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Hubungan literasi informasi dengan self-directed learning mahasiswa Fakultas Ilmu Komunikasi

The creation of a thesis, which is the outcome of student research, is one of the requirements for graduation in higher education. In the thesis completion process, students are required to have adequate information literacy and self-directed learning skills. Students of Fikom Unpad, class of 2016, were introduced to the concept of information literacy during the new student orientation and in the TPB (Preparation Stage for Learning) program in the KBLI (Information Literacy Learning Activities) course. This research aims to identify the relationship between information literacy and self-directed learning among Fikom Unpad students of the 2016 class in the thesis preparation process. The research method used is quantitative, utilizing Chi-square and Pearson Product Moment analysis. The theoretical foundation refers to the ACRL (Association of College, Research, and Library) standards of 2000, covering aspects of information needs, information search strategies, information evaluation, information usage, and ethics and law in information use. This study involved 209 students of Fikom Unpad, class of 2016, with a sample size of 136 individuals. The results show a significant relationship between information literacy (X) and self-directed learning (Y), with a high correlation between sub-variable X (information needs, information search strategies, and information usage) and variable Y. Meanwhile, other sub-variables of X (information evaluation, ethics, and the law of information use) have a moderate relationship with variable Y. It was found that students' motivation and self-directed learning ability can increase with improved information literacy skills, considering the interrelation between the indicators of information literacy and self-directed learning. The higher the level of students' information literacy, the better their self-directed learning abilities.

Impact of Installation on the Performance of an Aero-Engine Exhaust at Wind-Milling Flow Conditions

Abstract This paper presents a numerical investigation of the effect of wing integration on the aerodynamic behavior of a typical large civil aero-engine exhaust system at wind-milling flow conditions. The work is based on the dual stream jet propulsion (DSJP) test rig, as will be tested within the transonic wind tunnel (TWT) located at the aircraft research association (ARA) in the UK. The DSJP rig was designed to measure the impact of the installed pressure field due to the effect of the wing on the aerodynamic performance of separate-jet exhausts. The rig is equipped with the dual separate flow reference nozzle (DSFRN), installed under a swept wing. Computational fluid dynamic simulations were carried out for representative ranges of fan and core nozzle pressure ratios (CNPR) for “engine-out” wind-milling scenarios at end of runway (EOR) takeoff, diversion, and cruise conditions. Analyses were done for both isolated and installed configurations to quantify the impact of the installed pressure field on the fan and core nozzle discharge coefficients. The impact of fan and core nozzle pressure ratios, as well as freestream Mach number and high-lift surfaces on the installed suppression effect, was also evaluated. It is shown that the installed pressure field can reduce the fan nozzle discharge coefficient by up to 16%, relative to the isolated configuration for EOR wind-milling conditions. The results were used to inform the design and setup of the experimental activity which is planned for 2023.

Speciation, natural selection, and networks: three historians versus theoretical population geneticists.

In 1913, the geneticist William Bateson called for a halt in studies of genetic phenomena until evolutionary fundamentals had been sufficiently addressed at the molecular level. Nevertheless, in the 1960s, the theoretical population geneticists celebrated a "modern synthesis" of the teachings of Mendel and Darwin, with an exclusive role for natural selection in speciation. This was supported, albeit with minor reservations, by historians Mark Adams and William Provine, who taught it to generations of students. In subsequent decades, doubts were raised by molecular biologists and, despite the deep influence of various mentors, Adams and Provine noted serious anomalies and began to question traditional "just-so-stories." They were joined in challenging the genetic orthodoxy by a scientist-historian, Donald Forsdyke, who suggested that a "collective variation" postulated by Darwin's young research associate, George Romanes, and a mysterious "residue" postulated by Bateson, might relate to differences in short runs of DNA bases (oligonucleotides). The dispute between a small network of historians and a large network of geneticists can be understood in the context of national politics. Contrasts are drawn between democracies, where capturing the narrative makes reversal difficult, and dictatorships, where overthrow of a supportive dictator can result in rapid reversal.

Confronting harassment and violence in Canadian workplaces: Insights and evolutions

Confronting harassment and violence in Canadian workplaces: Insights and evolutions Dr. Adriana Berlingieri, Research Associate and Barb MacQuarrie, Community Director at the Centre for Research & Education on Violence Against Women & Children in Canada, discuss the prevalence and impact of harassment and violence in the workplace. In Canada, every jurisdiction, including the federal level, ten provinces, and three territories, has enacted legislation to address harassment and violence at work. These laws are dynamic, reflecting ongoing efforts to ensure a safe working environment free from harassment and violence for all employees.

