Induction Technique Research Articles

Exploring personal aptitudes and personality traits that, together with social determinants, shape health behaviors and conduct: a thematic analysis based on the Capability, Opportunity, Motivation and Behavior (COM-B) change system.

Effective implementation of strategies to promote health and prevent noncommunicable illnesses requires a profound understanding of the interaction between the individual and society. This study brings to health research the consideration of psychosocial factors that influence the maintenance and change of health behaviors and conduct. From a primary care perspective, it is crucial to propose a biopsychosocial approach for the development of health promotion and self-care programs that embrace personal aptitudes as a relevant individual aspect. To explore experiences related to personal aptitudes and personality traits that influence health behaviors and conduct, taking into account the social determinants of health, through a thematic analysis based on the capability-opportunity-motivation and behavior (COM-B) system. This qualitative research is carried out from a descriptive phenomenological perspective, based on 17 focus groups in which 156 people participated. Inductive and deductive analysis techniques were used following Lincoln and Guba's criteria of methodological rigor. In addition to 7 different triangulations of analysts, 6 main categories were identified based on the COM-B system: psychological capacity, physical capacity, physical opportunity, social opportunity, reflective motivation, and automatic motivation. The importance of considering these factors to promote healthy behaviors was stressed. This study examined how personal experiences related personal aptitudes and personality traits influence health behaviors and conduct in Spain. It was found that personality traits such as health literacy, self-efficacy, activation, and self-determination can influence the adoption of healthy behaviors. Likewise, the need for control, overthinking, and ambivalence made it impossible. Furthermore, social determinants of health and interpersonal relationships also play an important role. ClinicalTrials.gov, NCT04386135. Registered on April 30, 2020.

Disability stigma and the pursuit of inclusion among children with physical disabilities in northwest Ethiopia

Purpose Globally, many children with physical disabilities (CwPDs) are excluded from their education and social life, mainly due to stigma and its effects. However, information on disability stigma is scarce in low-and middle-income countries like Ethiopia. The purpose of this study, therefore, was to explore the lived experience of stigma from the perspective of CwPDs and their caregivers in northwest Ethiopia. Methods The study incorporated a constructivist grounded theory approach. Data were gathered through observations, in-depth interviews, and key informant interviews. Inductive and iterative grounded theory techniques were used to code and categorize data through constant comparison. Findings The study showed that CwPDs are bullied and talked about, subject to pity, socially excluded, and held in contempt at home, in their neighborhood, and at school. They live in fear and uncertainty and struggle with stigma. These factors affect their emotions, social relationships, and educational activities. Conclusions This study makes theoretical and practical contributions to understanding and addressing disability stigma and can help to introduce inclusive education policy, school practice, and disability advocacy. The study results highlight the need for disability awareness-raising programs, interventions for empowerment, and informing disability policy and practice.

The era of technology and its impact on Quranic studies

The Holy Quran is a book that always requires exploration because it is a book suitable for every time and place. As technology has permeated all aspects of our lives, we sought to investigate the relationship between Quranic studies and the digital revolution. The research question at hand is: What distinguishes Quranic studies in the 21st century, and has the digital revolution contributed to it? We employed a descriptive methodology, utilizing the techniques of induction and analysis, to delve into the new horizons of Quranic studies and the technological tools employed within this field. In conclusion, we found that unity of composition is what sets Quranic studies apart in this era, and that technological tools, particularly AI, have yet to be fully harnessed in this domain, as they should be.

Providers’ and survivors’ perspectives on the availability and accessibility of surgery in gastrointestinal cancer care

