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Challenges In The Ethical Review Process Of Covid-19 Related Research At Hrec-Tumed, Thailand, Wilaiwan Chimkhong, Thana Khawcharoenporn, Pacharapan Surapolchai

Asian Medical Journal and Alternative Medicine

Objective: To explore the challenges encountered in the ethical review process and timeline of COVID-19 related research at the Human Research Ethics Committee of Thammasat University (Medicine) (HREC-TUMED), Thailand, focusing on submission characteristics, review outcomes, and committee adaptations.

Materials and Methods: This retrospective descriptive study analyzed COVID-19 research protocols submitted to HREC-TUMED between June 2020 and July 2022. Protocols were evaluated for research types, investigator affiliations, funding sources, review types, and timeline metrics, using descriptive statistics.

Results: A total of 89 COVID-19 related research protocols were submitted to HREC-TUMED, with the majority originating from faculty investigators (64%). Most protocols underwent …

Twenty Years' Experience Of Congenital Heart Disease Characterization In Thammasat University Hospital, Thanavit Manakijjongkol, Boonchu Sirichongkolthong

Asian Medical Journal and Alternative Medicine

Introduction: Congenital heart disease (CHD) is a leading cause of pediatric mortality globally, including in Thailand. Understanding CHD types and severity is crucial for epidemiology and patient care.

Objective: This study aimed to examine demographic data, types, and severity of CHD in patients at Thammasat University Hospital from 2001 to 2020, and to compare CHD types between 2001–2010 and 2011–2020.

Methods: A retrospective review collected data from pediatric patients (aged 15 years or younger) from 2001 to 2020, based on echocardiography and medical records. Demographic information, diagnosis, classification, and CHD severity were analyzed using counts and percentages. Comparisons of severity …

Durable Response To Everolimus In Metastatic Hepatic Epithelioid Cell Tumor With Tsc2 And Nf2 Mutations, Sasipim Thitvirachawat, Piraya Patrathiranond, Panuch Eiamprapaporn

Asian Medical Journal and Alternative Medicine

We report a case of a 63-year-old male with metastatic hepatic PEComa harboring TSC2 and NF2 mutations who achieved a durable partial response to everolimus with only mild adverse effects. This case highlights the value of genomic profiling and the efficacy of mTOR inhibitors in hepatic PEComa management.

Rapid Response, Unexpected Risk: A Ros1-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (Nsclc) Case With Lazarus Syndrome And Fatal Thrombosis, Piraya Patrathiranond, Sasipim Thitvirachawat, Panuch Eiamprapaporn

Asian Medical Journal and Alternative Medicine

A 57-year-old woman with a ROS1-rearranged NSCLC patient demonstrated a Lazarus response to crizotinib but later developed recurrent pulmonary embolism (PE) with right ventricular (RV) failure. This incident highlights the potential crizotinib-related thrombotic risk and the need for appropriate monitoring of vascular complications, particularly in limited-option settings such as Thailand.

Prevalence And Perinatal Risk Factors Of Developmental Problems In Preterm Infants: Real-World Use Of The Asq-3 Thai In A Neonatal Follow-Up Clinic, Ratima Kosan, Sariya Prachukthum, Kusalinnaphat Phonngam, Tippawan Hansakunachai, Issarapa Chunsuwan

Asian Medical Journal and Alternative Medicine

Introduction: Preterm birth is associated with increased risks of long-term neurodevelopmental impairments. Early developmental screening in real-world neonatal follow-up clinics is essential. The ASQ-3 Thai offers a practical, parent-completed tool; however, evidence of its performance in Thai preterm infants in everyday care settings remains limited.

Objectives: To determine the prevalence and perinatal risk factors of suspected developmental delay in preterm infants <34 weeks' gestation screened with the ASQ-3 Thai in a neonatal follow-up clinic, and to explore its pragmatic diagnostic value compared with expert assessment in routine clinical practice.

Methods: This hospital-based cross-sectional study was conducted in a neonatal follow-up outpatient clinic. Caregivers of eligible preterm infants aged 2–30 months completed the ASQ-3 Thai and a demographic questionnaire. Perinatal data were retrieved from medical records. Infants with abnormal …

Powering Up Clinical Scholarship In Pain Management / Chronic Pain Fellowship, Evelyn Wang

HSLIC Faculty and Staff Instructional Resources

This presentation introduces chronic pain fellows to clinical scholarship pathways in pain management, highlighting core literature search strategies, evidence‐based resources, and HSLIC services that support research, publishing, and teaching in chronic pain care.