Gabapentinoids and Risk for Severe Exacerbation in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease : A Population-Based Cohort Study.

North American and European health agencies recently warned of severe breathing problems associated with gabapentinoids, including in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), although supporting evidence is limited. To assess whether gabapentinoid use is associated with severe exacerbation in patients with COPD. Time-conditional propensity score-matched, new-user cohort study. Health insurance databases from the Régie de l'assurance maladie du Québec in Canada. Within a base cohort of patients with COPD between 1994 and 2015, patients initiating gabapentinoid therapy with an indication (epilepsy, neuropathic pain, or other chronic pain) were matched 1:1 with nonusers on COPD duration, indication for gabapentinoids, age, sex, calendar year, and time-conditional propensity score. The primary outcome was severe COPD exacerbation requiring hospitalization. Hazard ratios (HRs) associated with gabapentinoid use were estimated in subcohorts according to gabapentinoid indication and in the overall cohort. The cohort included 356 gabapentinoid users with epilepsy, 9411 with neuropathic pain, and 3737 with other chronic pain, matched 1:1 to nonusers. Compared with nonuse, gabapentinoid use was associated with increased risk for severe COPD exacerbation across the indications of epilepsy (HR, 1.58 [95% CI, 1.08 to 2.30]), neuropathic pain (HR, 1.35 [CI, 1.24 to 1.48]), and other chronic pain (HR, 1.49 [CI, 1.27 to 1.73]) and overall (HR, 1.39 [CI, 1.29 to 1.50]). Residual confounding, including from lack of smoking information. In patients with COPD, gabapentinoid use was associated with increased risk for severe exacerbation. This study supports the warnings from regulatory agencies and highlights the importance of considering this potential risk when prescribing gabapentin and pregabalin to patients with COPD. Canadian Institutes of Health Research and Canadian Lung Association.

Current drive by using lower hybrid fast wave in VEST

An efficient central or off-axis current drive is necessary for the steady-state operation of tokamak fusion reactors. The fast wave branch in the frequency range above two times the lower hybrid resonance frequency at high density, the so-called lower hybrid fast wave (LHFW), could be such an efficient current drive scheme in high density and high temperature of reactor-grade tokamak plasmas. This is because it has a higher parallel wave electric field for efficient Landau damping, compared to the fast wave branches in other frequency ranges, and it can more deeply penetrate high density plasmas than the slow wave in the same frequency range. An experimental study has been carried out to confirm the feasibility, in collaboration with Korea Atomic Energy Research Institute, Seoul National University, KwangWoon University, and Korea Accelerator and Plasma Research Association, in VEST. The results show that plasma current can be driven by the fast electrons generated by the LHFW. The details are reported including the theoretical background and RF system as well as the experiment results.

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Dr Rebekka Heitmar provides a round up of key clinical research from the 26th Annual Meeting of the European Association for Vision and Eye Research (Ever) 2023

How provider payment methods affect health expenditure of depressive patients? Empirical study from national claims data in China from 2013 to 2017

BackgroundThis study aimed to investigate the associations between provider payment methods and expenditure of depressive patients, stratified by service types and hospital levels. MethodsWe used a 5 % random sample of urban claims data in China (2013–2017), collected by China Health Insurance Research Association. Provider payment methods (fee-for-services, global budget, capitation, case-based and per-diem payments) were the explanatory variables. A generalized linear model was fitted for the associations between provider payment methods and expenditure. All analyses were adjusted for patient“cioeconomic and health-related characteristics. ResultsIn total, 64,615 depressive patient visits were included, 59,459 for outpatients and 5156 for inpatients. Female patients accounted for 63.00 %. The total and out-of-pocket (OOP) expenditure significantly differentiated by provider payments. Among outpatient services, when comparing with fee-for-services, capitation payment was associated with substantial marginal reduction in total and OOP expenditure (−$34.18, −$9.71) in primary institutes, yet increases ($27.26, $24.11) in secondary hospitals. Similarly, global budget was associated with lower total and OOP expenditure (−$13.51, −$1.61) in secondary hospitals, while higher total and OOP expenditure ($7.43, $32.27) in tertiary hospitals than fee-for-services. For inpatients, total and OOP expenditures under per-diem (−$857.65, −$283.48) and case-based payments (−$997.93, −$137.56) were remarkably smaller than those under fee-for-services in primary and secondary hospitals, respectively. Besides, case-base payment was only linked with the largest reduction in OOP expense (−$239.39) in inpatient services of tertiary hospitals. LimitationOnly urban claims data was included in this study, and investigations for rural population still warrant. And updated data are needed for future studies. ConclusionsThere were varying correlations between provider payment methods and expenditure, which differed by service types and hospital levels. These findings provided empirical evidence for optimizing the mixed payment methods for depression in China.