BackgroundSurgery is essential for gastrointestinal (GI) cancer treatment. Many patients lack access to surgical care that optimizes outcomes. Scarce availability and/or low accessibility of appropriate resources may be the reason for this, especially in economically disadvantaged areas. This study aimed to investigate providers’ and survivors’ perspectives on barriers and facilitators to the availability and accessibility of surgical care. MethodsSemistructured interviews informed by surgical disparities and access-to-care conceptual frameworks with purposively selected GI cancer providers and survivors in Alabama and Mississippi were conducted. Survivors were within 3 years of diagnosis of stage I to III esophageal, pancreatic, or colorectal cancer. Transcripts were analyzed using inductive thematic and content analysis techniques. Intercoder agreement was reached at 90 %. ResultsThe 27 providers included surgeons (n = 11), medical oncologists (n = 2), radiation oncologists (n = 2), a primary care physician (n = 1), nurses (n = 8), and patient navigators (n = 3). This study included 36 survivors with ages ranging from 44 to 87 years. Of the 36 survivors, 21 (58.3 %) were male, and 11 (30.6 %) identified as Black. Responses were grouped into 3 broad categories: (i) transportation/geographic location, (ii) specialized care/testing, and (iii) patient-/provider-related factors. The barriers included lack and cost of transportation, reluctance to travel because of uneasiness with urban centers, low availability of specialized care, overburdened referral centers, provider-related referral biases, and low health literacy. Facilitators included availability of charitable aid, centralizing multidisciplinary care, and efficient appointment scheduling. ConclusionIn the Deep South, barriers and facilitators to the availability and accessibility of GI surgical cancer care were identified at the health system, provider, and patient levels, especially for rural residents. Our data suggest targets for improving the use of surgery in GI cancer care.

Restoration of degraded waterlogged saline soil through subsurface drainage: Spatiotemporal soil salinity assessment using electromagnetic induction (EMI) and geographic information system (GIS) techniques

AbstractReduction in soil salinity in the entire project area is a key indicator of proper functioning of the implemented subsurface drainage (SSD) projects. Electromagnetic induction (EMI) surveys were carried out to facilitate spatiotemporal assessment of soil salinity of a SSD project site in Kahni, Haryana (India). The surveys were conducted in two time frames: immediately after the start of SSD project in 2019 and after 2 years of successful operation in 2021. The collected data of 2 surveys was used to derive a depth‐specific calibrated correlation between the observed salinity (ECe) of collected soil samples and surveyed apparent electrical conductivity (ECa) observations in vertical (ECav) and horizontal (ECah) modes. Spatiotemporal analysis of soil salinity revealed notable changes in areas under different salinity classes over a period of 2 years, indicating the impact of SSD on soil desalinization. During the course of 2 years (2019–2021) of SSD operation, area under moderate salinity (4–8 dS m−1) in the top 0–0.15 m soil increased by 54.5% while it decreased by 40% and 6.6% under high (8–12 dS m−1) and very high (12–16 dS m−1) salinity classes. The rice and wheat yields were also enhanced by 24% and 7% respectively after 2 years operation of SSD in hitherto severally waterlogged saline soils. Overall findings of this study reinforce the scope of using EMI approach to quickly and effectively assess the efficacy of subsurface drainage. Creation of measurable soil salinity maps by proposed EMI and GIS techniques can help in planning and implementing site‐specific management strategies in saline soil reclamation projects.

Almost sharp lower bound for the nodal volume of harmonic functions

AbstractThis paper focuses on a relation between the growth of harmonic functions and the Hausdorff measure of their zero sets. Let be a real‐valued harmonic function in with and . We prove where the doubling index is a notion of growth defined by This gives an almost sharp lower bound for the Hausdorff measure of the zero set of , which is conjectured to be linear in . The new ingredients of the article are the notion of stable growth, and a multiscale induction technique for a lower bound for the distribution of the doubling index of harmonic functions. It gives a significant imuprovement over the previous best‐known bound , which implied Nadirashvili's conjecture.

Integrating high-efficiency thermal channel construction and structural wave absorption design within vertically oriented SiC-coated carbon fibers/silicone resin composites

