Getting physical with medical education:Exercise based virtual anatomy review classes for medical students

The benefits of regular physical activity are well known.Yet,few studies have examined the effectiveness of integrating physical activity(PA)into curricula within a post-secondary setting.To investigate the incorporation of PA into medical curriculum,we developed a series of optional exercise-based review sessions designed to reinforce musculoskeletal(MSK)anatomy course material.These synchronous sessions were co-taught by a group fitness instructor and an anatomy instructor.The fitness instructor would lead students through both strength and yoga style exercises,while the anatomy instructor asked questions about relevant anatomical structures related to course material previously covered.After the sessions,participants were asked to evaluate the classes on their self-reported exam preparedness in improving MSK anatomy knowledge,PA levels,and mental wellbeing.Thirty participants completed surveys;a majority agreed that the classes increased understanding of MSK concepts(90.0%)and activity levels(97.7%).Many(70.0%)felt that the classes helped reduce stress.The majority of respondents(90.0%)agreed that the classes contributed to increased feelings of social connectedness.Overall,medical students saw benefit in PA based interventions to supplement MSK course concepts.Along with increasing activity levels and promoting health behaviours,integrating PA into medical curriculum may improve comprehension of learning material,alleviate stress and foster social connectivity among medical students.

Applied anatomy of the cervical region of the recurrent laryngeal nerve

BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE： To avoid recurrent laryngeal nerve （RLN） injury during thyroid surgery, it is important to identify the nerve and to follow its projection carefully to discriminate it from the inferior thyroid artery. DESIGN, TIME AND SETTING： All studies were performed at the Anatomy Division of Shaoyang Medical College from May 2003 to May 2004 with repeated measurement design. MATERIALS： Fifty embalmed adult corpses, comprising 20 females and 30 males, were obtained by donation. METHODS AND MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES： The projection, branches, and the relationship of the RLN to the inferior thyroid artery were observed. RESULTS： The RLN in all cases ascended through the tracheoesophageal groove at the isthmus superior levels of the thyroid gland. However, the RLN in 14 cases were situated inferior to the isthmus of the thyroid gland; 11 cases were to the right side and 2 cases to the left side, projected in the tracheoesophageal groove, and ascended away from the groove after 4.5-6.5 mm. The RLN typically ramified at the thyroid isthmus plane （44 cases, 44% of all cases）. The RLN branches were variable. Type 2 rami were most common in the RLN, accounting for 55%; the second most common was RLN branches with no rami. RLN braches with type 3 rami, 4 rami, and 5 rami were less common. Approximately 54% of nerves were situated behind the main branch artery. The nerves located adjacent to the arteries, and between the arterial branches, were similar; the former applied to 19 cases, accounting for 19%, whereas the latter applied to 18 cases, accounting for 18%. Left nerves behind the artery, and right nerves before the artery, were more common. There were significant differences between the left and right nerves （P 〈 0.01）. CONCLUSION： There was not a significant difference in the projection of the RLN, while a significant difference in the number of RLN branches existed. In addition, the anatomical relationship of the RLN and the inferior thyroid artery exhibited side differences.

Applied anatomy study of anterior tragal perforating artery(ATPA)

Objective To investigate anterior tragal perforating aftery( ATPA) and provide anatomic basis for flap derived from preauricular area. Methods Twenty ( 40 sides) cadaver heads fixed in 10% formalin solution and perfused with red - colored latex were used to perform gross anatomy study. Two heads of fresh cadaver

Applied anatomy of the path of retroperitoneoscopic surgery

Objective To discover the anatomical basis of retroperitoneoscopic surgery. Methods Twenty Chinese adult cadavers including 12 men and 8 women were anatomized. The relationship between nerves, vessels of the lateral abdominal wall, retroperitoneal structures and the path of retroperitoneoscopic surgery were measured. Results In male cadavers, the distance between the iliac crest and trigonum lumbale was 4.02±1.26 cm on the left, and 3.83 ± 0.90 cm on the right. The distance between the iliac crest and iliohypogastricus nerve was 0.82 ± 0.13 cm on the left and 0.84±0.08 cm on the right. The distance between the subcostal nerve and Ⅻ rib in the posterior axillary line and midaxillary line was 0.79 ±0.26 cm,1.65± 1.12 cm on the left and 0.78 ± 0.30 cm, 1.59 ± 1.07 cm on the right respectively. The distance between the ureter of inferior pole of kidney and extra-border of psoas was 2.24 ± 0.67 cm on the left and 2.19 ± 0.73 cm on the right. The distance between crossing of the ureter and iliac

