Diverse Academic Institutions Research Articles

INTERINSTITUTIONAL COLLABORATION FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF APS, THE EXPERIENCE OF THE UNIVERSITY CONSORTIUM OF HEALTH AND FAMILY MEDICINE

Chile faces the challenge of responding to the complexities in addressing and managing issues arising from the current demographic, epidemiological, social, and cultural profile. The country’s public health policies have followed the guidelines of Alma Ata Primary Health Care (PHC), Renewed PHC, Astana PHC, Universalization of PHC, and have enabled the sustained devel­opment of care networks by implementing a model of comprehensive family and community health care, with a focus on promotion, prevention, and anticipatory management of harm within networks. Throughout these processes, in line with the Mission and Social Responsibility of the University and the Global Consensus on the Social Responsibility of Medical Schools, institu­tions responsible for training health professionals and specialists have played a supportive and facilitating role, with particular emphasis on developing human resources within and through practical experiences and supporting teams in the territorial implementation of health policies. The presented experience aims to share the contributions and lessons learned from an alliance of diverse academic institutions that, through collaboration and the formation of a community of learning and practice, are shaping a process of social innovation, a rhizomatic learning initia­tive, and a good formative practice: the Chilean University Consortium of Family Health and Medicine from 2004 to 2014. Its development, progress, results and projections are analyzed.

JARVIS - Customer Support Chatbot with ML

Embarking on an unprecedented venture, this avant-garde initiative unveils a state-of-the-art customer support chatbot meticulously crafted to revolutionize the intricate landscape of global course registration for students hailing from diverse academic institutions. Positioned as a beacon of efficiency and accessibility, this platform facilitates seamless online enrollment across ten distinct subjects, transcending geographical and institutional boundaries to welcome students from around the world. In this digital haven for academic pursuits, each course commands a registration fee of 10,000 units, an investment in knowledge with the added allure of an exclusive 30% discount for early registrants, fostering a culture of expeditious and strategic engagement with the enrollment process. This innovative incentive structure not only propels swift registrations but also underscores a commitment to making quality education financially accessible. Navigating through this educational portal, aspiring learners encounter a dedicated helpline, a virtual concierge ready to address and assuage any queries related to the intricate registration process. As the enrollment journey unfolds, the system dynamically orchestrates a delicate ballet, promptly notifying users when the coveted cap of 60 students per subject is reached. This transparent communication ensures users are informed of seat unavailability in real-time, fortifying the platform's commitment to fairness and openness. However, the journey doesn't end here. For those facing unresolved challenges or encountering roadblocks during registration, the chatbot deftly orchestrates a seamless handoff to a specialized support clientele. This strategic escalation ensures that every student's concern is meticulously addressed by a dedicated team, fostering an environment where no query goes unanswered and no registration challenge remains insurmountable. In scenarios where course quotas reach their zenith, the support team takes center stage. Diligently reviewing and addressing concerns, they become the architects of successful registrations for students navigating the labyrinth of challenges. This comprehensive and user-centric approach doesn't merely strive for efficiency; it aspires to craft an immersive and transformative online course registration experience. Aiming beyond transactional engagements, this initiative envisions itself as a catalyst for global International Journal of Scientific Research in Engineering and Management (IJSREM) Volume: 08 Issue: 01 | January - 2024 SJIF Rating: 8.176 ISSN: 2582-3930 © 2024, IJSREM | www.ijsrem.com DOI: 10.55041/IJSREM28053 | Page 2 educational opportunities, prioritizing not only customer satisfaction but also the holistic resolution of any issue encountered on the educational journey. In essence, it seeks to redefine the paradigm of online education, making it not just accessible but an enriching and empowering experience for students worldwide.

