Friday 8 December 2017

GRDS International Conference Summary held at Bangkok, November 2017


CONFERENCE SUMMARY



International Association for Promotion of Healthcare and Life-Science Research (IAPHLSR)
3rd ICHLSR Bangkok - International Conference on Healthcare & Life-Science Research
KU Home, Kasetsart University, Chatuchak, Bangkok, Thailand

This summary captures a two day program with presentations, panel discussions and interactive dialogue. International Association for Promotion of Healthcare and Life-Science Research (IAPHLSR) conference is one of best academic event in Health theme, which took place on 25-Nove- 2017 to 26-Nov- 2017 at KU Home, Kasetsart University, Chatuchak, Bangkok, Thailand. The event brought together around 25 Participants from around 07 different countries to review and discuss the latest challenges of Latest technology and its application. International Association for Promotion of Healthcare and Life-Science Research (IAPHLSR) is known to have valuable networking opportunity and set the stage for further cooperation among the participants of different countries.

The conference began with opening remarks by Honourable Keynote speaker Emphasizing on Health Issues and problem faced on Bio Medical Science.


The main aim of this conference was:
  • To discuss latest challenges/researches being faced by the Society regarding Health & Life.
  • Generating academic and professional relationships
  • Boosting morale and confidence of researchers in an international platform
  • Networking among the participants
  • Providing a holistic experience of academic tourism

We would begin with session 1. The details are as below.


Session 1: Welcome and opening Speech


In the Opening of the conferenceOur Honourable Keynote speaker enlightened the participants with their Speech to the conference highlighting the problem emerging all around the world Regarding Health and Life Researches.


Asst. Prof. Kageeporn Wongpreedee
( Lecturer At “Srinakharinwirot University”, Bangkok, Thailand)

Session 2: Technical Session 

In this technical session Participants of International Association for Promotion of Healthcare and Life-Science Research (IAPHLSR) presented their papers related to their Research and Study. Some of the major issues that were discussed can be outlined as:

1. "The Lifestyles And Value System Of The Youth (Based On The Research Conducted In Swietokrzyskie Voivodeship) " Presented by Mariola Wojciechowska Affiliated to Drinking Water Department,National Agency of the Sanitary and Environmental Control of Products (ANCSEP) -Tunisian Ministry of Health,Tunis, Tunisia

2. "Population Dynamics Of Earthworms On Various Himalayan Ecotypes Of Kumaun Himalayas" Presented by Neha Rajwar Affiliated to Department Of Zoology,Kumaun University,Nainital, India

3. "Attitudes and behaviors of individuals about organ donation " Presented by Meram Faculty of Medicine/Department of Public Heath,Konya Necmettin Erbakan University,Konya,Turkey Affiliated to Meram Faculty of Medicine/Department of Public Heath,Konya Necmettin Erbakan University,Konya,Turkey

 In order to Promote Young Researchers, GRDS International conferences, Provides Young Research Scholarship in the form of full Registration fee waiver to participate in such events.

                                                                          Zata Ismah
(Epidemiology and Biostatistic Department, Faculty of Public Health , Sriwijaya University, Indonesia)

Agita Diora Fitri
(Young Researcher in Safety Occupational Department, Faculty of Medicine Sriwijaya University, Indonesia)

Mariana
(Public Helath Sains Department, Faculty of Medicine Sriwijaya University, Indonesia)

In each, GRDS International conference, best paper award is given to best researches. In International Association for Promotion of Healthcare and Life-Science Research (IAPHLSR)Best paper award is given to the participants with best scholarly paper submitted and presented at the conference. In International Association for Promotion of Healthcare and Life-Science Research (IAPHLSR) conference, Best Paper Award was given to paper:                                                             
                                                                       
Hideki Nakano
(Faculty of Health Science,Kyoto Tachibana University,Kyoto, Japan)

Aprilia Ayu Sholihati Nafisah
(Department Of Health And Nutrition,Universitas Gadjah Mada,Yogyakarta, Indonesia)

Tuesday 5 December 2017

GRDS Quarterly Newsletter: IAPHLSR (August 2017- November 2017)

Web: www.iaphlsr.org
Email: info@iaphlsr.org



Dear IAPHLSR Members,

Greetings and sincere thanks for your patronage and support. IAPHLSR has now grown to 2946 followers and members from 45 countries.
We are glad to present to you our latest edition of newsletter. The newsletter showcases the associations current and upcoming endeavours.