To match the increasing miniaturization and integration of electronic devices, higher requirements are put forward for the electromagnetic wave absorption (EWA) and thermal conductivity (Tc) of heat conduction-microwave absorption integrated materials (HCMWAIMs) to overcome the problems of electromagnetic wave (EMW) pollution and heat accumulation. Herein, a simple and efficient shear force induction technique is used to construct a carbon/magnetic isolation network within the silicone resin matrix, where ferrite particles are well dispersed in vertically oriented SiC-coated carbon fibers array. Benefiting from the orderly interconnection of CFs@SiC in the array, the prepared composites have a high Tc of 7.86 W m−1 K−1. The introduction of magnetic ferrite particles within the CFs@SiC array can induce electrical-magnetic coupling, optimize impedance matching, and enhance EMW attenuation. This synergy of V-CFs@SiC/ferrite isolation network structure gives the composites an excellent effective absorption bandwidth (EAB) of 5.88 GHz and a minimal reflection loss (RLmin) of −47.5 dB at a thickness of 1.5 mm. Moreover, the as-prepared composites exhibit outstanding elastic compressibility of 43.2 % and rebound rate of 45.1 % under a pressure of 35psi. This strategy offers a distinguishing understanding of preparing high-performance HCMWAIMs in modern electronic devices.

Using the technology acceptance model to assess clinician perceptions and experiences with a rheumatoid arthritis outcomes dashboard: qualitative study

BackgroundImproving shared decision-making using a treat-to-target approach, including the use of clinical outcome measures, is important to providing high quality care for rheumatoid arthritis (RA). We developed an Electronic Health Record (EHR) integrated, patient-facing sidecar dashboard application that displays RA outcomes, medications, and lab results for use during clinical visits (“RA PRO dashboard”). The purpose of this study was to assess clinician perceptions and experiences using the dashboard in a university rheumatology clinic.MethodsWe conducted focus group (FG) discussions with clinicians who had access to the dashboard as part of a randomized, stepped-wedge pragmatic trial. FGs explored clinician perceptions towards the usability, acceptability, and usefulness of the dashboard. FG data were analyzed thematically using deductive and inductive techniques; generated themes were categorized into the domains of the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM).Results3 FG discussions were conducted with a total of 13 clinicians. Overall, clinicians were enthusiastic about the dashboard and expressed the usefulness of visualizing RA outcome trajectories in a graphical format for motivating patients, enhancing patient understanding of their RA outcomes, and improving communication about medications. Major themes that emerged from the FG analysis as barriers to using the dashboard included inconsistent collection of RA outcomes leading to sparse data in the dashboard and concerns about explaining RA outcomes, especially to patients with fibromyalgia. Other challenges included time constraints and technical difficulties refreshing the dashboard to display real-time data. Methods for integrating the dashboard into the visit varied: some clinicians used the dashboard at the beginning of the visit as they documented RA outcomes; others used it at the end to justify changes to therapy; and a few shared it only with stable patients.ConclusionsThe study provides valuable insights into clinicians’ perceptions and experiences with the RA PRO dashboard. The dashboard showed promise in enhancing patient-clinician communication, shared decision-making, and overall acceptance among clinicians. Addressing challenges related to data collection, education, and tailoring dashboard use to specific patient populations will be crucial for maximizing its potential impact on RA care. Further research and ongoing improvements in dashboard design and implementation are warranted to ensure its successful integration into routine clinical practice.

Comparison of dehydration systems in quality and chemical effects on sunflower seeds

The present work investigates the quality and the chemical effects of dehydration, using a novel dehydration system based on an electromagnetic induction and low pressures technique, comparing it with the thermo-solar drying system. High oleic sunflower seeds, which are an important oil seed crop, were used due to the fact that they have a special place in the food industry. The seed samples were exposed to electromagnetic induction and low pressures by 0.5 and 1 h, then several chemical characterizations were carried out, in the electrophoresis study, it was found that most proteins in the hull were degraded or denatured, some of them were lost during the time in the thermosolar dryer while in kernel keeps 94.9% of the concentration in control proteins. Otherwise, the electromagnetic induction dryer did not lose the most of proteins in the kernel keeping 99.1% in 0.5 h and 98.4% in 1 h, just degrading its concentration. Germination viability results did not show changes after 0.5 h in the electromagnetic fields, but they decreased in 1 h from 66 to 40% until the thermosolar method fell to 24% in 4 h, both analysis results change proportionally with the treatment time and moisture content and the amount of the oxygen.

