teachers' views and compare them with topics generated by AI tools like ChatGPT, Gemini, and Bing AI. Key themes in pre‐service teachers' responses include improving learning quality, adapting to technology, and integrating it into education. ChatGPT highlights effective learning, student support, and educational quality, while Gemini emphasises accessibility, innovative methods, and AI‐supported learning. Bing AI focuses on practical materials, digital experiences, and technological compatibility. Coherence scores show moderate alignment, with ChatGPT achieving the highest scores, followed by Bing AI and Gemini. These findings shed light on pre‐service teachers' perceptions of technology integration and how AI tools can influence these views, offering insights for shaping future educational policies and practices.
How Could Higher Education System Help Attract International Organisations? Differences Between China, the U.S., Switzerland, and the Netherlands
Authors: Xu Jia , Jin Hengshan 
Published: January 2025

ABSTRACTAs more regions seek to attract international organisations (IOs) to improve their lack of voice in the global community, researchers have increasingly examined the factors that influence the IO location decisions. While these studies inform policy development, most focus on external factors such as international relations, with limited attention to a city's internal qualities. We reviewed the existing literature systematically to identify the factors that influence the location selection of IOs and deeply discussed the neglected factors as well as how to improve them. We especially explored “talents gathering” factor and analysed what could the higher education system contribute to it. We found out three main influencing factors: economy, government action, and talent gathering, among which the third is the most pivotal one. Specifically, even economically robust regions might lose IOs if political instability or other issues hinder timely payment of dues. Government policies should foster networks to prevent competition between different levels of governance. Additionally, IO tends to have less mobile talent pools compared to other industries, making it harder for these organisations to establish a talent base in new locations. Furthermore, an interesting finding is that higher education may greatly foster building the IO ecosystem within a city. We found that, compared to Western models, Chinese universities lack specialised programs to train professionals for IOs, offer insufficient practical resources, and are unaware of the need to establish employment support systems. These observations highlight the need for decision‐makers of higher education institutions (HEIs) and governments to maximise resources to build the local IO ecosystem and IO employment support system.
Computational complexity as a potential limitation on brain–behaviour mapping
Authors: Ozkirli Ayberk , Herzog Michael H. , Jastrzębowska Maya A. 
Published: January 2025

AbstractWithin the reductionist framework, researchers in the special sciences formulate key terms and concepts and try to explain them with lower‐level science terms and concepts. For example, behavioural vision scientists describe contrast perception with a psychometric function, in which the perceived brightness increases logarithmically with the physical contrast of a light patch (the Weber‐Fechner law). Visual neuroscientists describe the output of neural circuits with neurometric functions. Intuitively, the key terms from two adjacent scientific domains should map onto each other; for instance, psychometric and neurometric functions may map onto each other. Identifying such mappings has been the very goal of neuroscience for nearly two centuries. Yet mapping behaviour to brain measures has turned out to be difficult. Here, we provide various arguments as to why the conspicuous lack of robust brain–behaviour mappings is rather a rule than an exception. First, we provide an overview of methodological and conceptual issues that may stand in the way of successful brain–behaviour mapping. Second, extending previous theoretical work (Herzog, Doerig and Sachse, 2023), we show that brain–behaviour mapping may be limited by complexity barriers. In this case, reduction may be impossible.
Deciphering the Patterns and Correlates of Zooplankton Functional Diversity in Mountain and Lowland Ponds
Authors: Fernández‐Aláez Camino , Manzanal Sofía , Fernández‐Aláez Margarita , García‐Girón Jorge 
Published: January 2025

ABSTRACT

Biodiversity studies have usually been conducted considering only the taxonomic dimension of ecological communities. However, diversity measurements taking into account the functional traits of species may be more sensitive in capturing aspects of community functioning that are not apparent with the more traditional taxonomic approach. Functional diversity (either based on alpha or beta diversity levels) is, therefore, a facet of diversity that provides a link between ecosystem functioning and community structure and may be an important metric for assessing the impact of global change in the context of applied conservation schemes.

