Round Table Research Articles

Ten missteps in the management of inflammatory bowel disease in Asia: An expert report by the Asian Pacific Association of Gastroenterology Working Group on Inflammatory Bowel Disease.

Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is rapidly emerging in the Asia Pacific region. However, there are many challenges in the diagnosis and management of this condition. The Asian Pacific Association of Gastroenterology (APAGE) Working Group on IBD conducted a round table meeting to identify 10 common mistakes in the management of IBD in Asia. To summarize, many physicians still over rely on a definitive histological diagnosis before starting treatment and do not fully establish disease extent such as perianal and proximal gastrointestinal involvement in Crohn's disease (CD) or extent of involvement in ulcerative colitis (UC). It is also essential to actively look for evidence of extra-intestinal manifestations, which may influence choice of therapy. In terms of conventional therapy, underuse of topical 5 aminosalicylates (5-ASAs) in UC and inappropriate dosing of corticosteroids are also important considerations. Acute severe UC remains a life-threatening condition and delay in starting rescue therapy after inadequate response to intravenous steroids is still common. Anti-tumor necrosis factors should be considered first line in all cases of complex perianal fistulizing CD. Most patients with IBD are on potent immunosuppressive therapy and should be screened for latent infections and offered vaccinations according to guidelines. Under-recognition and management of significant complications such as anemia, osteoporosis, malnutrition, and thromboembolism should also be addressed. Colonoscopy is still not properly performed for dysplasia/cancer surveillance and for evaluating post-op recurrence of CD. Another common misstep is inappropriate withdrawal of medications during pregnancy leading to increased complications for the mother and the newborn.

The workshops on computational applications in secondary metabolite discovery (CAiSMD)

Abstract We report the outcomes of the second session of the free online open-access workshop “Computational Applications in Secondary Metabolite Discovery (CAiSMD) 2022” that took place from 09 to 11 March 2022. The first session was held from 08 to 10 March 2021 and drew the attention of many early career scientists from academia and industry. The 23 invited speakers of this year’s workshop also came from academia and industry and 222 registered participants from five continents (Africa, Asia, Europe, South, and North America) took part in the workshop. The workshop highlighted the potential applications of computational methodologies in the search for secondary metabolites or natural products as drug candidates and drug leads. For three days, the participants of this online workshop discussed modern computer-based approaches for exploring NP discovery in the “omics” age. The invited experts gave keynote lectures, trained participants in hands-on sessions, and held round table discussions. These were followed by oral presentations during which much interaction between the speakers and the audience was observed. Selected applicants (early-career scientists) were offered the opportunity to give oral presentations (15 min) upon submission of an abstract. The final program available on the workshop website (https://indiayouth.info/index.php/caismd) comprised three keynote lectures, 14 oral presentations, two round table discussions, and four hands-on sessions. This meeting report also references internet resources for computational biology around secondary metabolites that are of use outside of the workshop areas and will constitute a long-term valuable source for the community.

Schools history representation through the preservation of educational everyday life artifacts through the process of renovation and construction of school buildings

Introduction. The relevance of the problem of studying and preserving artifacts of educational everyday life of school buildings is due to large-scale renovation and construction of educational infrastructure in Russia. Frequently, during renovation, along with the old walls, historical artifacts of everyday educational life irrevocably go into the past, and the history of the school itself disappears with its established traditions, events and ways of life. In this regard, it is very important to preserve and integrate historical artifacts of everyday school life into new school interiors, which makes it possible to create a comfortable and emotionally safe educational environment for students without losing the historical school identity. The purpose of the research is to identify approaches to representing the history of a school through the preservation of artifacts of educational everyday life in the process of renovation and construction of new school buildings. Materials and methods. Systemic and environmental approaches were used to determine the significance of the problem of preserving and representing artifacts of educational everyday life in the process of renovation of outdated funds and new construction of school buildings to maintain the emotional connection of modern students with the historical heritage of the school, its traditions, way of life, and identity. The research methods determined: analysis of theoretical sources and existing practices of working with artifacts during major repairs and construction of schools, in-depth interviews with representatives of the administration of educational organizations, photographic fixation of artifacts available in educational organizations, expert discussions at round tables and seminars at events of various levels. Results. Based on the data obtained as a result of the conducted research, five approaches to the preservation and representation of their history by educational organizations have been identified, namely: the building is considered as an artifact of a certain historical period, there is a partial preservation of interior artifacts of the past, new artifacts are being developed, a museum of artifacts of educational everyday life is being created, artifacts are used in the educational process. Conclusion. The implementation of the research results will allow us to develop new action algorithms in the renovation and design of schools, taking into account their cultural and historical heritage through the preservation of artifacts of educational everyday life and their careful inclusion in modern and updated interiors.