Contemporary Roles Of The Royal Oman Police In Promoting Responsible Citizenship In Accordance With Oman Vision 2040, Khalid Ahmed Al-Shaaibi

Journal of Arts and Social Sciences

Given the solid international academic approach that ties the consolidation of security and respect for the law with the effectiveness of efforts to enhance national identity and citizenship, the vital role of modern policing services emerges as a tool for deepening the sense of belonging and well-being. An original question also arises about the contemporary roles of the Royal Oman Police in supporting the promotion of citizenship, as a government agency that is legally and factually responsible for maintaining security and public order, in addition to providing varied e-government services, which requires an analysis of the nature of police roles …

Analysis Of The Social Studies Curriculum For The Tenth Grade And Measuring The Extent Of Its Connection To The Concept Of Citizenship, Ruqaiya Bint Khamis Bin Sulaiman Al Shibli, Hafida Bint Saif Bin Sulaiman Al Khrousi

Journal of Arts and Social Sciences

The current study aimed to study the analysis of the social studies curriculum for the tenth grade, and the extent to which it relates to understandable concepts. A descriptive analytical model was reached, which is pure for the nature and objectives of this study, to learn how to study in the analysis of the classic social studies book for the tenth grade, To achieve the objectives of the study, the researchers used the content analysis card tool to collect data. They used the analysis cards to calculate the frequency of citizenship concepts related to them in the social studies textbook …

Regional And Global Innovative Initiatives And Projects To Develop The Dimensions Of Identity And Citizenship In Governmental And Community Educational Institutions, Samah Hamad Al Shukaili, Hamood Khamis Alnoofli

Journal of Arts and Social Sciences

The study aimed to identify regional and global innovative initiatives and projects in order to enhance identity and citizenship in government institutions. The study also aimed to understand the Oman Vision 2040 document in the field of innovation, as well as to identify the obstacles faced by innovators in the Sultanate of Oman. These obstacles included social, psychological, administrative, technical, marketing, and material challenges encountered by innovators in Oman, and to assess the need for a social specialist to help them deal with the obstacles they face. This study is descriptive and relies on social surveys: a comprehensive survey was …

The Role Of Student Councils In Promoting Democratic Practices Among Students In Public Schools In The South Al Sharqiyah Governorate Of The Sultanate Of Oman From The Students’ Perspective And Ways To Improve It, Fahad Salim Saif Al-Masruri

Journal of Arts and Social Sciences

This study aimed to reveal the appreciation score of public-school students in the South Al Sharqiyah Governorate in the Sultanate of Oman for the role of student councils in enhancing their democratic practice, and ways to develop it, in addition to knowing the impact of variables of gender and stage of study. To achieve the objectives of the study, the researcher used the descriptive analytical method, where the researcher prepared a questionnaire consisting of (39) statements, which was applied to the study sample consisting of (268) male and female students in the South Al Sharqiyah Governorate.The results of the study …

The Degree Of Inclusion Of Dimensions Of National Identity In The Science Textbook In The Global Series (Cambridge) Curriculum For Grades (1-4) In The Sultanate Of Oman, Lahiya Hamed Said Alquraini, Said Mohammed Ali Alrashdi

Journal of Arts and Social Sciences

This study aimed to reveal the extent to which dimensions of national identity are included in science textbooks for grades 1-4 in the global Cambridge science series at Omanis Schools. The study content five dimensions (national, social, cultural-civilization, environmental, and technological) by using the descriptive-analytical method, employing content analysis. The content of the science textbooks analyzed using various analysis units such as words, sentences, and images. The research directed towards studying five specific dimensions of national identity: national, social, cultural-civilization, environmental, and technological. The analysis form is used as an analytical tool, containing five analytical dimensions with statements distributed across …

Promoting National Identity Through Innovation In Omani Traditional Cuisine Entrepreneurship: A Case Study, Samra Ramadhan Al Zadjali

Journal of Arts and Social Sciences

National identity is a fundamental pillar in the construction and cohesion of societies, as it expresses the cultural and historical values that characterize each nation. In the face of increasing global challenges, the strengthening of national identity has become an urgent necessity to preserve cultural heritage and strengthen national belonging. In this sense, innovation in entrepreneurship can play a pivotal role in achieving this goal, especially when it is associated with popular cuisine, which embodies a significant part of cultural identity. This research also represents an attempt to explore how to enhance the Omani national identity through entrepreneurial innovation associated …