Conferences Held:
IAPHLSR has successfully organised following International conferences in the period of  August 2017- November 2017:

We thank all members, participants and supporting organisations for making these conferences successful.

IAPHLSR Collaborations:

It is our constant endeavour to associate with academicians, researchers, students, professionals and organisations. This collaboration is the crux of our growth and contribution to the society. We are proud to have following organisational collaborations:

  • Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (Venue Provider)
  • Yildiz Technical University, 34349 BeÅŸiktaÅŸ, Istanbul, Turkey (Venue Provider)
  • Rumah University, University of Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (Venue Provider)
  • Imperial College London, South Kensington Campus, London SW7 2AZ, UK (Venue Provider)
  • Buein Zahra Technical University, Iran (Collaboration)
  • Research and Markets Limited, Dublin, Ireland (Collaboration)
  • CNKI (China National Knowledge Infrastructure), China (Collaboration)
  • International Journal of Computer Science and Business Informatics (IJCSBI), Mauritius (Collaboration)
  • Linton University College, KTG Group, Malaysia (Collaboration)
  • Asian Institute of Technology (AIT), Conference Center, Bangkok, Thailand (Venue Provider)
  • Peacful Mind Foundation, India (Partner)
  • Tresorix Ltd. Mauritius (Collaboration)
  • ResearchSEA, Asia Research News, UK (Media Partner)
  • International Journal of Learning, Teaching and Educational Research, Mauritius (Collaboration)
  • International Journal of Supply Chain Management (Scopus indexed), London (Collaboration)
  • GTIS, Taiwan (Green Technology Invention Society, Taiwan) (Collaboration)
  • Tecnico (Universidade de Lisboa), Campus da Alameda, Lisbon, Portugal (Venue Provider)
  • Srishti International, Bangalore, India (Collaboration)
  • Universitat de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain (Venue Provider)
  • Kasetsart University, KU Home, Bangkok, Thailand (Venue Provider)
We will be glad to partner with your organisation. Please write to info@iaphlsr.org for assistance. 

Job Openings

IAPHLSR is searching for talented and energetic conference coordinators (part-time) who are working/ studying at following locations:

Dubai/ London/ Barcelona/ Lisbon/ Rome/ Kuala Lumpur/ Bali/ Singapore/ Bangkok

Its a golden opportunity to be a part of our global team, to interact and associate with International academicians, display your leadership and organising skills and earn handsome honorarium.

All interested and eligible candidates are requested to contact us with their CV, Photograph, Cover Letter on info@iaphlsr.org




Our GRDS International Conference began with opening remarks by Honourable Keynote speaker highlighting the main context on Social Issues.


     The main aim of this conference was:
  •         To discuss latest challenges/researches being faced by the Society regarding Social Issues
  •          Generating academic and professional relationships
  •          Boosting morale and confidence of researchers in an international platform
  •          Networking among the participants
  •          Providing a holistic experience of academic tourism
Our worthy Keynote speakers open up the conference enlightening participants with their speech.
Here are our List of keynote speakers who participated in our conference.


Keynote Speaker of GRDS International Conference held at Bali, Indonesia, September 2017
Palanisamy Sivanandy (Plenary Speaker)
( Department Of Pharmacy Practice, School Of Pharmacy,International Medical University,Kuala Lumpur - 57000, Malaysia)


Keynote Speaker of  GRDS International Conference held at London SW7 2AZ, United Kingdom
Dr. Zheng Xie (Plenary Speaker)
(Lecturer in Electronic & Robotics Engineering, School of Engineering, University of Central Lancashire, UK)


Keynote Speaker of  GRDS International Conference held at  Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Dr. Rita Tareq Aljadiri
( Senior lecturer, Emirates Aviation University, Dubai, UAE)


Keynote Speaker of  GRDS International Conference held at  Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Dr Betty Bagyam Daniel
(Department Of Biology,St Joseph"s College, Autonomous,Bangalore, India)


Keynote Speaker of  GRDS International Conference held at, Singapore
Cyaria Tongden Gurung (Plenary)
(Department Of Botany,Siliguri College, University Of North Bengal,India)

In order to Promote Young Researchers, GRDS International conferences, Provides Young Research Scholarship in the form of full Registration fee waiver to participate in such events.
Here are our List of Young Research Scholars who participated in our conference .