Community adaptation to climate-related flooding in Saskatchewan

Sustainable Development Goal 13 advances planning and resilience particularly germane for communities at the forefront of exposure to climate impacts. With the increasing intensity and frequency of climate impacts, including flood, assessing the state of preparedness of communities through review of their policies, is increasingly important. This research used a mixed methods approach to develop community resilience indicators (based on planning for extreme flood events) supplemented by two round tables and six focus groups with community leaders in Saskatchewan.Several Saskatchewan communities were identified as exposed to extreme rainfall events as well as inundation from surrounding rivers and water bodies. Focus group and roundtable participants confirmed that flood events were becoming more frequent in recent years. Cities generally scored higher in resilience, however, some northern communities also scored high. Experience of floods wasn't a necessary prerequisite of flood planning as several communities had robust plans without historical flood experience. Communities that had experienced previous flood events scored higher on indicators of flood preparedness resilience. Two communities that had never experienced floods had high indicators, providing evidence that demonstrated coping capacity is not a necessary precondition of resilience.Explanations for failure to plan included inability to address contributing farming practices, the high cost of infrastructure, climate change denial within communities, and downplaying adaptation to climate change because of its high price tag. A generational divide was identified as concerning, and especially counterproductive to the attraction of young people to rural and remote communities. Solutions identified included expanding partnerships, sharing services within a wider regional community, and supporting capacity and leadership for this. While this research suffers from limitations relating to data availability, more research on why some communities have not yet planned for floods (even though they have experienced them) and a greater geography of study would be beneficial.

Perspectives of Perceived Organizational Support (POS) Theory Towards Individual Happiness

Introduction: Organizations must take a proactive stance when it comes to their workers' welfare and well-being to demonstrate their best commitment in this regard.   Objective: This paper presents the descriptive data of organizational factors that contribute to staff happiness in one of the Malaysian Technical University Network (MTUN) clusters in Malaysia.   Methods: This study was conducted at one of the Malaysian Technical University Network (MTUN) clusters in Malaysia. It involved 20 respondents comprising academicians who had served more than 11 years. The session at the Round Table Discussion was organized to discuss the issues that were highlighted in the survey data.   Results and Conclusion: Analysis showed that the personal economy and personal appreciation dimension were among the highest contributors in determining employee happiness, followed by a support system, workstation environment, and trust. Furthermore, the discussion is related to the general aspect of Perceived Organizational Support Theory which supports the data analysis on individual happiness aspect in the institution of higher education.    Originality/Value: By emphasizing the role of factors such as support systems, workstation environment, and trust in determining employee happiness, the study provides valuable insights into the broader dynamics of the workplace. Understanding how these factors influence employee satisfaction can inform strategies for improving organizational culture and employee engagement. Hence, this finding is related to Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 3: Good Health and Well-being because it focuses on individual happiness, which is closely tied to mental well-being and overall health, both of which are central to SDG 3.

Empowering Librarians Worldwide

This paper details the analytical process and presents recommendations for the enhancement of the International Librarians Networking Program (ILNP), informed by participant feedback. The work was done as part of the 2023 American Library Association’s (ALA) Emerging Leaders program. The recommendations span four critical dimensions: communication enhancement, application process revision, poster project refinement, and the establishment of an alumni group. These proposed enhancements aim to effectively address the challenges articulated by ILNP participants, elevate the program’s overall quality, and align it with the overarching objectives of the International Relations Round Table (IRRT). IRRT’s mission revolves around empowering librarians worldwide through networking and the exchange of professional knowledge, making these proposed improvements integral to realizing this mission.

