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Collaboration between the National Institute of Health Somalia and the Public Health Agency of Sweden

Abstract Public Health Agency Sweden (PHAS) has been funded by Sida to provide support and assist in capacity building of the National Institute of Health (NIH) Somalia for six years (2019-2025). The PHAS work closely with the Federal Ministry of Health Somalia, Member States and partners like WHO Somalia, Africa CDC and academic institutions to establish NIHS as an institution that can be sustained and grow over time, and that can contribute to the public health and health system infrastructure of Somalia. Main areas of collaboration 2019-2023 have been technical support to the joint taskforce on Integrated Disease Surveillance and Response (IDSR); supporting basic level field epidemiology training to front line health care workers; organizing workshops in data analyses, visualisation and reporting together with SPIDER/Stockholm University and Statistics Sweden. Building research capacity has included organizing a digital workshop: Reconstructing public health institutions in Somalia at the16th World Congress on Public Health 2020, Rome, Italy and support to the 1st NIH Research Conference 30 January - 1 February 2022 in Garowe, Puntland: “Laying the Foundation for Health Research in Somalia”. The hybrid conference attracted more than 180 participants from different universities. The tentative plan for the remaining project period include recruiting two Somali-speaking public health experts to develop the human resources and institutional capacities in order for NIH to become a centre of excellence for public health in Somalia. The main focus area for the remaining project period is supporting the development of the disease surveillance system including methods for analysis and reporting data. Research capacity workshops will be organized and supported, as well as a 2nd NIH Research Conference in 2024. Another important task is resource mobilization for long-term sustainability and coordination with other stakeholders. Key messages • Supporting the development of the disease surveillance system including analytical skills and reporting of data is key. • Coordination with other stakeholders and resource mobilization for long-term sustainability is essential.

Sixth Annual Mediclinic Middle East Research Conference.

Sixth Annual Mediclinic Middle East Research Conference.

Brain connectivity-guided, Optimised theta burst transcranial magnetic stimulation to improve Central Pain Modulation in knee Osteoarthritis Pain (BoostCPM): protocol of a pilot randomised clinical trial in a secondary care setting in the UK

IntroductionChronic pain is a common health problem that is not efficiently managed by standard analgesic treatments. There is evidence that treatment resistance may result from maladaptive brain changes in areas...

Tenth Anniversary of the Audiovisual Translation Study Programme: The Commemoration of a Decade of Work

This review focuses on the celebration of the tenth anniversary of the Audiovisual Translation study programme that took place at Vilnius University Kaunas Faculty. TELL ME MORE: Translation Conference for Students and Early Career Researchers took place on April 25, 2023, and on the following day, April 26, 2023, the tenth anniversary of the Audiovisual Translation study programme was commemorated. In the article, the work carried out over the decade, the scientific publications and conferences organised, the changes in the study programme, the dynamics of the graduates, and the contribution of the social partners to the development and improvement of the Audiovisual Translation study programme were presented.

All-Russian research and practical conference with international participation «Problems of ensuring individual rights and freedoms in the process of proof in a criminal case, dedicated to the anniversary of Doctor of Laws, Professor Valentina Aleksandrovna Lazareva»

21–22 апреля 2023 г. в Самарском университете состоялась организованная кафедрой уголовного процесса и криминалистики юридического института Всероссийская научно-практическая конференция с международным участием «Проблемы обеспечения прав и свобод личности в процессе доказывания по уголовному делу», посвященная юбилею доктора юридических наук, профессора Валентины Александровны Лазаревой. Конференция имела успех в профессиональном сообществе России и зарубежных стран не случайно, в первую очередь благодаря масштабу личности юбиляра, ее выдающемуся вкладу в уголовно-процессуальную науку и активной педагогической деятельности.

Supplementary: 12th National Paediatric Research Conference

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Functional informality: crafting social interaction toward scientific productivity at the Gordon Research Conferences, 1950-1980.