Production, export and domestic consumption of jute industry in India-An analysis

Jute is a natural fiber which is also known as Golden Fiber. As it is a natural fiber, it has many advantages like low extensibility, high tensile strength moderate heat and fire resistance and long staple vegetable fiber that can be spun into strong, coarse thread, Jute is mainly crop of Ganga Delta. Jute is not only a major textile fiber but also a raw material for nontraditional and value added non-textile products. Jute is used extensively in the manufacture of different types of traditional packaging fabrics, manufacturing Hessian, saking, carpet backing, mats, bags, tarpaulins, ropes etc.so Jute industry make a large contribution to Indian economy as a large no of people are engaged to either producing it or in the jute industry. So, Jute Industry is labour intensive and as such its labour-output ratio is also high in spite of various difficulties being faced by the industry. Also Many rural and urban unemployed and underemployed women and men are involved in a large number of jute development programs and projects are being implemented by various institutions and Government of India with UN agencies as UNDP to modernize the jute industries and it’s all round development. The notable institutions in India, promoting, providing every assistance, R&D in the field of jute are: Indian Jute Industries Research Association (IJIRA), National Jute Board of India, Jute Manufacturing Development Council (JMDC), National Centre for Jute Diversification (NCJD) etc. Objective of this paper to depict the scenario of jute industry in terms of its production, volume of export & volume of domestic consumption. Study of this paper is based on the secondary data & information. Key Words: Jute, production, export, domestic consumption, growth, trend

Utilizing a composite citation index for evaluating clinical ophthalmology research: insights into gender, nationality, and self-citation among top ophthalmology researchers.

To compare the performance of a composite citation score (c-score) and its six constituent citation indices, including H-index, in predicting winners of the Weisenfeld Award in ophthalmologic research. Secondary objectives were to explore career and demographic characteristics of the most highly cited researchers in ophthalmology. A publicly available database was accessed to compile a set of top researchers in the field of clinical ophthalmology and optometry based on Scopus data from 1996 to 2021. Each citation index was used to construct a multivariable model adjusted for author demographic characteristics. Using area under the receiver operating curve (AUC) analysis, each index's model was evaluated for its ability to predict winners of the Weisenfeld Award in Ophthalmology, a research distinction presented by the Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology (ARVO). Secondary analyses investigated authors' self-citation rates, career length, gender, and country affiliation over time. Approximately one thousand unique authors publishing primarily in clinical ophthalmology/optometry were analyzed. The c-score outperformed all other citation indices at predicting Weisenfeld Awardees, with an AUC of 0.99 (95% CI: 0.97-1.0). The H-index had an AUC of 0.89 (95% CI: 0.83-0.96). Authors with higher c-scores tended to have longer career lengths and similar self-citation rates compared to other authors. Sixteen percent of authors in the database were identified as female, and 64% were affiliated with the United States of America. The c-score is an effective metric for assessing research impact in ophthalmology, as seen through its ability to predict Weisenfeld Awardees.