Pragmatic co-design methodology: a tale of university and retirement village friendship

ABSTRACT Co-authored by academic staff and older adult community members, this paper reports on an incidental and pragmatic co-design model grounded in a round table friendship-informed approach. Interdisciplinary academics met with residents of a proximate retirement community, sharing open discussions with no agenda, including improving engagement between the two communities. The ensuing co-designed programme of outreach activities was of myriad mutual benefits: the retirement community benefited through opportunities for meaningful engagement via inter-generational knowledge-sharing, social connection, and access to expertise and equipment, whilst the University benefited across Learning and Teaching, Research, Engagement, and Commercialisation sectors. This pragmatic co-design approach described resulted in equitable contributions to knowledge generation, exchange, and translation in an interdirectional way. We argue that future research can adopt such an approach, exhibiting potential across all forms of community engaged research.

Круглый стол «От психологии игры к психологии учения: научная школа Д.Б. и Б.Д. Элькониных»

<p>Review of the round table on the topic "From the psychology of play to the psychology of teaching: the scientific school of D.B. and B.D. Elkonin", dedicated to the 120th anniversary of the birth of D.B. Elkonin, which took place on February 29, 2024 at the Moscow State Psychological and Pedagogical University. Pedagogical University. The state of the Elkonin scientific school is reflected both from a historical point of view and from the point of view of new approaches developed within its framework recently, and related research perspectives. The participants agreed that the scientific school of D.B. Elkonin - B.D. Elkonin sets a fundamental trend in the development of cultural and historical psychology in the first third of the XXI century.</p>

Review on the materials of a comprehensive study of pedagogical activity in the context of innovative changes

A review of the materials of a comprehensive study of the factors of successful teaching activity during the period of reform and modernization of Russian education is presented. At a round table meeting dedicated to the twentieth anniversary of scientific heritage of the Department of Theory and Methods of Vocational Education, Samara National Research University (February 28, 2024), its results were discussed. Theoretical significance of the results for the development of pedagogical science is noted, the patterns of which serve as the basis for determining means of solving pressing problems for the development of modern education in Russia. The authors pay special attention to the practical significance of scientific materials containing evidence of the implementation of the developed didactic systems in educational institutions by participants in a comprehensive study.

Report and Abstracts of the 20th Meeting of IIM, the Interuniversity Institute of Myology: Assisi, October 12-15, 2023.

The 2023 represented a milestone for the Interuniversity Institute of Myology (IIM) since it marked twenty years of IIM activity joined with the 20th annual meeting organized by the association. The 20th IIM meeting took place in the fascinating town of Assisi, in the heart of central Italy, from 12 to 15 October. The commemorative 20th edition of the meeting represented a success in terms of participation and contributions as it brought together 160 myologists, clinicians, pharmaceutical companies, and patient organization representatives from Italy, several European countries (especially France), the United Kingdom, Brazil, and the USA. Four main scientific sessions hosted 36 oral communications and 54 always-on-display posters reporting original and unpublished results. Four main lectures from internationally renowned invited speakers and talks from delegates of the Societé Française de Myologie gave particular interest and emphasis to the scientific discussion. In line with the traditional policy of the IIM to encourage the participation of young researchers, about 50% of the attendees were under 35 years old. Moreover, the 20th IIM meeting was part of the high-training course in "Advanced Myology Update 2023", reserved to young trainees and managed by the University of Perugia (Italy) in collaboration with the IIM. In addition to the meeting scientific sessions, the 29 attendees to the course had a dedicated round table and dedicated lessons with the IIM invited speakers as teachers. Awards for the best talk, best poster blitz, and best poster have been conferred to young attendees, who became part of the IIM Young Committee, involved in the scientific organization of the IIM meetings. To celebrate the 20th IIM anniversary, a special free-access educational convention on "Causes and mechanisms of muscle atrophy. From terrestrial disuse to Space flights" has been organized, in which IIM experts in the field have illustrated the current knowledge about the muscle atrophy process in several atrophying conditions, and the former Italian astronaut, Paolo Nespoli shared his incredible experience in Space fascinating the large audience attending both in presence and online live stream. The meeting was characterized by a vibrant, friendly, and inclusive atmosphere, and stimulated discussion on emerging areas of muscle research, fostering international collaborations, and confirming the IIM meeting as an ideal venue to discuss around muscle development, function, and diseases pointing to the development of efficacious therapeutic strategies. Here, the abstracts of the meeting illustrate the most recent results on basic, translational, and clinical research in the myology field. Some abstracts are missing as per authors' decision due to the patentability of the results.

