2013-2014 Collaborative Spotlight: The Miami Brass Quintet

Past Collaborative Spotlight Concerts 2011 - Duo Pianists Leonard and Shen 2012 - The American Brass Quintet 2013 - Featuring the Faculty of the Conservatory of Musichttps://spiral.lynn.edu/conservatory_otherseasonalconcerts/1019/thumbnail.jp

Estudo preliminar sobre os efeitos na saúde dos trabalhadores e sua relação com a exposição a emissões gasosas vulcânicas. Um estudo de caso de dois vulcões ativos na Costa Rica

[Objective] The objective of this research was to carry out a preliminary diagnosis of the relationship between volcanic gaseous emissions and health effects present among workers of the National System of Conservation Areas (SINAC) of the Poás and Turrialba volcanoes of Costa Rica. [Methodology] Ambient air quality was measured by the presence of gaseous emissions (SO2(g), H2S(g), HCl(g), HNO3(ac) and HF(g)), with sampling carried out in 7 strategic points during 7 months. Analyses were performed using different analytical techniques (ion chromatography, spectrophotometry, portable meters). At the same time, interviews were conducted with a sample consisting of 16 park rangers from the study sites, and their medical records were analyzed to detect a preliminary relationship between exposure to gaseous emissions and reported pathologies. [Results] The principal results (pollutants above the detection limit) reported for the two national parks indicated that the highest value in this study was that of SO2 (average of 3 h) in the Poás Volcano (1.90 ± 0.11) mg/m3. The highest concentration of SO2 in Turrialba was (0.40 ± 0.04) mg/m3 during the same period. During the evaluation of park rangers’ health, it was found that the most frequently reported pathologies that impact health in the study population were irritation of the mucous membranes-eyes (n = 9), headaches (n = 8), and fatigue (n = 8). [Conclusion] The results obtained for the gaseous emissions and their possible relationship with pathologies and medical records indicated by park rangers provide a baseline for future research on the subject. A greater number of measurements over longer periods of time is recommended. At the same time, it is necessary to use surveys and carry out medical controls that include tests on specimens such as blood, urine, hair, and saliva, as well as the use of biological and chemical indicators that allow a pathology to be more directly related to a specific chemical contaminant.[Objetivo] El objetivo del presente trabajo de investigación fue generar un diagnóstico preliminar entre las emisiones gaseosas volcánicas y los efectos en la salud presentes en los los funcionarios del Sistema Nacional de Áreas de Conservación (SINAC) de los volcanes Poás y Turrialba de Costa Rica. [Metodología] Se evaluó la calidad del aire ambiental por presencia de emisiones gaseosas (SO2(g), H2S(g), HCl(g), HNO3(ac) y HF(g)), para lo cual se realizaron muestreos en 7 puntos estratégicos durante 7 meses. Los análisis se realizaron mediante diferentes técnicas analíticas (cromatografía de iones, espectrofotometría, medidores portátiles). Paralelamente, se realizaron entrevistas a una muestra compuesta por 16 funcionarios de los sitios de estudios y se analizaron sus expedientes médicos, con el fin de generar una relación preliminar entre la exposición a las emisiones gaseosas y las patologías reportadas. [Resultados] Los principales resultados (contaminantes por encima del límite de detección) reportados para los dos parques nacionales indican que el valor más elevado del presente estudio corresponde al SO2 (media de 3 h) y proviene del volcán Poás (1,90 ± 0,11) mg/m3. Por su parte, la mayor concentración de SO2 en Turrialba corresponde a (0,40 ± 0,04) mg/m3 durante el mismo periodo. Con respecto al proceso de evaluación de salud de los trabajadores, las patologías más frecuentemente reportadas y que impactan la salud de la población de estudio corresponden a irritación de mucosas-ojos (n = 9), dolores de cabeza (n = 8) y fatiga (n = 8).[Conclusión] Los resultados obtenidos producto de las emisiones gaseosas reportadas y su relación con las patologías indicadas por parte de los trabajadores y de los expedientes médicos son una  línea base para futuros estudios de investigación en el tema. Se recomienda una mayor cantidad de mediciones en periodos de tiempos más extensos. Paralelamente, es necesario el uso de encuestas y la realización de controles médicos que incluyan exámenes en especímenes como sangre, orina, cabello, saliva, así como el uso de indicadores biológicos y químicos que permitan relacionar de forma más directa una patología con determinado contaminante químico.[Objective] The objective of this research was to carry out a preliminary diagnosis of the relationship between volcanic gaseous emissions and health effects present among workers of the National System of Conservation Areas (SINAC) of the Poás and Turrialba volcanoes of Costa Rica. [Methodology] Ambient air quality was measured by the presence of gaseous emissions (SO2(g), H2S(g), HCl(g), HNO3(ac) and HF(g)), with sampling carried out in 7 strategic points during 7 months. Analyses were performed using different analytical techniques (ion chromatography, spectrophotometry, portable meters). At the same time, interviews were conducted with a sample consisting of 16 park rangers from the study sites, and their medical records were analyzed to detect a preliminary relationship between exposure to gaseous emissions and reported pathologies. [Results] The principal results (pollutants above the detection limit) reported for the two national parks indicated that the highest value in this study was that of SO2 (average of 3 h) in the Poás Volcano (1.90 ± 0.11) mg/m3. The highest concentration of SO2 in Turrialba was (0.40 ± 0.04) mg/m3 during the same period. During the evaluation of park rangers’ health, it was found that the most frequently reported pathologies that impact health in the study population were irritation of the mucous membranes-eyes (n = 9), headaches (n = 8), and fatigue (n = 8). [Conclusion] The results obtained for the gaseous emissions and their possible relationship with pathologies and medical records indicated by park rangers provide a baseline for future research on the subject. A greater number of measurements over longer periods of time is recommended. At the same time, it is necessary to use surveys and carry out medical controls that include tests on specimens such as blood, urine, hair, and saliva, as well as the use of biological and chemical indicators that allow a pathology to be more directly related to a specific chemical contaminant