Applied anatomy of radial midforearm flap pedicled with intermuscular branch of radial artery

To provide anatomic basis for transposition of vascularized radial midforearm flap.Methods On 40 adult cadaveric upper limb specimens injected with red dye,the origin,course,branchs,diameters and anastomosis of intermuscular branch of radial artery and its cutaneous branch were observed.Results Originating from radial artery,intermuscular branch of radial artery descended along periosteum closely between pronator teres and supinator,the main stem was (4.8±1.0)cm in length and (1.2±0.2)mm in diameter.After its periosteal branches were sent off to distribute over middle and inferior shaft of radius,its cutaneous branch perforated from intermuscle and deep fascia and anastomosed with some other cutaneous branches in the forearm.Perforating point of the cutaneous branch was located (11.1±1.3)cm beneath lateral epicondyle of humerus,its diameter was about (0.6±0.1)mm.Conclusion Radial midforrarm flap pedicled with intermuscular branch of radial artery can be transferred to repair soft tissue defect of elbow,forearm or hand.7 refs.

The Role of Impulsivity and Addiction in Gambling Behaviors: How Applied Neuroscience Research Can Help in the Monitoring and Management of Mental Health Issues

One in five Americans experience symptoms associated with at least one mental health disorder every year. These include behavioral addictions, which have long been overlooked despite their similar neural bases with substance addictions. Gambling addiction, a type of behavioral addiction, deserves particular attention given the significant negative effects, this addiction has on financial and interpersonal health. The purpose of this paper is to review the available literature concerning the behavioral and neural processes involved in gambling addiction, including: the anticipation of reward, the role of dopamine, and the neural substrates of the decision-making processes involved in gambling addiction. Market research has also identified solutions that integrate applied neuroscience and self-tracking systems to monitor and manage mental health issues associated with gambling addiction. The authors then propose a gambling treatment-focused mobile app solution that addresses outstanding issues with a special design aimed at reversing plasticity in order to relieve the effects of gambling addiction. .

Wood anatomy chronologies of Scots pine in the foothills of the Western Sayan(Siberia)

Recent methodological advances in quantitative wood anatomy have provided new insights into the climatic responses of radial growth at the scale of cell structure of tree rings. This study considered long-term chronologies of tracheid measurements, indexed by a novel approach to separate their specific climatic responses from signal recorded in cell production(closely reflected in tree-ring width). To fill gaps in understanding the impact of climate on conifer xylem structure, Scots pine(Pinus sylvestris L.)trees > 200 years old were selected within the forest-steppe zone in southern Siberia. Such habitats undergo mild moisture deficits and the resulting climatic regulation of growth processes. Mean and maximum values of cell radial diameter and cell wall thickness were recorded for each tree ring.Despite a low level of climatogenic stress, components of cell chronologies independent of cambial activity were separated to obtain significant climatic signals revealing the timing of the specific stages of tracheid differentiation. Cell expansion lasted from mid-April to July and was impacted similarly to tree-ring width(stimulated by precipitation and stressed by heat), maximum cell size formed late June. A switch in the climatic responses of mean anatomical traits indicated transition to latewood in mid-July. Secondary wall deposition lasted until mid-September, suppressed by end of season temperatures. Generally, anatomical climatic responses were modulated by a less dry May and September compared with summer months.

Exploring Nominalization in English Abstracts of Applied Linguistics Research Articles:A Comparative Study Between Chinese and International Journals

Researchers around the world strive to communicate new knowledge,primarily via publication,with the abstract being crucial in conveying core insights.Previous research has generally analyzed the discourse features of abstracts from a macro perspective and often employed either outdated texts,such as those over a decade old,or papers written by authors with lower English academic writing proficiency as research material.In this study,we analyzed forty abstracts from leading journals in applied linguistics,evenly split between Chinese and international journals.It revealed that the use of nominalization in abstracts by Chinese and international scholars showed similarities due to the universal academic requirement for conciseness.However,due to cultural and educational differences,each group differed in their respective language choices and nominalization usage.By analyzing the application of nominalization in different cultural contexts,the results of our study offered practical suggestions for crafting abstracts that effectively convey information,thereby,contributing to the broader academic community.

