Extension Project Research Articles

Study on The Design Scheme of The East Extension Project of Qiushi Elevated Road

This paper takes the east extension project of Qiushi elevated road as an example, according to the planning and status quo situation of the project, combined with the traffic forecast and the analysis of the status quo, through the comprehensive selection of the program, the most reasonable scheme is selected from the aspects of scheme feasibility, traffic function and economy.

TELECUORE: FEASIBILITY OF A HOSPITAL–TERRITORIAL TELEMEDICINE PROJECT IN CHRONIC HEART FAILURE

Abstract Background Since February 2023, Cardiology department of AUSL Piacenza has started a telemedicine project named “TeleCuore,” aimed at exploring the impact of a multiparametric telemonitoring system on the management of patients affected by chronic heart failure (CHF). OBJECTIVES assess organizational sustainability, satisfaction among involved figures, and the clinical impact at 9 months of an extensive telemonitoring project targeting patients with CHF. Materials and Methods 250 patients with CHF and recent clinical instability were recruited and equipped with the Adilife device to monitor and transmit weight, temperature, blood pressure, heart and respiratory rate, oxygen saturation, and single–lead ECG. These data are managed by case manager (CM), cardiologists, respiratory and perfusion pathophysiology technicians (TFCPC), general practitioner to optimize patient therapy, empowerment, and reduce acute admissions through timely teleconsultations/televisits. Every 6 months, patients are asked to complete a Quality of Life questionnaire (KCCQ–23) and a satisfaction questionnaire regarding the project, which is also administered to healthcare professionals. Results Over 9 months, positive patient engagement is confirmed, with over 92,000 total transmitted measurements. The most monitored parameter is heart rate (4 times/week). At questionnaire analysis, 80% of patients believes TeleCuore helps them remember parameter measurements, and 70% adopt a correct lifestyle through phone conversations with CM. For over 50%of them the project contributes improving their relationship with healthcare professionals. For 90%of healthcare professionals there is better team collaboration and patient education. Both clinicians and patients (100%) believe that TeleCuore improves the effectiveness of follow–up visits: patients arrive more prepared (30%), and staff can dedicate more time to patients (30%) and access information before the visit (10%). The patients KCCQ score varies from a medium of 71 at baseline to a medium of 78 at 6 months analisys. Conclusions TeleCuore project demonstrates that telemedicine can facilitate patient management and empowerment. Professional figures (CM and TFCPC) are crucial for project execution, working alongside clinical cardiologists for proper alert management, patient education on therapy adherence, and correct lifestyle. An ongoing analysis aims to quantify whether TeleCuore can reduce hospitalizations related to acute heart failure.

The Valorization of Spanish Minority Grapevine Varieties—The Volatile Profile of Their Wines as a Characterization Feature

Despite the large number of existing varieties of Vitis vinifera L., only few occupy a large niche in today’s highly globalized wine market. The increasing consumer demand for diversified products, as well as the changing climatic conditions, make establishing a process of varietal diversification essential to achieve both challenges. It is for this reason that the study of minority varieties, which have a higher level of adaptation to each area of origin, is of particular interest. With the main objective of achieving an in-depth knowledge of minority varieties in Spain, the national research project ‘Valorization of Minority Grapevine Varieties for their Potential for Wine Diversification and Resilience to Climate Change’ (MINORVIN), has been proposed. Within this extensive project, the present study describes the aroma profiles of 60 single-variety wines, corresponding with 44 different varieties, with 12 of these varieties being studied at the same time in several Spanish regions. Volatile compounds were determined through three consecutive vintages using gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS) and gas chromatography–flame ionization detector (GC-FID). Compounds were grouped into major compounds, including alcohols, C6 compounds, esters, acetates, acids, carbonyl compounds, and other type of compounds, and minor compounds, including lactones, terpenes, and C13-norisoprenoids, according to their concentration in the wines being analyzed. Among this last group of compounds, lactones were quantitatively the most abundant, followed by terpenes. This study reflects that minority variety wines show distinctive aromatic profiles, supporting the importance of valuing and promoting the autochthonous minority grapevine varieties for the Spanish winemaking industry.

Expanding science skills: teaching tissue culture, data analysis, and reporting through imaging the actin cytoskeleton.

