Practical Experience Research Articles

Fish and Bivalve Therapeutants in Freshwater Mussel Captive Breeding—A First Summary of Practical Experiences in European Facilities

A significant part of freshwater mussel populations has strongly declined and many species are severely threatened nowadays. Captive breeding programs often form a central part of conservation strategies. As the life cycles of many mussel species include an obligate parasitic phase, host fish health is a crucial component of successful mussel breeding efforts. However, information about the safe application of fish therapeutants in mussel captive breeding is scarce. This article summarizes information about practical experiences in Europe. In total, eight different therapeutants were used to treat infestations of eight pathogens. Treatment success varied depending on pathogen and prevalence when treatments were initiated. Mussels did not seem to be affected by treatments, especially as long as they remained encysted. In a second step, Virkon S was applied to treat a fungal infection in tanks with brown trout (Salmo trutta) carrying encysted freshwater pearl mussel (Margaritifera margaritifera) glochidia and to disinfect juvenile mussel rearing containers. In both cases, mussels were not harmed and treated fish fully recovered. Results indicate that certain therapeutants can be used safely and successfully at different stages of breeding cycles. Nevertheless, there is still a lack of standard protocols, which would improve efficiency and the safety of treatments.

The "surgical track"-Innovative approaches to counteract the shortage of young recruits in surgery

Surgery faces significant challenges resulting from changes in medical education and the declining attractiveness of the surgical career path for aspiring doctors in the western world. For example, students' expectations of their future workplace have changed, with issues such as career planning uncertainties, an unbalanced work-life balance, and alack of compatibility of family and occupation becoming increasingly more relevant. The entry of GenerationZ into the workforce will also impact surgery. Although women comprise the largest proportion of graduates only afew opt for acareer in surgery. The resulting shortage of young surgeons will negatively impact medical care in German surgical units. Intense competition for talents is already emerging in all medical specialties. Thus, hospitals and academic centers are taking various measures to counteract the impending staff shortage, such as summer schools or scholarships with work commitments. Furthermore, regional funding laws are being established. In addition, as there is adeclining interest in surgical training, particularly during the course of medical studies, early integration of surgical skills is crucial to counteract this trend. For this reason, we have developed the "surgical track", designed to offer targeted innovative teaching concepts to get students attracted to surgery at an early stage. The "surgical track" is based on virtual reality (VR) and robotics. Students can practice operations and emergency scenarios through VR simulations and complete practical exercises with robotic systems. High-quality training concepts such as the "surgical track" can help to promote enthusiasm for surgery and impart knowledge at the same time, even if the long-term benefits still need to be evaluated. Through virtual simulations, robotic surgery and innovative teaching, students gain insights into visceral surgery that combine theoretical understanding and practical experience.

Analysis of Students' Scientific Attitude Through Experience Practicum Activities in Chemistry Learning

This research aims to analyze and determine the profile of scientific attitudes of class XI students at SMA Negeri 1 Woja, West Nusa Tenggara based on chemistry practicum experience. This research is aquantitative descriptive research with the method used is the survey method. The research instrument used was a closed questionnaire, then analyzed quantitatively by calculating the percentage of the overall score or average value and categorized. The results of the research show that the scientific attitude in the aspect of curiosity got a score of 87.55% with very good criteria, honesty attitude got a score of 83% with good criteria, Objectify attitude got a score of 85.85% with very good criteria, perseverance got a score of 85.96% with very good criteria, conscientiousness got a score of 85.65% with very good criteria, Openness attitude got a score of 87.56% with very good criteria, Being critical thinking got a score of 84.44% with good criteria, responsibility got a score of 87.39% with very good criteria. So it can be concluded that students' scientific attitudes through chemistry practical experience have a score of 75.37% with good criteria.