Opinions of Students on the Contribution of the DIVA 3D Virtual Dissection Table to the Teaching of Anatomy at the Faculty of Medicine and Odontostomatology of Bamako

Objective: Study the contribution of the DIVA 3D dissection table in the teaching of anatomy at the Faculty of Medicine and Odontology of Bamako. Material and Methods: This was a qualitative study carried out from November 1 to December 30, 2023 at the clinical and morphological anatomy laboratory of the Faculty of Medicine and Odontostomatology of Bamako. Included in this study were students who participated in practical and tutorial sessions. The variables studied during this study were: the previous performance of dissection on a cadaver by the students, the opinion of the students on dissection on a cadaver, the replacement of dissection on a cadaver by virtual dissection in the absence of a body, the level student satisfaction. Results: We surveyed 130 participants. The average age was 22 ± 0.2 years with extremes of 17 and 29 years. 95.3% of participants were students. According to 66.7% of participants, virtual dissection is a good palliative in the absence of a corpse. 95.3% of participants found using the virtual dissection table easy with an average of 7.88 ± 1.4. The overall assessment was well rated by 99.3% of participants. Conclusion: According to the results of this study, the virtual dissection table should be improved by integrating commented videos. The use of the DIVA 3D virtual dissection table during practical and tutorial sessions is well appreciated by the students. We believe that the teaching of anatomy using 3D digital technology should be included in the study programs of the Faculty of Medicine and Odontostomatology.

Science and reflections: With some thoughts to young applied scientists and engineers

I provide some science and reflections from my experiences working in geophysics,along with connections to computational and data sciences,including recent developments in machine learning.I highlight several individuals and groups who have influenced me,both through direct collaborations as well as from ideas and insights that I have learned from.While my reflections are rooted in geophysics,they should also be relevant to other computational scientific and engineering fields.I also provide some thoughts for young,applied scientists and engineers.

Intracranial magnetic resonance venography in healthy individuals:normal anatomy and variations of the cerebral venous system

Objective:To evaluate the basic appearance and variation of the venous sinuses and veins in healthy individuals.Methods:Prospectively-recruited healthy volunteers completed a questionnaire and underwent magnetic resonance imaging plus contrast-enhanced magnetic resonance venography(CE-MRV)to measure their sinus diameters.Anatomical variations of cerebral venous sinuses were evaluated.Results:Fifty-eight individuals were included.The mean diameter of the left transverse sinus(LTS)(5.37±1.35 mm)was significantly smaller than that of the right transverse sinus(RTS)(6.65±1.57 mm)(P<0.001),and the average discrepancy was 19.2%.RTS dominance was noted in 55.1%of cases.Four superior sagittal sinus(SSS)anatomical variations were found.Type A was the most common and was present in 43 participants(74.1%).The SSS preferentially drained into the RTS in 32 patients(55.2%),and arachnoid granulation was observed in the transverse sinus(TS)and SSS in patients.According to our reclassification combined with Osborn’s previous research,we found that the SSS commonly drained into the RTS and that the straight sinus(StS)branched into both TSs.Conclusions:A 19%difference between the LTS and RTS provides a threshold for TS lateral dominance instead of a TS abnormality.Clinicians and radiologists should not ignore the influence of acquired pathology when the SSS drains in a non-RTS-dominant manner.Anatomical variations of the torcular herophili are frequent;the most commonly observed was the StS branching into both TSs,with the SSS draining into the RTS.

A Study of English Grammar Teaching and Cultural Introduction from the Perspective of Applied Linguistics

Grammar teaching is the main content of university English teaching,and the quality of teaching will affect the effect of university talent cultivation.Based on the perspective of applied linguistics,it is crucial to use cultural introduction teaching for English grammar teaching.This paper will combine the basic concepts of applied linguistics and cultural introduction teaching,analyze the role of using the cultural introduction teaching method to innovate grammar teaching mode under the perspective of applied linguistics,and put forward a scientific English grammar teaching strategy with the goal of improving teaching quality.

A Study on the Utilization of Applied Linguistics in Contemporary English Teaching

In the context of globalization,the importance of teaching English as a common language in the world becomes increasingly apparent.Applied Linguistics belongs to one of the sub-disciplines of linguistics,which plays an important role in contemporary English teaching.The knowledge of applied linguistics can help students learn the grammar,semantics,vocabulary,writing,and other contents in English,deepen their knowledge and understanding of English,and enhance the effectiveness of English teaching.This paper mainly describes the important role played by English linguistics in English teaching and focuses on its utilization strategies in the hope of providing references on this topic.