John Paul II and Opposition Activities in Soviet Bloc Countries

The purpose of this article is to present the role of Pope John Paul II in the overthrow of the Communist system in Central Europe based primarily on the scientific literature on the subject and the published documents. The author’s attention is focused, for obvious reasons, on Poland, as well as on neighbouring countries with a significant number of Catholics within their borders: Czechoslovakia, Hungary and the Republic of Lithuania within the Soviet Union. John Paul II’s visit to the People’s Republic of Poland on 2–10 June 1979 went down in history as “nine days that changed the world”. The pilgrimage was the catalyst for changes in social awareness in Poland, leading to the creation of Solidarity in 1980. In the following years, the pope sustained the spirit of resistance in Polish society during the harsh period of martial law and beyond. Under his inspiration, the church played a mediating role in the 1989 Round Table talks between the authorities and the opposition. The election of Karol Wojtyła, a cardinal from a neighbouring country, and the subsequent activities of the new pope had a profound impact on the revival of the religious life of Catholics in Czechoslovakia and Lithuania. Breaking the barrier of fear resulted in more substantial involvement of Catholics in opposition activities. The revival of the Church in Hungary was less successful, but the personality and teaching of John Paul II encouraged Catholics in that country, too, in opposition activities against the Communist regime.

Теория и практика этнопсихологии: 20 лет в российском контексте

<p style="text-align: justify;">The article presents a report on the work of the international scientific and practical conference “Ethnopsychology: Theory and Practice”, which took place on November 16-17, 2023 in Moscow and was dedicated to the 20th anniversary of the Department of Cross-Cultural Psychology and Psychological Problems of Multicultural Education, Faculty of Social Psychology, Moscow State University of Psychology & Education. The content of plenary and sectional sessions, master classes and round tables is reflected. The range of questions and problems raised during the conference reflects the current issues of Russian cross-cultural psychological research.</p>

Sustainable Safety and Environmental Protection Technologies in Oil and Gas Industry

Aim: This paper examines the concepts of oil and gas production, effects of the operations on the environment and relevant environmental protection technologies to make the industry a sustainable one. Problem Statement: Reports show environmental pollution and ecosystem disruption emanating from oil and gas operations which are majorly exploration, production and distribution to end-users. This makes the environment to be unhealthy for living and causes breakage in food chain. Significance of Study: High relevance of oil and gas industry to the economic growth of a Nation has made it imperative to critically address the adverse effects attributed to the                            operations involved. Tackling the accorded problems via current environmental protection technologies will prevent operational accidents and minimize environmental pollution.                            With this, lives are protected, environment is kept safe, and the industry is enhanced for future sustainability. Discussions: The upstream, midstream and downstream operations that make up the oil and gas value chain were discussed. The philosophy of sustainability and sustainable development as pertained to environmental pollution and disruption of ecosystem by the operations of oil and gas industries were discussed. Reasons why round table talk should be conducted from time to time by all stakeholders as related to environmental sustainability of Oil and Gas industries in years to come were discussed. The adopted technologies to ensure there is safety and environmental protections were stated within. Conclusion: In conclusion, there is need for further research on effective technologies to improve the existing ones in terms of making safety and environmental protection from oil and gas industry a sustainable one.