NOVEL PIEZOELECTRIC AND OSTEOCONDUCTIVE NANOFIBRES FOR BONE TISSUE ENGINEERING

The current procedures being applied in the clinical setting to address osteoporosis-related delayed union and nonunion bone fractures have been found to present mostly suboptimal outcomes. As a result, bone tissue engineering (BTE) solutions involving the development of implantable biomimetic scaffolds to replace damaged bone and support its regeneration are gaining interest. The piezoelectric properties of the bone tissue, which stem primarily from the significant presence of piezoelectric type I collagen fibrils in the tissue's extracellular matrix (ECM), play a key role in preserving the bone's homeostasis and provide integral assistance to the regeneration process. However, despite their significant potential, these properties of bone tend to be overlooked in most BTE-related studies. In order to bridge this gap in the literature, novel hydroxyapatite (HAp)-filled osteoinductive and piezoelectric poly(vinylidene fluoride-co-tetrafluoroethylene) (PVDF-TrFE) electrospun nanofibers were developed to replicate the bone's fibrous ECM composition and electrical features. Different HAp nanoparticle concentrations (1–10%, wt%) were tested to assess their effect on the physicochemical and biological properties of the resulting fibers. The fabricated scaffolds displayed biomimetic collagen fibril-like diameters, while also presenting mechanical features akin to type I collagen. The increase in HAp presence was found to enhance both surface and piezoelectric properties of the fibers, with an improvement in scaffold wettability and increase in β-phase nucleation (translating to increased piezoelectricity) being observed. The HAp-containing scaffolds also exhibited an augmented bioactivity, with a more comprehensive surface mineralization of the fibers being obtained for the scaffolds with the highest HAp concentrations. Improved osteogenic differentiation of seeded human mesenchymal stem/stromal cells was achieved with the addition of HAp, as confirmed by an increased ALP activity, calcium deposition and upregulated expression of key osteogenic markers. Overall, our findings highlight, for the first time, the potential of combining PVDF-TrFE and HAp to develop electroactive and osteoinductive nanofibers for BTE.Acknowledgements: The authors thank FCT for funding through the projects InSilico4OCReg (PTDC/EME-SIS/0838/2021), OptiBioScaffold (PTDC/EME-SIS/4446/2020) and BioMaterARISES (EXPL/CTM-CTM/0995/2021), the PhD scholarship (2022.10572.BD) and to the research institutions iBB (UIDB/04565/2020 and UIDP/04565/2020) and Associate Laboratory i4HB (LA/P/0140/2020).

EXPLORING THE EXTRACELLULAR MATRIX FROM YOUNG DONORS TO ENHANCE THE IMPAIRED OSTEOGENIC PROPERTIES OF AGED CELLS

Mesenchymal stromal cells (MSC) have been proposed as an emerging cell therapy for bone tissue engineering applications. However, the healing capacity of the bone tissue is often compromised by patient's age and comorbidities, such as osteoporosis. In this context, it is important to understand the impact of donor age on the therapeutic potential of MSC. Importantly, the impact on donor age is not restricted to cells themselves but also to their microenvironment that is known to affect cell function.The extracellular matrix (ECM) has an important role in stem cell microenvironment, being able to modulate cell proliferation, self-renewal and differentiation. Decellularized cell-derived ECM (dECM) has been explored for regenerative medicine applications due to its bioactivity and its resemblance to the in vivo microenvironment. Thus, dECM offers the opportunity not only to develop microenvironments with customizable properties for improvement of cellular functions but also as a platform to study cellular niches in health and disease. In this study, we investigated the capacity of the microenvironment to rescue the impaired proliferative and osteogenic potential of aged MSC. The goal of this work was to understand if the osteogenic capacity of MSC could be modulated by exposure to a dECM derived from cells obtained from young donors. When aged MSC were cultured on dECM derived from young MSC, their in vitro proliferative and osteogenic capacities were enhanced. Our results suggest that the microenvironment, specifically the ECM, plays a crucial role in the osteogenic differentiation capacity of MSC. dECM might be a valuable clinical strategy to overcome the age-related decline in the osteogenic potential of MSC by recapitulating a younger microenvironment, attenuating the effects of aging on the stem cell niche. Overall, this study opens new possibilities for developing clinical strategies for elderly patients with limited bone formation capacity who currently lack effective treatments.Acknowledgements: The authors thank FCT for funding through the project DentalBioMatrix (PTDC/BTM-MAT/3538/2020) and to the research institutions iBB (UIDB/04565/2020 and UIDP/04565/2020) and Associate Laboratory i4HB (LA/P/0140/2020).

The Role of Pharmacists in Fighting Substance Abuse: A Systematic Review

Pharmacists are crucial to caring for patients who use and abuse psychoactive substances, especially those with substance use disorders, in all care settings. The Association for Multidisciplinary Education and Research in Substance Use and Addiction (AMERSA) has created key skills for pharmacists to address substance use in the 21st century to maximize, maintain, and increase these independent and collaborative responsibilities. Thus, this study aims to explore the role of pharmacists in fighting substance abuse. This is an updated systematic review of studies on the role of pharmacists in fighting substance abuse between 2019 and 2022. The PubMed and Google scholar databases were used to explore studies regarding our subject. The keywords included "Role, Pharmacists, Fighting, Substance, and Abuse" and were used in various combinations. Original research reporting medical therapies used in the role of pharmacists in fighting substance abuse and full-text publications served as the inclusion criterion.Though 150 articles were obtained, only eight met the inclusion criteria. The review involved community pharmacists; all the studies were cross-sectional. The most abused prescription and non-prescription drugs were anti-malarials and simple analgesics, over-the-counter (OTC), opioids, prescription medicines, and Pregabalin. Nearly half of the studied pharmacists received substance use disorder (SUD) education concerning pharmacists\' knowledge and perceptions in pharmacy school. The number of years worked significantly predicted knowledge and screening. Relationships between knowledge, attitudes, and practices indicate a need for experiential education that includes psychosocial aspects of care. This clarifies that the pharmacists\' role in preventing drug abuse is significant. Training programs influenced pharmacists\' attitudes and perceptions about targeted behaviors and associated them with the value of screening for opioid misuse or overdose risk and counseling patients about the benefits and risks of opioids.

