Academic Recognition Research Articles

Evaluation of scientific production in higher education using Scopus and Scimago: An analysis of the visibility and impact of educational publications

This study investigates the effectiveness of the Scopus and Scimago platforms. Analysis of the evaluation of university scientific production at the National University of Chimborazo (UNACH). A focus study was applied to improve the visibility and impact of educational publications. The perceptions and experiences of 25 teachers were analyzed through qualitative interviews. The main objective was to generate a theoretical approach that conceptualizes the effective use of the Scopus and Scimago platforms for the evaluation of scientific production, identifying their advantages, disadvantages and challenges in the context of UNACH. Semi-structured interviews were applied to 25 UNACH professors. The data were coded and analyzed using Atlas.ti version 24 software. Categories, codes, dimensions and subdimensions emerging from the testimonies were identified. The results revealed three main categories: "Visibility of Publications", "Technical and Training Challenges" and "Impact on Research". The professors highlighted that Scopus offers greater visibility and academic recognition, while Scimago has limitations in the analysis of citations and access. Technical and training barriers were identified, as well as a need for greater training and institutional support. The study concluded that, although Scopus and Scimago are valuable tools for the evaluation of scientific production. Improved training and institutional support are essential to maximize their effectiveness. In addition, it is recommended to consider Scopus Preview for up-to-date analyses and comparative studies to get a more complete view of studies.

Impact of a New Departmental Awards Program on Faculty Engagement and Promotion

Abstract Background Many academic institutions recognize contributions to individual departments by awarding faculty departmental awards for their achievement in service, teaching and scholarship. Before 2019, our department had teaching awards chosen by residents, but there were no awards given to the faculty by peers for academic accomplishments. The objective of this abstract is to present the impact of the newly implemented departmental awards on the promotion and academic advancement of our faculty. Design Based on the already established awards in other departments within the School of Medicine a committee of six faculty members proposed six annual awards: Educator Impact, Outstanding Service, Outstanding Citizenship, Mentoring, and Basic and Clinical Science Publications. The committee defined activities and eligibility for each award category (for example, faculty could not receive the same award within 3 years). The categories and eligibility criteria are distributed to all faculty (around 120) each year. The first call for nominations occurred in 2019. Assessment of the awards program included the number of nominators and nominees each year and the impact on recipients’ academic advancement and recognition. Results In 2019, 17 faculty nominated 16 other faculty for the six awards. These numbers grew steadily, and by 2023, 42 faculty nominated 28 other faculty for the awards. The awards have been included in the curriculum vitae of five faculty who have been promoted to either the Associate Professor or Professor level and six faculty inducted into our institution’s Clinical Distinctions program. During the five years this awards program has existed, two faculty received two awards in different categories, whereas the remaining 26 awardees each received one award. Anecdotes from faculty during this time have been overwhelmingly positive. Conclusion Based on the increased engagement of faculty nominating their peers and the overall impact of the awards on faculty promotion and clinical distinction recognition, the new departmental awards program has been very successful.

The role of QI collaboratives in neonatology.

Quality improvement collaboratives (QICs) use their collective experiences from participating centers to accelerate the translation of evidence into practice, resulting in reduced variation and improved clinical outcomes. There are several regional, national, and international QICs in neonatology. In this review, we discuss the framework and evaluate national QICs primarily based in US and share the contributions of selected studies. We found that the QICs in neonatology play a significant role in identification of target topics, developing best practices, improving provider knowledge, building QI capacity, and improving outcomes. The key strengths of QICs are that they produce more generalizable learnings, involve a larger patient population which enhances statistical analysis, and offer resources to smaller institutions. Limitations include institutions contributing unequally to the overall results, difficulty in interpreting results when multiple improvement strategies are applied simultaneously, and the possible lack of academic recognition for individual center leadership.

