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Spectrum of Non-Traumatic Hollow Viscus Perforation in a Himalayan Population: A 3-Year Retrospective Study
No full textNon-traumatic hollow viscus perforation (NT-HVP) is a common surgical emergency, often resulting in high morbidity and mortality rates. This study examines the epidemiology, aetiology, clinical presentations, and outcomes of NT-HVP among patients in the Himalayan region, by reviewing data from the Indira Gandhi Medical College (IGMC) Surgery Department, Shimla, between 2015 and 2018. A total of 274 cases were analysed. The most common cause of the problem was peptic ulcer disease and the study area had challenges like difficult terrain and limited access to healthcare. The findings aim to improve the understanding of NT-HVP in resource-limited settings and provide insights for better management strategies
Comparative Evaluation of Blood Clot, Platelet-Rich Plasma, and Platelet-Rich Fibrin Scaffolds in the Success of Regenerative Endodontic Treatments: A Literature Review
No full textThe use of natural scaffolds in regenerative endodontic treatments can significantly impact treatment outcomes. Natural scaffolds such as Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP), Platelet-Rich Fibrin (PRF), and blood clot are effective in improving clinical symptoms, resolving periapical lesions, regenerating dentin structure, closing the root apex, and increasing root length in regenerative endodontic treatments. This study aims to provide a comparative evaluation of blood clot, platelet-rich plasma (PRP), and platelet-rich fibrin (PRF) as natural scaffolds in the success of regenerative endodontic treatments
A Novel Multi-Stage Pressure-Responsive Glaucoma Valve Strip for Anterior Chamber Angle Implantation: A Futuristic Approach to Precision IOP Control
No full textThis paper introduces a novel concept for surgical glaucoma management: a multi-valve implantable strip system designed for anterior chamber angle placement. The device comprises three micro-valves embedded within a biocompatible strip, each engineered to activate at specific intraocular pressure (IOP) thresholds (20–25 mmHg, 30–35 mmHg, and >50 mmHg). This graduated mechanism allows dynamic, staged aqueous outflow that mirrors physiological resistance, aiming to prevent both early hypotony and hypertensive spikes. The concept represents a step forward in personalized glaucoma therapy, with potential applications in both primary open-angle glaucoma and refractory cases. A prototype and preclinical validation roadmap are proposed
“What if I lose my ability to language?” A psycho-social interrogation of the Language disorder narratives in bioscope and Literature; a Phenomenological analysis
No full textThe prevalence of inadequacy in the levels of comprehension, when it comes to an individual undergoing health imbalance is still a repressed concern. With comparatively minimal exposure on Language disorders3 in the Indian context, the construction and provision of an appropriate milieu that suffices the psycho-social4 needs of the individuals is a pressing priority. “Inclusivity” as a terminology has been gaining momentum in a multitude of spaces and yet the convalescing journeys of the individuals whose disruption of their ability to language1, prevails as an under-represented and undocumented arena of research and representation. This study is an attempt towards mainstreaming the media and literary documentation of pathographic narratives (especially language and communication disorders, i.e. Aphasia2) that aim at transforming the obscure knowledge of language disorders among the population into an agreeable scholarship creating a platform for a better psycho-social environment. This study is a representation of the muted outcry of those experiencing language disorders and in addition an attempt in channelizing the need for a global digital space that merges literature and media representations of the same. This study highlights the convergence of literature (The Man Who Lost his Language), media (My Beautiful Broken Brain) and sociology in thriving towards a socio-centered environment in India
Translanguaging on Social Media by Educated Arabs
No full textTranslanguaging is the ability to move smoothly between the languages that a person knows. A sample of Facebook posts written by a sample of educated Arabs was collected. All the participants are native speakers of Arabic and have a good command of English or French as English/French was the medium of instruction in their major area of specialization such as medicine, computer, and engineering. The study aims to find out whether educated Arabs are capable of communicating equally well in both English/French (L2) and Arabic (L1) especially that Arabic is diaglossic having a standard form used in school textbooks, print material and formal situations and a colloquial form used in daily communication with family and friends. Data analysis showed that most educated Arabs are incapable of translanguaging. They communicate better and are more proficient in English/French than Arabic. Their weaknesses are manifested in their use of slang and Colloquial Arabic rather than Standard Arabic. Many completely ignore Standard Arabic spelling and grammar rules. They spell words the way they pronounce them in their local dialect. Many make agreement, definite article attachment, plural formation, and derivation errors. They code mix, i.e., transliterate English/French words and insert them in Arabic posts (cases الكيسز, schemes اسكيمز, share شير). They do not seem to know the Arabic equivalents of simple general and specialized English/French words (center سنتر, neuro نيورو, maps المابس). They even substitute simple Arabic words with English ones (shoes, fans, café, like, comment). It seems that educated Arabs are unable to think in L1 and L2 simultaneously. Their knowledge of English/French surpasses that of Arabic. They transfer the foreign pronunciation and structures to Arabic. Recommendations for reinforcing the native language and enhancing translanguaging skills are given