Qualitative Research Approaches in Assessing Challenges During the Pandemic Covid-19

A prosperous family refers to a situation in which a family has adequate access to the physical, economic, social and health resources needed to meet basic needs and improve the quality of life. This article discusses the findings from qualitative data on the new normal life among Malaysians after the COVID-19 pandemic. The methodology used is in line with the objective of building a New Norm Life Model after the COVID-19 pandemic. Round table discussion which involved representatives from several ministries like Ministry of Energy, Science, Technology and Innovation, the Ministry of Education Malaysia, the Ministry of Digital Communications Malaysia, the Ministry of Finance Malaysia, and the Ministry of Health Malaysia. As a result, the government can come out with a better strategy and respond to future public health threats by streamlining physical and digital infrastructure and an adequate and efficient workforce. The government plays a significant role in creating an environment that supports the creation of a prosperous family through policies, social programs, and community empowerment.

Social processes in Modern Georgia: Is There any Potential for the Development of Russian-Georgian Cooperation?

The authors of the article, participants in the discussion “Georgia’s Communication Regime: Development Trends,” presented their views on social processes in modern Georgia. It is substantiated that the spiritual ties between Georgians and Russians are based on Orthodoxy and the mutual assistance that Russians and Georgians have provided to each other for centuries. The historical and cultural origins of Russian-Georgian relations are examined. The common historical past contributed to the interpenetration of cultures and traditions. However, under the influence of Western ideologies, a large part of modern Georgian youth has formed a different worldview. The authors of the article propose how to overcome the ideological gap through the implementation of cultural projects. Promising areas of cooperation between Russia and Georgia are considered in the absence of diplomatic relations and the anti-Russian position of the Georgian authorities. Youth communications and cooperation in the economy (primarily in agriculture) are also promising. The following risks of cooperation are considered: the unresolved issue of South Ossetia and Abkhazia, fluctuations of the political elites of Georgia, the chaotic nature of the Georgian economy, the role of anti-Russian position of Russians in Georgia, insufficient work with Georgian society on the Russian side and the need to activate the potential of the Georgian diaspora in Russia.The article was prepared based on the materials of the international round table “Georgia’s Communication Regime: Development Trends” (conducted by the National Research Institute for the Communications Development in December 2023).

Round-table Discussion “Around the EATA Handbook and Standards” with Boris Volodin and Elena Soboleva

This article contains a summary of the round table “Around the EATA Handbook and Standards” with the participation of Boris Volodin and Elena Soboleva, held on December 25, 2023. The main topic of discussion concerned the guidance from EATA and ITAA, and the topic of standards was also touched upon. In April 2023, changes were made to the guidelines, and this is what the speakers were talking about, telling in detail about the points that should be carefully considered. They also discussed the CTA exam, what has changed in the written exam, what is considered live supervision, and what are the current rules regarding online exams. In recent years, the world has undergone many changes that have affected everyone and our large global TA-community as well. In connection with this, there have been changes in the Handbook, it has not changed dramatically, especially the section about CTA, but these small changes need to be monitored, it is necessary to discuss with the supervisor. Also valuable was the discussion of the competence of professionals and understanding why everyone needs to familiarize themselves with the “EATA Training and Examination Handbook”. In 2025 there will be a World TA Conference from MATA and EATA, the meeting will be held in Montpellier (France). Participation in international conferences is mandatory for future certified professionals, it is also stated in the handbook.

