14 research outputs found
Video | 'Governing African Migration in Morocco: The Challenge of Positive Desecuritisation' explained by Yousra Abourabi
No full texthttps://youtu.be/7jaCPaswspw In this video, author Yousra Abourabi explains her chapter “Governing African Migration in Morocco: The Challenge of Positive Desecuritisation”. The chapter explores how while the European Union is trying to externalise the control of its borders to Maghreb countries, Morocco is striving to spread a positive and desecuritising discourse on migration to differentiate itself from Europe, as well as the motivations behind this and strategies towards it. It argues ..
Exploring the frontier of dental education: a cross-sectional study of VR simulation and manikin-based training at Ziauddin university
No full textAbstract Background Dental education blends theoretical concepts with practical tasks, where preclinical simulations using manikins have long been integral. However, the limitations of manikin-based training, such as cost, material restrictions, and inter-rater reliability concerns, have led to the integration of emerging technologies like Virtual Reality (VR) to enhance learning. VR provides an immersive environment to practice clinical skills, offering potential flexibility, engagement, and tactile learning advantages. This study compares dental students’ perceptions of VR and manikin training at Ziauddin University, Karachi. Methodology This cross-sectional study was conducted at Ziauddin University College of Dentistry, Karachi, Pakistan, involving 229 dental students enrolled in various levels of the BDS program. A structured questionnaire assessed students’ experiences and perceptions of VR simulation and manikin training. Data was analyzed using SPSS version 22, with descriptive statistics and independent T-tests to evaluate differences in perception across student groups. Results Both VR and manikin training were effective in improving learning. Manikins were preferred for realistic clinical scenarios, while VR was favored for engagement and tactile learning. 68.6% of students found both methods equally useful for reinforcing knowledge, 77.7% felt more confident after manikin training, and 97.4% found VR effective for understanding tooth textures. Conclusion This study highlights the complementary strengths of VR and manikin-based training in dental education. Both methods should be integrated to provide a more effective and well-rounded learning experience. Further research is needed to explore VR’s cost-effectiveness and use in resource-limited settings
Knowledge and perspective of artificial intelligence in dentistry among dentists and dental students: A cross sectional study
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Objective:
In some areas of dentistry, artificial intelligence (AI) is the newest buzzword. This study set out to evaluate knowledge and perspective of AI among dental students and professionals of Ziauddin University, Karachi, Pakistan.
Methods:
The study employed a validated self-reported questionnaire in a cross-sectional design to assess 250 dental students and dentists of Ziauddin University.
Results:
A total of 84% of respondents said that they understood what AI is, and 77.2% said they were somewhat familiar with its applications in dentistry. Overall 75.6% of participants agreed or strongly agreed that AI will result in significant advancements in dentistry. On the other hand, 59.2% disagreed or strongly disagreed that dentists would ever be replaced by AI. Dentists scored considerably higher on attitude than dental students, although there were no gender-specific differences.
Conclusion:
The dental faculty and dental students at Ziauddin University are generally positive in their perceptions towards artificial intelligence in dentistry and have a reasonable level of awareness of it. Though, AI is not used much in reality. Given the global shift to digitalization, AI must be included in dentistry curricula
Post-operative Status of Facial Nerve in Cerebello-Pontine Angle Lesion via Retro-Sigmoid Approach; Complications and Outcome
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Objective: To assess the post-operative status of Facial Nerve in cerebellopontine angle (CPA) lesion via retro-sigmoid approach and also its complications and outcome.
Materials & Methods: This prospective study was conducted at the Department of Neurosurgery, JPMC Karachi from a period of 10-12-2021 to 10-06-2022.The sample size of our study was 37 patients. All the patients were operated for CPA lesions and followed for three months to assess the outcome efficacy.