Computational Fluid Dynamics-Aided Simulation of Twisted Wind Flows in Boundary Layer Wind Tunnel

The twisted wind flow (TWF), referring to the phenomenon of wind direction varying with height, is a common feature of atmospheric boundary layer (ABL) winds, noticeably affecting the wind-resistant structural design and the wind environment assessment. The TWF can be effectively simulated by a guide vane system in wind tunnel tests, but the proper design and configuration of the guide vanes pose a major challenge as practical experience in using such devices is still limited in the literature. To address this issue, this study aims to propose an approach to determining the optimal wind tunnel setup for TWF simulations using a numerical wind tunnel, which is a replica of its physical counterpart, using computational fluid dynamics (CFD) techniques. By analyzing the mechanisms behind guide vanes for generating TWF based on CFD results, it was found that the design must take into account three key parameters, namely, (1) the distance from the vane system to the side wall, (2) the distance from the vane system to the model test region, and (3) the separation between the vanes. Following the optimal setup obtained from the numerical wind tunnel, TWF profiles matching both the power-law and Ekman spiral models, which, respectively, reflect the ABL and wind twist characteristics, were successfully generated in the actual wind tunnel. The findings of this study provide useful information for wind tunnel tests as well as for wind-resistant structural designs and wind environment assessment.

Pengaruh kegiatan praktisi mengajar terhadap capaian mata kuliah KPMI di prodi pendidikan matematika

The Praktisi Mengajar program is thought to have an important role in improving the quality of student learning in tertiary institutions. Universities invite practitioners as guest lecturers for certain courses with the hope of providing practical experience to students so they are better prepared to face the world of work after graduation. However, there are still many unanswered questions regarding the effectiveness of Praktisi Mengajar in improving course outcomes. The purpose of this study is to investigate how the Praktisi Mengajar program effects course outcomes and to describe student perceptions of the program. The study's findings indicate that the Praktisi Mengajar Program has an impact on KPMI course outcomes, and a description of students' positive perceptions toward the program was collected.

P723 Upadacitinib in Crohn’s disease: Real world experience from an early access program in Greece

Abstract Background Upadacitinib is a novel selective Janus kinase 1 inhibitor, recently approved for the management of Crohn’s disease (CD) by Food and Drug Administration. In Greece, upadacitinib is available through an early access program for refractory patients who have exhausted their therapeutic options. Our goal was to describe our real practice experience. Methods This is a multicenter retrospective cohort study of adult patients with moderate to severe CD, who received upadacitinib. The primary endpoint was clinical response, defined by a reduction ≥3 in Harvey-Bradshaw index (HBI). Clinical remission was defined as HBI ≤4. Secondary endpoints included endoscopic and biochemical improvement based on physician’s assessment and CRP measurement, respectively. Outcomes were assessed at 12 weeks and at patient’s latest follow up. All patients received 45mg upadacitinib for 3 months and then 30mg for another 3 months, whereas the maintenance dose (30mg or 15mg) was based on the patient’s response. We also evaluated short -term safety. Results A total of 22 CD patients (12 female) received upadacitinib and were included in the analysis. Mean age 42.2 years (24-63). Five patients were active smokers. Mean treatment duration was 5.4 months (1-20). Two patients have not yet reached 12 weeks of treatment and were excluded from the efficacy analysis. Ten patients (45.4%) had ileocolonic Crohn’s, seven (31.8%) ileal disease and five (22.7%) Crohn’s colitis. Four patients had perianal disease and seven patients Crohn’s related surgery (5 ileocecal resection, 2 seton placement). Four patients had active extraintestinal manifestations: Three inflammatory arthritis and one atopic dermatitis. The majority of patients (15/20) had failed ≥ 3 biologics. All of them failed treatment with anti-TNF and 15 (75%) with ustekinumab. Six patients have just completed the induction period of 12 weeks, ten are on 30mg upadacitinib and four on 15mg. At 12 weeks, 18 patients achieved clinical response (90%). CRP was normal for 15/20 (75%) patients at 12 weeks. At last follow-up (mean 5.9 months, 3-20), all patients were in clinical remission. Endoscopy was available for six patients and improvement was documented for all of them. Adverse events occurred in 3 patients (15.7%): An episode of abdominal pain, a skin infection and a case of neutropenia. All adverse events resolved without discontinuing treatment. Conclusion In a small cohort of medically resistant Crohn’s patients, the short- term clinical efficacy of upadacitinib was high. No serious safety issues were recorded.