Psycho-social drivers influencing the adoption of asynchronous EdTech tools: a gendered perspective

PurposeThe purpose of this study is to explore a gendered perspective on how learners' intrinsic psychological motivators: valence, technology-innovativeness, self-development and self-efficacy as well as extrinsic social and institutional motivators, such as social norms and management commitment, collectively influence learners' behavioral intention to adopt asynchronous EdTech tools such as MOOCs.Design/methodology/approachA theoretical model was developed by integrating insights from social cognitive theory (SCT) and the technology acceptance model (TAM). Data were collected from 622 Indian college students across different academic levels who had enrolled in at least one MOOC. Data analysis was performed using covariance-based structural equation modeling (CB-SEM). The bootstrapping method using IBM AMOS 23.0 software was adopted further for moderation analysis.FindingsThe study found that while intrinsic drivers were positively associated with behavioral intention, extrinsic drivers had a limited influence. The results of the moderation analysis showed that gender significantly influenced the relationship between self-development and perceived usefulness as well as the relationship between valence and perceived usefulness. Our study’s findings represent a significant contribution to theoretical advancements, indicating a notable shift in students' learning emphasis from social interactions to self-directed approaches. These results align closely with the principles of connectivism within the heutagogy theory framework, underscoring learners' responsibility in shaping their learning journey.Practical implicationsOur study findings hold significant practical implications for future applications. Based on our study’s findings on the positive impact of self-development and self-efficacy, it is crucial to offer structured and interactive learning options for guided experiences. Integrating digital skills training into MOOC curricula can enhance engagement across diverse learner levels, given the significant predictive power of technology innovativeness. Furthermore, emphasizing the benefits of MOOC certifications, such as career advancement or academic recognition, can increase their appeal and perceived value, considering the significance of “valence” as an influential factor.Originality/valueAsynchronous EdTech tools, notably MOOCs, have emerged as potent catalysts for social change, providing unparalleled accessibility, flexibility and avenues for lifelong learning. Our study pioneers an investigation into the impact of valence and technology innovativeness on learners' perceptions, significantly influencing their willingness to adopt MOOCs positively. By exploring nuanced sociological dynamics across diverse societies, our research underscores the necessity of customizing EdTech solutions to encompass diverse gender perspectives.

Low-resource multi-granularity academic function recognition based on multiple prompt knowledge

PurposeFine-tuning pre-trained language models (PLMs), e.g. SciBERT, generally require large numbers of annotated data to achieve state-of-the-art performance on a range of NLP tasks in the scientific domain. However, obtaining fine-tuning data for scientific NLP tasks is still challenging and expensive. In this paper, the authors propose the mix prompt tuning (MPT), which is a semi-supervised method aiming to alleviate the dependence on annotated data and improve the performance of multi-granularity academic function recognition tasks.Design/methodology/approachSpecifically, the proposed method provides multi-perspective representations by combining manually designed prompt templates with automatically learned continuous prompt templates to help the given academic function recognition task take full advantage of knowledge in PLMs. Based on these prompt templates and the fine-tuned PLM, a large number of pseudo labels are assigned to the unlabelled examples. Finally, the authors further fine-tune the PLM using the pseudo training set. The authors evaluate the method on three academic function recognition tasks of different granularity including the citation function, the abstract sentence function and the keyword function, with data sets from the computer science domain and the biomedical domain.FindingsExtensive experiments demonstrate the effectiveness of the method and statistically significant improvements against strong baselines. In particular, it achieves an average increase of 5% in Macro-F1 score compared with fine-tuning, and 6% in Macro-F1 score compared with other semi-supervised methods under low-resource settings.Originality/valueIn addition, MPT is a general method that can be easily applied to other low-resource scientific classification tasks.

Are the best higher education institutions also more sustainable?