Within the eukaryotic cell, the actin cytoskeleton is a crucial structural framework that maintains cellular form, regulates cell movement and division, and facilitates the internal transportation of proteins and organelles. External cues induce alterations in the actin cytoskeleton primarily through the activation of Rho GTPases, which then bind to a diverse array of effector proteins to promote the local assembly or disassembly of actin. We have harnessed the extensively studied functions of RhoA in the dynamics of the actin cytoskeleton to craft a practical series for Stage 2 Biology students. This series not only imparts essential tissue culture laboratory skills but also reinforces them through repetition. These activities are presented in a scenario designed for students to explore the function of a hypothetical RhoA family member. Students produce slides from transfected cells, undertake fluorescence microscopy, process the images using ImageJ, and compile their findings in a comprehensive scientific report. The composition of the report requires independent acquisition of new knowledge and synoptic learning. According to student feedback, this early experience greatly aids in solidifying and honing the skills required to report on more extensive and intricate research projects, such as capstone projects.

Aikido's contribution to practitioner's health

We developed an extension project at the Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Norte (UFRN), and includes students, teachers, other servers and the external community. Our goal with this article is to present the reports of our project members and discuss about the contributions of the practice of aikido in relation with health as an existential phenomenon and with the care of the self. Methods: Questionnaires were applied to collect data about the following information: 1) if you are part of the internal community (server, student or professor) or external to the university; 2) age; 3) practice time; 4) your opinion about what health is; 5) the impact of aikido practice on the practitioner's health; 6) whether aikido can be understood as a health practice. and were analyzed by theme content. Results: 34 practitioners volunteered to fill out our questionnaire. From the external community, 14 members answered the questionnaire, and from the internal community, one is a teacher, two are employees, and seventeen are students. From the reports, we are allowed to perceive health as a dynamic phenomenon made up of social, cultural, biological, emotional, and spiritual aspects, among others. Conclusion: Aikido addresses many of these spheres and promotes selfknowledge and caring for oneself and others, reflecting about their experiences and their health through interpretative elaborations of their own condition. Such attitude strengthens the idea that there is a hermeneutic dimension of health that has elements that can be narrated and analyzed.

Radiocarbon chronology of Iron Age Jerusalem reveals calibration offsets and architectural developments

Reconstructing the absolute chronology of Jerusalem during the time it served as the Judahite Kingdom's capital is challenging due to its dense, still inhabited urban nature and the plateau shape of the radiocarbon calibration curve during part of this period. We present 103 radiocarbon dates from reliable archaeological contexts in five excavation areas of Iron Age Jerusalem, which tie between archaeology and biblical history. We exploit Jerusalem's rich past, including textual evidence and vast archaeological remains, to overcome difficult problems in radiocarbon dating, including establishing a detailed chronology within the long-calibrated ranges of the Hallstatt Plateau and recognizing short-lived regional offsets in atmospheric 14C concentrations. The key to resolving these problems is to apply stringent field methodologies using microarchaeological methods, leading to densely radiocarbon-dated stratigraphic sequences. Using these sequences, we identify regional offsets in atmospheric 14C concentrations c. 720 BC, and in the historically secure stratigraphic horizon of the Babylonian destruction in 586 BC. The latter is verified by 100 single-ring measurements between 624 to 572 BC. This application of intense 14C dating sheds light on the reconstruction of Jerusalem in the Iron Age. It provides evidence for settlement in the 12th to 10th centuries BC and that westward expansion had already begun by the 9th century BC, with extensive architectural projects undertaken throughout the city in this period. This was followed by significant damage and rejuvenation of the city subsequent to the mid-eight century BC earthquake, after which the city was heavily fortified and continued to flourish until the Babylonian destruction.

Long-range projections of oxytocin neurons in the marmoset brain.

The neurohormone oxytocin (OT) has become a major target for the development of novel therapeutic strategies to treat psychiatric disorders such as autism spectrum disorder because of its integral role in governing many facets of mammalian social behavior. Whereas extensive work in rodents has produced much of our knowledge of OT, we lack basic information about its neurobiology in primates making it difficult to interpret the limited effects that OT manipulations have had in human patients. In fact, previous studies have revealed only limited OT fibers in primate brains. Here, we investigated the OT connectome in marmoset using immunohistochemistry, and mapped OT fibers throughout the brains of adult male and female marmoset monkeys. We found extensive OT projections reaching limbic and cortical areas that are involved in the regulation of social behaviors, such as the amygdala, the medial prefrontal cortex, and the basal ganglia. The pattern of OT fibers observed in marmosets is notably similar to the OT connectomes described in rodents. Our findings here contrast with previous results by demonstrating a broad distribution of OT throughout the marmoset brain. Given the prevalence of this neurohormone in the primate brain, methods developed in rodents to manipulate endogenous OT are likely to be applicable in marmosets.