Contemporary Urban Agriculture in European and Chinese Regions: A Social-Cultural Perspective

With its early start in urbanization, Europe has accumulated a wealth of practical experience in urban agriculture (UA), exploring various development models. This paper compares and analyzes the characteristic patterns of UA in Europe and China through theoretical research, academic frontier exploration, and case analysis. In order to investigate and analyze theoretical developments and the current state of academic frontiers in a systematic, accessible, and comprehensive approach, the methodology of bibliometric analysis has been utilized. A bibliometric method is applied to analyze relevant data from the Web of Science (WoS) core collection database and 2230 CNKI publications. The case study section conducts separate field research on nine representative European practices of urban food gardening and urban farming. Additionally, the study scrutinizes UA research development and its implementation in Hangzhou, China. Based on the findings of this study, the authors recommend that European approaches to the development of UA in China’s future UA practice be taken into account, in particular their methods and strategies for realizing social and cultural benefits. It is imperative to integrate UA projects into urban green space system planning and to rationalize their construction types. Simultaneously, Chinese scholars are encouraged to explore the socio-cultural functions of UA, with a particular focus on urban agricultural heritage conservation.

Workshop Peningkatan Softskill Pengenalan dan Pemanfaatan Internet Of Things (IOT) Siswa SMK Negeri 1 Air Joman

This workshop aims to enhance the soft skills of vocational high school students through the introduction and utilization of Internet of Things (IoT). Participants will be acquainted with the fundamental concepts of IoT and how this technology can enrich their interpersonal abilities. The workshop focuses on developing communication skills, teamwork, and problem-solving through the implementation of simple IoT projects. Additionally, participants will understand the positive impact of IoT usage in daily life and the industrial sector. Active learning methods, such as group discussions and project simulations, will provide practical experiences that enrich students' understanding of these concepts. Thus, it is anticipated that this workshop will significantly contribute to equipping vocational high school students with relevant soft skills, supporting their readiness to face challenges in the future. Keywords: Internet of Things; arduino; kodular

The Influence of Entrepreneurial Education and Entrepreneurial Skills on Entrepreneurial Intentions through the Internship Program as an Intervening Variable for Vocational School Students in Banyuwangi Regency

This research entrepreneurial knowledge through educational curricula, entrepreneurial learning, and practical experience via internship programs. The quality of these programs is key, as better internship experiences positively affect both entrepreneurial learning and skills. Consequently, an integrated approach that combines effective entrepreneurship education, practical skills development, and impactful internship experiences is recommended. In conclusion, this research provides valuable insights into the dynamics of entrepreneurship education, skills development, and internship experiences in shaping the entrepreneurial intentions of vocational school students. The results offer a basis for refining entrepreneurship curricula and designing more effective internship programs, contributing to the broader goal of nurturing a robust entrepreneurial ecosystem in Indonesia.

Research on the Integrated Development of Marine Culture and Tourism Enabling the Common Prosperity of Islands

The integrated development of Marine cultural tourism and the common prosperity of islands is an important path to promote the development of Marine economy and realize the common prosperity of islands. This paper summarizes the research results of the integrated development path, strategy and case analysis of Marine cultural tourism and island common prosperity, summarizes relevant policy suggestions and practical experience, and provides reference for Marine economic development and island common prosperity.

Nursing students’ clinical practice education experience during the COVID-19 pandemic: a qualitative study

BackgroundNursing education, including some elements of clinical practice, has largely been conducted online during the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic. Numerous studies have examined the experiences of nursing students in academia during the pandemic. However, research on nursing students’ clinical practice experiences is limited. This study aimed to analyze nursing students’ clinical practice experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic.MethodsThis study used a qualitative research design and performed thematic analysis. Participants comprised 13 nursing university students with clinical practice experience at a hospital during the COVID-19 pandemic. Interviews were conducted either online or face-to-face. Data were collected during June‒July 2021.ResultsFour themes and eight subthemes were generated through thematic analysis. Theme 1 was “Nursing students’ anxiety and strict adherence to quarantine practices,” with the subthemes of “Fear of infection” and “Protecting themselves.” Theme 2 was “Nursing students’ belief that their organization is protecting them,” with the subthemes of “Strict quarantine rules at hospitals and universities” and “The nursing students regretted the limited scope of practice but felt safe.” Theme 3 was “Learning through valuable practice,” with the subthemes of “Recognizing the importance of practice” and “Realizing the benefits of practice.” Theme 4 was “A sense of duty as a prospective nurse,” with the subthemes of “Accepting a sense of duty as a nurse” and “Establishing the expanded role of a nurse.”ConclusionsThe nursing students recognized the importance of nursing practice during the pandemic and worked harder. A better understanding of the experiences of nursing university students who completed their clinical practice during the COVID-19 pandemic can help nursing professors and managers more effectively train students during times of high stress.