528 Midwest Translational Science (MTS): Building a regional CTSA community

OBJECTIVES/GOALS: Our vision is to build community amongst the Midwest CTSAs, harnessing our collective expertise to collaborate on translational science challenges and meet the needs of our region. We aim to create opportunities to network, share ideas, brainstorm solutions, address translational science topics, and achieve a range of deliverables. METHODS/STUDY POPULATION: Three individuals from the Chicago CTSAs (NUCATs, CCTS, and ITM) had been networking for a year and desired to increase opportunities to collaborate amongst other CTSAs. We developed an initial vision for a new group that would extend across the region, and we invited the TIN POCs from 16 Midwest CTSAs to join. In September, 2022, the group was launched with 20 members from 12 CTSAs. We hosted 12 monthly meetings via Zoom to discuss various topics (i.e., staffing, career training, e-consent, research design, and recruitment tools) via round tables or presentations. We developed a Google Sites website with resources, a discussion forum, and a group calendar. We solicited feedback via survey and follow-up discussion (i.e., most valuable about the group and what can be improved). RESULTS/ANTICIPATED RESULTS: During the past year, our membership grew to more than 30 participants, representing 16 CTSAs in nine Midwest states (IL, IA, IN, MI, MN, MO, KT, OH, WI). We engaged a total of 45 individuals at our meetings, with an average of 11 participants per meeting. Our discussions were lively and stimulated additional conversations, requests for guidance, sharing resources, etc., beyond the meetings. Feedback from the group was overwhelmingly positive. Members found many aspects of the group to be valuable (i.e., learning initiatives, processes, and best practices at other CTSAs) and provided practical suggestions for improvement (i.e., themes across a quarter or year). Members expressed interest in additional collaborations such as subcommittees, papers, and other initiatives. DISCUSSION/SIGNIFICANCE: We created a regional CTSA community that is very enthusiastic to convene, share innovations developed at their CTSA hubs, and assist one other. Future directions include an in-person retreat in the spring. Our approach can serve as a potential roadmap for developing regional CTSA collaborative groups across the nation.

Expert recommendations for pancreatitis/pancreatic necrosis treatment after L-asparaginase in children with acute lymphoblastic leukemia

L-asparaginase is one of the most effective drugs in pediatric and adult acute lymphoblastic leukemia treatment. But drug side effects are an important problem. pancreatitis and pancreatic necrosis are not common (2–18 %) complication, but high chance of severe disease with fatal outcome make to bring in careful attention of pediatric oncologists-hematologists, surgeons, intensivists, radiologists. Recognizing multidisciplinary importance of this problem, at June 21st, 2023 at Morozov Children’s Clinical hospital a Round table on pancreatitis/pancreatic necrosis after L-asparaginase use was organized. This article presents expert recommendations from federal and regional clinics in diagnosis and treatment of such severe complication.

What We Do and What We Should Do Against Malnutrition in Spinal Cord Injury: A Position Paper From Italian Spinal Cord Injury Network Rehabilitation Centers.

Spinal cord injury (SCI) is a traumatic event that significantly impacts body composition and alters energy and nutritional needs. This places patients with SCI at a high risk of malnutrition, which can hinder optimal functional recovery, prolong hospital stays, increase hospital admissions, and contribute to the development of obesity and cardiovascular and metabolic ailments in chronic patients. Consequently, there is an urgent need for clear guidance to support clinicians in managing the nutritional needs of patients with SCI at different stages of the disease, including the acute (0 - 4 months after injury), post-acute (4 - 26 months after injury), and post-discharge phases. This study utilized a cross-sectional survey to assess the strategies employed in seven spinal units across Italy to address the nutritional needs of patients with SCI during the acute, post-acute, and post-discharge phases of the condition. Eight clinicians (five physiatrists, two internists, and one urologist) and one nurse participated in the survey. Following the survey completion, the participants were invited to partake in a round table session to delve deeper into the questionnaire results to gather their opinions and gain insights into clinical practices related to the various challenges surrounding the management of malnutrition in patients with SCI. We here review the available evidence on the energy needs and nutritional requirements of patients with SCI, highlighting the clinical aspects that deserve more attention throughout the distinct phases of the disease. We additionally provide an overview of the scenario regarding the management of malnutrition in patients with SCI across various spinal units in Italy. Through this comprehensive analysis, we aimed to enhance understanding and provide valuable insights for clinicians working with patients with SCI, equipping them with the knowledge and confidence to provide nutritional support to patients with SCI efficiently. By addressing the challenges of defining nutritional needs and presenting a practical guide, we aspire to contribute to the overall management and care of individuals with SCI and the prevention of malnutrition and its associated complications, thereby improving patient outcomes.

Round Table “Masters Students 2024: Step into the Profession”: The Tradition Continues

Round Table “Masters Students 2024: Step into the Profession”: The Tradition Continues