Results: Our study showed that the mean age was 37 years, with a range of 27 to 65 years, in which the males were 18 (48.6%) and the females were 19 (51.4%). Out of 37 patients, 28 (75.7%) were diagnosed with vestibular schwannoma, while 6 (16.2%) were meningiomas, and 3 (8.1%) were epidermoid cysts. Gross total resection was performed in 14 (37.8%) patients, while subtotal resection (STR) in 23 (62.2%). Facial nerve function in terms of House-Brackmann at 3 months was found to be grade I in 26 (70.3%), grade II in 9 (24.3%), grade III in 1 (2.7%), and grade IV in 1 (2.7%).
Conclusion: The CPA is a small corridor through which important neurovascular structures pass. Identification of CN VII is important in large CPA tumours to preserve facial motor nerve function. For all kinds of CPA lesions, gross total excision should be the aim of surgery
Interpersonal stranger violence and American Muslims: an exploratory study of lived experiences and coping strategies
No full text© 2019, © 2019 The Author(s). Published by Informa UK Limited, trading as Taylor & Francis Group. Hate crimes in the United States have drastically increased since 2015, particularly for the American Muslim population. There was a 17% hike in hate crimes against American Muslims in 2017 compared with the previous year. The objectives of the study were to document the experiences of interpersonal stranger violence, coping strategies and recommendations by American Muslims. We applied qualitative research methods to conduct seven focus group discussions with 37 participants in the Maryland area, throughout 2017. There were reports of verbal abuse, discrimination (in schools, workplace, college campuses, airports, Visa offices), bullying and microaggression. Individuals were torn between the public anxieties of being Muslim and their private attachment to their religious identity. Despite reports of fear and uncertainty, individuals applied caution, positive religious coping, and encouraged family and community engagement to gain and provide support to each other. This study illustrates the consequences that the 2016 US presidential election and Islamophobic rhetoric had on American Muslims. Further research will elucidate the long-term impact on health outcomes of these behaviors
Author Correction: Green synthesis, characterization, anti-SARS-CoV-2 entry, and replication of lactoferrin-coated zinc nanoparticles with halting lung fibrosis induced in adult male albino rats
No full textCommunity college leaders' perceptions of personal implementation of emotional intelligence (EI) skills
No full text2011 Spring.Includes bibliographical references.According to American Association of Community Colleges (AACC), community college leaders who are able to master the skills that are related to organizational strategies, resource management, communication, collaboration, and professionalism, are most likely to succeed. According to Goleman (1998), acquiring these technical skills is important to achieve the job, yet a leader still needs other skills to become complete. In order to become effective leaders, according to Goleman, a person has to acquire the abilities which help him/her contribute positively to groups and institutions and sustain a balanced relationship with others on a daily basis. For Goleman (1995), in order for a leader to acquire the stated abilities, a leader has to implement emotional intelligence (EI) skills which include: showing responsibility, handling stress, being aware of self- emotions and those of others, being able to understand others, and are optimistic. This phenomenological study examined the reflections, values, challenges, and skills of community college leaders who try to promote leadership quality development using qualitative research methods to explore community college leaders lived experiences. The phenomenon in this study was examined through data collected by interviews with nine leaders who had at least 5 years of leadership at community colleges, and have a PhD in community college leadership. Many leaders demonstrated the need to create an environment where competition, disagreement, and conflict, could be resolved in a better way. Data analysis included the detailed data from participants and produced two emergent themes: EI skills are not yet fully understood enough to be implemented, and community college leaders rely on other varied approaches and skills
A study of dental implant complications through bibliometric analysis