The Mongol Invasion of Hungary in Its Eurasian Context

This report gives an account of the historiography of the Mongol invasion of Hungary in 1241–1242, and the ongoing research of the project “The Mongol Invasion of Hungary in its Eurasian Context.” The research has been carried out by an interdisciplinary team comprising representatives of diverse academic institutions and fields. The primary objective of the project was to reassess existing scholarship by comparing it with the findings of the project team members, ultimately generating new scholarly insights. The team members concentrated on various aspects, including archaeology, military history, and the short- and long-term impacts of the Mongol military invasions in the mid-thirteenth century.

Cognizance About Privacy and Security of Patients Health Information among Medical and Dental Students

Background: The proliferation of electronic health records and digital medical systems has brought about significant advancements in patient care and information management. However, concerns regarding the privacy and security of patients' health information have also intensified. As future healthcare practitioners, medical and dental students play a pivotal role in ensuring the safeguarding of sensitive patient data. This study aims to assess the awareness and understanding of privacy and security issues related to patients' health information among medical and dental students. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted among a representative sample of medical and dental students from diverse academic institutions. A structured questionnaire was administered to assess participants' knowledge, attitudes, and practices concerning patient data privacy and security. Descriptive statistics were used to analyse the data, and associations between demographic factors and awareness levels were explored. Results: The study findings reveal that while a substantial portion of medical and dental students recognize the importance of patient data privacy, a significant knowledge gap exists regarding the specific measures and protocols to ensure security. The research found that 232(71.7%) of the participants preferred electronic patient records for their ease of accessibility and 198 (61.4%) strongly valued privacy. Students expressed varying levels of understanding concerning encryption methods, access controls, and legal frameworks governing patient information. Conclusion: This study underscores the imperative for comprehensive education and training programs focusing on privacy and security of patients' health information within medical and dental curricula. As future healthcare practitioners, medical and dental students must be equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge contributing to a more secure and privacy-aware healthcare environment.

International education within ASEAN and the rise of Asian century

This collective writing paper brings together writers from Southeast Asia and the Western world to highlight challenges and opportunities for ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations) and its education in the rising of the Asian Century. The inspiration for this project was started by Michael A. Peters’ conception of collective writing and the Asian Century. ASEAN is diverse in terms of economy and society; a look from different angles will help to improve policy and practice of ASEAN. Multiple scholars have contributed to creating a series of arguments and explications towards a philosophical stance, and collaboration in higher education to build novel solutions regarding contemporary knowledge and ASEAN practices. Overall, this article illustrates ASEAN International Education (IE) circumstances and possibilities considering statistical data and past experience from transregional perspectives and diverse academic institutions.

Establishing the Essential Role of Household Extenders for Surgeon Wellbeing.

The aim of this study was to investigate the association between a change in household support during the Covid-19 pandemic and surgeon stress. The hours and unpredictability of surgical practice often necessitate the employment of household extenders (eg, child caregivers) to maintain a safe home environment for surgeons and their families. The Covid-19 pandemic destabilized these relationships and provided an opportunity to reflect on the role that household extenders play in a surgical household. A multi-institutional telephone survey of surgeons practicing at five geographically diverse academic institutions was conducted (May 15, 2020-June 5, 2020). Surgeons were classified by change in household extenders (HE) during the pandemic (decrease, increase, no change, or none). The primary outcome was self-reported surgeon stress level. Multivariable linear regression was used to examine the relationship between change in HE and surgeon stress, adjusting for training and relationship status, the presence of pets and children in the household, and study site. The majority (182, 54.3%) of surgeons employed HE before the pandemic; 121 (36.1%) reported a decrease in HE during the pandemic, 9 (2.7%) reported an increase, and 52 (15.5%) reported no change. Stress scores varied significantly by change in HE group ( P = 0.016). After controlling for potential confounders, having an increase in HE was associated with a higher stress score (+1.55 points) than having no decrease in HE (P = 0.033), and having a decrease in HE was associated with a higher stress score (+0.96 points) than having no decrease ( P = 0.004). Household extenders play a vital and complex role in enabling the healthcare workforce to care of the population. Surgeons who experienced a change in household extenders reported the highest stress levels. We suggest that health systems should proactively support surgeons by supporting the household extender workforce.