National Identity: Between Responsible Citizenship And Its Future Challenges Records Exhibitions And Their Accompanying Activities At The National Records And Archives Authority As A Model, Hanan Bint Mahmood Ahmed

Journal of Arts and Social Sciences

This paper aims to explore the importance of enhancing national identity through records exhibitions and the content of the permanent exhibition of the National Records and Archives Authority (NRAA). It highlights the concept of national identity and citizenship. Alos, it identifies their elements and bases, importance, and the major challenges they face in contemporary societies. In addition, it aims to address topics related to responsible citizenship and active community participation, explains the citizenship system, and national culture. The paper clarifies the role of (NRAA) through its cultural activities, local and international records exhibitions, and its permanent exhibition in promoting national …

A Bibliometric And Analytical Study Of Previous Studies Related To Digital Citizenship, Hafidha Bint Saif Bin Suleiman Al- Karusi, Ruqaiya Bint Khamis Al- Alshibli

Journal of Arts and Social Sciences

The current study aimed to investigate previous studies that addressed the topic of curriculum analysis in light of digital citizenship. To achieve the current study’s objective, the researchers employed the descriptive approach “bibliometric analysis.” They used an analysis card to evaluate 31 peer-reviewed scientific studies prepared during the past seven years, from 2017 to 2023. The current study reached several results, the most important of which are: Through its bibliometric analysis of previous studies, the current study demonstrated the low inclusion of digital citizenship in educational curricula, reaching a low rate of 90%. The researchers from Kingdom of Saudi Arabia …

The Role Of Traditional Women’S Fashion In Preserving The Omani Identity, Fatema Yousuf Hamdan Al Balushi

Journal of Arts and Social Sciences

The research aims to identify the role of traditional women’s fashion in preserving the popular heritage from extinction and preserving the Omani identity, by examining and evaluating attempts at renewal and innovation in traditional Omani fashion to preserve identity in the era of globalization. The researcher used the descriptive approach “analytical studies”, and data was collected through a questionnaire that included three axes distributed to (300) women distributed over (5) governorates. The most important results were: Preserving traditional fashion is a means that contributes to establishing identity and citizenship among Omani women. 65% of the sample indicated adherence to traditional …

The Level Of Knowledge Of Sultan Qaboos University Students About Oman Vision 2040 And Their Attitude Towards The Future Of The Country In Light Of The Implementation Of Oman Vision 2040, Saif Nasser Al-Maamari, Maryam Al Kharusi, Muna Al Nasseri

Journal of Arts and Social Sciences

The current study aims to identify the level of knowledge of Sultan Qaboos University students about Oman Vision 2040. The study also aims to reveal their attitudes towards the future of the country in light of the implementation of Oman Vision 2040. To achieve the aim of the study, the descriptive approach was used. To collect data for the study, two tools were used. The first tool was a knowledge test, to measure the level of knowledge of the students of Sultan Qaboos University about the Oman Vision 2040. The second tool was an attitude scale to measure the direction …

The Perceptions Of Special Education Teachers In The Sultanate Of Oman Regarding The Challenges They Face In Enhancing The Cultural Identity Of Their Students In The First Cycle Of Basic Education., Ruqayah Bint Hassan Al-Hadbiya, Zakia Bint Rashid Bin Amer Al-Siyabi

Journal of Arts and Social Sciences

The current study aimed to reveal the challenges faced by first-year special education teachers in the Sultanate of Oman towards enhancing cultural identity among deaf students. To achieve the goal of the study, an open interview was used, which in its final form consisted of ten main questions on a sample of 15 teachers, in various specializations. The results of the study indicated that the challenges lie in the lack of appropriateness of the curriculum for the hearing disabled, the lack of linguistic stock among the hearing disabled, the difficulty and scarcity of educational resources and means, the difficulty of …

Perceptions Of Arabic Language Teachers In The Second Cycle Of Basic Education About The Role Of Educational Curricula In Promoting Cultural Identity, Maryam Fail Bin Khamis Al Badri

Journal of Arts and Social Sciences

The present study aimed to examine Arabic language teachers’ perceptions of the extent to which dimensions of cultural identity are incorporated into Arabic language curricula at Cycle Two schools. To address this objective, the researcher employed a descriptive research design and surveyed a sample of 60 Arabic language teachers (male and female). Data were collected using a structured questionnaire. Based on the findings, the study recommends enhancing the presence of cultural identity in educational curricula and stresses the importance of integrating the concept of cultural identity into Arabic language textbooks, assigning it a level of significance that reflects its importance.