ROADS TO RENEWAL: INVESTIGATING THE SOCIO-ECONOMIC INFLUENCE OF THE YAMUNA EXPRESSWAY ON ALIGARH-JEWAR REGION

Infrastructure projects often claim to transform the communities through which they cross. This study investigates the social and economic implications of the Yamuna Expressway in Indias Aligarh-Jewar region. Through the utilization of a combination of methods, the research examines the impact of this extensive infrastructure project on local job opportunities, trends in urban growth, and alterations in peoples means of living. The highway has greatly decreased commute times and has facilitated economic and social changes throughout the area. The results indicate that despite significant economic growth and infrastructure improvements, issues like environmental damage and social inequities also emerge. This study adds to the knowledge of how transport infrastructure affects regional development, providing important information for decision-makers and those involved in similar projects. It also examines the role of policy in managing these outcomes, emphasizing the need for sustainable practices and inclusive growth strategies. This paper contributes to understanding the dualistic impact of transport infrastructure on regional development, offering insights that are vital for policymakers and stakeholders engaged in similar infrastructure projects. KEYWORDS: Regional development, social dynamics, urbanization effects, socio-economic impact, environmental implications, government policies, road development, infrastructure development

A digital twin prototype to visualize heterogeneous seismic damage simulation results on web-GIS

ABSTRACT Access to a wide range of information tailored to specific purposes, including extensive damage projections and statistics for target areas and the potential for individual building and dwelling damage predicted through simulations, enhances cities’ resilience against large-scale earthquakes. Recognizing the significance of this, we have developed a prototype of a digital twin capable of comprehensively visualizing various simulations on a web-based geographic information system (GIS) platform. This prototype employs three seismic damage simulators: the Integrated Earthquake Simulation for area damage, the wallstat for wooden houses, and the E-Simulator for a reinforced concrete building. A trial of earthquake damage simulations was conducted to assess this prototype’s efficacy, focusing on the damage incurred in Mashiki Town during the 2016 Kumamoto earthquake. The trial successfully verified the capability of the system to visualize and integrate various types of simulation data alongside records obtained from actual earthquake disasters. This paper provides an overview of the digital twin prototype. It reports on the trial’s results, focusing on the visualization and integration achieved through this trial.

Competencies of Youth Council on Strategic Planning and Management for Rebuilding Youth Productive Community Services

The study focuses on assessing the competencies of the youth council on planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of youth projects. The objectives of the study were to identify the demographic profile, assess the youth council on strategic management with regards to planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation, and determine the significant relationship between the profile and the youth council on strategic management. The total population was 95 youths, including 38 females and 57 males, who voluntarily participated in the study with the aid of the descriptive method. The study reveals the common problem of youth was the instrument needed for monitoring and evaluation, and how to sustain youth projects. The LGU and DILG, with the assistance of HEI, must have a memorandum of agreement or understanding to enhance the development plan of the Sangguniang Kabataan on strategic planning and management through the implementation of an extension project on good governance and accountability towards the youth productive community.

Analysis of Cornell Cooperative Extension under the Background of Big Data

In the era of knowledge economy, higher education has become the support and engine of socio-economic development, and the importance and urgency of its social service function have become more prominent. The content and form of services urgently need to be updated and innovated. Analyzing the history and current development status of typical university social services undoubtedly has important exemplary value. As one of the earliest universities born in the United States to serve society, Cornell University has a deeply rooted concept of social service, a complete social service system, and a unique social service promotion system. The development of information technology and big data has greatly improved the social service field of the university. In order to have a deeper understanding of the development track and operation logic of Cornell University's social service extension system, this paper adopts the method of literature research, historical research and case study to trace the source of Cornell University's social service concept and explore Cornell University's social service extension model -- agricultural extension project with advantages of traditional "land-grant college". Learn about natural resources, environment and sustainable energy development projects that keep pace with The Times, as well as youth development and family upbringing services for family education. This article believes that the social services provided by Cornell University under the social service promotion system have a strong academic and professional nature, and the direction, content, and social needs of serving society are highly matched and coupled, which helps the university form a complete social service system. Its mature social service promotion system and successful experience in social services have important implications for the construction and improvement of university social service functions.