No full textBackground: Dental implants are a widely successful solution for tooth replacement, yet complications remain a key challenge. Bibliometric analysis provides valuable insights into research trends, influential studies, and gaps in this field. This study examines the global literature to better understand advancements in addressing dental implant complications. Objective: To conduct a thorough bibliometric analysis of the scientific literature concerning complications associated with dental implants. Methods: The bibliometric study was performed in both French and English, focusing on a database search in Scopus using the keywords "dental implant complications" for articles published from 2013 to 2023. This analysis follows the PRISMA framework to synthesize research on dental implant complications and employs visualization software (VOSviewer) to highlight similarities among the studies. The selected studies were evaluated based on citation counts, with a cut-off date of October 19, 2024. Results: Over the past decade, publications addressing complications associated with dental implant systems have shown a clear upward trend. The journals contributing most significantly to this area of research are Clinical Oral Implants Research and the International Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Implants. The University at Buffalo and the University of Napoli stand out as leading institutions in this field. Marco A.B. Esposito emerges as the most prolific author. The United States and Italy lead globally in publishing research on dental implant complications. Conclusions: The present study highlights a significant rise in literature addressing dental implant complications, demonstrated by an increasing number of publications, a wider range of contributors, and an expanded focus on various complications and influencing factors. This trend underscores the field\u27s commitment to thoroughly understanding and tackling implant-related challenges, which holds the potential to improve implant longevity, enhance patient outcomes, and elevate the overall quality of care in dental implantology
Evaluating the use of Telemedicine in Gynaecological Practice: A Systematic Review
No full textObjectives The aim of this systematic review is to examine the use of telemedicine in the delivery and teaching of gynaecological clinical practice. To our knowledge, no other systematic review has assessed this broad topic.
Design Systematic review of all studies investigating the use of telemedicine in the provision of gynaecological care and education. The search for eligible studies followed the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses guidelines and focused on three online databases: PubMed, Science Direct and SciFinder.
Eligibility criteria Only studies within gynaecology were considered for this review. Studies covering only obstetrics and with minimal information on gynaecology, or clinical medicine in general were excluded. All English language, peer-reviewed human studies were included. Relevant studies published up to the date of final submission of this review were considered with no restrictions to the publication year.
Data extractions and synthesis Data extracted included author details, year of publication and country of the study, study aim, sample size, methodology, sample characteristics, outcome measures and a summary of findings. Data extraction and qualitative assessment were performed by the first author and crossed checked by the second author. Quality assessment for each study was assessed using the Newcastle-Ottawa scale.
Results A literature search carried out in August 2020 yielded 313 records published between 1992 and 2018. Following a rigorous selection process, only 39 studies were included for this review published between 2000 and 2018. Of these, 19 assessed gynaecological clinical practice, eight assessed gynaecological education, one both, and 11 investigated the feasibility of telemedicine within gynaecological practice. 19 studies were classified as good, 12 fair and eight poor using the Newcastle-Ottawa scale. Telecolposcopy and abortion care were two areas where telemedicine was found to be effective in potentially speeding up diagnosis as well as providing patients with a wide range of management options. Studies focusing on education demonstrated that telementoring could improve teaching in a range of scenarios such as live surgery and international teleconferencing.
Conclusions The results of this review are promising and demonstrate that telemedicine has a role to play in improving clinical effectiveness and education within gynaecology. Its applications have been shown to be safe and effective in providing remote care and training. In the future, randomised controlled studies involving larger numbers of patients and operators with measurable outcomes are required in order to be able to draw reliable conclusions
Hydrazine derivative synthesis by trifluoroacetyl hydrazide alkylation
No full textN′-Alkyl hydrazides were effectively synthesized by routes featuring installation, alkylation, and removal of a trifluoroacetyl group. A set of amino acid derived hydrazides were acylated using trifluoroacetic anhydride, and the resulting trifluoroacetyl hydrazides were alkylated with alcohols in Mitsunobu reactions and with alkyl halides under alkaline conditions. Removal of the trifluoroacetyl group was affected under reductive and hydrolytic conditions to provide the respective N′-alkyl hydrazides. This three-step process may be performed without isolation of intermediates to yield N′-alkyl hydrazide after a single chromatographic purification.The presentation of the authors' names and (or) special characters in the title of the pdf file of the accepted manuscript may differ slightly from what is displayed on the item page. The information in the pdf file of the accepted manuscript reflects the original submission by the author