A Quantitative Study on Academic Texts from an Interdisciplinary Perspective
No full textMeasurement studies on the syntactic complexity of academic texts have been widely conducted. Using a quantitative linguistic approach, this study explores the syntactic features of academic texts from an interdisciplinary perspective by analyzing the dependency distance (DD), mean dependency distance (MDD) and dependency types of academic texts from different disciplines in a self-constructed corpus. The corpus includes 400 abstracts of parallel comparable academic texts from eight disciplines authored by native and L2 writers. Research findings indicate that: 1) Both native (L1) and second language (L2) authors’ academic texts exhibit a highly consistent distribution of dependency distances, following a long-tail distribution, , which suggests constraints imposed by human working memory. 2) Across all disciplines, abstracts written by L2 authors have significantly longer Mean Dependency Distance (MDD) compared to those written by L1 authors, indicating the significant impact of native language background on the syntactic complexity of academic texts. 3) Within the same language background, there are significant differences in dependency types across different academic disciplines, reflecting specific emphases in how authors express their research findings across disciplines. These findings further reveal the correlation between MDD and disciplinary contexts
Reconceiving Translation: Homi Bhabha\u27s Hybridity and the Third Space in Literary Translation
No full textThis conceptual paper critiques the overgeneralized adoption of hybridity in translation studies, exposing its theoretical circularity, lack of actionable strategies and weak methodological grounding. Although hybridity is often conceptualized as a means of cultural negotiation, its translation-specific application remains underdeveloped. Bhabha’s “third space” metaphor is frequently cited but without translating it into actionable strategies, with existing applications being viewed either as too niche or essentializing cultural binaries. Therefore, the ethical dilemma of striking a balance between source text authenticity and target text accessibility remains unresolved, with actual translation decisions often oscillating between two extremes, either reinforcing or subverting hegemonic structures. To close this gap, this research proposes a dynamic hybrid model which puts practical strategies into action to overcome theoretical limitations of hybridity. The model draws on Joseph Malone’s practical strategies to combine foreignization and domestication in a dynamic framework which enables translators to maintain essential cultural elements while achieving clarity. The model presents a practical hybrid approach to literary translation, one that maintains a balanced harmony between faithfulness and accessibility
The Impact of the Escalating Sudanese Civil War on Medical School Students\u27 Interest and Academic Performance: A Case Study of Ibn Sina University & Al-Maktarbeen University
No full textThis study investigates the impact of the escalating Sudanese Civil War on the interest and academic performance of 4th, 5th and 6th-year medical students at Ibn Sina University and Al-Maktarbeen University. It focuses on their ability to adapt to the new educational environment provided by their universities to enable them to continue their education, and whether they were able to overcome displacement and psychological distress to successfully continue their studies, overcoming all war-related barriers. It reveals how the war affected their mental well-being, academic performance, and participation in different academic activities. The findings reveal that while many students faced significant challenges, a majority demonstrated resilience and perseverance, showing strong positive academic outcomes and mature personal growth. The availability of supportive educational settings provided by their universities in safe areas in Sudan and in neighboring countries such as Saudi Arabia, and Egypt played a key role in mitigating the negative effects of the conflict. However, a smaller group of students continued to struggle with emotional and logistical barriers due to the loss of relatives, friends, and colleagues, dissatisfaction with some of the educational alternatives provided, an inability to adapt to new situations, and being unable to release themselves from the war\u27s effects and pain. This study finds that students were able to overcome the pain and stress of war and strongly agree that the war motivated them positively, changing the way they think about their education and shaping their personality and providing them with real life lessons opening doors for their coming future and career. They now perceive it as a catalyst for personal growth and resilience. It changed their perspectives on their future and inspired them to care more about their education, reshaping their attitudes toward both their education and future careers