Community empowerment: multipliers of good - integrating Family and Community Medicine graduates and residents in a curricular extension project in Primary Care

Community empowerment: multipliers of good - integrating Family and Community Medicine graduates and residents in a curricular extension project in Primary Care

XTransCT: ultra-fast volumetric CT reconstruction using two orthogonal x-ray projections for image-guided radiation therapy via a transformer network

Objective. The aim of this study was to reconstruct volumetric computed tomography (CT) images in real-time from ultra-sparse two-dimensional x-ray projections, facilitating easier navigation and positioning during image-guided radiation therapy. Approach. Our approach leverages a voxel-sapce-searching Transformer model to overcome the limitations of conventional CT reconstruction techniques, which require extensive x-ray projections and lead to high radiation doses and equipment constraints. Main results. The proposed XTransCT algorithm demonstrated superior performance in terms of image quality, structural accuracy, and generalizability across different datasets, including a hospital set of 50 patients, the large-scale public LIDC-IDRI dataset, and the LNDb dataset for cross-validation. Notably, the algorithm achieved an approximately 300% improvement in reconstruction speed, with a rate of 44 ms per 3D image reconstruction compared to former 3D convolution-based methods. Significance. The XTransCT architecture has the potential to impact clinical practice by providing high-quality CT images faster and with substantially reduced radiation exposure for patients. The model's generalizability suggests it has the potential applicable in various healthcare settings.

Expressive workshops in mental health

Studies development by the World Health Organization on schizophrenia and other psychoses have demonstrated, since the 1970s, that different social contexts represent important variables in the course and prognosis of the disorder. If the evolution of each psychopathological disorder is strongly impacted by socio-environmental variables, in addition to specific medical care interventions for psychosis must include management strategies that impact the complex constellation of variables related to micro social contexts. In order to develop strategies that help the psychosocial reintegration of these individuals and their perception about themselves, we developed expressive workshops in Psychosocial Care Centres in a large city in the interior of the state of São Paulo, as part of internship and university extension projects. Based on psychosocial and psychoanalytic references, and on the works of Augusto Boal and Nise da Silveira, expressive workshops on scenic improvisation and artistic expression aimed to provide to the users, especially those who express themselves verbally in a restricted way, materials and space to express psychic contents in a way to organize them according to their own personal elaboration rhythm. Offered to anyone who wanted to participate, 12 workshops were held per semester, with a weekly participation of 8 to 12 users in the improvisation workshops and 4 to 8 users in the artistic expression workshops. The constant frequency and active participation of users in the workshops indicate they are able to represent a valid instrument as an aid to other treatments offered to this population, as it promotes the expressiveness of psychic contents that remain outside the field of language, in addition to encouraging communication, the autonomy and social reintegration of the users.

Atoms as words: A novel approach to deciphering material properties using NLP-inspired machine learning on crystallographic information files (CIFs)

In condensed matter physics and materials science, predicting material properties necessitates understanding intricate many-body interactions. Conventional methods such as density functional theory and molecular dynamics often resort to simplifying approximations and are computationally expensive. Meanwhile, recent machine learning methods use handcrafted descriptors for material representation, which sometimes neglect vital crystallographic information and are often limited to single property prediction or a sub-class of crystal structures. In this study, we pioneer an unsupervised strategy, drawing inspiration from natural language processing to harness the underutilized potential of Crystallographic Information Files (CIFs). We conceptualize atoms and atomic positions within a crystallographic information file similarly to words in textual content. Using a Word2Vec-inspired technique, we produce atomic embeddings that capture intricate atomic relationships. Our model, CIFSemantics, trained on the extensive material project dataset, adeptly predicts 15 distinct material properties from the CIFs. Its performance rivals that of specialized models, marking a significant step forward in material property predictions.

Port Access Fluidity Management during a Major Extension Project: A Simulation-Based Case Study

The increasing demand for freight services and the use of larger vessels to meet this demand has led to challenges related to storage space and logistics activities, highlighting the need for improvements in port infrastructure for better logistics management. At a crucial phase in its growth, the Port of Trois-Rivières in Canada is planning a major expansion, including the construction of a new terminal to enhance its hosting capacities and freight services. This expansion faces potential access congestion problems during the planned construction, exacerbated by the port’s urban setting. In response to the needs identified by the port authorities for this event, the study’s objective is to assess the implications of increased construction and freight truck flows on access gate fluidity and the impact of additional access infrastructure investment to mitigate potential congestion. These evaluations aim to define effective access management strategies throughout the construction period of the new terminal. To address these complexities, our approach is based on scenario analysis in variants co-constructed with the partner. These scenarios are evaluated using simulation models, configured according to parameters calibrated with a granularity that allows congestion detection. The results enabled an evaluation of the capability of existing and potential gates to manage access. Subsequently, recommendations were shaped in accordance with the expected objectives to manage access traffic effectively. These recommendations concern the optimization of construction activity planning, the layout and planning of access, and the importance of enhanced collaboration between municipal and port authorities for more controlled road traffic management. Recognizing the importance of synchromodality, road network centrality management, and the outsourcing of capacity through inter-port cooperation and with dry ports to manage congestion, these tools will be discussed in this work. The study proposes an approach that reconciles scientific rigor with the implementation constraints of the proposed solutions, allowing this study wider applicability in various port contexts facing challenges in this field of study.