Applying the Fliperentiation approach to teaching geography in primary education: students’ and parents’ perceptions

ABSTRACT This article is part of a wider research effort, the object of which is to examine the implementation of the Fliperentiation approach in the context of teaching Geography to primary school students. This paper focuses on exploring the experiences of students and their parents regarding the new approach which combines the flipped classroom model with the approach of differentiated instruction. Interactive videos and educational games were created and delivered by the teacher-researcher using the free digital educational platform ‘e-me’. The educational action research was conducted in Greece. Semi-structured interviews were used to investigate the perceptions of 18 students and their parents, while the thematic inductive technique was used to analyse data. Results indicated that Fliperentiation had a particularly positive acceptance by both students and parents. Fliperentiation turned the learning in a more energetic process, developed students’ interaction, engaged them in active learning and contributed to a more autonomous learning.

Peran Guru Pendidikan Agama Islam Dalam Meningkatkan Motivasi Belajar Siswa Difabel di SMA Negeri 1 Mojotengah Wonosobo

This research aims to: 1) determine the learning motivation of students with disabilities at SMA Negeri 1 Mojotengah; 2) to determine the role of Islamic religious education teachers in increasing the learning motivation of disabled students at SMA Negeri 1 Mojotengah; 3) to determine the obstacles for Islamic religious education teachers in increasing the learning motivation of disabled students at SMA Negeri 1 Mojotengah. This research uses a qualitative research approach with field research. Data collection techniques use observation, interviews and documentation methods. Then, data sources were obtained from primary data sources and secondary data sources (Islamic religious education books, references related to students with disabilities, learning motivation, previous theses, articles, journals and internet sites). Apart from that, data sources were also obtained from research subjects, namely the school principal, PAI subject teachers, and 5 students with disabilities at SMA Negeri 1 Mojotengah. The data analysis technique used is an inductive qualitative data analysis technique. Based on the research results, it can be concluded that the learning motivation of disabled students at SMA Negeri 1 Mojotengah is not good due to several factors, namely the less conducive learning environment, bullying, and the lack of self-confidence of disabled students. The role of PAI teachers in increasing learning motivation is as a demonstrator, class manager, facilitator and mediator, evaluator and motivator. Some of the obstacles for teachers in increasing the learning motivation of disabled students are in growing and increasing learning motivation because students lack self-confidence, inadequate facilities, communication with deaf disabled students, there is no special accompanying teacher (GPK) who accompanies them in class and integrates learning methods with needs of students with disabilities.

Using the Electronic Medical Record to Correlate Patient–Provider Perspectives in the Care of Black Individuals With High-Risk Pregnancies [ID 2683496

INTRODUCTION: The electronic medical record (EMR) is a mainstay of medical documentation, although it is limited in its ability to fully capture patients' perspectives. This study aims to correlate patient and provider perspectives in the care of Black individuals with diabetes and/or hypertension in pregnancy to identify areas for quality improvement. METHODS: A mixed qualitative-retrospective study consisting of in-depth one-on-one interviews and EMR chart review was conducted from January 2021 to December 2022 for nine patients who self-identified as Black, were 6 weeks to 1 year postpartum with diagnoses of diabetes and/or hypertension during pregnancy or postpartum, and delivered at a tertiary hospital (IRB 2000028830). Interviews were virtual, lasted 55 minutes on average, and explored participants’ delivery and postpartum experiences. Chart notes were reviewed to correlate and compare participants' described experiences with documentation in the EMR. Themes were developed using inductive technique. RESULTS: Participants reported overall satisfaction with the care received, but four major themes were identified: 1) concerns with acknowledgement and management of pain, 2) perceived coercion and stereotyping with contraception counseling, 3) incomplete representation of positive and negative experiences in EMR documentation, and 4) balancing patient autonomy and professional responsibility to counsel. Although participants' described experiences were correlated to EMR documentation for some instances, documentation often lacked patient perspectives regarding their concerns and decision-making rationale. Additionally, participants did not always fully understand the rationale behind aspects of their care. CONCLUSION: Opportunities exist for improved patient–provider communication in the provision of obstetric care for minoritized populations with high-risk pregnancies.