Purpose The purpose of this study is to analyze the integration of sustainable practices in the strategies and operations of world-class higher education institutions (HEIs) under the theoretical guidance of Max Weber's instrumental and value rationalities. Design/methodology/approach The results of the Quacquarelli-Symonds World University Ranking, Times Higher Education World University Rankings, THE Impact Rankings and GreenMetric World University Ranking rankings from 2019 to 2022 were paired, and the correlation between them was verified. Institutions with simultaneous occurrence in the four rankings in at least one of the years were also classified. A quantitative and qualitative methodology was used to explore how elite HEIs integrate sustainable practices into their operations and strategies, under the theoretical guidance of Max Weber's instrumental and value rationalities. Furthermore, multivariate regression models with supervised data mining techniques were applied, using the SMOReg algorithm on 368 instances with multiple attributes, to predict the numerical value of sustainability in the rankings. Coefficients were assigned to variables to determine their relative importance in predicting rankings. Findings The results of this study suggest that although many HEIs demonstrate a commitment to sustainability, this rarely translates into improvements in traditional rankings, indicating a disconnect between sustainable practices and global academic recognition. Research limitations/implications The research has limitations, including the analysis being restricted to data from specific rankings between 2019 and 2022, which may limit generalization to future editions or rankings. The predictive models used selected data and, therefore, cannot cover the full complexity of metrics from other rankings. Furthermore, internal factors of HEIs were not considered, and the correlations identified do not imply direct causality. The limited sample and potential methodological biases, together with the heterogeneity of the rankings, restrict the generalization of the results. These limitations should be considered in future studies. Practical implications The theoretical contributions of this study include an in-depth understanding of the intersection between academic excellence and environmental and social responsibility. From a management perspective, guidance is provided on integrating sustainability into HEI strategies to enhance visibility and classification in global rankings, while maintaining academic integrity and commitment to sustainability. Social implications This highlights the importance of reassessing academic rankings criteria to include sustainability assessments, thereby encouraging institutions to adopt practices that genuinely contribute to global sustainable development. Originality/value The originality lies in the predictive analysis between these rankings, examining the link between the level of sustainability of an HEI and its classification as a World Class University. Furthermore, it combines theories of rationality with the analysis of sustainability integration in elite HEIs, introducing new analytical perspectives that can influence future educational policies and institutional practices.

Gender Differences in Citation Rate: An Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials in Nephrology High-Impact Journals Over Two Decades.

Historically, women's scientific contributions have been under-recognized. We investigated whether the number of citations, a key metric used for academic promotions and scientific productivity, differs in nephrology high impact publications based on author's gender. We identified randomized clinical trials (RCTs) from 2000-2021 in ten high impact journals. We assessed author gender, citations, h-index, m-index, years active publishing, education, and grant funding. The main predictor of interest was the gender of the first author. The main outcome was the standardized citation count for analysis of the selected publications. Additionally, we evaluated standardized author citation counts using the author, rather than paper. Among the selected publications, women were first authors of 65 (17.1%) and men of 315 manuscripts (82.9%). In crude analyses, publications with male first authors had a significantly higher median number of standardized citations (14 vs. 10, P=0.01). Adjusted analyses revealed, the m-index (β=29.48, P≤0.01) and journal impact factor (β=0.78, P<0.001) were significantly associated with the standardized citation index. In contrast, neither the gender of the first author (βmale gender=1.42, P=0.71) nor of the last author (βmale gender=8.89, P=0.38) were significantly associated with the standardized citations. Similarly, in adjusted analyses based on author profiles, male authorship was not significantly associated with the standardized author citation number (βmale gender=-7.79, P=0.08). Our study highlights marked disparities in the overall number of women publishing high impact nephrology trials and the number of papers with women scientists as first authors of high impact trials in the nephrology literature. Although crude citation rates were lower in papers with female first authors, the gender of the first author was not independently associated with citation metrics. Addressing gender disparities in academic recognition requires nuanced approaches extending beyond authorship and a broader focus on complex factors that influence academic recognition and scientific contributions.