Trumpet Festival of the Southeast at Kennesaw State University

Two special concerts which take place as part of the Trumpet Festival of the Southeast at Kennesaw State University. On Friday, January 31, The KSU Faculty Jazz Parliament welcome guest trumpeter Melvin Jones for a concert. On Saturday, February 1, The TFSE Finale Gala concert will include the Georgia Brass Band and KSU Wind Ensemble, who will be joined by trumpeters Jose Sibaja, Melvin Jones, Brian Shaw, Doug Lindsey, and Ryan Moser.https://digitalcommons.kennesaw.edu/musicprograms/2293/thumbnail.jp

Familial hypercholesterolaemia in children and adolescents from 48 countries: a cross-sectional study

Background: Approximately 450 000 children are born with familial hypercholesterolaemia worldwide every year, yet only 2·1% of adults with familial hypercholesterolaemia were diagnosed before age 18 years via current diagnostic approaches, which are derived from observations in adults. We aimed to characterise children and adolescents with heterozygous familial hypercholesterolaemia (HeFH) and understand current approaches to the identification and management of familial hypercholesterolaemia to inform future public health strategies. Methods: For this cross-sectional study, we assessed children and adolescents younger than 18 years with a clinical or genetic diagnosis of HeFH at the time of entry into the Familial Hypercholesterolaemia Studies Collaboration (FHSC) registry between Oct 1, 2015, and Jan 31, 2021. Data in the registry were collected from 55 regional or national registries in 48 countries. Diagnoses relying on self-reported history of familial hypercholesterolaemia and suspected secondary hypercholesterolaemia were excluded from the registry; people with untreated LDL cholesterol (LDL-C) of at least 13·0 mmol/L were excluded from this study. Data were assessed overall and by WHO region, World Bank country income status, age, diagnostic criteria, and index-case status. The main outcome of this study was to assess current identification and management of children and adolescents with familial hypercholesterolaemia. Findings: Of 63 093 individuals in the FHSC registry, 11 848 (18·8%) were children or adolescents younger than 18 years with HeFH and were included in this study; 5756 (50·2%) of 11 476 included individuals were female and 5720 (49·8%) were male. Sex data were missing for 372 (3·1%) of 11 848 individuals. Median age at registry entry was 9·6 years (IQR 5·8-13·2). 10 099 (89·9%) of 11 235 included individuals had a final genetically confirmed diagnosis of familial hypercholesterolaemia and 1136 (10·1%) had a clinical diagnosis. Genetically confirmed diagnosis data or clinical diagnosis data were missing for 613 (5·2%) of 11 848 individuals. Genetic diagnosis was more common in children and adolescents from high-income countries (9427 [92·4%] of 10 202) than in children and adolescents from non-high-income countries (199 [48·0%] of 415). 3414 (31·6%) of 10 804 children or adolescents were index cases. Familial-hypercholesterolaemia-related physical signs, cardiovascular risk factors, and cardiovascular disease were uncommon, but were more common in non-high-income countries. 7557 (72·4%) of 10 428 included children or adolescents were not taking lipid-lowering medication (LLM) and had a median LDL-C of 5·00 mmol/L (IQR 4·05-6·08). Compared with genetic diagnosis, the use of unadapted clinical criteria intended for use in adults and reliant on more extreme phenotypes could result in 50-75% of children and adolescents with familial hypercholesterolaemia not being identified. Interpretation: Clinical characteristics observed in adults with familial hypercholesterolaemia are uncommon in children and adolescents with familial hypercholesterolaemia, hence detection in this age group relies on measurement of LDL-C and genetic confirmation. Where genetic testing is unavailable, increased availability and use of LDL-C measurements in the first few years of life could help reduce the current gap between prevalence and detection, enabling increased use of combination LLM to reach recommended LDL-C targets early in life

Global disparities in surgeons’ workloads, academic engagement and rest periods: the on-calL shIft fOr geNEral SurgeonS (LIONESS) study