Values and Paths of Ideological and Political Education in College English Teaching in Applied Universities

As the state promotes teaching reform with the goal of ideological and political education,the teaching of various disciplines in colleges and universities is facing new challenges and novel research topics.In applied colleges and universities,as a compulsory course of general education,the ideological and political education elements have not been deeply explored,and the function of ideological and political education that should be undertaken by English teaching has not been fully realized.This paper analyzes the value of ideological and political education in college English in applied colleges and universities and discusses the effective path of ideological and political education in college English in applied colleges and universities from the four levels of teachers,teaching materials,teaching methods,and curriculum.

Construction and Practice of Education and Teaching Quality Assurance Systems in Applied Colleges and Universities under the Background of Digital Intelligence

This paper discusses the optimization strategy of education and teaching quality assurance systems in applied colleges and universities under the background of digital intelligence.It first summarizes the relevant theories of digital intelligence transformation and analyzes the impact of digital intelligence transformation on higher education.Secondly,this paper puts forward the principles of constructing the quality assurance system of applied colleges,including strengthening the quality assurance consciousness,improving teachers’digital literacy,and implementing digital intelligence governance.From the practical perspective,this paper expounds on strategies such as optimizing educational teaching resource allocation,constructing a diversified evaluation system of teaching quality,strengthening the construction and training of teaching staff,and innovating teaching management methods.Specific optimization measures are put forward,such as improving policies,regulations,and system guarantees,strengthening cooperation between schools and enterprises,integrating industry,school,and research,building an educational information platform,and improving the monitoring and feedback mechanism of educational quality.

A Preliminary Study on Anatomy of the Stem and Leaf of Premna microphylla Turcz.

[Objective] This study was to reveal the anatomic structure of Premna microphylla Turcz.stem and leaf.[Method] Using plant anatomy method,we performed anatomic analysis of Premna microphylla Turcz.stem and leaf.[Result] The stem of Premna microphylla Turcz.is axially symmetric organ,its primary structure consists of three parts of epidermis,cortex and vascular cylinder.The petiole consists of epidermis,cortex and vascular cylinder,of which epidermis is a layer of cells with cuticle and epidermal hair.The sun leaf in Premna microphylla is dorsi-ventral leaf,wich is consist of palisade tissue and spongy tissue;while its shade leaf of Premna microphylla almost are isobilateral leaf.[Conclusion] Our results provided reference for further the exploitation and utilization of Premna microphylla Turcz.resources.

Fruit Anatomy of sect. Paracamellia with Reference to Their Significance of Germplasm Resources Exploitation

[Objective] To utilize the germplasm resources,new systematic evidence for the classification of sect.Paracamellia,genus Camellia is found in this article.[Method] Fruit anatomy of 10 species representing sect.Paracamellia was investigated.And the main component of sect.Paracamellia in the genus Camellia was studied by MVSP software.[Result] The exocarp was thin;mesocarp was broad,having a large number of stone cells;endocarp was lignified,and separated easily from seed.The principle components analysis suggested that the distance between species was far,showing far relation;the current study did not support the formation of Camellia grijsii（C.grijsii）and Camellia yuhsienensis（C.yuhsienensis）,Camellia shensiensis（C.shensiensis）should not be recognized as a variety of C.yuhsienensis.In addition,it also proved Ming＇s combining of Camellia confusa（C.confusa）and Camellia kissi（C.kissi）was unnatural.[Conclusion] The study provided theoretical basis for the development and application of sect.Paracamellia in the genus Camellia.