Examining the Impact of the Funding System on Organized Youth Sport in Portugal: Implications for Research and Practice

The purpose of this critical commentary is to provide insights about the impact of funding structures on youth sport research and programming, with a particular focus on research priorities and access to quality youth sport experiences across competitive youth sport programs. Portugal is used as a case studyto provide insights about how funding structures may be strategically positioned to positively influence competitive youth sport programs and associated research efforts. The field of competitive youth sports constitutes a complex network influenced by cultural, social, and political factors, where multiple decision makers are driven by funding requirements, performance ideals, and societal norms. This context, although promising, faces challenges such as the prevalence of a lucrative market that prioritizes competitive outcomes, exacerbating inequalities and inherently neoliberal ideals. A strong emphasis placed by funding on winning and performance development may undermine other concerns to emerge across competitive youth sport programs. Furthermore, research programs play a crucial role in understanding and providing novel pathways for competitive youth sport. However there are challenges in seeking funding and academic recognition for these endeavours, which can create a disconnect between knowledge creation and actual needs. This reflection seeks to stimulate an open and constructive dialogue, calling on all actors that are part of the competitive youth system to develop collaborative efforts to make competitive youth sport a holistic experience accessible to all.

Sustaining successful organisational change through leadership competence within Bahrain oil and gas: the power of Sustainable Network Leadership approach

PurposeDespite some academic recognition that leadership is particularly significant in reshaping the oil and gas industry’s contributions to global economic development and the sustainability of global energy supplies at affordable prices (Sharma et al., 2022), the attendant problem of how the industry’s leadership contributes towards the preservation of global environment and the maintenance of ecosystems’ balance, among other sustainability challenges, remains an academic lag. This calls for the urgent need for oil and gas companies to practice effective sustainable leadership approach at multiple organisational levels to address global environmental, economic and social challenges.Design/methodology/approachThis paper adopts an interpretivist/constructivist philosophical stance, where findings have been extracted from in-depth thick descriptive qualitative research in Bahrain oil and gas industry. Companies operating within Bahrain oil and gas industry were identified as the unit of analysis. Empirical data are gathered through semi-structured interviews from senior management and analysed using thematic analysis. This paper is structured as follows: introduction, contextualisation of the UNSDGs in the oil and gas industry, literature on network leadership, research methods used to gather and analyse data from Bahrain oil and gas industry findings, contributions, limitations and trajectories for further studies.FindingsThe study’s participants argued that the emergence of transformational and Sustainable Network Leadership is essential to successfully and sustainably implementing the UN SDGs. In other words, the Sustainable Network Leadership is a contribution to the single, leadership competences approach of previous scholarship (Weber et al., 2022; Kumalo and Scheepers, 2021) partly because it evolves around the notion of positioning different network and change actors based on their capacity to lead, exchange their knowledge, effectively communicate the need to comply with SDGs and the skills to establish high density within a complex network of actors.Research limitations/implicationsThis study recognises its limitations in the sense that it is based on the single context of Bahrain oil and gas, and data were collected from senior management and executives only. Gathering data from a broader swathe of employees may have provided greater levels of leadership and organisational member nuances in both single and collective differences of leadership attributes.Practical implicationsTransformational and Sustainable Network Leadership provides a new construct in the perception (the “what”), instrumentalisation (the “how”) and theoretical re-conceptualisation of leadership within organisational change settings needing radical rethink for sustainable and successful change. The practical implications of transformational and Sustainable Network Leadership expose the way a variety of highly challenged organisational change contexts are interconnected to highlight not only their different sets of challenges but also their opportunities and the resolution mechanisms they present for organisational leaders and staff alike.Originality/valueThis paper identified the single, leadership competence approach as the dominant discourse in organisational change, leadership studies and presented an alternative collective set of leaders’ attributes. The less utilised network leadership concept was drawn upon to contribute network leadership attributes as a way of addressing the challenges faced by Bahraini oil and gas company leaders. Therefore, this study contributes to both network leadership, transformational leadership by expanding both domains to include organisational transformation and the leadership-of-risky change. This was done by identifying attributes and characteristics of Sustainable Network Leadership, then showing their significance as an approach to successfully and sustainably implementing the UNSDGs.

How can meta-research be used to evaluate and improve the quality of research in the field of traditional, complementary, and integrative medicine?