Social Workers’ Perceptions Of The Prevalence Of Cyberbullying Among Post-Primary Education Students In The Sultanate Of Oman, Fawziya Al Saidi, Saif Bin Naser Al-Maamri, Rahma Al Badawi

Journal of Arts and Social Sciences

The current study addressed one of the most important problems facing human societies, which is the phenomenon of cyberbullying, applied to the Sultanate of Oman. The study followed a mixed approach, represented by the documentary and qualitative approaches - the grounded theory method. The study community represented documents related to cyberbullying in terms of its nature, forms, parties, effects, and strategies to confront it. A sample of experts in basic education schools, numbering 8 experts, and semi-standardized interview questions were used as a tool to monitor their perceptions, while verifying the necessary values of objectivity and reliability. The results of …

A Proposed Vision For An Existing Educational Program For Professional And Economic Resources For Traditional Industries With Economic Returns In The Sultanate Of Oman To Enhance The Orientation Of Post-Basic Education Students Towards Entrepreneurial Work, Saif Al-Maamari, Ruqaya Al-Haddabi, Fawzia Al-Wahaabia

Journal of Arts and Social Sciences

The current study aimed to build a proposed vision for an educational program, based on professional funds of knowledge for traditional craft industries with economic returns, to enhance the orientation of post-basic education students in the Sultanate of Oman towards entrepreneurial work. to achieve the goal of the study, the researchers followed the ethnographic approach by applying an ethnographic interview with six experts from those working in traditional craft industries (pottery, palm trees, and the Omani dagger). The study showed many results, the most important of which is that craftsmen in traditional craft industries possess rich professional funds of knowledge …

The Image Of Omani Society And The Factors Shaping It Among Non-Omanis., Rahma Harith Nasser Al-Harrasi

Journal of Arts and Social Sciences

The current study sought to identify the image of the Omani society among non-Omani. Random stratified sampling was used to recruit 245 non-Omani academics working at Sultan Qaboos University, where online questionnaires were distributed. The study revealed that the respondents’ evaluation of the image of the Omani society was high which means that the image of Omani society among non-Omanis is positive. Moreover, the highest evaluation was for the phrase “Omani society is a cohesive society that supports each other”. The study identified several factors that shaped the Omani society’s image among non-Omani such as personal communication, social media, academic …

The Effectiveness Of Teacher Promotion Of Citizenship Values In Reducing Undesirable Behavior Among Tenth-Grade Students In North Al Batinah Governorate From The Teachers’ Point Of View, Saja Bint Said Bin Khamis Al-Farisi

Journal of Arts and Social Sciences

The study aimed to reveal the effectiveness of teacher promotion of citizenship values in reducing undesirable behavior among tenth-grade students in North Al Batinah Governorate from the teachers’ point of view. The researcher used the descriptive approach and conducted semi-structured interviews with eleven male and female teachers. The study’s results indicated the presence of undesirable behavioral patterns, such as chattering, forgetting school supplies, and vandalism. One of the most important values of civic education included in the tenth-grade curricula is the value of sacrifice for the nation’s sake. One of the most important suggestions that help strengthen the values of …

Omani National Identity And Its Role In Peace Diplomacy, Habeeb Bin Marhoon Al-Hady

Journal of Arts and Social Sciences

This study aims to understand one of the most important pillars of Omani foreign policy, represented by Omani national identity, and its roles in the civilizational construction of Oman’s glorious history. The study also traces the efforts of Omani peaceful diplomacy in achieving regional and international peace and security. To achieve this, the study relied on the descriptive-historical method and the analytical method, with an introduction about the pillars of peace in Omani foreign policy and two main sections: the first revolving around Omani national identity as an authentic pillar of Omani foreign policy, and the second section addressing the …

Educational Transformation Through Aligning With Oman Vision 2040, Rabie A. Ramadan