儿童颈项部腧穴三维数字可视化系统研发与应用

背景:目前已有成人腧穴三维数字化、可视化系统的相关研究,但基于真实儿童数字化断层解剖数据集对儿童腧穴可视化相关的研究报道并不多见。目的:设计研发儿童颈项部腧穴数字三维可视化系统,为针灸学、经络腧穴学教学、针灸临床、针刺施术手法练习及针刺安全性研究提供依据,并为研发儿童腧穴仿真系统提供基础。方法:基于真实学龄前男童断层解剖数据集,运用PhotoShop 2021与Digihuman Reconstruction System软件完成儿童颈项部三维数字化虚拟解剖模型及内部多器官三维重建;通过Unity数据库语言编制风府、风池等11个腧穴的数据库;在Unity3D软件中整合儿童颈项部解剖立体模型、腧穴数据库及编写针刺操作代码,成功创建集仿真腧穴定位、三维腧穴解剖、针刺训练、临床教学及针刺安全性研究等多功能于一体的儿童颈项部腧穴三维数字可视化系统。结果与结论:①该研究基于真实儿童标本,采用手动逐层分割断面图像法以最大程度确保3D模型精度。使用3D软件Digihuman Reconstruction System提取和保存独立分割数据,与PhotoShop 2021软件共同完成儿童颈项部外层皮肤与其内部骨性结构、颈部脊髓、血管和神经、肌肉及韧带等数十个三维重建解剖结构模型。于MeshLab软件中完成各独立结构基本形态和整体轮廓完整性核验工作,并利用3-maticresearch13.0软件进行最终精细化调校及解剖位置确认,成功模拟还原学龄前儿童颈项部真实解剖形态。②依据并参考中华人民共和国国家标准收集整理儿童颈项部常用腧穴的名称、所属经脉、定位、局部解剖、进针层次、针刺方法、针刺意外与预防、腧穴主治、二维解剖断层图像等8个方面内容形成腧穴数据库。③运用Unity3D软件将儿童颈项部三维模型、针刺模拟操作和腧穴数据库三者整合,成功构建三维数字儿童颈项部腧穴可视化系统。该系统可显示儿童颈项部腧穴的信息、二维三维解剖结构,并实现了儿童颈项部腧穴的二维、三维针刺模拟功能及针刺安全性研究功能。基于真实儿童标本超薄断层解剖数据集,构建了首个儿童颈项部腧穴三维数字化、可视化系统,较既往腧穴系统更贴合亚洲儿童的解剖形态学发育特点,在针刺安全性研究、临床教学及针刺模拟训练等领域具有极高的应用价值。

Complete Anatomy软件在骨科手术入路教学中的应用

目的评价Complete Anatomy三维解剖软件在骨科住院医师手术入路教学中的作用。方法将我院骨科低年资住院医师20人随机分为两组,每组各10人。软件教学组采用Complete Anatomy三维解剖软件进行授课;书籍教学组采用骨科经典教科书和解剖图谱进行授课。两组授课内容均为膝关节、髋关节、踝关节的经典手术入路相关解剖知识。通过笔试和尸体考核,比较两组对手术入路解剖知识学习效果的差异,同时通过问卷调查比较两组教学满意度的差异。结果笔试分数和尸体考核分数,软件教学组分别为(85.6±12.4)分和(76.3±9.7)分,书籍教学组分别为(68.3±9.5)分和(63.1±13.9)分,组间各数据比较,差异均具有统计学意义(P <0.05)。对于教学满意度评分,软件教学组为(92.6±7.3)分,书籍教学组为(82.4±10.7)分,组间数据比较,差异具有统计学意义(P <0.05)。结论与采用经典书籍和图谱教学相比,采用Complete Anatomy软件教学可显著提高骨科常见手术入路的教学效果,不仅能使学员掌握更多解剖知识,同时大大增强其对真实环境下解剖结构的辨识能力,教学满意度评价也更高。

主路式水肥一体机施肥系统的设计与试验

针对现阶段水肥一体化设备存在施肥不均、自动化程度不高及滞后性严重的问题,根据现代化农业节水省肥和减少环境污染的灌溉要求,设计了一款可实现自动混肥、施肥、节水灌溉的主路式水肥一体化施肥机。根据液肥的EC和pH值调节过程的特点,开发了以SIEMENS S7-1200为核心的液肥控制系统硬件,并结合MatLab设计了以模糊PID为控制器的液肥EC和pH值控制系统。为验证施肥机在实际应用中的精确性和鲁棒性,设计了施肥系统动态调节性能试验,结果表明:在施肥阶段,模糊PID控制系统具有较短的稳态时间和较小的超调量,相比于PID控制系统,对EC和pH值进行调节的稳态时间分别减少了37.7%和52.1%,稳态超调量分别降低了1.2%和2.2%,可实现对混肥溶液进行迅速有效的调节,满足现代农业实际生产需要。