Zooplankton is a key element of lentic ecosystems due to its linkage between primary producers and secondary consumers. Here, we tried to disentangle the spatial patterns and correlates of zooplankton functional alpha and beta diversity along a relatively wide altitudinal gradient (700–2100 m a.s.l.) across central and northwestern Spain. We also identified key environmental controls of zooplankton functional alpha diversity across an extensive set of lowland (48) and mountain (28) ponds sampled in 2004–2005 and 2007–2008, respectively. We also assessed whether replacement or richness differences drove overall functional beta diversity patterns and evaluated the relative contributions of geographical and environmental distances to spatial variation in functional diversity.

Our findings highlighted the importance of environmental filtering with increasing elevation, leading to a potentially concomitant decrease in functional alpha diversity values. However, altitudinal variation was not related to changes in functional beta diversity patterns, which were mostly the result of the pure loss or gain of species traits both in lowland and mountain ponds. We suggest that eutrophication associated with agricultural development was the main factor underlying the functional homogenisation of zooplankton communities in lowland ponds. Local environmental filtering was more strongly associated with functional beta diversity and its dominant trait richness difference component than with geographical distances.

This study supports the prediction that elevation fosters changes in different aspects of the variation of zooplankton community functions. Our results highlighted the importance of local conditions determining the functional architecture of zooplankton communities, both in physiologically extreme environments (mountains) and in lowland areas suffering from agricultural pressures and associated eutrophication processes. However, the fraction characterising relationships between functional diversity and environmental correlates was generally low. This suggests the prevalence of idiosyncratic responses and random stochastic events in structuring variation of trait composition in freshwater zooplankton communities.
Swimming Into Future Breakthroughs From Kyoto, Japan: Report of the 18th International Zebrafish Conference (IZFC2024)
Authors: Hirata Hiromi , Ishitani Tohru , Okamoto Hitoshi 
Published: January 2025

ABSTRACTThe 18th International Zebrafish Conference (IZFC2024) took place from August 17 to 21, 2024, at Miyako Messe in Kyoto, Japan. This conference attracted 641 researchers from around the world along with 83 virtual participants, making it the largest gathering since the COVID‐19 pandemic. The event featured two keynote lectures, three award lectures, 36 plenary talks, 90 oral presentations, and 374 poster presentations. Participants also engaged in luncheons, workshops, and community sessions, all aimed at exploring innovative technologies, enhancing scientific environments and strengthening connections within the research community. Additionally, the conference included cultural elements that allowed participants to immerse themselves in Japanese traditions, enriching their overall experience. This commitment to blending scientific inquiry with cultural appreciation ensured that participants gained valuable insights into the latest research while enjoying a taste of Japan's rich heritage. Overall, IZFC2024 successfully promoted collaboration and innovation in zebrafish research while celebrating the unique cultural aspects of Japan, making this conference an unforgettable event for everyone involved.
Cognitive Task Complexity and Learner Engagement: Evidence From Direction‐Giving Map Tasks
Authors: Jackson Daniel O. 
Published: January 2025

ABSTRACTTask‐based language teaching (TBLT), a pedagogy focused on learner needs and communicative abilities, influences language education in many locales. TBLT researchers have independently pursued, and yielded valuable insights concerning, the roles of cognitive task complexity (CTC) and learner engagement, although less work has been carried out to weave these strands together. Based on a thorough review of the literature, this study aimed to contribute to work on CTC and engagement by hypothesizing that differences in learner engagement across simpler versus more complex tasks should be clearer on measures of cognitive engagement than on those of affective engagement. To test this hypothesis, a study was conducted with learners of English as an additional language in Japan who performed a series of direction‐giving map tasks. The analyses leveraged robust statistics appropriate to the dataset to uncover larger effect sizes for behavioral and cognitive measures of engagement than for affective measures. These findings are discussed in terms of the intersection of CTC and engagement. The article concludes with a discussion of pedagogical implications, noting, as well, the limitations of the study.
Factors Influencing Tibetan College Students’ Willingness to Communicate in Their Second Language in China: A Mixed Methods Study
Authors: Jiang Yang 
Published: January 2025

