Articles : Volume-1, Issue-1
ORIGINAL ARTICLE
Integrating Artificial Intelligence into Medical Education in Pakistan: Opportunities, Challenges, and Future Directions
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In many medical schools worldwide, artificial intelligence (AI) is becoming an essential component of education, but adoption in Pakistan remains limited. Integrating AI literacy, ethical standards, and regulatory frameworks into undergraduate curricula can improve clinical preparedness and align training with global standards.
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Assessment and Comparison of Markers of Inflammation and Systemic Immune Inflammation Index in Patients of Bipolar Disorder Currently in Mania and Controls at SMS Medical College, Jaipur
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Increasing evidence suggests that immune-
inflammatory mechanisms play a significant role in the
pathophysiology of bipolar disorder, particularly during acute
mood episodes. Simple hematological inflammatory markers and
the systemic immune-
inflammationindex(SII)haveemergedasaccessibletoolstoassesssyste
micinflammation, but data focusing specifically on bipolar disorder
during mania remain limited, especially from Indian settings.
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Evaluating STEM Education in Nigeria: Secondary School Teachers’ Perspectives from
Imo State on Preparing Students for the Digital Era
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This descriptive survey research investigates the perception of male and female secondary school
teachers in Owerri Municipal, Imo State, Nigeria, regarding the effectiveness of the Nigerian curriculum in
delivering quality STEM education and their preparedness to integrate technology into their teaching. The study
populationconsistedof all310 seniorsecondary schoolteachers(78 males and 132females)inOwerri Municipal
Council.Thestudyemployedthreeresearchquestionsandutilizeda15-itemquestionnairetitledTeachers’
PerceptiontowardstheEffectivenessofSTEMEducationintheNigerianCurriculum"(TPESENC)fordata
collection. The instrument's reliability was determined using Cronbach's Alpha, yielding a coefficient of 0.83. The
findings revealed concerns among teachers regarding the curriculum's adequacy in covering essential STEM
concepts, its relevance to students' needs, and the effectiveness of assessment methods. While teachers reported
adequateaccesstotechnologicalresourcesandadministrativesupport,theyindicate
alackofsufficient
laboratory equipment. Encouragingly, teachers expressed confidence in their ability to integrate technology into
theirteachingandbelievedinitspotentialtoenhancestudentengagementandlearningoutcomes.Basedonthese
findings, the study recommends a comprehensive review and revision of the Nigerian STEMcurriculum to ensure
alignment with 21st-century skills and the specific needsof Imo State students.
ORIGINAL ARTICLE
Tourism Development in the Tam Giang–Cau Hai Lagoon System: Prospects and Challenges
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The Tam Giang – Cau Hai Lagoon is the largest brackish-water system in Southeast Asia, playing
a pivotal role in the ecology, economy, and culture of Hue. Boasting unique natural landscapes,
diverse ecosystems, and the rich heritage of local fishing communities, this region holds immense
potential for ecotourism, community-based tourism, and experiential travel integrated with
environmental conservation. However, tourism activities in the Tam Giang – Cau Hai lagoon system
have yet to reach their full potential. Tourism products remain monotonous, while infrastructure
and management practices are not synchronized. Furthermore, local community participation is
still limited, and environmental challenges are on the rise. This necessitates strategic orientations
and appropriate solutions to effectively harness the region's tourism potential, aiming toward
sustainable development in the future.
Keywords: Ecotourism; Community-based tourism; Tam Giang–Cau Hai Lagoon system; Sustainable development
Keywords: Ecotourism; Community-based tourism; Tam Giang–Cau Hai Lagoon system; Sustainable development
ORIGINAL ARTICLE
Heartful Living: A Transdisciplinary Path to Balanced Environmental Sustainability
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Scientists and educationists generally agree on global warming, population growth, and the depletion of finite resources. Air, land, and water are increasingly polluted by chemicals and radioactive waste. There is also concern about consumerist market systems that continue to expand without considering long-term consequences for living systems, including environmental sustainability. Scientific study, government policies, and public awareness are crucial elements in addressing these problems. However, the challenge today is so great that it calls for a change in human consciousness—redefining what it means to be a creature of the Earth. This demands a new educational understanding and experience of bonding with nature and spirituality. Spirituality is a state of mind that helps us understand that truth and love are beyond the barriers of worldliness, caste, creed, race, or geographical boundaries. It is universal in nature, and such a balanced approach brings great satisfaction to humankind. It connects us to universal consciousness and gives a meaningful perspective in life, focusing on peace, positivity, and environmental sustainability.
Keywords: Sustainability, Spirituality, Environment, Heartfulness
Keywords: Sustainability, Spirituality, Environment, Heartfulness