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Temporal Changes in the Use of Wild Medicinal Plants in Trentino–South Tyrol, Northern Italy
Get PDFMountain regions are fragile ecosystems and often host remarkably rich biodiversity, and thus they are especially under threat from ongoing global changes. Located in the Eastern Alps, Trentino–South Tyrol is bioculturally diverse but an understudied region from an ethnobotanical perspective. We explored the ethnomedicinal knowledge of the area from a cross-cultural and diachronic perspective by conducting semi-structured interviews with 22 local inhabitants from Val di Sole (Trentino) and 30 from Überetsch–Unterland (South Tyrol). Additionally, we compared the results with ethnobotanical studies conducted in Trentino and South Tyrol over 25 years ago. The historical comparison revealed that about 75% of the plants currently in use were also used in the past in each study region. We argue that the adoption of “new” medicinal species could have occurred through printed and social media and other bibliographical sources but may also be due to limitations in conducting the comparison (i.e., different taxonomic levels and different methodologies). The inhabitants of Val di Sole and Überetsch–Unterland have shared most medicinal plants over the past few decades, yet the most used species diverge (perhaps due to differences in local landscapes), and in South Tyrol, people appear to use a higher number of medicinal plants, possibly because of the borderland nature of the area
Medicinal Plants as A Natural Immune Booster
Get PDFThere is a global concern about pandemic infections, which can inflict enormous morbidity and mortality, regardless of great medical resources in the current day. Currently, there is no standard treatment for most viral infections in the world. To improve the immune system, it is vital to recommend the use of plant parts. Medicinal plants are the finest way to boost our immune system naturally. The study aimed to document medicinal plants traditionally used by the Kurdish people in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq. Expert sampling method was utilised in the study. The study interviewed 20 respondents with dominance of men 90 and women 10 %, respectively. Among the interview respondents, only 35% did not attend western education. Fourty one medicinal plants were documented from 22 families with Compositae (6) having the highest abundance, followed by Fabaceae and Lamiaceae 5 species, respectively. Leaf is the most utilised part, followed by root and whole plant at 36.1, 18.0, and 13.1 %, respectively. All plants are reported to be boiled or macerated with water and drunk until fully recovered. Highest fidelity value was recorded as 85% for P. atlantica, T. campylodes, A. propinquus, G. kola, R. communis, R. officinalis and C. sinensis respectively, the least are those with 55% fidelity value. The study found that Kurdish people are consistently utilising medicinal plants for their wellbeing. High fidelity values are found in the documented medicinal plants. This study provides useful information for various fields, especially in exploring the plant parts as a source of lead for future development in the production of herbal medicines and in the pharmaceutical industry
Unraveling The Link Between Lymphopenia And Systemic Lupus Erythematosus: Implications For Disease Severity And Potential Treatment Strategies
Get PDFSystemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) is an autoimmune disease characterized by chronic inflammation that can potentially impact any body part. Lymphopenia, abnormal low lymphocyte numbers, are frequently observed in individuals with active SLE. This short review examines the correlation between lymphopenia and SLE. Databases of Scopus, PubMed, Elsevier, Wiley, and Google Scholar were searched for related publicationS. The results showed that lymphopenia is correlated with disease severity in SLE patients. The underlying mechanism is unclear, but it may be due to increased apoptosis of lymphocytes and the autoantibodies production that target lymphocyte surface receptors. Various therapies, including immunosuppressive, corticosteroids, and antiangiogenic agents, have been used for SLE management. However, their efficacy is varied in SLE patients with lymphopenia. These therapies may improve lymphocyte counts and disease vigorousity. Lymphopenia has been found to be linked with several factors in SLE patients, including lupus nephritis, higher steroid doses, cyclophosphamide uses and complement depletion. In SLE, abnormal angiogenesis has been linked to the disease pathogenesis. Thus, angiogenesis therapy for SLE selectively targeted the process of abnormal blood vessel growth that is associated with SLE. In summary, lymphopenia may serve as an indicator of disease severity, however, further studies are required to explore the efficacy of targeted and non-targeted therapies in managing SLE patients with lymphopenia
Assessment Of Water Supply System: A Questioner Study
Get PDFA universal water supply system was the subject of numerous studies in an effort to help designers create more reliable systems for long-term operation. These efforts also target the convenience of the systems in use in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq as well as the optimization of the region's entire construction distribution networks. This research aims to find out how people think about the quality, quantity, and problems with the water distribution systems (in Sulaimani City). The data was collected through a questionnaire by asking people various questions, and their opinions about the water distribution systems in the region, as well as the convenience of the systems used (continuous or intermittent) to deliver water. For accessing water in the intermittent water distribution system, around 44%, 28%, and 3% of the respondents have access to water once in three days, once in two days, and have no watering schedule for accessing water, respectively. During the week, the water is distributed in a continuous system. As it’s obvious from the duration of water distribution, in most of the intermittent water distribution systems, 56.2% of respondents have 2–3 hours of access to water. According to the frequency of water availability, approximately 25% and 7.5% have access to water for only one hour and less than one hour, respectively. Respondents with continuous systems don’t have any major problems with the drinking water's odor, taste, or color. Results show that 72% of them accept the provided water as safe, and the breakdown of the water pipelines is confirmed by all
Difficulties of IELTS Writing Module Experienced by Test-Takers: A Case Study in Tishk International University Continuous Education Center
Get PDFIELTS test has four sections, and writing is one of them as a productive skill. In this test, writing has two tasks, and the first one is descriptive writing while the second is argumentative type. Both of them have their own peculiarities, and candidates of IELTS test come across different challenges. In the study we conducted, we focused on most outstanding challenges that the candidates revealed during the 50-hour course. As a result, we prepared a questionnaire inquiring these challenging points for them. It seems they have some difficulties in writing these tasks, and since these tasks require some extra academic skills, the candidates cannot learn them in their past education, so they need to struggle extra to gain these skills to be able to write in IELTS test
The Characteristics of Passionate Educators and Their Role in Education
Get PDFIn this research, it was investigated what passion is, who is considered a passionate teacher and the characteristics of a passionate teacher. According to the findings of the study, the genuine definition of passion includes enthusiasm, desire, effort, dedication, and commitment. These are the most significant contributors to the success of education and teachers. These attributes play a significant effect in the academic success of kids. The teaching profession has been characterized differently by different authors and academics. Among these include being loyal, shaping the destiny of a nation, being the parent of a student, being patient, being productive, and setting an example. They are the fundamental factors that affect the fate of societies.