In the early and mid-twentieth century, scientific conferences were a popular tool to establish communication between scientists. Organisational efforts, research and funds were spent defining what makes a productive and successful scientific gathering. A unique example of this was the monitoring and evaluation system of the Gordon Research Conferences (GRCs), which conceptualized informal communication in small, specialized meetings as the best method of advancing cutting-edge research. Studying the detailed monitoring reports of the sessions and the evaluation forms filled by the participants, this paper explores how a concrete format of scientific knowledge production and identity formation was created and reproduced. The normative assessment of the participants' interactions is examined in the contexts of (a) their professional affiliations, (b) the conference presentations and discussions and (c) activities related to play. The study of the GRCs exemplifies how scientists actively conceptualised characteristics like academic affiliation, manners, leisure practices and social categories such as gender as ways to understand, describe and measure how knowledge is best produced and transmitted, turning the conferences into a fertile ground for meta-scientific reflections.

Perspectives on a virtual student-led research conference in ophthalmology.

We share our experience of organizing a one-day virtual educational event, the first Canadian national student ophthalmology conference, in response to the need for ophthalmology career exploration. The conference included mentorship with residents, research presentations, keynote speakers, and more. Following the event, students expressed some improvement in accessing ophthalmology mentorship and research opportunities, along with a modest enhancement in their understanding of the specialty. We provide insights into the organizational framework and quality improvement results, aiming to assist students in adapting similar events for various specialities.

Ultrasonic testing for metal additive manufacturing: Experience with new course development

Metal additive manufacturing (AM) has brought about the need for nondestructive evaluation (NDE) methods to assess part quality. AM processes result in complex microstructures, porosity, material texture, and residual stresses all of which may vary spatially throughout the part. Thus, knowledge of ultrasonic NDE methods to characterize materials is relevant to the AM community. To address this challenge, a new graduate-level course entitled “Ultrasound for Metal Additive Manufacturing,” was created at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. The course followed a cognitive-situative blended learning approach to give students practical ultrasonics training regardless of prior acoustics background. The theory introduced key topics including: the general wave equation, plane wave solutions, waves in isotropic solids, impact of material anisotropy, role of material interfaces, reflection and transmission, surface waves, scattering, dispersion, material dissipation, and scattering attenuation. A series of laboratory experiments allowed students to learn: experimental setups, signal processing, transducer properties and selection, beam mapping, wave speed and attenuation measurements, and diffuse-field measurements. Finally, each student developed a project incorporating ultrasound measurements into their individual AM research. Their findings were included in research articles, conference presentations, and PhD dissertations. This presentation will describe the course design, successes, and recommendations for future implementations.

On judging and being judged

This report is an edited transcript of a speech Livi Michael gave as keynote speaker at the European Network for Short Fiction Research (ENSFR) conference in Lisbon 2022. She argues that despite the need to support and promote short fiction, corporate, commercial publishing is not the best way forward. Short fiction needs to retain its links to the independent sector, and to the academy, where different values apply. Corporate publishing necessarily relies on marketing and commercial success, whereas independent publishers, and researchers, continue to value excellence and virtuosity. She also argues that greatness in fiction is mainly to be found in the short form, and that, while it has become a politically compromised, overused term, ‘greatness’ it is still a useful concept for writers and researchers who are driven by what inspires them and it should therefore be reclaimed. Writers and researchers are regularly involved in judging short fiction, and while judgement of any kind should be interrogated, the ideal of greatness is more appropriate as a standard for the short form than commercial success.

Connecting Young Minds (CYM) 2023 Undergraduate Research Conference: 5-Minute Scientific Research Presentations

Connecting Young Minds (CYM) 2023 Undergraduate Research Conference: 5-Minute Scientific Research Presentations

Decolonising the internet: an introduction to the #AoIR2022 special issue

ABSTRACT This paper introduces the ‘Decolonising the Internet’ themed special issue which includes research presented at the 23rd annual Association of Internet Researchers (AoIR) conference (2022). The conference theme centred on decolonisation, highlighting the persistence of colonial practices but also the resistance they generate. Focusing on the internet as entailing colonial appropriations, reproducing inequalities, and foreclosing alternative ways of being, the conference theme asked participants to consider not only the ways in which the internet walks on the path forged by colonialism, but also how research practices are implicated in reinforcing the same exploitative patterns. This special issue includes seven papers that cover new and innovative approaches to studying decolonising the internet, including contexts related to LGBTQIA + digital spaces, neighbourhood and local surveillance, data colonialism, misinformation and conspiracies, and inclusion and access problems for Indigenous peoples. The papers in this issue also focus on various geographic locations in the Global South, including Africa, South America, and the Asia Pacific.