Systematic review on techniques for the creation of pneumoperitoneum in laparoscopic surgeries

Systematic review on techniques for the creation of pneumoperitoneum in laparoscopic surgeries

Estrategia sostenible para mejorar la eficiencia de los servicios de inseminación artificial en ganado bovino en el trópico

The aim of this study was to evaluate the efficiency of artificial insemination (AI) services in Holstein x Brahman cows under a heat induction programme. Three experiments were carried out. In Exp. 1, a retrospective analysis of the efficiency of AI insemination of 41 000 cows treated with the combination of progesterone and oestradiol benzoate or equine chorionic gonadotropin (eCG) was carried out. In Exp. 2 it was evaluated 863 cows inseminated after heat induced with progesterone and oestradiol benzoate to know the physiological events that occur before and after service in herds with a high incidence of anoestrus. Gynaecological examinations and determination of progesterone in milk were performed. The purpose of Exp. 3 was to improve the effectiveness of AI services for cows in postpartum anoestrus treated with progesterone and oestradiol benzoate combined with a technique to identify and induce the return to service of females that did not conceive. Only 30% of the cows exceeded 40% conception. The best results were obtained when using eCG (47% vs 29%). The problems associated with the low conception rate were unfertilized oestrus, embryonic mortality and anoestrus after breeding (Exp. 2). The return to service induction technique increased (p<0.001) the conception rate of the second induced service and the percentage of accumulated pregnancy in the treated group compared to the control (69.0 and 32.0%, respectively) (Exp. 3).

The Strategic Role of Social Networks in Academic Leadership Development

University leaders navigate a complex and dynamic environment, balancing the diverse expectations of students, faculty, policy makers, and governmental bodies. Proficiency in these roles requires deep academic understanding, contextual knowledge, and effective management and leadership skills. This study explored how faculty members serving as department chairs developed their leadership capacity when entering the role. The investigation utilized social network theory and a leadership development model to examine department chairs’ experiences at a Canadian research-intensive university. It employed a qualitative research approach combining constructivist philosophy, case study design, and inductive research techniques. Drawing on the key themes of role entry, role understanding, and skill development, the study found that social networks played a central role in the participants’ leadership development. Post-secondary institutions may consider supporting leadership networks and providing equitable access to learning opportunities to increase academic leadership capacity.

More than Fresh Fruits and Veggies: Farmers’ Markets as a Locus of Social Participation for Older Adults

As awareness of the benefits of social participation for older adults has grown, ideas for how social services agencies can increase older adults’ social participation have proliferated. The goal of this research is to explore how older adults experience the farmers’ market as a hub of social participation. Fifteen older adults in a rural area in the deep South of the U.S. participated in semi-structured interviews. All interviews were transcribed verbatim; transcripts were analyzed using analytic induction techniques. Most participants describe the farmers’ market as an important context for their social participation. They enjoyed the family-like environment, expanded their social network with vendors and volunteers, and received financial support such as the Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program. Some described their experiences of civil engagement and their contribution to the community. Yet some barriers to their participation exist, such as transportation issues. Implications include further exploration into the potential for farmers’ markets as a context for increasing social participation of rural older adults. In particular, future research should explore the perceptions of social service professionals regarding this connection and the potential for social service agencies to harness the reciprocal nature of the relationship between markets and older patrons.

The volcanic aspect on determining Site of nuclear power plant in Indonesia: Gap analysis between standard and regulations