The field of traditional, complementary, and integrative medicine (TCIM) has garnered increasing attention due to its holistic approach to health and well-being. While the quantity of published research about TCIM has increased exponentially, critics have argued that the field faces challenges related to methodological rigour, reproducibility, and overall quality. This article proposes meta-research as one approach to evaluating and improving the quality of TCIM research. Meta-research, also known as research about research, can be defined as “the study of research itself: its methods, reporting, reproducibility, evaluation, and incentives”. By systematically evaluating methodological rigour, identifying biases, and promoting transparency, meta-research can enhance the reliability and credibility of TCIM research. Specific topics of interest that are discussed in this article include the following: 1) study design and research methodology, 2) reporting of research, 3) research ethics, integrity, and misconduct, 4) replicability and reproducibility, 5) peer review and journal editorial practices, 6) research funding: grants and awards, and 7) hiring, promotion, and tenure. For each topic, we provide case examples to illustrate meta-research applications in TCIM. We argue that meta-research initiatives can contribute to maintaining public trust, safeguarding research integrity, and advancing evidence based TCIM practice, while challenges include navigating methodological complexities, biases, and disparities in funding and academic recognition. Future directions involve tailored research methodologies, interdisciplinary collaboration, policy implications, and capacity building in meta-research.

Skill, status and the Matthew effect: a theoretical framework

To gain a deeper understanding of the Matthew effect in academic recognition among researchers, three social influence models of status hierarchies in the form of agent-based models are presented, where the positivity of the Lyapunov characteristic exponent is the quantitative operationalization of the Matthew effect. We find that the Matthew effect in status attribution is a generic property of the social influence model where skills depend on status (28.1% of all examined parameterizations) twice as often as in the model with constant skills (14.1%) and that the Matthew effect is a generic property of the model where skills depend on previous skills (43.0%) trice as often as in the model with constant skills. Hence, if one argues in favor of a meritocratic system in which research grants are awarded based on researchers’ skills rather than their status in the scientific community, and if grant-providing bodies also adhere to this principle, there is a higher probability of observing the Matthew effect in academic recognition among researchers. Employing the Lyapunov characteristic exponent to investigate the presence of the Matthew effect in a theoretical model is novel in the literature.

"Best Paper" awards lack transparency, inclusivity, and support for Open Science.

Awards can propel academic careers. They also reflect the culture and values of the scientific community. But do awards incentivize greater transparency, inclusivity, and openness in science? Our cross-disciplinary survey of 222 awards for the "best" journal articles across all 27 SCImago subject areas revealed that journals and learned societies administering such awards generally publish little detail on their procedures and criteria. Award descriptions were brief, rarely including contact details or information on the nominations pool. Nominations of underrepresented groups were not explicitly encouraged, and concepts that align with Open Science were almost absent from the assessment criteria. At the same time, 10% of awards, especially the recently established ones, tended to use article-level impact metrics. USA-affiliated researchers dominated the winner's pool (48%), while researchers from the Global South were uncommon (11%). Sixty-one percent of individual winners were men. Overall, Best Paper awards miss the global calls for greater transparency and equitable access to academic recognition. We provide concrete and implementable recommendations for scientific awards to improve the scientific recognition system and incentives for better scientific practice.

Analyzing Data on Students’ Institutional Trust and Its Impact on Emotional Wellbeing

Trust is an important aspect of institutional change initiatives. It reflects the overall practices of an institute. This study investigated the students’ effect of institutional trust on their emotional well-being. It was descriptive research in nature and for the collection of data survey method was used. The questionnaire is used to collect data from participants. The population of this study consisted of the students from University of Okara. Samples were selected by simple random sampling. The findings revealed that institutional trust greatly contributed to the progress of the institute. As well as it can effect positively the academic performance of the students. Recommendations were made that the role of leadership concerning the institution is central. Leaders have been described as the culture founders, their contribution or responsibility being the change of school culture by installing new values and beliefs. This means that the higher the academic reputation and public image of universities the greater is the chance of that university selected by potential students. Students studying in universities and colleges with high academic achievements and recognition expressed higher satisfaction levels than those institutions with relatively lower academic standing. There is always a challenge in branding private higher education institutions.