Cardiovascular risk factors in coeliac disease (ARCTIC): a protocol of multicentre series of studies

IntroductionThere is only limited and controversial information available on the cardiovascular (CV) risk in coeliac disease (CD). In this study, we plan to investigate the body composition and CV risk-related...

Protocol for a 2-year longitudinal study of eating disturbances, mental health problems and overuse injuries in rock climbers (CLIMB)

IntroductionRock climbing is a rapidly growing sport in which performance may be affected by participant’s weight and leanness, and there may be pressure on athletes with respect to their eating...

Artificial intelligence in Physics Education: a comprehensive literature review

This paper presents a comprehensive literature review on the application of artificial intelligence (AI) in physics education. The study aims to explore the fundamental concepts of AI, its diverse applications in physics learning, and the benefits and challenges associated with its implementation. Through a systematic search of academic databases, a collection of relevant research articles, journals, conference papers, and books related to AI in physics education was obtained. The selected studies were analyzed and synthesized to develop a coherent framework for understanding the various ways AI is utilized in physics education, such as concept introduction, individualization, social interaction, and assessment. The findings underscore the positive impact of AI on enhancing conceptual understanding, providing personalized instruction, promoting social interaction, and improving assessment methods. However, challenges in terms of technical infrastructure, teacher training, data privacy, and ethical considerations were also identified. The paper concludes with recommendations for future research, addressing these challenges, and fostering effective implementation of AI technologies in physics education. This review provides valuable insights for educators, researchers, policymakers, and stakeholders seeking to leverage AI’s potential to revolutionize physics education.

Cybersecurity and Artificial Intelligence Applications: A Bibliometric Analysis Based on Scopus Database

The intersection of Cybersecurity and AI has garnered increasing attention in recent years due to the growing importance of securing digital assets in an interconnected world. This bibliometric analysis aims to provide valuable insights into the research trends and developments within this interdisciplinary domain. Using data extracted from the Scopus database, a total of 501 papers were selected and analyzed to uncover key patterns and themes. The methodology involved conducting a comprehensive literature search using specific keywords related to Cybersecurity and AI applications. The initial search yielded 736 papers, which were subsequently filtered to include research articles, conference papers, editorial papers, and review papers, resulting in the final dataset of 501 papers. The analysis of publication trends revealed a remarkable surge in research output since 2015, indicating the escalating interest in this field. Collaboration patterns among researchers and institutions were analyzed through co-authorship networks, highlighting a well-connected research community that fosters knowledge exchange. Keyword analysis exposed common areas of application, such as network security, deep learning, and the Internet of Things, underscoring the importance of AI technologies in enhancing Cybersecurity measures. Furthermore, examination of the most cited documents showcased influential contributions that have shaped the trajectory of Cybersecurity and AI research. The study emphasizes the significance of Cybersecurity and AI applications research, considering the ever-increasing reliance on technology in various aspects of modern life. By integrating AI technologies, Cybersecurity measures can be fortified with automated threat detection, adaptive defense mechanisms, and proactive risk mitigation, thereby bolstering overall cybersecurity resilience. The findings of this bibliometric analysis have several implications for researchers and policymakers. Researchers can leverage the identified trends and gaps to explore new research directions and potential collaborations. Policymakers can utilize these insights to make informed decisions regarding resource allocation for research initiatives aimed at addressing emerging Cybersecurity challenges. This bibliometric analysis provides a comprehensive overview of the evolving landscape of Cybersecurity and AI applications research. It underscores the growing importance of this interdisciplinary field and its potential to reshape the future of cybersecurity. As technology continues to advance, the integration of AI in Cybersecurity will play a pivotal role in safeguarding digital assets and ensuring the secure functioning of critical systems in an increasingly interconnected world.