A cross-institutional analysis of the effects of broadening trainee professional development on research productivity.

PhD-trained scientists are essential contributors to the workforce in diverse employment sectors that include academia, industry, government, and nonprofit organizations. Hence, best practices for training the future biomedical workforce are of national concern. Complementing coursework and laboratory research training, many institutions now offer professional training that enables career exploration and develops a broad set of skills critical to various career paths. The National Institutes of Health (NIH) funded academic institutions to design innovative programming to enable this professional development through a mechanism known as Broadening Experiences in Scientific Training (BEST). Programming at the NIH BEST awardee institutions included career panels, skill-building workshops, job search workshops, site visits, and internships. Because doctoral training is lengthy and requires focused attention on dissertation research, an initial concern was that students participating in additional complementary training activities might exhibit an increased time to degree or diminished research productivity. Metrics were analyzed from 10 NIH BEST awardee institutions to address this concern, using time to degree and publication records as measures of efficiency and productivity. Comparing doctoral students who participated to those who did not, results revealed that across these diverse academic institutions, there were no differences in time to degree or manuscript output. Our findings support the policy that doctoral students should participate in career and professional development opportunities that are intended to prepare them for a variety of diverse and important careers in the workforce.

Hospitalist Perspectives of Available Tests to Monitor Volume Status in Patients With Heart Failure: A Qualitative Study.

Acute decompensated heart failure is the leading admitting diagnosis in patients 65 years and older with more than 1 million hospitalizations per year in the US alone. Traditional tools to evaluate for and monitor volume status in patients with heart failure, including symptoms and physical exam findings, are known to have limited accuracy. In contrast, point of care lung ultrasound is a practical and evidenced-based tool for monitoring of volume status in patients with heart failure. However, few inpatient clinicians currently use this tool to monitor diuresis. We performed semi-structured interviews of 23 hospitalists practicing in five geographically diverse academic institutions in the US to better understand how hospitalists currently assess and monitor volume status in patients hospitalized with heart failure. We also explored their perceptions and attitudes toward adoption of lung ultrasound. Hospitalist participants reported poor reliability and confidence in the accuracy of traditional tools to monitor diuresis and expressed interest in learning or were already using lung ultrasound for this purpose. The time required for training and access to equipment that does not impede workflow were considered important barriers to its adoption by interviewees.

A Broadly Implementable Research Course in Phage Discovery and Genomics for First-Year Undergraduate Students

ABSTRACTEngaging large numbers of undergraduates in authentic scientific discovery is desirable but difficult to achieve. We have developed a general model in which faculty and teaching assistants from diverse academic institutions are trained to teach a research course for first-year undergraduate students focused on bacteriophage discovery and genomics. The course is situated within a broader scientific context aimed at understanding viral diversity, such that faculty and students are collaborators with established researchers in the field. The Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI) Science Education Alliance Phage Hunters Advancing Genomics and Evolutionary Science (SEA-PHAGES) course has been widely implemented and has been taken by over 4,800 students at 73 institutions. We show here that this alliance-sourced model not only substantially advances the field of phage genomics but also stimulates students’ interest in science, positively influences academic achievement, and enhances persistence in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) disciplines. Broad application of this model by integrating other research areas with large numbers of early-career undergraduate students has the potential to be transformative in science education and research training.

Promoting Entrepreneurship Across the University: The Experiences of Three Diverse Academic Institutions

In the “real world,” product development and innovation in an entrepreneurial venture or in an intrapreneurial corporate setting are very different from entrepreneurial academic education. This paper addresses the approaches undertaken by three very diverse academic institutions to bring interdisciplinary initiatives from across the university for business and entrepreneurship educators while maintaining their disciplinary identity. These approaches reinforce the notion that linking business and engineering decisions in the entrepreneurial product development process should enhance a product's success potential while at the same time persuade non-technical entrepreneurship students that without engineering input their efforts may yield inferior or unfeasible solutions.