Journal of Arts and Social Sciences

This paper investigates the role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in revolutionizing the education sector under the Oman 2040 vision. The vision aspires to economic sustainability, and education is a cornerstone for achieving this vision. The paper evaluates the present landscape of AI in Oman's educational system, exploring the current initiatives and how AI can be extended in education and be part of its practices. Based on the nature of the study, the methodology employed involves a comprehensive review of available literature and internet resources related to AI applications in education globally and within Oman. This secondary research approach allows for …

Dens Invaginatus Prevalence In Maxillary Lateral Incisors In Egyptian Population: Cone Beam Computed Tomography 3-Dimensional Analysis, Marwa Ezz, Sherif Heidar, Mahinaz Reda Abdelhamed

Dentistry

Introduction: Dens invaginatus also called dens in dente is frequent developmental anomaly, most commonly affect maxillary lateral incisors. It can create an inflammatory and microbial pathway that may compromise pulp vitality. Once detected, intervention must be planned. Aim of the study : This study investigated Dens invaginatus prevalence in maxillary lateral incisors in Egyptian population and its categorization according to Oehlers classification using CBCT. Materials and Methods This study assessed 296 cone beam computed tomography scans including a total number of 592 maxillary lateral incisor. Two experienced examiners: an oral and maxillofacial radiologist and an endodontist, inspected Dens invaginatus in …

Evaluating Resistance Training Knowledge Among Secondary School Educators And Coaches: Development And Impact Of A Professional Development Program, Josh Redden

Doctorate in Kinesiology

Resistance training is a critical component of health-related fitness in secondary education, yet research has consistently demonstrated that physical education teachers and coaches lack sufficient content knowledge to effectively instruct and supervise these programs. This action research study evaluated resistance training content knowledge among physical education (PE) teachers, adapted physical education (APE) teachers, and sport coaches within a Louisiana school district and assessed the impact of a one-hour asynchronous professional development course delivered via school district email. Twenty-six participants completed pre- and post-assessments using a 20-item instrument developed through a modified Delphi process with an expert panel. Data were analyzed …

Genetic Secrets Unveiled: Unraveling Privacy Concerns In Direct-To- Consumer Genetic Testing Between The United States And The European Union, Sofia Marie Cabrera

Journal of International Law and Comparative Studies

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Thyroid Hormone Receptor Alpha In Mitochondrial Transcription, David J. Mahrt

Linfield University Student Symposium: A Celebration of Scholarship and Creative Achievement

Mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA) encodes core proteins in the electron transport and oxidative phosphorylation pathway. The remaining subunits of these protein complexes are encoded in the nuclear genome, translated in the cytosol and imported into mitochondria. Transcription of mtDNA transcription is achieved with three core factors: mitochondrial RNA polymerase (POLMRT), mitochondrial transcription factor A (TFAM), and mitochondrial transcription factor B2 (TFB2M). Regulation of this process requires additional proteins, and likely transcriptional coordination with the nuclear genome. We propose that the thyroid hormone receptor alpha (THRA) acts to coordinate transcription between the two genomes. The thyroid hormone, triiodothyronine (T3), increases mitochondrial biogenesis …

From Vision To Impact: Building A Sustainable Open-Access Peer Reviewed Medical Journal, Darshana T. Shah Phd

All Things Open

The Marshall Journal of Medicine (MJM) was created to strengthen scholarly exchange, clinical innovation, and health professions education in rural Appalachia while making that work openly accessible to readers worldwide. As West Virginia’s first fully open‑access, online, peer‑reviewed medical journal, MJM illustrates how a mission‑driven publishing effort can evolve from an initial idea into lasting scholarly infrastructure—and how publication activity can translate into measurable impact.

MJM’s development centered on three strategic pillars:

• a clearly articulated scope focused on clinically relevant and educationally innovative scholarship
• rigorous peer‑review and editorial practices that ensure credibility and quality
• operational partnerships—especially with academic …

The Future Is Diamond: Open Journals Collective, Galadriel Chilton, Caroline Edwards

All Things Open

The Open Journals Collective is a Collective Community Interest Company based in the UK that exists to benefit the community rather than private shareholders. Composed of journal publishers, editors, and librarians, the OJC community is dedicated to building a sustainable future for academic journals as a strong alternative to profit-making models of global corporate publishing and data systems. Officially launched in January 2026, this international organization is working to build a scalable pathway away from commercial publishers and subscription models to keep academic publishing within values-aligned organizations. But what is diamond open access, and why is it important for libraries …