Sociomaterial perspective as applied in interprofessional education and collaborative practice: a scoping review

Learning and working together towards better health outcomes today have become more complex requiring an investigation on how interprofessional education (IPE) and interprofessional collaboration (IPC) practices could be sustained and further developed. Through a sociomaterial perspective, we can better understand IPE and IPC practices by foregrounding the material aspect of learning and working together and examining its relationship with humans and their interactions. This article aimed to examine existing literature that discusses the application of sociomaterial perspectives in IPE and IPC. A scoping review was conducted following Arksey and O’Malley’s framework to explore the extent within the current body of knowledge that discuss how sociomaterial perspective is applied in IPE and IPC practices. A systematic database search was performed in September 2021 to retrieve literature published from 2007 onwards, with forty-three papers meeting the inclusion criteria. These papers included research articles, book chapters, conference papers and commentaries, with the majority originating from Europe. The thematic analysis revealed the following themes: (1) power as a sociomaterial entity shaping IPE and IPC; (2) inclusion of non-health professionals in reimagining IPE and IPC practices, and (3) the critical understanding of sociomateriality. The findings suggest that a sociomaterial perspective can allow for the reimagination of the contemporary and future practices of interprofessionalism.

Resonance Raman spectra of blue copper proteins: Variable temperature spectra of Thermus thermophilus HB27 laccase

The resonance Raman (rR) spectra of the oxidized type 1 copper active site (CuT1) in Thermus thermophilus HB27 laccase (Tth-lac) has been determined in the 20 to 80 °C temperature range using 633-nm excitation. The positions and relative intensities of rR peaks are virtually independent of temperature, indicating that CuT1 ligation is robust over the investigated range. The intensity-weighted average of Tth-lac Cu-SCys vibrations (<ν(Cu-SCys)>) = 423 cm−1) is higher than those of most cupredoxins but is comparable to those of other multicopper oxidases (MCOs). <ν(Cu-SCys)> values for Tth-lac and several CuT1 centers in cupredoxins and MCOs do not correlate well with Cu-SCys bond lengths but do exhibit systematic trends with redox thermodynamic properties. PrologueF. Ann Walker was a great scholar and dear friend. While at Columbia in the early 1960s, I (HBG) followed her graduate work at Brown on the effects of axial ligands on vanadyl ion EPR spectra. Dick Carlin, her thesis adviser, invited me to serve as external member of her thesis committee. I joined, made my way to Providence, met her just before the exam, and greatly admired (enjoyed!) her thoughtful responses to questions from physical chemists about metal-oxo electronic structures. Our friendship grew stronger over the years, enhanced by lively discussions of heme protein chemistry in San Francisco, Pasadena, Tucson, and at Gordon Research Conferences. Ann was a superstar in biological inorganic chemistry. She will be sorely missed but not forgotten.

Abstracts of the Australasian Association for Academic Primary Care (AAAPC) Annual Research Conference, 17–18 August 2023

Abstracts of the Australasian Association for Academic Primary Care (AAAPC) Annual Research Conference, 17–18 August 2023

Forming Policy Intellectuals in the Asia Pacific and Africa: Communication Policy Research South, 2006–2018

ABSTRACT Knowledgeable and motivated policy intellectuals are needed for effective information and communication technology policy and regulation. This article describes a Telecommunication Policy Research Conference (TPRC)–influenced conference and training program intended to develop such policy intellectuals in the Asia Pacific and Africa, which began in 2006 and ended in 2018. It was unique in emphasizing the development of junior scholars. Evidence of research and policy engagement from tracer surveys is presented. The causes of the brevity of CPRsouth’s existence are analyzed in relation to EuroCPR and TPRC using a model of knowledge network evolution, including the role of external “subsidies” and the mismatch between potential funders and the scope of the activity.