Copper metabolism and its implications for canine nutrition.

Canine copper nutrition has received increased attention due to recent reports of apparent copper-associated hepatitis in the USA and European Union. In order to properly address the need to modify the U.S. National Research Council and Association of American Feed Control Officials canine copper recommendations that will have implications for all dogs, it is important to understand the complexities of copper metabolism, confounding variables affecting copper status, and the available research on this topic in dogs. Recent trends in consumer preference for dog diets, supplements, and functional treats introduce another layer of complexity, as most ingredients used in these formulations provide vastly different proportions of essential nutrients, thus resulting in great variation in nutrient profiles available to the animal. Although controlled research addressing copper metabolism in dogs is limited, there are lessons to be learned from other monogastric species as well as canine case studies that can provide a base for increasing knowledge to address this issue. Copper metabolism and status in animals is affected by a multitude of factors including absorption, storage, excretion, and nutrient interactions. Given its vital role in many physiological processes, it is important that both nutritional deficiencies and toxicities be avoided. Additionally, another challenge for proper copper nutrition in dogs is the known genetic predispositions of some breeds for copper storage and excretion abnormalities. Therefore, it is imperative that veterinarians, nutritionists, and pet food manufacturers collaborate with the shared goal of providing dog food options that supply the essential nutrients at adequate concentrations to support an active and healthy life. Many questions remain regarding copper metabolism and proper diet formulation for dogs. Future research efforts should focus on discovering reliable, non-invasive methods for evaluating canine copper status, a deeper understanding of genetic predispositions of certain breeds, increased knowledge of copper contributions from various ingredients, and the role of unpredictable physiological stressors on copper metabolism.

The child who grows up with 'yes' cannot learn to manage his emotions...

The "Emotional Awareness Symposium" organized by Üsküdar University together with the Psychology Research and Education Association was held.

Increased Steps in Japanese Older Adults Associated with Improved Winter Sleep Quality.

Objective: We aimed to assess seasonal and age-related variations in sleep quality using Fitbit data and offer lifestyle recommendations for enhancing winter sleep quality. Methods: Fitbit sleep and activity data of 51 participants randomly recruited from members of the Association for Research in Supporting System of Chronic Disease, a nonprofit organization in the Yamanashi Prefecture of Japan, were collected and retrospectively analyzed from July to December 2022. Sleep stage targets were set at 10% to 25% for deep sleep, 50% to 60% for shallow sleep, and 20% to 25% for REM sleep. Participants were categorized into improved, unchanged, and worsened groups based on sleep stage unit changes between August and December. Results: The median (interquartile range) age was 71 (68-74) years old. There were eight participants in the improved group, 23 in the unchanged group, and nine in the worsened group. The improved group showed significantly more steps (990 ± 1,102 steps/day, p = .039) in December than in August, while the worsened group showed fewer steps (-507 ± 1,638 steps/day, p = .38). Conclusion: Increasing step count in winter may improve sleep quality, as assessed by sleep stage. Further research considering potential confounders and factors affecting winter sleep is needed to support and extend these findings.

Awareness of issues in research and educational activities and expectations for young researchers' activities and supporting

To understand the actual situation and needs of young researchers and to provide reference for the management of Young Researchers Association (YRA) and the Japanese Society for Hygiene activities in the future. An Internet survey was conducted on 67 members registered in YRA of the Japanese Society for Hygiene. The questions included those on basic information, research content and impressions about the activities of the society. Although members of YRA differ in backgrounds, research method used, and years of research experience, the respondents rated the organization as highly useful and participated continuously. In particular, they considered that participation in the planning of academic conferences and summer gatherings of YRA not only helped improve interpersonal relationships and expertise, but also provided opportunities to consult regarding educational activities and collect information. Regarding the format of conferences, it was shown that the majority of requests were for a hybrid format. It was also shown that most of the respondents expected opportunities for collaboration and joint research through participation in YRA. Through YRA, we would like to contribute to the further revitalization of young researchers and the Japanese Society for Hygiene by understanding and responding to the needs of diverse young researchers.

