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As an overview provided to the South American Workshop on Marine Biodiversity, this article presents the unique collaborative approach of the Census of Marine Life (CoML) to increasing our knowledge of the abundance, distribution and diversity of marine life throughout the world's oceans. Five elements comprise the foundation of the research program, providing information and methods useful for enhancing our understanding of marine biodiversity, both historically and today, and making sound predictions of biological diversity in the future. (1) A series of initial field projects will demonstrate techniques or technologies to be applied to future studies. Some of these will test new technologies in well-known areas of the ocean, but most will take place in poorly known regions where both new and existing methods of surveying marine life will yield new information. (2) The Ocean Biogeographic Information System will make CoML and independent biological data accessible by serving as a single entry point to a distributed federation of databases. It will also provide tools for all users to create visualizations of the distribution and abundance of organisms together with environmental parameters in three dimensions. (3) Through the History of Marine Animal Populations, the historical component of the CoML, biologists and marine historians will mine and analyze historical records dating before human impact on the ocean became significant. (4) Exploring and documenting the multitude of ocean life accessible today requires advanced technology, and the CoML is working with the Scientific Committee on Oceanic Research Working Group on New Technologies for Observing Marine Life to move recent technological advances for observing marine life into the field. (5) The Future of Marine Animal Populations program will demonstrate and develop modeling approaches to hindcasting and forecasting changes in global biodiversity in response to fishing, pollution, and climate change.

We carried out a systematic review on the importance of reducing viral load, as a strategy to reduce the risk of infection or to diminish the severity of the disease. We selected 113 publications and analyzed the theoretical concepts and recommendations we made with the best medical evidence available. Viral load is related to the attack rate and severity of COVID-19. It has been recognized that the production of aerosols is the main source of contagion among health personnel. The risk of contagion is higher in closed and poorly ventilated spaces, where people stay with several individuals for a long time, without due distance and without protection. The contagion rate is higher than 80% and there is a very high mortality. Another source of super spread occurs among health personnel who have to care for COVID patients for long periods of time, and inhale their respiratory secretions, without having appropriate protective equipment. Surgeons and other professionals have to attend the public: unknown people who may be carriers of the virus; therefore, are exposed to contagion. The main preventive protection that will help us reduce the viral load is: the widespread use of masks, eye protection, distancing, hand hygiene and sanitation of the environment. Even though there is a lack of evidence regarding their effectiveness, these should be used for precaution and must be compulsory and universal.

Information and Communication Technology has rigorously impacted upon the way the teaching and learning is being carried out in the classrooms of twenty first century. Digital learning has opened the doors of a new classroom and has made knowledge and information accessible to everyone in any corner of the globe. Cyber resources are a collection of various online resources. The quality of nation depends on the quality of human capital it has, and ultimately the quality of human capital depends on the quality of education. Teaching and learning process is considered very important in education. Teacher plays a vital role in imparting knowledge and influences the students’ learning and their educational accomplishments. The main objective of this paper is to assess the attitude towards using cyber resources among prospective teachers. Sample of the study comprises of 300 prospective teachers randomly selected. Normative survey method was employed for data collection. The Attitude towards using Cyber Resources scale constructed and standardized by Dr. S. Rajasekar (2010) was used for data collection. Three hypotheses were formulated to guide this study. Student’s ‘t’ test was used to analyse the collected data. Results revealed that gender, educational qualification and discipline do not influence the attitude towards using cyber resources among prospective teachers. The prospective teachers have felt the need to use cyber resources for strengthening their knowledge by accessing advanced materials, reach out their students, and to use cyber resources as an effective teaching tool especially in this pandemic period.