Extensión universitaria y financiación de proyectos relacionados con la Educación Física en la Universidad Federal de Mato Grosso do Sul

Aimed to investigate the funding of extension projects in the context of the Federal University of Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil. It is an exploratory, documentary, longitudinal, retrospective, quantitative research. The object of analysis were public funding edicts (2010-2021) of extension projects, and the values in reais corrected by the National Consumer Price Index. A total of 1.535 extension projects were financed, standing out 2010 (13.49%) and 2017 (11.96%) in number of projects, with a decline from 2018. Regarding the amounts funded, 2017 (R$799,046.69) and 2018 (R$909,244.62) showed the best results and 2019 (R$317,075.88) and 2021 (R$77,099.48), a significant decline. Regarding the themes linked to Physical Education, 5.60% projects were contemplated, highlighting the theme sport (37.10%) when compared to health, leisure physical activity and leisure. It is concluded that the funding of extension projects went through oscillations, and the themes related to Physical Education were present, although in small percentage.

Vertical Extension and Retrofitting of the Existing R.C.C. Commercial Building – A review

This study explores the feasibility of vertically extension of existing buildings as a sustainable solution to urban densification, particularly focusing on the structural implications and potential benefits of such extensions. Through structural analysis using advanced software like ETAB, and SAFE. as well as examination of cost-effectiveness, the research evaluates the viability of vertical extensions in different contexts. Case studies from various regions, illustrate the technical challenges and benefits associated with vertical extension projects. The analysis encompasses considerations such as structural stability of existing building after floor extensions, and cost implications, offering insights into the most efficient methods for extending buildings vertically. This research underscores the importance of vertical extension as a sustainable urban development strategy and calls for greater awareness and adoption of this approach within the construction industry. It emphasizes the need for collaborative efforts among stakeholders and proposes a development process to streamline the implementation of vertical extension projects.

Using simulations in project management education – impact on awareness and ability to navigate projects in a sustainable way

PurposeExisting literature points out that conventional educational modes are not sufficiently motivational for students. Concurrently, the contemporary society requires awareness of sustainability within project management. The purpose of this paper is to investigate how the use of simulations in project management education can positively impact students’ awareness of sustainability and enhance their ability to navigate projects in a sustainable way.Design/methodology/approachExperiment where 26 experienced professionals with different backgrounds engaged in three extensive project management simulations with sustainable aspects and participated in pre- and post-assessments.FindingsOur research shows that simulations have a high potential for enhancing learning on project management with sustainable aspects. We conclude that simulations can significantly contribute to enhancing student awareness of sustainability. This is through directly confronting them with three areas in which sustainability impacts project management, that is the management of environmental, social, and economic aspects; through handling opportunities, complexities, and adaptability; and by assuming responsibility for sustainable development in the simulation case.Practical implicationsWe have shown that simulations – as a part of project management education – are highly likely to augment students' capacity to navigate their projects in a sustainable way.Originality/valueThis paper offers results of an empirical study on simulations as a means to create awareness of ability to navigate projects in a sustainable way. The paper provides extensive qualitative statements from participants, and thereby gives the reader insights into the raw data leading to insightful conclusions for the field of project management education.

A State-of-the-Art Review on the Study of the Diffusion Mechanism of Fissure Grouting

China is renowned for its extensive underground engineering projects and the complex geological and hydrological conditions it faces. Grouting treatment technology is widely employed in deep-buried mines and tunnels, where grouting parameters such as materials, pressure, volume, and hole arrangement significantly impact the effectiveness of grouting. This review paper comprehensively examines current research on grouting materials, theories, experiments, and numerical simulations. It summarizes the various factors that must be considered during the grouting process of fissures and explores the diffusion mechanisms of grout under their influence. Furthermore, further research is needed on the mechanisms and treatment methods for poor grouting in rock masses, the distribution patterns of fissures, optimization methods for grouting parameters, and grout quality assessment techniques. Future research should focus on developing more efficient experimental methods with higher accuracy levels while advancing grouting technologies. Establishing comprehensive and accurate rock mass models along with improving monitoring capabilities are also crucial aspects to consider. Therefore, studying the diffusion mechanisms of grout in fissured rock masses is of significant importance for the practical operation of underground engineering projects.