Amplifying Learning Development in Human Capability Advancement through Soft and Hard Skills
No full textThis study review evolved in tandem with experiential learning in a group of next generation leaders. It emphasizes several practices in achieving soft and hard skills through identifying three core phases: awkwardness, awareness, and familiarity in practice. Kolb\u27s experiential learning theory supports the paradigm of skills acquisition through experience, reflection, conceptualization, and experimentation. Skills acquisition is essential for development as a necessity for enhanced employability, enhanced productivity, and overall individual growth due to constant adaptation and learning. The review methods included a literature review approach by evaluating existing published findings on critical aspects of developing soft and hard skills, and receiving group feedback on experiential application. The panorama of aspects evaluated include understanding soft and hard skills, phases of practice in the skills development process, the role of practice in skills development, levels of thinking in translating theory into practice, critical, practical and creative thinking, reflective thinking, insight, foresight, hindsight, combining levels of thinking into practice. Collectively, the findings were intended to provide a detailed understanding of amplifying learning development and advancing human capabilities through soft and hard skills. Hard skills are defined as the technical competencies required to perform tasks, and are acquired through knowledge. At the same time, soft skills are required to integrate the hard skills into practice. Notably, skills development occurs in phases, including awkwardness, consciousness, and assimilation. Practice also plays a critical role in skills development by helping the brain to translate knowledge into practical skills. Translating theory into practice also requires levels of thinking, including critical, practical, and reflective thinking. Creative thinking at the workplace involves establishing new, unique aspects by considering various perspectives of the problem to develop a solution. Reflective thinking is a critical soft skill that allows individuals to navigate an unpredictable situation, allowing for the evaluation of actions. In reflective thinking, insight involves developing a coherent and in-depth understanding of aspects that were not transparent previously. Foresight entails drawing from previous experiences to predict the future and solve problems based on the individual\u27s understanding of the problem. Hindsight provides a comprehensive understanding of the consequences of previous experiences, emphasizing the accuracy of insight into a specific aspect of the business. In sum, skills development is an essential concept in the modern human resource and talent acquisition sector, and thereto, developing both soft and hard skills is essential as shown by the reviewed literature. Furthermore, it is vital to comprehend that skills development occurs in phases, all drawn from Kolb\u27s experimental learning theory, including awkwardness, consciousness, and assimilation. Overall, the learning process is crucial as it ensures that an individual can eventually perform these skills autonomously
Understanding The Meaning of Garuda in Bali in The Perspective Thought of Postmodernism
No full textThe purpose of this article is to understand the meaning of garuda in Bali Island, Indonesia from the perspective of postmodernism. So far, garuda in Balinese art and culture has rarely paid attention to the meaning behind the meaning of the use of garuda motifs in all aspects of contemporary Balinese society. Garuda in all aspects of life in Bali is highly respected and contains certain meanings. The meanings contained in the symbolization of garuda have various interpretations, depending on the subject of society that interprets this garuda. This is related to the culture of the use of bird symbols. From the description above, the method used to answer several problems in understanding the meaning of garuda in Bali from the perspective of postmodernism is with the library method and field survey to see directly about the motifs of garuda forms. library method by applying understandings from postmodern thinking to understand the meaning of garuda in Bali. For that, it is still necessary to observe more deeply so that the meaning behind the meaning of garuda can be understood more deeply. Based on the description above, it turns out that understanding the meaning of garuda in Bali from the perspective of postmodernist figures is very interesting. This interest is because each postmodernist thought contains a specific understanding to be able to analyse more deeply the meaning behind the meaning of garuda in Bali