Registered nurses' perceptions of healthy lifestyle counselling for immigrants in primary healthcare: A focus group study.

The use of primary healthcare and health promotion services is low among immigrants compared with native citizens. Immigrants are at risk of developing chronic diseases due to genetics, nutrition and a sedentary lifestyle. Registered nurses play an integral role in teaching, counselling for a healthy lifestyle and care coordination in primary healthcare. We aimed to explore the perceptions of registered nurses on healthy lifestyle counselling for preventing type 2 diabetes and other chronic diseases among immigrants in the primary healthcare setting. We performed a qualitative descriptive study using focus group interviews. Data were collected with semi-structured focus group interviews with a total of 23 registered nurses working in primary healthcare. We recruited the participants by using the purposive sampling method in the primary healthcare setting of four municipalities in Finland. Interviews were audio-recorded, transcribed verbatim and analysed with qualitative inductive content analysis. The participants' perceptions were related to (1) uniform counselling practice for both immigrants and native citizens, (2) challenges in counselling immigrants, (3) understanding cultural factors influencing immigrant counselling, (4) the need to improve immigrant counselling and (5) utilizing insights from practical experience to improve the counselling service. Developing a culturally sensitive health promotion service is suggested to support the health of immigrants. Moreover, both migrant communities and healthcare professionals should be involved in co-designing and implementing health promotion projects through a community-based participatory approach. Our study contributes to healthcare practice and management by underscoring the need for culturally tailored health promotion services for the at-risk group of immigrants in primary healthcare. Cultural competence in nursing education needs to be reinforced. The provided recommendations inform researchers and policymakers about the health disparities and health needs of immigrants. Healthcare professionals were consulted in the study design.

Expert consensus on diagnosis and treatment of malignant pleural effusion caused by lung cancer

Malignant pleural effusion (MPE) can occur in nearly all types of malignant tumors, with lung cancer being the most prevalent cause. The presence of MPE indicates an advanced stage or distant spread of the tumor, significantly reducing the patient's life expectancy. Particularly, a substantial amount of pleural effusion can impede heart and lung function, impair blood oxygen perfusion levels in the body, and greatly diminish patients' quality of life. Even when systemic treatment has alleviated the primary lung tumor in some patients, effective control over MPE remains challenging and impacts clinical outcomes. Therefore, it is crucial to implement measures for reducing or managing MPE while ensuring standardized treatment for lung cancer. In recent years, significant advancements have been made in diagnosing and treating lung cancer complicated by MPE through extensive basic and clinical research. Based on existing evidence and China's clinical practice experience, relevant experts from the China Association of Health Promotion and Education and Cancer Rehabilitation and Palliative Treatment Professional Committee of China Anti-Cancer Association (CRPC) have summarized key aspects related to diagnosis and treatment consensus opinions for lung cancer complicated by MPE. This aims to establish standardized procedures that will serve as a reference for doctors' clinical practice.

Plant Growth Regulation in Cell and Tissue Culture In Vitro.

Precise knowledge of all aspects controlling plant tissue culture and in vitro plant regeneration is crucial for plant biotechnologists and their correlated industry, as there is increasing demand for this scientific knowledge, resulting in more productive and resilient plants in the field. However, the development and application of cell and tissue culture techniques are usually based on empirical studies, although some data-driven models are available. Overall, the success of plant tissue culture is dependent on several factors such as available nutrients, endogenous auxin synthesis, organic compounds, and environment conditions. In this review, the most important aspects are described one by one, with some practical recommendations based on basic research in plant physiology and sharing our practical experience from over 20 years of research in this field. The main aim is to help new plant biotechnologists and increase the impact of the plant tissue culture industry worldwide.