The development of nuclear power plants is in three phases. The first phase is a consideration before the decision on the NPP construction program is approved, the second phase is the preparatory work for making contracts and preparing for the construction of NPP after the NPP construction policy is approved, and the third phase is contracting, licensing and building the first NPP. As a volcanically active country, Indonesia contains over 130 active volcanoes that are part of the Pacific Ring of Fire. The volcanic aspect is one of the safety factors considered while deciding the location of an NPP. Research on the potential of natural external risks to the determination of nuclear power plants in Indonesia, including the volcanic aspect, has been conducted based on the safety reference or safety guide of the IAEA and the Nuclear Energy Regulatory Body (BAPETEN) Regulation. Due to technological advancements, safety needs have evolved so the existing Indonesia National Standard (SNI) must be updated to comply with BAPETEN regulations. The substance in SNI 18-2034-1990 relating to volcanic features seems less relevant in actual conditions, given that more complete and exact criteria for determining a site guarantee the safety and health of residents and surrounding the environment site. The study intends to conduct a gap analysis of volcanic issues in SNI and volcanic regulations. The method used is identification requirements for volcanic aspects in SNI 18-2034-1990 about Determining Site of Nuclear Reactor Guidance with BAPETEN Chairman Regulation (BCR) number 4 of 2018 about Nuclear Installation Site Evaluation Safety Provisions and BCR number 5 of 2015 about Evaluation of Nuclear Installation Sites for Volcanic Aspects, and analysis uses a qualitative method of inductive techniques. The outcome of this research applies to suggesting a revision of SNI number 18-2034-1990, especially the volcanic aspect.

Nonlinear Talbot effect in electromagnetically induced optical lattice

The nonlinear Talbot effect means formation of self-imaging of the periodic structure by utilizing the harmonic wave instead of the fundamental one. Electromagnetically induced optical lattices established in atomic ensembles by optical induction technique have received great attention in recent years. Here, we experimentally demonstrate the nonlinear four wave mixing (FWM) Talbot effect in the Rubidium medium, where the third-order susceptibility χ(3) has periodic distribution due to the modulation from the incident pump light. Two kinds of periodic structure, the square lattice and hexagonal lattice, are employed to investigate the nonlinear FWM Talbot effect. The integer and fractional Talbot images produced by the FWM field are all obtained. The experimental results are qualitatively consistent with theoretical simulations. Different from the self-imaging of the refractive index in the linear optics, the FWM Talbot effect is the self-imaging of the periodic χ(3). The results may offer a high-resolution lensless way for imaging various optical periodic structures.

Artificial Extracellular Vesicles Generated from T Cells Using Different Induction Techniques.

Cell therapy is at the forefront of biomedicine in oncology and regenerative medicine. However, there are still significant challenges to their wider clinical application such as limited efficacy, side effects, and logistical difficulties. One of the potential approaches that could overcome these problems is based on extracellular vesicles (EVs) as a cell-free therapy modality. One of the major obstacles in the translation of EVs into practice is their low yield of production, which is insufficient to achieve therapeutic amounts. Here, we evaluated two primary approaches of artificial vesicle induction in primary T cells and the SupT1 cell line-cytochalasin B as a chemical inducer and ultrasonication as a physical inducer. We found that both methods are capable of producing artificial vesicles, but cytochalasin B induction leads to vesicle yield compared to natural secretion, while ultrasonication leads to a three-fold increase in particle yield. Cytochalasin B induces the formation of vesicles full of cytoplasmic compartments without nuclear fraction, while ultrasonication induces the formation of particles rich in membranes and membrane-related components such as CD3 or HLAII proteins. The most effective approach for T-cell induction in terms of the number of vesicles seems to be the combination of anti-CD3/CD28 antibody activation with ultrasonication, which leads to a seven-fold yield increase in particles with a high content of functionally important proteins (CD3, granzyme B, and HLA II).

Participatory Research with Museum Practitioners: A reflection on the process

This research explores the process of a Participatory Research (PR) project that brought together university researchers with museum practitioners to create reflective tools that can be used to better understand real practical challenges. This project followed Bourke’s (2009) definition of PR, viewing the process as a collaborative endeavour between researchers and practitioners in all steps of the way including project planning, research design, data collection and analysis, and distribution and application of research findings. In this project, we ran three main workshops with small group meetings in between, which were audio and video recorded and subsequently transcribed. These were then analysed to capture the PR process using James and Shaw’s (2023) Heuristic Framework as our analytical framework while using deductive and inductive techniques. Our analysis focused on understanding the dynamics between researchers and practitioners in this PR project in order to better understand how to conduct PR projects in this context. Our analysis offers a refined model that can be adapted and used with museum practitioners while identifying areas that need further attention in the process of PR. We included an important phase of reflection, and we offer recommendations for those who would like to take a PR approach in their research.