ABSTRACTIn the context of globalization, Tibetan students’ second language (L2) communication skills are crucial to allow effective intercultural communication and personal development. To better understand and promote the willingness of Tibetan university students to communicate in their L2, this study adapts the theory of planned behavior (TPB) by introducing the concept of “language growth mindset (LGM)” to replace the original model's “Attitude (ATT)” component in conjunction with the L2 motivational self system (L2MSS). This mixed methods study utilized structural equation modelling (SEM) for quantitative analysis and NVivo for the open coding of qualitative interview data. The study participants were 409 Tibetan students from four universities in China. Data were collected using questionnaires and in‐depth interviews. The SEM model validated the applicability of TPB and L2MSS in explaining the willingness to communicate in an L2 (L2WTC). The findings indicate that (a) a comprehensive model based on TPB and L2MSS can explain 52.9% of the variance in L2WTC; (b) LGM, Ideal L2 Self (IS), and Ought‐to L2 Self (OS) positively influence L2WTC; (c) perceived behavioral control (PBC) positively impacts LGM, while subjective norms (SN) do not affect LGM; and (d) LGM does not mediate the relationship between SN and OS.
Enhancing ionic conductivity and structural stability of LiTa2PO8 through Sc3+ doping
Authors: Boyuan Wang , Ziwei Li , Haizhong Wang , Longxing Xie , Chencheng Sun , Haofeng Tan , Qian Zhang , Dmytro Sydorov , Lei Han 
Published: January 2025

AbstractLiTa2PO8 (LTPO) is a novel inorganic ceramic electrolyte that has garnered significant attention due to its high ionic conductivity. However, in all‐solid‐state battery systems, the tantalum (Ta) within the crystal structure of this electrolyte is prone to reduction by lithium at the anode, resulting in the conversion of Ta5+ to Ta3+ and Ta2+. This reduction induces instability in both the structural integrity and performance of the electrolyte, thereby adversely affecting the cycling performance of solid‐state batteries. To improve the stability of the crystal structure, large‐radius scandium (Sc3+) ions were introduced into LTPO. The results demonstrate that Sc3+ ions can effectively replace some of the Ta5+ sites within the structure, thereby altering the crystal framework and increasing the unit cell volume. The incorporation of Sc3+ ions not only promotes the growth of LTPO crystals but also enhances grain connectivity. This modification expands the pathways for lithium‐ion transport, thereby significantly enhancing the room temperature ionic conductivity of LTPO. The synthesized Li1.08Ta1.96Sc0.04PO8 exhibits an impressive ionic conductivity of 5.12 × 104 S/cm. Furthermore, lithium symmetric cells fabricated from Li1.08Ta1.96Sc0.04PO8 demonstrate exceptional cycling stability, underscoring the potential of this doped material for practical applications in energy storage systems.
The Impact of Judicial Leadership on Consensus Formation: Evidence From the Supreme Court of Norway
Authors: Bentsen Henrik Litleré , Skiple Jon Kåre , McKenzie Mark Jonathan , Grendstad Gunnar 
Published: January 2025

ABSTRACTWhich judicial leaders are more successful in achieving consensus? This article examines the impact of the leadership of presiding justices on consensus formation on the Norwegian Supreme Court where cases are distributed randomly to two parallel decisional panels. We hypothesize that presiding justices with certain characteristics (e.g., gender and chief justice), when in charge of the decision‐making process, are more willing and better able to forge consensus, which could lead to greater respect for courts and the rule of law. We account for a variety of characteristics of the justices, as well as several conditions under which the cases were decided. The results confirm that both chief justices and female justices, when operating as the presiding justice of the panel, are significantly more likely to steer the case towards a unanimous decision as compared to their fellow justices. Legal academics serving as presiding justices had no discernable impact on consensus formation. The results provide evidence outside the American context that chief justices and women justices have the ability to achieve greater consensus. As such, diversity and appointments have consequences for judicial leadership and for consensus formation on a court.
Prevalence of Depression in Older Adults and the Potential Protective Role of Volunteering: Findings From the LongROAD Study
Authors: Xi Yitao , Mielenz Thelma J. , Andrews Howard F. , Hill Linda L. , Strogatz David , DiGuiseppi Carolyn , Betz Marian E. , Jones Vanya , Eby David W. , Molnar Lisa J. , Lang Barbara H. , Li Guohua 
Published: January 2025