Climates and associated factors for evidence-based practice implementation among nurses: a cross-sectional study

BackgroundThe organizational climate that fosters and supports the implementation of evidence is a key factor influencing the effective implementation of evidence-based practice (EBP). Nurses, being the largest group of medical staff, play a crucial role in EBP implementation. The perception of the climate for EBP implementation among nurses in their organizations is unknown, especially among Chinese nurses.AimsTo clarify the implementation climate of EBP among Chinese nurses and identify the factors associated with the implementation and development of evidence-based nursing practices.MethodsThis study employed a descriptive cross-sectional study design. From March 2023 to April 2023, a sample of nurses (n = 1260) from two Tertiary care hospitals in central China were selected and surveyed by self-designed social-demographic questionnaire and Implementation Climate Scale. Multiple linear stepwise regression analysis was conducted to determine the predictors of implementation climate.ResultsThe nurses achieved a mean ICS score of 59.10 ± 11.22, with mean scores exceeding 3 points for each sub-dimension and item. In the results of multiple linear regression, income satisfaction, implementation of evidence-based nursing practice project(s) within the unit, experience of evidence-based nursing practice during working life, and specific training or courses in evidence-based nursing practice were predictors of ICS. Of these, income satisfaction was the most significant predictor. These factors could explain 17.5% of the total variance in implementation climate.ConclusionThe climate for implementing EBP in Chinese nursing organizations was relatively strong. Nursing managers can enhance the climate for implementing EBP in their organizations by actively improving salary and enhancing EBP-related trainings and practices.Relevance to clinical practiceUnderstanding nurses’ perceptions of the EBP implementation climate in their organizations can help to identify specific barriers and facilitators to the development of EBP and facilitate its successful implementation.Patient or public contributionClinical nurses were involved in data collection and completed the questionnaires on EBP implementation climate.

ФОРМУВАННЯ ЕКОЛОГІЧНОЇ ВІДПОВІДАЛЬНОСТІ ПРОВАЙДЕРІВ ПОСЛУГ ГОСТИННОСТІ НА ЗАСАДАХ СОЦІАЛЬНОГО ДІАЛОГУ

The hospitality industry, which is one of the biggest generators of negative impact on the environment, needs transformation and greening. The problem of implementing environmental responsibility among Ukrainian tourism service providers is not just a condition of their competitiveness, but a guarantee of the possibility of functioning and development in the future. The purpose of the study: identification of the parameters of the social dialogue implementation for the formation of ecologically responsible sustainable functioning and development of the hospitality sphere at the level of tourist destination. The subject of the study: theoretical principles and practical experience of implementing social dialogue at the local level. Research methods: general and special methods of scientific knowledge, namely abstraction, induction and deduction, analogy and qualitative comparison were used in the research process. The hypothesis of the study is that the only way to ensure the ecological sustainability of the hospitality sector is the conscious attitude of the local population, as providers of hospitality services, to the existing environmental problems and the desire to preserve the natural, recreational, historical and cultural resources of their own territory. The main results of the study: the analysis of the theoretical basis of the development of the concept of social dialogue and modern international and domestic experience regarding its implementation in the field of hospitality and tourism allowed to determine the parameters of the social dialogue implementation for sustainable ecological development of the hospitality sphere at the local level. The originality and practical significance of the study: the presented parameters of the introduction of social dialogue for the sustainable ecological development of the hospitality sphere at the local level reveal the essence of the process involving not only the local population, but also visitors to the region, who must be informed and responsible for observing the rules and conditions of stay and recreation in the territory of the community. Conclusions: the proposals presented in the study regarding the development of social dialogue for the formation of environmental responsibility of hospitality service providers at the local level are relevant and can be used to overcome the current crisis in the industry, which began during the pandemic and was deepened with the beginning of a full-scale war

Gamification and Gaming in Cryptocurrency Education: A Survey with Cryptocurrency Investors and Potential Investors