System Resilience of a Liquid Hydrogen Terminal During Loading and Unloading Operations

Hydrogen technologies are playing an increasing role in transportation and industry. Key for taking maximum advantage out of the great gravimetric energy density of hydrogen are feasible and safe storage and transfer concepts. For the successful implementation of a hydrogen-based society with several green industrial initiatives, it is indispensable to develop an infrastructure of liquid hydrogen (LH2) terminals and tanker ships with the capability to bunker LH2. Liquid hydrogen might be used to store and transport large quantities of hydrogen. LH2 is a cryogenic fluid, so double-walled vacuum insulated tanks are required to keep it cold for long periods of time until further distribution or use. Whether transportation sector or industry, to date there is little knowledge on safety related issues available. Main concern when handling hydrogen are accidental releases that can lead to integrity damage on materials and structures, fires, and explosions. Assuming that LH2 infrastructures will be widely deployed and in use all over the globe, accidents are possible to occur during loading and unloading of LH2 bunkering facilities. Therefore, it is necessary to conduct a detailed risk assessment that focuses on system resilience to improve the capabilities of the facility to keep its functionality up when errors occur. This study refers to the LH2 storage tank installed in the LH2 terminal in Kobe, Japan. This stationary storage tank is an essential element of the terminal that was constructed by the Hydrogen Energy Supply Chain Technology Research Association (HySTRA). HySTRA aims at the distribution of hydrogen in liquified form by ship from Australia to Japan. To date, there is only little data available regarding the facility in Kobe. Nevertheless, due to the novelty of the technology the risk for accidents to occur might be higher than in conventional fuel distribution terminals. Accidents might happen due to technical failures, human errors, or external causes such as natural events. The consequences could be catastrophic. Some of these may expose structures and personnel to extreme low temperatures, fires, and explosions which may hinder bunkering operations of the facility in Kobe. This study gives an overview on possible scenarios that lead to loss of containment and provides an insight in the process of evaluating system resilience during such a scenario. This work details with a framework for assessing system resilience applied to LH2 storage facilities. The system resilience calculation involves the examination of a critical hydrogen accident database and provides suitable preventive and mitigative safety barriers.

Interpreting and Judging Petrarch's “Canzoniere” in Early Modern Italy. Maiko Favaro, ed. Cambridge: Modern Humanities Research Association, 2021. xiv + 178 pp. $115.

Interpreting and Judging Petrarch's “Canzoniere” in Early Modern Italy. Maiko Favaro, ed. Cambridge: Modern Humanities Research Association, 2021. xiv + 178 pp. $115.

Effects of low-vision rehabilitation on reading speed and depression in age-related macular degeneration: A systematic review and meta-analysis

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a prevalent eye disease, which can lead to vision loss, impacting daily functioning. This study aimed to evaluate the effect of low-vision rehabilitation techniques such as magnifiers, telescopes, and microperimeter feedback, on improving reading speed and reducing depression in AMD patients. This study is a systematic review and meta-analysis. A systematic search of databases MEDLINE (OVID), EMBASE (OVID), and CINHAL (EBSCO), gray literature including ClinicalTrials.gov and ProQuest Dissertations and Theses Global (ProQuest), Conferences of The Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology, American Academy of Ophthalmology, and Canadian Ophthalmological Society were done from inception to 27 July 2022. Fixed-effect and random-effect models were applied to account for heterogeneity between studies. Publication bias was checked through funnel plots. A total of 33 studies (2611 subjects) were included;14 studies were included in the meta-analysis (1123 subjects) and 19 were included in the qualitative analysis. We found a non-significant increase in reading speed (effect size [ES] = 0.02, 95% confidence interval [CI] = [−0.18, 0.23]) for studies comparing patients who received no low-vision rehabilitation, versus the intervention group of AMD patients who received low-vision rehabilitation. We also found a significant decrease in reading speed (ES = −0.92, 95% CI = [−1.46, −0.39]) between studies evaluating the difference in reading speed at baseline visits compared to the follow-up visits in AMD patients who received low-vision rehabilitation. Low-vision rehabilitation was also found to result in a decrease in depression severity when compared to control groups, as well as from initial assessment to subsequent follow-up visits. Individuals with AMD who engaged in low-vision rehabilitation demonstrated improved reading speeds compared to their own baseline and to those who did not receive any interventions. Furthermore, these interventions also contributed to a reduction in symptoms of depression.