This article explores the concept of critical thinking and highlights its importance in the education of philology students, particularly through the lens of teaching literary genres such as magical realism. In the context of rapid social, economic, and informational changes, the modern labor market demands not only specialized knowledge but also the ability to think critically, make informed decisions, and adapt to new situations. These metacognitive competencies are central to what is defined as critical thinking – an essential skill of the 21st century. Critical thinking is recognized as a core educational objective in Kazakhstan’s State Educational Standards, as well as in international frameworks such as the OECD and PISA. The growing need for professionals capable of independent reasoning and reflection underscores the relevance of this study. The article aims to analyze critical thinking as a fundamental academic and professional skill, and to identify effective pedagogical strategies for its development in philological education. The study systematizes theoretical approaches to critical thinking and examines established models, including those proposed by Bloom, Facione, and Kemp. Their strengths and limitations are assessed in relation to current educational goals. Methodologically, the research draws on psychological-pedagogical literature, normative documents, and scholarly works by authors such as Facione, Halpern, Ennis, and Iskhakov. Special attention is given to teaching strategies that foster critical thinking, including debates, the Socratic method, and project- and problem-based learning. The integration of digital technologies in learning environments is also examined for its potential to support critical engagement. In conclusion, the article presents a comprehensive approach to developing critical thinking in philology students, aimed at preparing competitive, adaptable, and independent professionals capable of responding effectively to the challenges of the contemporary information society.

The study of parent-child relations has grown tremendously in recent years coupled with its implication on the emotional intelligence of students. This study examined the inuence of parenting styles on emotional intelligence of secondary school students in Chennai District. Forty (40) parent and 40 students were randomly selected from special schools with age ranging from 15 to 19 years (mean age = 17 years) through stratied random sampling techniques. The study being a survey research, made use of a questionnaire consisting of two validated subscales; the Trait Emotional Intelligence Questionnaire (TEIQue) and the Parenting Style Inventory (PSI). Three hypotheses were raised and tested. Hypotheses one and three were analyzed using Pearson's product moment correlation while regression analysis was employed to analyze hypothesis two. In testing the relationship between parenting styles and emotional intelligence, result shows that father's authoritative parenting style (r = 0.152, p < .005) and mother's authoritative parenting style (r = 0.227, p < .01) contributed to the prediction of emotional intelligence. Regression analysis shows that of the six predictor variables, only mother's authoritative parenting style (β = 1.952, t = 2.345, p<.05) could signicantly predict the emotional intelligence of senior school students. Being emotionally intelligent adds value to life. Emotions are important to our everyday lives; hence, young people should be assisted on how to control their emotions. Parents, teachers and signicant others need to provide guidance for the development emotional intelligence of these young impressionable students.

Integration of information and communication technology (ICT) has transformed higher education, by improving its efficiency and accessibility. Online courses, MOOCs, and digital libraries have made education more accessible globally, allowing students to engage with resources and materials from anywhere. Learning Management Systems (LMS) and adaptive learning tools offer personalized, interactive educational experiences, while virtual classrooms and collaborative platforms foster communication and teamwork among students. Data-driven analytics help institutions optimize student performance and retention, and assistive technologies ensure inclusivity for students with disabilities. Technology also streamlines administrative tasks, improving efficiency, and enabling universities to offer flexible learning options. Moreover, it facilitates global collaboration, research innovation, and international partnerships, along with supporting lifelong learning and professional growth. Overall, technology has reshaped the way of delivering education and it also provides rich experience, by making it more dynamic, inclusive, and accessible to a broader audience. The use of technology in higher education has not only reshaped how learning takes place but has also expanded the possibilities of education for students and faculty alike. By overcoming geographic, economic, and physical barriers, technology has made education more accessible by creating an inclusive and diverse academic environment. Moreover, it has facilitated administrative improvements, research advancements, and global collaborations, leading to a more connected and forward-thinking educational ecosystem. As we move toward the future, ongoing technological innovations will likely continue to enhance and redefine the academic experience, ensuring that higher education remains relevant and fulfilling the needs of an ever-evolving world. Technology has reshaped education system in profound ways, fundamentally transforming how teaching, learning, and administration are executed. The introduction of technology into education has shifted from traditional methods to more dynamic, interactive, and personalized approaches. It has completely transformed the education system by opening various avenues for learning.