Young Research Scholar of GRDS International Conference held at Singapore, November  2017
 Tumaca Ruel III R
(University Of Makati, College Of Allied Health Studies, Center Of, Pharmacy, Phillipines)
 Paper Title: Development of a Program on Responsible Use of Antimicrobials For the University of Makati
Abstract:Antimicrobial resistance has been considered as a global and national issue. The use and misuse of antimicrobial drugs accelerates the emergence of drug-resistant strains, and with its continuing emergence several actions are being promoted by different organizations. It is highly important for it to be given attention, which is why the researchers aimed to develop a program for the University of Makati regarding responsible use of antimicrobials through an assessment of the knowledge, attitude, practice and perception (KAPP) of students and employees, towards antimicrobial usage and antimicrobial resistance. This study utilized a quantitative method particularly survey and action research wherein an adopted survey questionnaire from Huang et al (2013) was administered to 610 respondents from the University of Makati comprising of 390 students from 12 different colleges and 220 employees from the academic and administrative clusters. The mean scores of the respondents under Knowledge, Attitude, Practice and Perception (KAPP) questions were calculated using Microsoft Excel as a statistical tool. Also, an item analysis was performed to determine the percentage of correct responses per item in order to fully understand their apparent needs and thus implement an appropriate program consisting of different activities such as distribution of informative pamphlets, public lecture and film showing of audiovisual presentations, all containing necessary information regarding antimicrobial agents and its usage, how resistance occurs and ways on how it can be prevented. The calculated mean KAPP scores of selected employees (15.24/25, 8.94/12, 39.92/60, 11.04/17) regarding antimicrobial usage and antimicrobial resistance is higher as compared to the mean KAPP scores of students (13.95/25, 7.01/12, 38.18/60 and 9.5/17). The researchers have also identified certain items where both of the group of respondents, employees and students, got a low score and those are Knowledge questions 3 and 4, Attitude question 5, Practice questions 6, 7, 8 and 9, Perception questions 1 and 2. The aforementioned items were given an emphasis in the different activities of the implemented program. Since antimicrobial resistance is present in all parts of the world and that new resistance mechanisms emerge and spread globally, it is essential to increase knowledge about antimicrobial agents and raise awareness about its proper usage at a University level. This study shows different activities which helped in raising awareness and proper information dissemination to address the underlying issues contributing to the growth of cases of antimicrobial resistance.
Keywords: Program Development, Responsible Use, Antimicrobials, Antimicrobial Resistance, KAPP Assessment


Young Research Scholar of GRDS International Conference held at Singapore, November  2017
Preyesh Stephen
     (Axe Molecular Endocrinology and Nephrology, CHU Research Center and Laval     University, Québec, Canada)
Abstract: Paper Title: Identification of lead molecules targeting MTase of Zika Virus

In each, GRDS International conference, best paper award is given to best researches. In International Association for Promotion of Healthcare and Life-Science Research (IAPHLSR), Best paper award is given to the participants with best scholarly paper submitted and presented at the conference.

                                      
   Best Paper of GRDS International Conference held at Indonesia, September, 2017
(Palanisamy Sivanandy of Department Of Pharmacy Practice, School Of Pharmacy,International Medical University,Kuala Lumpur - 57000, Malaysia)
 Paper Title: Knowledge, attitude and perception of retail pharmacists towards patient safety


Abstract: A paper based cross sectional survey was carried out over 4 months from June to September 2016 across Kuala Lumpur. Malaysian registered pharmacists working in retail pharmacies and willing to participate in this survey were included. The survey included two questionnaire; one is to assess the retail pharmacists’ knowledge on patient safety and another is to assess the attitude and perception of retail pharmacists towards patient safety.
Out of 150 questionnaire distributed, 149 were received with a responses rate of 99%. Among this 119(79.87%) were senior pharmacists and 30(20.13%) were junior pharmacists. Respondents said an equal proportion of pharmacist and health care professionals (38.25%) doing something that was not safe for the patient. 69.13% respondents said during their clinical training practice, teachers explained the ‘safety standards they follow with patients.’ 62.42% mentioned most medical errors are avoidable and 37.58% stated it was unavoidable. 74.50% respondents agreed they have learned how to better communicate with patients to prevent medication errors. The overall mean Positive Response Rate for patient safety culture was 90.60%.lture was 90.60%.
Among the practicing retail pharmacists surveyed, there was good knowledge; attitude and perception towards patient safety culture. 