Overcoming recognition delays in disruptive research: The impact of team size, familiarity, and reputation

The relationship between disruption and delayed recognition is a critical research topic, yet the connection between the degree of disruption and delayed acknowledgment remains unclear. This study investigates the extent of recognition delay for disruptive papers using the SciSciNet dataset. We conducted a quantitative analysis based on this extensive dataset to examine the relationship between the Disruption Index and the Sleeping Beauty Index, revealing that highly disruptive papers often face a latency period before gaining acknowledgment, with significant variations across disciplines and over time. Our analysis of team dynamics indicates that larger teams, the presence of high-impact authors, fixed teams, and hierarchically structured teams can significantly reduce this delay. These findings provide insights into optimizing team strategies and understanding the complexities of academic recognition. They offer valuable implications for researchers and policymakers aiming to foster and accelerate the acknowledgment of groundbreaking scientific contributions.

An ecological inquiry into the identity formation of a novice TESOL research mentor: Critical autoethnographic narratives in focus

This study reports on the identity formation of the author as a novice research mentor of an independent research course for TESOL teachers over six months (from the course design to the first research submission). The data is collected from four critical autoethnographic narratives written by the author before, during, and after this period. The narratives were analysed thematically with an eye on the theoretical underpinning of the study, i.e. ecological perspective, in three ecological layers namely micro-, meso-, and macrosystem. The results revealed that the author’s identity construction was influenced by different factors such as ‘autonomy in mentoring’, ‘mediating mentorship’, or ‘academic recognition’ in three levels of educational ecology. The results of this study can motivate research mentors and teacher educators, specifically novice ones, to find some similarities with the ideas discussed in this research and to record their lived experiences as a tool for reflection.

Comparative Analysis of Credit Systems in the United States, United Kingdom, and Europe: Implications for Academic Mobility and Recognition

This paper presents an in-depth comparative analysis of the credit systems for degree and non-degree programs in the United States (US), United Kingdom (UK), and Europe. It explores the definitions, structures, and functions of these systems, highlighting their differences and implications for academic mobility and recognition. The study concludes with an evaluation of which system is superior and provides recommendations for enhancing global compatibility and effectiveness.

Current progress in international pediatric emergency medicine.

Over the past four decades, pediatric emergency Medicine (PEM) has witnessed significant global development, with a notable increase in training programs and official recognition by regulatory bodies. However, disparities persist in the recognition of PEM as an independent subspecialty, availability of training programs on a global scale, academic recognition, and the ability to provide high-quality care to children worldwide. There is paucity of published literature regarding development of PEM globally. This review explores the current trends and challenges in international pediatric emergency medicine. Current trends in international pediatric emergency medicine encompass the provision of training in pediatric-focused emergency and acute care, increased propagation of evidence-based guidelines specific to the care of children, the growth of collaborative research networks and interest groups within national and international societies. Simultaneously, the field continues to face challenges such as the lack of recognition, inequities in access, and a lack of dissemination of global PEM initiatives. While recent advancements have significantly enhanced the state of international pediatric emergency medicine, including pediatric specific research networks and training programs, barriers still hinder its overall quality. Many of these obstacles are not unique to pediatric emergency medicine but are directly affected by financial disparities and lack of governmental and public recognition of the essential role of pediatric emergency care.