Germline variants in ARID1A have been associated with the so-called BAFopathies, including Coffin-Siris syndrome, which is characterized by hypertrichosis, short fifth finger, thin upper lip, and thick lower lip, is associated with a unique episignature. Hydrocephalus has not been considered part of BAFopathy until recently, when ARID1A variants were implicated in prenatal-onset hydrocephalus. It remains unknown whether ARID1A-associated hydrocephalus is linked to a specific class of variants and whether it exhibits an episignature comparable to that of BAFopathies. We conducted genomic and epigenomic analyses on a fetus diagnosed with severe hydrocephalus on prenatal ultrasound at 19 weeks. After detailed genetic counseling, the pregnancy was terminated at 21 weeks. The delivered fetus exhibited short fifth fingers, thin upper lip, and thick lower lip. Postmortem exome sequencing using umbilical cord blood identified a de novo heterozygous frameshift variant in the last exon of ARID1A (NM_006015.6:c.5259_5262dupGTCT, p.(Ser1755Valfs∗2)). The frameshift variant in the last exon was expected to escape nonsense-mediated mRNA decay (NMD), and we did confirm this through RNA-seq. Concurrent episignature analysis by nanopore sequencing and a support vector machine-based classifier showed that the fetus maps to the BAFopathy group rather than a separate position on the UMAP. Genotype-phenotype correlation analysis of unpublished data from previous reports regarding hydrocephalus and potential NMD escape, with input from the original authors, indicated that the association remains ambiguous. Hence, ARID1A-associated hydrocephalus occurs within the broader clinical and epigenomic spectrum of BAFopathies, but a distinct genetic mechanism caused by NMD escape is unlikely to play a role.

Este estudo busca verificar se a utilização de contextos inter-relacionados seria uma metodologia capaz de promover a aprendizagem significativa por meio das práticas pedagógicas que foram realizadas por intermédio dos pibidianos no clube de ciências do colégio da Polícia Militar Cpm Professor Poeta Luis Neves Cotrim, na cidade de Jequié, Bahia. A temática ‘luminescência’ foi selecionada para estudo, dada a diversidade de possibilidades para intercontextualização oferecidas por tal temática. A intercontextualidade é uma condição onde diversos contextos se interligam e interpretam em uma determinada prática social. Sob essa ótica, o uso de tal abordagem didática não visa apenas a contextualização do ensino de química, mas também enfatizar que existem situações que se interligam e se influenciam de forma mútua. Desse modo, consideramos ser esta uma maneira de mostrar aos alunos como é importante o conhecimento científico para compreensão da vida cotidiana nos mais diferentes aspectos. Partindo desse pressuposto, o artigo foi estruturado da seguinte forma: uma revisão da literatura sobre intercontextualidade, construção de conhecimento, luminescência e o estudo de química. Em seguida, está descrita a metodologia utilizada na condução da oficina apresentada em planos de aula e na coleta de dados por meio de um questionário qualitativo aplicado aos alunos. Os resultados da análise dos dados são apresentados na seção subsequente, seguidos por uma discussão das interações desses resultados. Por fim, é possível concluir que a abordagem utilizada foi capaz de apresentar relações entre contextos, criando oportunidades de aprendizagem para o aluno, sendo possível relacionar o conhecimento científico com o saber cotidiano.

The given research presents assembling and testing optoelectronic system to record and process signals from fiber-optic sensors. The main optoelectronic systems to record and process the signals from fiber-optic sensors are light source controller and optical power detector. There was assembled controller diagram, which apart from light source includes current source for its adequate operation, as well as the systems necessary for stabilizing its working point. The scheme was modelled for specifying nominal and maximum operation criteria. Construction has been designed in the way, that light source controller includes structures of the current regulation and stabilization super luminescent diode (SLED) and temperature stabilization. Apart from that, there was assembled the microsystem of optical power detector additionally to the light detector, which includes the microsystems of intensification and filtration of the signal measured, processing analog data into digital form, microcontroller, used for preliminary data analysis. Data of optoelectronic systems diagram to record and process the signals from fiber-optic sensors has high response speed, low noise level and sufficient progress.