Keywords: medication, patient safety, response rate  


Best Paper of GRDS International Conference held at  Dubai, October 2017
 Dr. Pratik Kumar Chatterjee 
(Associate-Professor, Department Of Physiology, Kasturba Medical College (Kmc), Mangalore, Manipal-University (Mu), Karnataka, India.,Kasturba Medical College (Kmc), Mangalore, Manipal-University (Mu), Karnataka, India,Mangalore, Karnataka, India.)
 Paper Title: Knowledge, attitude and perception of retail pharmacists towards patient safety

Abstract: Background:Cadmium (Cd) is an environmental metallic toxicant that causes varying degrees of toxicity as it exists in different oxidational or transitional states and causes various blood disorders. Cadmium (Cd) also affects various organs on both acute and chronic
exposures. Experimental evidences have shown that the most important tissue in body in which metabolic alterations are mainly reproduced is the blood. Moringa oleifera is originally from India &has been scientifically documented for its huge medicinal potentials, including alterations in platelet count. Aims and Objective: To examine the effect of Moringa oleifera aqueous leaf extract on total platelet count (T-PC) in cadmium-treated rats. Materials and Methods: Twenty-four adult Wistar Albino rats of weights between (180-200) gm were broadly divided into four groups with each group consisting of six animals. Group I & Group IV was the control & those which were pretreated with the extract and then cadmium chloride orally for 1 day, respectively. Data were presented as mean ± SEM and p≤0.05 was considered statistically significant Results: Findings of the present study revealed that the pretreatment with Moringa oleifera aqueous leaf extract, 100 mg/kg/bw, earlier to the cadmium administration exhibited a significant increase (p≤0.001) in the total platelet count (T-PC) in comparison with the cadmium-exposed group, which might have a role in clotting mechanisms also.

Key Words: Cadmium; Platelet Count; Clotting Mechanisms



Best Paper of GRDS International Conference held at  Dubai, October 2017
Dr. Kunal
(Physiology,Kasturba Medical College, Manipal University,Mangalore, Karnataka, India)

Abstract: Background: Yogic practices are known to affect the cardiac, respiratory and mental status of people.Objective: To investigate if the regularly supervised training of pranayama and meditation affects the basic cardio-respiratory parameters and short-term-memory (STM) of mentally challenged young adults.Material and method: 80 mentally challenged young adults attending a special school were randomly divided into the control group and Yoga group. Yoga group performed Naadishodhan, Kapalbhati pranayama and Aum Chanting under total supervision for 30 minutes daily for 3 weeks, except on Sundays. Control group was involved with the regular school curriculum. The parameters were measured twice, before (baseline) and after (follow-up) the study period. STM was evaluated under two subcategories, first by the ability to repeat the numbers in reverse order and second, repeating the words in the same order. Respiratory rate, pulse, systolic and diastolic blood pressures were measured as cardio-respiratory parameters.Results: Both groups had similar baseline scores. At follow-up, highly significant improvements were observed in Yoga-group as compared to control. In the Yoga-group scores of both the sub-categories of STM were higher, respiratory-rate and heart-rate were lower but was within normal range. However, both systolic and diastolic blood pressures of Yoga group showed no changes as compared to control.
Conclusion: The pranayama and meditation has beneficial influences on heart rate, breathing rate and STM of mentally-challenged people.