: The workload of general surgeons is multifaceted, encompassing not only surgical procedures but also a myriad of other responsibilities. From April to May 2023, we conducted a CHERRIES-compliant internet-based survey analyzing clinical practice, academic engagement, and post-on-call rest. The questionnaire featured six sections with 35 questions. Statistical analysis used Chi-square tests, ANOVA, and logistic regression (SPSS® v. 28). The survey received a total of 1.046 responses (65.4%). Over 78.0% of responders came from Europe, 65.1% came from a general surgery unit; 92.8% of European and 87.5% of North American respondents were involved in research, compared to 71.7% in Africa. Europe led in publishing research studies (6.6 ± 8.6 yearly). Teaching involvement was high in North America (100%) and Africa (91.7%). Surgeons reported an average of 6.7 ± 4.9 on-call shifts per month, with European and North American surgeons experiencing 6.5 ± 4.9 and 7.8 ± 4.1 on-calls monthly, respectively. African surgeons had the highest on-call frequency (8.7 ± 6.1). Post-on-call, only 35.1% of respondents received a day off. Europeans were most likely (40%) to have a day off, while African surgeons were least likely (6.7%). On the adjusted multivariable analysis HDI (Human Development Index) (aOR 1.993) hospital capacity > 400 beds (aOR 2.423), working in a specialty surgery unit (aOR 2.087), and making the on-call in-house (aOR 5.446), significantly predicted the likelihood of having a day off after an on-call shift. Our study revealed critical insights into the disparities in workload, access to research, and professional opportunities for surgeons across different continents, underscored by the HDI

Proyecto de cooperación internacional para el mejoramiento de la situación económica de los habitantes de la invasión Calle Larga en Montería, Córdoba.

El municipio de Montería siempre ha tenido que enfrentarse a la problemática de los barrios subnormales que se forman en diferentes puntos de la ciudad; una de ellas es la invasión Ranchos del INAT o calle larga, en la cual sus habitantes, pese al tiempo que ya lleva formada, no cuentan con las medidas sanitarias adecuadas; además, tienen bajos niveles educativos, puesto que cuentan pocas oportunidades para continuar sus estudios, lo que genera que no puedan acceder a empleos formales y tengan que desempeñar trabajos informalmente que no garantizan unos niveles de ingresos con los que puedan suplir sus necesidades adecuadamente, enfrentándose así a problemas como la pobreza y el desempleo. Es por esto, y gracias al trabajo investigativo realizado, que se pretende contribuir a acabar con esta problemática por medio de un proyecto social que busca incrementar las oportunidades para la generación de ingresos de los habitantes de esta invasión y que así ellos puedan mejorar su calidad de vida.1. LISTA DE FIGURAS ____________________________________________________ 42. RESUMEN ____________________________________________________________ 53. ABSTRACT ___________________________________________________________ 64. INTRODUCCION _______________________________________________________ 75. IDENTIFICACIÓN Y DESCRIPCIÓN DEL PROBLEMA. ______________________ 96. ANTECEDENTES _____________________________________________________ 127. JUSTIFICACION ______________________________________________________ 238. OBJETIVOS __________________________________________________________ 268.1 Objetivo general ______________________________________________________ 268.2 Objetivos específicos___________________________________________________ 269. MML ________________________________________________________________ 279.1 Cuadro de involucrados _________________________________________________ 279.2 Árbol de problemas ____________________________________________________ 289.3 Árbol de objetivos _____________________________________________________ 299.4 Cuadro de alternativas de solución ________________________________________ 309.5 Matriz de marco lógico _________________________________________________ 3110. CRONOGRAMA _____________________________________________________ 3311. CONTENIDO DIGITAL _______________________________________________ 3412. COOPERACION INTERNACIONAL ____________________________________ 3613. CONCLUSIONES ____________________________________________________ 3814. REFERENCIAS ______________________________________________________ 39PregradoAdministrador(a) en Finanzas y Negocios InternacionalesMonografía

A personal leadership statement

Leadership is a complex phenomenon that has been studied over the years due to its importance for the development of people and organizations. That is why, through the study of related literature and group discussions, we seek to explore this phenomenon in a rigorous way in order to have relevant knowledge that allows us to understand a solid meaning of leadership; additionally, we seek to discover its practicality in our lives. Throughout this document, our exploratory journey on leadership is presented; from our initial conceptions about leadership to our commitments for the future as teacher leaders. Our plan is to successfully honor what it means to be a teacher leader; we plan to create a positive impact on our community. Our goal is to engage in our work as teacher leaders and create strong bonds with the people in our community to inspire and empower new generations of leaders. Our plan is to successfully honor what it means to be a teacher leader; we plan to create a positive impact on our community. Our goal is to engage in our work as teacher leaders and create strong bonds with the people in our community to inspire and empower new generations of leaders.My initial leadership profile__________________________________1Abstract__________________________________________________2Introduction_______________________________________________3Our assumptions_____________________________________________4Leadership Empowerment and Implications for the Future___________6Conclusion__________________________________________________7References__________________________________________________8PregradoLicenciado(a) en Educación Básica con Énfasis en Humanidades-InglésMonografía