ABSTRACTBackgroundAs the US population continues to age, depression and other mental health issues have become a significant challenge for healthy aging. Few studies, however, have examined the prevalence of depression in community‐dwelling older adults in the United States.MethodsBaseline data from the Longitudinal Research on Aging Drivers study were analyzed to examine the prevalence and correlates of depression in a multisite sample of community‐dwelling adults aged 65–79 years who were enrolled and assessed between July 2015 and March 2017. The Patient‐Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System (PROMIS) depression scale was used to determine the depression status.ResultsOf the 2990 study participants, 186 (6.2%) had depression at the time of assessment. Elevated prevalence of depression was found in those who were 65–69 years of age (7.9%); were women (7.2%); were not married (8.1%); had attained an education of high school or less (8.3%); or had annual household incomes less than $50,000 (10.7%). Older adults with a positive history of depression or chronic medical conditions (e.g., diabetes mellitus and anxiety) had a significantly higher prevalence of depression whereas those engaged in volunteering activities had a significantly lower prevalence of depression. With adjustment for demographic characteristics and comorbidities, volunteering was associated with a 43% reduction in the odds of depression (adjusted odds ratio: 0.57, 95% confidence interval 0.40–0.81).ConclusionsThe point prevalence of depression in this multisite sample of community‐dwelling older adults in the United States was 6.2%, which varied significantly with demographic characteristics and comorbid conditions. Engagement in volunteering activities might help older adults to reduce their risk of depression.
Long‐Term Trajectories of Older Adults Served by an Emergency Department/Hospital‐Based Elder Mistreatment Response Program
Authors: Baek Daniel , Gottesman Elaine , Makaroun Lena K. , Elman Alyssa , Stern Michael E. , Shaw Amy , Mulcare Mary R. , McAuley Jennine , LoFaso Veronica M. , Itzkowitz Jaclyn , Chang E‐Shien , Hancock David , Bloemen Elizabeth M. , Lindberg Daniel M. , Sharma Rahul , Lachs Mark S. , Pillemer Karl , Rosen Tony 
Published: January 2025

ABSTRACTBackgroundAn emergency department (ED) visit or hospitalization provides an opportunity to identify elder mistreatment and initiate intervention, but this seldom occurs. To address this, we developed the Vulnerable Elder Protection Team (VEPT), a novel interdisciplinary consultation service. We explored the long‐term trajectories of patients receiving VEPT evaluation and intervention.MethodsWe followed up at multiple intervals for 12 months older adults seen by VEPT from 9/1/2020–3/27/2023 with high or moderate concern for mistreatment who were discharged to the community, an elder abuse shelter, or rehabilitation facilities. We collected information through telephone calls to the older adult and others involved. We also analyzed separately cases in which the patient re‐presented to the ED/hospital with VEPT consultation during the follow‐up period.ResultsA total of 157 older adults met criteria for follow‐up, and 30 of these (16.4%) died within 12 months. At 1 month, elder mistreatment was no longer occurring in 47.5% and still occurring but reduced in 20.3%, with 29.7% having no contact with the perpetrator and 17.8% having reduced contact. At 12 months, elder mistreatment was no longer occurring in 60.9% and still occurring but reduced in 14.5%, with 34.8% having no contact with the perpetrator and 17.4% having reduced contact. During the 12‐month follow‐up period, 16 (10.2%) patients re‐presented to the ED with VEPT consultation, with 12 having persistent concern for ongoing elder mistreatment. Reasons included older adults/caregivers not accepting intervention or being willing to separate as well as VEPT reliance on community‐based agencies and programs after discharge.ConclusionsWe observed improved post‐discharge safety for elder mistreatment victims who engaged with the VEPT program, with this increased safety durable over 1 year. Re‐presentations highlighted the complexity of elder mistreatment intervention. Overall, these findings demonstrate the potential value of an ED/hospital‐based elder mistreatment response team, a promising new geriatric care model.