Best Paper of GRDS International Conference held at Singapore, November 2017
 Cyaria Tongden Gurung 
(Department Of Botany,Siliguri College, University Of North Bengal,India)
 Paper Title: Evaluation Of Hydroponic Cultivation Techniques As A Supplement To Conventional Methods Of Farming

Abstract: Hydroponics is a science of growing plants in nutrient solutions with or without the use of an artificial medium for providing mechanical support to the roots. The hydroponic gardening concepts have been used since ancient times but the concept is gaining popularity only in the recent past especially in the context of global food safety and security. With more and more people clearing the forest cover for construction of residential housing complexes, multiplexes, shopping malls etc. there is an immediate threat to global food safety and security. Therefore, in the context of acute land and food crisis, the soil-less culture or hydroponic cultivation appears to be a very promising alternative to conventional farming for long term sustainability.The present study was carried out with the objectives of analyzing different hydroponic cultivation techniques and testing their potentialities to be used as a supplement to conventional farming for the cultivation of some vegetable crops like Lycopersicon esculentum, Solanum melongena and Capsicum annuum. The hydroponic techniques followed mainly included Root dipping technique, Media culture and Floating board Methods. The success of hydroponics in the present study was found to be greatly dependent on the availability of nutrients, light, temperature, pH of the nutrient medium and oxygen availability. The extent of nutrient uptake was found to be largely controlled by the pH of the medium and best growth was observed with a half-strength Hoagland solution having a pH of 5.8-6.0.The soil grown and hydroponically grown plants showed distinct differences in their germination rates, plant vigour, root morpho-anatomy, pigment contents etc. Hydroponically grown plants showed a more luxuriant and faster growth rate, earlier initiation of flowering and fruiting and three to four times higher yield than the soil grown plants. Moreover, hydroponically grown plants were found to be remarkably less susceptible to various kinds of pests and diseases. Based on these promising results, hydroponics, therefore, can be recommended as an alternative to soil based cultivation techniques and may be explored further for sustainable crop production and global food safety.

Keywords: Hydroponics, Root dipping technique, Media culture, Floating board Methods, Vegetable Crops, Conventional farming


Best Paper of GRDS International Conference held at Singapore, November 2017 
Tumaca Ruel III R
(University Of Makati, College Of Allied Health Studies, Center Of, Pharmacy, Phillipines)
 Pper Title: Development of a Program on Responsible Use of Antimicrobials For the University of Makati
Abstract: Antimicrobial resistance has been considered as a global and national issue. The use and misuse of antimicrobial drugs accelerates the emergence of drug-resistant strains, and with its continuing emergence several actions are being promoted by different organizations. It is highly important for it to be given attention, which is why the researchers aimed to develop a program for the University of Makati regarding responsible use of antimicrobials through an assessment of the knowledge, attitude, practice and perception (KAPP) of students and employees, towards antimicrobial usage and antimicrobial resistance. This study utilized a quantitative method particularly survey and action research wherein an adopted survey questionnaire from Huang et al (2013) was administered to 610 respondents from the University of Makati comprising of 390 students from 12 different colleges and 220 employees from the academic and administrative clusters. The mean scores of the respondents under Knowledge, Attitude, Practice and Perception (KAPP) questions were calculated using Microsoft Excel as a statistical tool. Also, an item analysis was performed to determine the percentage of correct responses per item in order to fully understand their apparent needs and thus implement an appropriate program consisting of different activities such as distribution of informative pamphlets, public lecture and film showing of audiovisual presentations, all containing necessary information regarding antimicrobial agents and its usage, how resistance occurs and ways on how it can be prevented. The calculated mean KAPP scores of selected employees (15.24/25, 8.94/12, 39.92/60, 11.04/17) regarding antimicrobial usage and antimicrobial resistance is higher as compared to the mean KAPP scores of students (13.95/25, 7.01/12, 38.18/60 and 9.5/17). The researchers have also identified certain items where both of the group of respondents, employees and students, got a low score and those are Knowledge questions 3 and 4, Attitude question 5, Practice questions 6, 7, 8 and 9, Perception questions 1 and 2. The aforementioned items were given an emphasis in the different activities of the implemented program. Since antimicrobial resistance is present in all parts of the world and that new resistance mechanisms emerge and spread globally, it is essential to increase knowledge about antimicrobial agents and raise awareness about its proper usage at a University level. This study shows different activities which helped in raising awareness and proper information dissemination to address the underlying issues contributing to the growth of cases of antimicrobial resistance.

Keywords: Program Development, Responsible Use, Antimicrobials, Antimicrobial Resistance, KAPP Assessment





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