The Impact of Covid-19 Pandemic on Cryptocurrency Adoption in Investments: a Bibliometric Study

In the post-COVID-19 era, academic papers on changing financial investment habits are proliferating rapidly as the pandemic has disrupted economic and financial markets, altered investment decisions, and brought new risks and challenges. In addition to traditional market instruments such as gold, oil, and other commodities, cryptocurrencies have attracted new attention due to their dynamic and decentralized nature in these extraordinary times, which must be constantly analyzed from different angles. This paper aims to analyze the evolving academic interest in the adoption of cryptocurrencies for investment decisions, focusing on research papers published in the Scopus database between 2020 and 2023 through bibliometric analysis. The Scopus database provides high-quality publications that have been peer-reviewed and rigorously scrutinized, and the chosen time period corresponds exactly to the period that was sufficient to provide a significant amount of research. The choice of bibliometric research methodology supported our research question and significantly improved our understanding of the relationship between the rise in financial market usage related to COVID-19. The specific focus of this research shows a significant correlation between COVID-19 and cryptocurrencies as an investment option, as evidenced by the increasing number of academic papers and collaboration between numerous countries and institutions. The analysis of the bibliometric research results underlines the increasing importance of cryptocurrencies as alternative investment opportunities in the financial markets. A remarkable interest in this area can be observed globally, with leading countries such as China, India, the USA, the UK, and Malaysia driving research efforts. Through the use of bibliometric analysis, this study encourages cross-border collaboration and highlights the academic recognition of cryptocurrencies as viable investment opportunities in the international financial landscape. Investors, researchers, and policymakers are interested in the growing recognition of cryptocurrencies as a viable investment opportunity, which is reflected in increasing research collaborations and investment opportunities. These trends highlight the evolving landscape of financial markets and regulatory considerations.

Career Recognition &amp; Academic Counseling (CRAC Bot)

In recent years, the advancement of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies has revolutionized various sectors, including education and career guidance. This research paper presents an innovative approach to integrating Career Recognition and Academic Counselling Chatbots with College and Learning Management Systems (LLMs) using Generative AI and Large Language Models (LLMs). The proposed system aims to enhance the academic counselling experience for students by providing personalized career guidance, course recommendations, and academic support through an intelligent chatbot interface. Leveraging Generative AI techniques, the chatbot can generate natural language responses and engage in meaningful conversations with users, facilitating efficient communication and knowledge dissemination. Additionally, the integration with College and LLMS enables seamless access to academic resources, course materials, and learning opportunities, empowering students to make informed decisions about their academic and career pathways. The research paper discusses the design, development, and implementation of the integrated system, along with a comprehensive evaluation of its effectiveness in enhancing student engagement, academic success, and career readiness. Through empirical studies and user feedback analysis, the research demonstrates the potential impact of AI-driven academic counselling solutions in improving student outcomes and fostering a supportive learning environment. Finally, the paper discusses the implications, challenges, and future directions of integrating Generative AI and LLMs into academic counselling and career recognition systems, highlighting opportunities for further research and innovation in this field. Keywords: Generative AI, LLM, Chatbot, AI-learning Management systems, academic counselling

Women's professional development programs for emergency physicians: A scoping review.

Gender disparities in emergency medicine (EM) persist, with women underrepresented in leadership positions and faced with unique challenges, such as gender discrimination and harassment. To address these issues, professional development programs for women have been recommended. The purpose of this scoping review was to examine current women's professional development programs for EM and develop a collection of program characteristics, meeting topics, and tips for success that can be useful to new or existing women's professional development programs. The authors systematically searched research databases for literature detailing current women's professional development programs for EM physicians. Studies detailing professional development programs for female physicians in EM were included. After 149 unique articles were screened, 11 studies met inclusion criteria, describing 10 professional development programs for women in EM. The most commonly cited program objectives included providing mentors and role models (n = 9, 90%), offering career advice and promoting professional advancement and leadership skills (n = 5, 50%), increasing academic recognition for women (n = 4, 40%), and promoting work-life balance and integration (n = 2, 20%). The most common topics covered in program sessions included mentorship and coaching, compensation and/or negotiation, leadership skills, and career advancement and promotion. Challenges and barriers to the success of these programs included a lack of funding and support, difficulty in recruiting participants, lack of institutional recognition and support, lack of time, and difficulty in sustaining the program over time. The study's findings can inform the development of programs that promote gender equity and support the advancement of women in EM.