Introduction In recent years, cryptocurrency has increasingly sparked interest among investors. Many people have invested in this field without adequate knowledge. Existing research has shown that using game design elements can be an effective method of education. Such learning interventions can potentially be a good match for educating market investors, as they provide risk-free simulations for novice investors to gain practical experience without having to be concerned about real financial losses. However, it is unclear how market investors perceive gamified and game-based learning interventions and whether they would adopt them for cryptocurrency education. Research Objectives Our study investigated market investors’ perceptions, needs and expectations regarding the integration of gamification and game-based learning interventions in cryptocurrency education. Methodology We conducted an online survey with n=413 participants, including experienced market investors and people who are interested in cryptocurrency. Within the survey, we presented the mock-ups of two cryptocurrency learning interventions: a gamified cryptocurrency learning application, and a cryptocurrency learning video game. Results From market investors’ perspectives, our study revealed the benefits and drawbacks of incorporating gamification and game design principles to facilitate learning cryptocurrency. We identified the need to develop dynamic, accessible, reliable, and community-building gamified and game-based cryptocurrency learning interventions. Conclusion From our findings, we propose guidance for the integration of gamification and games in cryptocurrency education, and we provide design recommendations for investor-specific cryptocurrency learning interventions.

The use of bituminous rocks and natural bitumens from a geonic point of view

Objective. The purpose of the work is to study the experience of using bituminous rocks from various deposits for the preparation of hot asphalt concrete or extracting bitumen from rocks from the point of view of geonics. Method. The following research methods are used: systematization, description and analysis. The necessary data is formed on the basis of information obtained from the analysis of domestic and foreign articles related to the topic of natural bitumen and practical experience in extracting bitumen from tar sand for the preparation of hot asphalt concrete mixture using bituminous rocks without the use of petroleum bitumen from various fields. Result. Various works on the preparation of hot asphalt concrete and bitumen from bituminous rocks are considered. The results obtained showed that the use of bituminous rocks for the preparation of hot asphalt concrete and bitumen based on them is possible, and the properties of the resulting material comply with current quality standards. Conclusion. The dependence of the properties and chemical composition of the material on the deposit in which it was mined has been established.

Menstrual Hygiene Practice among Adolescent Girls in Selective Slum Areas of Dhaka City in Bangladesh

Background: Adolescence is the transition period from childhood to adulthood and is widely recognized as a time of great importance due to its vulnerabilities linked with biological, physical, social, and environmental considerations.Objective: To assess the experience of menstruation and menstrual hygiene practices among adolescent girls in selective slum areas of Dhaka city in Bangladesh.Methods: This cross-sectional, observational study was conducted between June and September of 2023 among 169 adolescent girls. A semi-structured questionnaire was used as tool for data collection through face to face interview. A total of 169 girls aged between 13 and 19 were included in this study.Results: The mean age of the girls was 15.33 years. Most of the girls (71.59%) were in 13-17 years age group. The mean age at menarche was 12.38 year. 136 (80.47%) by the age of 11-14 years and 127 (75.15%) had information on menstruation before menarche from mothers 98 (27.84%). During menstruation, 118(69.82%) were using sanitary pad, 60(50.85%) girls changed pad two times a day. The reuse of cloth material was practiced by only 39(76.47%) girls; among them, only 32(82.05%) girls were using soap (detergent) to clean the cloth material. 34(87.18%) girls were drying their used cloth in sunlight. All participants bathed during menstruation and of which 127(75.15%) girls were using soap to clean the external genitalia. 111(65.68%) discarding sanitary materials in public dustbin. The main cause of choosing cloth as absorbent material over sanitary pad is financial issue for 59% of the girls.Conclusion: The average population of females in urban slums practiced good menstrual hygiene. The findings of this study may aid governmental and non-governmental groups in developing programs to prevent health concerns during menstrual periods by improving education on menstrual hygiene habits.International Journal of Human and Health Sciences Vol. 08 No. 01 Jan’24 Page: 79-83

Engineering the Skin: Embodied Experiences of Healing from Acne Among YouTube Vloggers

We examine how 24 adult YouTube vloggers tell their ‘acne stories’ by means of videos posted on YouTube between 2015 and 2020. In doing so, we study the relationship between embodied experiences of acne and health-seeking practices, particularly as they pertain to managing the everyday life of the body, abandoning medical expertise and embracing lay knowledge, living with disability, and engineering an improved self. Overall, we suggest that the vloggers share a general scepticism about the clinical management of their condition, often eschewing medical treatments while advocating for the modification of lifestyle practices. Ultimately, our study shows that vloggers understand healing from acne as both a personal journey that requires individual initiative and a shared pursuit best supported not by doctors and prescription medication but by an online environment that encourages self-engineering through free-market health care options and neoliberal values of working on the body.