The results of the studies show, the component that influences the future of a nation is the teacher’s passion. He is the individual who prepares all professions for life. They are the military, police, politicians, cleaners, and attorneys; in short, everyone. All of these concepts will be brought to life by passionate educators
The Importance of Mime Games in Vocabulary Teaching to EFL Students at a Private University in Iraq
Get PDFIn this study, Mime Games, one of the vocabulary teaching methods, was researched and studies were conducted on whether word games are useful or not. As educators, we have witnessed all kinds of students in our lessons, like self-motivated, unrelated to classes, or unwilling. The main purpose of doing this research is to motivate students among the groups who are reluctant and unrelated to the lesson by teaching vocabulary with fun. Therefore, we researched the role of Mime Games in teaching English to EFL learners. In order to get accurate results, a face-to-face survey and a questionnaire were applied to collect students’ thoughts about word games. As a result of the research and applications, it was observed that the students were more successful and motivated when they were learning with the games
Using Google Play Applications to Improve Language Preparatory School Students` Pronunciation Skills (A Study on Tishk International University Students in Erbil, Iraq)
Get PDFMobile phone applications have gained more momentum since Google Play (formerly known as Android Market) was launched in 2008. Apart from Google Play, Apple App Store and Amazon App Store have offered billions of applications for users in different fields as well as education. Having this fact in mind, this study was conducted to measure the effects of two Google Play applications on students` pronunciation improvement. To this aim, 40 students who were studying at Tishk International University Language Preparatory School in 2021-2022 Academic Year were chosen by systematic sampling method. Over a 10-week timespan, control group students followed the curriculum traditionally, while experimental group students` curriculum was enriched by Google Play applications including Learn English by Short Stories and Cambridge English Dictionary. The data were collected by two exams and the interview as in line with a mixed methods design research. The former ones were analyzed by SPSS 27 through independent sample t test, while the latter one was transcribed and analyzed by MAXQDA software program. The findings of the study revealed that chosen audiobooks and e-dictionary applications improved students` pronunciation scores significantly. In addition, students` attitudes towards e-books and e-dictionaries by Google Play applications have changed positively. The findings of this study may have some implications for stakeholders of education who consider integrating mobile assisted language learning (MALL) into the curriculum systematically
Breaking the Barrier: Understanding and Addressing the Roots of Foreign Language and Reading Anxiety
Get PDFThe purpose of this article is to investigate the causes of foreign language and reading anxiety and to show solutions to overcome this problem. When examined from Google Scholar and other sources, many studies have been done on writing, speaking, and listening anxiety. So it was decided to make a study about reading anxiety too. This study contains answers to the questions of what anxiety is, foreign language anxiety, and reading anxiety. The reasons and solutions for these two anxieties are investigated. Foreign language anxiety (FLA) is a common phenomenon experienced by language learners when they encounter situations in which they must communicate in a language other than their first language. Reading anxiety is a common issue that affects many individuals, and it can have a negative impact on reading performance, learning, and retention of information. As a result of the research, it has been revealed that the main causes of Foreign Language and Reading Anxiety are lack of confidence, learning disabilities, lack of interest, and language barriers
The Power of Body Language in Education: A Study of Teachers’ Perceptions
Get PDFThe purpose of this study is to shed light on the significance of body language in education and gather instructor opinions on the matter. Throughout the study, we looked at the background of body language, touched on its significance in education, and highlighted the cultural differences in it. The most typical body language errors were listed in order to provide advice to teachers, and in this situation, efficient body language approaches were suggested. A Google Form questionnaire was used to gather the opinions of 30 instructors at Tishk University, a private university in Iraq, on this topic, and teachers were subsequently subjected to in-person interviews. The analysis of the questionnaire and the interview revealed that the teachers’ judgments of body language were significant and that it improved the standard of instruction. It’s surprising to note that none of the 30 teachers who took part in the study expressed a negative view of body language; on the contrary, it was found that they were eager to learn more about it